SpinDance 2020 IoT Symposium

Studies predict that between now and 2035, the world will have a trillion connected computers built into everything from food packaging to bridges and clothes. Keeping the pace and strategizing how to be successful in IoT is a challenge for most companies.

Whether you are just starting the journey of IoT or realizing the conversion to a tech company, overcoming the challenges with a proven process and support makes for a successful transformation.

SpinDance invites you to its 3rd annual IoT symposium. At this event, you will:

• Hear about the latest trends in IoT from keynote Stacey Higginbotham, IoT Expert, Editor and Contributor
• Learn how to assess where your company is in the IoT journey and what to do next
• Better understand how to build an IoT strategy systematically
• Learn how to successfully deliver an IoT product
• Hear from other companies in a variety of industries who will share their IoT story including tips, challenges, and successes
• Network with others on various stages of the IoT journey

A one-of-a-kind event for executives, marketers, engineers, and IoT professionals to give the framework, support, and inspiration needed to achieve success in IoT into the future.

8:30- 9:00 am

Check-In, Continental Breakfast, and Networking

9:00 - 9:15 am

Welcome

9:15 - 10:15 am

Keynote: What’s Next in IoT? Stacey Higginbotham

10:15 - 10:45 am

What does the IoT Journey Look Like - Where are you now?

11:00 - 12:00 noon

Breakout Sessions – Select One

1) Assessing and Road Mapping for IoT

2) User Experience & Development

3) Extending the Value of your IoT Product

12:00 -12:45 pm

Lunch, Networking

12:45 -1:45 pm

Best Practices to Delivering an IoT Product

1:45 - 2:45 pm

Case Study - Scott Reese, CTO, Harbor Industries

2:45 – 3:00 pm

Break

3:00 - 4:00 pm

Case Study – Matt Ebrom, Director of Electronic Systems Engineering at BISSELL Homecare, Inc

4:00 - 4:45 pm

Roundtable Discussion - Topics include:

• Security

• OTA Ownership

• Release Management & Delivery

• Business Value Proposition

• Product Owner Pitfalls

• MVP Definition

• Culture of Code Quality

• Dependencies across departments/vendors

• Managing Technical Debt

4:45 - 5:00pm

Closing Remarks

5:00 - 7:00pm

Reception & Networking

FAQs

What are the closest hotel accommodations?

The Embassy Suites Downtown Grand Rapids has a block of hotel rooms reserved for SpinDance Symposium attendees with a special rate of $179.00 plus taxes. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel at (616) 512-5700 or toll-free reservation number at 1-800-774-1500.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Downtown Grand Rapids

Will meals be provided?

Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Beverages for the reception also provided.

What are my parking options at the event?

A parking structure is attached to the hotel and comes with parking fees. Street parking is also available, please abide by all parking signs.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

hello@spindance.com