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2nd Annual Brand Building For Banks & Financial Services Conference
Sept. 08 - Sept. 09, 2008
Chicago
, IL
With hundreds of financial institutions across North America and similar product offerings rolling out every day, consumers find themselves choosing banking services with nothing more than a gut feeling about a particular brand. In a world where similar bank services are extremely ubiquitous, how can one bank compete with another for customers? The struggle for uniqueness comes with an economic downturn in 2008. The credit crunch coupled with the wave of bank conglomerates will produce an environment in which branding executives will have to prioritize in order to keep their missions on track, their marketing budgets in line, and their customers confident. This premium marcus evans event will explore how to build brand strength through knowledgeable, executive-level speakers, and cutting-edge topics to stay ahead of the competition and increase sales revenues.

August

AMA's 5-Day "MBA" Workshop
August 18 - August 22, 2008
AMA Chicago Center
Chicago, IL
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?basesemno=2561

Do you ever feel that seminars are becoming too specific for their own good� for example, learn how to electronically close a sale of medium quantity to foreign countries on Tuesdays? AMA's 5-Day "MBA" workshop seeks to rectify that situation by providing a seminar geared towards teaching "the variety of skills that lead to outstanding performance in every aspect of your job." While this seminar is not intended to replace a two-year MBA degree, it is intended to reinforce and build upon information learned in business school, and provide you with extensive knowledge for business success. For a full list of locations and dates, please visit AMA's Web site.

Fourth Annual Eco/Green Trade Show
August 24 - August 27, 2008
Venetian Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
http://www.globalecoshow.com/pdf/ECO-exhibitor-registration-form.pdf

Join the Eco Revolution! Come out to the Fourth annual Eco/Green Trade Show to buy unique wholesale eco-friendly products. Roam around and see many unique products guaranteed to be sustainably produced, or come and sell environmentally-friendly products of your own.

September

The Annual Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) Summit
Sept. 04 - Sept. 05, 2008
Westin Hotel
San Francisco, CA
http://www.aberdeen.com/events/live/CMO08/

Join many of the world's foremost marketing leaders to discuss challenges and strategic thinking, and simply receive candid advice from fellow peers. At this best practices and networking event, discuss a wide range of pertinent issues, ranging from reducing environmental waste to driving organizational effectiveness to improving return on marketing investment. A worthwhile seminar for top executives across the globe.

2nd Annual Brand Building For Banks & Financial Services Conference
Sept. 08 - Sept. 09, 2008
Chicago, IL
http://www.marcusevansbb.com/BrandBuilding2008

With hundreds of financial institutions across North America and similar product offerings rolling out every day, consumers find themselves choosing banking services with nothing more than a gut feeling about a particular brand. In a world where similar bank services are extremely ubiquitous, how can one bank compete with another for customers? The struggle for uniqueness comes with an economic downturn in 2008. The credit crunch coupled with the wave of bank conglomerates will produce an environment in which branding executives will have to prioritize in order to keep their missions on track, their marketing budgets in line, and their customers confident. This premium marcus evans event will explore how to build brand strength through knowledgeable, executive-level speakers, and cutting-edge topics to stay ahead of the competition and increase sales revenues.

Fundamental Selling Techniques for the New or Prospective Salesperson
Sept. 15 - Sept. 16, 2008
Charlotte Marriott Executive Park
Charlotte, NC
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=5510#sched

Dwindling resources, a struggling economy and intensifying competition is making the life of the salesman more and more difficult. This AMA seminar, geared towards new and/or prospective salespeople, provides you with extensive knowledge and hands-on practice at becoming an effective salesman. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

Industry Trends Panel 2008
Sept. 16 - Sept. 16, 2008
Ronald Reagan Building
Washington D.C., MD
http://www.hsmai.org/Events/event.cfm?id=1415

A gathering of Washington area hoteliers to share insights on key facts, figures and trends currently affecting business. Acquire knowledge on the latest facts, figures and trends to adequately prepare yourself for marketing and budgeting plans for the upcoming fiscal year. This two-and-a-half hour seminar boasts the sharing of information imperative to your future success.

HCI's 2008 Federal Human Capital Summit
Sept. 17 - Sept. 19, 2008
Doubltree Hotel
Arlington, VA
http://www.humancapitalinstitute.org/hci/events_conference_2008_main.guid;jsessionid=660CF8287B0482298CCA4CC8144659D3

Join Government leaders and HR professionals at the 2008 Federal Human Capital Summit for a day and a half of education and networking. Join other participants for the opportunity to share insights, ideas and trends, and learn what methods of human capital management are maximizing success. Learn what has happened since the 2002 Chief Human Capital Officer (CHCO) Act and its impact on future initiatives and performances.

The PowerPoint Live User Conference
Sept. 21 - Sept. 24, 2008
San Diego, CA
http://www.betterppt.com/powerpoint_live/schedule.htm

PowerPoint presentations have become an essential aspect of all businesses: an effective PowerPoint presentation can sell even the most average of products, while a poor staging can sink the greatest of ideas. Come hone your old skills and learn some new ones at this PowerPoint tutorial geared toward making you a PowerPoint whiz. Learn all of the essential ingredients for a memorable presentation, and enjoy three days of networking at this personal, limited-enrollment conference.

5th Annual Customer Feedback Week
Sept. 22 - Sept. 25, 2008
The Westin Peachtree Plaza
Atlanta, GA
http://www.iqpc.com/ShowEvent.aspx?id=107180

Embracing and acting upon customer feedback is a major component of growth and development for any corporation. Learn how to capture, analyze and translate customer feedback into tangible product/company improvement at this conference under the guidance and leadership of speakers from Hewlett Packard, IBM, General Electric, Microsoft and many more.

Responding to Conflict
Sept. 24 - Sept. 26, 2008
Courtyard Detroit Dearborn
Dearborn, MI
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=2115

Conflict is a natural part of life, especially when working in stressful and close-quarter environments. Rather than letting conflict take control of your workplace, employees or yourself, acquire the professional skills needed to spin the negative energy into a positive and proactive force. At this seminar, learn strategies of conflict management that are bound to improve communication and performance in the office. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

2008 Advanced Employment Issues Symposium
Sept. 25 - Sept. 26, 2008
Las Vegas, NV
http://www.HRhero.com/aeis

Now in its 13th year, the 2008 Symposium will bring together 35 of the nation's most experienced and knowledgeable employment law attorneys and hundreds of HR professionals to discuss the legislative, regulatory and judicial developments that are shifting the compliance landscape for employers. HR professionals will learn about how these developments are forcing them to make changes in workplace policies on sexual, religious and racial harassment, discrimination, employee leave and FMLA, retaliation, union organizing campaigns, religious observances, wellness programs, overtime and others. Joining the faculty are leading workplace consultants and authors, such as Hal Adler from the Great Place to Work Institute and Dr. Samantha Holmes of R&D Strategic Solutions. Mr. Adler will discuss employee engagement tactics used at highly-rated workplaces like Wegmans, Container Store, and Medtronic. Dr. Holmes, an expert on employment litigation, will discuss ways that HR professionals can succeed in depositions.

2008 Advanced Employment Issues Symposium
Oct. 16 - Oct. 17, 2008
Nashville, TN
http://www.HRhero.com/aeis

Now in its 13th year, the 2008 Symposium will bring together 35 of the nation's most experienced and knowledgeable employment law attorneys and hundreds of HR professionals to discuss the legislative, regulatory and judicial developments that are shifting the compliance landscape for employers. HR professionals will learn about how these developments are forcing them to make changes in workplace policies on sexual, religious and racial harassment, discrimination, employee leave and FMLA, retaliation, union organizing campaigns, religious observances, wellness programs, overtime and others. Joining the faculty are leading workplace consultants and authors, such as Hal Adler from the Great Place to Work Institute and Dr. Samantha Holmes of R&D Strategic Solutions. Mr. Adler will discuss employee engagement tactics used at highly-rated workplaces like Wegmans, Container Store, and Medtronic. Dr. Holmes, an expert on employment litigation, will discuss ways that HR professionals can succeed in depositions.

October

Digital PR Next Practices Summit
Oct. 03 - Oct. 03, 2008
Grand Hyatt
New York, NY
http://www.prnewsonline.com/resources/digitalprsummit.html

Listen to experts in digital communications share their ideas, insights and experiences on online communications. Learn better, more cost-effective PR plans that are assured to raise your companies profile while cutting down on costs.

BigMachines BigIdeas 2008 Customer & Industry Conference
Oct. 05 - Oct. 07, 2008
Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
Chicago, IL
http://www.sofitelchicagiwatertower.com

A forum for customers, partners, business experts and companies to join together to discuss key industry trends and best practices. If you are an executive or business manager from a high-tech, manufacturing, healthcare and/or telecommunication industry, come and learn how to improve sale cycles and improve your central management.

Professionals in Human Resources Association (PIHRA) Conference & Exhibition
Oct. 06 - Oct. 08, 2008
Long Beach Convention Center
Long Beach, CA
http://www.pihraconference.org

Given the increasing amount of attention given to strategic HR, this year's conference is entitled, Advancing the Business of HR, with the intention of "bring[ing] a respectable balance between 'compliance' and 'strategic' program components." Research shows that many executives still view their HR staff condescendingly. Given the important role HR personnel play in today's business world, speakers at this event seek to invigorate the audience with key insights to the HR profession.

Intranet 2.0 for Government Conference
Oct. 06 - Oct. 09, 2008
Washington, DC
http://www.aliconferences.com/conf/intranet_for_govt1008/index.htm

Attend this conference to learn helpful tools, tips, and techniques to leverage Web 2.0 technologies and take your organization's intranet to the next level. Hear practical advice, firsthand, on how to integrate the latest technologies into your intranet to ensure accessibility, achieve maximum employee engagement and deliver results from leading government agencies and organizations at National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Virginia Department of Transportation, U.S. Department of the Treasury, and more.

Identifying Top Performers: Interviewing Excellence for Hiring Managers
Oct. 14 - Oct. 14, 2008
Online
http://www2.betterhiresnow.com/hire/training_performance_hiring_mgrs.guid

There is a big difference between a great candidate and a top performer; your job as an interviewer is to distinguish between the two and hire the correct person. There is both an art and skill to good interviewing. Learn to improve your interviewing techniques at this AIRS seminar. Learn how to distinguish between skill sets and qualifications, good questions to ask, what to look for and many other important interview strategies. For top executives responsible for bringing new blood into the organization, learn to bring in the best blood!

Innovative Learning Conference
Oct. 14 - Oct. 16, 2008
McEnery Convention Center
San Jose, CA
http://www.ilc2008.org/

Learn pioneering education strategies and methods at this three day conference devoted to advancing student achievement. Whether you're an educator, principal, superintendent or curriculum designer, this "hands-on" event is geared toward refreshing old skill sets, while also instilling new teaching skills and innovative solutions to 21st century education challenges.

Leading Extraordinary Customer Service
Oct. 23 - Oct. 24, 2008
AMA New York Center
New York, NY
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=5101

Customers love good service. Whether it's not being left on hold for an eternity or simply having their questions answered in a quick and helpful fashion, good customer service is the key to acquiring and retaining clientele. Unfortunately, first-class customer service doesn't just happen; it requires a conscious realization and effort. At this conference, managers and supervisors can learn how to manage world-class service and keep their customers coming back for more. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

Fundamental Selling Techniques for the New or Prospective Salesperson
Oct. 27 - Oct. 28, 2008
Top of the Tower
Philadelphia, PA
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=5510#sched

Dwindling resources, a struggling economy and intensifying competition is making the life of the salesman more and more difficult. This AMA seminar, geared towards new and/or prospective salespeople, provides you with extensive knowledge and hands-on practice at becoming an effective salesman. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

The 2008 Global NeuroLeadership Summits
Oct. 28 - Oct. 30, 2008
The Hudson Theater and Millenium Hotel
New York, NY
https://www.regonline.com/checkin.asp?eventid=177870

Neuroleadership is a new field of study focused on bringing neuroscientific knowledge into the area of leadership development, management training, education, consulting and coaching. The 2008 NeuroLeadership Summits in Sydney and New York City will see some of the world's leading neuroscientists and leadership development experts converge to explore new models for developing effective and forward-thinking leaders while building on this emerging field. This landmark event is an absolute must for any manager or leader who wants to: Gain access to cutting-edge research into human performance, in easy to understand terms Understand and manage their own thinking better Discover how to use neuroscience inside coaching, leadership and learning programs to dramatically increase their capacity to influence change.

2008 Global NeuroLeadership Summit
Oct. 28 - Oct. 30, 2008
Hudson Theater- Millennium Broadway Hotel
New York, NY
https://www.regonline.com/checkin.asp?eventid=177870

This two-and-a-half day event is devoted to exploring new paradigms to develop the leaders of tomorrow. Come listen to some of the world's leading neuroscientists as well as some of the most successful business leaders share their insights.

November

Training Technology in Action Conference & Awards
Nov. 11 - Nov. 14, 2008
Fairmont Hotel
San Jose, CA
http://www.trainingmagevents.com

Learn enterprise-level strategies and best practices for deploying effective learning technologies. Hosted by learning tool research guru Bryan Chapman, attend to see award-winning learning�in action and first hand. Training has partnered with E-Learning Guild to bring you the Training Technology in Action Conference and Awards as part of DevLearn 2008. The second-annual Technology in Action Awards aims to reward organizations that leverage learning technology in a big way�towards high-profile projects that produce real business results.

Leading Extraordinary Customer Service
Nov. 13 - Nov. 14, 2008
AMA Atlanta Center
Atlanta, GA
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=5101

Customers love good service. Whether it's not being left on hold for an eternity or simply having their questions answered in a quick and helpful fashion, good customer service is the key to acquiring and retaining clientele. Unfortunately, first-class customer service doesn't just happen; it requires a conscious realization and effort. At this conference, managers and supervisors can learn how to manage world-class service and keep their customers coming back for more. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

Responding to Conflict
Nov. 17 - Nov. 19, 2008
Westchase Hilton
Houston, TX
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=2115

Conflict is a natural part of life, especially when working in stressful and close-quarter environments. Rather than letting conflict take control of your workplace, employees or yourself, acquire the professional skills needed to spin the negative energy into a positive and proactive force. At this seminar, learn strategies of conflict management that are bound to improve communication and performance in the office. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

December

Responding to Conflict
Dec. 01 - Dec. 01, 2008
Caesars Palace
Las Vegas, NV
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=2115

Conflict is a natural part of life, especially when working in stressful and close-quarter environments. Rather than letting conflict take control of your workplace, employees or yourself, acquire the professional skills needed to spin the negative energy into a positive and proactive force. At this seminar, learn strategies of conflict management that are bound to improve communication and performance in the office. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

Identifying Top Performers: Interviewing Excellence for Hiring Managers
Dec. 01 - Dec. 01, 2008
Online
http://www2.betterhiresnow.com/hire/training_performance_hiring_mgrs.guid

There is a big difference between a great candidate and a top performer; your job as an interviewer is to distinguish between the two and hire the correct person. There is both an art and skill to good interviewing. Learn to improve your interviewing techniques at this AIRS seminar. Learn how to distinguish between skill sets and qualifications, good questions to ask, what to look for and many other important interview strategies. For top executives responsible for bringing new blood into the organization, learn to bring in the best blood!

Fundamental Selling Techniques for the New or Prospective Salesperson
Dec. 04 - Dec. 05, 2008
Crowne Plaza North Dallas
Dallas, TX
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=5510#sched

Dwindling resources, a struggling economy and intensifying competition is making the life of the salesman more and more difficult. This AMA seminar, geared towards new and/or prospective salespeople, provides you with extensive knowledge and hands-on practice at becoming an effective salesman. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

CMO Summit 2008 North America
Dec. 10 - Dec. 11, 2008
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
http://www.cmocouncil.org/events/

This year's retreat, involving top marketers from leading brands across the globe, is themed "Routes to Revenue." The highly interactive forum will address how to analyze, evaluate, and pursue new routes to revenue. Every company always wants to earn more�learn how to do just that at the 2008 CMO Summit.

Business Strategies for Entrepreneurs & Small Businesses
Dec. 11 - Dec. 11, 2008
New York, NY
https://www.pmalink.org/shop/entrepreneur.aspx

If you have recently started, or soon plan on starting, your own business, this conference is the crash course on all of the important questions you need to know to successfully launch your entrepreneurial endeavor. Where will you get the capital from? How can you attract the most talented individuals to your company? What types of contracts and compensation plans should you offer your employees? Get all of these important questions and many more answered at this one-day conference.

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