Attendee Frequently Asked Questions
Date and Event Changes for 2010 Golf Industry Show
Based on feedback from attendees and exhibitors, the format for the 2010 GCSAA Education Conference and Golf Industry Show in San
Diego will be modified so that all events are held on weekdays. Responding to members’ desires to preserve more of their weekends for family and personal time, the trade show portion of the event will be conducted Wednesday and Thursday, with virtually no competing events. GCSAA education will be held on Monday, Tuesday and Friday.
I understand the dates for the education conferences and trade show will change beginning in 2010. What are the dates of the trade show?
What are the dates for the GCSAA Education Conference and the other partner education conferences?
Why has the schedule been adjusted?
What has been the feedback from exhibitors?
What are the opening events on Wednesday and Thursday?
What is the Closing Event on Thursday evening?
Will I be able to take the same amount of conference education and/or seminars with the new schedule?
What about the Golf Championship?
I understand the dates for the education conferences and trade show will change beginning in 2010. What are the dates of the trade show?
The trade show will open Wednesday, Feb. 10 following a Combined General Session (from 8-9 a.m.) for all audiences, including exhibitors. The trade show will continue on Thursday, Feb. 11 following another Combined General Session (from 8-9 a.m.) and will end with a Closing Event (from 5-6 p.m.), both of which exhibitors are encouraged to attend. The trade show will be open from 7 - 9 a.m. for the Distributor Preview and from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. for all attendees on Wednesday and from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. for all attendees on Thursday, with virtually no competing events on either day.
What are the dates for the GCSAA Education Conference and the other partner education conferences?
The GCSAA Education Conference, NGCOA Annual Conference and CMAA World Conference on Club Management will be held Monday, Feb. 8; Tuesday, Feb. 9; and Friday, Feb. 12; The CMAA will also sponsor education Saturday, Feb. 13.
Why has the schedule been adjusted?
The adjusted schedule will allow attendees to focus almost exclusively on the Golf Industry Show on Wednesday and Thursday. There will be no worrying about attending a session or seminar that competes with the activity on the floor. For NGCOA and GCSAA attendees, it will also allow them to return to their facilities and their families in time for the weekend. We know that there is much to consume from education, to the trade show, to networking. The new schedule will eliminate many of those conflicts and allow you to do what is most important when it is most important – knowing that you did not miss an opportunity.
For exhibitors, the adjusted schedule means focused trade show only time for our attendee groups for two solid days with virtually no competing events. Additionally, all audiences will have very similar arrival and departure patterns, truly bringing them together under one roof for the Wednesday and Thursday trade show. Finally, the schedule now allows for exhibitors to attend the Combined General Sessions each morning and Closing Event following the second day of the Golf Industry Show. These are new, exclusive networking opportunities for our exhibitors.
The decision was made based upon attendee and exhibitor survey feedback. We enlisted the consultation of Steven Hacker, CAE, President of the International Association for Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) and of Skip Cox, President/CEO of Exhibit Surveys, Inc. The new schedule of events represents a maturing of the Golf Industry Show based upon our success. We are always evaluating our event for opportunities to enhance the experience for attendees and exhibitors.
What has been the feedback from exhibitors?
The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. The exhibitors appreciated the opportunity for input.
What are the opening events on Wednesday and Thursday?
Some of the best feedback we have received has been on the larger sessions featuring energetic, captivating and entertaining keynote speakers. We will begin each day with a session featuring a similar presentation that is sure to provide energy as you walk the trade show floor. Attendees and exhibitors are invited to attend the exciting Combined General Sessions before the trade show opens. This is an exclusive opportunity for attendees to renew acquaintances and meet new friends, and for exhibitors to network with customers. More details will be communicated in the coming months.
What is the Closing Event on Thursday evening?
The Closing Event will be a celebration of the show just completed and a preview of the next year's event. Exhibitors are invited to network with attendees at the closing event on Thursday evening (Feb. 11). More details will be communicated in the coming months.
Will I be able to take the same amount of conference education and/or seminars with the new schedule?
We believe that with the non-competing event format during the trade show, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in even more education. The exact schedule has not been developed, but we see fewer conflicts than in the past.
What about the Golf Championship?
The 2010 National Championship and Golf Classic will be held Feb. 5 – 7 in Palm Springs, Calif. and will be conducted as follows:
- Four-Ball Mixer: Feb. 5 (Open to all flights including the National Championship Flight)
- National Championship: Feb. 6 – 7 (Two-day event, previously a three-day event)
- Golf Classic: Feb. 6 – 7 (Remains a two-day event)
By concluding all activities and events on Sunday, Feb. 7, all participants will be able to take full advantage of the education opportunities offered at the GCSAA Education Conference in San Diego beginning on Monday, Feb. 8.
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