Join us for 5G Innovation Sessions
Unlock the potential
of your operations
with 5G.

Wednesday, September 20, 2023
4:30-7:30 PM ET | Washington, D.C.

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    • Overview

    • Join Verizon Frontline and Ericsson for an exclusive, invitation-only event at historic Union Station. This spectacular setting, just blocks from the U.S. Capitol will host a curated program demonstrating the transformative impact of the latest 5G technology.

      Verizon Frontline represents our 30-year commitment to delivering reliable and resilient mission-critical communication solutions to the public safety community.

      During this 5G Innovation Session, you will hear from product experts and distinguished leaders in the world of public safety on how 5G solutions are creating better outcomes today and helping shape the future. Engage in thought-provoking conversations with your peers and learn how public and private 5G network solutions can give you more agility, security and control, for true response-readiness.

      Whether you are part of a federal, state or local agency, this event is a must-attend to get or remain at the forefront of your field. You will also have the opportunity to check out some of our latest innovative public safety vehicles and deployable assets (THOR, RRCU, MUTT & others).

      Stay tuned for updates on speakers, location, and product demonstrations.

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    • Washington Union Station
      50 Massachusetts Ave NE
      Washington, D.C. 20002

    • Wednesday, September 20, 2023
      4:30 - 7:30 PM ET
      Doors open: 4:15 PM ET

    • *You must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age to attend this event. Refreshments and beverages will be provided at no charge to attendees. If you are subject to any restrictions on accepting these items, you are under no obligation to accept them. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns in this regard.

    • Session agenda

    • Segment Speakers
      Verizon's Commitment to 5G 

      Scott Lawrence, Senior Vice President, Global Solutions, Verizon Business

      Ericsson's Commitment to 5G 

      Sandra Cutrona, Vice President, Sales and Business Development for Verizon Account, Ericsson North America

      Fireside Chat: The Importance of Partnership 

      Kyle Malady, CEO, Verizon Business Group (moderator)
      Jodi Kouts, Senior Advisor for Policy for the Chief Information Officer, U.S. Department of Energy

      Panel Discussion: Creating Custom 5G Solutions Maggie Hallbach, President, Verizon Frontline (moderator)
      Chief J. Thomas Manger, Chief of Police, U.S. Capitol Police
      Chief D. Samuel Dotson III, VP and Chief of Police, Amtrak Police Department
      Blaze Vincent, Director, Technology and Business Development, Ericsson North America
      Fireside Chat: The Importance of Partnership 

      Massimo Peselli, CRO, Global Enterprise and Public Sector, Verizon Business Group (moderator)
      Jeffrey Stern, Superintendent, FEMA

      How We Can Work Together 

      Massimo Peselli, CRO, Global Enterprise and Public Sector, Verizon Business Group

      5G Demos, Networking, Explore 

       

    Featured speakers

    Plan your visit

    We’ve got your logistics covered.

    • Rideshare & Parking

      Rideshare drop off

      • Enter “60 Massachusetts Ave., NE, Washington, D.C. 20002” in the rideshare app
      • Rideshare drivers will follow signs for Lane C / Rideshare drop/off
      • Exit the vehicle in the Rideshare drop off area, cross transit lanes from the Columbus Circle Island to the front of Union Station
      • Proceed to the Presidential Suite Entrance at the Southeast corner of the building


      Complimentary valet parking will be provided for customers and speakers:

      • Enter “60 Massachusetts Ave., NE, Washington, D.C. 20002” into Google Maps
      • Valet will be located in Lane A in front of the Presidential Hall entrance of Union Station at the Southeast corner of the building
      • Valet staff will greet and direct guests to the drop-off point
      • The valet closes at 8:30pm


      Taxi arrival

      • Taxi drop-off and pick-up occurs at the Southwest corner of Union Station
      • After drop-off, walk across the front of the building and enter the Presidential Suite at the Southeast corner of the building


      Metro arrival

      • Union Station is a stop on Metro’s Red Line. Exit the Metro in direction of “Shops, Massachusetts Avenue”
      • Take the escalator up to the Main Level Main Hall
      • Exit the Man Hall onto Massachusetts Avenue and turn left
      • Enter the Presidential Suite at the Southeast corner of the building

         

    See first hand how 5G solutions have the potential to transform your business.

    • Industry Solutions

      Interactive story-telling that shows how Verizon’s network is the foundation for solutions that are transforming industries and changing the way we live, work, and play.

      Industry
      Solutions

      Interactive story-telling that shows how Verizon’s network is the foundation for solutions that are transforming industries and changing the way we live, work, and play.

    • 5G Edge Accelerated Access

      Accelerated Access is an opt-in facial authentication facility and venue access control solution designed to help improve safety, elevate guest experiences, and reduce costs. The opt-in solution is enabled by 5G Edge infrastructure to authenticate the identity of a person for facility access and/or ticket redemption.

      5G Edge
      Accelerated
      Access

      Accelerated Access is an opt-in facial authentication facility and venue access control solution designed to help improve safety, elevate guest experiences, and reduce costs. The opt-in solution is enabled by 5G Edge infrastructure to authenticate the identity of a person for facility access and/or ticket redemption.

    • QA for Warehouse

      Live demonstration based on Verizon’s reverse supply chain automation use case at our own CRTC.

      Showcases a real world solution that Verizon has built for itself, leveraging the power of computer vision and 5G Edge to identify and sort accessories returned to Verizon stores.

      QA for
      Warehouse

      Live demonstration based on Verizon’s reverse supply chain automation use case at our own CRTC.

      Showcases a real world solution that Verizon has built for itself, leveraging the power of computer vision and 5G Edge to identify and sort accessories returned to Verizon stores.

    • 5G Edge Cashierless Checkout

      Learn how the power of 5G Edge is evolving the customer experience with a SaaS solution that uses computer vision and machine learning to enable simple seamless shopping.

      5G Edge Cashierless Checkout

      Learn how the power of 5G Edge is evolving the customer experience with a SaaS solution that uses computer vision and machine learning to enable simple seamless shopping.

    • 5G Business Internet

      Here we break down the basics of 5G Business Internet, how to get started, and what the benefits of speed, low latency and reliability can mean for your business. Verizon 5G Business Internet opens the door to next gen innovation, to help you stay competitive.

      5G Business Internet

      Here we break down the basics of 5G Business Internet, how to get started, and what the benefits of speed, low latency and reliability can mean for your business. Verizon 5G Business Internet opens the door to next gen innovation, to help you stay competitive.

    • 5G Edge Aerial Inspections*

      Learn how Verizon Private 5G/MEC can enable both businesses and public sector customers with the network infrastructure necessary to implement next generation technologies from KSI Data Sciences & IBM. See how the solution can help streamline physical inspections and overall campus/facility management.

      *Precommercial solution. It may or may not be commercialized and it is subject to change.

      5G Edge Aerial Inspections

      Learn how Verizon Private 5G/MEC can enable both businesses and public sector customers with the network infrastructure necessary to implement next generation technologies from KSI Data Sciences & IBM. See how the solution can help streamline physical inspections and overall campus/facility management.

      *Precommercial solution. It may or may not be commercialized and it is subject to change.

    • Mission-Critical Networks

      Mission-critical networks are designed for next-generation, high-performing, resilient and secure broadband communication services. Together with Verizon, Ericsson empowers critical infrastructure industries, like Public Safety and Utilities.

      Mission-Critical Networks

      Mission-critical networks are designed for next-generation, high-performing, resilient and secure broadband communication services. Together with Verizon, Ericsson empowers critical infrastructure industries, like Public Safety and Utilities.

    • Time Critical Communications

      Time-Critical Communications are designed to resolve lags and interruptions for real-time 5G experiences. Ericsson’s Time-Critical Communication was recognized by GTI as “Innovative Breakthrough in Mobile Technology”. Experience the difference in our engaging virtual 5G car demo.

      Time Critical Communications

      Time-Critical Communications are designed to resolve lags and interruptions for real-time 5G experiences. Ericsson’s Time-Critical Communication was recognized by GTI as “Innovative Breakthrough in Mobile Technology”. Experience the difference in our engaging virtual 5G car demo.

    • Private 5G

      Private 5G provides industrial business operations with easy-to-use cellular data connectivity, including 5G and LTE technology. Enterprises get a pre-packaged, plug-and-play, scalable offering that provides reliable and secure wireless coverage with low latency, enabling innovative use cases driving better operational efficiency and effectiveness.

      Private 5G

      Private 5G provides industrial business operations with easy-to-use cellular data connectivity, including 5G and LTE technology. Enterprises get a pre-packaged, plug-and-play, scalable offering that provides reliable and secure wireless coverage with low latency, enabling innovative use cases driving better operational efficiency and effectiveness.

    • THOR

      Verizon Frontline’s Tactical Humanitarian Operations Response (THOR) vehicle is  a mobile, private 5G Ultra Wideband and private mobile edge compute (MEC) rapid-response command center capable of deploying 5G UW  and advanced computing solutions for first responders and the Department of Defense under nearly any conditions.

      THOR

      Verizon Frontline’s Tactical Humanitarian Operations Response (THOR) vehicle is  a mobile, private 5G Ultra Wideband and private mobile edge compute (MEC) rapid-response command center capable of deploying 5G UW  and advanced computing solutions for first responders and the Department of Defense under nearly any conditions.

    • MUTT

      Verizon Frontline’s Mobile Utility Technology Transport (MUTT) is a one-of-a-kind, reimagined police cruiser. The repurposed Chevrolet Tahoe is designed to provide first responders with access to everything from 4G LTE, 5G Nationwide and 5G UW connectivity to Mission Critical Push To Talk (MCPTT), General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) and Land Mobile Radio (LMR) communications capabilities.

      MUTT

      Verizon Frontline’s Mobile Utility Technology Transport (MUTT) is a one-of-a-kind, reimagined police cruiser. The repurposed Chevrolet Tahoe is designed to provide first responders with access to everything from 4G LTE, 5G Nationwide and 5G UW connectivity to Mission Critical Push To Talk (MCPTT), General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) and Land Mobile Radio (LMR) communications capabilities.

    • Verizon Rapid Response Connectivity Unit

      First-of-its-kind, industry leading deployable asset provides satellite backhaul ideal in situations where cellular coverage is poor, nonexistent, or required for a dedicated group, custom built to go where others can’t. Built to help provide first responders with mission-critical connectivity under nearly any conditions.

      Verizon Rapid
      Response
      Connectivity
      Unit

      First-of-its-kind, industry leading deployable asset provides satellite backhaul ideal in situations where cellular coverage is poor, nonexistent, or required for a dedicated group, custom built to go where others can’t. Built to help provide first responders with mission-critical connectivity under nearly any conditions.

    • Robotic Dog

      Autonomous mobile robots, using Private 5G for communications, are part of an emerging technology ecosystem that combines machine learning, AI, robotics, and analytics to create new capabilities – helping to transform business operations.  With Private 5G as the network, this ecosystem is secure and reliable.

      Robotic Dog

      Autonomous mobile robots, using Private 5G for communications, are part of an emerging technology ecosystem that combines machine learning, AI, robotics, and analytics to create new capabilities – helping to transform business operations.  With Private 5G as the network, this ecosystem is secure and reliable.

    • Mobile Connectivity Agile Vehicle (MCAV)

      Verizon Frontline’s Mobile Connectivity Agile Vehicle, a modified electric motorcycle capable of providing first responders with mission-critical communications capabilities when operating in areas that traditional vehicles and larger deployable assets can’t reach. This vehicle is able to navigate narrow, hard-to-access trails to provide wildland firefighters deep in a forest with satellite connectivity directly on the front lines.

      In addition to its satellite capabilities, the Mobile Connectivity Agile Vehicle is also equipped with a cellular network extender and WiFi router to help provide public safety agencies with critical voice and data service during emergency response operations.

      Mobile
      Connectivity
      Agile Vehicle (MCAV)

      Verizon Frontline’s Mobile Connectivity Agile Vehicle, a modified electric motorcycle capable of providing first responders with mission-critical communications capabilities when operating in areas that traditional vehicles and larger deployable assets can’t reach. This vehicle is able to navigate narrow, hard-to-access trails to provide wildland firefighters deep in a forest with satellite connectivity directly on the front lines.

      In addition to its satellite capabilities, the Mobile Connectivity Agile Vehicle is also equipped with a cellular network extender and WiFi router to help provide public safety agencies with critical voice and data service during emergency response operations.

    • Satellite Pico-cell on Trailer (SPOT)

      Satellite trailer solution that can deploy eFemtos and/or WiFi to EOCs and first responders

      Satellite
      Pico-cell
      on Trailer
      (SPOT)

      Satellite trailer solution that can deploy eFemtos and/or WiFi to EOCs and first responders