Director of Education

Technology is at the center of Iowa’s growth, and the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) helps bring the people, companies, ideas, and conversations shaping that future together.

TAI connects Iowa’s technology leaders and professionals through statewide events, public policy, professional development programs, talent initiatives, member engagement, and storytelling that highlights the impact of technology across every industry.

We’re looking for a Director of Education to lead and grow TAI’s leadership development programs, alumni engagement, and executive round tables, bringing together professionals from across Iowa’s technology community to build skills, exchange ideas, and develop lasting relationships.

This is a highly visible, hands‑on leadership role for an experienced facilitator and program builder who can translate the needs of Iowa’s technology workforce into relevant, high‑quality learning experiences. If you enjoy bringing people together, guiding meaningful conversations, developing engaging content, and turning big‑picture strategy into thoughtfully executed programs, this role offers an opportunity to drive professional development across Iowa’s technology ecosystem.

The Director of Education is responsible for developing, facilitating, executing, and overseeing the Technology Association of Iowa's educational and professional development portfolio. This includes the Iowa Technology Leadership Institute (ITLI), Iowa Tech Connect (ITC), the TAI Alumni Network, C‑Suite Round tables, and potential future educational offerings.

This leadership role translates the needs of Iowa's technology workforce into high‑quality, relevant learning experiences that support professionals throughout their careers. The Director will work closely with executive leaders, subject‑matter experts, facilitators, members, and partners to develop and deliver meaningful content for large and diverse groups while ensuring each program has a clear purpose, defined audience, and measurable outcomes.

This position will be central in solidifying TAI as a trusted, comprehensive resource for technology leadership and professional development in Iowa. While highly strategic, this is also a hands‑on role responsible for the daily planning, communication, facilitation, and logistical details required to deliver exceptional programs.

• Lead the strategy, facilitation, and delivery of the Iowa Technology Leadership Institute and Iowa Tech Connect, ensuring high‑quality experiences that advance participants’ professional growth and build lasting cohort relationships.
• Facilitate large‑group learning, peer discussion, and executive‑level conversations with confidence, adaptability, and a strong understanding of group dynamics.
• In partnership with TAI leadership, lead curriculum development, workshop design, session preparation, and program evolution, incorporating intentional opportunities for peer learning, relationship‑building, and meaningful cohort connection.
• Manage the participant experience throughout each program cycle, including onboarding, communications, agendas, materials, feedback, and activities that foster trust, inclusion, and meaningful engagement.
• Manage program operations—including schedules, venues, food and beverage, audiovisual needs, sponsor participation, production plans, and run‑of‑show development—in coordination with the Events Coordinator.

• Develop and lead the strategy for the TAI Alumni Network, creating meaningful opportunities for continued learning, relationship‑building, and engagement among graduates of TAI leadership programs.
• Facilitate alumni educational programming and support alumni…