Today, Israel celebrates its 60th anniversary of nationhood.
The amount of news space that this small country occupies is somewhat remarkable, of which not enough is usually devoted to its contributions to business and industry. Those of us involved in telecommunications are likely more exposed to Israel than most other sectors of the economy – although bio-tech is another major source of exports.
In reading the National Post this past weekend, I noticed that Israel has now displaced Canada as the foreign country with the greatest number of NASDAQ listed companies.
Israel’s impact on information and communication technologies and services has been immense: if you have deployed VoIP or mobile services, you are using Israeli technology. Most of the world’s biggest carriers are using Israeli developed enhanced services platforms and most Canadians receive their phone or cable bills from an Israeli developed billing system.
Israeli firms will be represented on a number of panels at The 2008 Canadian Telecom Summit. In addition, there will be a contingent from Israel in attendance at the event.
On Tuesday June 17, we have a special international evening planned, featuring international recording artist Mosh Ben Ari performing at a reception for all delegates at The Canadian Telecom Summit.
Plan to linger that evening for some good music and international networking.