BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hack/Reduce, a Boston-based non-profit organization focused on creating talent and technology for the global data-driven economy, today announced that tickets are now available for the Tech Tackles Cancer (TTC) Boston 10th anniversary charity concert event being held on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at The Sinclair in Cambridge, MA, from 6-10 p.m. ET.
During the event, technology executives from across the region will compete in a Rock and Roll showdown, performing live on stage while backed by returning house band Tony Savarino and the Savtones. Participants will compete to raise the most money for pediatric cancer research, and for audience awards for favorite performance, best vocals and best stage presence.
This year’s lineup of performers includes the below soon-to-be rock superstars; to make a donation supporting a specific singer, click on their name:
- Dave Anderson, VP Product Marketing, Contentsquare
- Evongelene Chamberlain, Senior Counsel, Data Privacy and Compliance, BitSight
- Jax Crerar, Realtor, Exp Realty
- Farrah Darliette, Representing Wells Fargo
- Ellen DiPasquale, Chief Human Resources Officer, TetraScience
- Michael Gilday, CEO, Deep Vibe
- Mary Kalamaras, Freelance Writer
- Duane Lee, Data Scientist, Audacy
- Chris Lynch, Founder of TTC, CEO of AtScale
- Lily Mcintyre, Digital Content Specialist, Wasabi
- Mark Shirman, Advisor, Geisel Software
- Dave Signori, Vice President of Network Services, Product Management, Infoblox
- Matt Smith, Principal, Receptor
- Emily Ioracci, Director Customer Success, Veracode
“Over the past decade we’ve seen some great shows, but the lineup this year really rocks,” said Chris Lynch, founder of TTC, Executive Chairman and CEO, AtScale, and Chairman, Snowplow. “I can’t wait to join these talented professionals on stage and belt out a couple of tunes for a good cause. If you’ve already purchased a ticket or made a donation, thank you from the bottom of my heart. If you’re still on the fence about attending, what are you waiting for?”
Tech Tackles Cancer is put on in support of the St. Baldrick’s and One Mission organizations, which are charities dedicated to supporting pediatric cancer research, treatment, and patient care. Since 2012, these events have brought together the New England-area technology community to raise millions of dollars in support of pediatric cancer causes.
“We wouldn’t be able to raise money for such an important cause each year without the tremendous support and generosity of our sponsors. I can’t thank them enough,” added Lynch. The roster of this year’s sponsors include:
- AtScale
- Dynatrace
- Deep Vibe
- Guyer Group
- High Tech Ventures
- Infoblox
- InterSystems
- Joey Kramer’s Rockin' and Roastin' Coffee
- Kubit
- LoginVSI
- mcSquared AI
- Receptor
- SCS Financial
- Snowplow
- TD Bank
- ThreatX
- Toric
- Valence
- Veracode
- Wasabi
- Wells Fargo Advisors
In addition, this year TTC will be hosting an online auction to raise additional funds for pediatric cancer research and support. The auction will feature a mix of memorabilia from music stars such as Joey Kramer and Rob Thomas and tickets to local sporting events and restaurants. It will open on Oct. 31st and run until the end of the event. For more information, and to make a bid, please visit: https://givebutter.com/c/ttc2024auction/auction.
There is still room for additional sponsors and donors - please visit https://techtacklesx.org/ttc-boston/ for more information on how to get involved. Tickets sold out last year before the event - so be sure to buy them soon. Please click here to purchase.
About Tech Tackles Cancer
Tech Tackles Cancer is a program run by Hack/Reduce, a non-profit organization focused on creating talent and technology for the global big data-driven economy. TTC brings together tech companies that want to give back and support life-saving pediatric cancer research and outreach programs. For more information, go to techtacklesx.org.
