IEEE IAS/PES- Introduction to IEEE IAS - Industry Applications Society
Introduction to IEEE IAS - Industry Applications Society
This introduction to IEEE IAS offers an engaging and comprehensive introduction to the Industry of Applications Society (IAS). It begins by exploring the organization’s mission, rich history, and well-defined organizational structure. This section aims to provide the audience with a clear understanding of IAS’s purpose and how it operates within the industry, setting the stage for deeper engagement.
The presentation then delves into the diverse technical activities and innovative programs that IAS offers. It highlights various initiatives designed to promote professional development, knowledge exchange, and industry innovation. In addition, it showcases the numerous volunteering opportunities available within the society, encouraging participants to actively contribute, collaborate, and expand their professional network through meaningful involvement.
Finally, the keynote emphasizes the valuable benefits of IAS membership, such as access to exclusive industry resources, technical insights, and professional growth opportunities. To ensure an easy onboarding process, it concludes with a straightforward, step-by-step guide on how to become an IAS member, helping interested individuals take the first step toward joining this dynamic and global community.
Date: Thursday, March 20th 2025
Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Place: University of Saskatchewan- College of Engineering- Room ENG 2C01 (57 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, SK)
Parking: Visitor Parking is available at meters throughout University.
This is a professional development event, and snacks is included in the registration cost.
Admission:
- IEEE Member: $0
- IEEE Student Members: $0
- University of Saskatchewan Students: $0
- Members from the Industry (Non-IEEE Member): $10
- Non-IEEE Members: $10
If you are interested, please register as soon as possible!
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- Starts 01 March 2025 06:00 AM UTC
- Ends 20 March 2025 10:00 PM UTC
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Speakers
Nehad El-Sherif of IEEE
Innovation 101 & Introduction to IEEE IAS/PES
This keynote speech offers a thorough introduction to the Industry of Applications Society (IAS) and Innovation 101 which is product design and Electrical Safety code. The objective is to introduce the audience to IAS, its history, and organizational structure. Additionally, the keynote sheds light on the various technical activities such as product design and electrical safety code, programs, and volunteering opportunities offered by IAS. Finally, the benefits of IAS membership are outlined along with a step-by-step guide on how to become an IAS member.
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Address:Saskatoon, Canada
Nehad
Introduction to IAS
Biography:
Nehad El-Sherif, M.Sc., P.Eng., MBA, SMIEEE is the Founder and President of MNKYBR Technologies Inc., a Canadian company specialized in R&D and engineering services. El-Sherif is a Professional Electrical Engineer with experience in software & hardware design, new product development, product certification, business development, product management, sales & marketing, and electrical safety. He authored and co-authored IEEE peer-reviewed papers, technical articles, white papers and delivered technical presentations at various industry conferences. El-Sherif is a senior member of IEEE (SMIEEE), an executive board member of IEEE Industry Applications Society (IAS), and a member of IEEE Technical Activities Board (TAB) Committee on Standards (TCoS) and IEEE Standard Association Standards Board (SASB) Standards Review Committee (RevCom). He serves on NFPA Code Making Panel 2 (CMP-2) for the continued development of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), CSA Z462 (Workplace Electrical Safety Standard) technical committee, as well as various UL and CSA product safety certification standards technical panels. El-Sherif received several awards and recognitions including the 2024 IEEE IAS Electrical Safety Committee Excellence in Prevention through Design Award in Tucson, AZ and the First Place Prize Paper Award at the 2023 IEEE IAS Pulp and Paper Industry Conference in Spokane, WA. He earned his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from Ain-Shams University, Cairo, Egypt and an MBA from the University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada. El-Sherif is a sessional lecturer at the University of Saskatchewan and holds two patents.
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5:00pm Registration Starts
5:30pm Presentation Starts
6:30pm Wrap up & More Mingle