Don't-miss events at IPC APEX Expo 2009

Join thousands of colleagues from more than 50 countries at this year's IPC APEX Expo, featuring the industry's premiere technical conference, standards development meetings, professional development courses, and an exhibition featuring more than 425 suppliers with the newest products and emerging technologies.

The exhibition floor opens at 10:00 am each day.

Don't-Miss Events

The Vendor Forum on the show floor
Global SMT & Packaging and Circuits Assembly co-host the Vendor Forum, to be held each day of APEX at their combined booths, #1383 & 2633. View the schedule.

Meet the People Who Move an Industry: International Reception
International attendees are invited to relax, have a bite to eat, and catch up with colleagues Monday, March 30th at 5:30pm.

FREE First-Timers Welcome Breakfast
First-timers and returning visitors are invited for a continental breakfast and an update on how to get involved and what this event has to offer. Tuesday, March 31st at 7:30 am.

Opening Keynote
Noted author, inventor, entrepreneur and futurist Ray Kurzweil speaks about “The Accelerating Future of Electronics and Information” at 8:30 am on March 31st. Combining wit and keen insight into contemporary issues of technology and its impact on society, Kurzweil’s presentation will offer engaging demonstrations of cutting-edge technologies. And if we’re lucky, perhaps Ramona, his “virtual female alter ego,” will honor us with her presence.

A Look Into The Future: Happy Hour Welcome Reception
Enjoy cosmic beverages, culinary creations and collegial camaraderie on Tuesday, March 31st at 5:00 pm.

Women in Electronics Breakfast Meeting
Share your ideas and experiences with your peers and build your industry network for your future career success over breakfast on April 1st at 7:30 am. There is no charge to attend this meeting. RSVP through the online registration process to reserve your place.

Global Business Outlook
Walt Custer and Sharon Starr team up on Wednesday, April 1st at 8:00 am to present the latest data and market trends for the electronics industry. Walt will cover electronics equipment and component markets, as well as business performance by the leading companies worldwide by industry sector. Sharon will bring IPC survey data to the discussion to identify the latest trends in demand and production for worldwide PCB, EMS and supplier industries, as well as forecasts.

First Ever OEM Summit
A rare and invaluable event, the OEM Summit will present a first-hand look into the technology roadmaps of key OEMs. Takes place Thursday, April 2, at 8:00 am.

Closing Keynote
On April 2nd at 2:30 pm, the Discovery Channel’s "Survivorman," Les Stroud, will close the out the event with a talk about the raw intelligence needed for survival in the wild. Combining his love for the outdoors and his skills as a filmmaker, Stroud has become the only producer in the history of television to produce an internationally broadcast series entirely written, videotaped and hosted alone.