Feature Presentations Announced for Macworld Conference and Expo San
Francisco Acclaimed Writer and Filmmaker Kevin Smith, World-Renowned
Photographer Joel Meyerowitz And Mac Industry Pundit David Pogue to
Address Macworld Audience
FRAMINGHAM, MA, October 19, 2006 – IDG World Expo, the leading
producer of world-class tradeshows, conferences and events for
technology markets, today announced the Feature Presentations lineup
for Macworld Conference & Expo, scheduled to take place January 8-12,
2007 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. Acclaimed actor, writer
and film producer Kevin Smith; world-renowned photographer and
digital photography pioneer Joel Meyerowitz; and New York Times
technology columnist and Mac luminary David Pogue, will all be
participating in this year’s event as feature presenters.
Feature Presentations are open to all registered Macworld Conference
& Expo attendees.
Feature Presentations include:
* “Q&A With Kevin Smith,” January 9, 2007, at 2:00 p.m. In the few
years since his entry into the indie film community – starting with
the surprise critical and commercial success he received for his
debut film Clerks – Kevin Smith has seen it all. Now, several films
later, Kevin comes to Macworld Conference & Expo to share his wry
perspective on the film business, its quirks, and what it takes to
stick with it. Hear Kevin’s story, get a few tips along with some
sage advice and a few good laughs out of what promises to be an
entertaining and witty session.
* “Photography And The Digital Experience,” January 11, 2007, at
2:45 p.m. presented by world-renowned color photography and digital
printing pioneer, Joel Meyerowitz. Join Joel as he shares the images
and experiences of his amazing 40-year career. Joel has works in the
Museum of Modern Art and has been featured on Nightline, CBS and
MSNBC. He has published 15 books, including AFTERMATH: World Trade
Center Archive (Phaidon), the only existing photographic record of
the Ground Zero recovery effort.
* “Macworld Live! with David Pogue,” January 10, 2007, at 9:00 a.m.
Move over Letterman, Leno and Conan – New York Times technology
columnist and Mac industry luminary David Pogue returns to Macworld
to host this entertaining and informative talk show. Always a crowd
favorite, “Macworld Live! With David Pogue” includes the news of the
day, exciting guests, David’s famous song parodies and plenty of
surprises.
* “Macworld Best Of Show 2007,” January 10, 2007, at 2:45 p.m. Live
for the very first time on the Macworld Feature Presentation stage.
Come and see the very best products that Macworld Conference & Expo
has to offer, all in one place. Macworld’s team of Mac experts will
present and demonstrate the most exciting and innovative products at
Macworld Expo.
* “MacBrainiac Challenge,” January 11, 2007, at 9:00 a.m. Come see
the Macworld Conference & Expo’s MacBrainiac Challenge for an
entertaining presentation of OS X, Mac and other geek trivia. After
two years of consecutive wins, Jason Snell’s Macworld Magazine team
may be on their way to a dynasty. Be in the audience as industry
luminary and Macworld senior editor Chris Breen hosts this zany, live
quiz show.
For more information or to register for the event, please visit
www.macworldexpo.com.
About Macworld Conference & Expo
Owned and produced by Framingham Mass.-based IDG World Expo, Macworld
Conference & Expo is the world’s most comprehensive Macintosh OS
event. Macworld Conference & Expo showcases products and services for
professionals involved in media and creative content development for
corporate and home applications, as well as prosumers using the Mac
at home. Macworld Conference & Expo brings together the loyal base of
Mac OS audiences in creative services, education, application
development, entertainment, small office/home office and
Internet-based environments. Macworld Conference & Expo offers
professionals and prosumers alike the opportunity to discover the
latest developments and hottest products these markets offer. For
more information or to register for the event, please visit the Web
site at www.macworldexpo.com, or call (800) 645-EXPO. For exhibiting
opportunities, please contact Annie Rice McKnight at (508) 424-4839
or annie_rice@idg.com or Ron Moreau at (508) 424-4804 or
ron_moreau@idg.com.
About IDG World Expo
IDG World Expo (www.idgworldexpo.com) produces technology-focused
tradeshows, conferences and events for professionals seeking
world-class education, peer-to-peer networking and one-stop
comparison shopping. IDG World Expo’s portfolio of conferences and
events includes Macworld Conference & Expo, LinuxWorld Conference &
Expo, LinuxWorld OpenSolutions Summit, SaaScon, GridWorld, OSBC,
Digital ID World, RoboBusiness, RoboNexus, and RoboDevelopment
Conference & Expo. IDG World Expo is a business unit of IDG, the
world’s leading technology media, research and event company.
About International Data Group (IDG)
International Data Group (IDG) is the world’s leading technology
media, events, and research company. IDG publishes more than 300
magazines and newspapers in 85 countries including CIO, CSO,
Computerworld, GamePro, InfoWorld, Macworld, Network World, and PC
World. IDG’s online network includes more than 400 Web sites spanning
business technology, consumer technology, digital entertainment, and
gaming worldwide. IDG is a leading producer of more than 170
technology-related events including LinuxWorld Conference & Expo,
Macworld Conference & Expo, DEMO, and IDC Directions. IDC, a
subsidiary of IDG, is the premier global provider of market
intelligence, advisory services, and events. Over 850 IDC analysts
in 50 countries provide global, regional, and local expertise on
technology and industry opportunities and trends. Additional
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