A com prehensive

t wo day course

17-18 Oct ober 2019

Cent ral London, UK

- Prepare for forthcoming auctions

- Take part in mock auctions using online software

- Learn from expert industry practitioners

- Exciting location in the heart of London

- Interact with participants to explore best practice

- Social events included

Spect rumAuct ions Mast erclass

Organised by PolicyTracker

Why at t end t h is course?

Spectrum auctions have gone from being a US and European phenomenon to becoming the global standard. Some countries have already sold frequencies released by the analogue TV switchover, but for many the release of a second digital dividend - 700 MHz - is on the horizon. Add to this 2.3 GHz; 2.6 GHz; 3.5 GHz; L-band, the refarming of existing mobile bands and the possible sale of parts of C-band and we can expect a full programme of spectrum release over the coming years.

Part of the purpose of this course is to learn the lessons of recent auctions, particularly the large multi-band auctions in Switzerland, Germany, Ireland,the UK and India, but also problematic auctions like those in Poland and the Czech Republic.

Another aim is to consider the new challenges for upcoming auctions. With the wider policy focus shifting from competition to broadband deployment do we need to re-think the emphasis on encouraging new entrants? How widely applicable is the US incentive auction format? Has Combinatorial Clock Auction proved a success or a failure?

This course will help you assess those issues using not just theoretical means but also the practical experience gained by taking part in a variety of online auctions.

Benef it s of t he course

- An opportunity to test strategies in a ?safe? environment - Taught by leading academics and expert practitioners- No other comparable training is available- Comprehensive study materials are included- Certificate on completion of the course- Social events to enhance the learning experience

Who should at t end?

The course is aimed at people who either work for regulators or for commercial organisations who are likely to take part in spectrum auctions. The programme is particularly relevant for the following sectors: mobile; broadcasting; wireless broadband; manufacturers; and defence.

Excit ing locat ion in t he hear t of LondonThis event is kindly being hosted by Squire Patton Boggs at 7 Devonshire Square, EC2M 4YH. This is in the heart of the City - London's financial district - and close to landmarks such at the Shard, the walkie talkie building, St Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London.

The venue is a few minutes walk from Liverpool Street, Bank and Aldgate East tube stations Nearby, there are hotels to suit a variety of budgets.

Spect rum Auct ions Mast erclass

Pr icingThe course costs £1000 (+ VAT) per attendee if you book six weeks in advance. Employees of non-UK governments do not need to pay VAT. The fee includes lunch, refreshments, teaching materials and social activities but does not include accommodation.

The organisersThe course is being run by PolicyTracker, which produces online auction software and offers consultancy in the field as well as proving news and research on spectrum management issues.

Your t rainers

Dennis WardDennis Ward is the former Senior Economist and Auctioneer for Industry Canada?s and advised on auction theory, design and implementation. He ran several auctions including SMRAs and sealed bids and raising about $6B. As an independent consultant he has provided advice to a wide range

of clients including taking part in Canada?s 2500 MHz CCA.

Mar t in Sim s

Martin Sims is a consultant and former academic who set up PolicyTracker and is its Managing Director. He is the co-author of Understanding Spectrum Liberalisation (CRC Press 2015) and recently provided software and consultancy for the Nigerian 2.3 GHz and 2.6 GHz auctions.

Ann LaFrance

Ann LaFrance is a lawyer with thirty years

experience who coordinates the EMEA

Communications Law Practice at Squire Patton

Boggs. She advises clients on telecommunications

regulation and new media policy, competition law,

dispute resolution, spectrum refarming and

spectrum award processes.

Professor Gerard Pogorel

Professor Pogorel has recently written a study on

non-auction and hybrid assignment procedures

and been deeply involved in recent assignment

policy in France, Japan and the UK. He is Professor

Emeritus at Telecom ParisTech in France.

Photo: Kloniwotski 2013

Book t oget her w it h Valuing the Spectrum and save £200!Our Valuing the Spectrum training course is held immediately before the Auctions Masterclass at the same venue. It examines the valuation issues essential to a successful auction and the content of the two courses is complementary. You can book for both courses online or using the back page form.

09.00 ? 10.30 Evolut ion of auct ionsMartin Sims and Dennis Ward

This session will consider common flaws in

auctions design and attempts to overcome

these.

Topics will include:

- Single lot auctions

- The winners curse

- Aggregation risk

- The exposure problem

- First and second price mock auctions

10.30 ? 11.00 Break

11.00 ? 12.30 Mock SMRAMartin Sims and Dennis Ward

In this session we will hold a simple SMRA,

then analyse the results as well as discussing

the success of bidder strategies.

12.30 ? 13.30 Lunch

13.30 ? 15.00 The Ascending Clock Auct ion Martin Sims and Dennis Ward

This auction type allows package bidding but

can lead to unsold lots. We consider how this

can be overcome using exit bids.

15.00 ? 15.30 Break

15.30 ? 17.00 Rules and proceduresMartin Sims

This session will examine wider

administrative frameworks and consider the

lessons of recent auctions.

Topics will include:

- Entry requirements

- Deposits

- The bid: a legal commitment to buy

- Dealing with technical problems

17.00 Day ends

17.30 Dr inks recept ion

09.00 ? 10.30 Com binat or ial Clock Auct ions

Martin Sims and Dennis Ward

Introducing the most complex auction

format, which uses software to determine

winners and pricing

Topics will include:

- Clock stage

- Supplementary bids stage

- Winner and price determination

- Practical examples

10.30 ? 11.00 Break

11.00 ? 12.30 Legal f ram eworkAnn LaFrance, Squire Patton Boggs

Examines the legal principles which apply

to auctions. What are the pitfalls and how

can they be avoided??

Topics will include:

- EU legal framework

- Selling of state property

- Competition law and collusion

- Common law on auctions

12.30 ? 13.30 Lunch

13.30 ? 15.00 Com bining spect rum fees and

coverage obligat ionsProfessor Gerard Pogorel

The arguments for prioritising mobile

coverage over auction income, as

pioneered in France.

Topics will include:

- Economic importance of broadband

- Incentivising investment

- When are auctions appropriate?

15.00 ? 15.30 Break

15.30 ? 17.00 Incent ive auct ions Martin Sims

How did the US 600 MHz incentive auction

work and can it be used elsewhere?

Topics will include:

- Policy goals

- The "forward" and "reverse" auctions

- The repacking problem

17.00 Day ends

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Term s and Condit ionsCourse Fees: Standard fees for the training course are £1999, excluding VAT. VAT is charged at standard UK rate but employees of foreign governments can be exempt. Please contact us for more details. All fees include lunch and refreshments during the course but do not include accommodation. All course fees must be paid by the due date stated on the invoice. All bookings are provisional and will only be confirmed once payment has been received. Policy Tracker (the organisers) reserve the right to reallocate places if full payment has not been received.

Cancellat ions: Cancellations received in writing up to 14 days before the start of the event will be refunded in full less an administrative charge of 10% (+ VAT where relevant). We are unable to refund cancellations received 14 days or fewer prior to the start of a course. However, in such cases and at the organisers? discretion, a place may be offered at a later course. Delegate substitutions may be made at any time, though confirmation of any changes must be received by email, fax or post prior to the start of a course.

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