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September 11, 2008 -- Trends in Executive Compensation
AUDIENCE: CEOs, CFOs, COOs, Presidents, VPs and Human Resources professionals.

When faced with uncertainty and changing business conditions, your organization's most critical asset -- talent -- is at its highest risk of loss or demotivation. Companies may not realize their employees' full potential or worse, risk losing the "difference makers" because they fail to adapt existing compensation systems to new business realities. Compensation plans that work in a stable market can have unintended consequences in more volatile conditions, creating a disconnect between pay and actual results. The prospect of reduced or zero value from the stock option plan can drive inappropriate risk-taking while creating retention issues. Join us for a webinar that covers what is going on today in equity-based compensation, strategies to address underwater stock options and more. Two speakers from Grant Thornton, LLP will lead this event: Donald Nemerov, Compensation and Benefits Practice and Jim Gandurks, CBC Director.
COST: Free for AeA Members, $25 Non-members. 
DETAILS: http://www.aeanet.org/events/mwms_execcompwebinar0908.asp

September 23, 2008 -- Attracting Institutional Investors in a Challenging Environment

Attracting the right institutional investors continues to be an important goal for publicly traded technology companies. Today’s market conditions are making this more challenging than ever. AeA has assembled an experienced panel of CFOs, IR firms and institutional investors to review effective investor relations strategies for maximizing your company's investor experience and increasing your company's valuation. Panelists include: Christine Russell, Chief Financial Officer, Virage Logic Corporation; Douglas Whitman, Portfolio Manager, Whitman Capital, Inc.; Jim Fanucchi, Co-Founder, The Summit IR Group; and Rich Arnold, Chief Financial Officer, Phoenix Technologies.
COST: Complimentary, but advance registration required.
DETAILS: http://www.aeanet.org/events/EventsCatalog.cfm?Product_Major=BA090804

September 25, 2008 -- Regulatory Compliance: What You Need to Know About International Traffic in Arms Regulations

In today’s global economy, companies need to understand fully U.S. export regulations -- even those who do not directly sell their products overseas. U.S. export regulations are increasingly complex and wide-ranging, and those who fail to apply proper diligence to this area are vulnerable to heavy fines and serious legal repercussions. One such export regulation is the ITAR, International Traffic in Arms Regulations, covering companies of all sizes who sell to the Defense Department, whether or not they directly export products to foreign markets. International trade regulations like the ITAR also are a growing factor influencing internal company operations and M&A transactions.
COST: $50 members; $100 non-members. 
DETAILS: http://www.aeanet.org/Events/neaj_ITAR_webinar_sept08.asp

November 2-5, 2008 -- AeA Financial Classic

AUDIENCE:  For publicly traded high tech companies with a market cap or revenues over $100 million in market cap or revenues.  For investors focused on technology markets.

This event returns this year to San Diego. Now in its 38th year, the Classic builds on its strong reputation of giving public technology companies a superb venue and format in which to showcase their companies to key technology investors, pick up new investors and build shareholder value. The conference is divided into two sessions, with each presenting company assigned a private meeting room where they conduct multiple 45-minute meetings with investors. Session 1 runs from November 2-4 for companies with a market cap or revenues of $300 million to $4 billion and includes 11 presentations. Session 2 runs from November 4-5 for companies with a market cap or revenues between $100 and $300 million and includes 9 presentations. Featuring 200 presenting companies, over 600 investors and ample time for networking, this is a must attend event for public high tech companies seeking investors and visibility. Contact AeA's Anne Doherty Johnson, 781.938.1925, x105 for more details.

Watch this space for additional events of interest. 

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Planning a Meeting in Washington, DC or Silicon Valley, CA?
AeA members have access to our two Conference Centers, in Washington, DC and Silicon Valley, CA, for board of directors, company meetings, product launches, press conferences or receptions.
     Washington, DC -- AeA’s David Packard Conference Center.  Located on Pennsylvania Avenue in the heart of the nation’s Capitol, this newly redesigned conference center has a meeting capacity for up to 80, state of the art audio/visual equipment and a catering staging area.  View photos, room specifications and more.  Details: 202.682-9110, ext 447.
     Santa Clara, CA – AeA’s Concourse Conference Center, Silicon Valley.  Located at the Tech Mart Building in the heart of Silicon Valley and convenient to San Jose airport, this center has a meeting capacity for up to 100, audio/visual equipment and convenient parking. Details: 800.284.4232.

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Advance payment is required for all AeA events.

• REGISTER ONLINE NOW:  Fast and easy -- Events listed by date.

• FAX: Complete the form linked below and fax to AeA New England at 781.938.0091

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• E-MAIL: NECouncil@aeanet.org    Please include date, event title along with your name, title, company, email and phone number.  PLEASE DO NOT send credit card information via email. You will be contacted for payment information.

• PHONE:  AeA New England, 781.938.1925 x105 to register by telephone with a credit card.  For check payments, please register by mail.

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AeA events are designed to help you:
- Network with peers over timely topics.
- Benefit from practical tips and best practices you can start using immediately.
- Stay in the know on industry trends and key developments.
- Stay ahead of the curve on legal and regulatory changes impacting high-tech.
- Better understand government and market forces critical to your company's future.

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