Author Archives: Richard Doyle
Meet the Press – Literally
Ralph Grabowski mentioned some time ago that there would be 100+ journalists at SolidWorks World. Just to set the record straight, Ralph and 127 other members of the press will be in New Orleans. Included in that total are two
... ContinuedUser Group Leaders at SolidWorks World
There are 50 user group leaders from around the world attending SolidWorks World 2007. Catch all of them at the 8th Annual SWUGN Summit meeting, or stop by the SWUGN booth in the exhibit area and meet some of these
... ContinuedMeet Ed at SolidWorks World
Ed Eaton shares some of the revelations he’s had over the years in his SolidWorks World Podcast, and talks about this year’s Curvy Stuff 6 session and how it changes from year-to-year. Ed also mentions that he has a mental
... ContinuedSWUGN Technical Summit Events 2007
The 2007 SWUGN Technical Summit schedule has been announced. Details for each event are still being finalized and will be available soon on the SWUGN website. Dallas, TX – 2/27Phoenix, AZ – 3/20Kansas City, MO – 4/24Nashville, TN – 5/22Toronto,
... ContinuedWhy is This Man Smiling?
The latest in the series of SolidWorks World Podcast’s features Matthew Cummins of B & N Industries. I first met Matthew in April of last year at the SWUGN Summit – San Jose. I had the pleasure of sharing the
... ContinuedMatt's On The Road Again
Matt Lombard’s taking a little detour on his way to SolidWorks World in New Orleans. January 31st – North Alabama SolidWorks User Group February 1st – SolidWorks User Group of Birmingham After all the meetings he visited last year, I
... ContinuedLook In The Bag
At every conference you attend, registration ends with someone handing over a bag of "goodies" full of CDs, flyers, yo-yos, and pens. SolidWorks World is no different. This year one of our SolidWorks Partners has come up with something unique
... ContinuedBe Prepared, Be Very Prepared
Gerald Davis makes no bones about it in his SolidWorks World podcast. If you’re not serious about manufacturing, don’t show up at his "What Sheet Metal Manufacturers Wish You Knew" presentation at SolidWorks World. All seriousness aside, Gerald is extremely
... ContinuedHey, Do you Know…?
I attended the North Texas SolidWorks User Group’s meeting last Thursday in Fort Worth. It was a great meeting – we had a lot of fun with some SolidWorks trivia, and saw wonderful presentation by the folks from Quadrispace. We
... ContinuedSolidWorks World – Just Ask!
"I would really like to go to SolidWorks World, but my boss would never let me take the time away from work." "My company would never pay for it." I hear these statements a lot. What really surprises me though,
... ContinuedSolidWorks Roadster to Debut
Since July of last year, a team of SolidWorks employees have been spending a good many nights and weekends building a 2006 Factory Five Racing Mk3 Roadster. The SolidWorks Roadster will make its debut at SolidWorks World, Sunday February 4th
... ContinuedBrad Williamson Rocks the SolidWorks Community
If you’ve ever attended a user group meeting in Texas, or have been to SolidWorks World, you probably know Brad Williamson as one of the best presenters ever. He’ll be in New Orleans this year with his "How to Stop
... ContinuedWayne Tiffany's SWW Presentation is Online Already
Check out Wayne’s SolidWorks World podcast and you’ll get a very good preview of his sheet metal presentation – the first twelve minutes or so, and during the "Wisdom of the Week" segment. Wayne’s presentation is scheduled for Tuesday the
... ContinuedRicky Jordan Gets Some Recognition
It’s always nice when your employer recognizes you with a pat on the back, or an ‘atta boy. But it’s a real treat when you get a mention on the company website. Nice job Ricky.
... ContinuedAnother SolidWorks World Fanatic?
I was trading some emails a couple of weeks ago with Kerri Dunne, Marketing Events Manager at SolidWorks. Through the course of the messages, it became apparent that we shared a similar passion for SolidWorks World. I always thought I
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