Get ready, D.C.!
Verizon Business Innovation Sessions has arrived.

Held on September 17, 2024
Washington, D.C.

Overview

Capital One Arena
601 F Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20004

Verizon Frontline and Ericsson were thrilled to invite you to the exclusive Verizon Business Innovation Sessions event in the heart of Washington, D.C. at the iconic Capital One Arena.

We believe that innovation leads to new opportunities, and hope you joined us to learn how Verizon’s advanced network and innovative solutions can help your agency achieve its unique goals.

During this curated event, you explored a first-hand look at Verizon Frontline assets that are helping public safety agencies stay connected when it matters most. You also gained exclusive insights on advanced solutions that can help drive improvements and outcomes for your customers or constituents.


*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; please enjoy as your ethics rules allow. 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
Executive Insights: Navigating Digital Transformation   Massimo Peselli, Chief Revenue Officer, Global Enterprise and Public Sector, Verizon Business
Sandra Cutrona, Vice President, Sales and Business Development, Verizon Account, Ericsson
Panel Discussion: Innovation in Public Safety Communications Technology   Maggie Hallbach (moderator), Senior Vice President, Public Sector and President, Verizon Frontline
Joshua Gough, Executive Director, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Matt McCool, Special Agent in Charge, Washington Field Office, U.S. Secret Service
Panel Discussion: Spotlight on Innovating with AI   Scott Lawrence (moderator), Chief Product Officer, Verizon Business
Mike Burr, Android Enterprise Senior Security Consultant, Google
David Green, Vice President Network Products, Customer Unit Verizon, Ericsson
Greg Corlis, Principal, Emerging Technologies, KPMG U.S
Fireside Chat: The Cutting Edge of Sports & Technology   Daniel Lawson (moderator), Senior Vice President, Global Solutions, Verizon Business
Charlie Myers, Chief Technology Officer, Monumental Sports and Entertainment
David Lehanski, Executive Vice President, Business Development and Innovation, NHL
Closing Reflections: Defining Tomorrow's Opportunities  

Jonathan Nikols, Senior Vice President, Global Enterprise Americas, Verizon Business

Venue Activities / Demos / Networking  

 


Expert-led Breakout Sessions

Prior to our main event, we’ll host special small-group sessions where our experts will share the latest insights into new technologies and solutions that can address your specific business needs.

You can select a Breakout Session to attend when you register for the main event.
Capacity is limited to 50 attendees.

Female police officer standing next to patrol vehicle

Empowering Women in Public Safety: Breaking the Numbers Barrier

Join us in this interactive session that brings together influential public safety leaders, professionals and advocates to discuss the challenges faced by women in the workforce and the importance of increasing their representation within this field.

Male policer officer using a laptop while sitting inside patrol vehicle

5G Network Slicing & Public Safety

Join us for a discussion on how the much-anticipated capability of network slicing is being tested today and the implications it can have for the public safety community. What are some of the initial use cases? What is the differentiated experience network slicing offers? Can reliability and quality-assurance metrics be included in a network slice? What are the key metrics that can be improved with this capability?

accelerating industry

Accelerating Business Outcomes with Nextgen Wireless Networks

Explore how the next generation of wireless networks can deliver the reliable, low-latency connectivity critical to agile and secure operations. Our industrial-grade Private Wireless Networks solution can help you increase automation, enhance safety and security and improve efficiency and productivity.

Plan your visit

We’ve got your logistics covered.

Capital One Arena

601 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20004


Driving directions


 

Parking, Rideshare and Public Transportation
 

Complimentary parking will be provided

  • Enter “706 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20004” into Google Maps. 
  • (located at the intersection of 6th St NW & G St NW)
  • Follow signs for the Lexus Garage, located adjacent to Capital One Arena.
  • Upon entering the garage, show the parking attendant your Innovation Sessions “Event Confirmation or Know Before You Go” email.
  • Once parked, follow signs for Capital One Arena.
  • Take the elevator up to level 1 “main concourse.”

 

Rideshare drop off

  • Enter “601 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004” into your rideshare app (It is important to enter the noted address instead of ‘Capital One Arena’ to avoid Uber’s scheduled drop-off location).
  • Drop off at the “F Street NW” Capital One Arena entrance.
  • Enter the arena via the F Street entrance.

Via Metro

  • Capital One Arena is accessible via Metro at the Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro stop on the Red, Green and Yellow lines. 
  • Capital One Arena is within walking distance of the Judiciary Square, Metro Center and Archives-Navy Memorial Penn Quarter stations. 
  • Upon exiting the metro, navigate to “601 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004”.

ADA Accessibility

Verizon is committed to making our events accessible to everyone.

If you require accommodations or services to fully participate, please contact verizon.business.innovation.sessions@verizon.com with the subject line “WASHINGTON, D.C. September 17 event” at least 7 days prior to the event.

 

 

Attire

Business casual.

Please note, the arena will be cool as the hockey ice will be in place. A light jacket or sweater is recommended!