FT conferences arm launches networking site

To complement its events and conferences directory, the Financial Times has announced the launch of a new social networking service for top media and technology executives.

Joining the FT Media and Technology Executive Membership Forum will in the region of £1,700 per year, with perks such as free attendance to a conference of choice from the FT Global Conferences and Events series.

Members will receive a subsequent discount of 20 per cent, a premium subscription to FT.com for 12 months and access to a online tool for organising meetings and reunions, as well as the means of contacting leading conference speakers in various industries.

The service is designed to aid senior executives to "maintain contact with peers and luminaries operating within the digital, new media, mobile and telecoms sectors" via a "user-friendly, simple, efficient and secure system".

Members unable to attend key conferences can view the speaker presentations via the internet, as well as related podcasts, while gaining a foot in the door at face-to-face networking events.

Jayne Van Hoen, global conference director at the FT, said: "Busy executives in the media and technology industries are increasingly networking, communicating and connecting online.

"The launch of the FT's Telecoms Media and Technology Executive Forum provides a highly targeted network where executives from these fast-moving industries can connect and share their knowledge."

The London-based international paper also has plans for executive forums in the property and luxury goods sectors.ADNFCR-1121-ID-18484402-ADNFCR

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