Terry DeLapa, ACS Rubber Division, delivers her keynote presentation at the 2022 International Exhibition and Conference.
There's more to the International Tire Exhibition & Conference than meets the eye.
Because we've changed it.
It's bigger and better and more affordable than ever before.
Here are five things you need to know about this year's event, set for May 14-16 at the John S. Knight Center in Akron.
We haven't lost sight of what makes ITEC … ITEC.
Those technical sessions and presentations from industry experts and leading companies still are at the heart of the program. Among the technical speakers are:
This year, though, we've built a stronger conference around the technical sessions.
We're taking broader views of the industry, adding more general sessions to help examine some of the emerging trends impacting the industry every day.
We have more keynote presentations, and we've added panels and one-on-one conversations between industry leaders and Rubber News journalists.
Throughout these general session programs, you'll hear about sustainability and technology from leaders at Michelin, Bridgestone, Pirelli, BKT, Yokohama, Titan International, Ford and even Tesla.
And we aren't afraid to take on big topics, either. We'll dive into 6ppd with industry experts who are studying the issue.
In addition to the stellar programming, we're giving you the chance to chat with professionals and experts during two networking opportunities—both of which are included with your all-access admission.
Our Rubber News team invites you to join us for an opening day networking reception following the close of programming on May 14.
And on May 15, we invite you to grab a beer and some appetizers with us during the Brews and Bites networking reception. During this time, you can continue to network with attendees or visit with exhibitors to learn more about the technologies and solutions they're bringing to the industry.
Women in the tire sector are having impacts on their companies and the industry with their ambition, ideas and contributions. But they also face unique challenges.
That's why we're bringing back our Women's Power Breakfast. It's a chance for us to celebrate the women who inspire us and create a safe place for conversations about those unique issues women face.
Jamie McNutt, an industry consultant who built her career at Bridgestone, will serve as keynote speaker for the breakfast. Immediately following her presentation, a panel of industry leaders will take the spotlight to bring the conversation full circle. Panelists are:
The breakfast is the only program that requires an additional ticket. It can be purchased for $59 at the ITEC event website along with your all-access registration.
Speaking of inspiring industry leaders, we're honoring them again this year, presenting our prestigious Harold Herzlich Distinguished Technology Achievement Medal to Brendan Rodgers.
Rodgers, who now owns a consultancy firm, has a career that includes time at Goodyear and ExxonMobil. He was chosen as the recipient of the medal by an independent committee, which cited his more than 30 patents in the tire and rubber track application sector as a reason for doing so.
During ITEC, we'll present Rodgers with the award during a ceremony on May 15. He'll also serve as one of the panelists who help to break down the 6ppd conundrum, and he is presenting a paper as part of the technical program.
The Herzlich Medal recognizes individuals who have left a lasting and positive impact on tire design, development and manufacturing. It is named in honor of Harold Herzlich, the longtime former technical editor of Rubber News and original conference chair of ITEC.
This year, we've streamlined ITEC pricing. One low price allows all-access registration. And spoiler: The program pricing is lower than it's ever been.
That said, the pricing structure increases as we get closer to the event, so it's beneficial to register early.
And, there's better news.
Through May 13, all-access ITEC registration is just $149 per person—hundreds cheaper than 2022.
That registration includes access to each technical session and keynote presentation, every Q&A with industry leaders and all the panel discussions. It also includes lunches and networking receptions, and the chance to meet with the exhibitors on the expo floor.
Visit rubbernews.com/itec-tireshow for more information.
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