European Tech Investment Forum
Berlin 13-14 December, 2005
The 14th edition of the European Tech Investment Forum (ETIF) will take place in Berlin on 13 & 14 December 2005. Since its inception in 1998, more than 430 companies from 29 different countries have presented their business cases at the European Tech Investment Forum. Of these, 80 companies are known to have raised finance through contacts made at the ETIF. The actual sum raised is known for 66 of these companies, totaling €308 million in growth funding.
Europe's leading entrepreneurs, venture capital companies and startups will come together for a programme focused on the ecosystem of the dynamic, emerging company.
For more information on attending and presenting: www.e-unlimited.com
ICE 2006
London 24-26 January, 2006
The Online Future of Gaming
ICE 2006 is an international exhibition for the casino and gaming industry,
returning in 2006 following on from a successful event at Earls Court
2 in London, UK. 2006 promises to be no exception with over 150 exhibitors
showcasing their latest products and services and over 24,000 visitors
expected to attend. ICE is a must-attend event for all the international
gaming industry professionals, so be sure to take part in this action
packed exhibition and don't miss out on the opportunity to be involved.
For more information: http://www.ateonline.co.uk/104/203
BETT Show
11th-14th January, 2006
London Olympia
BETT is the world's leading educational ICT event, attracting over 600 educational suppliers and 27000 visitors, and bringing together the global teaching and learning community for four days of innovations and inspirations. BETT 2006 is the place to see exciting ideas, the latest technology, practical solutions that can have an immediate impact, and new ways to put ICT at the heart of education. It is your only opportunity in the education calendar where you can see, touch and experience the best ICT products from the whole spectrum of educational ICT suppliers.
For more information please go to www.BETTShow.co.uk
2006 International CES: Defining Tomorrow's
Technology
January 5 - 8 2006
Las Vegas
With more than three decades of history, the International CES reaches across global markets, connects the industry and enables CE innovations to grow and thrive. Google co-founder and Michael Dell each plan to speak at CES, and the International CES Conference Program runs in parallel with the Exhibition where manufacturers, developers and suppliers of consumer technology hardware, content, technology delivery systems and related products and services will be showcasing their latest products and vision.
For more information: www.cesweb.org
Mainstreaming Corporate Social Responsibility
2006
23 - 24 February 2006 Central London
Mainstreaming Corporate Social Responsibility 2006 is bringing together the thought leaders from world calss companies to discuss in an interacftive forum, the CSR issues that are confronting companies today. The goal is to help move beyond the pioneering phase to ensure CSR is embedded in your company's strategy, management and systems for sustained corporate health. .
For more information: www.osneymedia.co.uk
The 3rd Annual Mobile Games forum 2006
25th - 26 January 2006 London
In just 3 years, this has grown to be a key event in the gaming calendar. The interactive agenda for the conference includes presentations and in-depth discussions will show you how to:
- Assess the current state of the industry and understand the mobile game consumer
- Market your games directly to the consumer through off-net channels
- Access the lucrative Chinese market and understand the potential of the Polish games market
- Capitalise on your connected and community gaming offerings
- Make your money back from expensive licenses through the mobile channel
- Find the right business model to take advantage of advances in 3D technology
- Evaluate the pros and cons of the i-mode model vs. the operator shop portal
For more information: www.osneymedia.co.uk
The 2nd Annual Mobile Gaming Summit
26-27 January, 2006 London
2006 - The year of profitable Mobile Gambling? If 2005 was a year of problem solving for the Mobile Gambling industry then 2006 will be the year of execution. Challenges such as age verification, handset operability and secure payment are being solved and while we can't pretend that there are no longer obstacles to overcome, it is clear that there are mobile gambling products that can generate significant revenues for everybody in the value chain.
For more information: www.mformobile.com/mobilegambling
Benelux Venture Summit
22 February 2005 Brussels
Over the past years, the Benelux Venture Summit has established itself as a unique platform promoting a dynamic and professional image of innovative entrepreneurship and venture capital in the Benelux region to the rest of Europe. This 5th edition will again allow the most promising life science and technology entrepreneurs from the Benelux region to meet and discuss with active international investors and corporations seeking investment and partnering in the Benelux region. In addition, current market topics such as "Buy-outs" and "The Future Role of Government in Risk Capital" will be discussed in a highly informative and interactive conference programme.
The General Assembly of the Belgian Venture Capital Association will be held at the Benelux Venture Summit and all in all the event will again be THE place for networking, networking and networking.
For more information on attending and presenting: www.e-unlimited.com
UK Technology Innovation & Growth Forum
20 - 21 February 2006 London
Now in its 8th year, the UK Technology Innovation & Growth Forum showcases innovative growth technology firms - both private and small-cap public - who have been hand-picked by the UK's leading technologists, financiers and advisors.
2006 speakers include:
- Lindsey Armstrong, Senior Vice President EMEA, Symantec
- John Hughes, CTO, Standard Life Investments
- Mike Lynch, Chief Executive, Autonomy
- Gordon Smillie, Director, Group Portfolio Strategy, BT
For more information: www.innovationandgrowthforum.com
3GSM World Congress
13 - 16 February, 2006
Barcelona
After years of overwhelming Cannes, in its first year in Barcelona, 3GSM will be bigger than ever. Industry leaders complete the heavyweight line-up of speakers and the congress agenda caters for every sector of the extended mobile industry value chain.
For more information: www.3gsmworldcongress.com
Canada 3GSM
13-16 February
Barcelona, 3GSM World Congress
Over 30 Canadian companies will be exhibiting or attending the 3GSM World Congress in Barcelona 13-16 February 2006, many of whom will be seeking new European partners and customers. On the opening day of the show, Monday, February 13, there will be a Canadian Wireless Capabilities Seminar. Peter Barnes, President and CEO of the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association (CWTA), will be the first speaker, followed by speakers from a number of Canadian companies.
The market focus of the Canadian companies at 3GSM covers a large range from: Entertainment and Content, Mobile Forms and Documents, Graphics, RF including WiMax equipment, VoIP, Smart User Interfaces, Subscriber Profile Management, Wireless Solutions and Devices. Searches can be made on the Canada @ 3GSM web site to identify companies with a particular market focus.
Full details from: www.canada3gsm.com or from:
George Edwards
Trade Commissioner (IT & Telecoms)
Canadian High Commission, London
info@canada3gsm.co.uk
The 2nd Annual Mobile TV and Video Forum
17 -18 January 2006
London
Exploring technologies, business models and content propositions to maximise revenues and increase audience penetration for Mobile TV and Video
- Hear the latest from the Mobile TV trials: DVB-H, DMB, MediaFLO
- Get to your audience first by capitalising on new Mobile TV prime times
- Discover how to integrate next generation interactive services and programming for mobile platforms
- Find out how to repurpose, repackage and resell existing content
- Overcome the technological and operational challenges of delivering video content to mobile
- Find out what content consumers are paying for, when they want it and how they prefer to pay for it
For more information: www.osneymedia.co.uk
"Entrepreneurs' success stories"- Kleinwort
Benson's Entrepreneurs Club
14th December, 5:30 PM
Kleinwort Benson's Entrepreneurs Club is holding the 5th Anniversary Christmas Meeting on Wednesday 14 December.
The event will commence at the earlier time of 5.30pm with an advice forum. Key professional specialists will be available from 5.30 pm to 6.30 pm to answer queries specifically on the themes of raising finance, expansion planning, tax mitigation and exit planning. A finalised list of the specialist advisers, along with their biographies, will be sent out to all attendees prior to the event.
Kleinwort Benson is looking forward to welcoming the key note speaker for the evening, Christopher Foyle of Foyles Bookshop, who successfully brought the family business back into profit and expansion mode. Kleinwort Benson will also take the opportunity to discuss the highlights of the last five years and the taste of what is to come in 2006.
For more information, please contact Tanya Jack:
Business Development
Kleinwort Benson Private Bank
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7475 2684
Mobile: 07909 980660
www.teckbpb.co.uk