Just think about the quote for a moment. What a brilliant observation from an ENTREPRENEUR who went on to win the NOBEL PRIZE….

At TiE we take this observation to heart. We believe that entrepreneurship is in everyone’s DNA. However, the ones who achieve revolutionary success have one thing in common – they all belong to a thriving ecosystem of entrepreneurs, investors, advisors and customers. While we nurture entrepreneurship daily at TiE, once a year we bring together that matchless ecosystem that can help realize every entrepreneur’s dream – TiEcon.

On May 14 and 15, we proudly present, for the 17th straight year, the largest conference in the world for entrepreneurs: TiEcon 2010. Join over 3,000 participants in the Santa Clara Convention Center and engage in a rich dialog with a dynamic group of entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, industry executives and thought leaders over two full days of practical business idea sharing, networking and power-connecting. Find out why previous TiEcon attendees describe the experience as simply amazing, why they call it a conference not to be missed and why they keep returning year after year! Click here for Early Bird Registration for TiEcon 2010 – Save $300.

 TiEcon 2010 will deliver more insightful content and more powerful networking than ever before. Always striving to bring you the maximum value possible, this year we are showcasing the following:

• The Outer Realm Sessions (NEW): We bring you a rare glimpse into cutting-edge technological research that sounds a lot like science fiction, but is being carried out today in respected universities and laboratories around the world.  Is it possible to unravel the mysterious working of the brain, and use that information to bring about world peace? Can incurable diseases be eradicated with lasers? How do the world's top hackers work to prevent cyber-crime? Can you get a computer to do your biding simply by waving your hand? These sessions are guaranteed to shatter your perceptions of technological boundaries!
• Higher Octane PowerConnect sessions: Our exclusive PowerConnect sessions were packed to capacity last year, with long lines waiting to get in.

  This year we are introducing a NEW discussion-reception format to ensure the highest possible quality of networking. Immediately following the structured PowerConnect discussion, you will head to an exclusive Power reception to have a relaxed social hour with other PowerConnect attendees.We are also now pre-approving PowerConnect attendees to ensure best fit for higher octane networking. Click here to see last year's PowerConnect panelists.
  

• BioSciences Track (NEW): Sessions, panels and PowerConnect sessions around BioSciences topics such as medical devices and equipment, biotechnology, pharmaceutical and BioIT. Keynote by the distinguished Dr. Anji Reddy, Chairman of Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in India.
• TiE50: In the thriving milieu of smart technology startups, there are a handful companies that shine because of their edgier ideas and smarter operations – the TiE50.

  We unveiled the TiE50 program last year to astounding success beyond expectations. The program energized a keener level of attention from

  venture capitalists, the press and acquiring companies towards the select winners. Three TiE50 winners went on to be acquired – Mint by Intuit, Kazeon by EMC, and Mimosa by Iron Mountain.  We hope to recreate that level of success in 2010.

  Click here for details of TiE50. We have already received over

  2500 nominations.
• A Turbocharged TiEcon:  Improved versions of past highly successful TiEcon programs - Keynotes, TiE50, PowerConnect, Business Bootcamps, and sessions on Cleantech, Wireless, BioSciences, Software, Internet segments.

Take advantage of signing up early to reserve your spot among the world’s leading entrepreneurs!  Our Early Bird ends on April 4.  Prices go up substantially on April 5th. Click here for Early Bird Registration for  TiEcon 2010 and save $300.

We thank you for your enthusiastic support of TiE. Should you have any questions about registrations, please contact Harini Sreepathi, harini@tie.org.

With Our Personal Best Regards,

Vish Mishra; Gary Gauba and Shaukat Shamim
President, TiE Silicon Valley; Conveners, TiEcon 2010