The Sacramento Regional Technology Alliance, SARTA, today announced that Oleg Kaganovich, CEO of SARTA, plans to leave the organization next quarter to return to the private sector. Kaganovich joined SARTA in August, 2003 as Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer. He was promoted to CEO in 2005.

The Sacramento Area Regional Technology Alliance (SARTA) is a tech-focused 501(c) (3) corporation that supports entrepreneurial programs, companies and technology investment throughout Butte, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, Solano, Sutter, Yolo and Yuba counties.

SARTA’s mission is to accelerate the growth and development of technology companies and the technology sector in the Sacramento region. Through its partners, SARTA connects and provides resources for the region’s high-tech entrepreneurs, investors, business, non-profit, economic development and community leaders, supporting its goal to attract $1 billion in investment capital to the region. SARTA also provides high-tech entrepreneurs, executives, and other business and community leaders with connectivity and resources for growth, networking, and educational opportunities.

SARTA is directed by a 45-person board of directors composed of regional leaders of academic institutions, investment groups, business associations and technology corporations that seek to foster technology innovation and growth in the Northern California region.

The search for a new CEO is being conducted by Kaganovich and the SARTA Board of Directors. Post transition, Kaganovich will remain actively involved as a SARTA board member. The job description will be available by emailing info@sarta.org.

Gillian Parrillo
The Sacramento Executive