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ULSE at CES 2026: Your Guide to Our Sessions, Insights & Impact

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¿Qué es el CES?

CES, produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), is the premier global event showcasing the full spectrum of the technology industry. It brings together top brands, manufacturers, developers, and suppliers to unveil breakthrough innovations and forge strategic partnerships. 

As the only trade show encompassing the entire tech ecosystem, CES offers a high-impact platform for business acceleration and thought leadership. Its robust conference program features pioneering thinkers and senior executives addressing the most pressing issues shaping the future of technology. 


Why is ULSE attending CES?

UL Standards & Engagement is at CES to champion the idea that safety is the foundation of responsible innovation, especially as emerging technologies accelerate. From battery systems to connected health, smart home ecosystems, we help innovators bring new ideas to market with confidence by translating complex risks into clear, science-based standards. Our presence at CES reinforces a simple truth: when safety leads, breakthrough technologies can scale, gain trust, and deliver meaningful impact for people and communities everywhere.


Agenda
Monday, January 5, 2026

3:00 – 3:40 p.m. : Driving Trust and Innovation in Digital Health with Standards

Innovation is the heartbeat of health tech but safety is the foundation. Learn new research shaping the future of connected health.

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Nan-Wei Gong

DIRECTOR GENERAL
FIGUR8

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John Lopos

DIRECTOR GENERAL
National Sleep Foundation

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Kerri Haresign

Senior Director of Technology & Standards
CTA

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Lesley Rohrbaugh

Jefe de Perspectivas y Análisis Político
Normas UL y compromiso

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

3:00 – 3:40 p.m. : Micromobility: Making the Last Mile Accessible

Explore how micromobility solutions like e-scooters and bikes are transforming the last mile – making urban travel more accessible, sustainable, and efficient.

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Dra. Denice Durrant

Director of Data Science & Engineering
Normas UL y compromiso

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Laura Chace

President & CEO
ITS America

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Jose Wyszogrod

General Manager
Honda Fastport

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Patrick Holland

Managing Editor
CNET Media Inc.

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

6:00 – 10:00 p.m. : Leaders In Technology Dinner

An RSVP only dinner that provides the opportunity for attendees to hear prominent tech industry leaders in a conversation on the convergence of technology, policy, and
business.

Thursday, January 8, 2026

11:00 – 11:40 a.m. : Power Shift: The Future of Energy

Explore the diverse technologies, big challenges, and the partnerships that will drive scalable, sustainable power for a rapidly evolving world.

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Caroline Anderson

Director of External Affairs
Fusion Industry Association

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Ruth Gratzke

President & CEO
Siemens Industry, Inc.

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Naomi Smit

Vice President & General Manager
Drivers & Energy Systems

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Jeff Marootian

Presidente y Consejero Delegado
Normas UL y compromiso

1:00 – 1:40 p.m. : Shaping the Quantum Future

Standards can drive the future of quantum – breaking silos, enabling scale, trust, and global readiness across industries and supply chains.

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Sonya Byrd

Vicepresidente de Normas Internacionales
Normas UL y compromiso

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James Matthews III

President
Comisión Electrotécnica Internacional

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Peter Pondillo

Senior Manager of Standards & Policy
Corning Incorporated

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Laurie Locascio

President & CEO
ANSI


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Jeff Marootian

Presidente y Consejero Delegado
Normas UL y compromiso

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Dra. Denice Durrant

Director de Ingeniería y Ciencia de Datos
Normas UL y compromiso

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Lesley Rohrbaugh

Jefe de Perspectivas y Análisis Político
Normas UL y compromiso

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David McKnight

Jefe de Asociaciones
Normas UL y compromiso

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Sarah Shields

Director de Comunicación y Divulgación
Normas UL y compromiso

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Glauci Fernandes

Senior Program Manager of Software-Enabled Products, Autonomy and Robotics (SEPAR)
Normas UL y compromiso

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Catie Talenti

Responsable de Medios y Posicionamiento Estratégico
Normas UL y compromiso

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