Association for Competitive Technology Employee Directory
Government Relations ServicesDistrict of Columbia, United States11-50 Employees
ACT is a non-profit trade association focused on government relations for the technology sector. It represents startups and small- and medium-sized tech companies worldwide, spanning mobile and web software developers to IoT device manufacturers within the app economy. The organization advocates for policy environments that reward innovation and entrepreneurship and acts as the small-tech voice before governments around the globe. Based in Washington, DC, ACT operates with a compact staff to connect member firms with policymakers and inform regulatory discussions affecting the sector. Its market consists of startups and SMEs seeking effective representation in policy debates and standards discussions that shape the digital economy. A recent development was ACT's Global App Economy Conference in Washington, DC, on May 3–4, 2026, where the event welcomed more than 40 startup founders and small tech leaders.