MEMS Executive Congress 2009

Thanks to all who attended MEMS Executive Congress 2009. Join us next year in Scottsdale, AZ at the Intercontinental Montelucia.

Presentations from the Congress are available to members only at www.memsindustrygroup.org/Congress2009PPT.

To learn more about who attended MEMS Executive Congress 2009, view this demographic report.

To read the all the news published about MEMS Executive Congress, please visit our virtual press room. If you would like to help determine the content for next year's MEMS Executive Congress, please join our steering committee. Teleconferences begin in January 2010 for members.

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November 4-6, 2009 | The Lodge at Sonoma | Sonoma, CA

Taking MEMS to the next level:
What’s next and how do we get there?

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2008 MEMS Executive Congress web site

		Dr. Shoichi Narahashi Executive Research Engineer NTT DOCOMO
		Dr. Mauro Ferrari Professor and chairman of the Department of NanoMedicine and Biomedical Engineering at The University of Texas Medical School at Houston

In its fifth year, MEMS Executive Congress is the MEMS event that draws together business leaders from a broad spectrum of industries (automotive, consumer goods, industrial, medical, telecom, and more).

The Congress provides end users and MEMS companies a forum to interact and share experiences relating to the commercialization of MEMS. It is your annual opportunity to hear about the latest success stories in the MEMS industry, and expand your network and customer base.

This year’s event will be held on November 4-6 in Sonoma, California.

Panels include (subject to change)

Energy & Environmental Sensing
Automotive Sensor Fusion
Medical/BioMEMS
Gaming/Consumer Electronics
MEMS Market Analysis

The goal is to provide an environment in which leaders in both technology and business can come together, meet new people in the MEMS industry, and discover the variety of uses and solutions that MEMS has to offer.

There is no other conference like it!

To view what happened last year, please visit the 2008 MEMS Executive Congress web site. To see who attended see the MEMS Executive Congress 2008 demographics.

Why attend?

MEMS Executive Congress is a unique combination of MEMS companies and their current and potential customers. Last year’s Executive Congress had a total attendance of nearly150 attendees from North America, Europe, and Asia; with impressive press coverage. MEMS Executive Congress is designed for leaders of MEMS companies, end-users of MEMS and those who are simply looking to discover how MEMS can help gain a competitive edge in their industry.

MEMS Users/Integrators

MEMS Executive Congress is one of the best opportunities to connect with the experts of MEMS companies as well as fellow integrators of MEMS. This is your chance to meet and work with your suppliers; unite with them to chart a path to the next evolution of your products—an evolution where MEMS plays an integral role. Empower them to lead the industry into higher profitability, more reliability, and better flexibility. MEMS Executive Congress also affords you the chance to learn about viable emerging MEMS technologies that could enable your products now and in the future.

MEMS Companies

MEMS companies should attend to learn about the MEMS Industry through the eyes of their customers. Learn about the current needs of customers and have the opportunity to network and discuss the potential solution that MEMS may offer. Share your success stories with the industry and hear industry experts discuss the latest advancements and challenges in the business of MEMS.

Location

MEMS Executive Congress 2009 will be held at The Lodge at Sonoma in Sonoma, CA.

The Lodge at Sonoma
A Renaissance Resort & Spa
1325 Broadway
Sonoma, CA 95476
(707) 931-2042

www.thelodgeatsonoma.com

Rooms are available at a discounted rate of $199/night plus taxes. To make your reservation, please visit the web site and enter code memmema. You may also call central reservations at 888-710-8008.

Airport/Ground Transportation

The Lodge at Sonoma is located approximately 55 miles from SFO - San Francisco International Airport. Visit the Renaissance web site for driving directions.

Shuttle service is provided by:

Western Eagle Shuttle (415) 533-4466. The cost is $80 for the first person, and $10 for each add'l, one-way.
Shuttle California (707) 648-7008 www.shuttlecalifornia.com The cost if $90 for the first person, and $10 for each add'l, one-way.
Please note that the Sonoma Airporter shuttle service has gone out of business.

A variety of rental car companies are on-site at SFO airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend MEMS Executive Congress?

MEMS Executive Congress is geared towards senior-level executives of companies in the entire MEMS industry supply chain, as well as companies that integrate MEMS into their products.

See the MEMS Executive Congress 2008 Demographics

What makes MEMS Executive Congress unique?

There are an abundance of technical conferences about MEMS. However, the technology is only relevant if it is part of an affordable, reliable solution. Since the MEMS industry is maturing at a fast pace and approaching commoditization, there is a critical need for a forum to address the industry’s successes and accompanying growing pains. MIG created the MEMS Executive Congress to provide an intimate setting where leaders can discuss integrating MEMS and making money with MEMS. It is critical to hear the end-user’s perspective to advance the knowledge of how MEMS companies as well as their current and emerging customers, can best gain a competitive advantage.

What is the dress code?

The dress code is business-casual.

Do I need to be a MIG member to attend MEMS Executive Congress?

No, although MIG members will receive a significant discount in registration, the MEMS Executive Congress is open to the entire industry.

I am a MEMS end-user/integrator, why should I attend MEMS Executive Congress

MEMS Executive Congress is one of the best opportunities to connect with the experts of MEMS companies as well as fellow integrators of MEMS. This is your chance to meet and work with your suppliers; unite with them to chart a path to the next evolution of products—an evolution where MEMS plays an integral role. Empower them to lead the industry into higher profitability, more reliability, and better flexibility. MEMS Executive Congress also affords you the chance to learn about viable emerging MEMS technologies that could be in your products now and in the future.

How can I sponsor MEMS Executive Congress

MEMS Executive Congress has many sponsorship opportunities to bring exposure to your company. Please see available sponsorships for more information.

Testimonials

Mark Martin, Vice President, Analog Devices

"The MEMS Executive Congress stands out as a unique event. Open to suppliers and end-users alike, MEMS industry decision makers from the entire supply chain come together to exchange ideas and perspectives on the current state of the industry as well as opportunities and challenges for the future. I find the panels, keynotes, and social events great forums to meet other leaders who are driving this rapidly growing industry."

Jeff Fortin, Global Technology Leader, GE Sensing and Inspection Technologies

“The MEMS Executive Congress is an essential annual event for every MEMS business leader, both technical and non-technical. The core players in the MEMS industry are represented and the most relevant industry topics are covered in the talks and panel discussions. There is ample time to network, build relationships and develop a keen understanding of challenges and trends in the industry.”

John Foster, CEO, Innovative Micro Technology (IMT)

"The MEMS Executive Congress is the single best conference in the world of MEMS from a business perspective. The MEMS industry is very diversified and no other event brings together the key players like the MEMS Executive Congress. The MEMS Industry Group did an excellent job of organizing this event, providing a relaxed environment to network with other professionals, allowing for open discussion of ideas and sharing of experiences. Equally important, it was a great forum for hearing the most up-to-date news and trends in the MEMS industry that shed light on new market opportunities.

The atmosphere of the MEMS Executive Congress is intended to facilitate business: networking is evident, aided by the attendance of the whole MEMS supply chain, and motivated by the physical environs. The keynote talks are provocative and stimulating for discussion. Does it get much better than the wine, dinner and discussion at the Monterey Bay Aquarium?"

Jeff Hilbert, President & COO, Wispry

"The MEMS Executive Congress is large enough without being too large. This format and size of the Congress, along with the social events, provide the opportunity for a great amount of interaction and networking, and also foster a strong feeling of community.

Speakers and presentations cover a good mix of topics. The opportunity to ask questions of speakers (both in a group setting and one-on-one), the strong focus on the business aspects of the MEMS industry, and the absence of selling all contribute to creating an open, friendly, yet professional atmosphere.

The Congress provides a forum to meet potential new customers, suppliers, and partners. As a result of the caliber and diversity of attendees it is also possible to form relationships with new potential investors, industry analysts and even find a new board member.

Being a panelist at last year’s Congress put me in contact with someone from a larger, more well-established company in MEMS who became interested in our products and technologies as a result of discussions on the panel and afterwards. Thanks to the Congress we are now on each other’s radar screen and have continued to interact since the conference."