PTDA 2008 Industry Summit Networking Opportunities
Golf Outing at Miami Beach Golf Club
First Timer Reception
International Reception
Sail into Port PTDA: Welcome Reception
Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes: Next
Generation After-Party
Distributor/Manufacturer Networking Lunches
A Sunset Soiree: Joint Manufacturer Reception
PTDA in Margaritaville: Closing Event
 
Golf Outing at Miami Beach Golf Club
Thursday, October 30
Bus leaves at 7:00 a.m.
Tee-off at 8:00 a.m.
Greens fee and lunch: US$135
Club rental: US$55
The historic and picturesque Miami Beach
Golf Club will be the site of the 2008 PTDA Golf Outing.
Originally opened in 1932, the course was complete renovated in 2002
under the direction of Arthur Hills/Steve Forrest and Associates.
Located just minutes from the Loews Miami Beach Hotel, this beautifully
restored landmark course has been called “Miami’s new
vice.” Come experience it for yourself!
First Timer
Reception
Thursday, October 30
6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
If you’ve never attended the PTDA Industry Summit, come join us
to get started on your experience. Our seasoned experts will help
you navigate the Industry Summit with tips, insights and stories about
how to get the most out of your time in Miami Beach. Guests are
also encouraged to attend. Be sure to identify yourself as a
first-timer on the Industry Summit registration form.
International Reception
Thursday, October 30
6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
The world of business is becoming more and more global. Do you
conduct business or reside outside of the U.S. or Canada? This
special reception will help you forge new contacts with other
international delegates. Be sure to identify yourself as an
international delegate on the Industry Summit registration form.
Sail into Port PTDA
Welcome Reception
Thursday, October 30
7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
“Port PTDA” is where it all begins! The first
official event of the Industry Summit, the Welcome Reception is the
gathering place for anyone attending the Industry Summit. Catch up
with old friends and business partners or introduce yourself to new
contacts while enjoying the open bar and plentiful buffet.
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 Changes in Latitudes, Changes
in Attitudes
Next Generation After-Party
Thursday, October 30
9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
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You’ve spent the early part of the evening shaking hands,
exchanging business cards and getting to know industry people. But
what will you do when the party seems to be winding down? Keep it
going at the Next Gen After-Party! If you’re 40 or younger,
stop by to enjoy cocktails and network with your compadres. Be
sure to identify yourself as Next Generation on the Industry Summit
registration form.
Distributor Networking
Lunch
Manufacturer Networking Lunch
Friday, October 31
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
What’s the appeal of the Industry Summit? It’s all
about the networking! The Distributor and Manufacturer Networking
Lunches are an excellent opportunity to connect with your peers.
Make connections that will stimulate innovative ideas, offer you
tried-and-true solutions, provide feedback to PTDA leadership and elect
new leaders, and generate great stories about how to catch the wave to
success.
A Sunset Soiree
Joint Manufacturer Reception
Friday, October 31
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sponsored by many of PTDA’s manufacturer members, “A
Sunset Soiree” will give you just a taste of the sophistication
and elegance for which Miami Beach is famous. All distributor
delegates are invited to join us on the lawn, right next to the beach
and the pool, to meet with your manufacturer partners and relax while
enjoying cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a gorgeous sunset. To
become a sponsor of A Sunset Soiree, download the sponsorship form.
PTDA in
Margaritaville
Closing Event
Saturday, November 1
7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
What do you think of when you hear “Miami Beach”?
Palm trees, beaches, great food, tropical breezes…and Jimmy
Buffet. You’ll get all of that and more at our “PTDA
in Margaritaville” closing event! Extend your “ride on
the wave” by celebrating at this closing party.
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