Welcome to the official TEA SATE '15 information hub, covering the program, organizers, speakers & schedule, housing, transportation & logistics, mixers & special sessions, media relations and more. This page will be regularly updated with new information and links.
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Carnegie Mellon University
Philip Chosky Theater | Purnell Center for Arts
5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15213
Don't miss the ETC-hosted SATE '15 Cocktail Reception Thurs, Sept 17, 6-8 pm!
The relationship between TEA and Carnegie Mellon University came about through the university's pioneering Entertainment Technology Center (ETC) graduate program. ETC's unique, two-year, Master of Entertainment Technology (MET) degree is jointly conferred by Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Computer Science and the College of Fine Arts.
SpringHill Suites Pittsburgh Southside Works
Hyatt House Pittsburgh Southside
Wyndham Pittsburgh University Center
Residence Inn by Marriott - Pittsburgh University/Medical Center
Local ground transport (to and from the airport, etc.) is available via the following. (Note: SATE hotels do not provide airport shuttles)
SATE Conference & Event Shuttles:
Become a SATE '15 sponsor! Please contact TEA COO Jennie Nevin.
Many thanks for the support received from these TEA sponsors:
Universal Creative Walt Disney Imagineering Christie Digital The Hettema Group
7thSense Design Adirondack Studios Artistic Entertainment Services BRC Imagination Arts
Electrosonic Fountain People Jack Rouse Associates (JRA) JBA Artistic Engineering
Mad Systems Mediamation Oceaneering PCL Construction Sally Corporation
Technomedia Solutions Wartsila FUNA International, Inc.
Experience: Schell Games
Technology: Pittsburgh Penguins
There are a limited number of media passes available for qualified members of the press to attend SATE '15. To inquire about media passes, or if you wish to provide coverage of SATE '15 and need information, materials or assistance setting up interviews, please contact Judith Rubin.
Shirley Saldamarco is an entrepreneur, a producer and an educator. As President of Interactive Media Productions, the company she founded in 1982, she has produced documentaries, public affairs programs, and children's programming for PBS, network and cable television. Shirley has produced numerous global conferences including TEDx Conferences. Shirley provides consulting services and serves on several professional boards, including the Themed Entertainment Association International Board of Directors, Steeltown Film Factory, LEGO First Competitions, National Civil War Museum Advisory Council
and Robot Hall of Fame. As an educator, Shirley is on the faculty at Carnegie Mellon University Entertainment Technology Center and has taught in the School of Drama and Heinz School at CMU. Shirley Saldamarco answers the question, "Why Pittsburgh?" on our TEA TV video here.
Loren Barrows is the Director of Business Development at Alcorn McBride Inc. She pulls from her twenty years in sales, marketing, training, and personal development to guide the company's strategy. Loren focuses on finding solutions and helping others succeed. It's what she enjoys best! Realizing the importance of making connections through personalized experiences, she finds herself right at home in the Themed Entertainment Industry.
Linda B. Smith, Smithink - Storytelling: After leading marketing strategy, brand development and consumer research for a major theme park operator for over 25 years, in 2008 Linda started her own strategic consulting firm, Smithink, with her husband and business partner. Working primarily now with mission-based institutions such as Missouri Botanical Garden, the Indianapolis Zoo, Georgia Aquarium and Washington University, Smithink leads the development of long-term strategic plans and assists in guiding their implementation. Establishing powerful brand strategies, creating unique special events and guiding
the development of new exhibits are just a few of the rewarding projects Smithink has led that bring strategic plans to life.
Anthony Van Dam - Architecture: It didn't take Anthony long to know that entertainment design was his calling. Almost as soon as he graduated from landscape architecture (1987), he was working for FORREC on one of the company's longest standing client relationships, Universal Studios. Almost thirty years later, he's still a fervent champion of the potential of entertainment design and is a leader in developing long-term client relationships for brands such as Universal Studios, Everland and Chimelong Group. Anthony is the head of global business development at FORREC and coordinates the efforts of the company's business development teams. Anthony is also a board member for the Themed Entertainment Association Asia-Pacific Division. Click to read a TEA member spotlight about Anthony Van Dam.
Paul Kent - Technology: Paul Kent is a Senior Consultant for Electrosonic in the Entertainment Division. Paul has been involved in the themed entertainment business for over 30 years, working for design and production companies as well as audiovisual and technology companies. Paul spends his time researching new technologies that may at some point become applicable for the industry. He then brings this to the forefront providing technical direction working with creative minds, on show and media rich environment concepts for their vision. Paul has been involved in multiple award winning projects including many Thea Award recipients.
Cory Rouse - Experience: Cory Rouse brings over 20 years of Theme Park Experience to his role as Creative Director for performance driven projects at Walt Disney Imagineering Research & Development. Cory has been with Walt Disney Imagineering since 2007, he has been an integral member of the Autonomatronics division developing new and exciting ways for Disney Parks guests to meet and interact with their favorite characters. He most recently led the Legends of Frontierland: Gold Rush interactive game at the Disneyland Resort as part of the Narrative Experiences work.
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