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DOWNLOAD THE 4G WORLD BROCHURE AND SAVE $200 You're Invited to attend 4G World™ Conference and Expo 2009 4G World is the first conference and expo to cover the entire landscape of next generation mobile networks from infrastructure to devices, applications and content. Join us this September. Register before July 31 and save $500 off full conference rates! Use priority code: 4GWMS24     WHY ATTEND 4G WORLD?   With over 175 speakers, 4G World's unique program structure allows you to access every facet of the 4G wireless ecosystem in a single venue. No other industry event offers such comprehensive coverage. You'll hear from business and technology thought leaders and benefit from opportunities to network with thousands of potential customers and partners in focused breakouts and on the large expo floor.   4G World is the world's largest event showcasing the entire ecosystem of next generation mobile broadband networks – those networks that support anywhere Internet access and fully integrated mobile applications, services, entertainment and transactions. Executive summits, conferences and an exposition encompassing the complete 4G ecosystem Co-located WiMAX World and Mobile Internet World events make it the first conference and expo covering the entire landscape of next-generation mobile networks Business and technology thought leaders from around the globe present an unparalleled forum for learning and developing new business opportunities and partnerships Read more about 4G World 2009 >>   WCAI 15th Annual International Symposium at 4G WORLD   WCAI co-locates its long running and highly successful 15th Annual International Symposium with 4G World™   LUNCHEON KEYNOTE: 4G and Wireless Technology to Enhance US Broadband Infrastructure This Luncheon Keynote presentation will feature a key member of the Obama administration, who will discuss the role of wireless broadband infrastructure in the administration's plans for economic recovery and universal broadband access. DC Wireless Broadband in Emerging Markets Summit WCAI Broadband and Wireless Policy Summit Wireless Broadband in the Americas Session Time: 2:00-3:00pm Latin America will remain one of the fastest-growing markets for wireless broadband technologies in 2009, despite the economic downturn. As the industry grows, spectrum availability and management is becoming an increasingly critical issue. This session will bring together key industry players and regulators to discuss the upcoming spectrum auctions and wireless broadband network deployments in the Americas region generally. Universal Broadband Service and New Spectrum for Wireless Broadband Session Time: 2:00-3:00pm Achieving universal broadband access - i.e., ensuring that all consumers are served by emerging broadband technologies at affordable prices - is at the top of the Obama administration's policy list. This session explores the role of mobile wireless in policies designed to achieve universal broadband access, including whether more spectrum will be required. Wireless Broadband in South Asia Session Time: 3:00-4:00pm South Asia is home to some of the largest markets in the world. Yet, in many South Asian countries, wireless broadband is still trying to gain momentum. Panelists will discuss the potential for wireless broadband deployments in South Asia markets in this session. Next Generation IP-Enabled E911 Session Time: 3:00-4:00pm Congress recently required that the FCC promote consistency in the deployment and operation of IP-enabled 911 and E911 services. In this session panelists will discuss the potential impact of broadband universal service and E911 requirements on 4G technology vendors and operators. Wireless Broadband in EMEA - Eastern Europe/Russia, Middle East and Africa Session Time: 4:00-5:00pm To date, wireless broadband deployment in EMEA has been driven by WiMAX service providers, especially in the Middle East, Russia and Eastern Europe. This session will feature insight from EMEA experts discussing region-specific wireless broadband deployments and assessing the impact of current technology choices in the EMEA region.   Automatic Roaming on Wireless Broadband Networks Session Time: 4:00-5:00pm The FCC is considering whether automatic roaming obligations should be extended to wireless broadband providers. This session examines the potential legal bases, technical challenges, and effects of an automatic roaming requirement. Attend the WCAI SYMPOSIUM and other 4G World Days using Day Passes Registration for the 4G World 1/2/3/4 Day Passes includes an expo pass and admittance to all events for the day(s) selected (except training courses) – including the WCAI Symposium, if you register for a September 15 day pass. Day Pass $200 Discount Code: 4GWMS24     Attend the WCAI Symposium Day only (September 15) Registration for the WCAI Symposium includes an expo pass and admittance to all September 15 events (except training courses). Symposium $200 Discount Code: 4GWWCAI2     For general registration questions and information about education & government discounts please contact Jennifer Harvey, jharvey@yankeegroup.com   View the entire WCAI program>>   KEYNOTE SPEAKERS AT 4G WORLD 2009 Berge Ayvazian, Conference Co-Chair and Senior Advisor to Yankee Group Keith Cowan, President, Strategic Planning, Corporate Initiatives & CDMA, Sprint Nextel Corporation Ulf Ewaldsson, Vice President and Head of Product Area Radio, Ericsson Tzvika Friedman, CEO, Alvarion Ltd. Zeus Kerravala, SVP, Yankee Group Len Lauer, EVP & COO, Qualcomm Dr. Philip Marshall, Senior Research Fellow, Technology Strategies, Yankee Group Bill Morrow, Chief Executive Officer, Clearwire Neville Ray - SVP of Engineering and Operations, T-Mobile USA Kris. Rinne, SVP – Architecture & Planning, AT&T Michael Rocca, Group Managing Director, Telstra Networks & Services Suraj Shetty, VP, Worldwide Service Provider Marketing Cisco Systems Sue Spradley, President, North America, Nokia Siemens Networks Dr. Hung Song, Vice President, Samsung Electronics Company Ltd. Dennis Sverdlov, CEO, Yota Fred Wright, SVP and General Manager, Motorola Inc. View our entire speaker line-up	OFFICIAL CORPORATE HOSTS     FLAGSHIP SERVICE PROVIDER PREMIER SPONSORS   PLATINUM SPONSORS   GOLD SPONSORS Metropolitan Area Networks CONTRIBUTING SPONSORS BACKHAUL SUMMIT SPONSORS FEMTOCELL AND PICOCELL SUMMIT SPONSORS OFFICAL SPECTRUM MANAGER PARTICIPATING OPERATORS   Follow 4G World on Twitter for updates on industry trends and news, as well a speaker, sponsor and exhibitor information. VENUE AND HOTEL McCormick Place Chicago 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive Chicago , Illinois 60616 Phone: 312-791-7000 Fax: 312-791-6543 For more information on McCormick Place, click here. Hyatt Hotel is selling out fast!! Reserve your room NOW! Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago  2233 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Chicago, IL  60606  Phone: (800) 233-1234 or (312) 567-1234 As a 4G World Conference & Expo participant, you can take advantage of a specially discounted nightly hotel rate of $259 single room Register before July 31 and save $500 off full conference rates! Use priority code: 4GWMS24

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