Together, We're Even Better Mike McKinley - Keynote Speaker
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Success by Association
Vaughan Privett - Keynote Speaker
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Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) -
A Growing Business Segment for Our Industry? Linda Echterhoff and Sean Soady
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Labor Relations Challenges in the 21st Century:
A Survival Guide for Merit Shop Contractors Eric N. Athey, Esq
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Is Mold a Real Danger? Gary Auman and Larry Nelles
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Refractory Ceramic Fiber - An Update on Product Stewardship and the Current Regulatory Environment
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Health and Safety BestPractices Gary Auman and Dale Haden
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Asbestos Legislation - What Does This Mean for You? Theodore Brodie
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Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) Roundtable Exchange Linda Echterhoff and Sean Soady
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Promoting the Industry Online with the NIA Website Shannon Rhodes
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TECHNICAL PAPER PRESENTATIONS
The Impact of High Natural Gas Prices on the Mechanical Insulation Industry Gordon H. Hart, P.E., Artek, Inc.
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Energy Codes for Insulation Thickness Roger Schmidt, Nomaco/K-Flex and Kartik Patel, Armacell LLC
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An Evaluation of Self-Drying Insulation for Use on Chilled Water Piping Chris Crall, Owens Corning
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Ship Configurations and Insulation Design/Application Pat Fulton, Silencing Ocean Systems and Gerald Cox, Performance Contracting, Inc
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ENTERTAINMENT
Welcome Reception - Mexican Fiesta
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Entertainment - Bwiya Toli
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Associates' Night - Wild Wild West
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Entertainment - the Young Country Variety Band
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President's Gala Dinner/Dance
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Entertainment - Affinity
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MANUFACTURERS' DESSERT HOSPITALITY SUITES
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SPOUSE/GUEST PROGRAMS
Women's Health and Fitness Series: Part One Spouse Networking Brunch
Quality of Speaker, Dr. Marietta Anthony
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Women's Health and Fitness Series: Part Two A Morning of Yoga
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OPTIONAL ATTRACTIONS
4-Wheeling Jeep Adventure
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Kartchner Caverns
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Desert Museum
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Pima Air Museum & Bone Yard
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Horseback Trail Ride
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RECREATIONAL TOURNAMENTS
Golf Tournament
La Paloma Country Club
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Tournament Organization
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Tennis Tournament
Westin La Paloma tennis facilities
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SITE AND SERVICE
NIA Staff
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Westin La Paloma Staff/Service
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Site Location- Tucson
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Facilities of the The Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa
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TRANSPORTATION
Did you use the American Airlines discount offer?
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No
Were you pleased with this arrangement?
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Would you use a similar arrangement next year for Las Vegas, Nevada?
Yes
No
Please indicate your choice of airline travel to Las Vegas, Nevada?
Did you rent a car during your stay in Arizona?
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If yes, from whom?
How important were the following elements when deciding on attending this year's convention?
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How important are the following elements when deciding on whether or not to attend next year's convention in Las Vegas, Nevada?
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COMMUNICATIONS/MARKETING
Pre-Convention Promotion
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Convention Registration Confirmation
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Convention Program/Information Upon Arrival
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Did you visit our convention site on the NIA website?
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If so, was it helpful?
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Did you register for the convention on the NIA website?
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No
Did you pay the registration fees online?
Yes
No
If no, why not?
If yes, how would you describe the online payment system?
Did you pre-register for gala seating on the NIA website?
Yes
No
Would you like the option again next year?
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No
How did you hear about the convention (please check all that apply):
Broadcast Fax
Direct Mail
E-News Bulletin
NIA Website
NIA News
Insulation Outlook
Business Associate
Other
Comments and Suggestions:
SESSION TOPICS
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SITE SELECTION
Do you plan on attending the 2005 Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada?
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No
Would you like NIA to consider Tucson as a future destination?
Yes
No
If yes, when?
Years
Please rate the following potential sites for future conventions on a scale of 1 to 6 with 1 being your favorite:
Hawaii (big island)
San Francisco, CA
Orlando, FL
New Orleans, LA
Miami, FL
Southern California Coast
Is there a future convention site you'd like to suggest?
UPCOMING SITES
2005 - Hyatt Regency Lake Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada
2006 - The Westin La Cantera, San Antonio, Texas
2007 - Sheraton Wild Horse Pass, Phoenix, Arizona
ATTENDEE INFORMATION
Number of years you've attended the NIA Convention:
Membership Status:
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Associate (Manufacturer)
Spouse/Guest
International
Are you a member of an insulation trade association other than NIA? Yes
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If yes, please list:
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PERSONAL INFORMATION
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