--- title: The Router (2) description: Tech901 provides instructor-led technology training, industry certifications, and career support to help Mid-South adults build skills employers value and pursue rewarding careers in technology. (2) image: https://blog.tech901.org/hubfs/2026%20Blog%20Banner-1.png --- [![TECH901-logo-header](https://blog.tech901.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Tech901_Brand_Logos/TECH901-logo-header.png?width=3000&height=706&name=TECH901-logo-header.png "TECH901-logo-header")](https://tech901.org/) [CompTIA](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/comptia) ## [Celebrating a Decade of Impact: Tech901 and CompTIA's Transformation of Memphis' IT Workforce](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/celebrating-a-decade) Over the past ten years, Memphis has witnessed a remarkable transformation in its IT landscape, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Tech901 and CompTIA. Established in 2015, Tech901 emerged as a... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/celebrating-a-decade) [IT Networking](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/it-networking) ## [Tech901 Celebrates 231 Graduates (So Far!) in 2025 — Join the Momentum](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/tech901-celebrates-momentum) This spring, Tech901 proudly celebrated 231 course graduations across our IT training programs — and we’re only partway through the year! From IT Foundations to Code 1.0 and everything in between,... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/tech901-celebrates-momentum) [Job Training, Skills Gap, IT Foundations, Code 1.0](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/job-training-skills-gap-it-foundations-code-1-0) ## [A Better Memphis](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/a-better-memphis) Tech901, a Memphis-based nonprofit, is making significant strides in bridging the gap between the city's growing demand for IT professionals and the available workforce. Since its inception in 2015,... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/a-better-memphis) [STEM Careers](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/stem-careers) ## [Steve Denegri Looks Back at 10 Years of Tech901](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/steve-denegri-0) "This is the longest I’ve been with one company in my professional career, and there’s a reason for that. Even if we only impacted the life of one Memphian in a year, I would still want to do what I... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/steve-denegri-0) [Employers](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/employers) ## [Tech901 Secures Grant from the NBA Foundation](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/tech901-secures-grant-from-the-nba-foundation) Memphis, TN – Tech901 is announcing today that it has won a grant from the NBA Foundation that provides significant funding toward its workforce development training courses. This funding will have... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/tech901-secures-grant-from-the-nba-foundation) 5 min read [STEM Careers](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/stem-careers) - Jan 29, 2025 ## [Jenny Carmichael reflects on her career journey as Tech901 enters its 10th year - what’s next?](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/jenny-carmichael) When Jenny Carmichael first walked through the doors of Tech901 in 2016, she thought she was just signing on to do marketing for a non-profit. Nearly a decade later, it’s clear her contributions have been instrumental in shaping... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/jenny-carmichael) [Code 1.0](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/code-1-0) - Jan 1, 2025 ## [Explore IT: More Than You Think, for Less Than You Expect!](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/explore-it) Think IT is just about fixing hardware or taking devices apart? Think again! IT offers so much more, from database management and system networking to project management, web programming, and beyond. With the right skills, you... [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/explore-it) 2 min read [Tech901](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/tech901) - Oct 23, 2024 ## [A Vision for the Future: Trey McGinnis becomes Tech901’s Chief Training Officer](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/trey-mcginnis-becomes-chief-training-officer) Congratulations to Trey McGinnis for being promoted to Chief Training Officer at Tech901! [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/trey-mcginnis-becomes-chief-training-officer) 2 min read [Student Highlight](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/student-highlight) - Sep 13, 2024 ## [A New Path to Success: Jordon Hester’s IT Journey](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/a-new-path-to-success-jordon-hesters-it-journey) I would never have been able to dream of being where I am today without Tech901.” – Jordon Hester It was time for something new. [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/a-new-path-to-success-jordon-hesters-it-journey) 3 min read [Student Highlight](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/student-highlight) - Aug 21, 2024 ## [Shattering a Career Ceiling: Ben Wilson's IT Journey](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/shattering-a-career-ceiling-ben-wilsons-it-journey) “Before Tech901, I had hit my career ceiling. Now that ceiling is shattered.” - Ben Wilson [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/shattering-a-career-ceiling-ben-wilsons-it-journey) 3 min read [Instructors](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/instructors) - Apr 16, 2024 ## [Trina Rogers: Leading the Next Generation of Project Managers](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/trina-rogers-leading-the-next-generation-of-project-managers) Memphians hear about many plans and initiatives that are, in theory, going to improve our city’s way of life. But oftentimes, there is a disconnect between plan, action, and community understanding. [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/trina-rogers-leading-the-next-generation-of-project-managers) 3 min read [Student Highlight](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/topic/student-highlight) - Mar 15, 2024 ## [Sisters on a Tech Journey: From Classroom to Career with Tech901](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/sisters-on-a-tech-journey-from-classroom-to-career-with-tech901) Life is easier when you’re close to someone on a parallel path to your own. And who better than your sister? Tsega Sneed was looking to break into the supply chain industry and began exploring ways to get a foot in the door. [Read More](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/sisters-on-a-tech-journey-from-classroom-to-career-with-tech901) - - [1](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us) - [2](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/page/2) - [3](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/page/3) - [4](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/page/4) - [5](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/page/5) - ### Popular Post [Want to know more about IT Networking? Look no further!](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/itnetworkinginfo) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) - Jun 19, 2017 ["It all goes back to community:" IT Fellow Tahja Belin Reflects on Her IT Journey](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/it-all-goes-back-to-community-it-fellow-tahja-belin-reflects-on-her-it-journey) [Remember Media](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/remember-media) - Dec 17, 2025 [Ryan Burrell: Wired for IT](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/ryan-burrell-wired-for-tech) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) - May 8, 2020 [Taking a Chance on Yourself: Paula & Joel's IT Journey](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/taking-a-chance-on-yourself-paula-joels-it-journey) [Remember Media](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/remember-media) - Feb 26, 2026 [A Common Goal of Self and Career Improvement: Tech901's Vision for its Next Decade](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/a-common-goal-of-self-and-career-improvement-tech901s-vision-for-its-next-decade) [Remember Media](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/remember-media) - Nov 19, 2025 ### Recent Posts [Beyond Basic Computer Skills: Building Technical Knowledge for Your Career](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/beyond-basic-computer-skills) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) Oct 26, 2026 [Why Tech901 Starts with the Basics—And Why Employers Do Too](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/why-tech901-starts-with-the-basics) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) Jul 29, 2026 [Why Your Career Hub Profile Matters More Than You Think](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/your-career-hub-profile-matters) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) Jun 25, 2026 [Job Postings Keep Saying the Same Thing](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/job-postings-saying-the-same-thing) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) May 8, 2026 [VCR. DVD. Streaming. AI. You’ve Adapted Before. This Is No Different.](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/vcr-dvd-streaming) [Jenny Carmichael](https://blog.tech901.org/en-us/author/jenny-carmichael) Apr 30, 2026 ### Subscribe and Stay Informed Read success stories of Tech901 graduates hired for Information Technology jobs in Memphis. From Networking and Cybersecurity to Project Management and Computer Programming, Tech901 training produces real results and changes lives. 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