Midyear Divisions Meeting

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1 2016 NSC Midyear Divisions Meeting PRELIMINARY PROGRAM March 21-22, 2016 JW Marriott Austin Austin, TX

2 About the Divisions Dear Division Member Let me be the first to welcome you to the first-ever combined Division Midyear Meeting! We are thrilled you decided to join us at the JW Marriott in Austin, Texas. We are excited to host this event in a city with a proud history of change, activism, and business. For many years, the long-standing purpose of Divisions was to allow safety-focused information sharing and networking with others in your industry. It is our hope that this first Annual Midyear Meeting will enable you to further enhance your safety skills, share ideas and goals for the future, meet and network with those within your industry and those with whom you share an interest. The Midyear Meeting will showcase the activities of nine Divisions and the agenda will include a wide array of meetings, technical sessions, tours, and fun social events. We look forward to hearing from Lt. General Russel L. Honoré, our keynote speaker, as he discusses leadership and team building in new ways. I also invite you to take part in our First Annual Women s Caucus Luncheon honoring women who have made historical strides in the safety industry. You have the power to positively impact the lives of many. Join us as we teach, learn, and share in cooperative progress as we all work together towards a common mission: to save lives and prevent injuries. As a National Safety Council member, you are invited to participate in a variety of industry/interest specific groups called Divisions. The purpose of divisions is to allow safety-focused information sharing and networking with others in your industry. Benefits of divisions include: networking with others in your field, attending industry-specific events and participating in safety-based discussions that impact your community. THE DIVISIONS INCLUDE: Alcohol Drugs and Impairment Business and Industry Colleges and University Community Safety Construction Government and Public Sector Labor Transportation Utilities Young Professionals Please visit our website at nsc.org/divisions for additional information regarding NSC Divisions. Sincerely, Deborah A.P. Hersman President & CEO National Safety Council 2 nsc.org/divmeet 3

3 Meeting at a Glance Time TBD NSC Divisions 1st Annual Golf Outing Omni Barton Creek Resort and Spa Golf Course Austin, TX 12:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Vendor Set-up 8:00 a.m. 8:45 a.m. Continental Breakfast 9:00 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Opening Session and Keynote Address 11:00 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Vendors 12:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Networking Luncheon 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Division and Committee Business Meetings Aviation Safety Committee Business and Industry Division Colleges and Universities Division Construction Division Community Safety Division Government and Public Sector Division Survivor Advocates Division Transportation Division Utilities Division 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Technical Tours 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Networking Reception (Vendor sponsored) SUNDAY MARCH 20 MONDAY MARCH 21 TUESDAY MARCH 22 8:00 a.m. 8:45 a.m. Continental Breakfast 9:00a.m. 11:30 a.m. Division and Committee Business Meetings Aviation Safety Committee Business and Industry Division Construction Division Community Safety Division Government and Public Sector Division Survivor Advocates Division Transportation Division Utilities Division Young Professionals Division 11:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Vendor Presentations 12:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Women in Leadership Luncheon and Awards Ceremony 2:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Division and Committee Business Meetings continue 3:45 p.m. 5:15 p.m. Division and Committee Business Meetings continue 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Closing Remarks 7:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. Networking Dinner Sunday, March 20 NSC Divisions 1st Annual Golf Outing Located in the heart of Texas Hill Country the Crenshaw Cliffside Golf Course is one of top courses in Texas. The beauty of the tranquil landscape provides natural challenges across four distinct courses at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa. Over the years, the resort has developed the reputation as one of the best golfing destinations and is rated among the 50 Best Courses in Texas. All attendees are invited to arrive early to network and have fun on this breathtaking natural Austin golf course. Monday, March 21 Opening Session KEYNOTE SPEAKER Lt. General Russel L. Honoré LT. General Russel L. Honoré, US Army (Ret), was widely hailed as the Category 5 General who led Task Force Katrina in the aftermath of the devastating hurricanes that struck the Gulf Coast in the summer of General Honoré is currently a Senior Scientist with The Gallup Organization, on emergency preparedness evaluations and is a CNN Emergency Preparedness Contributor. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, General Honoré is also leading a task force to address a myriad of environmental concerns in Louisiana. Drawing from 37 years of military experience, General Honoré brings his bold, no-nonsense leadership approach to businesses and organizations to help them better identify and prepare for the challenges of the future. With an emphasis on the importance of innovation, risk assessment and social entrepreneurship, he provides valuable insight and strategies for the public and private sector to solve a broad array of issues - from jobs and energy to healthcare and technology. He also reveals leadership tactics that optimize efficiency and effectiveness of operations for all sectors and outlines the importance of developing the next generation of problem-solvers. Meeting Highlights 4 nsc.org/divmeet 5

4 Meeting Highlights Registration Rates and Hotel Information Vendor Showcase Meet face to face with vendors showcasing the latest safety solutions and products. Networking Reception Monday evening s networking reception is the first organized social event for participants and vendors. Plan to attend. It is a great opportunity to mingle, meet with other safety professionals, vendors and preview the products and services displayed by the vendors. Monday, March 21 Tuesday, March 22 Division Meetings The following divisions will conduct spring meetings and you are invited to attend: Business and Industry Colleges and Universities Community Safety Construction Government and Public Sector Tuesday, March 22 Women in Leadership Luncheon and Awards Ceremony Please join us as NSC and the Women s Caucus honor the accomplishments of women in the safety industry. The Women in Leadership Luncheon and Awards Ceremony will celebrate outstanding women in the profession who have achieved excellence within their area of specialty and have actively paved the way to success for other women in safety. Networking Dinner Survivor Advocates Transportation Utilities Young Professionals Join us for dinner and an authentic Texas barbeque that you won t soon forget! Enjoy cocktails and hors d oeurvres while networking with your colleagues after the close of the Midyear Meeting. To purchase tickets for this event, please refer to the Spring Meeting registration page. Book your registration at nsc.org/divmeet Your registration fee includes: Access to all Divisions meetings Continental breakfast on Monday and Tuesday Registration Rates Networking Luncheon Networking Reception Vendor Presentations ADMISSION TYPE Early-bird Rate Regular Rate (by 12/1/15) (after 12/1/15) General Admission $175 $250 Exhibitor $400 $500 Student $75 $100 Additional Fees ADMISSION TYPE Early-bird Rate Regular Rate (by 12/1/15) (after 12/1/15) Golf Outing $130 $130 Women in Leadership Luncheon $35 $50 Networking Dinner (Tuesday) $60 $80 Hotel Information JW Marriott Austin 110 East 2nd Street Austin, TX 78701, US This new luxury hotel in downtown Austin offers countless amenities and superior location near the best entertainment options Austin has to offer. A block of sleeping rooms has been reserved for this meeting. Special rates are available until Friday, February 19, Rates JW Standard Sleeping Room $ To reserve a sleeping room go to or call (888) nsc.org/divmeet 7

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