Easteurolink: Bucharest/Romania
27th-28th Jan 2010, CEE Telecoms 2010/Strategies for development in CEE,  Role: Chairman

Trends in telecommunications like mobile, internet, broadband, digital TV and converging media including broadband, triple play, IPTV as well as 3G developments. It will give an informative insight into the Balkan region, covering regulatory developments, major players in the fixed-line, broadband, convergence and mobile markets, the development of new product offerings for the CEE markets

For more visit: http://www.easteurolink.co.uk/cee-telecoms/

eCenter: Vienna/Austria
28th Jan 2010, Roud table discussion on "Blocking the Internet from a mobile perspective", Role: Panelist

Recent practice of blocking applications by mobile operators and well as over-heated discussion on "net neutrality", debates spread over the world. Consumers, Regulators and Operators are addressing the legal aspects on controlling the internet, who owns the content? who has the right to decide which application can be supported, who is liable for what if abuses are made? Certainly a complex matter that will leave for a while severa lawyer busy at multiple institution following different interests.

For more visit: http://www.e-center.eu/

AICTO: Tunis/Tunisia
Feb 23-24th 2010, Arab Forum for secure electronic exchanges/M-Payment Summit. Role: Key note Speaker

M-Payments in emerging markets – A new business opportunity, Cross industry cooperation – Issues and potentials within the value chain, Challenges & key success factors for a successful uptake of m-payment services, Impact of the regulatory environment on the m-payment development: Different perspectives, Different business models within the m-payment eco-system

For more visit: http://www.aicto.org/

Informa: Dubai/UAE 
8th–10th March 2010, Broadband Global Summit, Role: Chairman

The Vision behind Broadband: Reviewing the Latest Global Developments, Hybrid TV: Examining the Business Models and Why it Makes Sense in the Middle East , What is the Impact of the Digital Home and IPTV in Operators Next-Generation Broadband Strategy?, Launching the Regions first LTE Network, How important is HSPA + for Operators Migration Strategy to LTE?, Reducing OPEX and CAPEX and Increasing Capacity: What Role Does LTE Have to Play?, Regulators Roundtable - Spectrum and licensing policies for LTE to Stimulate Broadband Access Towards Economic Growth in the Middle East.,  ...

For more visit: http://www.broadbandglobalsummit.com/conference/contact_us

Informa: Frankfurt/Germany
10-11th March 2010, The 6th "3G, HSPA+ & LTE Optimisation", Role: Chairman

Designed for all those involved in wireless network optimisation, whether in strategic business development or technology design, this event will demonstrate how to meet ALL your optimisation challenges as 3G traffic increases and your networks evolve towards HSPA+ & LTE.

For more visit: http://www.3gconference.com/

Informa: Barcelona/Spain
27 - 29 April 2010, The 7th IMS 2.0 World Forum 2010. Role: Chairman

At this major event over 70 experts were speaking on topics ranging from strategies, rationale and business cases behind IMS deployment, operators' strategies for IMS implementation, to the future of IMS and Web 2.0, etc.  Defining New Business Models for the Communications Industry, Defining the IMS Roadmap, IMS Deployment Strategies, New Service Introduction – Interoperable RCS Commercial Service, IMS Terminals IMS Terminals – What are the Device Manufacturers Really Thinking?

For more visit: http://worldforum.imsvision.com/

Informa: Amsterdam/The Netherlands
19-20 May 2010,  LTE World Summit 2010, Role: Breakfast round table

Top-Notched High Level Speaker Panel Across The Entire LTE & HSPA Ecosystem from Asia and Internationally Including Regulators, Bankers, Analysts, Content Providers, Handset & Device Manufacturers & Vendors, Comprehensive Market-Driven, Operator-Led Agenda covering issues from: Industry Think Tank: Visualising the Optimum Operator Roadmap for Next Generation Broadband Services, Applications & Services In Perspective Roundtable: How Can the Mobile Industry Better Support the Development of Innovative & Profitable Applications? Regulators Roundtable: Revolutionising Current Regulatory Regime To Stimulate Broadband Access Towards Economic Growth

For more visit: http://ws.lteconference.com/

Informa: Bucharest/Rumania
22-23 June 2010, 4th Annual Digital TV in Central & Eastern Europe Event, Role: Speaker

The region of Central & Eastern Europe is exploding, with broadcasters and platform operators investing vast sums into new businesses and networks. Digital TV Central & Eastern Europe is the pre-eminent event for the region that offers attendees the chance to meet the experts who have developed a wealth of experience in these fast-paced markets. The agenda delivers insights on the whole TV ecosystem: all operators and service providers (satellite, cable, IPTV, DTT and fibre), regulators, investors, vendors, consultants and more. The event also explores the investment opportunities in the region; who the key partners to help you profit in the future are and what the potential pitfalls are in this next stage of digital TV expansion.

For more visit: http://conference.digitaltvcee.com/

Clarionevents: Dubai/UAE
13-14th Sept.2010, mHealth 2010 Conference, Role: Chairman

Revolutionising healthcare: Analysing the impact of mobile phones and technology on the healthcare system, Industry outlook: Assessing the global trend in mHealth and defining the role of mobile technology in the healthcare service, Bringing clarity to the mHealthcare ecosystem: Outlining roles and responsibilities, What is the role of the operator in mHealth: Is it more than just a dumb pipe?, Implementing a mobile healthcare system & training healthcare professionals and clinicians to effectively use mHealth, Using mHealth for remote patient care and managing chronic diseases

more info on http://www.hospitalmanagement.net/exhibitions/

Informa: Hong-Kong/CN
7-9th Sep. 2010, LTE Asia '10, Role: Chairman

Smart LTE deployment - the new Era of partnerships and Joint deployment, Costing and financing LTE, Software defined devices, backhaul challenge, future handsets and devices, system architecture evolution, open source security concerns, matching business vision and technological innovation for LTE success.

For more visit: http://asia.lteconference.com/

Informa: London/UK
15-16 Sept., The 6th Annual SDP Global Summit. Role: Chairman

Creating a Communications Ecosystem, Building the Next Generation Service Delivery Framework: Reviewing Concepts, Definitions and Deployment Strategies So Far, The Role of Service Delivery Platforms in the Battle to Create New Revenues, SDP 2.0: Addressing the Key Challenges for Service Providers in the New Communication Ecosystem and Understanding Why SDP is a Critical Factor, Enabling Development, Deployment and Management of Converged Services on NGN and Legacy Networks

For more visit: http://europe.sdpsummit.com/

Terrapinn: Dubai/UAE
5-6 Oct. 2010, Telecoms World Middle East 2010 . Role: Jury Member for the Telecom Award

The new game plan for sustainable growth, Shaping your business model around scope not scale, The role of mobile operators in driving interoperability between multiple social infrastructures , The broadband technology debate: LTE vs. WIMAX, Improving performance and profit margins through infrastructure sharing, Customer acquisition and retention, Strategies for operational efficiency, Green telcos

For more visit: http://www.terrapinn.com/2010/twme/

Marcus Evans: Prague/Czech Republic
28-30th January 2009, 3G/HSPA Evolution and Optimisation Forum, Role: Chairman

Understanding the Spectrum Challenge, Building a Business Model for RAN Sharing, Examining Drivers, Strategies and Solutions for 3G Optimisation in the Evolution towards, Next Generation Networks,  Mobile Broadband Drivers and Technology Selection Criteria for a Mobile Operator, Mobile Backhaul Strategies for Improved Mobile Broadband Delivery, Evolving to LTE Networks

For more information visit: http://www.marcusevans.com

Jacob Fleming: Vienna/Austria
2nd & 3rd of March 2009, Post Merger Integration Strategies, Role: Chairman

Diagnostic and Planning - Identifying Treats Ahead, Performance Indicators for Integration
Performance Management, Customer Based Retention during the Merger, Communication Excellence in Post Merger Integration, Transition Service Agreement, Choosing the Future Culture for the New Organization

For more information visit: http://www.jacobfleming.com/europe

Informa: Dubai/UAE
10th - 11th March 2009, Broadband Global Summit, Role: Chairman

The Vision Behind Broadband: Reviewing the Latest Global Developments, What Services and Software are going to Drive the Market in the Next 5 years?, WiMAX v’s HSdPA: Which Technology Will Triumph in the Middle East and Africa? Investing in FTTx. What are the Key Drivers for Deployment? Utilising Fibre to Increase your Service Offering, Increase Revenues and Delivering a More Interactive and Personalised Experience

For more information visit: http://www.broadbandglobalsummit.com

Marcus Evans: Amsterdam/The Netherlands
23-25 March 2009 "3 rd Annual Telecoms Brand Building & Re-Branding Forum", Role: Main Speaker

Image Creation and Re-Invention to Increase Customer Loyalty and Attract New Subscribers

For more information visit: http://www.marcusevans.com

Avren International: Bath/UK
April 20th - 22nd, 2009, Next Generation Networks, Role: Key Note Speaker and Chairman

New Spectrum - New Services, New Customers, New Challenges, Stop Gap on the Road to LTE or True 4G Alternative? LTE: Technology Push, Operator Need or Consumer Pull? LTE Metro Solutions - Balancing the Economic and Practical Issues, Invest in LTE or Build Out Existing Infrastructure - Which Makes Best Economic Sense, Operator Considerations for When, Where and How to Deploy LTE, Evolving the Network from the Inside Out - Will Femtocells Replace the Need for a Macro Network in Initial Deployments etc.

For more information visit: http://www.avrenevents.com/programme.asp?Conf=Bath2009

AICTO: Tunis/Tunisia
April 29-30th 2009, Mobile TV in the Arab Region, Role: Chairman, Key Note Speaker

Technology and standards, spectrum planning and requirements, Handheld Terminals and Network coverage, Arab and International operators and Broadcasters Experience, Regulatory and Market Issues, Impact of various business models on Mobile TV success, Introduction of Mobile TV into the Arab Region

For more information visit: http://www.aicto.org/index.php?id=460

Telecom Finance Middle East & Africa 2009 Conference
April 28, 2009 - April 29, 2009, Park Hyatt - Dubai

For more information visit: http://www.telecomfinance2009mea.press.net/index.php

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Informa: Berlin/Germany
19th-21st May 2009, LTE World Summit. Role: Speaker, Panalist and Chairman

The World Summit presents a unique opportunity for the whole industry to network to address the evolution beyond 3G and define the roadmap for the long term evolution for the next generation of mobile networks.

For more information visit: http://www.lteconference.com

MECOM 2009 Conference
May 25, 2009 - May 27, 2009, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center

For more information visit: http://www.mecomexpo.com/Index.html

European Central Bank: Frankfurt/Germany
25-26 May 2009, Retail payments: integration and innovation, Role: Key Note Speaker

Recent developments in retail payments and retail payment economics, Payment habits and the use of different payment instruments, The future of retail payments, Payment innovation and dynamics, including e-invoicing and internet/mobile payments, SEPA and eSEPA

For more information visit: http://www.ecb.int/events/conferences/

Arab Advisors 6th Annual Media & Telecoms Convergence Conference 2009
June 1, 2009 - June 2, 2009, Four Seasons Hotel - Amman- Jordan

For more information visit: http://www.arabadvisors.com/Convergence/schedule.htm

Informa: Hong Kong
8-9 September 2009,  LTE Asia 2009, Role: Chairman, Workshop leader

Top-Notched High Level Speaker Panel Across The Entire LTE & HSPA Ecosystem from Asia and Internationally Including Regulators, Bankers, Analysts, Content Providers, Handset & Device Manufacturers & Vendors, Comprehensive Market-Driven, Operator-Led Agenda covering issues from: Industry Think Tank: Visualising the Optimum Operator Roadmap for Next Generation Broadband Services, Applications & Services In Perspective Roundtable: How Can the Mobile Industry Better Support the Development of Innovative & Profitable Applications? Regulators Roundtable: Revolutionising Current Regulatory Regime To Stimulate Broadband Access Towards Economic Growth

For more information visit: http://asia.lteconference.com/

Informa: London/UK
15-16 Sept., Service Delivery Platforms Global Summit. Role: Chairman

Creating a Communications Ecosystem, Building the Next Generation Service Delivery Framework: Reviewing Concepts, Definitions and Deployment Strategies So Far, The Role of Service Delivery Platforms in the Battle to Create New Revenues, SDP 2.0: Addressing the Key Challenges for Service Providers in the New Communication Ecosystem and Understanding Why SDP is a Critical Factor, Enabling Development, Deployment and Management of Converged Services on NGN and Legacy Networks

For more information visit: http://europe.sdpsummit.com

Informa: Prague/Czech Republic
15-17 Sept., Service Delivery Platforms Global Summit. Role: Panelist

Creating a Communications Ecosystem, Building the Next Generation Service Delivery Framework: Reviewing Concepts, Definitions and Deployment Strategies So Far, The Role of Service Delivery Platforms in the Battle to Create New Revenues, SDP 2.0: Addressing the Key Challenges for Service Providers in the New Communication Ecosystem and Understanding Why SDP is a Critical Factor, Enabling Development, Deployment and Management of Converged Services on NGN and Legacy Networks

For more information visit: http://www.sdpsummit.com

ADL's Exec Event-Roundtable: Munich/Germany
Oct 1st, TV 3.0. innovative business model, Role: Key Note Speaker - Co-host

Setting the Scene (Klaus von den Hoff/ADL), Competing networks and platforms enabling cost effective multimedia distribution (Karim Taga/ADL), Content and Business Models: Any content, any screen, any time, anywhere (Jürgen Morath/ADL), Broadcaster's approach to TV 3.0- (Andreas Rudas/RTL), 3-screen Strategy (Alan Rosenfeld/Apple)

ITU/NGMN: Geneva/CH
7-9 Oct., ITU Telecom World 09 Forum/Joint ITU/NGMN Session, “Mobile Broadband 2010+". Role: Moderator

As 2010 is the milestone for the launch of the first next generation mobile networks, the NGMN Alliance will present a joint ITU / NGMN session at the ITU Telecom World Forum on 7th October, dedicated to the future of the mobile industry: Open Expert Forum - Infrastructure Innovations, Open Expert Forum - Future Mobile Applications, Deployment Scenarios and Plans, Operational Excellence, Customer Impact

For more information visit: http://www.itu.int/WORLD2009/registration

AICTO: Tunis/Tunisia
28-29 Oct. '09, M-Payment Summit. Role: Key note Speaker and Panalist

Draft agenda: M-Payments in emerging markets – A new business opportunity, Cross industry cooperation – Issues and potentials within the value chain, Challenges & key success factors for a successful uptake of m-payment services, Impact of the regulatory environment on the m-payment development: Different perspectives, Different business models within the m-payment eco-system

For more information visit: http://www.aicto.org

ETSI: Brussels/Belgium
2-3 Nov.2009, ETSI’s Business Innovation Summit. Role: Panelist, Workshop leader

Demonstrating How to Convert Innovative Research into Commercially Successful Products and Services, Achieving Sustainable Growth and Competitiveness through Innovation, Exploring Innovation in Device Capabilities, What will be the Role of Current Technologies in the Wireless Network of the Future? Effectively Managing Innovation and Achieving ROI

For more information visit: http://www.etsi-wirelesssummit.com

WKO: Salzburg/Austria
5-6 Nov. '09, Cabledays - CaTV Conference. Role: Panelist

FTTH, xDSL and HFC competition, access to premium content & content management, bundling and multi-play, digital dividend & spectrum allocation, market consolidation, hybrid models

For more information visit: http://www.cable-days.at

Informa: Dubai/UAE
15-16th Nov. IPTV & Mobile TV Middle East 2009. Role: Chairman, Workshop leader

Global Overview: The Realities of IPTV & Mobile TV – Current Situation, Challenges, Opportunities, and Recent Launches. Regional Perspective: Analysing the Middle Eastern Market and Identifying. Profitable Business Models for the Region. Assessing the Current Ecosystem and Determining How to Encourage Collaboration between the Different Market Players. Utilising Mobile Broadcasting to Manage Network Capacity Constraints. Measuring the User Audience and Leveraging these Valuable Data Metrics for Advertising.

For more information visit: http://www.iptv-mea.com

SatCom2009/MACASA-Terrapinn: Dubai/UAE
7-9 Dec. Satellite - Broadband & TV. Role: Key note, Workshop leader

Satcom as an integral element of the global telecommunication, broadcasting and ISP industries, digital migration - the future of HDTV transmission, HDTV challenges for regional specialised broadcasters, meeting growing regional demand for HDTV,  sharing knowledge to develop and implement successful satellite regulation and policy,  Hybrid networks - delivering content and information through seamless/tech agnostic platforms

For more information visit: http://www.terrapinn.com/2009/satcomme/programme.stm