Celebrated 25th Anniversary of Event

NEW YORK, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Sibec EMEA, Europe’s original one-to-one event for the fitness industry, presented its 25th anniversary edition at the Hilton Sorrento Palace, in Sorrento, Italy September 26-29 with over 550 one-to-one meetings between premier global fitness suppliers and owners and operators of health and fitness facilities in the EMEA region.

The event’s unparalleled networking opportunities, inclusive of one-to-one appointments, are at the heart of the event with the purpose of building acute business relationships.

Special educational sessions were provided, including keynotes by Marjolijn Meijer of the Urban Gym Group and Thomas Mendonca of the Fitness Park Group. The discussions were about the future of the industry, including expanding brands and preparing for the AI and digital future within the fitness industry.

“We were thrilled to host such a beautiful event in Sorrento, with an outstanding presence from industry leaders as well as many buyers and suppliers from all over Europe and the Middle East who showcased their new and innovative products and services,” said Rob Shannon, Global Event Director of Sibec.

Alex Von Hagen, Head of Enterprise at Virtuagym said, “The ROI on the conversations we had and the partnerships we’ve formed far exceed the cost of attendance.” And Matteo Cerruti, CEO of Trib3 added, “Sibec EMEA is a must-attend event if you want to play in the big league in the industry.”

For additional information on future Sibec events, visit www.sibecevents.com.        

About Sibec
Organized by Questex, Sibec events are the longest running one-to-one events for professionals in the fitness industry and reach a wide cross‐section of participants from fitness and wellness products, manufacturers and distributors to club owners, directors, and managers. With a minimum of 16 one-to-one appointments, multiple networking opportunities, and education, Sibec events, presented by Club Industry, provides the perfect meeting ground for the world’s most elite and qualified buyers of fitness equipment and supply looking to meet the top global companies.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality, and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here. 

Media Contact
Carrie Harper
Marketing Manager | Wellness & Travel
Questex Wellness Group
[email protected]

 

Winners to be revealed November 16 at U.S. Broadband Awards Gala in Washington, D.C. during the U.S. Broadband Summit

NEW YORK, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Fierce Telecom today announces the finalists for the inaugural U.S. Broadband Awards, which honors and celebrates the best solutions, programs, use cases, technology, and individuals working to connect everyone across the United States through broadband.

The finalists were chosen based on effectiveness, technical innovation, financial & community impact, individual efforts in driving broadband investment and true innovation in addressing the digital divide.

Alejandro Piñero, Head of Content, Fierce Technology Group at Questex said, “The breadth and quality of the submissions is testament to the incredible work the telecommunications industry is carrying out to connect the underserved and unconnected. We congratulate all of our finalists especially given the high level of candidates for each award category.”

The 2023 finalists:

Best Broadband & Data Mapping Solution or Initiative 

ArcGIS: Leveraging Location Intelligence to Bridge the Digital Divide: Esri Inc. ChatGIS and WiROI db Geospatial SaaS Platform: Wireless 20/20 Connected Nation Geospatial Services: Connected Nation Visualizing the Road to Broadband: NoaNet’s Broadband and Digital Equity Mapping Initiative: Northwest Open Access Network (NoaNet) 

Best Converged Solution – Cable & Connectivity 

Calix DOCSIS Provisioning Connector: Calix Harmonic cOS™ Broadband Platform: Harmonic PHYTunes Saturn Wi-Fi Solution: PHYTunes Inc.Reach 

Best Municipal Connectivity Program 

Consolidated Communications and Maine Connectivity Authority: Bringing Fiber to Rural Maine: Consolidated Communications EPB: Bringing the World’s Fastest Community-wide Internet to the Chattanooga Area: EPB Montgomery County, MD Pulse Fiber Internet 

Best use of 5G FWA For Remote/Rural Connectivity 

Casa Systems’ AurusLINK: Casa Systems, Inc. Decreasing Spend and providing rapid installation with 5G Technology: Granite Telecommunications Ohio Transparent Telecom with Ericsson Radisys Connect 5G FWA/Broadband Convergence: Radisys 

Enabling Connectivity – Middle Mile Award 

Diamond State Networks Mid-Atlantic Broadband Boosts Capacity, Minimizes Cost with Routed Optical Networking: Cisco Systems Scalable and efficient middle mile traffic aggregation leveraging point-to-multipoint ICE-X coherent pluggables: Infinera Zayo’s Middle Mile Strategy: Zayo 

Excellence in FTTH Deployment 

Blue Ridge Communications Connect2First connects their Arkansas communities in record time: Render Networks Frontier Communications Midwest Energy & Communications WOW! fiber Internet Deployment in Central Florida: WOW! Internet, TV & Phone 

Excellence in Wireless Neutral Host Networks 

Boldyn Networks Provides NYC Free Public WiFi through Link5G Kiosks: Boldyn Networks Celona Private Wireless Neutral Host Service: Celona Kajeet Smart Private 5G™️ Neutral Host Solution: Kajeet Dense Air and Radisys – ORAN Based Actively Shared 5G Small Cell Infrastructure Software Solutions: Radisys 

Impact Award – Greatest Technical achievement in connecting the unconnected (Individual) 

Gary Bolton, Fiber Broadband Association Robert L. Hance, Midwest Energy & Communications Tommy Jacobson, MCNC 

Impact in Broadband Affordability 

American Connection Corps: A Program of Lead For America: Lead For America Honest Networks 

Innovation in State Broadband Deployment Award 

Kansas Office of Broadband Development   Arcadian Infracom and the California Department of Technology Announce Innovative Middle-Mile Fiber Partnership: Arcadian InfracomVermont Community Broadband Board 

Open Infrastructure & Networking Award 

Ciena’s Broadband Solution: Empowering Open Access Service Providers: Ciena High-speed business services over an existing PON infrastructure leveraging ICE-X intelligent coherent pluggables: Infinera RtBrick SiFi Networks   

Public Services Deployment 

NoaNet Supports Next Generation 911 Network for Washington State: Northwest Open Access Network (NoaNet) Nationwide managed SD-WAN rollout brings savings and simplicity to one of the nation’s largest delivery services: Granite Telecommunications 

Regional Operator of the Year 

C Spire Frontier Communications Lumos SCTelcom   

The judging panel included experts from leading companies in the wider broadband industry, including Tantra Analyst LLC, Mobile Experts, Inc., Impact Broadband and AvidThink. See the full list of judges here.

The winners will be announced at the U.S. Broadband Awards Gala on November 16 at the Renaissance Washington, D.C. Downtown as part of the U.S. Broadband Summit, which takes place November 15-17. Register to attend the U.S. Broadband Summit and the awards ceremony here.

Sponsors of the conference include Verizon, AT&T Fiber, Comcast, NCTA, Calix, Harmonic, Clearfield, Radisys, and more.

For sponsorship opportunities contact Scott Gruntorad at (202) 824-5045 or [email protected]. 

About U.S. Broadband Summit
The first ever U.S. Broadband Summit brings together federal funding leaders and state representatives with the wider broadband industry, including fiber operators, MSO’s, WISP’s, wireless carriers and more, to discuss the future of broadband in the United States. As attention focuses on bridging the growing digital divide, and the need to bring connectivity to the under- and un-served, the industry must come together to address the challenge. There is no golden key to connect everyone, and the U.S. Broadband Summit aims to bring everyone together to discuss how collaboration will lead to a more connected and vibrant society, in benefit of individuals and communities.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here. 

Media Contact
Charlene Soucy
U.S. Broadband Awards
[email protected]

Offers an Unparalleled Opportunity to Connect and Learn February 26-28, 2024 in San Diego, CA

Vibe Vista Awards Submissions Open through November 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Vibe Conference, the premier on-premise beverage conference for beverage executives, today opens Operator applications for the 2024 conference. Operators can register here. The Conference takes place February 26-28, 2024 at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA, which was awarded Travelers’ Choice in 2023.

Vibe Conference is targeted to On-Premise Chain Restaurant, Hotel, Cruise-line, Casino, Contract-Foodservice Corporate Executives, Operators, Beverage Directors, Marketing Vice Presidents, and Food & Beverage Executives.

At Vibe Conference, Operators can attend the general sessions, workshops, keynote, innovation showcase, networking events, and happy hours as well as breakfast and lunch. Conference topics include scaling for growth, state of the on-premise, RFP process panel, consumer marketing, wine trends, global cocktail trends, and much more.

“Vibe Conference is the number-one, on-premise beverage conference where executives connect to explore emerging trends, experience leading industry innovation, and forge partnerships that will shape the future of the beverage world,” said Tim McLucas, Vice President of Bar & Restaurant Group. “At this unique event, operators have direct access to industry visionaries and thought leaders who are redefining the boundaries of success in the on-premise beverage sector. We’re excited to welcome guests to the 2024 event that includes an expanded conference program and elevated networking opportunities for all participants.”

Operators can register here through February 9, 2024. Contact Andrea Hutchinson, Industry Relations Director, at [email protected] with any questions.

To attend Vibe Conference as a supplier, companies must be a sponsor. Learn how to become a sponsor by contacting Donna Bruns (Companies A-L) at [email protected] and Fadi Alsayegh (Companies M-Z) at [email protected].

CORE Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE)
CORE Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) is a 501(c)(3) a national non-profit and the charity of choice for the Vibe Conference. It was founded by members of the beverage vertical. In 2023, CORE raised a total of more than $103,488 for families in the food and beverage industry facing terminal illnesses or sudden losses. Learn more here.

2024 Vibe Vista Awards
The 2024 Vibe Vista Awards recognize the top performers in the beverage industry through the creation, training, execution, management, and on-going positive results of beverage programs.

Award categories include:

Best Beverage MenuBest Adult Alcohol-Free Beverage Program   Best Beer ProgramBest Spirits ProgramBest Wine ProgramBest Beverage Limited Time OfferBest Overall: HotelsBest Overall: Casinos Best Overall: Cruise LinesBest Overall: Multi-Unit Chain Restaurants

Click here for more information. Nominations are open through November 13, 2023.

To learn more about the Vibe Conference, visit: https://www.vibeconference.com.

About Vibe Conference
Vibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. The top on-premise conference is held annually and involves high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2024 conference will be held at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA February 26-28, 2024.

About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Michelle Osborne
Vibe Conference
[email protected]
617.219.8305

Gala Dinner to Celebrate Fierce 50 Takes Place December 5 in New York City

NEW YORK, Oct. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Questex’s Fierce Pharma, Fierce Biotech and Fierce Healthcare today unveil the inaugural Fierce 50, a groundbreaking project that shines a spotlight on the companies and individuals driving advancements in medicine, fostering innovation and shaping the future of biopharma and healthcare. 

The Fierce 50 are the movers and shakers who are pushing boundaries, defying limitations and igniting change in healthcare delivery, drug development, research and beyond. Reflecting the true tapestry of the industry, the Fierce 50 offers a unique glimpse into the minds of influential figures who work tirelessly behind the scenes to drive change in healthcare and biopharma. The pillars of the Fierce 50 are Innovation, Social Impact, Health Equity, Breakthroughs and Patient Advocacy.      

Click here to see the Fierce 50.

“In a world where data and technology often overshadow the human side of healthcare and biopharma, our special report aims to remind us that these industries are fundamentally about people. Behind the scientific breakthroughs and statistics are inspiring narratives of individuals who have an unwavering commitment to fiercely fighting for patient care,” said Ayla Ellison, Editor-in-Chief, Fierce Life Sciences and Healthcare. “We’re excited to share these 50 brilliant visionaries and trailblazers with our audience where they will get a front-row seat to each of their insights, strategies and outlooks on the future of biotech, healthcare and pharma.”

The Fierce 50 will be celebrated at a gala dinner on December 5 at the Edison Ballroom in New York City. Purchase tickets here.

For sponsorship opportunities, click here.
  
About Fierce Pharma
Fierce Pharma is the go-to destination for the news and trends shaping the industry. Our focus daily is on news about approved drugs and every aspect of pharma’s operations as well as the people who move pharma forward. Our coverage also feeds longer-form content, podcasts and events. In staying on top of the news, our journalists have developed a loyal audience. Critically, we explain the news—often complicated technology or business maneuvers—and put it in context that brings it home for our readers and listeners in their work lives.

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Fierce Biotech
Biopharma is a fast-growing world where big ideas come along daily. Our readers rely on Fierce Biotech for the latest news, analysis and data on drugs and the companies that make them. Fierce Biotech covers the biopharma waterfront, from drug development through the entire lifecycle—tracking regulatory approvals, payer negotiations, manufacturing, marketing, patent fights, government investigations and regulation, M&A deals and beyond. Our aim is to analyze the day’s news, showing readers not only what they need to know, but why they need to know it. Beyond the daily, the Fierce Biotech team produces special reports that take stock of the industry’s products and finances, and shed new light on industry trends.

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About Fierce Healthcare
Fierce Healthcare delivers healthcare news at the intersection of business and policy. Our journalists strive to bring our readers breaking industry news, exclusive interviews and thoughtfully-reported stories that offer a deeper insight on how changes in the industry impact their corner of the healthcare world. Our family of publications includes Fierce Healthcare, Fierce Health Payer, Fierce Health IT, Fierce Hospitals, Fierce Practice Management and Fierce Health Finance. Click here to subscribe to one or all of our newsletters.

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About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

Media Contact
Linda Lam
Director of Marketing
Fierce Life Sciences Events
[email protected]