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CableLabs Envision Vendor Forum 2023: FTTP & Optical

May 3 - 4, 2023
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CableLabs Envision Vendor Forum 2023: FTTP & Optical is a highly consumable virtual event that will take place May 3–4, 2023, 9:00–11:30 a.m. MDT on both days.  

Envision is a free, exclusive event designed for executives, senior technologists and strategists who are responsible for fiber optic infrastructure products. This event is open to employees of CableLabs’ member companies and vendors that develop fiber optic infrastructure-related hardware, software, components, services and/or platforms targeted toward operators in the broadband connectivity market.

Participants at Envision can expect keynotes and panel discussions focused on key technology, policy, security, and strategy questions on fiber optical infrastructure deployments. Topics include primary challenges in the industry from an operator point of view, technology hurdles unique to cable operators and thought-leading vendor perspectives. CableLabs will provide the latest updates on programs and technology projects planned to accelerate the work in this area.

Be Part of the Conversation!

Registration is open and applies to the full two-day event. The event is FREE, and each person must register separately. A company email address is required to register. 

This event is closed to press, media and analysts.

Online Registration Deadline: April 28, 2023 

Recordings of the event will be made available only to CableLabs members and NDA vendor companies. To learn more about becoming a part of the CableLabs vendor community, please visit the CableLabs website. 

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    Date and Location

    Date: May 3–4, 2023
    Time: 9:00–11:30 a.m. MDT
    Location: Virtual Event

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    Who Should Attend?

    Envision is a free, exclusive event designed for executives, senior technologists and strategists who are responsible for fiber optic infrastructure products. The event is open to employees from CableLabs member companies and employees of vendor companies who develop fiber optic infrastructure-related hardware, software, components, services and/or platforms targeted for operators in the broadband connectivity market.

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    Registration Fees

    Registration is complimentary.
    Company email address required to register.

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Speakers

  • Doug Blue

    Business Development, Nokia

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  • Ed Boyd

    VP of PON R&D, Ciena

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  • Gary Cunha

    Sr. Director, Business Development, PON Solutions, CommScope

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  • Mike Emmendorfer

    VP, Technology Solutions, Calix

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  • Shawn Esser

    Director, Product Management, Coherent

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  • Dr. Zhensheng “Steve” Jia

    Distinguished Technologist & Director of Advanced Optical Technologies, CableLabs

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  • Dr. Curtis Knittle

    VP of Wired Technologies, CableLabs

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  • Robert Kuse

    Senior Director, Cox Communications

  • Jason Lauer

    VP of Engineering & Operations, Kyrio

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  • John Lee

    NGA Access Architect, Vodafone

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  • Jaimie Lenderman

    Research Manager and Principal Analyst, Omdia

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  • Dr. Pao Lo

    Vice President of Network Engineering, Midco

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  • Israel Madiedo

    Director, Innovation & Technology, izzi (Televisa Group)

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  • Venk Mutalik

    Comcast Fellow, Comcast Communications

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  • Ryan Nicometo

    Senior Vice President and General Manager of Video & Broadband Solutions, Vecima

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  • Maryam Niknamfar

    Principal Architect, Charter Communications

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  • Matthew Schmitt

    Principal Architect, CableLabs

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  • Courtney Seely

    SVP & Chief Legal Officer, CableLabs

  • Chris Stengrim

    VP of Technology Strategy, CableLabs

  • Eric Svenson

    CTO/VP Engineering & Technical Operations, Armstrong

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  • Fernando Villarruel

    Chief Architect, MSO Practice, Ciena

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Agenda

    • 9:00 AM – 9:10 AM MDT Welcome

      Speakers:
      Dr. Curtis Knittle, VP of Wired Technologies, CableLabs
      Chris Stengrim, VP of Technology Strategy, CableLabs
      Courtney Seely, SVP & Chief Legal Officer, CableLabs
    • 9:10 AM – 9:55 AM MDT Operator Wish Lists for Optical Networks

      In this session, operators will present a global perspective on the pain points they are experiencing as they plan and deploy their optical networks. Wishful innovations for future optical network deployments will be discussed.

      Moderator:
      Dr. Curtis Knittle, VP Wired Technologies, CableLabs
      Speakers:
      Robert Kuse, Senior Director, Cox Communications
      Israel Madiedo, Director, Innovation & Technology, izzi (Televisa Group)
      Maryam Niknamfar, Principal Architect, Charter Communications
    • 9:55 AM – 10:25 AM MDT Accessing Coherent: Activating the Access Network

      Coherent technology is finally coming to the access network. Panelists will discuss implementation, new and emerging products and the new service opportunities this will enable.

      Moderator:
      Matt Schmitt, Principal Architect, CableLabs
      Speakers:
      Shawn Esser, Director, Product Management, Coherent
      Fernando Villarruel, Chief Architect, MSO Practice, Ciena
    • 10:25 AM – 10:35 AM MDT A Splice

      Join us for a “splice of life”. This un-moderated session is a 10-minute pause in the action meant to give you a break from the screen and a chance to recharge in preparation for the final sessions and speakers.
    • 10:35 AM – 10:55 AM MDT Exploring the World of Optical Innovations

      Unlocking the Future of Tech: Dr. Steve Jia dives into the latest in coherent optical technology, distributed optical fiber sensing, quantum networking and more.

      Speaker:
      Dr. Steve Jia, Distinguished Technologist & Director of Advanced Optical Technology, CableLabs
    • 10:55 AM – 11:20 AM MDT Hurricane Heroes: Comcast’s Recovery from Hurricane Ian

      Venk Mutalik, Comcast Fellow, shares how Comcast used P2P coherent optics to speed recovery after Florida’s Hurricane Ian in 2022.

      Moderator:
      Chris Stengrim, VP of Technology Strategy, CableLabs
      Speaker:
      Venk Mutalik, Comcast Fellow, Comcast Communications
    • 11:20 AM – 11:30 AM MDT Wrap-Up

      Curtis Knittle and Chris Stengrim reflect on the top points of the day and will offer a preview of Day 2.

      Speakers:
      Dr. Curtis Knittle, VP of Wired Technologies, CableLabs
      Chris Stengrim, VP of Technology Strategy, CableLabs
    • 11:30 AM MDT Adjourn
    • 9:00 AM – 9:10 AM MDT Welcome

      Speakers:
      Dr. Curtis Knittle, VP of Wired Technologies, CableLabs
      Chris Stengrim, VP of Technology Strategy, CableLabs
      Courtney Seely, SVP & Chief Legal Officer, CableLabs
    • 9:10 AM – 9:40 AM MDT Operator Spotlight: PONtificating Fiber’s Future for the next Decade

      How do operators see PON evolving? What are the key factors that operators are considering that will drive their deployments in the years to come? This panel will address these key questions and more.

      Moderator:
      Chris Stengrim, VP of Technology Strategy, CableLabs
      Speakers:
      John Lee, NGA Access Architect, Vodafone
      Eric Svenson, CTO/VP Engineering & Technical Operations, Armstrong
    • 9:40 AM – 10:00 AM MDT Getting on the Same Wavelength: The Importance of Interoperability in PON Equipment

      Hear operator and vendor perspectives on the importance of interoperability for PON equipment. What impact can the industry expect? What is the best approach?

      Moderator:
      Jason Lauer, VP of Engineering & Operations, Kyrio
      Speakers:
      Dr. Pao Lo, VP of Network Engineering, Midco
      Ryan Nicometo, Senior VP and GM of Video & Broadband Solutions, Vecima
    • 10:00 AM – 10:10 AM MDT A Splice

      Join us for a “splice of life”. This un-moderated session is a 10-minute pause in the action meant to give you a break from the screen and a chance to recharge in preparation for the final sessions and speakers.
    • 10:10 AM – 10:25 AM MDT Spotlight: CableLabs Optical Program Highlights

      CableLabs shares its roadmap for evolving optical technologies, including updates on current and upcoming activities and available resources.

      Speaker:
      Dr. Curtis Knittle, VP of Wired Technologies, CableLabs
    • 10:25 AM – 11:05 AM MDT INSIGHTS: Cable & PON from the Vendor perspective. What can the Cable community do to increase the velocity of PON adoption?

      What should the Cable community do to increase the velocity of PON adoption? During this session vendors will discuss the challenges of selling into and supporting the cable industry as operators move toward FTTx. In particular, how can the community come together to create scalable solutions that benefit everyone?

      Moderator:
      Dr. Curtis Knittle, VP of Wired Technologies, CableLabs
      Speakers:
      Doug Blue, Business Development, Nokia
      Ed Boyd, VP of PON R&D, Ciena
      Gary Cunha, Sr. Director, Business Development, PON Solutions, CommScope
      Mike Emmendorfer, VP, Technology Solutions, Calix
    • 11:05 AM – 11:20 AM MDT Across the Spectrum: An Analyst’s View

      Hear the latest perspective on the Optical Market. Jaimie Lenderman joins us with an overview on trends and anticipated growth for the next decade.

      Speaker:
      Jaimie Lenderman, Research Manager and Principal Analyst, Omdia
    • 11:20 AM – 11:30 AM MDT Wrap-Up

      CableLabs summarizes key take-aways and will review how to access event materials and recordings.

      Speakers:
      Dr. Curtis Knittle, VP of Wired Technologies, CableLabs
      Chris Stengrim, VP of Technology Strategy, CableLabs
    • 11:30 AM MDT Adjourn
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