Developing IoT Tech in the 5G Era - Talks by Verizon, Molex and Sigfox

When it comes to 5G, we’re talking about more bandwidth, higher speed and 5G evolution will cover everything from smart city, autonomous car to AI. Join us on September 12th and discover how 5G can be a potential game-changer for the IoT directly from:

- A manufacturer of electronic, electrical and fiber optic interconnection systems (Molex).
- The largest wireless telecommunications provider in the United States (Verizon).
‍- A French global network operator that builds wireless networks to connect low-power objects (Sigfox).

See agenda below for full info about the speakers.
Drinks will be served throughout the night.

Speaker 1: Dean Donnelly, Global Business Development Manager at Molex

Talk Title: Plant Floor Efficiency
About the speaker: Mr. Donnelly has been involved in the evolution of Industrial Robotic and Controls transitions in Industrial Networks and integrated functional safety for more than 25 years. Helping to define needs and transitions in the 4th Industrial evolution.
About the company: Molex, as a leading provider of electronic components and solutions, views innovation as a tool for solving complex customer challenges. This philosophy has helped us not only create many pioneering electronic solutions, but also build a globally recognized company.
Video: Molex Cellular Flexible Antennas | New Product Brief

Speaker 2: Joshua Ness, Senior Manager at Verizon

Talk Title: Wrapping Your Head Around 5G: A Primer for the IoT Community
About the speaker: Joshua Ness is a 5G Labs Manager with Verizon in New York City. He works with enterprise, startups, and academic teams to drive innovation around 5G. He also works to educate, inspire, and connect the dots for businesses interested in moving forward with emerging technology.
About the company: Verizon Wireless is an American telecommunications company which offers wireless products and services. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Verizon Communications. Verizon Wireless is the largest wireless telecommunications provider in the United States.
Video: Verizon's new 5G data speed tests are off to a rocky start
Video: Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg on 5G

Speaker 3: Alberto Ignacio Mannil, Hacking House Program Manager at Sigfox

Talk Title: Sigfox Use Cases and the Power of 0G (“Zero G”)
About the speaker: Alberto is program manager for Sigfox’s innovation program Hacking House, where young professionals and recent graduates develop complete IoT solutions to solve a variety of global issues. Born in Venezuela, he has a Master’s in Business Development from Grenoble École de Management and loves to play with IoT development kits.
About the company: Sigfox is a French global network operator founded in 2009 that builds wireless networks to connect low-power objects such as electricity meters and tracking devices, which need to be continuously on and emitting small amounts of data. Sigfox is based in Labège near Toulouse, France.
Video: SIGFOX TECHNOLOGY: How A High Network Capacity Is Possible?
Video: Let’s talk IoT – RF testing of Sigfox modules and devices

Agenda

6:00 pm
Attendee check-in, drinks and networking.

6:30 pm
Event opening.

6:40 pm
Talk and Q&A: "Plant Floor Efficiency".
Dean Donnelly - Global Business Development Manager at Molex

7:00 pm
Talk and Q&A: "Wrapping Your Head Around 5G: A Primer for the IoT Community".
Joshua Ness - Senior Manager at Verizon

7:20 pm
Talk and Q&A: "Sigfox Use Cases and the Power of 0G (“Zero G”)".
Alberto Ignacio Mannil - Hacking House Program Manager at Sigfox

7:40 pm
Community announcements: This is the time for you to share with the rest of the room what you are working on or make any sort of announcement you like. You have 2 minutes max for a short shoutout.

8:00 pm
Drinks and networking.

9:00 pm
Event ends.

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