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IPC APEX EXPO 2022 Attendees Can Achieve Digital Transcendence at Show Networking Events
October 13, 2021 | IPCEstimated reading time: 1 minute
IPC APEX EXPO 2022 attendees can meet with electronics industry innovators and connect with peers all in one place at the San Diego Convention Center, January 22–27, 2022.
From the exhibit floor to the classroom and everywhere in between, including the International, Newcomers Networking, Show Floor and Women in Electronics at IPC APEX EXPO Receptions; Ice Cream Social; Ribbon Cutting Ceremony; Keynote Sessions; New Products Corridor; Trivia Networking Night; and more, attendees can connect and collaborate.
Among the highly anticipated special events is the opening keynote by New York Times Columnist, Emmy-Winning CBS Sunday Morning Contributor and NOVA Host, David Pogue. On Tuesday, January 25, Pogue will present, “Disruptive Tech & How it Will Affect Your Business: What’s Coming by 2026,” taking attendees on a wild ride through the cutting-edge science and technology that is powering a next wave of technological innovation.
On Wednesday, January 26, John Mitchell, IPC president and CEO, will assess the state of electronics manufacturing and identify the trends that will define the industry’s financial growth and technological progress in 2022 and beyond. Touching on topics that are the focus of board rooms and shop floors: factory modernization, supply chain resiliency, workforce demands, and environmental stewardship, Mitchell will cover ways to navigate your organization to succeed in today’s dynamic global marketplace in his dynamic keynote, “State of the Industry: Electronics Manufacturing Embraces Digital.”
“Special events at IPC APEX EXPO add tremendous value for attendees,” said Alicia Balonek, IPC senior director of trade shows and events. “Networking in person makes a difference; and attendees have an optimal opportunity to network with thousands of their electronics industry colleagues at IPC APEX EXPO 2022,” Balonek added. “Improving your company's performance and furthering your own personal success, making new connections and strengthening existing relationships—it's what makes the IPC APEX EXPO experience priceless.”
Event essentials as well as access to the exhibit hall are only $20 to those who register in advance, a savings of $20 on-site. Attendees who register by December 17 will save 20 percent off registration fees. In addition, attendees who register for the All-Access Package will receive a significant percentage off a la carte options. Schedule and registration details are available at www.IPCAPEXEXPO.org.
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Advanced Electronics Packaging at APEX EXPO with Matt Kelly
04/20/2026 | Real Time with... APEX EXPOThe first advanced electronics packaging conference was well received this year with an engaged audience. Matt Kelly, CTO of the Global Electronics Association says the expanded focus on component and system-level integration fosters unprecedented collaboration across the industry. Also new this year is the Design Pavilion and Technology Theater, bringing commercial value to technical discussions and highlighting the critical role of timely standards development in rapidly evolving sectors like AI and automotive.
Altus Sees Record Start to 2026 as UK And Ireland Electronics Sector Gains Momentum
04/20/2026 | Altus GroupAltus Group has reported its strongest first quarter on record, continuing the positive momentum seen throughout 2025, as electronics manufacturers across the UK and Ireland increase investment in production capacity and capability.
Spirit Electronics Named Authorized Distributor for Microchip Technology
04/17/2026 | Globe NewswireSpirit Electronics, a vertically integrated electronics design and manufacturing solutions provider serving the military and aerospace markets, announced that it has been designated as an authorized distributor for the Americas for Microchip Technology, a broadline supplier of semiconductors committed to making innovative design easier through total system solutions.
The Future of Reflow Soldering Is Here
04/16/2026 | Real Time with... APEX EXPOMichael Hanke discusses how Rehm Thermal Systems is revolutionizing thermal solutions in electronics assembly with their innovative flux-free, no-clean soldering process. This is truly a game changing process that eliminates chamber cleaning and streamlines production. Developed with paste suppliers, this advanced technology promises significant time and cost savings while ensuring high-quality results.
The Global Electronics Association Is Future Forward
04/17/2026 | Real Time with... APEX EXPOJohn W. Mitchell, CEO of the Global Electronics Association, discusses the association's comprehensive role in standards, training, sustainability, and global advocacy. He highlights the industry's critical importance and the association's efforts in workforce development and adapting to AI. The conversation also touches on future trends like personal robotics and innovative approaches to industry standards.