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2008 BPAMA Convention and Business Expo
October 22-24, 2008
Tucson, Arizona
JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa
Convention Information
Every year, BPAMA marketer and supplier members join BP representatives to:
- * Address critical issues facing our industry
- * Reflect on recent performance
- * Look ahead to new opportunities that can improve your business
This year’s BPAMA Convention and Business Expo was developed to arm you with the information, strategies and resources that will help you thrive in a difficult economy while giving you a voice in the future initiatives that will drive your success.
We’re particularly excited about the insights our two featured speakers will provide:
- * Economist Philip Verleger of PKVerleger will address the current economy, our industry, and the political implications to both
- * David Portalatin of the NPD Group will share consumer purchasing trends in the automotive and oil industry
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Agenda at a Glance
(subject to change, please check convention brochure upon arrival for final agenda)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22
3:00 – 5:00 p.m. — Jobber Forum
5:30 – 7:00 p.m. — Welcome Reception
7:00 p.m. — Dinner on your own
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23
8:00 – 11:15 a.m — General/Economic Forum featuring economist Philip Verleger
11:30 a.m. — 5:30 p.m. Business Expo
7:00 p.m. — Welcome Dinner
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24th
8:00 – 10:45 a.m. — General Session featuring consumer expert David Portalatin
11:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m — Series of Workshops offered[JC1]
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Regional Town Halls
7:00 – 10:00 p.m. — Closing Dinner
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Workshops
Friday, October 24
Workshops are being specifically designed to help BPAMA marketers arm their company with the tools to accelerate growth in the current challenging economic climate:
* Show Me the Money – Learn the steps marketers can take to gain access to capital, restructure financing, cut costs, improve cash flow and increase the bottom line.
* The Dealer Market – How can marketers continue to grow this business while improving relationships and increasing volume.
* Architecture of Excellence – Together, BPAMA and BP will provide programs to help marketers make effective long-term investments in their business. The first module, Strategic Planning, will be unveiled in Tucson.
* Igniting Loyalty – See a variety of ways marketers can keep the consumer loyal in the face of $4-plus gallons of gas.
* Payment Card Initiative (PCI) – What is it? Understand the investment marketers must make to prevent a legal headache.
Stay tuned for updates on these sessions and more.
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Convention Registration
Single Registration — $395
Couple Registration — $790
Junior Registration — $175 (7 and up)
Registration rates will increase after Monday, September 29th
Online Registration >
Attendee Registration (pdf)
Exhibitor Registration (pdf)
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Hotel Accommodations
JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa
3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85745
520-792-3500
Rooms are being held for BPAMA guests at the special rate of $229, plus tax.
Reservations:
Online Reservations
or oy phone, call 520-792-3500
The JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa offers all the amenities of a luxury resort while preserving the natural habitat of the Sonoran Desert – 95 percent of the property has been left in its original state. The resort boasts world-class spa facilities, nationally acclaimed golf courses and award-winning restaurants.
To learn more about the resort, visit:
www.jwmarriottstarrpass.com
For more information about Tucson, visit:
www.tucsonaz.gov
www.visittucson.org
Cut-off date for the hotel group rate is Monday, September 29.
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Business Expo
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Move in Available
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23
8:00 am – 10:30 am: Move in
11:30 am – 5:30 pm: Business Expo Open
5:30 pm – 12:00 am: Move out
Registration Costs
Reminder: all exhibitors must be a member of BPAMA in order to exhibit at the convention.
Membership: $500
8 x 10 Booth with registration for 1 attendee: $2200
Registration includes full access to all business meetings (with the exception of the jobber only forum) and all social functions
Additional attendee with full access: $395
Business Expo only access: $75
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