New! Dedicated Retail and Brands Day

In 2012, we mirror the growth in retail MVNOs and branded mobile services by kicking off a third day dedicated to retailers and brands. The format of this third day will be around catalyst case studies, panel discussions and 1:1 interviews followed by roundtable discussions on the topic addressed. At the end of the sessions each roundtable will have a chance to feedback their thoughts to the chair and each other. This day will be orientated so that the many brands and retailers reviewing their mobile strategy can analyse the need for full MVNO status, partial branded mobile services or alternative methods to consumer via apps, mobile couponing etc. The roundtable format will allow natural networking between operators, existing retail and brand MVNOs, enablers, mobile advertisers and current retailers and brands (who are eligible for the 2/3rds MVNO discount).

Current speakers during this session include:

• Maria Mehrens, Managing Director, Tchibo mobil, Germany; Former Head of Roaming and International Services, Corporate Affairs and Strategy, Telefonica, Germany
• Asda Mobile and Vodafone
• Nickelodeon and MTV
• Clare Rayner, Founder and Managing Director, Retail Acumen, UK
• Tarek Miknas, CEO, Fortune Promoseven Group, UAE
• Daniel Neal, CEO, Kajeet, USA

New! Dedicated WIFI, Cloud and Roaming Stream

In 2012, we introduce new sessions addressing the enabling and access technologies for sustainable MVNO business models. These sessions provide case studies on the use of WIFI, cloud and roaming - to make MVNO financials look more healthy, to innovate MVNO/MNO partnerships, to enliven the connected device and content MVNOs which are borne through tablets, and to monetise international MVNO brands. The format of this third day will be around catalyst case studies, panel discussions and 1:1 interviews followed by roundtable discussions on the topic addressed. At the end of the sessions each roundtable will have a chance to feedback their thoughts to the chair and each other. This day will be orientated so that MVNOs reviewing their access and enabling strategies (from COO to CFO to CTO) can analyse the various methods evolving – in the aftermathof increasing interest and launches through WIFI especially. The roundtable format will allow natural networking between operators, existing and potential MVNOs and enablers.

Event Highlights - New for 2012

• New! Third Day Networking Stream– Dedicated to Retail and Brands! (Catalyst Presentations + Networking Roundtables Format)
• New! Third Day Networking Stream – Dedicated to Wifi, Cloud and Roaming! (Catalyst Presentations + Networking Roundtables Format)
• 2nd Annual! MTV Sponsored VIP Beach Party – the return of the VIP Beach Party; expect the MTV treatment at the end of day one!
• 2nd Annual! MVNO Challenge - we invite provisional MVNOs to pitch their ideas to our expert audience and judging panel at the end of day two
• Global focus – dedicated case studies from Malaysia, Korea, Australia, Mexico, Costa Rico, India, South Africa and more
• New! 10 Panel Discussions, and 3 Executive 1:1 Interviews with Game-Changers in the MVNO Industry
• Expanded Exhibition and Demo Area – with MVNE expert advice, meeting rooms and B2B opportunities
• MVNO Industry Summit TV and Radio – recorded interviews and clips with the leading CEOs in MVNO business
• Top 10 in Barcelona – beach promenade runs, restaurants, art exhibitions and more. Enjoy your time in BCN!

Essential Topics Covered

• Maximising the Next Ten Years of MVNO Business – What Are the Near and Long Term Opportunities?
• Sustainable MVNO/MVNE/MNO/MVNA Pricing and Partnerships in a Changing Telco World
• What You Should Know About Wholesale and Roaming Regulation
• Consumer Targeted MVNO Models – devices, cable, targeted user-groups
• Enterprise, Cloud and Managing Data
• Mobile Device and Data MVNOs; Changing the Face of Telecoms- Apple, Google, and more disruptive models
• A New Era in Wholesale and Data Connectivity, Don’t Miss Out – Lightsquared, Dish, m-health, connected car and the M2M opportunity
• Wholesale Operator Departments – How Important Are They To Overall MNO Strategy and What Are the Opportunities for MVNOs?
• New Global Case Studies – Where is MVNO Growth Happening? – African, Asian, Latam, US, Middle East Case Studies
• Dedicated Retail and Brand Day – Defining Your Mobile Strategy. What Are Retail and Brand MVNOs? And How Do Retailers and MNOs Work Together
• Dedicated WIFI and Roaming Day –Why Wifi Offload, Roaming, Cloud, and Managed Services will Mean Optimising Your MVNO Business