As part of Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition, IAEE offers a meeting mentoring program called, Each One, Reach One. Designed to help make first-time attendees feel more at ease, introduce them to colleagues in the IAEE family and make sure they get the most from their first Expo! Expo! experience, the program will match experienced Expo! Expo! meeting goers with first-time meeting attendees. Each One, Reach One gives first-time meeting attendees the opportunity to meet and learn from an experienced IAEE member, and have a friendly contact to talk to and ask questions of throughout the conference. The mentor gains the opportunity of meeting new colleagues and sharing their expertise. These relationships can develop into collegial friendships and continue long after the conference is over.  | Gift of Service
Tuesday, 7 December
6:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Kingsley House |
This year, Expo! Expo! attendees will have the opportunity to give back to the New Orleans community and participate in one of the following programs benefiting the Kingsley House. Kingsley House educates children, strengthens families and builds community and is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Southeast Louisiana by collaboratively working with others to build a comprehensive system of services and resources that meet the needs of our recovering community.
1. Head Start (limited to 30 people) http://www.kingsleyhouse.org/our_programs/head_start.html: The Kingsley House Head Start program prepares preschool children for successful academic careers by using innovative methods to make learning how to read and write a fun activity. The curriculum-based instruction is centered on facilitating an age-appropriate environment that allows children to learn through hands-on exploration and interaction.The program also encourages parents to participate in building strong academic foundations for their children.
2. Adult Services (limited to 20 people) http://www.kingsleyhouse.org/our_programs/adult_services.html: The Kingsley House Adult Services program provides day care for senior citizens and medically fragile adults. Individuals enjoy stimulating social and recreational activities in a safe and stable environment and activities range from weekly bingo games, arts and crafts, and field trips, to live music, movies and birthday celebrations. The objective is to reduce isolation and promote independence, health and well-being among our participants.
Space is limited. Please mark your participation during the registration process. If you have any questions please contact Convention Manager, Kimberly Castanuela at: kcastanuela@iaee.com.
Breakfast to-go will be provided Hilton Riverside  | Tuesday, 7 December
12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Morial Convention Center |
For the fifth year, Shepard Exposition Services is sponsoring IAEE's First Timers' Experience. If you are an event or show organizer, a new IAEE member (as of 1 January 2010) and have never attended Expo! Expo!, you will want to read further about this one-time chance to attend as a guest.Qualified attendees who register by 30 October 2010 will be eligible for a complimentary meeting registration plus a free orientation lunch, where you will meet and network with your fellow first timer meeting attendees, IAEE Staff and Board Chairman, plus the fun staff of Shepard Exposition Services. With the lively educational activities, creative solutions gathered, and business cards of all of your new friends made at Expo! Expo!, you will be able to answer this burning question for many years - Do You Remember Your First Time at Expo! Expo!? If you or someone in your organization is perfect for this opportunity, contact Kimberly Castanuela, Convention Manager at: kcastanuela@iaee.com. Tuesday, 7 December
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Key Travel Challenges for 2011
Opening General Session
Hear from U.S. Travel Association’s President & CEO, Roger J. Dow, about the success of the recent Daily Getaways project to transform the travel industry’s marketing efforts, the evolution of the Discover America Partnership and the implementation and impact of the Travel Promotion Act being signed into law. This session will also feature the industry’s response to the recent attacks, the oil spill in the Gulf, the Meetings Means Business campaign, the Face of Travel media contest, and the Oxford Economic ROI of Business Travel study. You will receive the latest legislative updates and insights on what is happening inside the beltway, as well as policy discussions and decisions that will impact our industry and nation. Tuesday, 7 December
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Jazz Up The Night-Opening Reception
Generations Hall Orginally built in the earrly 1820's as a sugar refinery and decorated with artwork by prominent artists George Schmidt and Xavier deCallatay, depicting the history of New Orleans jazz, Generations Hall offers a glimpse into a bygone era. Come celebrate New Orleans, "The Birthplace of Jazz" at Generation's Hall. Wednesday, 8 December
Expo! Expo! Trade Show
New Orleans Morial Convention Center
Exhibition: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Luncheon: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Dessert: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
*Exhibitor Prize Drawing: 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Drawings include a grand prize valued at more than $10,000 and many exhibitor prizes valued at more than $500.
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 | Humanity Rocks- A Celebration with a Cause
Wednesday, 8 December
9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
House of Blues
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Back again this year, IAEE and GES® are hosting Humanity Rocks - Wednesday night's official party for all attendees! While you enjoy great live music and relax with your colleagues, you will be contributing to Sean Payton's Play it Forward.The price to attend Humanity Rocks: A Celebration with a Cause is a mere $75.00 so be sure to register for this exciting event while attending Expo! Expo!
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Sponsorship opportunities are available upon request. Contact Rick Jennings: rjennings@iaee.com.
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