Mike Short, Chairman Mobile Data Association
Mike’s career spans 33 years in Electronics and Telecommunications. Over the last 20 years in Mobile Communications. Mike has worked on everything from major infrastructure investments to launching GSM services and establishing roaming agreements. As Chairman of the MDA since 1998, Mike leads the Association as spokesperson and on Public Policy. Today, Mike’s focus is on Third Generation cellular, Mobile TV and steering Telefonica O2 Europe’s Group Research and Development in mobile.
Ewan Macleod, Editor of SMS Text News
Ewan is a mobile fanatic with an extensive career in the interactive business. He was the first to programme and launch picture messaging to screen in nightclubs and bars the UK. Throughout his career, Ewan has been fascinated with technology, prompting him to set up websites, communities, services and organisations. Founded in January 2006, Ewan today focuses his energies on SMS Text News, which covers two way messaging, SMS text messaging for enterprise, and industry conferences and exhibitions at an international level.
Adam Bird, Managing Director and Co-founder of Esendex
Adam co-founded Esendex in May 2002 and today has overall responsibility for operational delivery and development of the company’s services. He has assembled a strong team of technical specialists who share his passion for creating scalable and high-performance solutions. Adam leads the company’s research and development efforts, providing the vision behind the next generation of communication services.