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Bin Zhao

Bin Zhao received his Ph.D. degree from California Institute of Technology. He has been with SEMATECH, Rockwell, Conexant, Skyworks, Freescale, Fairchild, and ON Semiconductor. He has worked on advanced VLSI technology development and design of analog/mixed-signal, power management, and RF IC products. In 1997, he fabricated the industry-first Cu/low-k (k<3) dual-damascene interconnect by developing a…

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Lynn Whitehead

Lynn Whitehead is the Hawai‘i Visitors and Convention Bureau (HVCB) Vice President Global MCI Sales & Marketing. Bringing more than three decades of hospitality sales experience, Whitehead is responsible for overseeing and directing HVCB’s global sales and marketing efforts for both citywide and single-property meeting, conventions, and incentives (MCI) business. She has actively positioned Hawai‘i…

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Shawna Wellman

With over 30 years promoting Portland as a top destination for meetings and events, I’m passionate about showcasing our city’s unique blend of urban amenities and natural beauty. At Travel Portland, I highlight our LEED Platinum Oregon Convention Center, diverse boutiques, and renowned culinary scene as perfect for events of all sizes. My journey includes…

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Christopher Udeagha

Engr. Christopher Udeagha (Professional Engineer) is Senior lecturer in School of Computing & Information Technology, Faculty of Engineering & Computing, University of Technology, Jamaica. He published several conference and journal papers such as IEEE SoutheastCon and Future Technology Conferences (FTC). He has worked as Trainee Engineer (Chevron), Process Computer Engineer (NNPC), Senior Signal and Telecommunications Engineer…

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Brianne Tengan

Brianne Tengan is an Electrical Engineer with BAE Systems Inc. She obtained her Bachelor’s and master’s degrees in electrical engineering from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Systems Engineering & Technology Management from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Brianne serves as the IEEE Region 6 Young Professionals Coordinator, IEEE Hawaii…

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David Stankiewicz
David Stankiewicz

Currently, David works at IEEE, pronounced “Eye-triple-E,”​ which stands for the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. IEEE is the world’s largest professional association dedicated to advancing technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity. IEEE and its members inspire a global community through highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational…

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Fred Schindler

Fred Schindler is TAB VP, past Division IV Director, past chair of the IEEE Conferences Committee, served as MTT President in 2003 and IMS General Chair in 2009. He is active in several boards and committees in IEEE and the MTT. He works as an independent consultant and serves as CTO of Anlotek Ltd. Previously…

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Bala Prasanna

Mr Bala Prasanna’s professional career of over 35 years includes working in institutions like SUNY-State University of New York,  AT&T and IBM in various roles in senior technical and management positions. He volunteers his time at IEEE- Region 1 as a member of Board of Governors. He has also served as a board member at…

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Daivee Patel

Daivee currently works at IEEE in the role of Director, Experience Design. IEEE is the world’s largest professional association dedicated to advancing technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity. IEEE and its members inspire a global community through highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities.   Daivee oversees the…

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