There is still time to register for the SLA 2008 Conference & INFO-EXPO. The conference will create an environment for networking, communication, learning and other developmental opportunities for information professionals. Click here to register today!
19 May 2008
Win an Apple IPhone
Join us for the Grand Opening of the INFO-EXPO on Sunday, 15 June at 1:45 p.m. Convention Center-North Lobby, for a chance win one of two Apple iPhone’s!
INFO-EXPO Hall will be open for FOUR DAYS
New this year!
The INFO-EXPO Hall will be open for FOUR DAYS in Seattle:
INFO-EXPO HOURS
Sunday, 15 June
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
INFO-EXPO Networking Reception: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday, 16 June
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
INFO-EXPO Networking Lunch: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Tuesday, 17 June
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
INFO-EXPO Networking Refreshments: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 18 June
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
INFO-EXPO Networking Refreshments: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
15 May 2008
New and Faster On-Site Registration
SLA 2008 Conference badges will start to be mailed the week of 19 May, to all US residents. If all of the information is correct, you will be able to use our automated kiosks to check-in at the SLA Registration Center. Bypass the lines and still receive your badge holder, conference program, and tote bag.
Need to purchase additional tickets? You can still use the automated kiosk.
Need to change information on your badge? You will have to use a staffed kiosk for that.
Annual Membership Meeting & Closing Session
The Annual Membership Meeting & Closing Reception
Wednesday, June 18, 2008 2:30PM - 4:30PM
Location: Convention Center, Ballroom 6ABC
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Seth Godin, Keynote Address with Q&A
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. - Annual Membership Meeting
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. - Closing Reception
Exhibiting Companies at the 2008 INFO-EXPO
Do you want to know who is exhibiting at the 2008 Annual Conference & INFO-EXPO? Get a head start on putting together your list of companies to visit. Click here to see who is exhibiting in Seattle.
As of 14 May, we have 282 Total Exhibitors, with 462 booths. There are 41 New Exhibitors for 2008.
13 May 2008
Candidates for the 2009 SLA Board of Directors
Want to learn more about each candidates' views on the association and the profession?
Brown Bagging with the Candidates - Bring your Lunch
Room 606-609 (after Leadership Development Institute)
Sunday, 15 June 2008 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Can't attend the live speeches?
Stop by room 612 in the Convention Center to watch a video of the candidates' speeches.
Monday, 16 June 5:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, 17 June 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 18 June 2:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.
To see bios of the candidates click here,
06 May 2008
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. I need to make changes to my registration, whom do I contact?
A. Please contact ExpoExchange at +1.301.694.5243.
Q. I need to change my hotel reservations, whom do I contact?
A. Please call ExpoVision at 1-866-774-0486.
Q. Will I receive my badge in the Mail?
A. All U.S. attendees will receive their badge in the mail, starting on 15 May 2008. You will still need to stop by the SLA Registration Center to pick-up your badge holder and conference program. If you do not receive it in the mail you will be able to pick it up in the SLA Registration Center.
Q. Can I attend just the Exhibit Hall?
A. Yes, you may purchase an exhibit-only pass for $50.00. You will need to complete an onsite conference registration form at the Convention Center.
Q. I have a special need, whom do I contact?
A. Please email events@sla.org.
More Hotel Rooms Added
The demand for hotel rooms has been so great, that SLA has been able to secure additional hotel rooms. If you still need to make hotel reservations, don't wait! Rooms are selling out fast. To make hotel reservations click here. Or call +1.866.774.0486 or +1.703.770.3907.
02 May 2008
Wireless Connectivity and Cyber Connection
Free Wireless connectivity will be available throughout the convention center in Seattle. There will be also be lounges near the registration center and in the South Lobby Atrium.
If you don't want to take your laptop, don’t worry! Cyber Connection, sponsored by Elsevier, will also be available:
Friday, 13 June -- 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday, 14 June -- 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday, 15 June -- 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Monday, 16 June -- 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuesday, 17 June -- 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
Wednesday, 18 June -- 7 a.m.-1 p.m.
30 April 2008
Exhibitor Education
Did you know?
Just like our members receive education through Click University; our exhibitors receive education as well to assure they are sending the right message to our conference attendees. Competitive Edge provides a custom exhibitor education training program through Webinars that are offered online (available 24/7) and complimentary to participating exhibitors of SLA's Annual Conference and INFO-EXPO.
Champion Nationwide is our exclusive sponsor.
About Conference Connections
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