SAN DIEGO, Sept. 12, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- In less than two weeks, the search for the world's killer applications will be underway, as wireless communications experts and industry leaders gather at Global Mobile 2003 in San Diego, California. From September 24-26, this one-of-kind wireless conference will feature more than 100 speakers from the world's leading mobile communications firms. For more information and to register, visit www.sms.ac/globalmobile.
Global Mobile 2003 is pleased to announce that Bill Davidson, Qualcomm vice president of carrier relations, will present the opening keynote address on Thursday, September 25. This is an addition to the previously announced keynotes being delivered by Andrew Bud, chairman of mBlox, and Patrick McQuown, president and co-founder of Proteus.
The two-day conference will be filled with interactive panels led by CEOs, VPs and other executives from Nokia, Mojo Games International, Mforma Group, Trinity Solutions USA, Quios, Mobileway, Leap Wireless and other international companies. Global Mobile 2003 speakers and participants represent all facets of the mobile communications industry, including wireless operators, application developers, handset manufacturers, content creators and wireless data service providers, to name but a few. For a listing of the latest panelists, visit www.sms.ac/globalmobile and click on the "Agenda" tab.
"The response to participate at Global Mobile 2003 exceeded our wildest expectations," said Michael Pousti, chairman and chief executive officer at SMS.ac, Inc. (www.sms.ac). "The initial demand, coupled with the broad range of companies taking part, compelled us to expand the event and increase the number of sessions. Global Mobile 2003 is designed to be a conference where deals get inked. We've got a number of surprises in store for everyone, including appearances from some well-known, special guests. Don't miss it."
In addition to the quality of conference participants, approximately 87% of whom are VP-level or above, ambience and cuisine set Global Mobile 2003 apart from any other industry event. The first of two "Always Connected" networking parties will open the event on Wednesday, September 24, complete with Samuel Adams Beer, delicious food and a performance by musical group Lapdog (former members of the superstar band, Toad the Wet Sprocket). Thursday night's "Always Connected" networking party will feature internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter Rick Monroe and his band. Unlike other conferences, food and entertainment are included in the registration fee.
The mobile communications conference will be held at Marina Village, situated in a beautiful, waterfront location. There will be several exhibit areas highlighted with exciting product demonstrations. In keeping with the wireless theme, key areas of the venue will be WiFi-enabled and outfitted with laptops provided by Laptops Plus, the "Official Technology Solutions Provider of Global Mobile 2003." Even the catered lunches will have a special energy about them, with live music provided by the ever-popular San Diego band, Across The Room.
It's not too late to put Global Mobile 2003 on your calendar. Register today at www.sms.ac/globalmobile and you'll have a chance to win one of several Apex Digital DVD players. Travel arrangements can be made with a discount of up to 10% through the "Official Airline of Global Mobile 2003," United Airlines.
Global Mobile 2003 exhibition, sponsorship, and showcase opportunities are still available. Visit www.sms.ac/globalmobile for more info. If your company needs an exhibit showcase, or doesn't want to ship it to San Diego, Contempo Design can save you time, money and hassle. Companies interested in submitting a key executive to speak at the conference may complete the online submission form at the Global Mobile 2003 site (www.sms.ac/globalmobile).
Industry analysts from internationally recognized market research or financial institutions and members of the press may attend Global Mobile 2003, free of charge. For more information, go to www.sms.ac/globalmobile and click on the "Press and Analysts" tab.
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About SMS.ac
SMS.ac, Inc. is a wireless communications company whose proprietary MMSbox technology enables the exchange of text (SMS) and multimedia (MMS) mobile communications across any technology platform and deliverable to any enabled wireless device. A demonstration of MMSbox technology is available at www.sms.ac. With approximately 10 million registered users in 220 countries, SMS.ac is host to the largest mobile community in the world, offering connectivity to more than 400 mobile networks worldwide. Through its core MMSbox(tm) technologies, SMS.ac, Inc. enables interoperable, worldwide wireless interaction between network operators, the Internet, enterprises, consumers and application/content developers. Through its global initiatives, SMS.ac is igniting the widespread adoption and use of wireless data.
SMS.ac derives revenues through shared revenue relationships with mobile operators around the world. Revenues are also realized from mobile advertisements, technology licensing, subscriptions, sponsorships and other streams. SMS.ac's consumer site (www.sms.ac) is an example of the brandable web interfaces to MMSbox(tm) technologies available for licensing. To view the SMS.ac corporate web site, visit www.sms.ac/corporate.