We have a busy first few months of trade shows and conferences for 2019. I will be attending the following shows for at least one day to keep up with the latest technologies and industry news for writing future articles.
I’m also beginning the year with several webinars in January – March. I am giving two webinars on “How to Return Manufacturing to the U.S. Using Total Cost of Ownership Analysis” on two dates, Tuesday, January 22nd (Register here) and Wednesday, January 30th (Register here).
Then, I’m giving one Tuesday, February 12th, on “How We Can Solve the Skill Shortage and Attract the Next Generation of Manufacturing Workers.” Register here.
On February 5-7, 2019, the UBM Advanced Manufacturing Expo & Conference
will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
This conference will be part of the five shows being held concurrently at the Center.
Expo Hours for all shows:
February 5, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
February 6, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
February 7, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
AFCEA/USNI WEST Conference
Registration Center
11208 Waples Mill Road, Suite 112
Fairfax, VA 22030
(888) 273-5706 / (703) 449-6418
Register
Why Attend AFCEA:
Attend three days of open discussions with defense and maritime leaders. Gain a better understanding of the impacts and implications of the new National Security Strategy. Hear about the current set of challenges facing the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, and be a part of the dialogue on the opportunities and solutions to address these concerns.
CONNECT
Spend time with military, government and industry ‘out of the office’ and ‘outside of the beltway.’ Engage with speakers, attendees and exhibitors and discuss ideas and insights. Afternoon happy hours on the exhibit floor provide an opportunity to network with thought leaders.
INNOVATE
Explore and experience the latest platforms, leading edge technologies and state-of-the-art networking capabilities that support the Sea Services operations. Visit over 300 maritime exhibits.
IPC APEX EXPO 2019 is a five-day event like no other in the printed circuit board and electronics manufacturing industry. Professionals from around the world come together to participate in the Technical Conference, Exhibition, and Professional Development, Standards Development and Certification programs. These activities offer seemingly endless education and networking opportunities that impact your career and company by providing you the knowledge, technical skills and best practices to address any challenge you face.
Exhibition Hours
Tuesday, January 29 10:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday, January 30 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday, January 31 9:00 am–2:00 pm
About IPC
IPC is a global trade association dedicated to furthering the competitive excellence and financial success of its members, who are participants in the electronics industry. In pursuit of these objectives, IPC will devote resources to management improvement and technology enhancement programs, the creation of relevant standards, protection of the environment, and pertinent government relations.
Conference: April 29 – May 2, 2019 | Exhibits: April 30 – May 1
Long Beach Convention Center, 300 East Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, California
Conference Hours:
Tuesday, April 30, 2019 | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday, May 1, 2019 | 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday, May 2, 2019 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Exposition:
Tuesday, April 30, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday, May 1, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Dates and times for workshops, tours, and networking receptions are being determined. Check back for updates.
For those of you in San Diego County, you may also want to attend the free Economic Roundtable on Thursday, January 17, 2019.
What does the San Diego County economy look like for 2019 and beyond? Join the lively discussion with a panel of experts covering the future of the economy, housing/homelessness, military, and diversity and inclusion. Experts will provide predictions and their perspective on what may be in store for San Diego County.
Session One:
Ray Major, Chief Economist, SANDAG
Ryan Ratcliff, Associate Professor of Economics, USD School of Business
Sarah Burns, Director of Research and Evaluation, San Diego Workforce Partnership
Session Two:
Housing/Homelessness: Stephen Maduli-Williams, Community Development Program Manager, City of San Diego
Military: Jesse Gipe, Senior Manager, Economic Development, San Diego Regional Development Corporation
Diversity and Inclusion: Dwayne Crenshaw, CEO and Co-Founder, RISE San Diego
Date: Thursday, January 17, 2019
Time:
Networking: 8–8:30 a.m.
Program: 8:30 a.m.–noon
Location:
University of San Diego—Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice
5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110
Cost: Free
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