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Opening Plenary Speakers to set the stage
as we move “Beyond Telecom” at PTC'07
The opening plenary session at PTC'07 is
Sunday January 14, 2006, 4-6pm. If you are not in the
room when these fine gentlemen speak, you are out of the
loop!
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 Narasimhan
Srinath
Executive Director,
VSNL India,
India |
 Shin
Cho
Senior VP & Head of Strategy
& Planning Group
SK Telecom,
Republic of Korea |
Each speaker will address themes shaping this year’s
conference, “Beyond Telecom”. They will
provide essential insights and a strategic framework from
which you will be able to understand the rapid evolution
in the convergence of systems and services on IP.
PTC’07 Announcements
Many thanks to the PTC’07 Sponsors:
Early bird registration rates still apply so don’t
wait a minute longer. Go now to www.ptc07.org to
register.
PTC’07 is shaping
up to be the very best PTC conference ever. Along with cutting
edge topics and an amazing line-up of top industry speakers,
exciting new programs and networking opportunities are in
place to help you and your organization get the most out
of the conference.
Highly visible sponsorship and advertising opportunities
are still available. Get your organization’s
name in front of the movers and shakers of the entire Pacific
region. Be a key supporter that makes this conference one
of the best anywhere. Go to www.ptc07.org to
become a sponsor and/or advertiser.
The annual conference is PTC’s not-to-be-missed annual
marquee event. Members enjoy significant discounts
and benefits of all aspects of the conference and related
activities. Networking opportunities abound. Special
networker packages that provide the best possible venue for
your meetings and also provide critical support to PTC are
available. Your registration fee also includes free and discounted
Summits and Workshops in conjunction with PTC including those
conducted by Stealth, iHollywood Forum and TeleGeography
Research. These top-notch organizations will arm you
with in-depth knowledge and insights key to understanding
changes in our related industries.
There is no doubt that the evolving information and communications
ecosystem is moving us all “Beyond Telecom”.
Understanding how technology, business and policy are being
reshaped by the accelerating convergence of communication
and entertainment service on IP is fundamental to success. So
come join us in January and enjoy the unbeatable combination
of a superb conference and our spectacular setting in Hawaii.
E Komo Mai – Come Belong! And encourage all your networking
and business associates to come with you.
“PTC attracts
and creates the ideal environment for meeting the
most senior executives of those companies we want
to do business with in the Asia Pacific and Pacific
Island regions.”
- Jonathan P. Kirchner, Vice President, Marketing & Business
Development, Loral Skynet Sponsor
for past PTC Conferences and for PTC’07
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You still haven’t gone to www.ptc07.org?
Click now, then come back for the rest of this month’s
bulletin
PTC'07 Mid-Pacific Marketplace (MPM)
Exhibits
For the first time, PTC is consolidating its activities
into one dynamic space. The “Mid-Pacific Marketplace” will
be the venue for:
- Trade Show
- Planet PTC® Computer Center
- Coffee lounge
- Session coffee breaks
- Conference luncheons
- New business meetings
With the MPM’s numerous functions, it will be a constant
beehive of activity, allowing you to interact with exhibitors,
conference delegates, and networkers for several days of
intense deal-making.
“We have
found it to be a great place to meet decision makers
for most of the companies throughout the Pacific.
This saves time and the expense of travel and allows
Cordell an opportunity to bring its best people and
new products to a central location to meet our customers."
- William E. Mathews, III, President and CEO,
Cordell, Inc.
Loyal exhibitor for PTC Conferences
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- "One-2-One Exchange" meeting tables for quick
meetings
- Access to all plenary sessions and selected conference
sessions
- Access attendee list for marketing communications
- Press coverage before and during PTC'07
- Company exposure online, imprinted materials and onsite
promotions
- And many more!
Exhibit space
in the MPM is going fast. Reach the key people
that matter to your business. Reserve your space today at www.ptc07.org/exhibits/index.html PTC
members enjoy a substantial discount off exhibit rates -
a $900 savings!
“REDCOM Laboratories
Inc. has participated as a speaker, committee member,
and as an exhibitor almost from the beginning of the
PTC. This annual Conference greatly contributed to
the success of REDCOM in placing Telecommunication
infrastructure equipment to many Island Nations in
the South Pacific”
- Klaus Gueldenpfennig, President, REDCOM
Laboratories Inc.
Loyal exhibitor for PTC Conferences and
Sponsor for PTC’07
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For more information please download the Access
to Global Markets Brochure
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4.56 KB) brochure, or visit the Conference website at http://www.ptc07.org
Contact for Exhibits and Advertising
Neil Bock at Tel: +1.508.870.9787 (ET) or Email: neil@ptc.org.
Contact for Sponsorship
Sharon Nakama at Tel: +1.808.9413789, ext. 110 or Email: snakama@ptc.org.
ELECTION! PTC Board of Governors and
Advisory Council
Thank you to all who have stepped forward with nominations
for election to a leadership role in PTC.
All PTC members should be receiving the ballot for the Board
of Governors and Advisory Council shortly. Please take
the time to vote. All the candidates deserve your considered
attention as they have offered themselves voluntarily to
give their time, effort and considerable leadership skills
and expertise to guide our organization.
Completed ballots must be returned no later than
November 6, 2006. Results will be announced November
15.
Board of Governors approves a limited annual
membership dues increase: Not all categories affected
and members can save through early payment.
It has been nearly 15 years since there has been an increase
in the annual dues for PTC membership. The Board
of Governors has been considering this issue for some time
and as part of the current year’s plan for a balanced
budget, has approved a modest annual dues increase to help
adjust for the costs of operating PTC. In approving
the increase, the Board is very mindful of the need to effectively
and responsibly budget for the needed functions of PTC while
maintaining cost controls and implementing changes for more
efficient operations. Consideration for the increase included
consultation with the Advisory Council leadership and member
and PTC-J feedback on draft proposals over the past several
years. In particular, the cost of dues for our lowest
priced membership categories remains unchanged.
Effective for the 2007/8-membership year, annual dues are:
| Category |
07/08 |
Prior |
| Individual* |
$150 |
$150 |
| FP0* |
$250 |
$250 |
| FP1 |
$500 |
$450 |
| FP2 |
$1000 |
$900 |
| FP3 |
$2000 |
$1800 |
| FP4 |
$4500 |
$3600 |
| NP0* |
$250 |
$250 |
| NP1 |
$500 |
$450 |
| NP2 |
$750 |
$675 |
| Affiliate* |
$250 |
$250 |
| ST1(student – dev)* |
$25 |
$25 |
| ST2(student – other)* |
$65 |
$65 |
* No change in these categories.
Now the good news…You can still beat the
membership dues increase!
Mindful that some may have already budgeted for next year’s
dues at the prior level, we are pleased to extend a one-time
offer to all members to pay their dues for the 07/08 membership
year at the prior level if paid by Dec 31, 2006.
Invoices for dues will be sent mid-November with
a note of explanation and the offer to pay at the prior
level to avoid the increase for the coming year. Dues
paid between Jan 1, 2007 and Jan 31, 2007 will be allowed
a 5% discount off the new rates for the categories with
dues increases. From Feb 1, 2007 onward, all dues
payments are subject to the new rates.
Become a PTC Corporate Partner!
Corporate
Partners is a new program inviting member organizations
to become part of an elite group of supporters insuring
the growth and vitality of PTC.
The Board of Governors approved the revised and renamed
Corporate Partners program with the principal objective of
providing a means for member organizations to become prime
contributors to PTC. Corporate Partners advance
the vision and objectives of PTC and help provide the necessary
resources that ensures PTC can meet its goals.
The program offers one to three year commitments by member
companies at Bronze-$5K, Silver- $10K, Gold-$25K, Platinum-$50K,
Diamond- $75K and Diamond Plus- $100K levels per year.
Further information along with the benefits of the Corporate
Partners program is available on the PTC website at www.ptc.org/join/corporate_partners.html.
Members’ Hot Box: PTC Members
in the News
AsiaSat’s CEO Receives APSCC Award
Congratulations to Peter Jackson, Chief Executive Officer
of Asia Satellite Telecommunications Company Limited (AsiaSat)
on being voted the ‘Satellite Executive of the Year
in Asia Pacific’ by the Asia-Pacific Satellite Communications
Council (APSCC). AsiaSat is also a long standing member
of PTC.
The award recognizes Mr. Jackson’s contributions as
an active executive of a company primarily doing business
in the Asia Pacific for promoting the satellite industry
in the Asia Pacific. The award is given in recognition of
his qualities as an innovator who introduced satellite-related
new technologies or services to the region as well as being
a leader who implemented regional and international cooperation
in the satellite industry.
At the awards ceremony, APSCC President, Dr. Eui K. Koh,
(also a PTC member) said, “This award recognizes Mr.
Jackson’s outstanding achievement and contribution
to the advancement of the satellite and space related industries
in the Asia Pacific region through the leadership in satellite
operation and through his demonstration of vision to the
industry.”
Louis Fox named Executive Director of the Western
Cooperative for Educational Telecommunications, WCET.
Many of you may know Louis, a PTC Advisory Council member,
through his work with the University of Washington in developing
new partnerships to expand access to educational opportunity.
Others may have become acquainted through his very successful
leadership of the Internet2 K20 Initiative. Both arenas should
serve him well in his new endeavors as WCET
Executive Director. Congratulations Louis!
Welcome! New PTC Members
Name: Xtera Communications
Joined PTC: September 15, 2006
Company Overview: Xtera Communications
makes long-haul fiber-optic transmission equipment used
for both terrestrial and undersea transport. Nu-Wave systems
increase the bandwidth capability of fiber-optic strands,
making converged voice and data communications possible.
Xtera serves wholesale carriers and service providers.
Website: www.xtera.com
Name: Vincenti & Vincenti, P.C.
Joined PTC: September 15, 2006
Company Overview: Vincenti & Vincenti,
P.C. is a general practice firm, with emphases in: commercial
and corporate law; federal and state litigation; mergers
and acquisitions; antitrust and trade regulation; international
transactions; telecommunications; taxation; trademarks;
securities; real estate; and estates and trusts.
Website: www.vincenti.com
Name: Brastel Co., Ltd.
Joined PTC: September 15, 2006
Company Overview: Brastel Co.,
Ltd. is a Tokyo-based telecommunication company established
in 1996 that provides international calling services to
240 countries and territories around the world at 24-hour
flat low rates. Brastel operation offices exist in
Hong Kong, US, Brazil and have representative offices
in Southeast Asia. Brastel is the only telecommunication
service that provides native speaker customer service professionals
in over 20 languages. Diverse cultural skills and specialized
training enable Brastel's staff to offer the highest level
of service to its diverse international customers in Japan.
Website: www.brastel.com
Industry Events
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discounts
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view full descriptions of industry events and publications
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Capacity
Asia 2006
16-17 October 2006; Hong Kong SAR, China
PTC members receive a 15% discount on conference
registration
Power
and Cooling Summit 2006
25-26 October 2006; Hilton London Paddington Hotel, London
2006
e-Financial WorldExpo
25-26 October 2006; Toronto, Canada
PTC members receive a complimentary 4-Session Conference
Pass or a 35% discount on 2-Day passes using promotion code PTCC
WCET
18th Annual Conference
01-04 November 2006; Portland, Oregon, USA
PTC members receive a 15% discount off
the WCET non-member rate (discount code is wx6dx2)
TeleComm
India 2006
12-14 November 2006; Mumbai, India
Capacity
Europe 2006
13-14 November 2006; Amsterdam, The Netherlands
PTC members receive a 15% discount on conference
registration
POF
World East 2006
15-16 November 2006; Providence, Rhode Island, USA
PTC members receive a
15% discount on registration (discount code is ptc412,
all lower cases)
Voice
Over Everything 2006
28-30 November 2006; Singapore
PTC members receive a 15% discount on the 4-or-3
Day conference registration fee.
Next-Gen
USA 2006
29-30 November 2006; Denver, Colorado, USA
Satcon
Expo
29-30 November2006; New York, New York, USA
TeleManagement
World Americas
1-4 December 2006; Dollas, Texas, USA
3G
World Congress & Mobility Marketplace 2006
04-07 December 2006; Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition
Centre, Hong Kong SAR, China
PTCs members receive an additional 15%
discount. (discount code is AH460C-PTC when registering
online)
ITU Telecom
World 2006
04-08 December 2006; Hong Kong SAR, China
ChinaTel
Summit & VC Forum 2007
13-14 January 2007; Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
PTC members receive a 15%
discount on registration (discount code is ptc412,
all lower cases)
Top
Seven Intelligent Community Forum announce in PTC’07
14-17 January 2007; Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
TelecomNEXT
2007
18-21 March 2007; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
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here for complete list of industry events
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Connect-World
50% discount on the subscription fee
for both printed and online magazines
Federal
Buyers Guide, Inc. (FBG)
Receive free printed issues of Federal
Buyers Guide, Department of Defense Buyers Guide, and Homeland
Security Buyers Guide for members in the USA and Canada
Interfax
China IT & Telecom Report
15% discount on all annual
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free of charge
Philippine
IT-Enabled Services Industry Perspective (ITES)
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Contacting Us
PTC’s online and email bulletin to members
is distributed once a month. You should receive your next
copy on, or soon after, 10 November 2006
For more information on PTC, visit our website
at www.ptc.org. Please send
your questions or suggestions to Odessa Kawai at odessa@ptc.org.
If you or your company representatives wish to continue
informing other PTC members of new or improved
products, or of individual achievements via the Members’ Bulletin,
please express your wishes to Odessa Kawai at odessa@ptc.org
Please note that for news and headlines, we will only publish
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