2011 Institute & Expo Registrations Are Far Ahead Of Last Year's Pace

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The 2011 Institute & Expo takes place April 9-12 in Charlotte, N.C.  As of December 1, registrations are way above last year's pace.  In fact, we already have close to 70 percent of the year-end number from 2009 with a full month to go!  Wonder why people are so excited to attend the I&E? Here's a look at some conference highlights.

The brightest minds and rising stars of the fleet industry are among those in attendance and the I&E provides the perfect opportunity for you to network with them through more than 70 hours of networking time. But networking is only part of the story.

In addition to networking, the I&E features more than 50 interactive educational sessions, 2 Keynote Speakers, and 9 hours of expo floor time.  The conference includes educational courses from all aspects of fleet management (corporate, public safety, basic, advanced, university, utility, public service) and allows you to choose the programs that will benefit you the most.

A brand new Advanced Corporate track was added this year to meet the needs of advanced, experienced, corporate fleet managers by delivering timely, detailed information on today's most current topics. Sessions include: "The Mobilization of Fleet Management"; "How Do You Get Remote Drivers to Change Behaviors?"; "The Consultants Are Here, What Do I Do Now?"; "It's Coming... IFRS Convergence! Do You Know How It Will Impact Your Fleet?"; "Congratulations, You're The Global Fleet Manager! Now What?"; "Managing Through Mergers, Acquisitions and Divestitures"; and "Impacts to Used Vehicle Values."

If you are new to fleet or interested in taking NAFA's Fleet Management Seminar, the Basic/FMS track is the perfect starting point for you. Courses provide an introduction to NAFA Education as well as a look at six fleet management disciplines including Financial Management and Professional Development.

The I&E is also the best way for certification students to prepare for their exams. The CAFM Boot Camp, containing courses in each fleet management discipline, has been a hit ever since it was introduced three years ago.
 
Charlotte also features specialty workshops that provide the opportunity to discuss issues affecting other fleet managers with similar fleets, and lets you expand or share your knowledge with peers. Workshops focus on Corporate, Canadian, Pharmaceutical, Public Safety Group, Public Service and University, and Utility.

The entire educational program is the only kind to be developed by expert fleet managers in every fleet segment, with the sessions tackling the most pertinent, timely subjects.

For more information visit http://www.nafainstitute.org.