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QuickPlay Media to Deliver Two Mobile TV Sessions at 2009 International CES
Wayne Purboo, President, CEO and Co-Founder to Address Mobile TV Opportunities and
Samir Ahuja, VP, Engineering and Product Solutions to Discuss Mobile Commerce and Content
Toronto, ON — 06 Jan 09
QuickPlay Media, the premier provider of mobile TV and video solutions, today announced that Wayne Purboo, president, CEO and co-founder, will address business opportunities within the mobile TV market at 2009 International CES on January 8, 2009. In addition, Samir Ahuja, QuickPlay’s VP, engineering and product solutions will present a session on mobile commerce and content at Digital Hollywood @ CES on January 8, 2009.
During his session Purboo, along with other industry leaders, will discuss the current state of the mobile TV market, including revenue prospects for mobile operators and media companies. Also, at Digital Hollywood @ CES, Ahuja will focus on mobile content and commerce, covering key topics such as the mobile Web, off-deck content, mobile search and mobile advertising opportunities. Both speakers will discuss actionable strategies and tactics for growing and monetizing mobile TV and video services based on their experiences with many of North America’s leading mobile service providers and media companies.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
2009 International CES
Who: |
Wayne Purboo, president, CEO and co-founder, QuickPlay Media, alongside executives from NPD Group, Verizon Communications, LiMo Foundation, NBC Universal Digital Division and MediaFLO USA. |
What: |
Mobile TV Primer: Separating the Wheat from the Chaff – Mobile TV is all the buzz, but it means different things to different industries and different consumers. Hear options for cell phone operators, broadcasters and programmers. Will new models allow any device on any network? Will long-established practices reign? Learn about the options, acronyms, who is behind what technology and upcoming standards for mobile/handheld devices. |
When: |
January 8, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. |
Where: |
2009 International CES, Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall, Las Vegas, Nevada |
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Digital Hollywood @ CES
Who: |
Samir Ahuja, VP, engineering and product solutions, QuickPlay Media, alongside executives from Cisco Media Solutions Group, ACCESS Systems America, Ansible, mBlox, dotMobi, Fox Mobile Group, mywaves, VoloMedia |
What: |
Mobile Commerce and Content - The Mobile Web, Off-Deck Content, Mobile Search and Advertising Options – For billions worldwide, mobile is their primary communications tool. This has opened the door for new services, new delivery partnerships and new revenue sources in markets with untapped commercial potential. This session explores how these new technology- content- and revenue-based relationships are evolving and expanding. |
When: |
January 8, 2009, at 3:00 p.m. |
Where: |
2009 International CES, Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall, |
About Wayne Purboo
As president, CEO and co-founder of QuickPlay Media, Purboo drives the development, management and execution of QuickPlay's innovative strategy. His experience working with many of the world's most successful telecommunications companies is dynamically impacting worldwide sales, which is also within his purview.
Prior to founding QuickPlay, Purboo was CTO for Solect Technology Group. He also serves on the advisory board of Virgin Unite, an organization which is developing new approaches to social and environmental issues, and is active on the boards of Mashup Arts; the Consortium of New Media, Creative and Entertainment R&D; and the Urban Alliance on Race Relations. Purboo has been recognized as a Sick Kids Leader by Sick Children's Hospital and as one of "Canada's Top 40 under 40" by the Caldwell Partners.
About Samir Ahuja
Ahuja is a seasoned entrepreneur, leader and technologist, as well as a vital member of QuickPlay’s executive team. As vice-president of engineering and product solutions, Ahuja drives Research & Development including: Product & Solution Management, Content Operations, Systems Engineering, and the Network Operations Center (NOC).
Prior to joining QuickPlay, Ahuja was the co-founder, CTO and COO for Optura, a successful software company where he gained extensive experience developing and executing mission critical programs. In 2005 Ahuja joined Open Text through its acquisition of Optura, where he served as general manager of the Optura division.
About QuickPlay Media
QuickPlay Media is the premier provider of mobile video solutions for companies offering video and TV services over broadband wireless networks. The company’s proven solutions offer the fastest and most flexible way to manage, distribute and monetize mobile TV and video for mobile operators and media companies worldwide. QuickPlay Media Inc. is headquartered in Toronto, with sales offices in San Francisco and London. For more information, please visit www.quickplay.com.
For more information, please contact:
QuickPlay Media Inc.
Doug Fraim
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(617) 758-4176
quickplay@famapr.com