Electronic System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM)

The Grace Hopper Celebration India is proud to announce this track in partnership with:

Semiconductor is at the heart of electronics and India Semiconductor Association (ISA) has played a catalyst’s role in the growth of the semiconductor industry in India.

ISA is the premier trade body representing the Indian Electronic System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) industry and has represented it since 2005. ISA is committed towards building global awareness for the Indian ESDM industry and supporting its growth through focused initiatives in developing the ecosystem. This is through publishing credible data, networking events and alliances with other international associations. ISA works closely with the Government as a knowledge partner on the sector, both at the centre and at the state level. Since its inception, ISA has worked towards establishing a vibrant semiconductor ecosystem in the country. It has been at the forefront of creating visibility and awareness for the Indian ESDM industry. The demand in the Indian market was USD 45 Billion in 2008-09 and is expected to reach USD 400 Billion by 2020.

To continue the role in the growth of ESDM industry, ISA has started various initiatives, one of which is the Women in Technology Forum. The Forum aims to create a platform for networking and sharing information amongst women engineers and executives. The Forum also aspires to highlight role models and enhance the pipeline of talent in the ESDM industry. With this vision in focus ISA in partnership with the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing (GHC) in India brings to you a high powered panel on December 15, 2011 at Bangalore.

The Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing is a series of conferences designed to bring the research and career interests of women in computing to the forefront. The celebrations in the past have resulted in collaborative proposals, networking, mentoring, and increased visibility of the contributions of women in computing.

ISA session on Women in Technology – Semiconductor, Systems and Electronics
Date: Thursday, December 15 2011
8:30am – 9:30am: Registration
9:30am – 10:30am: Plenary Keynote Address with all attendees
10:45am – 11:30am: Welcome/Keynote for ESDM Track: Dina McKinney, Corporate Vice President, Technology Group, AMD
11:30am – 1:00pm: Panel discussion on “Opportunities and Growth in the Semiconductor industry”
Eminent panelists from ISA member companies will share their views on the Opportunities and Growth potential in the semiconductor industry. The panel would also touch upon the Innovation that lies ahead and Challenges faced.
1:00pm – 2:00pm: Lunch with all conference attendees
2:00pm – 3:00pm: Technical Poster attendees for all conference attendees
3:00pm – 3:15pm: Break
3:15pm – 4:15pm: Attend conference session
4:15pm – 4:30pm: Break
4:30pm – 5:30pm: Attend Birds of a Feather Session
5:30pm – 6:30pm: Attend conference dinner for all attendees
6:30pm – 9:00pm: Attend Awards Presentation and dancing
Venue: KTPO, Bangalore
Register here by December 10th

Who should attend?
• Current and prospective professionals in semiconductor industry
• Students considering career options