Washington, D.C. – TechNet, the national, bipartisan network of tech CEOs and senior executives, was honored with a 2026 Power of Associations Silver Award by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) in recognition of its outstanding 50-State Advocacy Program.
The ASAE Power of Associations Awards recognize associations that leverage their unique ability to convene stakeholders, inspire collaboration, and drive meaningful change. Through innovative programs, partnerships, and advocacy efforts, award recipients exemplify how associations create lasting impact that extends well beyond the members they serve.
“TechNet’s 50-State Advocacy Program is the most effective state advocacy operation in the country, and this recognition is a testament to the expertise, dedication, and hard work of our entire state team,” said TechNet President and CEO Linda Moore. “Every day, our executive directors work in state capitols with lawmakers to advance policies that support innovation, economic growth, and American competitiveness. We’re incredibly proud of our state team’s success and grateful to ASAE for recognizing their impact.”
“Our strength comes from having experienced advocates on the ground who understand the unique landscape in each region and have strong relationships with policymakers,” said David Edmonson, TechNet’s Senior Vice President of State Policy and Government Relations. “From tracking and engaging on legislation across all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, to bringing together legislators and technology leaders, our team works every day to ensure the technology industry has a strong, informed voice. This award belongs to our entire state team, and I’m proud of the work they do on behalf of TechNet and our members.”
About TechNet
TechNet is the national, bipartisan network of technology CEOs and senior executives that promotes the growth of American innovation by advocating a targeted policy agenda at the federal and 50-state level. TechNet’s diverse membership includes dynamic American businesses ranging from startups to the most iconic companies in the world and represents five million employees and countless customers in the fields of information technology, artificial intelligence, e-commerce, the sharing and gig economies, advanced energy, transportation, cybersecurity, venture capital, and finance. TechNet has offices in Austin, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Harrisburg, Olympia, Sacramento, Silicon Valley, Tallahassee, and Washington, D.C.
About The Power of Associations Awards
ASAE’s Power of Associations Awards recognize the association community’s economic and societal contributions locally, nationally, and globally. ASAE celebrated The Power of Associations Award recipients during its annual Summit Awards Dinner on September 22, 2026, at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.