ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The International CES Asia today announced that D.C. Chien, chief executive officer (CEO) of IBM Greater China Group, will deliver a keynote address at the inaugural International CES Asia^TM, produced by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® and co-produced by INTEX. Chien joins leaders from Audi and Intel as confirmed 2015 CES Asia keynote speakers. Featuring top technology companies from around the world, CES Asia will run May 25-27 in Shanghai, China and will draw global businesses to showcase the latest products and technologies entering the Asian marketplace.

Chien’s address will take place at 3:30 PM, May 25 at the Kerry Hotel, Level 3, Grand Shanghai Ballroom 2-3. He will discuss IBM’s commitment to advancements in the Internet of Things, as well as the company’s integrated solutions in business strategy.

“During his tenure at IBM, Mr. Chien has cemented IBM as a top brand in the Asian marketplace, growing the company’s business across China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and beyond,” said Gary Shapiro, president and CEO, CEA. “We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Chien to the CES Asia keynote program, where he will share IBM’s vision for the Internet of Things and the company’s exciting plans for the future.”

D.C. Chien currently serves as the CEO of IBM Greater China Group (GCG). Mr. Chien began his career in 1977 in IBM Taiwan as a system engineer. Since then, he has held senior leadership positions including General Manager of ASEAN/South Asia, Vice President for Systems & Technology Group (STG) in Asia Pacific region and General Manager of STG in GCG. Mr. Chien played a key role in developing IBM’s sales and distribution channels in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan during his tenure as Director of Business Operations in GCG in the late 90’s. He also served as General Manager of IBM Taiwan from 1993 to 1996.

Chien joins Audi’s Rupert Stadler and Intel’s Kirk Skaugen as confirmed CES Asia keynote speakers. Rupert Stadler, chairman of the board of management at Audi AG will deliver the preshow keynote address at the 2015 International CES Asia at 5 PM Sunday, May 24 in the Jumeirah Hotel, DaGuan Theatre. Kirk Skaugen, senior vice president and general manager of the Client Computing Group for Intel Corporation will take the keynote stage at 10:30 AM on May 25 at the Kerry Hotel, Level 3, Grand Shanghai Ballroom 2-3. Keynote addresses are complimentary for all CES Asia attendees, and a CES Asia badge is all that is required for entry.

Initially 20,000 gross square meters (8,500 net square meters), the CES Asia show floor has recently expanded by nearly 10 percent and will house an estimated 250 exhibitors that currently represent 14 countries. Major global brands are supporting the show through show floor exhibitions and private meeting room space to conduct critical business at CES Asia. Top brands participating in CES Asia are highlighted below:

The full list of companies exhibiting at CES Asia can be found via the Exhibitor Directory.

In addition to ground-breaking exhibits on the show floor, CES Asia will showcase a dynamic conference program with topics ranging from the Internet of Things, connectivity, 3D printing, robotics, lifestyles, smart home and sports and fitness. Additional speakers and panel sessions will be announced in the coming weeks.

CEA is co-producing CES Asia with INTEX Shanghai Co. Ltd., a prominent producer of international tradeshows in China. Special co-organizers for CES Asia include the Chinese Electronic Chamber of Commerce (CECC) and the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Product (CCCME).To register for the 2015 CES Asia, please visit CESAsia.com.

Journalists traveling from outside of China will require a J-2 visa. For questions about exhibiting at CES Asia, contact Brian Moon at bmoon@CE.org or +1 703-907-4351.

About CEA:

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the technology trade association representing the $286 billion U.S. consumer electronics industry. More than 2,000 companies enjoy the benefits of CEA membership, including legislative and regulatory 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.

About the International CES Asia:

Owned and produced by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)^® and co-produced by INTEX, the International CES Asia will serve as the premier event for the consumer technology industry, showcasing the full breadth and depth of the innovation value-chain in the Asian marketplace. Key global businesses will come to this new event to grow and reinforce their brand by showcasing the latest products and technologies to CE industry executives, foreign buyers, international media and a limited number of consumers from China. Attendees will have exclusive access to some of the largest brands from China and around the world, while celebrating the innovation that defines the CE industry.

About INTEX:

INTEX is the sub joint venture company of CCPIT (China Council for the Promotion of International Trade) Shanghai, which started 1992. INTEX is a prominent producer of international tradeshows in China, owning venues in Shanghai, and managing various exhibition venues outside of Shanghai. INTEX Shanghai is the vice chairman of SCEIA, the Deputy Director of CAEC and the member of UFI. As the first venue management company that imported the first level pattern of management and experience in Shanghai, it is jointly invested by Shanghai Hongqiao E&T Development Zone United Development Co., Ltd., Council for the Promotion of International Trade Shanghai and Istithmar P&O Estates FZE. INTEX was the first international exhibition center passing ISO9001 quality certification in China and has a stand-out reputation in the domestic exhibition industry.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• 2015 International CES Asia
  May 25-27, 2015, Shanghai, China
• CEO Summit
  May 25-27, 2015, Shanghai, China
• CEA Innovate!
  November 8-10, 2015, New York, NY
• CE Hall of Fame Dinner
  November 9, 2015, New York, NY
• CES Unveiled New York
  November 10, 2015, New York, NY
• CES Unveiled Las Vegas
  January 4, 2016, Las Vegas, NV
• 2016 International CES
  January 6-9, 2016, Las Vegas, NV

Contacts

Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)
Allison Fried, 703-907-7603
afried@CE.org
www.CESAsia.com
or
Tara Dunion, 703-907-7419
tdunion@CE.org
www.CE.org