SMU and Tech Titans Announce Strategic Partnership to Expand Workforce Development Opportunities

Dallas, Texas — Southern Methodist University (SMU) and Tech Titans, the largest technology trade association in Texas, have entered into a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that strengthens their shared commitment to advancing the technology workforce across North Texas. Through this agreement, SMU will provide Tech Titans members with an exclusive 10% discount on select professional education and certification programs offered through SMU Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE).

This partnership expands access to high quality, industry aligned training designed to help professionals upskill in rapidly evolving areas such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, leadership, cloud technologies, data science, project management, and other critical fields shaping the future of technology.

“This partnership represents a powerful opportunity for Tech Titans members to elevate their skills, deepen their expertise, and significantly increase the return on investment of their membership,” said Wendi R. Wilburn, President & CEO of Tech Titans. “By expanding access to high quality professional training, we’re helping ensure that North Texas professionals are equipped to grow, lead, and innovate in an increasingly complex technology landscape.”

The agreement supports both organizations’ longstanding missions:

• SMU aims to expand lifelong learning and connect industry professionals with university backed credentials that support career advancement.
• Tech Titans continues to cultivate a strong technology ecosystem by supporting workforce education, leadership development, and industry collaboration.

Eligible courses will be available through SMU CAPE, and Tech Titans members will receive instructions on how to enroll using their member discount. For more information, visit SMU's website.

About SMU
Southern Methodist University (SMU) is a nationally ranked private research institution in Dallas, Texas. Through its Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE) division, SMU offers certificate programs, upskilling workshops, and career focused training designed for working professionals across a range of industries.

About Tech Titans
Tech Titans is the premier technology trade association for North Texas, representing a broad community of technology companies, employers, educators, and innovators. The organization supports the region through advocacy, professional programs, workforce development, and industry thought leadership.