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Things to Know to Make the Most of Your NAPO Conference Experience!

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The 24th Annual Conference and Organizing Exposition will take place at the Hilton Baltimore in Baltimore, Maryland.

The Hilton Baltimore is located just minutes away from Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) at:

401 West Pratt Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
Ph: 1-443-573-8700
Fax: 1-443-683-8841
Reservations: 1-800-HILTONS

Attire
The recommended conference attire is business casual. Remember – the convention facilities can be cool because of the air conditioning so remember a sweater or light jacket.

BCPO® Information – Eligible Credits
An attendee must use his or her own judgment as to whether a session meets the BCPO® CEU eligibility requirements that a class must provide skills and knowledge that further the professional’s ability to better serve their clients. As with any class or conference session, it is always possible that the material the presenter covers will differ from the session overview.

For additional information regarding CEU eligibility, please refer to http://www.certifiedprofessionalorganizers.org/faq.php#CEU

Cell Phones, Pagers, and other Electronic Devices
As a courtesy to others, please turn off all cell phones and pagers when attending educational sessions. If you must be available, please set mobile devices to vibrate. Please be considerate of fellow attendees when using typing devices, like laptops and BlackBerries, during educational sessions.

Children
Children under the age of 14 are not permitted in any educational session, the exposition hall, or the hospitality suite.

Committee / Special Interest Group (SIG) Meetings
The meeting date for NAPO Committees and SIG’s is Friday, March 23, 2012 from 10:45 am – 12:15 pm.

Please check your NAPO Conference registration materials for a complete listing of all NAPO Committees and Special Interest Groups (SIGs) scheduled meetings. All attendees are welcome to join a NAPO Committee or SIG meeting; however, some meetings may be closed to their members.

Conference Evaluations

The NAPO Conference evaluation process will be online again this year. Detailed information will be provided within your registration materials that will be distributed on-site.

Exhibits
Visit the Exhibit Hall to see the hottest products and services in the organizing industry. Vendors will be demonstrating their latest services, and technology, while showcasing many home and business products. The exhibits are an integral part of the educational experience.

The exhibits are open during the following hours:

Wednesday, March 21st 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Thursday, March 22nd 8:00 am - 1:15 pm 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Friday, March 23rd 8:00 am – 12:30 pm

First Time Attendees Orientation
All first-time attendees to the NAPO Conference should plan to attend the First-Time Attendees Orientation on Thursday, March 23rd. This session will maximize learning and networking opportunities. It is also a great way to meet NAPO leaders and other first-time attendees.

Fragrance-Free Policy
For the comfort and safety of all attendees, the NAPO® conference is fragrance free. Please refrain from wearing colognes or scented products.

Member Services

Don’t forget to visit the NAPO Membership Booth in the Key Ballroom Foyer for valuable information of the many benefits of NAPO membership. Both members and non-members are encouraged to visit the booth. The member services booth will be open during the NAPO Conference hours.

Message Board
Look for the message board in the registration area to make connections, find partners for sharing non-conference activities, and read important announcements of all kinds, including lost-and-found and last-minute room or speaker changes. Attendees are asked not to post any:
• Advertisements for products or services
• Announcements that could be offensive to other attendees.

Organizers’ Choice Awards
Be sure to vote for your favorite organizing products while in the Exhibit Hall. A ballot is in the meeting bag. The deadline for voting is NOON on Thursday, March 22nd. The winners will be announced at the Expo Reception on Thursday evening. The categories are: Best Product-Business; Best Product-Residential; Best Product-Technology; Best Service.

Photography Disclaimer
Please note that photographs of adults, minors, and property may be taken during NAPO’s Annual Conference & Organizing Exposition. NAPO may use these photographs in projects related to promoting the association and the professional organizing industry. These projects may include, but are not limited to, Get Organized MonthSM materials, educational material about the profession, and NAPO’s Web site. All photographic images of adults, minors, and property used and taken by NAPO are owned by NAPO and NAPO may copyright material containing same. Subjects receiving any print, negative or other copy thereof, agree not to authorize its use by anyone else. Subjects waive any right to inspect or approve the finished copy, images, or printed matter that may be created in conjunction with this material. NAPO shall be without liability for any distortion or illusionary effect resulting from the publication of such photographic images.

Planned Meal Events
Wednesday, March 21st
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm - Welcome and Meet the Leaders Reception - full reception buffet with heavy hors d'oeuvres and cash bar (Expo Hall – Key Ballroom)

Thursday, March 22nd
8:00 am – 9:00 am – Continental Breakfast in the Expo Hall
11:30 am – 1:00 pm - Buffet Lunch in the Expo Hall
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm - Exhibitor's Reception - reception buffet with light hors d'oeuvres and cash bar (Expo Hall Key Ballroom)

Friday, March 23rd
8:00 am – 9:00 am – Continental Breakfast in the Expo Hall
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Annual Membership Meeting and Lunch (Baltimore Convention Center-Ballrooms III-IV)

Saturday, March 24th
8:00 am – 9:00 am – Continental Breakfast in the Key Ballroom Foyer
12:00 pm -1:30 pm Awards Luncheon (Baltimore Convention Center-Ballrooms III-IV)

No other meals will be offered by NAPO at the NAPO Conference. Water will be provided in meeting rooms.

Pre-Conference Events There are 5 Pre-conference workshops on Wednesday, March 21st. If you have registered for any of these events, the event code will appear on the bottom corner of your NAPO Conference badge. Handouts will be provided only to registered attendees of the particular session.

Prize Drawings
Your badge envelope contains a raffle ticket. Be sure to drop it into the drum located in the Exposition Hall by 6:00 pm Thursday, March 22nd. Prize drawings will begin at approximately 7:00 PM on Thursday in the Exposition Hall. You must be present to win.

Drawings for a free registration to the 2013 NAPO® Annual Conference and Organizing Exposition and a one-year NAPO® membership will be drawn at the conclusion of the Keynote Address on Saturday afternoon. You must be present to win.

Program Book
The NAPO Conference Final Program Book will be made available in digital format to all registered attendees. Please visit http://2012.napo.net/ to view the Digital Final Program Book. An access code will be provided to all registered attendees via email at least 2 weeks prior to the NAPO Conference. Attendees are strongly encouraged to print handouts for their registered sessions and general information.

Registration
Attendees must register for the events they wish to attend during the NAPO Conference. Registration will be located in the Key Ballroom Foyer.

The hours of registration are:
Tuesday, March 20th 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Wednesday, March 21st 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Thursday, March 22nd 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Friday, March 23rd 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday, March 24th 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

(Registration hours are subject to change without notice)

Attendees can pick up name badges, meeting bags, and pocket programs at the registration desk. Name badges must be worn at all NAPO Conference events, including in the Exhibit Hall and at meal functions. The official NAPO Conference badge will grant attendees access to conference events. Please do not wear the NAPO member badge. Please find additional tickets in the name badge envelope from registration. Keep these tickets behind the name badge in the badge holder.

Session Recordings
An order form is included in the meeting bag for CD and DVD recordings of the concurrent sessions offered at the NAPO Conference. Complete the form and return to the recording sales table in the Key Ballroom Foyer.

Welcome and Meet the Leaders Reception
Wednesday, March 21 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm in the Exhibit Hall
Kick off your conference with an action-packed evening in the Expo Hall. Peruse the latest trends and resources our Expo vendors bring and connect with your NAPO leadership while enjoying a heavy hors d’oeuvres reception and a cash bar. The NAPO Board works hard on behalf of the membership to ensure NAPO is growing in the right direction. Board members represent many areas in order to foster growth and development for the Association. Board members will be available to discuss their roles and responsibilities in the areas of:

Membership Web/Communication
Associate Members Finance
Chapters Executive Committee
Certification Nominating Committee
Marketing/Public Relations Education

Stop by and introduce yourself and get to know your Board up close and personal!

NAPO looks forward to a successful conference. If you have any questions, please drop by the registration desk and the staff will be happy to help!