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¿Qué es TEC-T?

TEC-T es una serie de certificaciones territoriales de corto (bronce), mediano (plata), y largo plazo (oro) que certifican los avances efectivos del territorio para la tecnología, el emprendimiento, y la inversión.

Beneficios

Los territorios admitidos tendrán derecho a acceder a una serie de beneficios durante el proceso de certificación.

Access to technical and financial resources for territorial entities (national and international).

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Access to world-class consultants.

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Strengthening professional and leadership skills at the world's best universities

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Increased regional, national, and international visibility.

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Promotion of technology transfer.

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Technical, financial, and professional strengthening of institutions.

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Support in the formulation of multi-source investment projects at the national and international levels.

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Support in the financial management of the projects formulated.

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Improvement of the physical and technological infrastructure of the territory.

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Advice during the execution of projects

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Leadership circle.

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Attraction of productive investment by international entities.

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FASES

TEC-T tiene cinco fases, la primera de ellas es transversal al proceso y se enfoca en la construcción de capacidades

Generación de capacidades

Programa académico. Planeación de largo plazo con proyectos detonantes.

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Asociación

Fortalecimiento institucional a través de la formulación de proyectos y atracción de recursos a través de la asociación y/o con una organización dedicada específicamente a estos efectos.

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Ejecución de proyectos

Partiendo de los proyectos formulados para el fortalecimiento del capital humano y la infraestructura física y tecnológica.

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Círculo de liderazgo

Red de líderes públicos, privados, académicos y sociales para el fortalecimiento de proyectos en los territorios.

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Atracción de inversiones y empleos basados en la tecnología

Inserción productiva en cadena de valor globales a partir del territorio.

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SOPORTE ACADÉMICO GLOBAL

Learn about syllabus and methodology used at the Public Innovation academic

The Public Innovation Program was specially designed for TEC-T’s Latin American leaders.

Professor Karl Siedman talks about the program.

Meet Karl Seidman, Lead Professor of the TEC-T 2025 academic program. Conozca a Karl Seidman, profesor principal del programa académico TEC-T 2025.

Karl is currently a research associate at MIT, Principal Partner at Karl F. Seidman Consulting Services, and a consulting professor at Life Economics Lab.

We are honored to have one of the world’s foremost experts in territorial planning and local economic development leading this program.

Meet the world-class professors supporting TEC-T 2025: Alexander Meeks.

Alex holds a Master’s degree in Urban Planning from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), a Sustainability Certificate from the MIT Sloan School of Management, and a Bachelor’s degree from Yale University.

He currently serves as Director of the Milken Institute’s 10,000 Communities Initiative and is a consulting professor at Life Economics Lab (LEL).

Alex will support the TEC-T preparatory course as a City Campus tutor for modules 4 through 11.

Santiago Ospina.

Santiago holds a Master’s degree in Instructional Curriculum for Digital Environments from the University of Illinois and a Bachelor’s degree in Communication from the University of Antioquia (Colombia).

He is currently a research assistant and doctoral candidate in Instructional Design focused on digital learning environments, teaching, and learner agency at the University of Illinois.

Santiago will accompany the TEC-T preparatory course as a City Campus tutor for the introductory module.
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TEC-T) 2026

Potenciando el desarrollo con los líderes de América Latina

Actividades preparatorias: Mayo 4 - Julio 20 de 2026
Experiencia presencial: Julio 27 a 31 de 2026

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EXPERIENCIAS TEC-T

Module 11 – Development Financing

In this synchronous session, we explored in depth the mechanisms that help leverage economic growth and infrastructure development in various regions.
Topics covered included access to credit for SMEs, the informal economy, the use of real estate assets, and collaboration as a tool to strengthen local productivity.
Relive the key moments and reflections from the module and discover how financing can drive regional development.
Apply to Territories TEC 2026 at www.lel.boston/tec2026

Module 10: Real Estate Development and Property Districts

In this session, we analyzed how real estate development can drive local economies when connected to strategic infrastructure, public–private investment, and a social impact approach.
Based on international case studies and real experiences in Colombia — such as the cocoa processing plant presented by the Tolima team, and Puerto Antioquia — participants explored models for creating productive districts that generate employment, foster innovation, and promote sustainable territorial transformation.

Artificial Intelligence and Data: Keys to Public and Private Innovation.

We present to you the key highlights from the TEC-T synchronous meeting, where students and experts shared experiences on the application of artificial intelligence and data analysis in public and private management. The summary brings together reflections on new alternatives for income generation, practical cases from municipalities and companies, and recommendations for leveraging technology in decision-making. Discover how collaboration and innovation are transforming territorial and business management in Colombia.

Module 1 meeting of our Territories TEC certification.

✨ This was the third TEC-T Leaders Encounter 2025, a space to strengthen self-managed learning, share experiences, and grow as a community.
We heard testimonies about the challenges and achievements in using the platform, the value of discipline, the importance of teamwork, and how technology connects us despite distance.
We also highlighted inspiring projects such as territorial and fiscal autonomy—an example of leadership and a vision for impact in our territories.
👉 Let’s keep learning and building together.

In-person and virtual meeting in Rionegro, Antioquia.

This was the first TEC-T Leaders Encounter 2025, a space designed to share experiences, build connections, and envision the future of innovation in our territories.
This gathering marked the beginning of a journey of collective learning that will continue to grow with new ideas and committed leaders.
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¿Qué es TEC-T?

TEC-T es una serie de certificaciones territoriales de corto (bronce), mediano (plata), y largo plazo (oro) que certifican los avances efectivos del territorio para la tecnología, el emprendimiento, y la inversión.

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SOPORTE ACADÉMICO GLOBAL

Postulación primera fase Territorios TEC TEC-T) 2026

Potenciando el desarrollo con los líderes de América Latina

Actividades preparatorias: Mayo 4 - Julio 20 de 2026 Experiencia presencial: Julio 27 a 31 de 2026

EXPERIENCIAS TEC-T

Postulación primera fase Territorios TEC
TEC-T) 2026

Actividades preparatorias: Mayo 4 - Julio 20 de 2026
Experiencia presencial: Julio 27 a 31 de 2026