Networking the Future in North Carolina

MCNC, Extreme Networks, US Ignite, and the North Carolina Technology Association cordially invite you to Networking the Future in North Carolina on Thursday, Nov. 29, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at MCNC in Research Triangle Park, NC.  A reception will follow.  Please join us in celebrating the rich heritage and future of advanced networking initiatives in North Carolina and its national leadership impact.  You’ll hear from state and national thought leaders in industry, education, and government on the value of ultra-fast software-defined networks (SDNs) and job growth, improved educational attainment, better healthcare outcomes and greater economic prosperity for the citizens of North Carolina.

Featured speakers:

• Jeff Chase, Nationally-recognized faculty member in advanced network research, Duke University
• Brooks Raiford, President and CEO, North Carolina Technology Association
• Oscar Rodriguez, Extreme Networks CEO
• Tracy Futhey, Chief Information Officer, Duke University
• Susan Spradley, Executive Director, US Ignite
• City of Wilson, N.C.
• Ilia Baldine, Director of Network Research and Infrastructure Programs, RENCI
• Glenn Ricart, Co-founder, U.S. Ignite
• Henry Schaffer, Professor Emeritus of Genetics and Biomathematics, N.C. State University
• Joe Freddoso, President and CEO, MCNC

This is a one-time event and space is limited, please RSVP as soon as possible to ensure your spot.  Click here to Register Online.

This event is proudly supported by MCNC, Extreme Networks, US Ignite, and the North Carolina Technology Association.

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