MTAM Announces Sponsorship of Ford Developer Conference & Hackathon

DETROIT - Aug. 25, 2016 - PRLog -- The Mobile Technology Association of Michigan (MTAM) is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the Third Annual Ford Developer Conference & Hackathon during CTIA Super Mobility Week in Las Vegas. The event will be held September 7 – 9 at the Sands Expo Center.

As a result of this sponsorship, Ford is offering a FREE registration to MTAM members and supporters who would like to attend this developer-focused automotive event.

This information-packed event will include:

• The FordDev team exploring new functionality for apps to extend content into the vehicle over AppLink using improved voice and display capabilities offered by SYNC 3.
• Opportunity to learn how data generated by Ford vehicles can be accessed and translated into features that safely connect users to their world outside the vehicle while delivering relevant vehicle-specific functionality at any time.
• Toyota and other SDL project members joining FordDev on-stage to deliver updates on this industry-wide single-solution platform that is gaining more and more OEM adopters.
• An opportunity to complete in the 2016 FordDev Hackathon that will be held overnight following the conference and cocktail reception; hackers will receive support from the AppLink team in the Ford exhibit on Thursday and then present applications on-stage Friday in hopes of winning a share of over $20,000 in prizes!

Event schedule is as follows:

• Sept. 7, 8:30 am – 6:00 pm, Developer Conference & SDL Summit
• Sept. 7, 9:00 pm – Sept. 8, 9:00 am, All-Night Hackathon
• Sept. 8, 10:30 am – 5:00 pm, Live Support in Ford Exhibit during CTIA Super Mobility Week (continue work on that app!)
• Sept. 9, 10:30 am – 2:00 pm, Hackathon App Presentations

Hackathon participants are competing for a share of a $20,000 prize package including a 2-year lease on a Ford vehicle!

To participate in the Ford Developer Conference & Hackathon, and take advantage of the MTAM sponsored FREE registration, follow the instructions below based on your current CTIA registration status:

Already registered for CTIA?

Add the Ford Developer Conference to your account HERE (http://www.ctiasupermobility2016.com/events/eventdetails....). Enter code FORD16FREE to register for FREE!

Not yet registered for CTIA?

Enter code FORD2016CTIA at check-out on your CTIA registration (http://www.ctiasupermobility2016.com/events/eventdetails.cfm/2856) for a special FREE FordDev registration PLUS a FREE CTIA Exhibits Pass!

For more information on the MTAM sponsorship or FordDev Event, please contact Linda Daichendt, Executive Director/CEO, Mobile Technology Association of Michigan, at: Linda@GoMobileMichigan.org.

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About the Mobile Technology Association of Michigan

Based in Detroit and serving all of Michigan, MTAM is a non-profit trade association for Michigan's mobile / wireless technologies, the firms who provide them, and the firms – in all industries – who use them. The organization's mission is facilitating collaboration between varied sectors of the connected tech eco-system and other non-tech industries in order to drive innovation and opportunities involving these technologies; to increase the use of Michigan-based mobile/wireless technology products and services in-state, nationally and globally; to diversify Michigan's economy thru the growth of connected technologies-enabled innovation in industries that otherwise would remain stagnant; to increase the productivity and profitability of every industry vertical in Michigan via the use of these technologies; to create sustainable jobs and increased entrepreneurial opportunities in the state based on the use of these technologies, thereby achieving substantial growth of Michigan's economy; and to help the communities we serve via the use of these technologies. Information about MTAM can be found at www.GoMobileMichigan.org.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company (http://corporate.ford.com/homepage.html) is a global automotive and mobility company based in Dearborn, Michigan. With about 203,000 employees and 67 plants worldwide, the company's core business includes designing, manufacturing, marketing, financing and servicing a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs and electrified vehicles, as well as Lincoln luxury vehicles. At the same time, Ford aggressively is pursuing emerging opportunities through Ford Smart Mobility, the company's plan to be a leader in connectivity, mobility, autonomous vehicles, the customer experience, and data and analytics.  The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford, its products worldwide or Ford Motor Credit Company, visit www.corporate.ford.com.