Program
At this time, we are displaying a basic program for planning purposes. We will update this schedule with details on sessions and speakers as they become available.
EWA Annual Membership Meeting
This meeting is open only to members of the Enterprise Wireless Alliance.
Welcome
Regulatory Briefing
General Session
Reception
Network with fellow attendees and visit Summit exhibitors.
While networking, support the EWA-Joseph B. Vestal Endowed Scholarship by bidding on must-have items in the Silent Auction! The scholarship, in honor of distinguished executive and leader Joe Vestal (1933-2020), awards financial aid to a student enrolled in Electrical Engineering Technology or Information Systems Management studies at Old Dominion University. WLS Exhibitors contribute the Silent Auction items which range from resort stays to high-tech gear to sporting goods.
Technician Training Schedule
EWA offers technician training through the Private Wireless Education Council, featuring ETA certification.
Distributed Antenna Systems and BDAs, Day One
This two-day course is for anyone interested in learning the fundamental theories, components, installation, maintenance and support of in-building Distributed Antenna Systems. This course focuses on the application and optimization of active and passive BDAs used in today’s DAS systems. Students completing this course will better understand how DAS systems function, how they are designed, and why the design is critical to proper operation. Exposure to RF energy and related safety subjects will be addressed (detailed topics covered).
This course is made available by EWA’s Private Wireless Education Council and will feature instructors from IWA Technical Services Inc. Satisfactory completion of the course features ETA certification.
Instructors
Ira Wiesenfeld PE, CETsr
President/Consulting Engineer
IWA Technical Services Inc.
Ira Wiesenfeld, PE, CETms(RF), is the president and principal engineer at IWA Technical Services Inc. (IWATSI), which provides engineering services and technical training in the land mobile radio (LMR) and paging industry. He has a BSEE from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX; holds an FCC GROL; has an Extra Class amateur radio license (WA5GXP); and is a licensed professional engineer in the State of Texas. He is a lifetime senior member of IEEE. His experience includes broadcast engineering; LMR system design, installation, and maintenance; manufacturing; training on electronic and communications systems, including PIM and Antenna Line Sweep testing; utilization of communications service monitors; radio paging systems; and military communications systems.
Ira is Chairman of the Electronics Technicians Association-International and has played a pivotal role in the development of new certifications including the WCM, USMSS, FDR/LAS, GCT 1, GCT 2, GCT 3, RFIM, and PIM. He also was a major contributor in the development of the FCC GROL currently used today. Ira has authored and co-authored numerous books, and has also authored over 55 magazine articles on radio related technology and applications.
Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta Hotel St. Louis
The 2023 Wireless Leadership Summit will be held at the Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta Hotel St. Louis, located in the heart of St. Louis' bustling Central West End district.
EWA has negotiated a room rate of $204 for this event. Make reservations now using the online reservations portal by phone:
- Reservations phone number: 1-800-Sonesta (1-800-766-3782). When speaking with the agent, state that you wish to reserve a room at the Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta Hotel St. Louis and that you are with the Wireless Leadership Summit.
Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta Hotel St. Louis
212 Kingshighway Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108
Support Education in Wireless While Bidding on Great Items!
Support the EWA-Joseph B. Vestal Endowed Scholarship while bidding on must-have items during the Summit. The scholarship, in honor of distinguished executive and leader in the wireless industry Joe Vestal (1933-2020), awards financial aid to a student at enrolled in Electrical Engineering Technology or Information Systems Management studies at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia.
Exhibitors contribute the Silent Auction items which range from resort stays to high-tech gear to sporting goods. Get ready to support an excellent cause and have fun!
Exhibitor and Sponsorship Information
The Wireless Leadership Summit is the key event for executives and business owners in the private wireless industry to learn about new regulatory requirements, network with their fellow professionals, and discover new technologies in the exhibit hall.
Imagine having one-on-one conversations in a relaxed atmosphere with the business owners for the largest wireless system operators and service organizations in the U.S. That’s what the Wireless Leadership Summit delivers.
You can also showcase your brand by being a sponsor of the Wireless Leadership Summit.
Contact Conference Director Elaine Walsh at elaine.walsh@enterprisewireless.org or 520-620-0063 to select your exhibit space and learn about sponsorship opportunities today.
