Mobile Security is Focus of Statewide MTAM Advisory Committee

DETROIT - June 9, 2013 - PRLog -- Continuing its focus on increasing awareness of Michigan’s leadership in the mobile/wireless industry, the Mobile Technology Association (MTAM) is launching a statewide Mobile Security Advisory Committee. The committee, tasked with assisting the trade association in development of resources, events, and educational, networking and business development opportunities to create national and international engagement with Michigan innovations in the mobile security sector, will be comprised of members who:

• Work in the security sector of the mobile/wireless industry
• Work in business, government and education verticals where mobile security knowledge and resources are required
• Are involved in the legal aspects of mobile security issues
• Are interested in expanding their knowledge of mobile device management, mobile security and the issues surrounding the sector
• Believe that innovation in this sector of the industry can aid in the growth of Michigan’s economy

Chairing the MTAM Mobile Security Advisory Committee will be Caston Thomas, CEO of InterWorks Technology, whose focus is on helping organizations manage and secure their IT infrastructure as mobile and cloud-based computing impact the way people get their work done.

According to Mr. Thomas, “Privacy and security is on the mind of just about everyone these days. Michigan companies and our state government have stepped forward and are addressing the concerns of businesses and individuals. Michigan firms are at the forefront of securing doctor/patient interactions, developing mobile commerce tools, preventing state sponsored attacks against national defense and critical infrastructure, and developing ways to track assets and people without infringing on personal privacy. The mission of MTAM’s Mobile Security Advisory Committee is to channel the passion and creativity of Michigan businesses, as well as to provide the resources and connections to make the most of what we are creating, and to promote our innovations nationally and internationally.”

More information about the Mobile Security Advisory Committee may be found at http://GoMobileMichigan.org/MobileSecurityCommittee . Those interested in participating in the committee should email mSecurity-Advisory-Committee@GoMobileMichigan.org .

MTAM has also recently launched a statewide mHealth Advisory Committee. Information about this committee may be obtained by emailing healthcare@GoMobileMichigan.org . Additional vertical-specific and function-specific advisory committees are also in the process of being launched, including committees for: Education, Non-profits, Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and more. Information regarding chairing or participating on these vertical-specific or function-specific MTAM advisory committees may be received by emailing MTAM at info@GoMobileMIchigan.org.

About the Mobile Technology Association of Michigan:

MTAM is a non-profit trade association for Michigan’s mobile / wireless industry. The organization's mission is to increase the use of Michigan-based mobile/wireless technology products and services in-state, nationally and globally; to increase the productivity and profitability of every industry vertical in Michigan via the use of these technologies; and 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. Information about MTAM can be found at www.GoMobileMichigan.org.

MTAM is also the statewide producer of Mobile Monday Michigan – a mobile / wireless industry networking and education organization which is a branch of an international organization. Here in Michigan we currently have 4 chapters (Detroit, Ann Arbor, Lansing and Grand Rapids) with over 2500 members state-wide, with additional chapters planned throughout the state.

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