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The conference program was excellent AT&T, on WBA

The ability to learn so much about the WiFi ecosystem… where it’s going… it has been an invaluable experience WiFast, on WBA

Overall I found the event extremely interesting and useful and hope to participate in more WBA events soon GoGo Inflight, on WBA

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Great content and awesome speaker list Digicert, on WBA

“Analysts predict $150 billion in service revenues from NGH Wi-Fi by 2018 and more than 30% of mobile traffic over Wi-Fi networks run by operators.

The WBA Wi-Fi Global Congress in San Francisco this October will attract 800+ delegates ready to invest in the latest software and hardware solutions.

Exhibitors benefit from an increased profile and ability to demonstrate products directly to qualified buyers. We also offer sponsorship opportunities to help define your position within the Wi-Fi industry and develop the relationships to accelerate your sales pipelines.

Our sponsorship packages are tailored to your needs, so contact us to discuss your requirements and how you wish to interact with this senior audience. We will work with you to make sure the package we deliver meets your individual business aims.

To find how we can help your business gain real results and huge returns on your investments please contact:

Ton Brand, Senior Director Marketing and Industry Development

Email: ton@wballiance.com contactus@wballiance.com

Sponsor & exhibitor opportunities

Reasons to sponsor or exhibit■■ Networking & visibility

■■ Business development

■■ Updates & insights

The Wi-Fi Global Congress is WBA’s flagship and the world’s leading global carrier Wi-Fi event, and it returns to San Francisco from 6-10 October, 2014.

Attracting over 800+ visitors from around the world, it is the perfect opportunity to meet with the Wi-Fi ecosystem, including mobile, fixed, cable and Wi-Fi operators who are looking to exploit the growth of Carrier Wi-Fi.

What’s next for Wi-Fi technology?

Get involved if you are interested in:■■ How Wi-Fi is being a disruptor in the telco ecosystem

■■ The upcoming Wi-Fi innovators and challengers

■■ The economic impact of Wi-Fi

■■ The next and future developments in Wi-Fi technology

■■ The social value of Wi-Fi

Key conference topics include:■■ Wi-Fi in the Connected Society

■■ Carrier Wi-Fi – successful monetization strategies

■■ Building the future of Wi-Fi technology

■■ Emerging opportunities from Next Generation Hotspot (NGH)

WGC San Francisco promises to be a memorable networking opportunity, encompassing:■■ 2-day conference

■■ Trade show

■■ Annual industry awards dinner

■■ WBA working sessions

■■ Executive meetings

For more information, visit www.wifiglobalcongress.com Register now at www.wifiglobalcongress.com

Register now at www.wifiglobalcongress.comFor more information, visit www.wifiglobalcongress.com

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monetization innovators

challenges

Morning Afternoon Evening

Monday 6 October WBA Member Working Sessions

Tuesday 7 October

WBA Member Working Sessions

WBA Board Meeting

Wednesday 8 October

WBA Board Election

WBA Executive Forum

[Invitation only]

Exclusive press and media gathering

[Invitation only] WBA Member Working Sessions

Thursday 9 October

Conference Program

Gala Dinner/ Industry Awards

Trade Show

VIP Networking

NGH Experience

Friday 10 October

Conference Program

Trade Show

VIP Networking

NGH Experience

WBA Wi-Fi Industry Awards 2013 – Winners

Palace Hotel, San Francisco

Register now■■ Registration includes access to WBA Wi-Fi Industry Awards and Networking Dinner

■■ Additional 20% discount for non-WBA member operators and ISP’s – see website for details www.wballiance.com/wi-fi-global-congress/sfo-register-now/

■■ WBA members: if you are a WBA member please liaise with the primary contact of your respective company to coordinate the free pass allocation as part of your WBA membership. Please contact wilsontan@wballiance.com if you need assistance

The WBA Wi-Fi Industry Awards recognize and celebrate the culture of achievement across the Wi-Fi industry. Our categories focus on the innovation made in services, devices and technologies which have collectively enabled the remarkable progress of the Carrier Wi-Fi ecosystem that we see today.

Some of the best innovations are a result of the cooperation between operators and vendors; relationships that are helping push the boundaries and drive the industry ever forwards. The WBA is proud to be able to reward and recognize these achievements, and to foster the networking environment that supports this progress.

1. Best Next Generation Hotspot (NGH) Initiative

2. Best Wi-Fi Service Innovation

3. Best Wi-Fi Technology Innovation

4. Most Innovative Hotspot Venue

5. Best Next Generation Wi-Fi Device/Application

6. Best New Venture

7. WBA Chairman Award – Operator

8. WBA Chairman Award – Technology Partner

Entry closed: 15 August, 2014

Shortlists announced: 17 September, 2014

Winners announced: At the WBA Wi-Fi Networking Dinner [part of Wi-Fi Global Congress] Palace Hotel, San Francisco, 9 October

Find out more at: www.wballiance.com/awards

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NGH Live Experience

Operators

Join us at WGC for our 4th and largest Live NGH Experience exposing the Wi-Fi industry to the commercial readiness of Next Generation Hotspots.

Find out more at the NGH Experience booth in the Gold Ballroom

WBA, Wi-Fi Alliance and partners demonstrate roaming with seamless and secure access.

20+ carriers showcase NGH Developments, including devices with Passpoint R2 capabilities.

Access the captive portal of the network at the Palace Hotel:

wba2014.odyssys.net

SSID: WBA_NGH_Passpoint

Use the network at the Palace Hotel and around the city

wireless

Scale ~ 1 (PCCW) : 1.1 (HKT)

Spot Color: Pantone 287C

Printed Colour : C100, M72, Y0, K18

Web Colour: R3, G79, B145

Palace Hotel

Market Street [from the Castro neighborhood to the Embarcadero]

Fisherman’s Wharf [Jefferson St., Taylor St., Mason St., Jones St., Beach St., Columbus Ave]

Union Square

Civic Center Plaza

9- 10 OCT

CITY & COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

CITY & COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

CITY & COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

Partner

The WBA has collaborated with Ruckus Wireless and Global Reach who will host the live NGH network in the Palace Hotel and the Market Street area in the City, with Accuris Networks and BSG Wireless acting as the main hub providers.

For the first time ever, the network will also include two outdoor locations in the city of San Francisco where users can experience the live roaming at popular tourist locations – a partnership with the City and Towerstream.

Devices

Smartphones Mediatek Smartphone | Qualcomm Smartphone | Broadcom Smartphone | Apple iPhone | Samsung Galaxy S and Note

Tablets/Laptops Intel Laptop | Apple iPad | Marvell Plug Computer