A founding coalition of the Research Triangle's technology, academic, and public-sector leaders — convened by the Rotary Fellowship of IT Professionals to accelerate what's already underway across our region.
Founded in 1905, Rotary International is a global network of more than 1.4 million business, professional, and community leaders in over 46,000 clubs across more than 200 countries, with more than US$4 billion invested in sustainable projects over the past century. The Rotary Fellowship of IT Professionals — the IT Fellowship, or ROFIT — carries that century of service into the present era, uniting technologists, mentors, and leaders around a conviction that artificial intelligence, robotics and automation, and cybersecurity must be applied responsibly and ethically in service of the communities we touch.
The beginning of a global service movement spanning 200+ countries.
Uniting technologists and leaders around responsible AI, robotics, and cybersecurity.
A long-term coalition for the region's future — and the seats are still open.
ROFIT is convening the Triangle Tech Ecosystem Forum — a curated, invitation-only gathering of 100 to 150 of the region's technology executives, senior professionals, academic leaders, and public officials, guided by a Steering Committee of founding partners. More than a single event, the Forum marks the beginning of a long-term coalition for the region's future, anchored by the interactive panel, "Synergizing Talent, Innovation, and Policy for Regional Advancement." This is an ongoing initiative — actively taking shape now, and open to new founding partners across every track.
Research leadership and talent pipelines from the Triangle's premier universities and colleges, shaping the Forum's academic voice.
IT and biotech / life-sciences enterprises headquartered or rooted in the Triangle, setting the tone for responsible innovation.
The region's innovation, research-park, and entrepreneurial-support organizations, accelerating founders and capital.
State and local technology, digital-equity, and cybersecurity leaders, aligning policy with the region's momentum.
Join the Forum's Steering Committee with premium ecosystem visibility from day one.
Opt-in introductions to senior leaders and emerging talent across the region — always by consent.
A platform on responsible AI, digital transformation, and workforce development.
Authentic alignment with impact that strengthens the governance and social dimensions of your organization's commitments.
"This is the beginning of a relationship, not the conclusion of a transaction."— Rakesh Babuji, Founder & President, ROFIT
"ROFIT was built on the idea that service and technology are not separate callings — they're the same one, expressed differently. The Triangle Tech Ecosystem Forum is that idea, made real."
Co-Founder & Secretary, ROFIT
"What excites me most about the Forum is that it isn't asking the Triangle to become something new — it's giving the collaboration already happening here a permanent home, and an open door for the partners still to come."
Chair, Global Outreach & Expansion, ROFIT
We would welcome twenty to thirty minutes of your time — at whatever hour works best for your calendar — to share more about the Forum and explore how your organization might help shape it as a founding partner.