"WiMAX World has once again proven that an in-depth and enlightening content driven program combined with active vendor participation are just some of the critical elements required to drive success for an event in today's uncertain economy," said Eliot Weinman, conference founder and co-chair, and president of Trendsmedia. "Feedback from the event has been extremely positive and we are proud that our WiMAX World global series continues to be one of the fastest growing technology tradeshows in the world."

This year WiMAX World 2008 featured 350+ exhibitors and sponsors.  It also hosted presentations by more than 175 speakers. Summits and workshops covered a wide range of topics all focusing on 3 key themes: WiMAX deployment; enabling technologies and demand generation for mobile broadband.

Weinman continued, "Last year we predicted that 2008 would be the breakout year for WiMAX technology and if the results of this year's show are anything to go by, it most certainly is."  The WiMAX World event series has grown more than tenfold since our inaugural event in 2004.

Sue Spradley, President, North America, Nokia Siemens Networks commented, "For Nokia Siemens Networks WiMAX World has provided an excellent platform for us to demonstrate our commitment to and progress in WiMAX.  WiMAX World also has served as a showcase for the entire WiMAX ecosystem to communicate its progress in the market and confirm that indeed WiMAX is here and now."

WiMAX World conferences are independently managed, non-biased events that attract operators, industry thought leaders, leading vendors, business and trade media as well as a large spectrum of WiMAX ecosystem participants.  Billed as a 'must attend' event on two continents, the WiMAX World series has grown consistently year over year, garnering the respect of the WiMAX industry; and is known for providing high caliber conference sessions, with speakers and content selected by industry advisors.

The 6th annual WIMAX World 2009 event will be held again at McCormick Place in Chicago from September 15 -17, 2009. To date, 70% of sponsors and exhibitors at this year's event have already re-signed contracts to participate again in the 2009 event.

About WiMAX World Global Event Series
Entering its 6th year, WiMAX World is the largest global event series focused on WiMAX and wireless broadband. It brings an unbiased viewpoint to the industry, and presents a balanced perspective on the promises and challenges of WiMAX in the context of the broader mobile broadband and mobile internet markets. To date, over 30,000 professionals have attended the WiMAX World Global Event Series.  Additional information is available at http://www.wimaxworld.com

About Trendsmedia
Trendsmedia is the events and publishing division of Yankee Group Research, Inc. Our mission is to help our clients stay ahead of the major technology trends that are likely to impact their businesses significantly. Trendsmedia provides their clients with independently researched and produced media products that target emerging technology markets in depth, including focused conferences, independently produced online media and in-depth newsletters. For more, see www.trendsmedia.com.

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