09 февраля 2006 года

Third Annual U.S.-Russia Technology Symposium at Stanford University

Produced in partnership with the Freeman Spogli Institute of International Studies at Stanford University - the only Russia investment event supported and endorsed by Stanford.

Co-chaired by former U.S. Secretary of Defense William Perry and Russian Minister of Education and Science Andrey Fursenko.

Firmly established as the leading Russian investor conference on the West Coast, the U.S.-Russia Technology Symposium attracts leading experts on U.S.-Russia trade in the technology and emerging growth sectors. The Symposium offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain insight into current developments in Russia's emerging IT and high tech industries and how they play out in the global marketplace.

The setting for the Symposium is Palo Alto, home of Stanford University, innovative start-ups, and seasoned enterprises.

Founded in 2004 to cultivate a transatlantic network of businesspeople and policymakers interested in Russian technology, the U.S.-Russia Technology Symposium has established itself as the West Coast’s premier investor conference on Russia.

Conceived in response to Silicon Valley's interest in international investing and Russia's desire to diversify its economy beyond oil and gas, the Symposium has since broadened its focus to the changes affecting the world economy today. With instantaneous worldwide communication, businesses must learn to operate globally to survive. This year’s conference will directly address issues related to the new form and changing role of global competition with the underlying theme, "Russia in the global marketplace."

The Symposium consistently brings together executives of leading corporations, distinguished scholars, and policy makers from across the U.S., Russia, and Europe in a knowledge-sharing environment unlike that of any other conference. The Symposium differentiates itself from other conferences by providing an intimate forum for addressing business issues through substantive and interactive dialogue guided by the recognized thought leaders in global economics.

The Symposium will give attendees access to the intellectual capital and leaders driving today's technological innovation. Attendees will leave the Symposium with the connections and information required to further their interest in Russian’s emerging technology market and how it affects the industry worldwide.

Last year’s Symposium attracted more than 300 investors and professionals from around the globe. Over 75% of the participants identified themselves at the Vice President level and above. At least one third of the attendees represented the ICT industry.

The Symposium owes much of its success to its ongoing partnership with the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies at Stanford University. In addition, the collaborative work of the event’s distinguished co-chairs, sponsors, and organizing committee ensures the Symposium upholds a high level of quality year after year. The combined background of these recognized thought leaders consistently infuses the agenda with intelligence and credibility.

Co-Chairs

The executive committee members include:

• Alexandra Johnson, President
• Andrey Kunov, Vice President, Russian Operations
• Anna Likvornik, Director of Operations
• Diana Moldavsky, Vice President, Marketing
• Alexei Sitnikov, VP, Russian Business Development
• Christopher B. Stone, Vice President, Finance & Legal
• Ilya Vinogradsky, Vice President, Technology
• Dmitriy Afanasyev, Project Manager, Landbridge Capital

Who Should Attend?

• Growing technology companies that want to extend their operations to the global market.
• Institutional investors and venture capital firms interested in exploring investment opportunities.
• Accounting firms, consulting firms and law firms that want to establish new client relationships.
• Trade industry associations and non-profit organizations involved in promoting global cooperation in the fields of science, technology and defense conversion.
• Government officials involved in the development of worldwide scientific cooperation.
• Members of academic institutions seeking to share ideas on the latest inventions and technological and scientific developments.

Contact information

By Post

USRTS Customer Service
P.O. Box 6473
San Mateo, CA 94403 USA

By Telephone

866.254.2211 toll-free within the U.S.
+1 (408) 269.9463 outside of the U.S.

By Electronic Mail:

registrar@usrts.org for registration or general inquiries
info@usrts.org for sponsorship inquiries

Venue

This year's event will take place at the Crowne Plaza Cabaña Hotel, located just minutes from Stanford University and several of Silicon Valley's well-known high tech firms. Palo Alto's temperate weather, tree-lined streets, culture, and vibrant downtown area make it an ideal location for business and pleasure. Shopping, art galleries, entertainment and fine dining abound.

Hotels

Crowne Plaza Cabaña Hotel
4290 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306 (driving directions)
1(888) 422-2264 toll free within the U.S.
+1(650) 857-0787 outside the U.S.

The Crowne Plaza Cabaña Hotel is offering a special rate of $189 for King and Double Rooms to Symposium participants, until January 18, 2006. Special rates on Suites are also available.

Reservations can be made by calling the hotel at +1(650) 628-0157.Please clearly state that you attending the U.S.-Russia Technology Symposium to secure the special rate offered.

The Crowne Plaza Cabaña Hotel offers:

• Multi-line telephones with voice mail, speaker and data port
• High-speed e-mail and Internet access in each room
• Wireless Internet access in all public areas
• Concierge services
• Multilingual staff
• Secretarial services (with advance notice)
• 24-hour Business Center, Fitness Center and Room Service
• Complimentary shuttle service to local restaurants and shopping

Visas & Travel

For assistance with Russian travel visas and arrangements for international air travel, please contact:

Irina Voronkina
Director of International Events, Fort-Ross, Ltd.
irina@fort-ross.ru
+7.812.331.7560 or +7.812.331.7543

Register before January 13, 2006 and save $300!

There are two ways to register for The U.S.-Russia Technology Symposium:

1. Register online today, by clicking here.
2. To register by fax, download the registration form here and fax your completed registration form including payment to +1.650-240-2222

Registration Fees
The standard, undiscounted, registration fee is $1,395 USD and includes access to conference sessions, conference materials, scheduled meal functions, and social events. If you have received a discount Registration Code, you will be prompted to enter it during the registration process.

Methods of Payment Accepted
The following payments are accepted: MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or bank wire transfer. If paying by bank wire transfer or by fax, please note that full payment must be received within 15 days of your registration and/or prior to February 8, 2006, in order for your registration to be considered complete.

Cancellation and Substitutions
Conference registration fees are refundable, less $300 Service Fee, until January 1, 2006. To receive a refund, provide your request in writing to USRTS, LLC at registrar@usrts.org or via fax to +1.650.240.2222. After January 1, 2006 refunds will not be issued.

Transfers and substitutions are accepted without fees or penalties. To designate another person to attend in your place, provide your request in writing to USRTS, LLC via email or fax (as noted above).

Contact Us:
If you would like more information or have questions about registering for The U.S.-Russia Technology Symposium, our staff can be reached as follows:

In the US:
By Telephone
1.866.254.2211 toll-free within the U.S.
+1 (408) 269.9463 outside of the U.S.

By Electronic Mail
registrar@usrts.org for registration or general inquiries
info@usrts.org for sponsorship inquiries

In Russia:
By Telephone
7812.331.7560

By Electronic Mail
irina@fort-ross.ru for general information, registration or sponsorship inquiries