Registration is now open for the 2015 NAHAD Convention, slated for April 23 to 27 at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel.
This members-only event serves hose distributors, manufacturers and suppliers and includes the Showcase of Hose Solutions exhibition with displaying the very latest hose, fittings, equipment and services for all attending registered distributors. The George Carver Award will be awarded as well, to an individual who most reflects one of NAHAD’s founding father’s commitment to work and excellence.
With a theme of “Anticipate, Innovate, Collaborate,” the event kicks off with a presentation by Alan Beaulieu, of ITR Economics. He will take a look at current conditions and offer some insight into future economic predictions and trends, especially for the distribution channel. Afterwards, attendees will have a chance to listen to Jack Uldrich, author of Foresight 20/20: A Futurist Explores the Trends Transforming Tomorrow.
The event includes numerous social networking opportunities, including a golf tournament; walking, bus and bike tours; cocktail and dinner parties; and more.
On Friday, attendees can also participate in the UID in a Day program (University of Innovative Distribution). Attendance will earn credits towards a certificate in Innovative Distribution from Purdue University.
New this year will be the opportunity to set appointments in meeting rooms to gather with employees or trade partners. In addition, new Special Interest Workshops will led by an expert in the field. This should give attendeesin similar company positions the opportunity to learn and then discuss, areas of their own focus with business peers.
Set times will also be available at the Hose Safety Institute Kiosk, where attendees can check out the Institute Handbook for the Design & Specification of Safe Hose Assemblies, test drive the online employee training and certificate programs, meet with the Institute Advisory Council end-users to connect with new business opportunities, and get the latest updates on hose safety applications.
See the complete schedule and register at www.nahad.org.
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