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2008 Annual WI-NENA
Conference & Trade Show
The Blueprint of 9-1-1
Kalahari Resort & Convention Center
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
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Sunday, October 26th - Wednesday, October 29th, 2008
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Click on the elephant for information and to make reservations.
Be sure to mention you are attending the conference and ask for the State rate.
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Rooms for Saturday Night
A block of rooms at the discounted rate has been opened on Saturday evening for those attending the Pre-Conference courses on Sunday. These rooms are available on a first-come first-served basis and will be released to all attendees on September 1, 2008. Rooms in this block are limited so make your reservation as soon as possible if you are attending a Sunday Pre-Conference course.
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Attend a PRE-CONFERENCE COURSE from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. This year's courses are:
Each class is only $199 and includes lunch. You do not have to attend the full conference to attend one of the pre-conference courses. Click on the "SCHEDULE" button for more information.
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Meet old friends and make new at the WELCOME RECEPTION from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.. Take this opportunity to build your network. Sponsored in part by:
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Name will be providing our OPENING SESSION this year. Come ready to learn and laugh! Sponsored by:
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Monday will also feature 15 different EDUCATIONAL BREAKOUT SESSIONS in 5 tracks; Management, GIS/Database, Technical, Dispatch and General.
At noon join us for the opening of the EXHIBIT HALL with exclusive exhibit hours from noon until 2:00 p.m. During this time visit our exhibitors and take in the NG9-1-1 SHOWCASE session featuring a round table discussion for dispatchers and managers on whats coming in 9-1-1 and how to be prepared for it. At 2:45 p.m. the educational breakout sessions resume and run until 5:30 p.m.
Back by popular demand is the EXHIBITOR RECEPTION from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall. Take this opportunity to meet and greet not only the exhibitors but also your fellow conference attendees.
After the Exhibitor Reception join us for an all new optional event: GRAZE AROUND THE DELLS. Sit back and relax while we board the bus for a trip around the Dells. The bus will be stopping at several Dells establishments where you'll sample the cuisine and quench your thirst. Before returning to the Kalahari, the bus will drop off those interested in testing their luck at the Ho Chunk Casino. Cost is only $25 per person and space is limited to 75 passengers so reserve your ticket right away! Fill out the separate Event Registration form and return it with your Conference Registration form. Ticket price includes bus fare and snacks at each establishment. Sponsored by:
Doesn't sound like you? The Kalahari features several great restaurants for dinner and has the largest waterpark in the State for you to enjoy. Or explore the area on your own!
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EDUCATIONAL TRACK SESSIONS begin the day at 8:00 a.m. before we take a break with exclusive exhibit hours and the NG9-1-1 SHOWCASE in the Exhibit Hall. Again a round table discussion will be held featuring the technical aspects of NG9-1-1. After lunch on your own, educational track sessions resume and run until 4:00 p.m. In total 15 different educational track sessions will be run today.
At 5:00 p.m. join us for dinner at the WI-NENA OFFICERS INSTALLATION BANQUET. It's a beach party this year so bring your suits and surf your way to a great time! Sponsored in part by:
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Last year's Opening General Session speaker, Rick Olson, will be providing our CLOSING GENERAL SESSION this year. Get ready to laugh and learn before heading home and bringing your newly acquired knowledge back to your department and colleagues.
Did you know that attendance at this conference is recognized as continuing education credit toward recertification as an Emergency Number Professional (ENP) with NENA?
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WOW!
Not a member of NENA?
Attend the 2008 Fall Conference by paying the Non-Member conference registration fee, and, when you arrive at the conference, take advantage of special savings on NENA membership.
WI-NENA will pay $50 toward your annual membership.* You're only responsible for the difference. That's just $25 if you're a dispatcher!
Fill out a membership application at the Registration Desk. It's as simple as that!
Join us at the conference and join WI-NENA!
*Offer valid only for new membershp in NENA. Membership renewal or returning mebership after an absence does not qualify for this special offer.
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