NNECERAPPA Fall 2012 Conference

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“Expanding Our Knowledge”

HOSTED BY

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Colby College in Waterville, Maine, located in central Maine, an easy 2 miles from Interstate 95. 

The theme “Expanding our Knowledge” will highlight the extensive and expanding knowledge required in today’s successful facility operations.

Our conference co-chairs are:

  • Patricia Whitney, Director of Physical Plant
  • Dale DeBlois, Environment Programs Manger
KEY REASONS TO ATTEND
EDUCATION. Attend stimulating workshops on a wide range of topics by industry experts; aquire valuable, job specific knowledge.
TRADESHOW. Visit business partners during dedicated tradeshow time, to gather information on products and services that will benefit your institution.
NETWORK. Share ideas, build relationships, and make important face-to-face connections with other facility professionals.
VALUE. A comprehensive professional development opportunity for just $99.00, including meals and resource materials.

REGISTRATION
Register now for the Fall 2012 NNECERAPPA Conference! Walk-ins are also welcome.  ConferenceBrochureStar

Campus Facilities:
The Alfond Athletic Center is the conference “hub” and location of the registration desk, exhibit hall and all meals (except the banquet). When you arrive, check in here first to receive conference materials, tote bag and nametag. See the campus map for reference

The Educational Sessions will take place in two primary buildings: Roberts Union and Bixler Art /Music Building. Due to the unique content, there are alternative venues for the Teamwork/ Communication session and the Grounds/Custodial Equipment session. The Final Program booklet distributed at the conference will indicate specific meeting room assignments for each workshop.

NOTE: The educational session buildings are a short walk from Alfond, however there will be shuttle service provided for your convenience.

Parking:
Although students are away on break, many offices remain open. We ask that you park in the parking lot to the east of the athletic center for the sessions and Eustis parking lot for the banquet. See parking map for reference.

SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE

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MONDAY – OCTOBER 15, 2012
8:00 am – 5:00 pm Registration Desk Open
10:00 am Exhibit Area Opens
11:00 am – 11:30 am Welcome Meeting for “First Time” Attendees
11:45 am – 1:00 pm Opening Luncheon
Co-sponsored by Canal5Studio and PC Construction
1:15 pm – 2:30 pm Concurrent Sessions – Session 1
2:45 pm – 3:30 pm Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
Sponsored by Geolnsight 
3:30 pm – 4:45 pm Concurrent Sessions – Session 2
5:30 pm – 6:45 pm Networking Reception with Exhibitors
Sponsored by Rist-Frost-Shumway Engineering, PC 
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm  Banquet
Sponsored by D.E.W. Construction
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm Pub Night
Sponsored by Trident Controls 
TUESDAY – OCTOBER 16, 2012
7:00 am – 8:00 am Breakfast
Sponsored by Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc.
8:00 am – 12:00 pm Registration Desk Open
8:15 am – 9:30 am Concurrent Sessions – Session 3
9:45 am – 10:15 am Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
10:30 am Exhibit Area Closes
10:30 am – 11:45 am Concurrent Session – Session 4
12:00 pm – 12:45 pm Closing Buffet Luncheon
Sponsored by WBRC Architects & Engineers
12:45 pm Conference Adjourns
LODGING INFORMATION
A room block has been reserved at the following nearby hotels offering a special discounted room rate for conference attendees. Reservations must be made at both hotels by September 21, 2012. Be sure to mention you’re with “NNECERAPPA” in order to receive the reduced rate!
BEST WESTERN PLUS
374 Main Street, Waterville
Rate: $75.00/night
To make reservations, call 207-873-0111

THE FIRESIDE INN & SUITES 
356 Main Street, Waterville
Rate: $65.00/night
To make reservations, call 207-873-3335