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WAEA 31st Annual Conference & Exhibition
The WAEA 31st Annual Conference & Exhibition is the only venue exclusive to IFEC marketers, researchers and decision-makers that offers top-notch education and the largest, most comprehensive display of IFE technology, products and services in the world. Last year, it drew nearly 1,400 airline and IFE vendor delegates from around the world
Attendees can expect: • The latest inflight technology, products and services on display
• Interactive workshops • Discussion forums • Over 100 content, equipment and service providers under one roof!
• Continuous networking opportunities with key customers and business partners
Education
The educational workshops consist of general sessions and break out sessions that will focus on marketing, media and technology and apply to the entire WAEA/APEX membership. The Education Committee (EC) is enthusiastic about involving the association’s knowledgeable and successful members.
Topics that will be addressed include: • Portable Devices: A proliferation of consumer-off-the-shelf (COTS) portable media players are now being offered in IFE. A panel representative of portables suppliers, content service providers and airlines will discuss the issues and trends.
• Social Media: Social marketing is becoming increasingly popular everyday. How can your company send your message to millions via social media? Find out here.
• Avion Awards – Best Achievements in IFE - Be an Award Winning Company! The Avion Awards honor those member companies who have been beyond successful in their field or project. These awards are judged by industry peers and the media. Learn what the judges are looking for so YOUR company can be a winner next.
• Is Selling Internet Access Alone a Sufficient Inflight Broadband Strategy?: An insightful panel of vendors and airlines led by a knowledgeable moderator will allow attendees
to more fully understand the costs and revenue potential of inflight Internet access sales.
• Trends in Advertising: An expert on emerging trends, David Ernst, VP of Advertising Sales – Research & Presentations at Discovery Communications, LLC, will explore the digital and social media trends that are being used inflight. He will also discuss how companies are budgeting for this new technology.
• Media Programming: A panel of airlines and content service providers will have a guided discussion on different views of traditional and new techniques for media scheduling.
• What’s your TC Done for you Lately?: The Technology Committee (TC) will give an update on the progress of standards and other initiatives such as the IFE FAQs and Digital Advertising Standards. Learn what the TC does and how you can become involved.
• Safety Video: It is required on every plane. How do you engage your passengers to pay attention? We examine the video segments from airlines that have productively produced their safety video.
*Educational sessions are subject to change.
Networking & Special Events Meet representatives from more than 50 airlines and nearly 200 IFEC related companies during informal industry mixers. WAEA networking opportunities are specifically designed to help you gather ideas and information, strategize with associates, and add valuable contacts to your portfolio. After a busy day in the exhibit hall, continue the conversations beyond your scheduled appointments at these special WAEA networking events: Welcome Reception - join your industry peers and colleagues at the Hyatt Regency Long Beach on Sunday 12 September at 18:00 for a night of socializing. Passenger Choice Awards Ceremony - Join
us Monday 13 September at 17:00 at the Long Beach Convention Center as WAEA honors the best-of-the-best in the airline industry with its newly expanded recognition program, the Passenger Choice Awards™
. In addition WAEA
will hand out the Avion Awards, and Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Contribution awards to deserving industry leaders.
The red-
carpet awards gala will include hosted cocktails and appetizers.
An Evening in Los Angeles - co-hosted with IFSA, "An Evening in Los Angeles" allows attendees to sample the foods and cultures of Hollywood, Chinatown, Sunset Strip and the Pacific Coast's beach cities, all while taking part in fun and exciting activities with their colleagues. Maximize your WAEA membership and conference opportunities by taking advantage of this special, one-of-a-kind experience on Wednesday 15 September at 18:30. From Sunday 12 September through Thursday 16 September, engage with your peers and clients during breakfast, lunch and dinner reception events designed specifically for you. Please note: The educational sessions and the conference events are for members ONLY, as well as paid registrants.
Exhibition The WAEA Exhibition is a one-stop shopping experience for airlines. It’s the global marketplace for IFEC products, content, programming, technology and services so you can spend more time conducting business over the three-day exhibition. Experience first-hand the latest industry roll-outs in content, equipment and service that will springboard your business. The WAEA 31st Annual Conference & Exhibition is for Members only. If you are not a WAEA member, check out the member benefits and consider membership before registering.
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