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to reduce the likelihood of being
dragged into expensive construction
defect litigation. Gregg Ketter of Ketter
Development will help attendees to
“Master Emotional Intelligence,” which
he says is particularly central to leadership,
and “Cultivate High Performance
Teams.”
Home Away from Home
While the Cashman Center is hosting
the event, attendees are invited to stay
at the nearby Golden Nugget Hotel &
Casino in downtown Las Vegas.
The hotel, known for its classic feel of
Old Las Vegas, unveiled a $60 million
expansion in December 2007, which includes
an expanded gaming floor, a
new sushi restaurant and an exciting
new nightlife venue called Gold Diggers.
Previous renovations and additions
to the world-renowned AAA Four
Diamond Award-winning property include
The Tank, a pool with live shark
aquarium complete with it’s own passthrough,
three-story waterslide; restaurants
Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse,
Grotto Italian Ristorante, Lillie’s Noodle
House and The Buffet; a Race and
Sports Book, Poker Room and the redesigned
casino floor; RUSH Lounge,
an ultra-lounge experience in the center
of the casino floor; The Showroom,
an intimate, 600-seat theater hosting
the best in headline entertainment;
renovated luxury spa, salon and fitness
center; and ultra-modern Gold Club
rooms. With all of this to do, there’s little
reason to leave the hotel—except to
come to the Expo, of course.
The trade show will feature big industry names, although show organizers say
the event remains personal enough to spend quality time with exhibitors.
Schedule at a Glance
Thursday, May 1, 2008
AGA Golf Outing .........................................................................6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Friday, May 2, 2008
Registration Open ......................................................................8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
AGA Annual Meeting ..................................................................9 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
Keynote Speaker......................................................................9:15 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Educational Seminars .............................................................11 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Americas Glass Showcase ® ..........................................................11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cocktail Reception ..........................................................................5 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Registration Open ......................................................................8 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Educational Seminars..........................................................9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Americas Glass Showcase ® ..........................................................10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Connecting
with Colleagues
Actually, there’s more than just the
trade show floor to draw you away from
the bright lights of Vegas; there are also
plenty of opportunities to network with
your peers and learn the latest from
colleagues who know the challenges
you face.
For starters, this year’s show will continue
the tradition of hosting the annual
AGA Golf Classic. The best ball
competition, to be held jointly with the
IGA, will take place Thursday, May 1, at
the Rhodes Ranch Golf Club. This
course, designed by architect Ted
Robinson, is said to provide a blend of
challenge and playability to golfers of
all skill levels. It’s highlighted by a
group of par threes which Robinson
calls the very best that he has ever designed,
and includes a multitude of
water features, varying elevations, stunning
city and mountain views and gentle
rolling fairways.
Registration for four-person teams
begins at 6:30 a.m. and a shotgun start
is to begin promptly at 7:30 a.m. All
fees include golf cart, giveaways and
greens fees. Club rentals will be available
for an additional fee. Teams of four
are welcome to register.
If golf isn’t your thing—but the Vegas
scene is—a cocktail reception from 5-6
p.m. on Friday, May 2, following the Expo,
will include everything you need to know
on Vegas staples such as craps, blackjack
and other classic games. Cocktails and
finger foods will be served. Why not start
off the night with a lesson and mingling
and end it in a Vegas casino with some of
your new friends?
More Information?
To learn more about the Americas
Glass Showcase®, or register to attend,
visit www.americasglassassn.org.
To register for the IGA’s show, visit
www.iga.org.
To register for the IWFE, visit
http://windowfilmmag.com/iwfe. ■
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