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Dates Announced for IntertechPira's 8th Annual Smart Fabrics Conference

"We are thrilled to be back in Miami for our eighth annual Smart Fabrics conference," said Barbara Rojas, Conference Director, IntertechPira. "Every year brings new and exciting developments to this ever-evolving industry, and Smart Fabrics 2012 will provide a unique platform for industry insiders to gather and share their expertise on the latest technologies, and help create a roadmap to further move the industry forward."

The advisory board is complete for Smart Fabrics 2012 and includes Stacey Burr, Vice President of Wearable Sports Electronics, adidas; Derek Campbell, Director, Global Product Innovation, The North Face; Hap Klopp, Chairman, Cocona Fabric; Tom Martin, Associate Professor, Virginia Tech; Liesbeth van Pieterson, Senior Scientist & Department Head Brain, Body & Behavior, Philips Research; and Dr. Patricia Wilson, President and Principal, Fabric Works.

IntertechPira is currently accepting abstracts from anyone wishing to present at Smart Fabrics 2012. If you wish to be considered as a speaker, please submit your abstract for consideration to Barbara Rojas at barbara.rojas@pira-international.com by September 9, 2011. The abstract should include: title and bulleted outline for the presentation, one-paragraph summary explaining the content of the proposed topic(s), and the name, job title, affiliation and one-paragraph biography of the proposed speaker.

Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities will be available, including during the hosted luncheons, breaks and receptions, which will be held throughout the duration of the conference. Please contact Brian Santos at +1 207 781 9618 or brian.santos@pira-international.com if you are interested in learning more about becoming a sponsor or exhibitor.

IntertechPira is also seeking media partners for Smart Fabrics 2012. If you would like to participate as a media partner or attend the conference as a member of the press, please contact Rebecca Kotsimpulos at + 1 207 781 9616 or rebecca.kotsimpulos@pira-international.com.

For more information, please visit www.smartfabricsconference.com.

About IntertechPira

IntertechPira provides events, market research, publications, strategic and technical consulting to niche, emerging and high growth industries. Market coverage includes lighting and displays, alternative energy, home and personal care, industrial biotechnology, performance materials and chemicals. IntertechPira is a division of Pira International.

IntertechPira
Rebecca Kotsimpulos, + 1 207-781-9616
rebecca.kotsimpulos@pira-international.com