49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicago |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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Search Engine Strategies Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 8-11, 2008 at
Chicago Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SES Chicago features presentations and panel discussions covering all aspects of search engine-related promotion, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Mobile Marketing. Learn the tricks of the trade, from best practices and tactics to strategy and branding.
"Seasoned search maven or hopeful newbie, you'll find speakers who share expertise, new research, horizon's edge views and knuckles-in-the code tactics." |
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ProMat 2009 |
| Jan 12-15, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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Mid American Horticultural Show |
| Jan 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place West , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Mid-Am 2009: Products. Programs. People. Progress ...
NEW location ... Updated Programming ... Continued Service to the Green Industry!
As the Midwest's premier horticultural trade show, Mid-Am is the go-to place for all your green-industry needs where attendees can see, touch, and experience up-to-date products and services while developing personal knowledge and professional skills with Mid-Am's expanded programs and a wide spectrum of exhibitor displays. See Chicago's NBC 5 news coverage here. |
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Strictly Sail Chicago |
| Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The festivities begin Thursday, January 29th and will not end until the final bell sounds on Sunday, February 1st. This four-day sailing extravaganza features the latest and greatest the sailing industry has to offer. Youxe2x80x99ll find the latest boat designs and the designers themselves, the newest sailing gear, accessories and hardware from the industries top suppliers and the most up to date charter information all from more than 250 exhibiting companies from around the globe.
Strictly Sail shows have become a resource for learning and fun, putting xe2x80x98edutainmentxe2x80x99 at the forefront of the planning. Every Strictly Sail Show has added more interactive exhibits providing an opportunity for new sailors to learn about sailing and for the more experienced sailor, wexe2x80x99ve added more activities to improve your skills and become more confident at the helm.
Sailors of all ages and abilities find Strictly Sail Chicago xe2x80x9cthe sailing eventxe2x80x9d of the year. This year's activities include a full schedule of seminars from the most renowned sailors in the world, remote control boat racing to challenge your family or friends, live music, daily prizes and special event activities for every attendee. Additionally, Navy Pier, located on Chicagoxe2x80x99s famous waterfront, offers restaurants, stores and fun filled activities to fill every landlubberxe2x80x99s day. Make it a day trip or make it a weekend getaway, Strictly Sail Chicago promises to deliver an experience youxe2x80x99ll look forward to again and again. |
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2009 AAAS ANNUAL MEETING |
| Feb 12-16, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Founded in 1848, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the world's largest federation of scientists and engineers, with 130,000 members and 262 affiliated societies and academies of science, serving 10 million individuals. It runs programs in science policy, education, science, and security, and publishes the world-renowned journal, Science.
The AAAS Annual Meeting is one of the most widely recognized and reported interdisciplinary scientific events, encompassing the breadth of the sciences as well as education, engineering, and technology. It is a major attraction for the scientific, business, NGO, media, and policy-maker communities concerned about the interaction of science and technology with society.
A diverse array of experts, entrepreneurs, educators, and policy-makers attend the meeting, which typically includes up to 10,000 participants and hundreds of members of the national and international media. In addition to plenary and topical lectures as well as a variety of special events, about 175 symposia are presented each year.
Symposium proposals for the 2009 meeting, which will be held 12-16 February in Chicago, are now being solicited. The deadline for submission is 28 April 2008, 11:59 p.m. PT. Decisions will be announced in July. |
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11th Annual Design for Six Sigma: A Total System Approach |
| Feb 23-25, 2009 at
Holiday Inn, Mart Plaza, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * D is for Depth: Digging deep into complexity behind the scenes of an advanced DfSS deployment
* F is for Format: More discussion, more sharing and more whistleblowing xe2x80x93 say goodbye to death by power point
* S is for Service: New service-focused knowledge sharing for those at the cutting edge of DfSS adoption in services
* S is for Systems xe2x80x93 a Total Systems Approach: Immerse yourself in the collaborative approach for product and process development, innovation and value engineering |
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ATHENA International 2009 Leadership Summit |
| Mar 15-17, 2009 at
Renaissance Hotel in Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| ATHENA International, an organization recognized worldwide as supporting, honoring and developing women in leadership, announces the inaugural collaborative Leadership Summit designed to collectively develop and enhance leadership strategies for women in the 21st century.
Women from around the world will attend the event, including many ATHENA Award Recipients, finalists, and other outstanding women. Many top level speakers will be presenting at the summit. A gala dinner to honor women leaders will include the presentation of the International ATHENA Award and the International ATHENA Young Professional Award.
Some of the sessions at the Leadership
Summit will include:
xe2x80xa2 Women in Leadership: Strategies, Insights & Solutions
xe2x80xa2 Where are we now? What needs remain?
xe2x80xa2 Collaboration as a key strategy for progress |
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Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) |
| Mar 18-21, 2009 at
Westin , Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Classroom Teachers, Administrators, Principals, School Board Members, Teacher Educators, College Students, Child Care Personnel, Parents, Other Caregivers |
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GLOBAL SHOP 2009 |
| Mar 23-25, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| GlobalShop 2008 in Chicago was a success! Thank you for joining us in this dynamic, retail-centric city, where GlobalShop exhibitors shined.
GlobalShop - where retailers and brand managers go to find retail
design, in-store marketing, and technology solutions. Whether you're
an apparel company who wants to buy the newest P.O.P. display
fixtures, a restaurant concerned about creating a memorable dining
atmosphere, or a museum looking for lighting that will illuminate
the artwork, GlobalShop has it all. Receive advice from industry
professionals on how to refine your visual displays and optimize your
space to make it more functional and more profitable.
Be a part of GlobalShop 2009 in Las Vegas - the city that plays hard
also knows retail! With some of the newest and most dynamic retail
locations, Las Vegas is certainly the ultimate place to experience
consumer-oriented retail. |
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TIA TravelCom 2009 |
| Mar 31-Apr 2, 2009 at
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| TIA's TravelCom '09 is the only eCommerce conference designed by the travel industry for the travel industry.
With a program that always features the most senior leaders in the eCommerce and distribution world, hundreds of travel companies send delegates to listen to cutting-edge innovators, gain the best practice advice and network with the finest in the industry.
On March 31, 2009, more than 750 travel industry professionals are expected to gather for TIA's TravelCom'09 in Atlanta, Georgia at the Omni Hotel in the CNN Center.
"TIA's TravelCom'09 has become a must attend event for everyon in the travel industry, not just our eCommerce and distribution colleagues," said Roger Dow, President and Chief Executive of the Travel Industry Association. |
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KITCHEN & BATH INDUSTRY SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1-3, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Kitchen / Bath Industry Show & Conference |
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SPRING FANCY FOOD SHOW 2009 |
| Apr 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Fancy Food & Confection Show |
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HSMAI Affordable Meetings Mid - America |
| Apr 1-2, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Choose a great stage, and keep your business in the spotlight
HSMAI's Affordable Meetingsxc2xae Mid-America returns to the Navy Pier in Chicago for the 9th straight year. In 2008 956 meeting planners attended this 2-day business and networking event.
Top 3 Reasons Why Planners Attend
1. An easy to shop floor plan sectionalized by state, hotel chain, meeting services, unique meeting sites and international destinations.
2. Invaluable educational seminars are unparalleled to other industry events.
3. Attendance is FREE. |
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ALL THINGS ORGANIC 2009 |
| Apr 4-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Business-to-Business Event Focusing exclusively on Organic Products |
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U.S. Food Export Showcase Exhibition |
| Apr 5-7, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The U.S. Food Export Showcase appeals to international food buyers interested in unique local products and regional specialties from across the U.S. Import brokers and foreign agents also benefit from the wide array of exhibits on display. The Foreign Agricultural Service ranks the Best Prospects for U.S. Exports based on current value of imports, projected rate of import growth, and absolute market share. These top prospects include Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Spain, Taiwan, Turkey, and the United Kingdom. |
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Fire 2009, Flammability and Combustibility in Building Materials |
| Apr 6-7, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| State of the Industry
Issues affecting the building materials industry with regard to wildfires, flame spread and fire resistance in terms of changing code requirements on fire prevention
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Raw Materials/Additives
Advances in fire-retardant additives and fire resistant products and materials
Implications on polymer additives, specialty chemicals and other functional materials
Fire Prevention Solutions xe2x80x93 Systems/Products
Industry dynamics in passive and active systems
Changing design requirements in residential and commercial construction
Tour of Underwriters Laboratories
Visit headquarters and testing laboratories of UL in suburban Chicago |
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BILLING & OSS WORLD 2009 |
| Apr 14-16, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo
Celebrating its 16th year in 2008, the Billing & OSS World Conference & Expo is the premier conference and exposition focusing on the business and operations support systems requirements for next-generation communications networks. The 2009 Billing & OSS World conference expects almost 1,100 industry professionals when it moves to Las Vegas April 14-16, 2009. The show attracts top ranking executives from service providers, including cellular/wireless carriers, telecom common carriers and ILECs. Billing & OSS World attendees primarily consist of Executive Managers, OSS/Billing Managers, IT Managers and Senior Management. The 2008 conference saw a 50 percent growth of service provider attendees over the previous year. |
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AUA 2009 Annual Meeting |
| Apr 25-30, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Accreditation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. (AUAER) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AUAER takes responsibility for the content, quality, and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
Credit Designation
The American Urological Association Education and Research, Inc. designates this educational activity for a maximum of 50.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsxe2x84xa2. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AUAER Disclosure Policy
As a provider accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the AUAER must insure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in all its activities.
All faculty participating in an educational activity provided by the AUAER are required to disclose to the audience any relevant financial relationships with any commercial interest to the provider. The intent of this disclosure is not to prevent faculty with relevant financial relationships from serving as faculty, but rather to provide members of the audience with information on which they can make their own judgments. The AUAER must resolve any conflicts of interest prior to the commencement of the educational activity. It remains for the audience to determine if the facultyxe2x80x99s relationships may influence the educational content with regard to exposition or conclusion. When unlabeled or unapproved uses are discussed, these are also indicated. |
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NASFT Spring |
| May 1-5, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Alcoholic beverages, appetizers / hors d'oeuvres, biscuits, breads and baking mixes, cakes and pastries, candy, cheese, chocolates, coffee and tea, condiments and relishes, confections, cookies, cooking accessories, crackers, desserts and toppings, fruit juices and ciders, fruits and vegetables, gift packs, health food, honey and syrup, ice cream, jams and jellies, kosher products, meat, mustards, natural food, non-alcoholic beverages, nuts, oil, vinegar, packaging and supplies, pasta, rice, grain and cereal, publications, salsa and dips, sauces, seafood, seasonings, spices and herbs, snack foods, soups and stocks, water |
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ACOG 2009 |
| May 2-6, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # ACOG Legislative Priorities
At the beginning of each year ACOG's Government Relations Committee decides on ACOG's top legislative priorities. The Government Relations department updates this site with the latest information regarding these issues.
# Adolescent Health Care
Development of adequate and comprehensive services for adolescents, especially in regard to reproductive health services.
# ARCOG
The mission of ARCOG is to facilitate and promote professionalism, affirm dedication to the educational process for women's health, and to foster the development of standards for residency coordinators in conjunction with CREOG. |
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Emerging Managers Summit & Awards Luncheon |
| May 6-8, 2009 at
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| If you are looking to expand and diversify your Asset Allocation by investing in emerging managers as well as women and minority owned investment managers, this conference will provide the unique opportunity to access a diversified group of up-and-coming performance-oriented managers and manager of managers. The conference will explore the benefits and opportunities offered by investing in emerging managers as well as new strategies for implementing an emerging managers program. If you are an emerging manager, you will learn the procedures used by institutions to launch and maintain successful emerging manager programs. This event will showcase a variety of emerging mangers as well as minority-owned manager funds and other high potential smaller investment firms, and it will offer participants invaluable networking opportunities. |
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NRA 2009 |
| May 16-19, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Catering and Lodging Exhibition |
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ALL CANDY EXPO 2009 |
| May 19-21, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Hot trends, innovation and flavor fusions were at the forefront of the 2008 ALL CANDY EXPOxc2xae, held May 20-22 in Chicago, Ill. The EXPO, sponsored by the National Confectioners Association, featured nearly 450 confectionery and snack companies from around the world and attracted nearly 12,000 qualified industry professionals. Visitors from 69 countries registered to attend the EXPO held at Chicago's McCormick Place in order to get a sneak peek of over 2,000 new snack and confectionery items before they hit store shelves. |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SALES & MARKETING CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 4-5, 2009 at
Westin Lakeshore, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Sales & Marketing Conference |
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IFT FOOD EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 6-10, 2009 at
IFT (Institute of Food Technologists), Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Event for Food Science Professionals |
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WASTE EXPO 2009 |
| Jun 8-10, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Waste and Recycling Market International Exhibition |
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SUPERCOMM 2009 |
| Jun 8-11, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| SUPERCOMMxc2xae returns as the leading international event for broadband. Being held June 8 xe2x80x93 11 in Chicago, SUPERCOMM will define broadbandxe2x80x99s enabling, revenue-generating role in healthcare, education, entertainment and the environment. The eventxe2x80x99s keynotes, educational programming and exhibit floor will showcase the latest business- and revenue-driving applications, services and technologies. SUPERCOMM is co-owned by the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association. |
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10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society |
| Jun 14-18, 2009 at
Hilton Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| 10th International Symposium of the International Isotope Society
June 14-18, 2009
Hilton Chicago
Chicago, Illinois USA
Contacts:
John W. Kennington, Ph.D. at kennington_john_w@lilly.com
Brad. D. Maxwell, Ph.D. at brad.maxwell@bms.com
Gary A. Rotert at gary.a.rotert@abbott.com
Additional details to follow as they become available.
Important Dates for The 10th International Symposium on the Synthesis and Applications of Isotopes
and Isotopically Labelled Compounds -> |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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NPE 2009 |
| Jun 22-26, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN FINANCIAL SERVICES CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Jun 23-25, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Annual Six Sigma in Financial Services Conference |
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Perspectives in Urologic Oncology 2008 |
| Sep 5-6, 2009 at
Wyndham Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| CHAIRS
Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, Ohio
Mark S. Soloway, MD
University of Miami School of Medicine
Miami, Florida
INVITATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Perspectives in Urologic Oncology: A Case-Based Conference to Enhance Patient Management of Prostate, Renal and Bladder Cancer to be held September 5-6, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois. This conference will be a forum where urologists and medical/radiation oncologists can come together to learn and share their clinical experiences through both lecture presentations and interactive case discussions. Our panel of world-renowned experts will touch on the most significant aspects of prostate, renal, and bladder cancers. We will discuss the status of the latest treatment modalities as well as emerging approaches to therapy. The meeting will delve into the areas of controversy through vigorous discussion and debate using information from clinical trials as applicable. The speakers have all been selected because of their strong therapy area experience and ability to communicate effectively. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with the information needed to optimize patient care and to make you aware of pertinent current trends and evolutions. We hope you will join us in Chicago for what is sure to be an outstanding event with many lively discussions! Sincerely, Robert Dreicer, MD, FACP and Mark S. Soloway, MD |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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PRINT 09 |
| Sep 10-17, 2009 at
McCormick Place Complex, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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5th Annual Lean Six Sigma Improvement Week |
| Sep 21-24, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| * The Customer Conundrum: Discuss, dissect and disseminate best practice for truly getting to the bottom of your customers hot buttons
* Itxe2x80x99s A Question Of Cost: You need new, innovative and never-seen-before cost cutting opportunities that you never thought youxe2x80x99d see xe2x80x93 this is where youxe2x80x99ll find them
* Become the ultimate leader: As the targets of L6S get tougher, so do the leadership challenges xe2x80x93 enjoy dedicated leadership training with a Lean Six Sigma twist |
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WEFTEC 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Water Environment Technical Exhibition and Conference |
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INTERIORS EXPO MIDWEST 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
Navy Pier, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Interior Designers, Retailers and Manufacturers International Expo |
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ANNUAL SIX SIGMA IN SERVICE & TRANSACTIONAL ENVIRONMENTS CONFERENCE 2009 |
| Oct 1, 2009 at
WCBF - Six Sigma Solutions, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Six Sigma in Service & Transactional Environments Conference |
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ISSA/INTERCLEAN NORTH AMERICA 2009 |
| Oct 6-9, 2009 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Trade Fair for Industrial Cleaning, Maintenance and Building Services |
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95th American College of Surgeons Annual Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists. |
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ACS 95th Clinical Congress |
| Oct 11-15, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| New this year to our Clinical Congress are discipline-and thematic-based tracks. Tracks within the Clinical Congress program have been designed to focus specifically on the needs of various surgical specialties and learner groups, including general surgeons, general surgery-based surgical sub specialists, and non-general surgery-based sub specialists.
Within the tracks, 90 minute blocks have been created. These will organize the day by synchronizing session start and end times, breaks, and lunch. |
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ACS Clinical Congress: American College of Surgeons |
| Oct 19-23, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Donald L. Morton, MD, FACS, a surgical oncologist and a clinical scientist from Santa Monica, CA, is the recipient of the 2008 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Morton was honored with the award in recognition of his contribution of the technique of sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy to the field of surgery. His pioneering research efforts toward the development and clinical application of SLN biopsy have transformed the surgical management of many solid tumors, particularly melanoma and breast cancer. |
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International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) |
| Oct 28-30, 2009 at
TBA, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The International Conference on Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation (ICICRA 2009) aims to bring together researchers, scientists, engineers, and scholar students to exchange and share their experiences, new ideas, and research results about all aspects of Intelligent Control, Robotics, and Automation, and discuss the practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted.
PAPER SUBMISSION
All full paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. The full paper submissions will be chosen based on technical merit, interest, applicability, and how well they fit a coherent and balanced technical program. The accepted full papers will be published in the refereed conference proceedings. Prospective authors are kindly invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf) will be accepted only by electronic submissio |
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FABTECH Internationalxc2xae & AWS Welding Show 2009 |
| Nov 15-18, 2009 at
TBD, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show is the only annual North American event dedicated to showcasing a full spectrum of sheet metal forming & fabricating, tube and pipe and welding equipment and technology. The event brings buyers and sellers together to foster the exchange of products and services. |
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AHR EXPO 2010 |
| Jan 1, 2010 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Air-conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition |
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METALLURGY INDIA |
| Feb 1, 2010 at
Messe Dxc3xbcsseldorf North America, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| International Exhibition on Metallurgical Technology, Products & Services in India |
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49th Annual Meeting of the Psychonomic Society |
| Nov 13-16, 2008 at
Hilton Chicago Hotel, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The Annual Psychonomics Society Meeting will be held at Chicago Hilton Hotel, Chicago, Illinois from November 13 to November 16 2008. The Keynote Address will be given by Daniel Kahneman. |
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Top Management Meeting 2008 |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Westin River North, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| For reservations at the Westin River North, call (877) 866-9216 and mention the "ABM Top Management Meeting 2008" to ensure the special room rate. |
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Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL |
| Nov 17-19, 2008 at
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.
At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners. |
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FMLA Master Class: Advanced Workshop for Illinois Employers |
| Nov 20, 2008 at
Palmer House Hilton, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Confusing and often conflicting court decisions, like the new FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' families, have made the Family and Medical Leave Act one of the biggest compliance headaches for Illinois employers.
Now you can become the Family Medical Leave Act expert at your organization xe2x80x94 the one top management turns to for accurate and justifiable personnel policy-making advice xe2x80x94 when you invest just one information-packed day in learning the very latest compliance tactics.
You'll learn:
* How to comply with the newly signed FMLA leave expansion for servicemembers' family members and new regs from the DOL
* What recent FMLA court decisions have done to your compliance status
* The Family Medical Leave Act record-keeping error that continues to trip up even the savviest human resource managers
* How human resources can tame the intermittent leave and reduced schedule beasts
* What to do when FMLA, ADA, and Illinois workersxe2x80x99 comp laws overlap
* What to expect when an employeexe2x80x99s expecting
* How to judge a xe2x80x9cserious health conditionxe2x80x9d the way a real judge would |
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RSNA 2008. |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| # March 26: Prospectus mails
# April 7: Space assignment date point system initiated
# May 12: First-round space assignment begins
# June 4: Exhibitor Housing opens
# June 24: Exhibitor Planning Meeting (Rosemont, Ill.)
First-round space assignments released
# July 7: Service Kit available online
# November 7: Deadline for Exhibitor Individual Housing
Technical Exhibit space assignments close
# November 30 - December 5: 94th Scientific Assembly & Annual Meeting |
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94th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America |
| Nov 30-Dec 5, 2008 at
McCormick Place, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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One of a Kind Show-Chicago 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| The One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale is USA's finest craft show, offering you the best of christmas shopping. Now entering into it's 31st year, it has been an unforgettable shopping experience to thousands of people in search of the unique, the fantastic, and the handcrafted. |
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DREAM HOME 2008 |
| Dec 4-7, 2008 at
The Merchandise Mart - Chicago, Chicago
Illinois United States |
| Fashion is constantly evolving ... a never-ending forward motion that leaves its mark on all of us. Now, The Merchandise Mart Design Center and ELLE DECOR magazine debut FASHION AT HOME xe2x80x93 a design house featuring nine couture rooms created by renowned Chicago designers, using furnishings from the countryxe2x80x99s premier Design Center. Visit FASHION AT HOME to experience the latest interior innovations. |
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One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago |
| Dec 6-9, 2008 at
Chicago Merchandise Mart, Chicago
Illinois United States |
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SES returns to the Chicag |
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