Penton’s IWCE Announces 2015 Opening Keynote Speakers

Penton's International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) has announced Roger Cressey, a counter-terrorism analyst for NBC News and former presidential advisor, will give the Opening Keynote Address for its 2015 show. Dr. Reginald Brothers, Under Secretary of Homeland Security for Science and Technology at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), will give the morning keynote address, which directly follows the opening keynote address.

Both keynote addresses will occur on Wednesday, March 18, and are free to all badged attendees. Registration for IWCE 2015, which will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, is currently open. Those wishing to attend IWCE 2015 can register by going to: www.iwceexpo.com/register .

In addition to being a counter-terrorism analyst for NBC News, Roger Cressey is currently a partner in the Arlington, Va.-based Liberty Group Ventures, LLC, a firm that specializes in cybersecurity, campus security, and sports security. Previously, Cressey was a presidential advisor for both the Clinton and the George W. Bush administrations. His opening keynote address will focus on privacy, technology, and cybersecurity.

As Under Secretary for Science and Technology at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Dr. Reginald Brothers is responsible for the management and oversight of the Science and Technology Directorate, the Department of Homeland Security’s main research and development division and technical core. Previously, Dr. Brothers was the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Research. Dr. Brothers will discuss the latest advancements and offerings from the Department of Homeland Security during the morning keynote address.

In addition to the keynote addresses, IWCE offers attendees other opportunities to learn and network for free. These opportunities include:

• Town Hall Meetings

• Party in the Park, a networking event

• General Session: Manufacturers/Carriers Roundtable: An Industry’s Perspective on Everything Wireless

…plus IWCE has an extensive conference program with over 100 workshops, training, short courses, and lunch and learns.

For more information about the keynote addresses and other IWCE events, go to www.iwceexpo.com/specialevents .

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About The International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE)

Since 1977, the International Wireless Communications Expo (IWCE) has been the authoritative annual event for communications technology professionals in the working world. IWCE features over 350 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and trends in the industry. Over 7,000 technology buyers attend from a diverse group of industry professionals including government/military; public safety (law enforcement, fire service, emergency medical & 911); utility; transportation and business enterprise. For more information, visit www.iwceexpo.com .

About Penton

Penton drives performance for more than sixteen million professionals each and every day who rely on the company to deliver: insights, information and workflow tools to inform critical business decisions; networking and community to engage them with industry peers and partners; and data and marketing services to advance their business performance & deliver ROI.

Penton is backed by its co-owners: MidOcean Partners and U.S. Equity Partners II, an investment fund sponsored by Wasserstein & Co., LP.

For additional information on the company and its businesses, visit www.penton.com .