[November 14, 2007] Verizon's Educational Commitment to Its Technology and Engineering Organization Is Proven via the 2008 Verizon Technology Forum Tweet PALATINE, Ill. --(Business Wire)-- Verizon and OSP(R) Magazine today announced plans to host the second annual Technology Forum to be held April 10-11, 2008, at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The Technology Forum will immerse 700 of Verizon's managers from the Engineering and Technology organization in: -- Verizon- and Industry-led education -- Industry updates by both Verizon Executives and Industry Analysts -- Vendor Expo -- Breakouts by Discipline "Verizon is committed to evolving their network and employees, and continually seeks collaboration with telecom experts from the educational and vendor communities," said Sharon Vollman, VP/Editorial Director, OSP(R) Magazine. "Verizon has truly wrapped OSP(R) into their professional development initiatives, the OSP(R) team is proud to play an integral part in this event." "Working with the OSP(R) educational team, we have created another strong Technology Forum with robust educational seminars for our managers focused on leading-edge technology solutions for evolving Verizon's Broadband network," said Claire Beth Nogay, Senior Vice President, Engineering and Technology, Verizon. "OSP is a trusted organization because they understand the importance of technical education and the roles both equipment and service providers play in advancing the Network," continued Nogay. "We're thrilled to extend this partnership for a second year." Vollman concurred, "We're so pleased to work with Verizon again this year. Our close working relationship creates a rich collaborative educational and networking experience for Verizon's Technology and Engineering organization. Last year we had an overwhelming response from the vendor community to participate in the Technology Forum; this year we will be offering additional exhibit and sponsorship opportunities to accommodate these vendors and enhance the attendee experience." Premiere sponsors of the Verizon Technology Forum in May 2007 were: ADC, Adtran, Alcatel-Lucent, Emerson Network Power, ESRI, GE, Hitachi, Motorola, SeaChange, and Tellabs. Companies interested in exhibit and sponsorship opportunities should contact [email protected]. About Verizon Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ), a Dow 30 company, is a leader in delivering broadband and other wireline and wireless communication innovations to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving nearly 57 million customers nationwide. Verizon Business operates one of the most expansive wholly-owned global IP networks. Verizon Telecom is deploying the nation's most advanced fiber-optic network to deliver the benefits of converged communications, information and entertainment services to customers. About OSP(R) Magazine OSP(R) Magazine is owned by Practical Communications Incorporated (PCI), a world class publisher of technology information resources, dedicated to advancing technology businesses with niched magazines and trade shows. Professionals who solve infrastructure problems read OSP(R). OSP(R) is the ONE resource 25,000 readers use to find realistic infrastructure solutions, products, and technologies that help them deploy the broadband networks of today and tomorrow. Now in its 25th year of publication, OSP(R) reaches the telecommunications directors, managers, engineers, designers, and planners in the LEC, CLEC, and IOC markets. These powerful readers make the investment and purchasing decisions for the broadband networks of the future. For more information, visit: www.ospmag.com. [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]