SAN FRANCISCO — Oct. 31, 2008 —
What: Microsoft Corp. and the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring a series of events to recognize the transformative power of technology in today’s society and global economy.
When: Monday, Nov. 3, 2008
9–11:30 a.m. City College of San Francisco
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Anthony Salcito, general manager of Education, Microsoft U.S. Public Sector, will speak to 1,000 students about the importance of developing technology skills and future career opportunities.
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Microsoft will present hands-on demonstrations of its latest technologies including Microsoft Surface, Microsoft Silverlight, Microsoft Mediaroom, Xbox and new Windows Mobile devices.
9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Microsoft Innovation Truck at Union Square
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The Innovation Truck, which is equipped with the latest innovations from Microsoft including Surface, Xbox and products for small and medium-sized businesses, will be open to the public from 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and 3–4:30 p.m.
4:30–6 p.m. VIP Reception at Hilton Hotel, Yosemite Room
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Mayor Gavin Newsom will be on hand to formally proclaim Nov. 3 as Microsoft Innovation Day and kick off the Business After Hours — Fall Expo.
6–8:30 p.m. Hilton Hotel, Grand Ball Room
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Hosted by the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, the Business After Hours — Fall Expo enables small, mid-sized and large businesses to network and learn how technology can help their organizations succeed.
Where: City College of San Francisco
50 Phelan Ave.
San Francisco
Union Square
O’Farrell Street (between Powell and Grant streets)
San Francisco
Hilton San Francisco
333 O’Farrell St.
San Francisco
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