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We help people confidently use technology in service of what matters most.

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Whether you're here to solve a business challenge or strengthen your technology skills, you're in the right place.

About Us

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Respect The Tech began with a simple goal: help people better understand technology and feel confident using it.

We started by hosting educational programs throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia for working professionals looking to strengthen their technology skills. As our community grew, so did the ways we serve.

Today, we work with businesses and entrepreneurs to make better use of technology. That might mean assessing their operations to uncover quick wins, automating time-consuming workflows with artificial intelligence, or helping their teams build stronger technology skills.

Our clients have goals. We put the right technology behind them. We take the time to understand how their business works, what they want to accomplish, and where technology can make the biggest difference. Then we build around that purpose and make sure they understand how to get the most from what we deliver,

Education remains at the heart of Respect The Tech. We host hackathons and hands-on technology experiences while developing programs in AI literacy, cybersecurity, and digital literacy for communities across the DMV, from young people beginning their journey to older adults navigating an increasingly digital world.

Technology is most valuable when we understand the purpose it serves. That belief shapes everything we build, teach, and recommend. It's about helping people understand what they need, why they need it, and how to use it with intention.

Our People

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Respect Week 2026

Our signature annual event — workshops, panels, networking, and celebration of the tech community. Join hundreds of attendees across five days of programming.