Attendees at TELECOM '05 are immersing themselves in the new world of communications--a world in which telecoms play a key role delivering an array of communications services that will connect the nation. Here are highlights from TELECOM '05, which takes place Oct. 23-27 at the Venetian Hotel & Convention Center in Las Vegas. Sunday's pre-show activities covered a number of topics crucial to growth in the industry, while Monday's opening session featured CTOs from four premier telecom carriers. Tuesday's keynote speakers include executives from companies like SBC and Hearst-Argyle Television, FCC Commissioner Kevin Martin is slated to speak on Wednesday, and other Washington insiders will speak on Thursday.

And keep in mind that one of the biggest displays of what's next will take place at USTelecom's TelecomNEXT show in Las Vegas in March 2006.

Thursday, Oct. 27
USDA Chief Notes There's $2 Billion More To Lend for Broadband
Three top officials directing federal telecommunications policy and programs spoke exclusively to TELECOM '05 attendees today. Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns noted his department has invested $3.3 billion in loans and grants to promote broadband service in rural areas and is ready to lend $2 billion more. Assistant Commerce Secretary Michael Gallagher announced his department will create a select advisory committee in which experts from the private secretary will "help us see what's coming next, where technology is leading us, what resources are available, and what's needed to keep us ahead of the rest of the world." And Ambassador David Gross, U.S. Coordinator for International Communications and Information Policy, Department of State, reminded the attendees that their industry plays an important role in fostering freedom by enabling communications between people.

Wednesday, Oct. 26
FCC Chairman Speaks Out on Franchise Rules, Universal Service
FCC Chairman Kevin Martin told TELECOM '05 attendees today he is committed to assuring that franchising rules don't impede new entrants into the video market and that Americans in rural and remote areas continue to be able to get affordable telephone service. "New video entrants, regardless of the technology they employ, should be encouraged, not impeded," Martin said. He added that he expects the Commission next month to consider proposals regarding how local communities award franchises for providing video. Martin also spoke at length about the Universal Service Fund. Martin said he favors adjusting USF funding so it better reflects the current telecommunications marketplace. "It's critical that people who live in rural and high-cost areas continue to get affordable service," he said.

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Technology and Partnerships: What's NEXT?
Executives from five of North America's premier technology companies gave TELECOM '05 attendees today a collective vision of a network that seamlessly combines all current communications networks to provide breathtaking innovations in entertainment, services and connectivity. Speaking at the keynote session were: Phil Corman, director of the worldwide ecosystem for Microsoft TV; Pradeep Sindhu, vice chairman, CTO and founder, Juniper Networks; Karen Radford, President, Telus Partner Solutions; Kevin DeNuccio, President & CEO, Redback Networks; and Nick Adamo, SVP, Service Providers, Cisco Systems.

Nick Adamo
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Phil Corman presentation
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Kevin DeNuccio speech
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Karen Radford speech
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Pradeep Sindhu speech
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Top Execs Predict Leading Role for Telecoms in Future Communications
Top executives of pacesetting companies from all parts of the communications industry were unanimous during today’s keynote session in predicting telecoms will play a leading role in bringing consumers the next great advances in communications. An overflow crowd of TELECOM ’05 attendees heard from Jim Robbins, President & CEO, Cox Communications; David Barrett, President & CEO, Hearst-Argyle Television; Robert Clasen, President & CEO, Starz Entertainment; and Lea Ann Champion, SVP of IP Operations and Services, SBC Communications. Content providers also were represented on a panel discussion featuring Lindsay Gardner, EVP Sales at Fox Cable Networks; Dan Cohen, SVP & General Manager of Buena Vista Television; and Curtis Symonds, COO of the Washington Mystics WNBA team.

Lea Ann Champion conversation
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David Barrett speech
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Robert Clasen speech
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Jim Robbins speech
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Panel discussion
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Monday Recaps

Links to videos, if you want them:

Miller's opening comments

Telecoms' strategies for deploying IPTV

WiMAX

Timely Sessions Mark Opening Day of TELECOM '05
TELECOM '05 kicked off today with a clear focus on innovative technologies and new business opportunities in communications. The morning and early afternoon featured a number of educational sessions, including: the ATIS Technology Conference; the Legg Mason Financial Conference; the iHollywood Triple Play: Voice, Video and Data Conference; the Deloitte Mergers and Acquisitions Conference; the IP Video Track; the Wiley, Rein and Fielding Law and Regulation Conference; the ITERA Telecommunications Education Summit; and TMNG's Billing Conference.

Sunday RECAPS

Money ... Technology ... Success! Variety of pre-show seminars featured at TELECOM '05
Fresh thinking shone through the pre-show seminars on various facets of telecommunications industry. Attendees heard experts at sessions on topics such as "New Tech Platforms in DSL and Cable," "On Demand Success Stories," and a broadband seminar on "New Strategies for Driving Growth." Sunday afternoon sessions also featured the Legg Mason Investment Banking Forum and an education summit sponsored by the International Telecommunications Education Research Association.

Monday

Welcome:		A Preview of What's NEXT:
Gene R. South, Sr., CEO & GM Lakedale Communications		Walter B. McCormick, Jr., President & CEO, USTelecom

ATIS Presents:
The Global Vision and Promise of the Converged Next-Gen Network: What's NEXT
Global communications companies are rapidly reaching consensus on the myriad of technical and business issues surrounding wireless and wireline convergence and "next-gen" architecture. Learn "What's Next" for the Next-Gen Network - the path that will lead to deployment of tomorrow's networks and services, as defined by the industry's leading technology officers.

Moderator:

Susan M. Miller, President & CEO, ATIS

Roundtable:

Balan Nair, CTO, Qwest

Chris Rice, EVP, Network Planning & Engineering, CTO SBC

William L. Smith, CTO, BellSouth Telecommunications

Mark Wegleitner, SVP Technology & CTO, Verizon

Tuesday

Welcome

Walter B. McCormick, Jr., President & CEO, USTelecom

Keynotes:

Edward E. Whitacre, Jr., Chairman & CEO, SBC

Jim Robbins, President & CEO, Cox Communications

David J. Barrett, President & CEO Hearst-Argyle Television

Michael J. Sabia, President & CEO, Bell Canada Enterprises

Content Roundtable:
Keynote/Moderator

Robert B. Clasen, President & CEO, Starz Entertainment

Dan Cohen SVP & GM Pay Television, Buena Vista Television.

Lindsay Gardner EVP Affiliate Sales and Marketing, Fox Cable Networks

Curtis Symonds COO, Washington Mystics (WNBA) and former EVP Sales & Marketing, Black Entertainment Television

Wednesday

TELECOM '05 Keynote Session:
Technology and Partnerships: What's NEXT?
As carriers increasingly see their future on a screen, suppliers and service providers are developing innovative solutions to help their partners execute bold business plans on next-gen networks. Come see "What's NEXT" at the leading-edge of IPTV innovation.

IPTV Demonstration:

Phil Corman, Director, Microsoft TV Partner Business Development

Derek Kuhn Sr. Director Marketing & Business Development, Alcatel

Keynotes:

Pradeep Sindhu Vice Chairman, CTO and Founder Juniper Networks

Karen Radford, EVP and President, TELUS Partner Solutions

Nick Adamo SVP U.S. Service Providers, Cisco

Kevin DeNuccio, President & CEO, Redback Networks

Wednesday

TELECOM '05 Keynote Lunch

Honored Guest: FCC Chairman Kevin Martin

Thursday

8:00 am to 9:30 am Room: Venetian Ballroom I & J
Washington Insiders' Keynote Breakfast

Keynote:

Mike Johanns, Secretary of Agriculture

Roundtable:

Walter B. McCormick, Jr., President & CEO, USTelecom

Michael D. Gallagher, Assistant Secretary, Department of Commerce, NTIA

Ambassador David A. Gross, U.S. Coordinator for International Communications and Information Policy U.S. Dept of State

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Exhibit Updates

Exhibit Hall Hours:

Monday, October 24	Preview Party: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (Sponsorship of the Preview Party is available)
Tuesday, October 25	10:30 AM to 6:00 PM Exclusive exhibit hall hours: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Wednesday, October 26	10:30 AM to 6:00 PM Exclusive exhibit hall hour: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

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About TELECOM '05

TELECOM '05 is the Event Where All Communication Service Providers Meet.

• A telephone company is a carrier. Sometimes a traditional telephone company is called a "common carrier," meaning that the facilities are available for hire by nearly anyone to use for distributing content or moving their own content and information from one location to another.

• A cable company is a carrier. Cable companies carry video content, Internet access, traditional voice telephony and new VoIP services.

• Wireless companies of all sorts are carriers. Wireless companies carry two-way voice and Internet access and very localized content on local area and wide area wireless networks.

• Satellite providers are carriers. They distribute content in a one-way broadcast to set top boxes connected to devices in the home. The return path to the satellite operator is usually a wireline carrier.

• A carrier can also be a network provider, a network operator, or a service provider.

TELECOM '05 is for every company involved with developing and distributing content.

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