A new format designed to encourage networking among attendees will be introduced and will include roundtable discussions, facilitated group case study exercises, organized networking, panel discussions, innovator presentations and more.
In response to your feedback, more space and more time is being allocated to the Innovators' Showcase. Meet with other innovators and enjoy a hands-on look at their nominated products. The Showcase is held in conjunction with the first day's Welcome Reception and continues throughout the day during the Meet the Innovators Forum.
An exciting new venue will create the backdrop to another outstanding evening of Award presentations as the winners of our 2013 Edison Awards will be announced. The 2013 Edison Achievement Award will also be presented during this black-tie reception and dinner overlooking Chicago's spectacular skyline.
Ideally situated on the Chicago River, the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers is within walking distance of Navy Pier, the Chicago Cultural Center, Magnificent Mile shopping, Millennium Park, the Loop business district and all of the other local favorites that make Chicago a one of a kind destination. Each of the hotel's guest rooms and suites feature lake, river and city skyline views. The hotel also features five distinctive restaurants and bars.
