CEA Welcomes Startup America Partnership Tech Entrepreneurs

December 8, 2011

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Partnership with Eureka Park TechZone at the 2012 International CES

ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)^® today announced its collaboration with the Startup America Partnership, an independent nonprofit entity launched at the White House in 2011 to help young companies succeed in order to accelerate job growth in America.

CEA will help advance the next-generation of innovative technology companies, giving Startup America entrepreneurs the opportunity to benefit from the activities of the nation's largest technology trade association. Startup America Partnership will also be a partner in the Eureka Park TechZone at the 2012 International CES, the world’s largest technology tradeshow, where several Startup America Firms will exhibit.

“CEA and the Startup America Partnership share a commitment to supporting young, high-growth companies and innovation in America,” said Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, CEA. “Through our policy efforts and our grassroots Innovation Movement, we have been working tirelessly to preserve an environment in America where innovation and entrepreneurship can thrive. Through this partnership, we hope to support the companies that will help restore the American dream.”

Located at The Venetian, the Eureka Park TechZone is designed to benefit budding entrepreneurs, fledgling start-ups, home grown innovation and small companies looking to gain footing in the consumer electronics industry. This dynamic CES exhibit area will be a hot spot for venture capitalists, investors, media and industry professionals looking for the next big thing in technology.

About CEA:

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the $190 billion U.S. consumer electronics industry. More than 2,000 companies enjoy the benefits of CEA membership, including legislative advocacy, market research, technical training and education, industry promotion, standards development and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA also owns and produces the International CES – The Global Stage for Innovation. All profits from CES are reinvested into CEA’s industry services. Find CEA online at www.CE.org, www.DeclareInnovation.com and through social media; https://www.facebook.com/#!/CEAfeed; http://twitter.com/ceafeed; http://blog.ce.org/.

About the Startup America Partnership:

The Startup America Partnership was launched at the White House in response to President Obama’s call to celebrate, inspire, and accelerate high-growth entrepreneurship throughout the nation. The Partnership is bringing together an alliance of major corporations, funders, service providers, mentors and advisors working to dramatically increase the prevalence and success of high-growth enterprises in the U.S. AOL co-founder Steve Case chairs the Partnership and the Kauffman and Case Foundations are founding partners. American Express OPEN, Dell Inc., Intuit Inc., and Microsoft are sponsors. The Partnership will identify, measure and report on the effectiveness of cross-sector collaboration in support of entrepreneurial ventures and its effect on job creation and growth. For more information on the Partnership, visit www.startupamericapartnership.org and follow at www.twitter.com/startupamerica and www.facebook.com/startupamerica.

UPCOMING EVENTS

CES Unveiled: The Official Press Event of the International CES
January 8, 2012, Las Vegas, NV

2012 International CES
January 10-13, 2012, Las Vegas, NV

Digital Music Forum East
February 22 - 23, 2012, New York, NY
CEA Economic Retreat
Feb 28 - Mar 2, 2012, Vail, CO
LA Games Conference
April 23 - 24, 2012, Los Angeles, CA
2012 Spring Technology & Standards Forum
May 14 - 18, 2012, Dallas, TX
CE Week
June 25 - 29, 2012, New York, NY
CEA Line Shows
June 27 - 28, 2012, New York, NY
CEA Industry Forum
October 14 - 17, 2012, San Francisco, CA
CEO Summit and Board Retreat
October 17 - 19, 2012, CA

CONTACT:

Consumer Electronics Association
Laurie Ann Phillips, 703-907-7654
laphillips@CE.org
CE.org
or
Startup America Partnership
Chris Roche, 202-419-3153
chris@startupamericapartnership.org