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12 SMT007 MAGAZINE I DECEMBER 2022 emerging technology themes and the micro trends defining the future of electronics; and I look forward to sharing more on workforce modernization. For the first time, IPC E-Textiles, the inter- national conference for the e-textiles industry, will be co-located with IPC APEX EXPO. is global e-textiles industry event allows prod- uct designers, technical experts, and com- pany executives from around the world to col- laborate on new ideas, view and get hands-on access to the latest innovations, and learn how to build reliable products. e EMS Leadership Summit on Jan. 23 will bring together current and future industry leaders to solve problems, build business net- works, and share insights on doing business better. Focused on high-level topics that drive business growth and financial success, lead- ers will gather insights from experts and dis- cuss both their current and potential new best practices during panel discussions and round- tables. is meeting of minds inspires action and builds resources for participants, future leaders, and the greater EMS industry. Our educational offer ings at the show have always been unique and 2023 will be no exception. IPC's Technical Program Committee (TPC) created an expert lineup of speaker s and instr uctor s in technical education and professional development. Our carefully curated Technical Conference will include presentations featuring topical studies, new technologies, advanced materials, and the latest processes that help improve the efficiency and quality of your manufacturing. Attendees will have the opportunity to select from five hot topic tracks: Factory of the Future and future technologies; PCB fabrication and materials; quality, reliability, test, and inspection; assembly and materials; and high- density interconnects and microvias. Two special Technical Conference sessions will also cover advanced packaging and e-mobility. Pr o f e s s i o nal d e v e l o p m e n t c o u r s e s w i l l i n c l u d e s o m e t h i ng f o r e v e r yo n e , f r o m Join panel discussion leader Yolita Wildman Nugent, Betazip, for "Business and Economics Impacts— the Real World of Product Development," at IPC E-Textiles 2023. How do you ensure that embedded electronics are stretchable and flexible? Don't miss Jessica Stanley's presentation at IPC E-Textiles 2023, "Enabling Stretchable LED Circuits for Wearable Applications Through 3D Geometry," Jan. 23, 2023. Save your seat: https://hubs.li/Q01sZh1S0 Reserve your spot: https://hubs.li/Q01sJ0BR0 J ess i c a S t a n l ey