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Technology, High Speed and Living Without Lead
November 30, 2006 | IPCEstimated reading time: 2 minutes
IPC - Association Connecting Electronics Industries(R) and its Designers Council are pleased to announce the Designers Summit, February 15-22, 2007, in Los Angeles, Calif., targeted specifically for printed circuit board (PCB) designers. Held in conjunction with IPC Printed Circuits Expo(R) and APEX(R), the Designers Summit offers the latest advancements in technology, high speed design and designing for a lead free future.<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />
Taking place over the course of a week, the <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />Summit allows designers to select from a host of design-specific activities and educational sessions to capitalize on what they need most. The comprehensive program ensures designers get the tools and information they need to stay competitive, innovative and in demand.
As part of the overall program, Designers Day, February 19, presents an intense, full-day immersion in design issues, including new approaches to design challenges, insight to evolving lead free concerns and a valuable heads-up on the future of the U.S. design industry.
"The program is developed by designers, for designers," notes Jean Hebeisen, IPC Designers Council and professional development director. "In addition, many designers consider the networking opportunities as one of the most valuable assets of the day. Panel discussions and an evening out with colleagues at the designers dinner are carefully scheduled to provide treasured time for peer interaction, and sharing ideas and experiences that very often spark answers to long-standing questions."
Designers who aspire to become Certified Interconnect Designers (C.I.D.) and Advanced Certified Interconnect Designers (C.I.D. +) can participate in workshops and exams, February 15-17.
"As an employer, I know that my company can only be as good as our employees, so staff development and continuous learning are key objectives," affirms Nilesh Naik, CEO, One Source Group. "I can't think of a better event that provides valuable design education and, at the same time, presents an understanding of the bigger picture than the Designers Summit. The wealth of contacts and experts that you meet from throughout the supply chain is priceless. The Summit is in a class by itself."
Attendees of the 2007 Designers Summit are encouraged to meet with suppliers, manufacturers and OEMs who influence design choices at the show's premier exhibition ? the largest trade show of its kind in North America. In addition, the "It's YOUR Party" event on Wednesday evening will feature the Designers Den, an area where designers can network with peers in a relaxed and informal setting.
For more information on the Designers Summit, visit http://dc.ipc.org/Summit or contact Nate Fitt, IPC technical coordinator, at 847-597-2827 or NateFitt@ipc.org .
About IPC
IPC (www.ipc.org) is a global trade association based in Bannockburn, Ill., dedicated to the competitive excellence and financial success of its 2,400 member companies which represent all facets of the electronics interconnect industry, including design, printed circuit board manufacturing and electronics assembly. As a member-driven organization and leading source for industry standards, training, market research and public policy advocacy, IPC supports programs to meet the needs of an estimated $1.5 trillion global electronics industry. IPC maintains additional offices in Taos, N.M.; Arlington, Va.; Garden Grove, Calif.; Stockholm, Sweden; and Shanghai, China.