6:00 AM |
Hiking
Sponsored by
myDigitalOffice |
8:00 AM |
Pickleball
Sponsored by
Actabl Skyblue Pickleball |
8:00 AM |
Golf Tournament @ Wildfire Golf Club, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa
Sponsored by
Sandman Savrann PLLC |
12:00 PM - 9:00 |
Conference Check-In
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12:00 PM - 6:00 |
Twenty6 Lounge
Sponsored by
Actabl |
2:30 PM - 3:30 |
Deals, Development, M&A
Moderator:
Don Landry, Owner, Top Ten Hospitality Advisors Panelists:
Chris Devine, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Investment Officer, Pyramid Global Hospitality Chip Ohlsson, EVP & Chief Development Officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Mark Purcell, SVP Development, North & Central America, Accor Brian Quinn, Chief Development Officer, Sonesta Julienne Smith, Chief Development Officer, The Americas, IHG Hotels & Resorts |
3:30 PM - 4:30 |
AHLA ForWard: Women Advancing Hospitality
Recognizing women of the hospitality industry and championing the next generation of leaders.
Moderator:
Ama Romaine, Global General Counsel Real Estate Asset Management, Blackstone Chair, ForWard Advisory Committee Panelists:
Helen W. Jorgensen, LEED®AP, Vice President, Design and Procurement, Host Hotels & Resorts Jagruti Panwala, President and CEO, Wealth Protection Strategies Venus Williams, Founder + Owner, V Starr |
4:30 PM - 6:00 |
Open Bar Happy Hour
Sponsored by
Cooper Carry Extended Stay America |
6:00 PM - 9:30 |
Cocktail Party | Dinner
Sponsored by
Choice Hotels International Encore EXP |
6:45 AM - 8:00 |
Breakfast
Sponsored by
Grazzy HALL Structured Finance Valencia Hotel Group |
7:00 AM - 8:00 |
Yoga
Yoga mats will be provided and all levels are welcome.
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7:00 AM - 6:00 |
Twenty6 Lounge
Sponsored by
Actabl |
7:00 AM - 9:00 |
Conference Registration | Name Badge Pickup
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8:00 AM - 8:15 |
Welcome
Harry Javer, Founder and Producer, The Lodging Conference President, The Conference Bureau, Inc. |
8:15 AM - 8:30 |
Speed Stats Part I
Presented by:
Vail Ross, SVP, Sales & Marketing, STR Rachael Rothman, CFA, Head of Hotels Research & Data Analytics, CBRE Hotels Kasia M. Russell, MAI, Managing Director, Senior Partner - Western U.S., HVS |
8:30 AM - 8:50 |
Economic Outlook
Presented by:
Bernard Baumohl, Chief Global Economist, The Economic Outlook Group, LLC |
8:50 AM - 9:00 |
The Castell Award, An AHLA Foundation Project
Recognizing a Woman Leader in the Hospitality Investment Arena
Recipient:
Leslie D. Hale, President & CEO, RLJ Lodging Trust |
9:00 AM - 9:15 |
Speed Stats Part II
Presented by:
JP Ford, ISHC, SVP, Director of Global Business Development, Lodging Economics Michael Grove, Chief Operating Officer, HotStats Mark V. Lomanno, Partner & Senior Advisor, Kalibri Labs Rob Ryan, President & COO, Actabl |
9:15 AM - 9:20 |
AHLA Update
Presented by:
Chip Rogers, President & CEO, AHLA |
9:20 AM - 10:15 |
GENERAL SESSION
A View from the Top
Sponsored by
Hyatt Hotels Corporation Moderator:
Chip Rogers, President & CEO, AHLA Panelists:
Arash Azarbarzin, CEO, Highgate Michael J. Deitemeyer, President & CEO, Aimbridge Hospitality Greg Juceam, President & CEO, Extended Stay America Justin Knight, CEO, Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. Gilda Perez-Alvarado, Global CEO, JLL Hotels & Hospitality Mit Shah, CEO, Noble Investment Group |
10:15 AM - 11:15 |
Refreshment Break
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
Sponsored by
Land-Ron Marriott International Western Alliance Bank |
11:15 AM - 12:15 |
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
T-1 The Next Phase of Hotel Investing
After two years of chaos, what does the hotel landscape look like going into 2023? Join us for a review of asset classes, acquisition strategies and recent challenges.
Moderator:
Stacy Silver, President, Silver Hospitality Group Panelists:
Mat Crosswy, President, Stonehill Jeff Dauray, Co-Chief Investment Officer, RLJ Lodging Trust Clint Hodges, Managing Director, Hospitality Investment Advisory, Hodges Ward Elliott Thomas C. Morey, EVP & Chief Investment Officer, Park Hotels & Resorts Parth Patel, Vice President of Investments, Hawkeye Hotels T-2 Post-Pandemic: The Owner and Brand Relationship
Today’s sophisticated hotel owner expects their franchisor to provide ongoing collaboration, communication, support and innovation to optimize asset performance. The panel discusses the current relationship between franchisors and hotel owners and if expectations are being met.
Moderator:
Jagruti Panwala, President and CEO, Wealth Protection Strategies Panelists:
Vamsi Bonthala, Chief Executive Officer, Arbor Lodging Partners Ben Cary, Vice President, Development, Accor Plato Ghinos, President, Shaner Group Michael Morton, Vice President, Brand Management, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts T-3 New Construction: A Blueprint to Meet Today’s Challenges
Supply chain volatility, spiking material costs, workforce shortages, the focus on net zero buildings, cost-control measures, financing and profit margins…find out about short and long-term solutions for overcoming the many challenges that impact hotel construction.
Moderator:
Jeff Weinstein, Editor-in-Chief, HOTELS Magazine Panelists:
Gary Badge, Managing Principal, FK Architecture John Boettger, Managing Director, Westmont Hospitality Group Philip Colón, Senior Director, Lodging Development, Marriott International Keith Mack, Vice President of Development, CIM Group T-4 Strategic Alliances, Joint Venture Partnerships, Mergers and Acquisitions
During the past 18 months, we have seen a plethora of JV and M&A activity. What will the next year look like and how will it affect the industry?
Moderator:
Russell C. Savrann, Partner, Sandman Savrann PLLC Panelists:
David Duncan, President/CEO, First Hospitality Linzey Erickson, President, Chief Legal Officer, Legendary Capital James Francque, Global Head of Transactions, Hyatt Hotels Corporation Brad Rahinsky, President & CEO, Hotel Equities T-5 2023: What the Hot New Data Reveals
Presented by:
JP Ford, ISHC, SVP, Director of Global Business Development, Lodging Economics Vail Ross, SVP, Sales & Marketing, STR Rachael Rothman, CFA, Head of Hotels Research & Data Analytics, CBRE Hotels Kasia M. Russell, MAI, Managing Director, Senior Partner - Western U.S., HVS |
12:15 PM - 2:00 |
Lunch
Sponsored by
Access Point Financial CBRE Hotels |
1:00 PM - 1:10 |
NEWH Scholarship Presentation
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2:00 PM - 3:00 |
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
T-6 Pulse of the Industry: Up-To-Date Trends You Need to Know
Find out the latest data on labor recovery, hotel guest experiences across various segments, commercial vs. leisure travel room night demand and more.
Panelists:
Adam Glickman, Vice President, Strategic Marketing, Actabl Michael Grove, Chief Operating Officer, HotStats Mark V. Lomanno, Partner & Senior Advisor, Kalibri Labs Andrea Stokes, Practice Lead, Hospitality, J.D. Power and Associates T-7 Post-Pandemic: Owners, Management Companies and Asset Managers Working Better Together
How involved are you in property-level decisions? How closely aligned are your interests as an owner with the interests of the management company to maximize hotel performance? The panel discusses the evolving owner-3rd party management relationship.
Moderator:
CJ Arlotta, Managing Member, CJ Media Solutions, LLC Panelists:
James Carroll, President & CEO, Crestline Hotels & Resorts Michael R. Evans, President, Marcus Hotels & Resorts Michelle S. Russo, CHAM, MAI, CHA, CEO & Founder, HotelAVE T-8 Hotel Finance Trends: Get Your Transaction Over the Finish Line
Acquisition and refinance…What kind of financing is available and how do you get it? Find out about long-term trends, current financing options and challenges facing lenders, owners, investors and developers as the panel discusses what you need to know about securing the funds you need to get the deal done.
Moderator:
Mark J. Gerstein, Senior Advisor, McKinsey & Company Panelists:
Scott Andrews, Division Executive: Hotel Franchise Finance and Gaming, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A Chris DiBenedetto, Vice President, Lodging Development, Marriott International Brian Holstein, Principal, US Hotel Advisors Mehul Patel, Managing Partner, CEO, NewcrestImage T-9 Hotel Design Trends for 2023
Planning a new build or renovation? Stay ahead of the curve with an introduction to some of the most innovative hotel concepts to deliver bottom line results and unique guest experiences.
Moderator:
Christina Trauthwein, VP, Content & Creative, Hotel Business | InspireDesign Panelists:
T.Jack Bagby, Principal, Cooper Carry Scott Brown, NCARB, Principal Architect | Operations, DesignCell Architecture Beth Campbell, Chief Executive Officer, Campbell House Christina Flannery, Director, Capital Project Management, Park Hotels & Resorts Stacy Garcia, CEO & Founder, Stacy Garcia Inc. T-10 Finding the Most Profitable Demand: Marketing, Revenue Management and Distribution Channels
Revenue specialists discuss innovative ways to increase sales and boost profitability.
Moderator:
Dana Miller, Senior Reporter, Hotel News Now Panelists:
Kimberly Furlong, Chief Commercial Officer, Atrium Hospitality Sarah Williams, Chief Revenue Officer, InterMountain Management Cesar Wurm, Vice President Commercial, IHG Hotels & Resorts |
3:00 PM - 3:45 |
Refreshment Break
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
Sponsored by
Aimbridge Hospitality Paramount Capital Advisors |
3:45 PM - 4:45 |
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
T-11 Market Insights: Short-and Long-Term Investment Outlook
Where are the opportunities? Gateway cities, secondary and tertiary markets…With varying levels of recovery, find out which regions are in the midst of a comeback and which markets are poised to take off in 2023.
Moderator:
Bruce Ford, SVP and Director of Global Business Development, Lodging Econometrics Panelists:
Abhay Bakaya, Senior Vice President, Development, SH Hotels & Resorts Damian Gordillo, President/Co-Founder, Marquee Lodging Advisors Rob Leven, Chief Investment Officer, Procaccianti Companies Jonathan P. Stanner, President & CEO, Summit Hotel Properties, Inc. Kevin Urgo, Principal & Managing Partner, Urgo Hotels & Resorts T-12 Private Equity Deals
Gain insight on investment strategies, fundraising momentum and transaction volume.
Moderator:
Tom Corcoran, President/CEO, TCOR Hotel Partners Panelists:
Jared Melnik, Managing Director, Starwood Capital Group Bharat Patel, 2022-2023 Vice Chairman, AAHOA Michael Ritz, Senior Vice President of Investments, Peachtree | Stonehill Jeff Stulmaker, Partner & Chief Investment Officer, KHP Capital Partners T-13 Becoming Mainstream: Alternative Lodging
Glamping, vacation rentals, serviced apartments…Find out about the latest investment and development opportunities in this growing non-traditional market space.
Moderator:
Stacy Shoemaker Rauen, SVP, Design Group, Emerald Editor-in-Chief, Hospitality Design Magazine Panelists:
Rick Cunningham, SVP of Development, Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts Dan McBrearty, Chief Development Officer, Under Canvas Inc. Paul Novak, Executive Director - Lodging, Whitman Peterson T-14 Smart Tech
Staff shortages, a push toward sustainability and digitalization of the guest experience have contributed to a greater urgency to invest in the latest tech tools. The panel will help you decide what’s important now, and
how to move from outdated to must have solutions.
Moderator:
Michael Blake, Chief Technology Officer, Hospitality Technology Next Generation | The American Hotel & Lodging Association Panelists:
Ted Hutchins, Chief Information Officer, Red Roof Keryn McNamara, Senior Vice President, Hotel Technology, Aimbridge Hospitality Branigan Mulcahy, Co-Founder, Virdee Kamalesh (KP) Patel, 2022-2023 Secretary, AAHOA Ken Patel, Chairman/Founder, EV Hotel, EVHG, EV Human, and EV Smart T-15 Beyond Talking Points: DE&I and ESG
Our panelists are empowering socially responsible and under-represented developers, owners, investors, employees and franchisees. Let’s initiate, collaborate and innovate together.
Moderator:
Jennifer Fugolo, VP of Advancement, AHLA Foundation Panelists:
Anne Bertsch, Vice President, North America Full Service Development, Marriott International Rachel Humphrey, Board Member / Interview Host, DEI Advisors Klaudia Porebski, GVP, Strategy, Development, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Tracy L. Prigmore, Founder & Managing Partner, TLTsolutions Stephanie Weiler, Senior Director, ESG Services Group, Alvarez and Marsal |
6:00 PM - 9:30 |
Cocktail Party | Dinner
Sponsored by
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa |
7:00 AM - 8:00 |
Yoga
Yoga mats will be provided and all levels are welcome.
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7:00 AM - 6:00 |
Twenty6 Lounge
Sponsored by
Actabl |
7:15 AM - 9:00 |
Conference Registration | Name Badge Pickup
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7:30 AM - 8:50 |
Breakfast
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
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8:50 AM - 9:05 |
Welcome Back
Harry Javer, Founder and Producer, The Lodging Conference President, The Conference Bureau, Inc |
9:05 AM - 9:50 |
GENERAL SESSION
From the CEO Perspective
Sponsored by
DIRECTV Hospitality Moderator:
Rachel Humphrey, Hospitality Executive & Counsel, Panelists:
Joseph Berger, President & CEO, BRE Hotels & Resorts Laura Lee Blake, President and CEO, AAHOA Greg Friedman, Managing Principal, Chief Executive Officer, Peachtree Hotel Group Tyler Morse, Chairman & CEO, MCR | Morse Development John Murray, President & CEO, Sonesta Rob Palleschi, Chief Executive Officer, G6 Hospitality |
10:00 AM - 10:45 |
GENERAL SESSION
Leaders in Hospitality
Moderator:
Glenn Haussman, Host, No Vacancy podcast Panelists:
Liam Brown, Group President, United States & Canada, Marriott International Larry Cuculic, President & CEO, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts George Limbert, President, Red Roof Michael I. Lipson, Chairman, CEO, Access Point Financial Neal Patel, 2022-2023 Chairman, AAHOA |
10:45 AM - 11:30 |
Refreshment Break
$1,000 cash drawing – Must be present to win.
Sponsored by
IHG Hotels & Resorts Legendary Capital Serta Simmons Hospitality |
11:30 AM - 12:30 |
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
W-1 Value-Add, Opportunistic and Distressed Acquisitions
Unlock value, stabilize under-managed or under-funded hotel assets, take advantage of repositioning opportunities, increase income, and identify exit strategies.
Moderator:
Mark Woodworth, Principal, R.M. Woodworth & Associates Panelists:
Mary Beth Cutshall, Managing Partner, Amara Capital Bruce Lowrey, Chief Lending Officer, Access Point Financial Greg OStean, Chief Development Officer, Aimbridge Biran Patel, Senior Vice President/ National Director Hospitality, Marcus & Millichap Jeff Wagoner, President & CEO, Outrigger Hospitality Group W-2 Leisure, Corporate and Group Meeting Demand: When Will We Return to Pre-Pandemic Metrics?
Leisure travel continues to be the main demand driver and group reservations are making a comeback but when will we return to pre-pandemic levels? Find out about the headwinds and current projections.
Moderator:
Rachel Humphrey, Hospitality Executive & Counsel, Panelists:
Zach Demuth, Head of Americas Hotel Research, JLL Gregg Forde, President & Chief Operating Officer, Island Hospitality Thomas M. Geshay, CEO & President, Davidson Hospitality Group Betty Wilson, Vice President, Global Accounts, IHG Hotels & Resorts W-3 Boutique Hotels Revolutionizing the Hotel Industry
As brand collections evolve, boutique hotel owners are taking the lead in setting new standards in design, guest experiences, revenue generators, local ambience and brand identity. Find out about the next great innovations before they go mainstream.
Moderator:
Stacy Shoemaker Rauen, SVP, Design Group, Emerald Editor-in-Chief, Hospitality Design Magazine Panelists:
John Keeling, Executive Vice President, Valencia Hotel Group Robert D. Kline, CEO & Co-Founder, Chartres Lodging Group Jenifer Neptune, Chief Visionary Officer | Co-Founder, Boutique Hotel Professionals Mark Shalala, SVP, Upscale Development, Choice Hotels International Jay Stein, Chief Executive Officer, Dream Hotel Group, LLC W-4 The Talent Crisis: Strategies for Recruitment, Retention and Doing More with Less
Solving the labor shortage REMAINS a top priority. How can we make a career in hospitality attractive for the long-term?
Moderator:
Robert A. Rauch, CHA, CEO, RAR Hospitality Panelists:
Moneesh Arora, CEO, UniFocus W. Chris Green, Divisional President, Remington Terri A. Haack, Senior Vice President, Lowe David Martin, Chief Operating Officer, Humanist Hospitality Gretchen Stroud, SVP, Talent & Inclusion, Hilton W-5 What’s Next for Capital Markets?
With increased stability and growth in the capital markets, experts discuss trends to watch in 2023 and the outlook for financing new build and existing hotels.
Moderator:
Daniel H. Lesser, Co-Founder, President & CEO, LW Hospitality Advisors Panelists:
Mike Canning, Senior Vice President – Capital Markets, HALL Structured Finance Joe Hercenberg, Sr. Managing Director, Walker & Dunlop Mark K. Owens, Executive Vice President & Co-Head of Hospitality Capital Markets, CBRE Hotels John Pascal, Principal, Paramount Capital Advisors Chris Williams, Managing Director, Hotel Franchise Finance - Western Region, Western Alliance Bank |
12:30 PM - 1:45 |
Lunch
Sponsored by
Platinum Construction Ten-X |
1:45 PM - 2:45 |
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
W-6 World Class: Upper Upscale and Luxury
Strategic expansion, exclusive experiences, award-winning concepts…What’s next as these two sectors grow in demand.
Moderator:
Rod Clough, MAI, President, HVS Americas Panelists:
Valentina Castellon, Principal Interior Designer, DLR Group Jenna Hackett, Global Brand Head, Curio & Tapestry Collections, Hilton Mark Keiser, Chief Development Officer, EOS Hospitality David Tarr, Senior Vice President of Development, Hyatt Hotels Corporation W-7 Management of Expenses in Uncertain Times
Inflation, COVID variants, ADR, occupancy, the cost of providing services…As the 2023 budget season approaches, the panel will help you identify ways to manage cash flow, reduce labor costs, optimize efficiency, shore up your reserves and boost your bottom line.
Moderator:
David Eisen, Content Director, Media, Questex Panelists:
Daniel F. Benavides, Principal, Sandman Savrann PLLC Paul Bennie, Vice President, Strategic Accounts, Actabl Ben Seidel, President & CEO, Real Hospitality Group Amber Thiel, Chief Financial Officer, Radisson Hotel Group Americas Abraham Tieh, Director of National Commercial Property Tax, O’Connor & Associates W-8 Investing in Select Service and Economy Hotels
Select service and economy lodging thrived throughout the pandemic and the sector continues to show resilience and stability. The panel will highlight new brands, hot markets, exciting innovations and new concepts to build your bottom line.
Moderator:
Ed McNeill, President, Lodging Media Panelists:
Greg Kennealey, CEO, Mission Hill Hospitality, a KSL Capital Company Brad LeBlanc, SVP & Chief Development Officer, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts Jared Meabon, SVP, Franchise Sales and Development, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Miraj S. Patel, 2022-2023 Treasurer, AAHOA W-9 Supply Chain Timeline, Costs and Your Patience
CapEx experts examine logistics and the supply chain to help you remain profitable during a new build or renovation.
Moderator:
Alan Benjamin, ISHC, President, Benjamin West Panelists:
Scott K. Hammons, President, Design and Construction, HEI Hotels and Resorts Helen W. Jorgensen, LEED®AP, Vice President, Design and Procurement, Host Hotels & Resorts Craig Lovett, Senior Vice President of Development, Trinity Investments LLC Linda Theisen, Vice President, Hilton Supply Management W-10 A Multifaceted Approach to Sustainable Construction, Design and Operations
Thoughtfully incorporate eco-friendly initiatives into your hotel architecture, electrical, mechanical and operations to create asset value, optimize cost savings and enhance the guest experience.
Moderator:
Chuck Pinkowski, Founder, Pinkowski & Company Panelists:
JoAnna Abrams, CEO, MindClick Christopher Kearney, PE, LEED AP, Vice President, EXP Paul McElroy, EVP Design & Construction, Highgate |
2:45 PM - 3:30 |
Refreshment Break
Sponsored by
InterMountain Hotels InterMountain Renovations |
3:30 PM - 4:30 |
CONCURRENT THINK TANKS
W-11 Hot Commodity: Extended Stay
Owners, investors and brands are focused on growing their extended stay footprint. Find out about market trends, key drivers, development activity, opportunities and the competitive landscape.
Moderator:
Dennis Nessler, Editor-in-Chief, Hotel Interactive Panelists:
Aimee Fyke, COO, Tharaldson Hospitality Management Alan Kanders, Founder, Three Wall Capital LLC Shane Platt, SVP, Lodging Development, Upscale Brands, Sonesta Mark Williams, Managing Director, Franchise Development, Extended Stay America David Wilner, SVP, Franchise Development, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts W-12 Renovation: Increase Value and Extend the Life of Your Hotel
Meet PIP requirements, reposition to strengthen market share, improve the guest experience, and manage the timeline, renovation costs and disruption.
Moderator:
Michelle Finn, Principal, Finn Consulting Group Panelists:
Cory Creath, Founding Principal Architect, AXIS/GFA Architecture + Design Terry Dammeyer, Chief of Owned Assets, White Lodging Services Aaron Dearborn, President, Amerail Systems Stephen Siegel, Principal, H-CPM (Hospitality Construction Project Management) Peter Welch, President & CEO, Continental Contractors, Inc W-13 EB-5 Is Back! What Does That Mean for Hotel Developers?
After lapsing in 2021, Congress revitalized the EB-5 program by reauthorizing Regional Centers. Should every developer consider EB-5 financing for their next hotel construction? The panel will answer your questions about EB-5 capital, which projects qualify, how to find a good Regional Center for your deal, what new regulatory provisions mean for all the stakeholders in the EB-5 industry and much more.
Moderator:
Ali Jahangiri, CEO, EB5 Investors Magazine | HOTELS Magazine Panelists:
Angelique Brunner, Founder and CEO, EB5 Capital Jim Butler, Chairman, JMBM Global Hospitality Group® Daniel J. Healy, Chief Executive Officer, Civitas Capital Group Noreen Hogan, President, CMB Regional Centers, LLC |
6:00 PM - 9:30 |
Dinner, Drinks, and Rock n' Roll -
The Lodging Conference Talent Show
Join your friends and colleagues as they sing, shred, drum and dance. You're invited to join the band on Wednesday evening at our dinner party on the lawn. To sign up and play with the band kindly email erin@LodgingConference.com
Sponsored by
Advanced Catastrophe Technologies (ACT) Best Western® Hotels & Resorts EV Hotels |
8:30 AM - 10:00 |
Breakfast Connect with Owners, Investors, Developers and Operators
All are welcome.
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10:00 AM |
Door Prizes
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Conference Adjourns
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