UL Standards & Engagement returns to CES to reinforce a core message: breakthrough technologies can only scale when safety leads. Across key sessions, ULSE will highlight how standards help innovators navigate emerging risks in connected health, micromobility, robotics, and next-generation energy systems. By translating complex technical challenges into clear, actionable guidance, ULSE empowers developers to build products that earn trust and deliver real-world impact. At CES, we’re advancing one overarching goal—to ensure that the future of technology is not only innovative, but confidently safe.
Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
United States
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What is 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
3:00 – 3:40 p.m. PT
LVCC, West Level 2, W232
about this session
Innovation is the heartbeat of health tech but safety is the foundation. Learn new research shaping the future of connected health.
Panelists
Nan-Wei Gong
CEO
FIGUR8
Kerri Haresign
Senior Director of Technology & Standards
CTA
Moderator
Lesley Rohrbaugh
Head of Insights and Policy Analysis
UL Standards & Engagement
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
3:00 – 3:40 p.m. : Micromobility: Making the Last Mile Accessible
3:00 – 3:40 p.m. PT
LVCC, North Level 2, N261
about this session
Explore how micromobility solutions like e-scooters and bikes are transforming the last mile – making urban travel more accessible, sustainable, and efficient.
Panelists
Dr. Denice Durrant
Director of Data Science & Engineering
UL Standards & Engagement
Laura Chace
President & CEO
ITS America
Jose Wyszogrod
General Manager
Honda Fastport
Moderator
Patrick Holland
Managing Editor
CNET Media Inc.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
6:00 – 10:00 p.m. : Leaders In Technology Dinner
6:00 – 10:00 p.m. PT
Cristal Ballroom at the Wynn Las Vegas
about this 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
11:00 – 11:40 a.m. PT
LVCC, North Level 2, N257
about this session
Explore the diverse technologies, big challenges, and the partnerships that will drive scalable, sustainable power for a rapidly evolving world.
Panelists
Caroline Anderson
Director of External Affairs
Fusion Industry Association
Ruth Gratzke
President & CEO
Siemens Industry, Inc.
Naomi Smit
Vice President & General Manager
Drivers & Energy Systems
Moderator
Jeff Marootian
President and Chief Executive Officer
UL Standards & Engagement
Our onsite team
Jeff Marootian
President and Chief Executive Officer
UL Standards & Engagement
Dr. Denice Durrant
Director of Engineering and Data Science
UL Standards & Engagement
Lesley Rohrbaugh
Head of Insights and Policy Analysis
UL Standards & Engagement
David McKnight
Head of Partnerships
UL Standards & Engagement
Sarah Shields
Director of Communications and Outreach
UL Standards & Engagement
Catie Talenti
Media & Strategic Positioning Lead
UL Standards & Engagement
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Reports
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