SAO Announced as Co-Presenting Sponsor of 2006 InnoTech Conference and Expo

The 2006 Oregon InnoTech event, in its 3rd year, announces SAO as co-Presenting Sponsor of the 2006 program.  “SAO’s support and direct involvement in this two-day conference and exhibition, highlighting Oregon’s innovation and technology development opportunities and showcasing pioneering products and services, is very exciting,” said Sean Lowery, Executive Director of InnoTech.  Lowery indicated also that John Tortorici, Executive Director of SAO, will Chair the InnoTech event and provide direct input and guidance to the educational content of the program. 

InnoTech offers a unique, local opportunity for business and technology leaders to be educated on current trends and to discover new, successful innovative practices to apply in their own business.  InnoTech’s focus on real world examples, case studies and panel discussions in tandem with hands on demonstrations in the exhibit hall provides many opportunities for participants to get involved.  InnoTech is attended by entrepreneurs, business owners, innovators, technologists, industry association leaders and local and state public sector leaders.  Last year’s event drew over 2000 business leaders from across Oregon and Washington. The 2006 Oregon InnoTech happens April 19-20, 2006 at the Oregon Convention Center, Portland, Oregon.

SAO Members only receive a 15% discount on exhibitor rates.  For more information and registration visit www.innotechoregon.com

Although the 2006 InnoTech Oregon event offers attendees an outstanding opportunity to access real, viable, practical solutions to their business needs, it boasts even more.  Take a look at a few of the following special events and focused tracks featured this year:

Keynote Speakers for 2006 Announced

InnoTech is pleased to announce Howard Charney, Senior Vice President, Cisco is selected as opening keynote presenter at InnoTech on April 19.  Mr. Charney is a member of Cisco's Office of the President and Executive Staff and reports directly to CEO John Chambers. Mr. Charney will present his perspective on the future direction of the technology industry. 

InnoTech is also excited to announce Tim Stanley, Sr. VP & CIO, Harrah's Entertainment is the guest speaker for The Business Journal Power Breakfast being held at InnoTech on April 20. Registration is now open for the Power Breakfast.

2006 Oregon CIO Summit

An exclusive IT Executives only event, the 3rd Annual 2006 Oregon CIO Summit provides fresh, innovative ideas that are feasible and functional in today's business environment.  This year's event theme will focus on regional preparedness for future successes and will draw the region’s top CIO’s for a day of peer-to-peer networking and education.  Jackie Barretta, CIO, CNF serves as this year's Chairperson for the CIO Summit. 

Open Source Forum
Open to all InnoTech Attendees, the Open Source forum will focus on successful implementations of open source and valuable business opportunities within this rapidly expanding industry.  How will open source change you company?

e-Marketing Summit
Now in its 3rd year at InnoTech, the eMarketing Summit is 2 full days dedicated to eMarketing and Internet strategy related presentations.  Register early for this exciting and interactive session as it fills quickly!

Innovation Awards
After its initial success last year, InnoTech welcomes back the Innovation awards which are presented to 4 local companies that personify creativity, innovation and/or a compelling product or service.  Nominations for the 2006 Innovation Awards are now being accepted.  Last year’s winners include: Corrigo, Inc., I-Op, Marqui and Spurfree Instruments.  Visit www.innotechoregon.com for details and the official nomination form.