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Real Time with... IPC APEX EXPO 2025: Show Wrap Up—A Review with John Mitchell
April 21, 2025 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
Marcy LaRont sits down with Dr. John W. Mitchell on the last day of IPC APEX EXPO 2025, marking its 25th anniversary. They highlight the event's success and specifically recognize this year's technical conference and professional development tracks. They also discuss AI's role in electronics, as Mitchell urges professionals to improve their skills around AI to keep themselves valuable and relevant. AI is here to stay! He touches upon tariffs and promotes a diverse supply chain, emphasizing the essential ingredient of collaboration for mutual success. Ending on sustainability, he discusses IPC's launch of the Evolve program showcasing the industry's commitment to sustainability.
The 25th IPC APEX EXPO, March 18-20, 2025, at the Anaheim Convention Center in California, has concluded successfully. If you couldn’t make it to the show, don’t worry—the I-Connect007 team has coverage of the entire week’s events. Don’t miss our Real Time with… IPC APEX EXPO 2025 video interviews with the movers and shakers of the electronics industry.
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