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TIA's Connectivity Jam will Produce Answers to Biggest Challenges in IoT, Wireless Infrastructure and Next-Gen Network Operations: June 5-7 in DallasThe Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), the leading association representing the manufacturers and suppliers of high-tech communications networks, today announced featured speakers and events for its Connectivity Jam, a new interactive and outcomes-focused executive conference taking place June 5-7 in Dallas, TX. This Smart News Release features multimedia. View the full release here: http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20170510006016/en/ In a departure from traditional shows and conferences, executives from across the information and communications technology (ICT) ecosystem will "jam together" in facilitated conversations, delivering tangible next steps to accelerate connectivity. Their charge is to contribute to a post-event Outcomes Report produced by TIA's analyst partner IDC (News - Alert). The report will focus on "Transforming Wireless and Connectivity Infrastructure," "Operating Next-Gen Networks" and "Connecting the Internet Of Things." TIA's Connectivity Jam will also include several special activities, including a Smart Communities Breakfast and TIA's Annual Startup Competition (May 1st deadline to enter; details below). Media interested in attending should contact Farrah Ahamad at [email protected] or 202.684.3273. Attendee information and registration is available here. Keynotes with diverse perspectives on connectivity will kickstart the discussions. This will include a panel of media and entertainment industry executives who will debate the future of TV and the impact of streamed media and video on connectivity infrastructure requirements, business models, government policies and operational challenges:
Bob De Haven; General Manager, Worldwide Communications and Media - Microsoft (News - Alert) Global business strategist, Dr. Tassu Shervani, Professor of the Cox School of Business, Southern Methodist University, will address how demographic and technology drivers are converging to reshape work, workers, firms, marketplaces and networks. Don Szczepaniak, Executive Vice President of Panasonic Entrprise Solutions Sensory Solutions Group, will explore the business outlook for connecting and deploying the Internet of Things. Contributors to the Jam include:
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Brumer, Partner Among the special events will be a Smart Communities Breakfast, which will feature a timely discussion with city mayors, council members and CIOs from communities at different stages of digitization. The diverse group of participants will discuss what they are trying to achieve, frustrations, needs, paths to forward growth, and best practices. This event also marks the 5th TIA ICT Startup Challenge, where ICT companies introduce new products and services that will build the next generation of communications networks and new platforms and applications that will take advantage of increased connectivity. Applications are still being considered - companies interested in competing in this year's Startup Challenge can learn more here. The full schedule for TIA's Connectivity Jam is available here. About TIA The Telecommunications Industry Association (News - Alert) (TIA) represents manufacturers and suppliers of global communications networks through standards development, policy and advocacy, business opportunities, market intelligence, and events and networking. TIA enhances the business environment for broadband, mobile wireless, information technology, networks, cable, satellite and unified communications. Members' products and services empower communications in every industry and market, including healthcare, education, security, public safety, transportation, government, the military, the environment, and entertainment. Visit tiaonline.org for more details. TIA is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and is a proud sponsor of ANSI's Standards Boost Business campaign. Visit www.standardsboostbusiness.org for details.
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