Mentor Graphics Announces 20th Annual PCB Technology Leadership Awards Program
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WILSONVILLE, Ore., January 10, 2008 – Mentor Graphics Corporation (Nasdaq: MENT) today announced the call-for-entries of its 20th annual Technology Leadership Awards competition, continuing its tradition of recognizing excellence in printed circuit board (PCB) design. Started in 1988, this program is the longest running competition of its kind in the electronic design automation (EDA) industry. It recognizes engineers and computer aided design (CAD) designers who use Mentor’s innovative technology to address today’s complex PCB systems design challenges and produce industry-leading products. Prominent experts in the PCB industry will judge the contest, including Happy Holden, senior technology specialist of Mentor Graphics; Gary Ferrari, technical support director, FTG Circuits; Pete Waddell, vice president of UP Media, publisher of Printed Circuit Designs & Fabrication Magazine; and Rick Hartley, senior principal engineer, avionics division of L-3 Communications. "I'm pleased to see Mentor's continued support for this program,” stated Gary Ferrari. “PCB designers are constantly facing new challenges and finding innovative solutions to address them. The Technology Leadership Awards are a great way to showcase the leading-edge design approaches they're utilizing, and recognize the designers and their contribution to the PCB industry.” This year, entrants will be able to submit their design accomplishments in any of six categories representing a wide variety of industries:
“Mentor Graphics is committed to the PCB systems design community, and our PCB Technology Leadership Awards contest provides the opportunity to showcase the most innovative and talented designers worldwide,” said Henry Potts, vice president and general manager, systems design division, Mentor Graphics. “The program continues to attract the most skilled users of our PCB systems design tools and Mentor expects this year’s competition to be bigger than ever with entries from virtually all the major electronics countries in the world.” Winners will be named for each category as well as a Best Overall Design. The timeframe for submitting entries is from January 10th through March 14, 2008. Entrants can apply online at www.mentor.com/go/tla. About the Technology Leadership Awards Contest About Mentor Graphics
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