Technology Executives Club

Presents:

Unified Communications

&

Mobile Computing

Chicago, IL | November 10, 2010

Attend a seminar for ONLY $47. Learn how here.

The IT department is taking over communications because these applications now reside in the network and on the same hard drives and backup systems that the rest of IT is managing.

Plus… mobile computing is literally being forced onto IT, whether they like it or not.  The proliferation of mobile devices, ranging from laptops to Blackberries, to iPhones and now iPads have made it clear to executives that they have to embrace this new technology.

Fasten Your Seatbelt and Explore What the Near Future Holds! Make Sure You and Your Staff Members ...

Join Top IT Executives from respected, area organizations ...

And Get Their Secret Insights on:

• How they're using Unified Communications at their own organizations
  
  
• Saving money with Unified Communications and Mobile Computing
  
  
• How Mobile Computing is impacting consumer and B2B commerce, plus day-to-day operations
  
  
• UC and Mobile Computing Security Issues
  
  
• Business benefits of Unified Communications and how it will continue to change the business world
  
  
• The outlook for Web Services, Telecommunications, Applications Development, and more!
  

LEARN THESE BEST PRACTICES (AND MORE!) FROM OUR KEYNOTE PANEL:

**Download Keynote Panel Presentation MP3 File here**

	Mike Willingham, Director Emerging Technologies and Vendor Relationships at Navistar, explores IT vendors' Emerging Technologies and matches those capabilities to Navistar’s business needs. Mike recently initiated an in-depth study of Unified Communications in anticipation of Navistar’s increasing Globalization and upcoming move to a new campus in Lisle, Illinois. He created a virtual team of Desktop, Voice, Video, Messaging and Networking experts responsible for Navistar’s UC&C implementation in early 2011.
	David Wroth, InSight Program Director, Underwriters Laboratories, oversees a portfolio of projects that will transform how UL employees work with customers and collaborate with colleagues. The program will change the IT function from a centralized, functionally based division to a shared service team delivering increased value through IT Service Management principles and improved governance.
	Clark Ardern, Assistant Vice President of Enterprise Architecture, Principal Technology Architect, CNA Insurance, is responsible for aligning the Technology Architecture and Strategy with CNA’s business strategy and goals. This includes creating 12, 24, 36, and 60 month technology roadmaps, creating and maintaining technology architecture standards, selecting new technology, and maintaining relationships with key technology partners.
	Moderator: Steve Susina, Director of Marketing, Laurus Technologies, has more than 20 years experience in the telecommunications and IT industries. Steve has spoken at technology conferences around the world on IT & business strategy, optical networking, compliance and IdM, and mobile communications.

**Download Keynote Panel Presentation MP3 File here**

PLUS, BONUS FEATURES OF THIS EVENT!

Get INSIGHTS FROM THE FOLLOWING INDUSTRY EXPERT BRIEFINGS:

	The Mobile Enterprise: Strategies and Tactics Mobile computing is exploding. Solstice Consulting Managing and Technology Practice Partner J Schwan will look at signficant trends, like privacy issues, wireless sensors, geo-location services, bar-code scanning, social networking and augmented reality, and how they're impacting commerce and day-to-day operations. OR Download MP3 File Only here
	Networking Requirements for Unified Communications Brian Wolfe, a partner in the Security & Compliance Software Group at Laurus Technologies, will discuss the challenges and opportunities that networking, storage and server issues have on unified communications. OR Download MP3 File Only here
	Migrating to IP Communications Forward thinking companies see the value in convergence and collaboration on an all-IP network, but few have the skills, budget or resources to replace existing infrastructures. Smoothstone Operations Vice President Randy McGraw will explore best practices for designing networks, implementing core voice services and deploying advanced UC tools to drive productivity and performance. OR Download MP3 File Only here
	Unified Communications: Platform Integration - The Next Big Thing Judge Unified Communications General Manager Peter Aaronson and Polycom Midwest UC Manager Sherri Pipala will detail emerging UC integration projects and newly defined client needs. OR Download MP3 File Only here

IN ADDITION, you'll

• Network with Your Peers to make new contacts, compare notes and best practices
  
  
• Meet top vendors in the industry, and
  
  
• Earn Continuing Professional Education credit if you're a Club member
  
  

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

• CIOs
  
• Senior Executives and Analysts
  
• VPs & Directors responsible for planning, budgeting and forecasting
  
• LOB Executives
  
• Any IT Executives and Managers who want to see where they can make a difference in 2011
  
  
  

Here's how to REGISTER for this event:

1. Purchase tickets now: $125 Members, $275 Nonmembers
   
   
2. Members: Use Your Bundled Tickets - Contact Member Services at
   847-837-3900 x1
   
   
3. Corporate Members may Receive Passes to All Seminars. Learn more here.
   
   
4. Attend this seminar for ONLY $47. Learn how here.
   
   
   
   
   

Event Logistics Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 12:30 Registration & Networking Event begins promptly at 1:00 1:00 - 5:00 Panel & Presentations Union League Club, Main Lounge 65 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago IL 60604 Questions? Contact Linda Talbot at 847-837-3900 x4 Pre-registration required. Professional business-casual attire required. Final speakers and topics are subject to change.

Event Sponsors LEARN HOW TO BECOME A SPEAKER / SPONSOR FOR THIS SEMINAR: Contact Alex Jarett at 847-837-3900 x3.