2010 Fall Conference & EXPO
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Be sure to join us September 14-15, for TRANSIT: TAKING INITIATIVE as we unite as an industry during the California Transit Association 45th Annual Fall Conference & EXPO. Californians rely on transit services and have repeatedly supported transit initiatives. This conference offers an excellent opportunity to gather together with your peers to learn, network and bring back ideas and best practices for local services, as well as how to preserve transit funding in California.
Among the highlights at this year's event will be the Plenary Session Political Roundtable Discussion. Veteran Democratic political strategist Darry Sragow and noted Republican advisor Rob Stutzman will handicap the candidate races, and provide you the insight you need to understand the chances for all the measures on the November ballot, including the California Transit Association-sponsored Proposition 22. (Click here for more details)
Other highlights include:
In-depth tracks designed for your role. We offer Fiscal/Planning & Policy, Marketing, Management & Leadership, Maintenance, and Operations/Human Resources.
Keynote from Kathy Buckley, gifted comedienne, award-winning actress, author, and renowned inspirational speaker. She will share her story of overcoming some of the most difficult obstacles one can imagine.
Networking opportunities throughout the conference. Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to network with key transit professionals from agencies throughout California.
EXPO showcase, a more efficient trade show. Our EXPO offers the perfect-sized venue to meet with solution providers and view the newest products on the market.
Excellent value, in a new two-day format. We have tightened the agenda and re-worked the program to offer time efficient as well as cost –effective education and networking. Send three representatives and receive a discounted rate or take advantage of the daily rate if you cannot attend the full-conference.
LOCATION
Rising 30-stories above the edge of San Diego Bay, the Hilton San Diego Bayfront hotel is the West Coast’s newest waterfront hotel and the site of our conference. The hotel is adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center, site of the EXPO, and a short walk to downtown’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, and its many entertainment and recreational amenities.
Hilton San Diego Bayfront
One Park Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101
619-564-3333
www.hiltonsandiegobayfront.com
Room Reservations: If you require an overnight stay, be sure to mention the “California Transit Association” when booking your room to receive the negotiated group rate of $159 for single or double occupancy. Our rate is available three days pre- and post-conference, based on hotel availability and reservations must be made by Sunday, August 29, 2010.
Program-at-a-Glance
Monday, September 13, 2010
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Bus Move-In
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Executive Committee Meeting
Maintenance Committee Meeting
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Exhibit Set-up
11:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Small Operator Awards Luncheon
1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Welcome & Opening Session
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Plenary Session: Political Roundtable Discussion
3:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Break
3:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Concurrent Educational Sessions
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Welcome Reception & EXPO
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast in EXPO
8:45 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Educational Sessions
10:15 am. – 10:30 a.m. Break
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Concurrent Educational Sessions
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. - EXPO (includes Lunch from Noon to 2 p.m.)
3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Closing Keynote Session
Sponsors and Exhibitors
Click here to view the Conference Prospectus, which contains all the information about sponsor or exhibitor opportunities.
First, click here to register for the Conference, then follow the appropriate link below to complete the process.
Click here for the Exhibitor Contract
Click here to view the Expo Hall Floor Plan and see what space is still available
Click here for the Sponsorship Agreement
Small Operators Awards
The Small Operators Awards are presented in two categories: Transit Leadership and Transit Excellence. The Transit Leadership Award is presented to an outstanding individual who has provided strong leadership and vision. The Transit Excellence Award recognizes an outstanding program or service that demonstrates innovative concepts or effective problem-solving techniques, or promotes a positive image of transit in the community.
The 2010 Fall Conference takes place September 14-15 in San Diego. Nominations are now being accepted for both award categories. Click here to download the nomination form. For more information, please contact Association Services Director Amy Lai (amy@caltransit.org).
Jim Ditch Golf Tournament
Once again this year, our annual Fall Conference and Expo will feature a golf tournament fundraiser. This year's event, organized by our friends at Long Beach Transit, benefits the James A. Ditch Education Fund. Jim passed away last year at the age of 62, one year after retiring following a 35-year career in public transit. The last 19 of those came at Long Beach Transit, where he was Executive Director of Maintenance and Facilities.
The tournament takes place Monday, September 13, at Salt Creek Golf Club in Chula Vista. Among the prizes at stake are a custom-made set of golf clubs, a Mexican Riviera cruise and a 42-inch high definition television. In addition, numerous sponsorship opportunities are available. Click here for all the details.
QUESTIONS? Please contact Beatriz Gomez regarding REGISTRATION at 916.446.4656 x1004 or beatriz@caltransit.org. For PROGRAM questions, contact Amy J. Lai, CMP, at 916.446.4656 x1017 or amy@caltransit.org.