The X-Factors of Tech Policy Today: Keeping Pace in the Broadband Race

Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies
Wednesday, June 26th
9:30 a.m.
www.internetinnovation.org/techxfactors

As consumers, businesses, and the economy increasingly depend on the technology sector, what are the x-factors in the policy space that will determine whether America keeps pace in the broadband race?

Opening remarks by
Ralph B. Everett, Esq.
President and CEO, Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies

Introducing featured speaker
Robert Yadon, Ph.D.
Director, Digital Policy Institute

Extrapolating from the findings of an Illinois case study, Yadon will discuss the nationwide implications of technology policy, the tech sector’s importance to the U.S. economy, and its reliance on broadband infrastructure.

Followed by a panel discussion including

The Honorable Rick Boucher
Former Congressman
Honorary Chairman, Internet Innovation Alliance

Maurita K. Coley, Esq.
Vice President and COO, Minority Media and Telecommunications Council

John B. Horrigan, Ph.D.
Vice President and Director, Media and Technology Institute, Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies

Louis Peraertz, Esq.
Legal Advisor, Wireless, International, and Public Safety, Office of Acting FCC Chairwoman Mignon C. Clyburn

Barry D. Umansky, J.D. (Moderator)
Senior Fellow, Digital Policy Institute

RSVP to info@internetinnovation.org

Continental breakfast will be served