Innovative Ideas, Emerging Technologies, and Growing Companies are
Critical to Industry's Future
WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Innovation and growth
of new education technologies, including "financing the growth" of
developing Ed Tech firms, will play a pivotal role in this year's
industry-leading Ed Tech Business Forum, sponsored by the Software &
Information Industry Association (SIIA) on December 1st and 2nd in New York
City.
"This year's Ed Tech Business Forum is more exciting than ever, as it
will feature an unprecedented line-up of speakers and topics that match our
constituents' interests and needs during this ever-changing business and
economic climate," noted Karen Billings, Vice President for SIIA's
Education Division.
Geared toward the K-12 and post-secondary education technology markets,
and dedicated to connecting knowledgeable contacts from across the
education and high-tech industries, this year's conference includes the
following highlights:
- An Innovation Showcase, where attendees can network with leaders of
emerging Ed Tech companies.
- One-to-One Business Connections Meetings, including potential new
partners and investor prospects interested in start-up Ed Tech firms.
- Business Profiles Presentations, where emerging companies can garner
input and evaluations that will facilitate growth and success.
- Interactive Seminars, helping start-ups, mid-size and large companies
successfully "finance growth" and move into the next stage of their
development.
This year's conference agenda also echoes SIIA's commitment to help
education, software and digital content industry representatives develop
new and sustainable businesses, while enabling SIIA member companies and
constituents to meet prolific business and technology partners.
"In addition to the showcase, presentations and noteworthy seminars,
the 2008 Ed Tech Business Forum keynotes will be stellar. The soon-to-be
announced line-up of speakers highlights our interest in ensuring the
continued perpetuation of talent within the Ed Tech arena - all of whom we
are very excited to have join us to lend their expertise," Billings further
noted.
For more information regarding the 2008 SIIA Ed Tech Business Forum, or
to register for attendance, please visit:
http://www.edtechbusinessforum.net
Early-Bird Registration, which expires Monday, November 3, is as
follows:
SIIA Members: $395 / Non-SIIA Members: $695.
Media representatives interested in attending this conference, who need
to garner press credentialing, please email Eileen Bramlet at:
ebramlet@siia.net
About SIIA
The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) is the principal
trade association for the software and digital content industry. SIIA
provides global services in government relations, business development,
corporate education and intellectual property protection for more than 500
leading software and information companies. For further information, visit
http://www.siia.net.
About SIIA's Education Division
SIIA's Education Division serves and represents more than 150 member
companies that provide software, digital content and other technologies
that address educational needs. The Division shapes and supports the
industry by providing leadership, advocacy, business development
opportunities and critical market information. SIIA provides a neutral
business forum for its members to understand business models, technological
advancements, market trends, and best practices. With the leadership of the
Division Board and collaborative efforts with educators and other
stakeholders, the Division undertakes initiatives to enhance the use of
educational technology and the success of SIIA members.
SOURCE Software & Information Industry Association
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Related links:
http://www.edtechbusinessforum.net
http://www.siia.net
CONTACT:
Eileen Bramlet of SIIA Communications,
+1-703-927-2022, ebramlet@siia.net, or Charlene Blohm of C. Blohm
& Associates, +1-608-839-9800, charlene@cblohm.com
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