The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) ® today announced a lineup of programming for its inaugural CES Unveiled Warsaw, which will be held in conjunction with the 5th Innovative Economy Congress. As part of a 2014 series of international showcases held in key target markets around the world, CES Unveiled Warsaw will feature breaking news about the 2015 International CES®, the world’s gathering place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technologies, as well as targeted market research and exhibitors showcasing the latest tech innovations.
Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, CEA, will keynote the 5th Innovative Economy Congress and will serve on the Disruptive Technology Innovation Panel along with other top tech influencers to share industry insight. CES Unveiled Warsaw programming also will include a CES press conference to share exciting CES news and trends, and a market research presentation that will deliver in-depth, targeted global data focused on hot products and regional preferences forecasting the most desirable consumer electronics (CE) products for 2014 and beyond.
“We look forward to bringing our CES Unveiled event series to Warsaw,” said Shapiro. “Central Europe has evolved into a significant tech hub that is driving global innovation. From budding startups to established global brands, CES Unveiled Warsaw will launch the next generation of innovation to media, analysts and other industry affiliates during a day of dynamic programming and networking while serving as an event showcase for the upcoming 2015 International CES.”
This one-day, invite-only event brings together leading technology companies from Poland and the surrounding Central European countries. Top media and analysts, buyers, investors and key industry influencers will be on hand to see the world’s latest tech trends across the Central European marketplace during a tabletop networking exhibition. CES Unveiled Warsaw is scheduled for Tuesday, June 17, 2014 in Warsaw, Poland.
CES Unveiled Warsaw will run from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on June 17 at the Muranów Conference Center (Museum of the History of Polish Jews). The following event schedule highlights a dynamic lineup of programming and speakers:
CES Unveiled Warsaw
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
Muranów Conference Center / Museum of the History of Polish Jews
Warsaw, Poland
9-10 a.m. Registration
10-11 a.m. 5th Innovative Economy Congress Keynote Address
•Gary Shapiro, President and CEO, CEA
11:15 a.m.–Noon Market Research and Trends Presentation (Invitation Only)
•Shawn DuBravac, Chief Economist and Sr. Director of Research, CEA
Noon-12:30 p.m. CES Press Conference: Highlights and Updates (Invitation Only)
•Gary Shapiro, President and CEO, CEA
12:45-2:15 p.m. Disruptive Technology Innovation Panel
Moderator: Jacek Żakowski
A Panel of market analysts, academics, decision makers and business executives, including CEA’s Gary Shapiro, will discuss the potential for and challenges of today’s disruptive technologies, specifically competitive advantages and the need for new business models
2:15-4 p.m. Tabletop Networking Exhibition
Product showcase and networking reception will feature exhibitor tabletops
CES Unveiled Warsaw highlights the dynamism of the consumer technology industry, leading up to the 2015 International CES and is designated for members of the media, CE industry analysts, the investor community and executives of the tech industry.
