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Conference Agenda
We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 Spring Conference!
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Tuesday, May 14
7:30 - 9:00 am |
Breakfast |
9:00 am | Vendor Setup Begins |
9:00 am - 10:00 am | Registration Opens/Badge Pick Up |
10:00 am - 11:00 am |
Welcome, Legislative Update & CTAO Annual Meeting (1 hr AOS approved) Join us as we kick-off our Fall Conference with this session presented by Denise Althauser, President; Dan Talarek & Alex Zumbar, Legislative Committee Co-Chairs, and a Capitol Square Update from CTAO Executive Director Kevin Futryk and State Lobbyist Erin Glossop. |
11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Education Session |
12:00 - 1:00 pm | Lunch |
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Education Session |
2:00 pm- 2:15 pm | Break/Visit Exhibitors |
2:15 - 3:15 pm | Education Session |
3:15 pm |
Break/Visit Exhibitors |
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Education Session |
4:30 - 5:30 pm |
Break Take a bit of time for yourself to catch your breath before our evening's activities. |
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Sunset Serenade: An Outdoor Jazz Reception
Join us for an unforgettable evening! Enjoy the Hilton Polaris patio, delicious food, and drinks while mingling with friends & colleagues. Let the Just Jazz Live trio serenade you into the sunset. Don't miss this music-filled night! |
8:30 pm - 11:00 pm |
After-Hours Hospitality & Networking The hotel restaurant and bar will be open to our attendees if you're not quite ready to head to your room. |
Wednesday, May 15
7:00 am - 8:00 am | Breakfast |
8:00 am - 9:00 am | Education Session |
9:00 am - 9:15 am | Break/Visit Exhibits |
9:15 am - 10:15 am |
Education Session |
10:15 am - 10:45 am | Break/Visit Exhibits |
10:45 am - 11:45 am | Education Session |
11:45 am - 1:00 pm | Lunch |
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
Education Session |
2:00 pm | Break/Visit Exhibits |
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm | Education Session |
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm |
Education Session |
4:15 pm - 5:00 pm |
Break Take a bit of time for yourself to catch your breath before our evening's activities at Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens |
5:00 pm | Buses depart for Franklin Park Conservatory |
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm |
Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Step into a world of natural wonder at the Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens for an exclusive private dinner event. Join us for an evening of networking amidst the captivating beauty of the iconic John F. Wolfe Palm House, a historic gem from 1895. With after-hours access to the Conservatory, you'll have the chance to explore the stunning grounds and indulge in a truly memorable experience. Don't miss this unique opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal while immersing yourself in the enchantment of this renowned botanical garden. |
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm |
After-Hours Hospitality & Networking The hotel restaurant and bar will be open to our attendees for drinks and light snacks after our evening activities. It will be a host bar for two hours, and then a cash bar for as long as the bar remains open. |
Thursday, May 16
7:00 am - 9:00 am | Breakfast |
9:00 am - 10:00 am |
Education Session |
10:00 am - 10:30 am | Break/Room check out |
10:30 am - 11:30 am |
Treasurer Roundtable Discussions
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11:45 am |
Grab & Go (or stay!) Lunches The Deli buffet will allow guests to build their own to-go box or eat your lunch with colleagues before you travel home. |
Monday, May 13
All Day | Arrival & Check-in |
Arriving on Monday Night? Nothing official is planned, but venture down to the hotel bar/restaurant to meet up with friends and colleagues or plan a dinner together at one of the many restaurants nearby!
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