Take advantage of the many social events and enjoy the music, food and attractions that New Orleans has to offer. Whether you come alone or with a group, you will have ample opportunity to make new contacts in informal settings.
In addition to connecting with friends at breakfasts, luncheons and refreshment breaks, be sure to attend these special events.
Welcome Reception
Sunday, June 21, 5 – 7 p.m.
Don't miss the grand opening of the Exhibit Hall. Join us for a
reception to
kick off the
58th Annual Professional Development Conference &
Exposition and welcome you the Big Easy! This is your first
opportunity to explore exhibits showcasing an exciting
marketplace of the latest technologies, services and products on
the market. Enjoy hearty hors d'oeuvres. Sip a glass of wine.
Catch up with old friends and make new connections at this
informal networking event. The conference starts here!
Monday Mixer
Monday, June 22, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Join us for an informal happy hour in the Exhibit Hall. This is another opportunity to relax, have a drink or a light snack, and mingle with other PDC attendees.
Monday Soiree
Monday, June 22, 7 – 10 p.m.
The night continues at one of New Orleans’ most celebrated downtown venues. We’ll have food, fun and networking. Enjoy dancing to a live band or simply enjoy the relaxed, casual atmosphere to network with colleagues and friends. This party is packed with excitement and a good time is guaranteed to be had by all.
President's Reception
Wednesday, June 24, 5 – 10 p.m.
Let the good times roll! Bring your masks, boas and join the AGA Krewe for Mardi Gras! The President’s Reception is a fun-filled evening and the last social event of the PDC. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy delicious New Orleans cuisine, great music and network with colleagues and friends. Bring your dancing shoes—a live band will play all of your zydeco, rock, R & B, oldies, pop and country music favorites.
National Community Service Project
Thursday, June 25, 7:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Please join Past National
President Jeffrey S. Hart, CGFM, CFE, AGA National
President-elect Billy Morehead, Ph.D., CGFM, CPA, and other
AGA leaders at AGA's “Third-and-a-half” Annual National
Community Service Project on June 25, the day after the PDC
ends. This will be the third consecutive year, and the
second time in 2009, that AGA members and their family and
friends meet in New Orleans to build a house with Habitat
for Humanity for victims of Hurricane Katrina.
By one estimate, as many as 20,000 buildings in the city remain uninhabitable after the 2005 hurricane. In fact, 27,500 families, mostly from New Orleans, are still waiting for their homes to be repaired or for some kind of affordable housing to become available.
Stay in New Orleans an extra day, and take part in this fun and meaningful event. You can make a difference. All AGA hotels will honor the special AGA rate for this extra night if space is available. Volunteers will work from 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Transportation will be arranged (perhaps for a small fee), and lunch will be provided by the New Orleans AGA chapter. Please complete the registration form as soon as possible to participate.
Contact Jeff
Hart for details at 303.312.6169 or
hart.jeff@epa.gov.
Read his description and photographs from AGA's April 2008
Habitat work project in New Orleans.
Community Service Raffle
AGA is proud to once again sponsor the National Community Service Raffle. During the conference we’ll be selling raffle tickets for great prizes such as gift certificates, regional gift baskets, sports memorabilia and lots more. Be sure to visit the Exhibit Hall to check out the raffle loot.
Proceeds from the raffle will support the AGA National Community Service Fund as well as a charity selected by raffle participants. Make sure to stop by the raffle booth and vote for your favorite charity.
Chapters are asked to donate prizes from their local areas. Contact raffle coordinator Renee Gilman, CGFM, at AGARaffle@hotmail.com to donate.
PDC Spouse, Partner & Guest Program
Welcome to N’awlins! We are looking forward to seeing you at AGA’s PDC in New Orleans. While you’re here, we want make sure that you AND your guest have a great time. We have created a new program to keep everyone entertained in the Big Easy. While you’re busy in the technical education sessions, we’ll be hosting a variety of activities for your spouse/guest. Tours are scheduled to give your guest plenty of time to return hotel to join you for evening receptions or free time to enjoy the city!
Attendees are encouraged to bring their guests to the PDC. This new program serves as an opportunity for your spouse, partner or guest to catch up with old acquaintances and make new friends, while discovering New Orleans’ culture and history.
If you have any questions regarding the tours, please contact The Vega Group, aga-tours@vegagroup.com, at 504.488.5222.