Verizon Business and Nokia will introduce the latest digital transformation innovations for corporate and public sector leaders and small business owners on May 1
NEW YORK, April 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Verizon Business teams up with Nokia to power business innovation and showcase the latest technology to drive business growth in the first Innovation Session of 2024 I'm heading to Chicago for this. This event is by invitation only. will follow a curated program highlighting the transformative impact of 5G and other applications through immersive demonstrations of current and forward-looking use cases.
Jonathan Nikols, senior vice president, Global Enterprise Americas, Verizon Business. “The upcoming innovation sessions in Chicago will serve as a platform to explore the transformative potential of next-generation technologies and demonstrate how our solutions can drive innovation across a variety of industries. You will have the opportunity to experience our latest technology first-hand and experience the power of connectivity to redefine your experience.”
Verizon Business is transforming the Innovation Sessions that have brought together business leaders from across the country for the past two years at the iconic Soldier Field to reflect the company's commitment to fostering innovation across a variety of technologies beyond 5G. Masu. These sessions will continue to serve as a hub for industry and public sector leaders, entrepreneurs, and small business owners to explore innovative solutions.
Guest speakers include Derek Mayer, Deputy Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Secret Service Chicago Field Office; Christopher Amon, Special Agent in Charge of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, Chicago Field Division. Justin Stahl, Vice President of Information Technology and Director of Information Security, Chicago Bears. Duane DeVries, Chief of the Chicago Police Department's Counterterrorism Bureau. Julie Giese, President, NASCAR Chicago Street Course, Scott Lawrence, Chief Product Officer, Verizon Business. Jonathan Nichols, Senior Vice President, Global Enterprise Americas, Verizon Business. Maggie Halbach, President of Verizon Frontline. Danny Johnson, Director of Product Marketing, Verizon Business. David De Lancellotti, Senior Vice President, Global Sales, Private Wireless, Nokia; Jason Elliott, Head of Strategic Marketing, Nokia;
On-site demonstrations include real-time communications, 5G connected devices, ThingSpace Sense, 5G warehouse automation, Verizon Business Assistant, and more.
“We are excited to collaborate with Verizon Business on this year's Innovation Session at Soldier Field,” said David De Lancelotti, vice president of Nokia's Enterprise Campus Edge Business. is a company with a variety of Industry 4.0 use cases. Our partnership with Verizon Business emphasizes our shared commitment to driving innovation and unlocking the full potential of connected solutions. Together, we will explore the power of advanced networks such as 5G and show how these innovations are contributing to the digitalization of various industries and transforming the way we live, work and connect. This collaboration is an important milestone in our partnership, and we are excited to demonstrate the tangible impact of our joint efforts at this iconic venue.”
The event will be held on May 1st at Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus Drive, Chicago, IL 60605, and will feature Verizon Business Chief Product Officer Scott Lawrence and Global Enterprise Sales Senior Prominent executives will be in attendance, including Vice President Jonathan Nichols. Verizon Business, USA.
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Verizon's commitment to Chicago
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About the innovation session
Verizon Innovation Session 2024 begins Chicago Events are scheduled for New York City in June, Washington, D.C. in September, and a final event in Los Angeles in December. The event covers a variety of topics including managed venues, fixed wireless access, private 5G, and mobile edge computing.
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