Non-Stop Networking

SATELLITE is the premier event for networking among the satellite marketplace. From top military officials to C-level executives, broadcasters to engineers implementing satellite-enabled networks,  the annual Conference and Exhibition brings together the power players in the global satellite-enabled communications marketplace, all in one location.

Here are the can’t-miss networking events at SATELLITE 2008:

• New Jersey Devils vs. Washington Capitals NHL Game
  3 p.m. Sunday, February 24, Verizon Center, 601 F Street, N.W., Washington, DC

    Make a power play at the Capitals game! Connect with colleagues, treat your customers to a fun afternoon of hockey as the Washington Capitals take on the New Jersey Devils. SATELLITE 2008 has secured discounted tickets to the game, which takes place just a couple of blocks from the Washington Convention Center. Tickets are $60 for lower level and $35 for mezzanine level and are available through the SATELLITE 2008 registration system. Learn more, see a seating chart and get directions here.

• SATELLITE 2008 Welcome Reception

    5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Monday, February 25
    L Street Bridge, Washington Convention Center

    Mingle with fellow satellite professionals in this relaxing opening reception, hosted by Via Satellite and sponsored by DataPath. Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres as you catch up with friends old and new. This event is free and open to all attendees.

• Washington Space Business Roundtable Flagship Lunch and Silent Auction

    Noon – 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 26

    WSBR will hold its heralded Flagship Lunch and Silent Auction during SATELLITE 2008. With pleasure, WSBR announces that Secretary-General of ITU Hamadoun Toure will be its Executive guest speaker making this a perfect opportunity to bring colleagues and customers to maximize all that you can learn and experience at SATELLITE 2008.

New in 2008! You may purchase tickets when registering for SATELLITE 2008 or through WSBR at WSBR@erols.com or 703-522-7745.

• The WTA 2008 Teleport Awards Luncheon

    Noon – 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 26 Invitation-Only

    Since 1995, WTA has presented annual awards to companies and individuals who have dramatically demonstrated excellence in the field of teleport operations, development and technology. Celebrate the winners and network with colleagues during the Awards Luncheon.

• Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) Gala

    6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 26
    Grand Hyatt Hotel, 1000 H St., NW, Washington, D.C.

    The Society of Satellite Professionals (SSPI) will host its 25th annual Black Tie Reception and Dinner on Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at the Grand Hyatt, Washington. The Gala is the satellite industry’s preeminent social and networking event of the year. To purchase tickets, or for more information, go to: www.sspigala.com or contact jhoil@sspi.org, 703-534-0885.

• Satellite Executive of the Year Award Presentation Luncheon

    11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 27
    Ballroom A, Washington Convention Center

    Don’t miss the marquee event of SATELLITE 2008! Via Satellite magazine presents its Satellite Executive of the Year 2007, honoring the top satellite industry executive who made significant business impact in the global satellite arena. Tickets to the event are included with your SATELLITE 2008 conference registration fee.

• Via Satellite’s Satellite Executive of the Year Reception

    6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 27
    City Museum of Washington, DC, 801 K Street, N.W.

    The ultimate networking event of SATELLITE 2008! Join the Satellite Executive of the Year for an evening reception in his or her honor. Tickets to the event are included with your SATELLITE 2008 conference registration fee.