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Japan's Information & Communications Technology Market: Your Business Opportunities Beyond the Border

Tuesday, September 25, 2007, 8:00AM - 11:00AM
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JETRO Event

Are you interested in expanding your business internationally?  This early morning briefing will highlight the latest trends in Japan's Information and Communications Technology market.  Noted Silicon Valley Business Advisor and Consultant, Makoto Abe, will discuss "What's Hot" in the Japanese ICT market including wireless, RFID, network security and cellular services.  Recognized CEOs of three Austin companies, D2Audio, Active Power and Image Trends, will also speak about their experiences of doing business in Japan and will share tips and advice on successfully entering the market and managing a business in Japan.

A networking opportunity is available from 8:00-8:30 a.m. during the registration period and a hosted continental breakfast will be served.  Admission is free but advance registration is required.  After the seminar, Mr. Abe will be available for pre-arranged, 30-minute, one-on-one meetings for those individuals requesting personal appointments.

Joining JETRO-Houston and the Austin Technology Council as cooperating organizations are the Office of the Texas Governor, Economic Development and Tourism Division; U.S. Department of Commerce, Austin U.S. Export Assistance Center; Greater Austin Chamber; IC2 Institute of the University of Texas at Austin; Austin Technology Incubator, a Component of the IC2 Institute; CIBER (Center of International Business Education and Research), UT Austin; STARTech Early Ventures; and the International Partnership of Greater Austin.

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Speakers:

Dan Sullivan, President and CEO
Image Trends, Inc.
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Alicia Ring, President
Austin Technology Council

Makoto Abe, Principal
Japan Business Solutions
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Brian Wong, CEO
D2Audio
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Jim Clishem, President and CEO
Active Power
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Hitoshi Hasegawa, Chief Executive Director
JETRO-Houston

Additional Information:

Seminar Invitation [DOC]

Location:

St. Edward's University Professional Education Center
Echelon III - Suite #100 - Room 103
9420 Research Boulevard
Austin, TX 78759
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Schedule:

Registration / Sign in:Tuesday, September 25, 2007 8:00AM
Event:8:00AM - 11:00AM
Networking Reception:8:00AM