Tech Frontier

Join us for the sixth session of the Skills Link Workshop Series.

This workshop introduces students to the skills and strategies needed to communicate data clearly and effectively through engaging, audience-focused presentations. Participants will explore core concepts such as data storytelling, selecting impactful visualizations, and tailoring insights to different audiences while gaining hands-on experience through a guided challenge that focuses on creating and delivering compelling data presentations.

Topic: Data Analytics – Data Storytelling & Communication
Instructor: Elishah Serrano

📅 Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM MT
📍 Location: Microsoft El Paso Innovation Hub

Special thank you to Microsoft and the Microsoft El Paso Innovation Hub for partnering with us to make this opportunity accessible to the El Paso community.

Space is limited. A $40 learning stipend will be offered to the first 30 participants who register and attend the class.

A few weeks ago, our Director of Operations, Michael Nelson, had the opportunity to represent Tech Frontier as a panelist during the 2026 TechSpark Fellows Summit hosted at La Nube.

The Microsoft TechSpark Fellows Program brings together leaders from across the country who are working to advance economic opportunity, innovation, workforce development, and AI readiness in their communities. During their visit to the Borderplex, fellows engaged with regional organizations and community leaders to exchange ideas, share best practices, and explore strategies for creating lasting impact through technology and collaboration.

As part of the STEAM Education in the Borderplex panel, Michael joined fellow leaders in discussing the evolving educational landscape, the integration of emerging technologies such as AI into learning experiences, and the importance of building pathways that prepare students and professionals for the future workforce.

The summit also highlighted the innovative work taking place across our region through organizations including Tech Frontier, La Nube, Pioneers 21 Business Incubator and Co-Work Space, The Bridge Accelerator, El Paso Chamber, La Rodadora, and UTEP - The University of Texas at El Paso, among others.

A special thank you to Omar Saucedo, Jonathan Childress, Microsoft, and the entire summit team for bringing together changemakers from across the country and creating space for meaningful conversations about innovation, collaboration, and community impact.

Congratulations to Felix Martinez, founder of Aikrixus, on winning the Pioneers21 VMS Pitch Challenge, and congratulations to Pioneers 21 Business Incubator and Co-Work Space for hosting another outstanding VMS Pitch Competition that continues to showcase innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging talent!

Felix graduated from Tech Frontier's 3rd AI Cohort, where he developed the prototype for AIKrixus during our AI workforce training program and has continued refining and growing the platform ever since. AIKrixus is an AI-powered solution designed to help businesses streamline operations, improve decision-making, and strengthen their marketing efforts through automation and intelligent technology.

His achievement is a powerful example of what can happen when innovation, determination, and workforce development come together. We're proud to support aspiring entrepreneurs and technology leaders as they build the skills needed to turn ideas into real-world solutions.

We're honored to have been part of Felix's journey and look forward to seeing the continued impact of AIKrixus. Congratulations again to Felix and the entire Pioneers21 team on a successful competition!

This past weekend, participants joined us for the fifth session of the Skills Link Workshop Series, where they explored the fundamentals of Data Analytics through a hands-on learning experience.

Throughout the workshop, attendees learned how data is collected, analyzed, visualized, and interpreted to support real-world decision-making. They also put their new skills into practice through an interactive data challenge, gaining valuable insight into how organizations use data to solve problems and drive strategy.

A special thank you to Albert Alvarez for sharing his expertise, and to our partners, Microsoft and Microsoft El Paso Innovation Hub , for helping make this opportunity possible.

The learning continues! Stay tuned for details on our next Skills Link Workshop Series session coming this June!

Last chance to register! Data is shaping every industry. Discover how to analyze it, visualize it, and turn it into insights at tomorrow's Data Analytics workshop!

This interactive workshop introduces the fundamentals of Data Analytics through a hands-on learning experience focused on real-world applications. Participants will explore how data is used to identify opportunities, solve challenges, and support smarter decision-making across industries.

Topic: Data Science: Applying Data Analytics
Instructor: Albert Alvarez, Business Analyst and Data Analytics professional specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, forecasting, experimentation, and business strategy.

📅 Date: Saturday, May 30th, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM MT
📍 Location: Microsoft El Paso Innovation Hub

Special thank you to Microsoft and the Microsoft El Paso Innovation Hub for partnering with us to make this opportunity accessible to the El Paso community.

Space is limited. A $40 learning stipend will be offered to the first 30 participants who register and attend the class.

We’re excited to announce that our Executive Director, Cathy Chen-Arriaga, will be speaking at the FAB26 Conference & Symposium this summer in Cambridge, Massachusetts!

Joining her at the conference will also be our incredible STEAM team as they take part in this global gathering of innovators, educators, makers, engineers, researchers, and creatives passionate about the future of technology and digital fabrication.

Cathy’s session, “Smart Makers: Connecting Makerspace Projects to Manufacturing Career Skills,” explores how everyday makerspace projects can become mini “smart factory” experiences that teach and measure real-world workforce skills. Attendees will learn practical, classroom-ready strategies that connect hands-on tools and creative problem-solving to Industry 4.0 competencies like measurement, quality checks, iteration, teamwork, and root-cause thinking.

FAB26 Conference & Symposium brings together the global Fab Lab community through inspiring talks, workshops, and collaborative experiences focused on innovation and community impact, and we’re proud to have Tech Frontier and Fab Lab El Paso represented on this international stage.

Join us for the fifth session of the Skills Link Workshop Series.

This interactive workshop introduces students to the fundamentals of Data Analytics through a beginner-friendly, hands-on learning experience focused on real-world applications and business decision-making. Participants will explore concepts such as data collection, analysis, visualization, and interpretation while gaining practical experience through an interactive data challenge using accessible analytical tools.

Topic: Data Analytics – Introduction to Data Analytics
Instructor: Albert Alvarez, business analyst, entrepreneur, and data analytics professional specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, experimentation, forecasting, and business strategy.

📅 Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM MT
📍 Location: Microsoft El Paso Innovation Hub

Special thank you to Microsoft and the Microsoft El Paso Innovation Hub for partnering with us to make this opportunity accessible to the El Paso community.

Space is limited. A $40 learning stipend will be offered to the first 30 participants who register and attend the class.

We’re honored to recognize El Paso Electric as a Gold Sponsor of the 2nd Annual Tech Loteria Gala!

For generations, El Paso Electric has powered homes, businesses, and communities across West Texas and Southern New Mexico—helping drive growth, innovation, and opportunity throughout our region. Their commitment to powering the future continues to support the evolving needs of our borderland and the next generation of technology and industry.

We recently had the exciting opportunity to collaborate with El Paso Electric on a technically challenging fabrication project, where our full creative and digital fabrication capabilities were used to create a giant light switch and light bulb. This collaboration highlighted the intersection of energy, innovation, and maker space ingenuity in a truly engaging way. Stay tuned for the unveiling of the project.

We’re grateful for El Paso Electric’s continued support and dedication to empowering innovation and economic growth in our community.

📅 Saturday | May 9th, 2026
🕰️ 6:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 The Plaza Hotel at Pioneer Park
👠 Cocktail or Gala Attire

We’re proud to recognize the El Paso Community Foundation as a Silver Sponsor of the 2nd Annual Tech Loteria Gala!

For more than 45 years, the El Paso Community Foundation has served as a grant maker, convener, and community leadership organization dedicated to strengthening the Paso del Norte region, including El Paso, Southern New Mexico, and Ciudad Juárez. Through partnerships with donors, nonprofits, and community leaders, they continue to support initiatives that create meaningful and lasting impact across our multicultural community.

Their commitment to collaboration, opportunity, and regional growth helps empower organizations and individuals working to shape a stronger future for our borderland.

We’re grateful for their support of the 2nd Annual Tech Loteria Gala and for their continued investment in the people and communities that make our region thrive.

Join us for an unforgettable evening:
📅 Saturday | May 9th, 2026
🕰️ 6:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 The Plaza Hotel at Pioneer Park
👠 Cocktail or Gala Attire

We’re proud to welcome the City of El Paso Department of Economic & International Development as a Silver Sponsor of the 2nd Annual Tech Loteria Gala!

Economic & International Development - City of El Paso plays a key role in driving sustainable growth across our region, supporting local businesses, attracting new industry, and enhancing quality of life in El Paso.

Through initiatives like small business support programs, redevelopment efforts, industry recruitment, and international trade development, including the El Paso Foreign Trade Zone, the department continues to create opportunities and strengthen our local economy.

We’re grateful for their support and for their continued commitment to advancing innovation, economic growth, and opportunity in our community.

Join us for an unforgettable evening:
📅 Saturday | May 9th, 2026
🕰️ 6:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 The Plaza Hotel at Pioneer Park
👠 Cocktail or Gala Attire

Tickets on sale: https://bit.ly/LoteriaGala