Shawn DuBravac, CEA Economist and Tim Herbert, Senior Director of Market Research reviewed the findings from CEA’s 15^th Annual CE Holiday Purchase Pattern study.

Fourteen finalists unveiled their products before a live audience at the 2008 Consumer Electronics Association Industry Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada during the i-stage technology demonstrations.

The winner will receive $50,000 to further develop their product line, as well as a booth at the 2009 International CES.

Steve Koenig, Director of Industry Analysis for CEA discusses how content and information will look in the next decade and how it will enter the home.

Kevin Kelly, Senior Maverick at Wired magazine shares his thoughts on the future of technology.

Steve Koenig, Senior Manager of Industry Analysis at CEA and media spokesman Jim Barry share their thoughts and research on the Digital Imaging world.

Shawn DuBravac, CEA Economist discussed what services and features will define tomorrow’s on-the-go experience and how businesses can ready themselves for an evolving environment. 

This session entitled “The Battle for Attention” was presented by Tim Herbert, Senior Director of Market Research. 

Jeneanne Rae, Business Week columnist shares her expertise and theories on continuing to innovate in a slowing economy.

The panel, moderated by Maggie Reardon, senior writer for CNET news, will discuss the future of on-the-go entertainment. 

Leading manufactures and industry players discussed the Future of Energy Management.

The panel, moderated by Craig Stoltz, web strategy consultant and blogger at http://2ohreally.com discusses the future of social media and business best practices. 

The Hon. Shelley Berkley, member of the House of Representatives spoke about “The Final Stretch of the Race to the Oval Office”

This session entitled “Premium Technical Service: Key to Future Growth and High Performance in the Communication and Technology Markets” was presented by Tore Berg, Partner in Accenture’s CRM practice. It was part of the 2008 Consumer Electronics Association Industry Forum held Monday, October 20^th through Wednesday, October 22^nd in Las Vegas, Nevada. 

(sponsored by Accenture)

This panel session, “What’s the Next China” was presented as part of the 2008 Consumer Electronics Association Industry Forum held Monday, October 20^th through Wednesday, October 22^nd in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The panel, moderated by Marc Alt, President of Mark Alt and Partners in New York, will share best practices and success stories in greening their operations and products. 

Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association inducts the newest members into the CE hall of fame during the 2008 Industry Forum held Monday, October 20^th through Wednesday, October 22^nd in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Three leaders in the development of high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) technology—HDMI Licensing, Intel, and Quantum Data—will talk about what has been done and is being done to improve HDMI interoperability among consumer electronics products.. 

Joe Pine, Co-founder, Strategic Horizon, presents tools and techniques on how to make your business truly authentic. 

Stan Slap, Corporate Strategist and President of SLAP discusses branding and customer service. 

Daniel Abramson, President and Founder, StaffDynamics provides practical customer service tips and strategies.

Edgar Papke, Founder and CEO of Living Change shares key strategies necessary for clearly defining your business and market strategy, your company’s culture, and your personal leadership.