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REASONS TO ATTEND THE IWCS CABLE & CONNECTIVITY INDUSTRY FORUM BY REBECCA DIPPEL
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t’s simple— IWCS provides an opportunity for international representatives from the communications, data, electronics, power, industrial, automotive, aerospace, and similar industries to gather in person for valuable networking, learning, and career and business growth. The 72nd annual IWCS Cable & Connectivity Industry Forum takes place September 17–20, 2023 in Orlando, Florida, USA. This premier event features the traditional elements of the IWCS Forum, including a Technical Symposium featuring previously unpublished Technical Papers, Executive Session, Plenary Luncheon with influential Keynote Speaker, Supplier Exhibition™, and Professional Development Courses. New enhancements include a “Havana Nights” themed welcome reception and expert panel
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discussions on topics related to emerging technologies and industry sustainability. Continuing momentum from last year’s successful event in Providence, USA, which was the first in-person IWCS Forum held since 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the IWCS Symposium Committee has crafted a robust program for the 2023 Cable & Connectivity Industry Forum. “The energetic networking and exchange of information displayed at last year’s Forum was refreshing,” shares IWCS Director/CEO David Kiddoo. He continues, “We look forward to picking up where we left off !” The event schedule, which can be previewed at iwcs.org/program, kicks off with optical fiber, copper cable, materials, and extrusion focused Professional Development Courses on Sun-