DETROIT – Mobile Technology Association of Michigan Executive Director and CEO, Linda Daichendt and Mobile Comply CEO, Elaina Farnsworth will share the stage at a breakout session entitled “Michigan’s Mobile Industry – Driving Development” at the 2015 Michigan Broadband Conference on October 20th.

Every year, the Michigan Broadband Conference attracts nationally recognized broadband and technology experts to join local leaders and provide attendees with best practices and insights into leveraging technology for improved community and economic development, education, digital literacy, healthcare, and workforce development. Actionable information and case studies will be provided to empower participants to work with local stakeholders and broadband providers in their communities to expand technology access, adoption and use.

This year’s conference will feature the following keynote presentations:
Jay Elliot, technology executive and best-selling author of The Steve Jobs Way and Leading Apple with Steve Jobs, and Matthew DelNero, Chief of the Federal Communications Commission’s Wireline Competition Bureau.

In addition to the keynote speakers, Connect Michigan has planned twelve breakout sessions with diverse content relevant for attendees across sectors and across Michigan.

Panels include:
Innovative Solutions for Rural Connectivity
Ultra-High-Speed Connections in Michigan’s Small Towns
Cyber Security Across Your Community
Technology in Tourism
Broadband 101
Decreasing the Digital Divide Among Older Adults
Community-Driven Digital Literacy
Michigan’s Mobile Industry – Driving Development
Improving the Online Presence of Michigan’s Small Businesses
Expanded Educational Workforce Opportunities via Technology
Improving Rural health Through Technology
The 21st Century Library
MTAM is providing a 30 percent registration discount to attend the event. Those interested in utilizing the MTAM discount should contact MTAM at [email protected]. Details and registration information can be found at http://www.ConnectMI.org/broadband-summit.