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Conference Planning Guide
LIVE DATES: 22-26 August
ON-DEMAND: 24 August-26 September
Evolve Your Professional Mindset
with This Year’s Keynote Speakers!
Tom Smith
ENV SP, CAE, F.ASCE Todd W. Taylor
Americal Society of RCDD, NTS, OSP
BICSI President
Civil Engineers
Lieutenant General
Ronald L. Bailey
USMC (Ret.)
Vice President of Industry
Development, NECA
Conference YOUR Way:
Face-to-Face or Virtually!
BICSI is hosting its 2021 Fall Conference & Exhibition as a hybrid event, meaning
attendees can get the very best information and communications technology
(ICT) education and innovation that the profession has to offer either in person
or virtually. From 22-26 August, you decide how to conference. Get the full Las
Vegas experience at The Venetian/Sands Expo as an in-person attendee or
virtually from the comfort of your home or office. Either way, enjoy a fully immer-
sive learning environment featuring groundbreaking presentations, the latest
industry and product innovations, networking opportunities, and much more.
The conference agenda offers educational presentations on a variety of important topics
being discussed by ICT professionals in the Connected World. Some of these include:
5G Internet of Things (IoT)
Data Centers Audiovisual (AV)
Power over Wireless and Distributed Antenna
Ethernet (PoE) Systems (DAS)
Optical Fiber and Passive Optical
Smart Cities Networks (PON)
No matter your focus in the industry, the schedule has multiple presentations to suit your
interests. After the past several months, challenges have been met with opportunities to learn
and grow. At BICSI, we have realized that learning does not have to be either face-to-face
or virtual – it can be both, tailored to what best fits individuals.
In-person attendees will enjoy the best Las Vegas has to offer, including elite luxury and
all-in-one convenience. The Venetian Resort is connected to the Sands Expo, two world-class
destinations for career opportunities, relaxation, and fun. Online attendees may join from
anywhere in the world. There is no software to download—you will just need internet access
and your preferred web browser. No matter where you are, you can completely immerse
yourself in ICT knowledge-building and technological advancements while networking with
colleagues from the other side of the globe.
BICSI cannot wait to welcome you to the 2021 Fall Conference & Exhibition!
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Registration Improves Your Career
Odds in Las Vegas – or Anywhere!
Pre-Conference Masterclasses
Available Sunday and Monday to in-person attendees only, these exclusive learning
opportunities are a great way to take a deeper look at some of today’s hottest ICT trends
and topics. Masterclasses are available for an additional fee when you register for the
conference. See all Pre-Conference Masterclasses available on pages 9-10.
General and Concurrent Sessions
Insightful presentations with real-world application are scheduled Tuesday-Thursday, with
the opportunity to personalize your conference experience based on your individual interests
and career needs. Presentations are delivered by respected subject matter experts and
cover multiple facets of ICT. See all General and Concurrent Sessions on pages 10-13.
Exhibit Hall
The latest ICT technologies, solutions, and services await you in the Exhibit Hall. Exhibitors
from all backgrounds and verticals of the industry, including cable and access control
manufacturers, test and structured cabling equipment suppliers, data center design
and maintenance specialists, and many more will be available to speak with you about
how to integrate their solutions to elevate your company’s portfolio. In-person attendees
can network with innovators and grab any info as you deem fit. Virtual attendees can use
the Virtual Swag Bag in the attendee profile, ensuring downloads and product specs.
These are valuable industry connections that will benefit your career. In-person attendees
will receive the same digital access. Visit bicsi.org/fall/exhibitors for a complete list of
exhibiting companies.
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Keynotes
Opening Keynotes
“FUTURE WORLD VISION: Infrastructure Reimagined”
Tuesday • 8:45-9:45 a.m.
Never before has the future looked so exciting. From autonomous vehicles to intelligent buildings, the built
environment is reshaping before our eyes. Exciting as it is, these changes breed challenges, and we cannot
address tomorrow’s challenges with yesterday’s infrastructure. The future requires a new way of doing things.
A new approach. A new vision. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has launched a bold,
comprehensive project to anticipate, reimagine, and prepare for future changes – FUTURE WORLD VISION.
In this keynote, Tom Smith, Executive Director for ASCE, will sit down with BICSI’s President, Todd Taylor to:
1. Identify the obstacles ahead, including global challenges like climate change and other concerns
identified in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, as well as U.S. infrastructure limitations
highlighted in ASCE’s report card and failure to act studies,
2. Give a related update on the current state of affairs on Capitol Hill, and
3. Explore solutions, with a focus on ICT’s role in ASCE’s Future World Vision initiative.
Tom Smith
Opening Keynote ENV SP, CAE, F.ASCE
ASCE - Reston, Virginia, USA
A dedicated member of the American Society of Civil Engineers for more
than 25 years and a civil engineer by training, Tom Smith served as the
association’s deputy executive director and general counsel before
becoming the executive director in January 2015.
Established in 1852, ASCE is the oldest national professional engineering
society. With a membership of more than 150,000 and an annual
operating budget of over $65 million, the Society is dedicated to
advancing the art, science, and profession of engineering for the
betterment of humanity.
Tom is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Society.
He provides executive leadership to a staff of nearly 250 and an active
volunteer workforce of over 7,500, facilitating ASCE’s tradition of supplying
high-quality and high-value products and services to its members and
other customers worldwide.
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Keynotes
Todd W. Taylor
Opening Keynote RCDD, NTS, OSP
BICSI President
Enfinity Engineering, LLC - Nashville, Tennessee, USA
Todd W. Taylor, RCDD, NTS, OSP, currently serves as BICSI President,
overseeing the organization’s volunteer leadership and overall strategic
plan, working with staff to ensure BICSI remains the preeminent resource
for the Connected World. Todd has over 30 years of ICT experience
across various industries including the design and installation of structured
cabling systems to support low-voltage systems. The ICT experience
resulted in ownership of a low-voltage system design-build company
specializing in providing integration solutions.
Todd’s active participation and leadership in industry professional
organizations such as BICSI and TIA has created the opportunity for
him to positively influence IT standards and the directions within the
Medical Communications Industry.
Closing Keynote Closing Keynote
“What is Your Leadership Blueprint?”
Thursday • 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Lieutenant General Ronald L. Bailey
USMC (Ret.) - NECA - Washington, D.C., USA
In this dynamic keynote, LtGen Bailey will provide you with valuable leadership
insights that will benefit any organization or individual in the ever-changing
business environment. He will help you understand your situation, identify your
opportunities, and jumpstart you into action. This presentation will transcend
theory and philosophy to get right down to where the rubber meets the road.
About Lieutenant General Ronald L. Bailey, USMC (Ret.)
LtGen Bailey is NECA’s Vice President of Industry Development. He has had
a long and distinguished military career, beginning as a Second Lieutenant,
USMC, in 1977. During his impressive career, Bailey oversaw the Marine Corps
Recruiting Command and he served as commanding general of the First
Marine Division and as commanding general of the Third Marine Expeditionary
Brigade. He was also a Military National Fellow at the Council on Foreign
Relations. After many decades of military service, in June 2013, Bailey was
promoted to Lieutenant General and was assigned to Headquarters Marine
Corps as Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policies, and Operations, a role he
held until his retirement from the United States Marine Corps after 41 years of
service in 2017. In 2018, Bailey became Vice President for External Affairs at
Austin Peay State University, his alma mater. He is a member of the Board
of Directors of the Travis Manion Foundation, which develops programs
and training opportunities for veterans and their families. He also serves
as Chair-Elect/1st Vice Chair of the Clarksville Chamber of Commerce.
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What to Expect at the Virtual Conference
BICSI is using state-of-the-art technology to give industry professionals
like you the opportunity to continue their education and network with
colleagues and exhibitors in a completely virtual format. Here is what
BICSI’s virtual attendees will see.
The Lobby is your hub for all things
CONFERENCE LOBBY Fall Conference. From the Lobby,
you will be able to access the
conference presentations and
the Exhibit Hall. You will also have
easy access to the conference
information desk for any help you
may need. Quick access banners
will also take you to secure sites to
make your BICSI Cares donation
or to shop in the BICSI Store to
purchase publications and BICSI
branded clothing and accessories.
One of the most exciting features of
EXHIBIT HALL any BICSI conference is the bustling
Exhibit Hall, and the virtual Hall is truly
the place to be. During your visit, you
will be able to explore booths with the
click of your mouse. Exhibitors will be
available to live chat with you about
their latest products and services.
Take time to learn all you can from
the exhibiting companies and expand
your network of contacts, all at your
own pace. Engage with industry-
leading exhibitors and create lasting
connections in a virtual environment.
The Exhibit Hall will be open for both in-person and virtual attendees during the
following hours:
• Monday, 23 August: 4 – 7:30 p.m. - In Person Only
• Tuesday, 24 August: 12 – 6:30 p.m. - In Person & Virtual
• Wednesday, 25 August: 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. - In Person & Virtual
• Thursday, 26 August: 8 – 10 a.m. - Virtual Only
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What to Expect at the Virtual Conference
An Important Takeaway from Our Previous Virtual Conference …
Due to the pandemic, our last conference was entirely virtual, which earned plenty of
positive feedback. One of the significant benefits that attendees loved was access to
exclusive content 30 days after the event. That is why we are continuing this policy for
both in-person and virtual attendees for this year’s Fall Conference.
Welcome to the educational
EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS sessions! This area is the interface
for all technical and keynote
presentations for the conference.
Whether you are listening to an ICT
subject matter expert explain how
to prepare your cabling infrastruc-
ture for 5G or taking notes from
a keynote speaker on upcoming
technological advancements,
you will do it all in the conference
auditorium. To maximize your
conference investment, presen-
tations will also be available on
demand so you can go back and
watch any you may have missed—
or rewatch those that you enjoyed
the first time.
Women in BICSI Presentation
Denise Pappas
Valcom – Roanoke, Virginia, USA
Virtual Only • Tuesday • Noon-12:30 p.m.
“Born to be Fabulous”
Denise Pappas, Executive Director, Technical Standards for Valcom, is part of
the leadership teams of both Valcom and newly acquired Keltron. She is the
Standards Committee Chair for BICSI, sits on several committees within BICSI,
including the Intelligent Building Standard and serves as vice chair on the
Wireless Standard. She was honored to be presented with the David K. Blythe
University of Kentucky BICSI Outstanding Member of the Year for this year. Her
passion to serve for the betterment of the world is only surpassed by her love
for helping others succeed.
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Beyond Zoom Boxes – Welcome Back As communities worldwide transition back to a pre-COVID-19 lifestyle, we at BICSI would simply like to welcome you to the outside world. We are thrilled to see familiar and new faces … IN-PERSON! Whether you laughed, cried, or both due to last year’s unusual circumstances, it was a learning experience for most. Lessons learned from the ICT world is just one theme our Fall Conference’s subject matter experts will be discussing. Network Amongst World-Class Luxury The Venetian Resort is the official hotel for the Fall Conference. This gorgeous, full-service resort adjoins the Sands Expo and Convention Center. Every room at The Venetian is a suite, nearly double the size of your average Las Vegas hotel room. Enjoy everything from hand-painted frescos to Reenergize yourself in the Canyon Ranch® award-winning eats and lounges. gym, spa, or on their indoor rock-climbing wall. Take a ride down the Grand Canal in Lounge at one of the 10 picturesque pools the a Venetian gondola. Venetian offers. Squeeze in some shopping in the Grand Canal There is even a Virtual Room on property for Shoppes®. those who love a 3D gaming experience. We are offering attendees exclusive reduced rates of $179.00* per night at The Venetian Resort. Click here to book your room today—discounted rate ends Monday, 26 July. Health & Safety Information The safety and health of our members, credential holders, attendees, exhibitors, vendors, and staff is of the highest priority, and we are actively monitoring the guidelines and recommendations from government agencies, as well as the Sands Expo and Venetian Resort, to ensure the safety of everyone involved. We will provide updates surrounding the BICSI Fall Conference & Exhibition as they become available. Please visit bicsi.org/fallhealth for complete information. pg. 8 I 2021 BICSI Fall Hybrid Conference & Exhibition
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE SUNDAY-MONDAY
The following conference schedule follows Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) and applies to both in-person and virtual
attendees, unless otherwise noted. Presentation descriptions and additional information can be found online
at bicsi.org/fallschedule.
1-4:30 p.m.
Sunday, 22 August “The 3-Hour MBA: Optimizing Your Business
for Growth and Success”
3 CECs
PRE-CONFERENCE MASTERCLASSES
• Ernest Schirmer, RCDD, NTS – WSP USA –
(additional registration fee) IN-PERSON ONLY
Lawrenceville, New Jersey, USA
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
“Fundamentals of Passive Optical LAN” – Day 1 of 2
Topic: ICT Professional Development
12 CECs (when attending the full two-day class)
• Matt Miller – AECOM – Baltimore, Maryland, USA
4-7:30 p.m. – Exhibition & Reception (In-Person Only)
• Chad Hines – ITConnect Inc. –
Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
• Thomas Ruvarac – Association for Passive Optical Monday, 23 August
LAN – New York, New York, USA
PRE-CONFERENCE MASTERCLASSES
Topic: Optical Fiber & Passive Optical Networks (PON)
(additional registration fee) IN-PERSON ONLY
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
“Fundamentals of Passive Optical LAN” – Day 2 of 2
“Designing for PoE Lighting and Automation”
12 CECs (when attending the full two-day class)
6 CECs
• Matt Miller – AECOM – Baltimore, Maryland, USA
• Tyler Andrews – PoE Texas – Austin, Texas, USA
• Chad Hines – ITConnect Inc. –
• Luis Suau – Luis Suau Consulting –
Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
Plantation, Florida, USA
• Thomas Ruvarac – Association for Passive
• Hannah Walker, RCDD – Sinclair Digital LLC –
Optical LAN – New York, New York, USA
Fort Worth, Texas
• Donald Walker – Newcomb & Boyd –
Topic: Optical Fiber & Passive Optical Networks (PON)
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
• Andy Rittenhouse – Somfy Systems –
8:30 a.m.-noon
Dayton, New Jersey, USA
“Installing AV Learning Spaces for Streaming
• Joseph Herbst – PoE Texas – Austin, Texas, USA
and UC Platforms in the New Normal”
3 CECs
Topic: Power over Ethernet
• Karl Rosenberg – Extron – Anaheim, California, USA
1-4:30 p.m.
Topic: Audiovisual
“Designing Today’s Data Center – From Hyperscale
to Edge”
8:30 a.m-noon
3 CECs
“PoE Lighting and Automation Boot Camp”
• Sean Adam – AFL – Westford, Massachusetts, USA
3 CECs
• Manja Thessin, RCDD, RTPM – AFL Enterprise
• Tyler Andrews – PoE Texas – Austin, Texas, USA
Services, Inc. – Monroe, North Carolina, USA
• Joseph Herbst – PoE Texas – Austin, Texas, USA
• Lucas Mays – AFL – Duncan, South Carolina, USA
• Kevin Clayton – AFL –
Topic: Power over Ethernet
Duncan, South Carolina, USA
Topic: Data Center
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE MONDAY-TUESDAY
1-4:30 p.m. “Exploring Connectivity Requirements Supporting
“AV System and Signal Transport Design” Financial and Trading Markets”
3 CECs • Joshua Seawell – Sumitomo Electric Lightwave –
• Joseph Cornwall – Legrand – Raleigh, North Carolina, USA
New Port Richey, Florida, USA
11 a.m.-noon
Topic: Audiovisual Concurrent Sessions (choose one)
“Shielded, Unshielded, Category 6A, Oh My!
1-4:30 p.m. Audiovisual System Wiring Requirements”
“Reuse or Replace? Will the Fiber I Have Installed • Roger Takacs – Atlona, a Panduit Company –
Today Support My Applications Tomorrow?” San Jose, California, USA
3 CECs • Frank Straka – PANDUIT Corp. –
• Jim Davis – Fluke Networks – Tinley Park, Illinois, USA
Everett, Washington, USA
• Guillaume Lavallee – EXFO – Topic: Audiovisual
Quebec, Quebec, Canada
• Tiger Ninomiya – Senko – “Ahead of the Curve: New High-Density and
Marlboro, Massachusetts, USA Dust Insensitive Fiber Optic Connector Technology
• Steve Cowles, RCDD, NTS – AEM – Innovations”
Chandler, Arizona, USA • Sean Kelly, RCDD – Light Brigade –
• Derek Whitehurst – Corning Optical York, Pennsylvania, USA
Communications – Charlotte, North Carolina, USA • Brian Teague – Senko Advanced Components –
Columbia, South Carolina, USA
Topic: Optical Fiber & PON
Topic: Optical Fiber & PON
Tuesday, 24 August “Closing the Homework Gap is Now Within Reach”
• Christy Miller, RCDD, DCDC, RTPM, CT – BCL IT
8:30-10:45 a.m. Consulting – West Chester, Ohio, USA
OPENING GENERAL SESSION • Michael Sexton, RCDD, ESS – BCL IT Consulting –
West Chester, Ohio, USA
8:30-8:45 a.m.
Conference Call to Order and Opening Remarks Topic: Wireless & Distributed Antenna Systems
8:45-9:45 a.m. VIRTUAL PRESENTATION ONLY
OPENING KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: Noon-12:30 p.m.
“FUTURE WORLD VISION: Infrastructure Reimagined” Women in BICSI Presentation: “Born to be Fabulous”
• Tom Smith, ENV SP, CAE, F.ASCE – ASCE – • Denise Pappas – Valcom – Roanoke, Virginia, USA
Reston, Virginia, USA
• Todd W. Taylor, RCDD, NTS, OSP, BICSI President – Noon-6:30 p.m.
Enfinity Engineering, LLC – Exhibit Hall Open - In-Person & Virtual
Nashville, Tennessee, USA
Noon-1:30 p.m.
9:45-10:45 a.m. Lunch in the Exhibit Hall - In-Person Only
ICT Field of Vision Presentation
pg. 10 I 2021 BICSI Fall Hybrid Conference & ExhibitionCONFERENCE SCHEDULE TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY
1-2 p.m. 4-5 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions (choose one) CONCURRENT SESSIONS (choose one)
“To Air-Gap or Not to Air-Gap: The Audiovisual “Installing AV Learning Spaces for Streaming
Network” and UC Platforms in the New Normal”
• Michael Stewart – CMTA, Inc. – • Karl Rosenberg – Extron – Anaheim, California, USA
Lexington, Kentucky, USA
Topic: Audiovisual
Topic: Audiovisual
“PON LAN Testing – Best Practices and Lessons
“If You Thought Ribbon Was for Data Centers Only – Learned from Mature FTTH Deployments”
Think Again!” • Romain Tursi – EXFO – Quebec, Quebec, Canada
• Lucas Mays – AFL – Duncan, South Carolina, USA
Topic: Optical Fiber & PON
Topic: Optical Fiber & PON
“Remote Powering 5G Small Cells Over Hybrid
“What’s Best for The Enterprise: Wi-Fi 6 or 5G?” Powered Fiber and PoE”
• Dr. Rajesh Pazhyannur – CommScope – • Joe Cook – Optical Cable Corporation –
Sunnyvale, California, USA Roanoke, Virginia, USA
Topic: Wireless & Distributed Antenna Systems Topic: Wireless & Distributed Antenna Systems
2:30-3:30 p.m. 4:30-6:30 p.m.
CONCURRENT SESSIONS (choose one) Exhibition & Reception - In-Person Only
“Post-COVID Office Acoustics and the Importance
of Sound Masking”
• Shannon Geronimo – Biamp Systems –
Wednesday, 25 August
Beaverton, Oregon, USA
9-10 a.m.
Topic: Audiovisual CONCURRENT SESSIONS
“Twisted AV”
“Choosing the Right Fiber for Your Enterprise and • Eric Marshall – E.R.I.C. Low Voltage Services –
Data Center Network” Modesto, California, USA
• John Kamino, RCDD – OFS –
Norcross, Georgia, USA Topic: Audiovisual
Topic: Optical Fiber & PON “From 100G to 800G”
• James Young – CommScope –
“Raising the Bar on Public Safety Deployments” Sunnyvale, California, USA
• Dennis Burns – Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. –
Burbank, California, USA Topic: Data Center
• Jim Bowen – Windy City Wire –
Bolingbrook, Illinois, USA “Driving the Customer Conversation – How To Talk
• Gabe Adams – Radio Frequency Systems – Wireless With Your Client”
Meriden, Connecticut, USA • Mark Niehus, RCDD – Connectivity Wireless
Solutions – Duluth, Georgia, USA
Topic: Wireless & Distributed Antenna Systems • Scott Rahim – Connectivity Wireless Solutions –
Duluth, Georgia, USA
Topic: ICT Professional Development
Register at bicsi.org/fall I pg. 11CONFERENCE SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
WOMEN
Exhibit Hall Open - In-Person and Virtual
CONCURRENT SESSIONS (choose one)
10:30-11:30 a.m.
“Network-Based Power Delivery to Connected
Devices – Options, Options, Options” in BICSI
• Arvind Patel – AEM – Singapore
Topic: Power over Ethernet
Meet and Greet
“Getting Unstuck – Why and How It’s Time
to Transform Your On-Prem Data Center”
• Betsy Conroy – Watertown, Connecticut, USA
• McKenzie Hughes, RCDD – SIEMON – Wednesday, 25 August
Watertown, Connecticut, USA
• Darryl Cox – QTS Data Centers –
Noon-1 p.m.
Suwanee, Georgia, USA
• Steve Gunderson – TDS – In-Person Only
Westborough, Massachusetts, USA BICSI Theater – Hall D
Topic: Data Center
“Are You Getting What You Paid For? How to Read COME BE INSPIRED,
Cable Certification Test Results”
• Jim Davis – Fluke Networks – ONE WOMAN
Everett, Washington, USA
TO ANOTHER.
Topic: ICT Professional Development
Questions?
VIRTUAL PRESENTATION ONLY
“Increasing Cabinet Quantity in the Data Center WIB@bicsi.org
by Means of Improving Wire and Air Distribution”
• William Collier – Interstitial Systems, Inc. –
Esterel, Quebec, Canada
Topic: Data Center
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Lunch in the Exhibit Hall - In-Person Only
Noon-1 p.m.
Women in BICSI Meet and Greet - In-Person Only
BICSI Theater – Hall D
pg. 12 I 2021 BICSI Fall Hybrid Conference & ExhibitionCONFERENCE SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY
1-2 p.m. “Cloud Transformation of Enterprise Networks”
CONCURRENT SESSIONS (choose one) • G. Mabud Choudhury – OFS –
“Mastering the Art of Smart Building Systems Sturbridge, Massachusetts, USA
Integration” • Guy Swindell, RCDD – OFS –
• Todd Boucher – Leading Edge Design Group – Norcross, Georgia, USA
Enfield, New Hampshire, USA
• Bill Moten – Leading Edge Design Group – Topic: Data Center
Enfield, New Hampshire, USA
“5G: What it Means from the Cellular Networks
Topic: Intelligent Buildings/Smart Cities/IoT to the Data Center”
• Art King – Corning Optical Communications –
“Data Center Debut: 400G Takes Center Stage” Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
• Mike Connaughton, RCDD – Leviton Network • Juan Penaranda – Corning Optical
Solutions – Bothell, Washington, USA Communications – Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
Topic: Data Center Topic: New & Emerging Applications
“Seismic Best Practices for the ICT Industry” VIRTUAL PRESENTATION ONLY
• Matt Peterworth, RCDD – Henderson Engineers – “How I Decided Which Technologies/Solutions to
Lenexa, Kansas, USA Promote on Billion Dollar Scale Health Care Projects”
• Keith Henss – EATON – Highland, Illinois, USA • Kevin Cheong, RCDD – MKC Engineering Corp. –
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Topic: ICT Professional Development
Topic: Optical Fiber & PON
VIRTUAL PRESENTATION ONLY
Presented in French and English
4-5 p.m.
“Applications on Fiber: How to Guarantee
New Architectures and Strict Loss Budgets” CONCURRENT SESSIONS (choose one)
“Cyber Security Safeguards for Integration in the
• Gautier Humbert, RCDD – Legrand –
Intelligent Building Enterprise”
St. Marcellin, France
• Tom Bennett, RCDD, DCDC, ESS, OSP, WD, TECH,
CT – Mission Critical Inc. –
Topic: Optical Fiber & PON
Goodlettsville, Tennessee, USA
2:30-3:30 p.m.
Topic: Intelligent Buildings/Smart Cities/IoT
CONCURRENT SESSIONS (choose one)
“Enabling the Sustainable Intelligent Building
“Are You Ready for 5G Data Centers?”
Through 90W PoE and Beyond!”
• Jacques Fluet – Telecommunications Industry
• Brian Ensign, RCDD, NTS, OSP, RTPM –
Association – Arlington, Virginia, USA
Superior Essex – York, Pennsylvania, USA
• Don Schriner – Cisco – Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Topic: Data Center
• Bob Cicero – Cisco – New York, New York, USA
• Luis Suau – Sinclair Digital – Miami, Florida, USA
“Qualification vs. Certification – How to Ensure
Topic: Intelligent Buildings/Smart Cities/Iot Network Performance Without Busting Your Budget”
• James Kahkoska – NetAlly –
Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
Topic: New & Emerging Applications
Register at bicsi.org/fall I pg. 13CONFERENCE SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY-THURSDAY
VIRTUAL PRESENTATION ONLY
Save
“Single-Pair Ethernet – Use Cases, Applications
and Field and Laboratory Testing”
• Harshang Pandya – AEM – Singapore
Topic: New & Emerging Applications
The Date!
Thursday, 26 August
BICSI WINTER
8-10 a.m.
Exhbit Hall Open - Virtual Only
9 a.m.-noon Conference & Exhibition
CLOSING GENERAL SESSION
Hybrid Event - Orlando, FL
9-9:30 a.m.
ICT Field of Vision Presentation
30 January -
“The Real World: Fiber Deep”
• Brian Davis, RCDD – Corning Optical
3 February 2022
Communications – Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
9:30-10 a.m.
ICT Field of Vision Presentation
“Is It for Fiber? Horizontal Fiber Architectures
for Buildings and Campuses”
• Ronna Davis – CommScope –
Hickory, North Carolina, USA
10:30-11:30 a.m.
CLOSING KEYNOTE SPEAKER
“What is Your Leadership Blueprint?”
• Lieutenant General Ronald L. Bailey, USMC (Ret.)
NECA, Washington, D.C., USA
11:30-11:45 a.m.
BICSI Cares Presentation and Door Prize Drawing
11:45 a.m.-noon
Conference Wrap-up, Closing Video & Door Prizes
pg. 14 I 2021 BICSI Fall Hybrid Conference & ExhibitionWhy Attend the 2021 BICSI Hybrid
Fall Conference?
YOU Choose How to Conference
Last year, the world had no choice but to function amid a paradigm shift. That
is why this year, we want the choice to be yours, so you can choose how you
conference. This year, our Fall Conference is a hybrid event for in-person and
virtual attendees.
Exhibit Hall
This year’s Exhibit Hall (virtually & in-person) will rock your ICT world – filled with
interactive exhibitor booths and packed with new ICT products and services.
Immerse Yourself in ICT
Experience the full conference: attend educational sessions and keynotes where
subject matter experts will discuss the latest trends in ICT, including 5G, Power
over Ethernet (PoE), Smart Cities, the Internet of Things, and more. Both in-person
and virtual attendees will have ample networking opportunities with SMEs and
fellow attendees.
Attend More Sessions
All conference sessions will be available for 30 days after the conference, so
you can go back and view any you missed. This on-demand feature is accessible
to both in-person and virtual attendees and adds even more value to your
conference registration.
Safety
All CDC recommendations will be followed for in-person attendees.
Virtual attendees can simply enjoy from their favorite chair.
Continuous Global Networking
Share ideas and observations one-on-one or group chat with ICT professionals
from around the world, even during live-streamed presentations. Of course,
there is nothing like meeting people in person – Las Vegas is ready for you!
ANTITRUST
BICSI believes strongly in competition. U.S. antitrust laws are the rules under which our competitive system operates. It is BICSI’s policy
to comply in all respects with the antitrust laws.
Association meetings or workshops by their very nature bring competitors together. Accordingly, it is necessary to avoid discussions
of sensitive topics. Agreements to fix prices, allocate markets, engage in product boycotts and to refuse to deal with third parties are
automatically illegal under the antitrust laws. It does not matter what the reason for the agreement might be.
Accordingly, at any association meeting discussions of prices (including elements of prices such as allowances and credit terms), quality
ratings of suppliers, and discussions that may cause a competitor to cease purchasing from a particular supplier, or selling to a particular
customer, should be avoided. Also, there should be no discussion that might be interpreted as a dividing up of territories. An antitrust
violation does not require proof of a formal agreement.
A discussion of a sensitive topic, such as price, followed by action by those involved or present at the discussion is enough to show
a price-fixing conspiracy. As a result, those attending an association-sponsored meeting should remember the importance of avoiding
not only unlawful activities, but even the appearance of unlawful activity.
Register at bicsi.org/fall I pg. 15Get Full Access on Conference Day: Register Now
Complete your registration online today at bicsi.org/fall. Or contact BICSI by email at
bicsi@bicsi.org or by calling +1 813.979.1991 or 800.242.7405 (USA and Canada toll-free)
for assistance with registration.
Registration for the 2021 BICSI Fall Conference includes all conference materials, admittance
to conference sessions (general and concurrent), and exhibits. The registration fee does not
include admittance to Pre-Conference Masterclasses.
Exhibit Hall Visitor Passes
Exhibit Hall Visitor passes for entrance into the virtual exhibit hall are available at no charge.
This will allow access into the virtual exhibit hall to view exhibit booths, have live chats with
exhibitors, and gather information and files in a swag bag. Exhibit Hall Visitor registration will
be available at the in-person event – the passes are $50 per day.
Continuing Education Credits
Conferences are an ideal time to earn the continuing education credits (CECs) needed
for certification renewal. A BICSI credential holder that attends the Fall Conference will
be awarded a total of 15 CECs. In addition, the event satisfies the RCDD® conference
attendance requirement. Additional CECs can be earned by registering separately for
one or more Pre-Conference Masterclasses.
All CECs earned from attending the Fall Conference and/or Pre-Conference Masterclasses
will appear on your transcript approximately 30 business days after the conference.
For complete CEC information, visit bicsi.org/fallcecs.
Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions:
By registering for this conference, you acknowledge you have read, acknowledged and
agreed to be bound by BICSI’s Events Code of Conduct, Communicable Disease Waiver,
Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
About BICSI
BICSI is a professional association supporting the advancement of the informa-
tion and communications technology (ICT) profession and currently serves more
than 26,000 members and credential holders. BICSI is the preeminent resource for
the Connected World. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, USA, BICSI membership
spans nearly 100 countries.
pg. 16 I 2021 BICSI Fall Hybrid Conference & ExhibitionRegistration Rates
In-Person Conference Pricing Virtual Conference Pricing
Early Bird (through 30 July) Early Bird (through 30 July)
BICSI Member ................................... $750 BICSI Member ................................... $750
Nonmember ..................................... $950 Nonmember ..................................... $950
SIMS Member ................................... $650 SIMS Member .................................... $650
SIMS Nonmember ............................ $775 SIMS Nonmember ............................ $775
Regular Rate (31 July-19 August) Regular Rate (31 July-19 August)
BICSI Member .................................... $850 BICSI Member .................................... $850
Nonmember ...................................... $1050 Nonmember ...................................... $1050
SIMS Member .................................... $650 SIMS Member .................................... $650
SIMS Nonmember ............................ $775 SIMS Nonmember ............................ $775
Onsite Rate (22-26 August) Onsite Rate (22-26 August)
BICSI Member .................................... $950 BICSI Member .................................... $850
Nonmember ...................................... $1150 Nonmember ...................................... $1050
SIMS Member .................................... $650 SIMS Member .................................... $650
SIMS Nonmember ............................ $775 SIMS Nonmember ............................ $775
Pre-Conference Masterclass Registration
2-Day Full Day Half-Day
BICSI Member: $600 BICSI Member: $300 BICSI Member: $150
Nonmember: $800 Nonmember: $400 Nonmember: $200
Register at bicsi.org/fall I pg. 17Thank You to Our 2021 Fall Hybrid
Conference & Exhibition Level Sponsors
Diamond Sponsor
Platinum Sponsors
Virtual Platinum Sponsors
ICT Field of Vision Sponsors
Additional Sponsors
Attendee Lanyard Sponsor Cups/Koozies Sponsor Premier Media Sponsor
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