Special Sessions

Tuesday, August 5, 5:30 – 6:30 pm

Learn about ways to demonstrate your expertise with IEEE membership!  IEEE has several membership categories to help you describe your level of knowledge and position in the community.  The TEMS President-Elect will discuss the Senior Member grade, the highest level for which members can apply.  Qualified members can prepare Senior Member applications on the spot, with help from TEMS volunteers.  Furthermore, the TEMS leader for the IEEE Fellow Evaluation Committee will discuss the IEEE Fellow process. You will have the opportunity to ask all your questions to prepare high-quality nominations.  

Moderator: Tariq Samad, Univ. of Minnesota

Panelists: Sudeendra Koushik, Innovation by Design; Min Xie, City University of Hong Kong; Puneet Sharma, Hewlett Packard Enterprises

Tuesday, August 5, 6:30 pm 

Present your new idea to a team of startup veterans and investors! 

Participants in the Monday workshop are guaranteed presentation slots. Sign up is required to present a pitch. All TEMSCON Global participants are invited to attend. 

SIGN UP HERE

Interested in Open Pitch? Join us and sign up upon arrival!

Format: 5 minute pitch / 5 minute Q&A.  All time limits will be strictly enforced. 

The 2025 winner of Beach Buzz will have breakfast with a group of investors!

Thursday, August 7, 8:30 am - 10:50 am

Designed for doctoral students and junior faculty, this interactive forum brings together TEMS journal editors and leaders to share candid insights on publishing, professional development, and volunteer pathways. Whether you're beginning your publishing journey or looking to grow your academic visibility, this session will equip you with practical advice and networking opportunities to launch your academic journey in technology and engineering management with lasting impact.

Key Topics: 

• Thriving in a Digitally Driven Reseach World
• International Research Collaboration & Global Careers
• Make Your Mark in TEMS: Reviewer, Volunteer, or Leader
• Get Published & Mentored: Insider Advice from TESM Editors

Session Chairs: Noorlizawati Abd Rahim

Speakers: Richard Evans, Eduardo Ahumada-Tello, Alexander Brem & Sabine Baumann