Arlene Harris Named to The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) Hall of Fame- April 7, 2017
CTA Hall of Fame – article: Arlene Harris named to The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® Hall of Fame, April 7, 2017
Arlene in the News
Harmonization + integration key to wireless future – June 17, 2015
Arlene and Marty chatted with Senior World about the future of wireless technology. Read their views on what’s wrong with today’s smartphones and their belief that “technological experience should be intuitive and graceful” for all users.
Arlene’s Next Big Idea at “Wrethink” – November 17, 2014
Arlene talked with the Wall Street Journal about progress of her new startup “Wrethink”. The Company is developing a multi-function countertop console that can scan and store documents, make video calls and manage family activities; needs which have been large ignored up until now.
Marty visits with a favorite audience — schoolchildren – May 30, 2014
Seeing a write-a-book about Marty in a school hallway in Ireland sparked an idea for Ciaran Cannon, Minister for Training and Skills at Ireland’s Department of Education. Soon, Cannon was going to see Marty who was scheduled to speak at EXCITED – a Digital Learning Festival in Dublin. He predicted Marty would be pleased with the …
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Arlene’s innovations impact worldwide communications – July 18, 2013
The Del Mar Times sat down with Arlene to get a glimpse into the life and legacy of the “First Lady of Wireless.” Arlene has “initiated major advancements in the industry, from computerized systems to activate new cell phones, to prepaid calling plans, to a cell phone service designed for seniors and people with disabilities.”
Arlene among Girl Scouts “10 Cool Women of 2013” – June, 2013
Girl Scouts San Diego honored Arlene and nine other exemplary local women whose personal and professional achievements make them consummate role models for girls.
Arlene at IIT’s Institute of Design Strategy Conference – May 9, 2012
The annual Institute of Design Strategy Conference at Chicago’s IIT is viewed as the leading forum dealing with design, strategy and the creation of value.
Interview with Carl Ford at CTIAA – October 2011
Arlene shared an informal conversation with wireless veteran Carl Ford at CITA’s Enterprise and Applications conference in San Diego on October 10, 2011.
At home with Del Mar’s ‘power couple’ – May, 2011
Marty and Arlene are the pride of Del Mar, California. The local newspaper, ‘Dream Villager,’ met up with the “power couple” to discuss the evolution of the cell phone; including Marty and Arlene’s valuable contributions along the way. [pdf-embedder url=’/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Dream-Villager-5-20111.pdf’ title=’Dream-Villager-5-2011′]
“Jitterbug Says: Can You Hear Me Now?” – August 27, 2009
The New York Times covered Jitterbug’s switch to Verizon network support in their Gadgetwise column on August 27, 2009.