Connect 2001 – Online Agenda

Ventura, CA – Clarion Hotel – June 21, 2001

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  7:30  Registration, Continental Breakfast

  8:00  Interactive Welcome Program

  9:00  Breakout Session #1

10:00  Breakout Session #2

11:00  Breakout Session #3

12:00  Breakout Session #4 & Lunch A

  1:00  Breakout Session #5 & Lunch B

  2:00  Breakout Session #6

  3:00  Breakout Session #7

  4:00  Mixer & Prize Drawing (> $20,000)

Exec

Executive Briefings
(overview)

D&S

Dollars & Sense
(ROI, TCO)

CB

Crystal Ball Briefings

(future issues)

Panel

Panel/Group

Discussions

Tech

Technical Briefings
(nuts & bolts)

TB

Teddy Bear Briefings
(for beginners)

 

 

 

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Over 100 Executive-level Technology Briefings

Title Sponsor

 

 

www.attws.com

 

www.atroad.com

Telecommunications

 

 

AT&T Wireless

751 Daily Drive #116

Camarillo, CA 93010

Tel: (805) 389-3800

Cellular Plan Comparisons (Exec 9,1)

How to tailor a cellular plan for you business, including a comparison of new and unmatched plans and choices for the mobile consumer!

Voice with Data -- the AT&T Story (Exec 10,12,2)

Wireless telecom industry overview covering: distribution of the mobile workforce applications, keys to enabling wireless solutions, case studies, enterprise solutions, and the future of wireless data.

M-Commerce with @Road (Exec 11,3)

How AT&T partners with @Road cellular location services to manage remote teams, dispatch drivers, manage fleets, and track stolen vehicles.

Exhibitor

 

PRIZES: Digital Cellular Phone ($150)

Title Sponsor

 

 

 

 

www.cardservice.com

Credit Card Processing

 

 

 

Cardservice

International

6101 Condor Dr

Moorpark, CA 93021

Tel: (800) 456-5989

Identity Theft – A National Crime (Exec 9,12,3)

 - The scope of the problem

 - Costs to the victim

·- Remedies and protection

Hackers, Crackers and Thieves (Exec 10,2)

 - Crimes without borders or faces

·- Technological terrorism

·- Fighting back against Cyber Crime

Cyber Crime Investigation & Prosecution (Exec 11,1)

How to protecting your bottom Line.  Taking the role as a leader; deterrence as loss prevention; working with law enforcement.

Exhibitor

Cardservice International is committed to providing sales integrity, product quality and the best customer service in the transaction processing industry. The company is a leader in providing real-time, secure credit card transactions to businesses in both the traditional and Internet marketplaces and offers cost-effective services tailored to their individual businesses.

PRIZES: Big Bertha Golf Driver

Title Sponsor

 

www.advantsys.com

 

 

 

IT Infrastructure

 

 

 

Advantsys

2623 De La Vina Street #B

Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Tel: (805) 682-8009

Why Convergence Is Storming The Market? (Exec 9,12,2)

Understanding the convergence of voice, video and data on your network, and the benefits to your bottom-line.

Connecting Remote-Offices Via the Web (Exec 10,1)

Case studies and demo of secure access to Windows, UNIX and Java-based applications from virtually any device, via any Internet connection - for companies large or small.

Maximize Bandwidth & Network Security (Exec 11,3)

Internet bandwidth essentials for businesses, large and small: How to easily identify and report sources of network congestion.

Exhibitor

Advantsys is an IT services company since 1986, Advantsys, Inc. specializes in network integration, MIS outsourcing, security system design and Internet connectivity supported by highly skilled technicians, cutting-edge technology and excellent customer service.  Advantsys utilizes products provided by industry leaders such as AT&T, Check Point, Cisco, Citrix, Compaq, Hewlett Packard, Microsoft and Nokia to develop the most efficient and reliable networking solutions for its clients' corporate environments.

PRIZES: Citrix Computer Attaché ($100)
Quicken Deluxe Software ($60)

Title Sponsor

 

www.officedepot.com

 

www.nextel.com

 

www.hp.com

Retail

 

 

 

Office Depot

5530 Reseda Blvd

Tarzana, CA 91356

Tel: (818) 708-7587

Connectivity via Handheld PCs (Lab 9,11,3)

Hewlett Packard unveils the wave of the future hand-held PCs.  Explore internet connectivity and handheld applications.

Nextel - 4 Devices in One (Lab 10, 2)

(1) cellular, (2) wireless internet, (3) text messaging, (4) two-way radio.  Why do traveling businesspeople, corporations, institutions, and students select Nextel?

Microsoft Business Web Services (Lab 12)

See what Office Depot and Microsoft are doing next.  Set up your business online with new Microsoft bCentral Business Web Services.  Five simple steps to the cutting edge.

Exhibitor

 

PRIZES: HP 932 Printer ($)

Title Sponsor

 

 

 

 

www.gateway.com

Computer Hardware

 

 

 

Gateway

1700 Ventura Blvd

Oxnard, CA 93030

Tel: (805) 485-8702

Planning Your Technology Infrastructure (Exec 10,1)

How to build a successful E-Commerce business.  This session will explore hardware, software and implementation strategies.

Connecting Your Business (Exec 9,12,3)

How to successfully plan & implement your business network.  Which architecture is best?  How to choose between Peer to Peer or Server solutions.

Boost Your Productivity with Training (DS 11,2)

An overview of training solutions.  Are your people as effective as they could be? Comparison of self-paced and classroom-based training.

PRIZES: (2) 6 Hour Training Certificates ($150ea)

Title Sponsor

 

 

 

www.zoomdot.com

 

Web Marketing

 

 

zoomdot

606 Westminster Ave

Venice, CA 90291

Tel: (310) 392-9934

Online Business: Survival Of The Fittest (TB 9,1)

Online business may be new, but it is still business. There are many unique challenges that companies face doing business online. Come find out how to be a survivor.

Dot-Bombs vs. What’s Working (Exec 10,2)

Just like stories about the “Midas touch” of the Internet seemed too good to be true, the recent stories about the demise of online business are also premature. We look at 2 competitors each in four different industries to see some real-world examples of how to do, or not to do, online business.

The Five Phases of Online Business Evolution (Exec 11,3)

We define the 5 phases of online business evolution so you can better understand where your company is today, and where you need to be going. Come find out how to go from no web site, to putting your whole company online.

PRIZES: (2) Books: “Don’t Make Me Think”

Title Sponsor

 

www.pacbiztimes.com

Business Magazine

Pacific Coast

Business Times

14 E Carillo St #A

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Tel: (805) 560-6950

Exhibitor

Pacific Coast Business Times is the Tri-Counties' number one source for local business news. Please stop by our table for a free copy of this week's edition.

 

PRIZES: (2) Six Month Subscriptions ($21.50ea)

Title Sponsor

 

 

www.iis.com

E-Commerce

 

 

Integrated Information Systems

1620 26th Street #2040 North

Santa Monica, CA 90404

Tel: (310) 909-0100

CRM For Small Business Executives (Exec 11,2)

There are multitudes of claims made for ROI on implementing Customer Relationship Management. What are the realistic statistics available to support such claims? Come and find out how CRM can effectively be used in small businesses  to provide value driven solutions to customers.

Microsoft® BizTalk Server 2000 (Exec 12,3)

This presentation will take a high-level look into the Biztalk Server to provide an overview of the framework and the technologies surrounding it.  Included in the discussion will be a demonstration of Biztalk Server 2000 while walking through a business case for a purchasing scenario betweens partners.

The Bottom Line on eLearning (Exec 10)

A discussion of cost benefits and quality advantages.  What are the business drivers behind eLearning?  What should organizations consider as they look to enable learning through technology?  How do you pick the right options for your company's needs?

Speech Technology Overview (CB 9,1)

What does Speech technology say about your business?  This crystal ball briefing also covers the business and financial implications of speech technology.

PRIZES: TBA

 

www.newhorizons.com

 

New Horizons

300 Esplanade #230

Oxnard, CA 93030

Tel: (805) 496-9690

Word XP – Hands On Lab (Lab-9)

Take a peak into the new and improved features of MS Word XP.

Excel XP – Hands On Lab (Lab 10)

New enhancements in Excel XP make working with this powerful spreadsheet program easier and enable you to work more efficiently.

Microsoft Project 2000 (Lab 11)

Have you thought about using Microsoft Project to help you plan and manage all those tasks? Take a look at how Microsoft Project can help you bring your projects in on time.

Microsoft MCSEs – the Next Generation (Lab 1)

What do they do  - how do they keep your network up and running? 

Come and participate in how to administer a Windows 2000 Network.

CIW - Evolution of a Certified Web Master (Lab 2)

Observe the transition of a basic web page in HTML to an e-business solution using Dreamweaver, FrontPage, PhotoShop and Flash. Find out how you can become a Certified Web Master!

PowerPoint XP – Hands On Lab (Lab-3)

The leader in Presentation software, PowerPoint XP offers new and exciting features to make your presentations more interesting and appealing.

Exhibitor

 

PRIZES: 6 Month Membership ($1399)
New Horizons Polo Shirt ($35)

www.evanscompanies.com

 

Evans Communications

4918 Taylor Court

Turlock, CA 95382

Tel: (800) 366-4788

Next Generation Business Communications (Exec 9,12,3)

A presentation addressing where the technology/market appears to be going regarding business communications.

IP Telephony (Exec 10,1)

A briefing on the various applications of IP Telephony for today’s business communications.

Wireless Communications in the Office (Exec 11,2)

Briefing on the productivity enhancement to your business, when cordless/wireless is introduced into the workplace.

Exhibitor

For nearly 20 years, Evans Communications has provided integrated communications solutions to improve customer service, control expenses, and increase employee productivity.  Our comprehensive selection of computer telephony, data, networks and business telephone system solutions range from small key systems with speed dialing and conference calling to digital PBX's that centralize all voice and data communications, interconnecting with personal computers, faxes, and other office automation systems.

PRIZES: Wine Basket ($40)
Folding Beach Chair ($35)

www.cabrillo.com

 

CabrilloEAST

610 Anacapa St

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Tel: (805) 730-1263

Introduction to Serious e-Business Software (Exec 9,12,3)

There are definite advantages to using an industrial-strength Web

development platform versus seemingly more affordable desktop software products or out-sourced turnkey solutions.  How do you choose? CabrilloEAST and IBM explain the issues of performance, flexibility, reliability, scalability and security.

Top-10 Ways to Successful e-Business (Exec 10,1)

Getting your business online and maximizing your ROI means thinking strategically, prioritizing opportunities and following some fundamental rules for implementation. CabrilloEAST offers some straightforward guidelines to increase your level of success.

Internet Marketing Essentials (Exec 11,2)

The growth of the Web has spawned some exciting new selling tools, but they don't change marketing fundamentals. From awareness advertising to direct response programs to e-Commerce merchandising, CabrilloEAST offers a matter-of-fact way of planning your e-Marketing efforts.

PRIZES: 2hr Santa Barbara Coastal Sail for Two ($300)

www.lanspeed.com

 

 

Lanspeed Systems

100 N Hope Ave #20

Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Tel: (805) 682-9981

Introduction to Firewalls (Exec 9,12,2)

Learn the basic functionalities of a firewall.  Learn how to select the appropriate firewall for your business.

Sonicwall Demonstration (Exec 10,1)

View a demonstration of how a Sonicwall can protect your company's network.

Virtual Private Network and Security (Exec 11,3)

Discover how VPNs can provide your growing business with a high level of security at a low cost.  VPNs can be the perfect solution for securing valuable information between remote offices and headquarters.

PRIZES: Logitech Cordless iTouch Keyboard ($60)

Sonicwall XPRS2 ($1,750)

 

 

 

www.creativeresourcegrp.com

www.imotionstudio.com

CRG / Imotion Studio

4678 Verduga Place

Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Tel: (805) 964-8821

The Added Value of Virtual Reality (Exec 10,12,2)

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how top companies are using 3-D imagery to create stand-out visual impact, while at the same time cutting production costs.

 

 

PRIZES: Videos: Titan AE, Hollow Man ($50)

Videos: Antz, Phantom Menace ($50)

www.mediatemple.com

Media Temple

655 N Central Ave 17th Floor

Glendale, CA 91203

Tel: (877) 578-4000

Need Your Website Redesigned? (Exec 9,12)

A short seminar for companies and/or individuals with existing web presence in search of ways to better their site(s).

Bringing It All Together (Panel 11,1,3)

Quality design, expert programming, superior hosting, and on-going maintenance; components important to online success.

Hosting/Linux Security (TB 10,2)

Media Temple hosting experts will discuss web server related security issues, and overall Internet security strategies.  Discussion will focus on securing and locking down RedHat Linux server technology for preparation and hosting in a volatile network environment.

PRIZES: 3mo Appliance Server Hosting ($1800)

(3) 3mo Shared Server Hosting ($297)

3 hours of 'rent-a-webmaster' ($525)

www.scandoc.com

ScanDoc

1000 Business Center Circle #200

Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

Tel: (805) 499-6043

Document Management Concepts (Exec 9,2)

Overview of document management concepts. Includes demo of Electronic Publishing/PDF.

Document Management 2001 (Exec 10,1,3)

The A to Z of document management.  Smart document, imaging, and information management solutions.  Best practices, real world applications.  Includes Accounts Payable Demo.

Practical Document Management (Exec 11)

Cost comparisons of paper versus document imaging solutions.  Data from Association for Information & Image Management.  Demo of Contracts & Leases.

PRIZES: (2) AT Cross Pen/Pencil Sets ($30ea)

www.ambertek.com

 

 

 

 

Ambertek

3533 Old Conejo Rd

Newbury Park, CA 91320

Tel: (800) 564-7768

Selecting the Right Forms Printer (Lab 9)

How to select the right impact printer technology for high volume or mission-critical forms printing.  Compare costs of laser printers, serial dot matrix, and line impact printer technologies.

Cost-Effective Laser Printer Solutions (Lab 10)

Hands-on lab comparing desktop laser printer features, including the Xpress model(s) from Tally (see prize drawing).  Unique end user support features will be described.

Medical Document Storage and Retrieval (Lab 11)

Electronic file archival and retrieval using the DVD-writing technology of the eCabinet.  Reduce costs, errors, and increase security.  Search the contents of a real eCabinet from one of the tables in the lab.

SprintJet Solutions Lab (Lab 1)

Explore cost-effective high speed printing technologies, featuring the Tally T3016, perfect for printing bar codes, graphics, or laser quality reports on continuous paper (including "greenbar").

Making Bar Coding Automation Work (Lab 2)

Explore bar coding applications that occur within an ERP/supply chain environment, stringent compliance standards, and how to ensure 100% bar code scannability.

eCabinet Solutions in the Legal Industry (Lab 3)

Learn how to reduce operating overhead and expedite case preparation by relying on paperless research and document storage. Search the contents of a real eCabinet via the web from one of the tables in the lab.

PRIZES: Tally T9412c 12ppm laser printer ($299)

Info: (805) 385-3539 doc# 740

CLAS E FAX

PO Box 5042

Oxnard, CA 93031

Tel: (805) 385-3530

Fax Technology Overview (TB 9,1)

Email is not always the best way to communicate.  Overview of Fax on demand, Fax broadcasting, and other fax advancements.

Fax-Commerce – B2B (Exec 10,2)

How to host a fax “web site” for EVERYONE, including the 30% of businesses not on the Internet.  How to maintain relationships with existing customers.

Fax Marketing 101 (Exec 11,3)

Fax marketers get four times greater response than bulk postal mail, twenty times more than bulk email, at a fraction of the cost.  Also announcing AdsByFax, up to 10 ads per fax sheet.

PRIZES: Broadcast to 500 people ($100)

6mo CLAS-E-FAX fax back 'web site' ($240)

www.goentre.com

www.polycom.com

www.adtrans.com

Entré Computer Services

663 Mulhardt Ave

Oxnard, CA 93030

Tel: (805) 981-9186

Revenue Opportunities in the Local Loop (Exec 9,11,1)

How to maximize your current bandwidth while converging voice, video and data across a single network.  How to implement internet access, telecommuting, corporate connectivity, distance learning and video conferencing.

Point To Point Communications Solutions (Exec 10,12,2)

Demo of Polycom’s audio, video and data conferencing tools for today's growing enterprises. See presentation tools that knock down the barriers of time and distance.

The Future of Connectivity Panel (Panel 3)

A panel of experts discusses how connectivity affects corporate profits, where the Virtual Business Model is headed, and where the bucks are.

PRIZES: TBA

www.binaryoffice.com

Binary Office

4368 N Civic Center Plaza #101

Scottsdale, AZ 85282

Tel: (480) 970-6900

The Paperless Office (Exec 10,2)

Learn about: automated forms processing software to eliminate manual data entry, automated FAX processing from PCs or host systems, and digital document storage and retrieval systems to replace paper file cabinets.

eForms (Exec 9,11,1,3)

Learn how to: replace paper forms with intelligent online electronic Forms (PDF, HTML), manage the eForm process (design, route, track, approve and digital signatures), and smoothly transition your company to eForms.

PRIZES: TBA

www.imagesrc.com

Image Source

4532 Telephone Rd

Ventura, CA 93003

Tel: (805) 676-1000

Forms and Transactions using Acrobat PDF (Exec 11)

A presentation covering forms development in corporations and the use of forms for eCommerce and completing transactions. Understanding markets and targeting sales at markets with purchasing superiority. Why PDF is a preferred format for executing forms for eCommerce. How PDF workflows can economize forms dissemination and electronic file distribution with cost effective results.

Exhibitor

 

PRIZES: (2) 16x20 Color digital photo prints

(2) 30x40 large digital color prints

(4) 10x15 Color digital photos with mounting and laminating

www.jensenav.com

Jensen Audio Visual

115 W De La Guerra St

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Tel: (805) 962-0110

The ABC of Audio Visual Equipment (Exec 10,2)

Demystify the world of Audio Visual Equipment.  An overview of current and future technologies.  How small can LCD projectors get?  Why are rental prices falling?  New pop-up screens and portable sound technologies.

Exhibitor

 

PRIZES: FX 2000 Presentation Remote ($125)

1 day LCD Projector Rental ($350)

http://home.earthlink.net/~wpphoto/

WP Photographic Services

1485 Callens Rd

Ventura, CA 93003

Tel: (805) 644-1066

Digital Imaging 101 (Exec 9,1)

A discussion of digital imaging concepts and technologies, including digital photography, scanning, color printing, large format printing, stock photo libraries, photo manipulation/enhancement and 3D animation.

Exhibitor

 

PRIZES: 40x60 Aerial Photo of Ventura ($650ea)

www.ants.com

Ants.com

133 E. De La Guerra #4

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Tel: (805) 879-1700

The Blind Leading the Blind (Exec 9,1)

Internet Marketing in a Cold, Unforgiving World.  An important refresher on the rules to live and die by when marketing on the web. Check the vital signs of all of the major Internet Marketing tools out there to see which ones mean more business for you, and which ones mean more good money after bad.

PRIZES: TBA

www.cutrade.com

U-Trade Investments

1560 Newbury Rd #1, PMB 224

Newbury Park, CA 91320

Tel: (805) 479-7616

Impressing Investors with Technology (Exec 11)

Learn what analysts and venture capital firms look for when evaluating a business. Audience participation is encouraged.

PRIZES: (2) One Year Club Memberships ($100ea)

www.connect2001.com

HorizonEvents.com

3432 Denmark Ave #500

Saint Paul, MN 55123

Tel: (612) 325-6585

Education Birds of a Feather (Panel 3)

Educators are among the largest group of attendees at the Connect event.  Join us for a round-table discussion of common technology issues and available solutions.

Ask the Experts Panel (Panel 3)

Local computer technology experts will convene a panel to answer any question about technology.  Moderated by John Daily of Daily Computer Services.

www.extension.ucsb.edu

UCSB Extension

6550 Hollister Ave

Goleta, CA 93117

Tel: (805) 893-4200

Exhibitor

As the continuing education division of UCSB, Extension offers certificate programs, courses, and seminars for personal and professional development on a year-round basis in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo counties.  These programs are designed for adult learners seeking quality education, professional training, and career advancement in today's competitive job markets.

PRIZES: Free Class Enrollment (up to $400)

www.netgt.com

NetGT

18 W Calle Laureles

Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Tel: (805) 569-6248

Exhibitor

NetGT ia a high-tech computer facility specializing in corporate training, group video conferencing, corporate team building and other custom computer/internet training capabilities, along with a great new entertainment venue for other after-hour corporate or individual events.

PRIZES: Tribes 2 - Team-based Simulation ($50)

(2) 10 Hours Evening/Weekend Time ($50ea)

www.sb-signs.com

Sign Express

3019 State Street

Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Tel: (805) 687-1555

Exhibitor

Sign Express is a full service sign and graphics producer, specializing in trade show, event and promotional signage. We design and produce vinyl and full color posters, banners, trade show headers and signs. We will display a variety of samples in our display, and offer free trade show display consultations.

PRIZES: Full Color 24" by 36" Banner ($130)

One Color Vinyl 34" by 72" Banner ($105)

www.bluecrossca.com

Blue Cross

5151A Camino Ruiz

Camarillo, CA 93012

Tel: (805) 384-07857

Exhibitor

 

 

PRIZES: (2) Gift Bags ($75ea)

www.ventura-chamber.org

Ventura Chamber
of Commerce

735 Seaward Ave

Ventura, CA 93001

Tel: (805) 648-3535

Exhibitor