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Save $$--Register for ASAE & The Center's 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition before JULY 8th!
ASAE and The Center for Association Leadership 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition, August 13-16, 2005
Registration fees increase on July 8! Register today to save!
You might not think that attending an annual meeting is extreme. But it can be. Especially when you attend the ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition, August 13-16, Nashville.
No other meeting will challenge you to look at your organization upside down, backwards and inside out. To examine and enhance your leadership style. To challenge your preconceptions. To discover new information, tools, solutions and support to help you take your organization to the extreme of outstanding performance.
So go ahead. Do something extreme today. Join us in Nashville for the one annual meeting dedicated solely to you—the association professionals shaping our future.
Highlights...
- General Sessions, featuring Malcolm Gladwell, best-selling author of Blink and The Tipping Point; Philip Kotler, hailed as "the world's foremost expert on the strategic practice of marketing;” and a soon-to-be announced prominent political leader!
- 90+ Learning Labs, developed by your association peers, guarantee endless opportunities for content rich learning experiences.
- Thought Leader Super Sessions, featuring world-class speakers, will evoke new ways of thinking, while driving your energy level to new heights!
- Nonstop opportunities to build a community of other association professionals before, during and after the meeting.
- Meetings & Expositions (M&E Days), a 'conference within a conference’ that will stretch your thinking beyond logistics and focus on strategy, marketing, business management and more.
- The Association Solutions Marketplace, a vibrant expo of over 550 companies, where you'll experience new products, services, destinations and hotels that will make everything your organization does a success.
New! To maximize your learning opportunities, the Annual Meeting & Exposition starts on Saturday, August 13 at 3:00 p.m. this year!
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Entertainment to the Xtreme–Nights You Won't Forget!
Disco diva Donna Summer will take to the stage on August 15 in Centennial Park as part of the Annual Meeting & Exposition festivities! Known for hits such as, “Last Dance,” and “She Works Hard for the Money,” Summer will close out an evening highlighting the tastes and sounds of "Music City USA" with some of the all stars of classic rock. Prior to Summer’s performance, guests will be entertained by the Classic Rock All-Stars featuring the lead singers of Sugar Loaf, Iron Butterfly, and Rare Earth; Mark Farner of Grand Funk Railroad, Chuck Negron of Three-Dog Night, Felix Cavaliere of the Rascals and BJ Thomas.
Additionally, top country recording artists and Nashville neighbors LeAnn Rimes and Phil Vassar will give association executives a preview of their forthcoming fall tour when they perform on August 16 during the Grand Finale Concert.
This is one meeting you won’t want to miss! Register today!
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Targeted Education Sessions to Meet Your Needs
The ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership Annual Meeting & Exposition has an incredible line-up of education sessions designed to fit your needs with exciting, cutting-edge, interactive seminars on a variety of topics. Each session is led by an industry expert, and has been created to help you make strategic decisions, both professionally and personally. Learn more and plan your educational experience at www.asaeannualmeeting.org/education.cfm.
Check out two of our 12 Thought Leader Super Sessions...
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" CEO of Self" with Herman Cain
With more than 35 years of executive experience in some of America’s most prominent organizations including Godfather’s Pizza and the National Restaurant Association, Herman Cain has dedicated his career to raising the bar of achievement in the business world. A compelling voice of common sense, Cain will show you how you can inspire extraordinary achievement in others by identifying and removing the obstacles that keep people from being self-motivated. This message is for anyone who is, or desires to be, a leader. |
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"A World of Difference: How Understanding Women Boosts Business and Makes Work More Fun" with Marti Barletta
 Female consumers are the chief purchasing officers of most U.S. households–including for traditionally male categories such as financial services, home improvement, cars, computers and consumer electronics. And women entrepreneurs have been starting seven-out-of 10 small businesses for the last decade. Plus, studies show that women in the workplace achieve superior skill ratings and deliver greater sales and profits. Smart companies are learning there’s a gigantic opportunity to beat their competition and strengthen their internal cultures by better understanding women. This presentation will give you a humorous perspective on the differences in male and female gender culture, eye-opening insights on their respective language and customs and plenty of practical “how to” pointers that will improve your results with your customers, interactions with your co-workers and even your patience with your spouse! |
For a complete list of Thought Leader Super Session speakers, visit www.asaeannualmeeting.org.
Thought Leader Super Sessions are sponsored by the following speakers bureaus: Goodman Speakers Bureau, JR Associates, Keppler Associates, Leading Authorities, Royce Carlton, Speak Inc. and The Washington Speakers Bureau.
General Sessions
Leading Associations in an Extreme World–Sunday, August 14, 8:30–10:00 a.m.
ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership promise you an extremely different experience at the 2005 general sessions. It begins in the first minutes of the opening session–as you embark upon an in-depth exploration of today's world. Join us for a rare opportunity to learn about your world directly from those who are shaping its future.
Sponsored by Visit Charlotte
State of the Association Industry in Extreme Focus–Sunday, August 14, 5:15–6:45 p.m.
An entire fast-paced session devoted to ASAE, The Center for Association Leadership, and our profession. Caucus with ASAE volunteer and staff leaders. Help recognize and celebrate with our new CAEs and Fellows—those who will set the tone for the future of our industry. Participate in a discussion about the State of the Association Industry and the issues and trends affecting the profession. Don’t miss the opportunity to mingle with the leadership for this very informative and energizing session.
Sponsored by ASAE Services, Inc.
Extreme Marketing for your Association with Philip Kotler, Ph.D.–Monday, August 15, 8:30–10:00 a.m.
No ceremony. Minimal stage business. This session brings you directly to one of the hottest topics in the not-for-profit world: marketing your association.
Dr. Kotler is hailed as the world's foremost expert on the strategic practice of marketing. He "wrote the book" on marketing—Marketing Management, now in its 12th edition—as well as Kotler on Marketing: How to Create, Win, and Dominate Markets, Strategic Marketing for NonProfit Organizations and dozens more.
He will share his own provocative thoughts on the marketing and branding of associations—then lead a spirited conversation featuring James Gilmore, co-author of The Experience Economy; Marti Barletta, CEO of Trendsights and author of Marketing to Women; and Stan Slap, consultant, and branding expert.
Sponsored by The Broadmoor
Extreme Thinking with Malcolm Gladwell–Tuesday, August 16, 9:00–10:30 a.m.
He gave us The Tipping Point. Now he gives us Blink. In our closing general session ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership give you Malcolm Gladwell, author, journalist and one of the most original thinkers of our time.
Blink–Gladwell's brand-new bestseller–is about rapid cognition. It describes the snap decisions and rapid judgments humans make, often at a subconscious level; and it shows how those decisions may be as important and valuable as any other.
Fascinating? Yes. Relevant to association executives? Even more so. Gladwell's insights may change the way you look at decision making, advocacy, technology and networking forever.
Sponsored by Greater Phoenix Convention & Visitors Bureau
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Connect with Your Colleagues Before Arriving in Nashville!
At any conference, the ability to meet fellow attendees is every bit as important as the education, social events and business conducted on the trade show floor. That’s why we have partnered with Members Online to provide the Connections Network System for this year’s Xtreme Annual Meeting & Exposition. This new software enables you to interact with the community of association professionals with similar interests before, during and after the event!
This unique opportunity is available exclusively to those registered for the 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition. So don’t delay! Within one week after you register for the Annual Meeting & Exposition, you'll receive an electronic invitation with instructions on how to join the connections network.
You can choose from keywords that will be used to match you to other attendees. Once completed you can then search for other attendees who may have similar careers, are from the same geographic region, or have the same personal interests. Whether you are looking for someone to share ideas with about membership retention, technology, governance or other association topics, or searching for a new business partner, the Connections Network can help you maximize your networking within the ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership community.
And, once you complete your online profile you will be entered into a drawing to win one of the following fabulous prizes:
- Complimentary airfare, hotel and registration for the 2006 Annual Meeting & Exposition in Boston, August 19-22, 2006.
- Your choice of a Blackberry or iPod. (Five winners will be drawn for this prize).
Wishing you many valuable new contacts through the Connections Network! If you need assistance, please e-mail us at annual@asaenet.org. We'll see you in Nashville!
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Be an Exhibitor at the Association Solutions Marketplace!
Less than 20 BOOTHS LEFT at the meeting with the largest range of association decision-makers in one place at one time! Reserve your booth space at ASAE & The Center's 2005 Annual Meeting and Exposition before it's too late!
If you need more convincing to grab one of these booths, check out our attendee stats!
- 97% of current registrants have buying power (recommending products and services, have significant influence or are final decision makers)
- 60% of current registrants are the CEO or EVP/deputy director of their organization
- Association executives present represent a $21 billion in annual spending!
Visit http://www.asaeannualmeeting.org/become_an_exhibitor.cfm to purchase your booth now.
NEW this year: Small Staff Solutions Center!
Is your company's target market small organizations? Do you want to work with associations with staffs of 10 or fewer or a state or regional focus? We've created a segmented area of the show floor for you! Click on "Small Staff Solutions Center" to the right to find out more about this great opportunity!
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ASAE & The Center's Bookstore Is Going "On the Road" to Nashville, TN
Stop by ASAE & The Center's bookstore at the Annual Meeting & Exposition to enhance your library and save 10% on all book orders. With over 250 titles to choose from, there is something for everyone! As an added bonus, PBD Worldwide Fulfillment Services (PBD) is offering free ground shipping on all book purchases in Nashville. Please note the offer is only available for ground shipping within the contiguous 48 states.
Start your wish list today by previewing the selection at www.asaenet.org.
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Take your Annual Meeting & Exposition Experience to the Extreme
Register for the 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition and then sign-up to participate in these EXTREME Special Events. Onsite registration will also be available. All proceeds support The Center for Association Leadership’s learning and research initiatives and Jo’s Reach Out and Read Book Club at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. See you there!
Silent Auction
Looking for a special vacation or a much needed business service for your organization? You’ll find it at our Silent Auction! From business to leisure you’re sure to find an amazing deal. Our industry partners have generously donated prizes of every shape, size and price range to make this our most exciting fundraising event.
5K Walk/Run
Sunday, August 14, 6:30 a.m., Registration fee: $25
Warm up to the best Annual Meeting & Exposition ever by joining fellow enthusiasts at the inaugural ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership 5K walk/run! Energize your body before your day filled with activities and education that will energize your mind.
Club Energy
Monday, August 15, 9:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m.
Advance purchase: $85, At the door: $100
Block of 12 tickets: $850 (Save $170!)
Kick it up a notch with a night of music and dancing at the Wildhorse Saloon in downtown Nashville. Or, if you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, spend time with friends at the Other Party. PLUS, in true high-school-prom style, we’ll provide a late-night breakfast in the hotel lobby of the Gaylord Opryland!
Annual Golf Tournament
Wednesday, August 17, 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Registration fee: $99
The Club at Springhouse Links, voted one of the “Best Places to Play” by Golf Digest
Calling all golfers! Come out and play a challenging Scottish links-style course bordered by limestone bluffs and enhanced by federally protected wetlands. This fabulous 18-hole, par 72 course was designed by former U.S. Open and PGA champion, Larry Nelson.
Make a Difference in Nashville! Feed the Mind Through “Reach Out and Read”
Reach Out and Read (ROR) is a program that promotes early literacy by bringing new books and advice about the importance of reading aloud into pediatric exam room. During the Annual Meeting & Exposition you’ll have the chance to donate books to Jo’s Reach Out and Read Book Club at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. Visit www.vanderbiltchildrens.com/interior for more information!
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Meetings & Expositions (M&E) Days
Today, meeting professionals are being asked, and expected to, stretch beyond their logistical background and think more strategically as marketers, business managers, sales professionals and executive administrators. This is the reason ASAE & The Center’s Meetings and Expositions Section Council (M&E Council) decided to provide the industry with senior-level educational programming. Over the past several years, M&E Days has served CEOs, executive directors and senior level meeting planners.
Through surveys with executive directors and CEOs, it was determined that they were looking for a great deal more than simple logistics expertise in their meetings area. Therefore, the M&E Council established a competency level to meet these demands: 1) Meeting Logistics, 2) Business Management, 3) Strategic Thinking, 4) Branding, Marketing and Sales and 5) Leadership & Communication. Our education for the M&E Days program is concentrated in these areas. All sessions for M&E Days have been tagged as which competency they relate to in addition to the CAE Domain.
This year, we bring you two additional top thought leaders: Marks Sanborn, whose most recent book The Fred Factor: How Passion in Your Work and Life can Turn the Ordinary into the Extraordinary is an international bestseller and continues to be on both the Wall Street Journal and BusinessWeek's bestseller lists and Colin Reed, president & CEO, Gaylord Entertainment. In between these two, we have mixed association and meeting professionals to share their experiences.
We hope you enjoy this program, and that you will continue to challenge us and the M&E Council to provide excellent relevant education that supports you. To view the M&E Days schedule, click here.
M&E Days is sponsored by Universal Orlando and Green Valley Ranch Resort & Spa.
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Career Headquarters–Make Your Next Professional Step Today!
Realize your professional potential in association management through www.careerhq.org—the best source of association jobs and resumes. Advertise your resume free of charge to hundreds of association employers and search CareerHQ.org’s targeted job database for the position that’s right for you. CareerHQ.org offers career development services, including job coaching, resume writing and a career knowledge database. Numerous services are free, including resume review, interviewing guidelines and a behavioral style analysis. You’ll also find helpful tips and resources to assist in your job hunt.
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Career Headquarters is powered by Boxwood Technology.
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ASAE & The Center's Upcoming Events–Register Today
Strategies for Developing Effective eMarketing Campaigns (Part one of a two-part seminar)
July 19, 2005
Building a High-Impact Board-CEO Partnership
Virtual seminar
July 20, 2005
Planning Your Career in Association Management
Virtual seminar
July 26, 2005
Your Database–The Key to Small Association Success
Audioconference
July 27, 2005
Hotel Operations Program
August 4–6, 2005
Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, Kissimmee, FL
ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition
August 13–16, 2005
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville, TN
2005-2006 CAE Study Course: A Three-Day Immersion Program
September 8–10, 2005
Washington, DC
Hotel Operations Program
September 15–17, 2005
The Fairmont Dallas, TX
Advanced Symposium for Chief Staff and Chief Elected Officers
September 19–20, 2005
Philadelphia, PA
Hotel Operations Program
September 22–24, 2005
Hilton Americas, Houston, TX
2005 Annual Association Law Symposium
September 23, 2005
Washington, DC
6th Annual Summit Awards Dinner
September 27, 2005
Washington, DC
For a full listing of upcoming programs click here.
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