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HD, Satellite Communication and IP Media Collide as CCW Brings Industries Best and Brightest Together Under One RoofTRUMBULL, Conn. --(Business Wire)-- Recognizing the increasing necessity to create, manage and deliver content across multiple platforms, HD World Conference & Expo, SATCON Conference & Expo and IP Media Expo will be co-located this October under the comprehensive brand Content & Communications World (CCW). Setting the new standard for providing comprehensive education and technology solutions for professionals in the media, government and enterprise markets, CCW has released the complete session roster for its event taking place October 15-16, 2008 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. Scott Teissler, EVP, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Digital Technology Strategist at Turner Broadcasting and CNN will open the event by presenting a keynote address to all conference-goers on October 15. Teissler will discuss election news coverage, HDTV and multi-platform content delivery. Additionally, attendees to any one of the three shows also will be given universal access to each of the other shows' exhibits and conference sessions to explore the newest advancements, trends and functions for content creation, management and delivery, satellite communications, mobile technology, and fiber and hybrid communications networks. The three shows will continue to bring attendees the most in-depth panels, presentations and more than 35 end-user sessions on topics ranging from practical strategies for HD acquisition, distribution and archiving to satellite infrastructure and the emergence of satellite technology in the hybrid universe to building an eco-efficient data center and the future challenges of delivering a high quality video experience over the Internet. Conference-goers also will have access to an exhibit floor featuring 225 leading solution providers, allowing business and technology executives to learn new strategies and see new technologies in action. "CCW has opened the door to an entirely new wealth of knowledge for professionals in these industries," said Michael Driscoll, Vice President and Event Director for the shows. "As different forms of communications media continue to merge, we feel it's our responsibility to keep attendees knowledgeable about the changes, trends and options available to them. CCW brings this information together in an environment that gives you a complete picture of how these changes impact your business and the businesses around you." HD World Well-established in the industry as an event dedicated to providing insight into the field of high definition (HD) television, video, audio, broadcast, cable and film applications, HD World (www.hdworldshow.com) explores the methods and challenges of integrating HD production, acquisition, origination and distribution systems for media companies, as well as telcos, government and enterprise firms who are increasingly adopting HD video technologies. SATCON SATCON (www.satconexpo.com) explores applications for satellite and content delivery over satellite, fiber and hybrid networks. Additionally, the conference addresses video, voice, data, broadband and mobile communications for categories, such as media and entertainment, telcos and ISPs, military and government, and enterprise firms. IP Media Expo The IP Media Conference & Expo (www.ipmediaexpo.com) provides its conference attendees with news, views and insights into the key issues facing media, enterprise firms and government as they develop new business models and technologies for content creation and distribution over IP networks including the Internet, Telco TV, mobile video, corporate and government networks and more. Conference details and a complete listing of each of the sessions can be found at www.ccwexpo.com. About JD Events JD Events is dedicated to the creation of targeted and innovative industry-leading events that deliver results. The company brings together highly qualified buying audiences, education-rich content and high-level networking opportunities -- all geared toward increasing business transactions in the markets it serves. For more information on JD Events, visit http://www.jdevents.com or contact Joel Davis at [email protected]. |

