Source: Sage
Sage Helps Showcase B.C. Companies to the World at Consumer Electronics Show
Joins With B.C. Innovation Council and metabridge to Bring Together Technology Leaders From Across North America to Spotlight Entrepreneurial Spirit
RICHMOND, BC--(Marketwire - December 16, 2009) - Sage North America announced today that it is
joining the British Columbia Innovation Council and metabridge in hosting
an event during next month's 2010 CES, the international Consumer
Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The invitation-only event, scheduled for
January 7 at the new Aria Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, is designed to
connect established technology industry leaders with innovative
entrepreneurs from British Columbia's Okanagan region, helping to build
relationships and foster opportunities.
Dubbed metabridge, a link to established technology centers, the event will
be hosted by the Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission and is
the brainchild of Steve Wandler, a successful technology entrepreneur who
returned to the Okanagan after the acquisition of his start-up by a company
in Silicon Valley. Sage is co-hosting this event to assist metabridge's
efforts in spotlighting these budding entrepreneurs and providing
opportunities to the growing technology community in the Okanagan.
"Sage has been supporting the dreams and goals of entrepreneurs for more
than 30 years," said Jamie Sutherland, vice president and general manager,
Simply Accounting by Sage. "By partnering with metabridge to host this
event at CES, we're continuing that rich heritage, bringing together our
peers in the industry, opening dialogue and encouraging growth in the
Okanagan technology community."
Sage is also hosting the 5th Annual Thought Leader Appreciation Forum and
Dinner, scheduled for January 7th at the Aria Las Vegas. This exclusive
event is the premier gathering of the 'best and brightest' of the US tax
and accounting industry.
For more information about the metabridge event, please visit
www.ratpackreception.com.
About metabridge
The metabridge initiative is designed to provide direct connection and
access to key technology players for local companies seeking investment,
joint partnerships, mentorship and advisory opportunities. The annual CES
event is aimed at creating opportunities and connecting with local
companies.
About Sage North America
Sage North America is part of The Sage Group plc, a leading global supplier
of business management software and services. Sage North America employs
more than 4,100 people and supports nearly 3.1 million small and
medium-size business customers. The Sage Group plc, formed in 1981, was
floated on the London Stock Exchange in 1989 and now employs 13,400 people
and supports 6.1 million customers worldwide. For more information, please
visit the Web site at www.sagenorthamerica.com.
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Contact Information: Contacts:
Monisha Khanna
604.207.8676
Monisha.Khanna@sage.com
Aimee Ertley
770-724-4556
Aimee.Ertley@sage.com