“In its 16th year running, TiEcon facilitated unprecedented networking and business opportunities, along with energizing keynote addresses.” In Investors Business Daily, May 27, 2009
"Entrepreneurs still take risks in Silicon Valley — and that was the unofficial theme of this year's TiEcon conference" Jean S. Bozman, IDC Analyst, May 2009
“Tibco Software chief executive Vivek Ranadive said the worst of the tech recession is behind us as he addressed the TieCon conference — an annual event in Silicon Valley heavily attended by the South Asian, venture capital and entrepreneur communities.” In Venture Beats, May 15, 2009
“On Friday, Santosh Jayaram, the vice president of business operations at Twitter, appeared on a panel at the TieCon conference in Santa Clara, Calif. ... “Monetizing Social Media: The Revolution is Coming” ...” In Wall Street Journal Blogs, May 15, 2009
Consumer Web, Internet Infrastructure, Software, Cleantech and Wireless.
While the general sessions cover broader areas, TiEcon 2009 introduces five segments to facilitate deep networking and brainstorming among experts, entrepreneurs and aspirants with a focused technology interest.
TiE50
Meet 50 of the hottest startups in 5 focus segments
Nominate your favorite companies in 5 segments. Come hear from the CEOs of the winning 50 as they share real-world experiences. Find out what it takes to be successful in today's economic environment. Learn about cutting edge technologies and make the contacts you need in 5 hot areas.
PowerConnect
Premium networking with experts and leaders in 5 segments
With 4000+ attendees milling around, how do you connect with the chosen few who will help you advance your business? PowerConnect gives you 3 hours of lunchtime networking with VCs, experts and leaders. Walk away with deep insights and 100+ relevant contacts in your chosen segment.
Business Bootcamp
Starting a company? Running a company? Want to take it to the next level?
Engage in hands-on workshops and gain battle-tested tips from veterans to help grow your business in areas such as getting funding, negotiating term sheets, legal review, building teams, scaling sales, marketing and PR. Ask those tough questions. Get straight answers.