"The International Silicone Conference is important to the industry; it provides a good opportunity for new technology to be presented." International Silicone Conference 2002 Delegate Survey The second annual International Silicone Conference once again provided a forum for the silicone industry to have an opportunity to meet new people and gain new ideas. Attendance increased by more than 30% at this year's event with 322 badges distributed. Delegates from 165 companies heard 19 key papers presented by world-renown silicone industry professionals. Technical paper abstracts can be viewed by going to the View 2002 Papers page on this site. A complete set of the technical papers may be purchased for $420. Contact Cindy Stevens for more information at (330) 836-9180, or e-mail cstevens@crain.com. The 2003 event is scheduled for early May. This is the time to mark the International Silicone Conference in Akron on your calendar as a "MUST DO" for that fast and important recharge of your professional "creativity and innovation battery."