SIG-11 Members:

Every year SIG-11 hosts the Developers Forum at the annual RESNA conference. This is a 2-3 hour evening event that allows product developers, researchers, and manufacturers to get together with clinicians, RESNA attendees and end users to discuss new technology, provide feedback on existing technology, and formulate ideas for new products. The Forum focuses on products in the areas of computer software/hardware, augmentative communication, and environmental control. It is an excellent opportunity for clinicians, engineers, and consumers who use this type of assistive technology to provide input into the development process. Manufacturers and developers bring their products to demonstrate during this time. The atmosphere is informal and similar to a mini exhibit hall.

I am looking for some SIG members who would be willing to help with calling vendors and asking them if they would like to participate in this event. We typically call most of the larger or well known AT companies (there are about 40-50 on our list), but if you know of a company or individual that you think might not be on our list, please send their name and contact information to me directly. Also, if you are aware of a company or reseller in the Long Beach area, please let me know. This would be an excellent opportunity for local companies to experience RESNA and show their products, without a lot of extra hassle and expense.

Last year each volunteer had about 10 companies to call. This isn't a huge time commitment, but the more people that get involved, the easier it is, so please consider helping.

If you are interested send me your name, phone number, and email address.

Thanks!

Patty Benzing, SIG-11 Chair
University Hospital School
100 Hawkins Dr., Room #333
Iowa City, IA  52242-1011
319/356-4657
319/356-8284 fax
patty-benzing@uiowa.edu