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Conventions: Mar 06, 2008

Psi Chi Southeastern Regional Convention Program (2008)

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
The Westin Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina United States

Fur & Fashion Frankfurt

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
Exhibition Centre, Frankfurt, Hessen, Germany

Fur & Fashion Frankfurt will be held at the Frankfurt fair grounds. This welcome outcome of the negotiations with Messe Frankfurt for all participants attests to the good business relationship that the two partners have maintained for decades and emphasizes the importance that the City of Frankfurt and Messe Frankfurt attach to the fur industry.

Fur & Fashion Frankfurt offers you more input per square meter. More ideas for your collection and more inspiration for your business. Nowhere else but in Frankfurt will you find at a single place: the most in-demand trends of the season, an interesting supporting program all around your PoS offering, some 150 exhibitors from 25 countries, about a third of which hail from abroad, direct purchase options, a reliable organization and services tailored to meet your needs.

7th Work, Stress and Health Conference

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, Distr. Columbia United States

7th Work, Stress, and Health Conference, organized by the American Psychological Association, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and the Society for Occupational Health Psychology.

16th International Conference: Council for European Studies

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
The Drake Hotel, Chicago, Illinois United States

The Council’s International Conference brings together scholars and experts for debate, discussion, and interdisciplinary exchange. At the 2008 conference, the Council welcomes panels, roundtables, workshops, book discussions, and individual papers, on the study of Europe at its most broadly defined, and encourages proposals on the widest range of disciplines and interdisciplinary fields.

2008 MSTA Conference

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
Lansing Center, Lansing, Michigan United States

2008 Central District Convention in partnership with NAHPERD

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
Hilton Omaha Hotel, 1001 Cass St. Omaha, Nebraska United States 68102

Oncology Summit: From Discovery to Delivery

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
Arlington, Virginia United States

The goal of the Oncology Summit is to attain the highest point achievable in oncology education. The Oncology Summit will provide a forum for clinicians (medical, radiation and surgical oncologists, oncology nurses, fellows, and other allied health professionals) to discover, discuss and review new and emerging clinical research, state-of-the-art approaches, and treatment strategies in oncology today. Participants will also have the opportunity to review clinical practice guidelines, focusing on moving from discovery to delivery of solutions, with the ultimate goal of improving quality of care and patient access, experience and outcomes.

Method of Participation
Lectures, visual aids, case studies, discussion, and an audience response system will be utilized to engage attendees and enhance the learning process.

Audience
This activity is intended for medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists; thoracic surgeons; pulmonologists; nurses; advanced practitioners; physician assistants; and other allied health care professionals interested in the treatment of patients with common malignancies.

Trainees in Difficulty

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
Royal College of Physicians, London, England United Kingdom

The prevention, recognition and management of trainees in difficulty are major public issues. Serious behaviour or performance problems will affect clinical standards and may prove dangerous to patients. By focussing on real life situations this workshop provides participants with practical support on how to manage problematic trainees.
Learning outcomes

Recognise the early warning signs of a trainee getting into difficulty
Identify the factors to prevent disputes, misunderstandings and other problematic situations
Identify the roles and responsibilities of senior management and relevant supporting bodies
Implement strategies to help trainees address weaknesses and improve performance

2nd International Conference on Hypertension, Lipids, Diabetes & Stroke Prevention

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
Hilton Prague Hotel, Prague, Capital City, Czech Republic

This important conference will address crucial issues relating to Stroke Prevention and Stroke Risk Reduction, including: Hypertension, Dyslipidemia, HDL, Diabetic and Metabolic Syndromes as well as therapeutic interventions for reducing stroke.

2nd International Conference on Information Systems Technology and Management

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, Dubai Emirate United Arab Emirates

Information technologies have had a profound influence on how modern organizations operate. Information technologies support information systems, which in turn support the decision making in various organizations.

New technologies are constantly emerging, which are enabling new business models and new types of services. Information technologies are no longer a functional area within an organization, but are integral to the functioning of an organization.

Successful Gardening Show

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
International Center, Toronto, Ontario Canada

Tour the Amazing Model Home. Built By: Quality Homes Engineering

What better way for visitors to get started on their own model home then by taking a lesson from the experts. They were able to tour a beautifully decorated, finely crafted Model Home built by Quality Engineered Homes. Quality Homes has been creating model homes and cottages on lots everywhere in Ontario and they are known as Canada’s leading “Precision Built” Home Builder.

Celebrate the Passion for Gardening with Celebrity speakers

Celebrate Floral Fragrances by the Ontario Horticultural Association's Floral Design and Art Show

First International Symposium on Global Information Governance - 2008

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
My Hotels Galilei, Pisa, Toscana Italy

The second day of ISGIG 2008 will focus on security and privacy related questions associated with virtual worlds in general and Second Life, as prime example, in particular. The program of the day will consist of a series of individual presentations followed by a panel discussion.

The main topics to be discussed include:

* Virtual worlds: A force for change or just a cool toy?
* Commerce in virtual worlds: How do organizations in virtual worlds do business?
* Securing virtual worlds: Major threats and potential solutions?
* Governance and Security in Virtual Worlds: Responsibility and implementation?
* Second Life: Regulation and compliance issues across national boundaries?

International Home & Garden Show

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
International Center, Toronto, Ontario Canada

Tour the Amazing Model Home. Built By: Quality Homes Engineering

What better way for visitors to get started on their own model home then by taking a lesson from the experts. They were able to tour a beautifully decorated, finely crafted Model Home built by Quality Engineered Homes. Quality Homes has been creating model homes and cottages on lots everywhere in Ontario and they are known as Canada’s leading “Precision Built” Home Builder.

The SuperHouse Design Reno Theatre.

The 2007 International Home & Garden Show was proud to bring you a great Celebrity Line-up which included: Sarah Richardson of HGTV’s popular “design inc.”; Renovation Expert John Sillaots, CFRB’s Home Improvement Specialist Frank Cohn and many more.

Sarah Richardson: Kitchen Trends & Themes/Working with Pattern.

Visitors didn’t want to miss an opportunity to let Sarah update them on the latest trends, design, materials, colours and themes for the most important room in the home. They learned new and exciting ways to rejuvenate the home for spring with bold pattern and exciting colour.

Frank Cohn: Top Trends in Renovating/The Most Commonly Asked Renovation Questions.

Frank showed visitors what was happening in the world of renovation. Frank, host of CFRB’s Home Improvement Show, answered all renovation questions, dilemmas, and solved renovation problems as easy as 1-2-3.

John Sillaots: Get a Grip on The Reno Revolution

Where is the world of home improvement headed? John Sillaots showed us what tomorrow promises with his presentation

on the reno revolution.

Kim Stephenson: Dressing Your House For Sale.

Selling your home? Kim Stephenson knows how essential home styling can be in today’s competitive real estate market as she showed us that a few changes can add great value to your home.

The Décor Design Gallery

Visitors were able to stroll through the Décor Design Gallery, sponsored by Walls, Windows Furnishings Association, they were led on a journey of style and colour. If you are looking to update your home, this is one feature you definitely didn’t want to miss.

While there.......... visitors could enjoy FREE Interior Décor Advice at the “Ask A Designer” Consultation Booth !

Members of the Walls, Windows Furnishings Association were on hand to answer any decorating dilemmas. Homeowners brought samples, pictures, questions and plans with them and enjoyed a FREE 15 minute consultation with a qualified professional interior decorator.

The 7th International Conference on Occupational Stress & Health

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
Omni Shoreham Washington, Distr. Columbia United States

The American Psychological Association, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and the Society for Occupational Health Psychology, will convene the seventh international conference on occupational stress and health entitled "Work, Stress, and Health 2008: "Health and Safe Work Through Research, Practice, and Partnerships" Washington, DC, on March 6-8, 2008, at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. Continuing Education Workshops will be held on March 5, 2008. Please plan to join us as to add your perspective to a rapidly growing area of workplace health research and practice.

The Work, Stress, and Health conference series is designed to address the constantly changing nature of work, and the implications of these changes for the health, safety, and well-being of workers. This year the conference will focus on the translation of research to practice. Numerous topics of interest to industry, employees, and researchers are covered in the series.

2008 International Counseling Psychology Conference

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
Chicago Hilton Towers Hotel, Chicago, Illinois United States

The conference agenda will include four days of keynote presentations, symposia, roundtable forums, continuing education, professional training organized to promote interchange, dialogue and, collaboration among counseling psychology practitioners and academicians, mid-career professionals, early career professionals and students from around the world. Topics of great importance to counseling psychologists include but are not limited to the intersection of science and practice, multiculturalism and diversity, a developmental, strength based, and prevention approach to psychological problems, career and vocational psychology, attention to global and international psychology, supervision and training, health psychology, and counseling processes and outcomes.

The conference will offer a platform for dialogue, professional development and networking for academics, practitioners and researchers. There will be opportunities for mentoring of students and early career psychologists by leaders in the field. National and global issues facing the field of counseling psychology will be addressed - through training, work groups, discussion and legislative advocacy.

Computer Using Educators, Inc (CUE) 2008 Conference

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
Palm Springs Convention Center, Palm Springs, California United States

The CUE Conference is the largest and oldest education technology show in California, and among the largest in the United States. For more than 25 years, it has been the best value. This year promises to be a special year as CUE celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Mosharaka International Conference on Communications, Propagation and Electronics (MIC-CPE 2008)

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 8, 2008,
Amman, Jordan

Welcome to the Mosharaka International Conference on Communications, Propagation and Electronics (MIC-CPE 2008). This event is intended to represent a major forum for researchers, engineers and students from all over the world to meet in Amman to present their latest research results and to exchange new ideas and practical experience in data and computer communications, optical fiber communications, microwaves, antennas and propagation, and electronic circuits, devices and systems.

Strategic Internal Communications and Employee Engagement

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
Hotel Ray Juan Carlos, Barcelona, Catalonia Spain

Internal Communications are proving to be more important than ever, playing a vital role in the life of every company.

In these times of rapid growth and countless number of M&A`s Communication professionals are looking for better and easier ways to turn communication tools and channels into action, in order to keep up with the fast processes. Trying to transform the old communication strategies or adapt new ones to achieve a higher level of engagement is becoming crucial for each company.

Building on the success of our previous events on “Internal Communications” in Finance and Telecoms, this year we will expand the industry focus, so we can see how some of the best communication experts from different industries have achieved real and measurable results. You will have a unique opportunity to see how your communication strategy compares to others and find out for yourself if you are up-to-speed with the latest ideas and techniques for engaging your staff.

6th Annual National Security Australia 2008

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales Australia

With a more ambitious program than ever before, NS 2008 will continue to deliver the leading platform for national, regional, international and industry thought leaders to discuss and advance cooperation, collaboration and capabilities.

Successful Customer Loyalty and Retention Strategies Forum

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
Radisson SAS Hotel Amsterdam Airport, Amsterdam, Noord Holland Netherlands

Attend this stategic successful customer loyalty and retention forum to learn from leading global corporations speaking on:

- Transforming loyalty, retention and customer strategies into business actuality

- Discussing the current and future possibilities of innovative loyalty schemes and initiatives

- Effectively handling customer complaints to increase loyalty and positive relationships

- Creating positive customer experiences whilst engaging with your customers

- Maximising loyalty and retention through customer feedback

The Solvency II Conference

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
Swissôtel Zurich Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

The European Commission’s ground-breaking overhaul of insurance law and regulation deepens market integration and increases the international competitiveness of European insurers. The new Solvency II framework takes a more principled-based approach to regulation and will provide new opportunities for insurers, reinsurers, banks and a host of other players in the market.

The new regime is a dramatic shift in the approach to regulation for the European insurance industry. Solvency II, a new Insurance Day Event, will enable you to:

* Find out how the group-supervision rules will work
* Work out the best approach to self-solvency assessment methods
* Understand the most efficient market-risk and credit-risk rules for your business
* Discover whether your business can profit from the diversification benefit.

Reserve your place now to:

* Understand how the proposed rules would work in practice
* Discover how your firm will be affected and what to do about it
* Help protect your firm against onerous or inconsistent regulation by making sure it is part of the debate.

SPEAKER LINE-UP INCLUDES:

Airline, Airport, Infrastructure and Competition Law

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
The Stanhope Hotel Brussels, Brussels, Belgium

European regulation, and the competition rules in particular, are having a marked impact upon the shape of the airline industry. In the highly competitive market place, as airports are privatised, the shift from a public service mission to the generation of profits has created tension with the airlines operating from those airports.

The March 2008 deadline for implementation of the ground-breaking Open Skies Agreement between the EU and the US, which it is hoped will herald a raft of new direct services between European and American destinations, looms closer.

What better time to take stock of the industry with a panel of speakers from the European Commission, the US Government, from the airline industry and from legal and economic professionals working in the sector.

Facing the Challenge of Delivering RNAi-Based Therapeutics

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
Webinar-Online United States

QUESTIONS THAT WILL BE ADDRESSED

* How far has RNAi come?
o Progress that companies have made with RNAi technology and therapeutics.
o Opportunities available with RNAi
* How can these be delivered to target cells?
o Various Administration routes available
* How can efficacy be proven?

51st Annual Colorado RV, Sports, Boat & Travel Show

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
National Western Complex, Denver, Colorado United States

Come get vacation ideas, affordable travel packages and great deals on your favorite outdoor fun. Meet hunting & fishing pros and try the kids' trout fishing pond and the electronic target shooting gallery from the Division of Wildlife. Watch fish strike the lure at the Travelin' Fish Tank plus lots more!

Water fun seekers will find great deals on new fishing and ski boats. Campers and RV travelers who prefer the freedom of RV travel will find the latest models and special value pricing on motorhomes, camping trailers, 5th-wheels and tent trailers.

The Colorado RV, Sports, Boat & Travel Show is the largest outdoor recreation show in the region and includes Colorado's largest display of RVs, boats, outdoor products, vacation spots, travel tips and expert presentations on fishing, hunting, boating, four-wheeling, camping, hiking and dozens of other outdoor activities.

Automechanika Thailand 2008

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
Muang Thong Thani, IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Centre, Bangkok Thailand

Thailand International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts, Equipment and Service Suppliers

Austrian Boat Show Boot Tullin 2008

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
Tullin, Austria

From 6 to 9 March 2008 it will be full speed ahead in Tulln again, as that is when the Austrian Boatshow – Boot Tulln 2008 will lift anchor. This trade show is on the must-do list of all boat lovers throughout Austria and Central and Eastern Europe. As a result, the Austrian Boatshow in Tulln is the most important trade fair in its field.

Sacramento Boat Show

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
CAL-EXPO Pavilion, Sacramento, California United States

he Sacramento Boat Show, the largest ‘all’ boat show in the Central Valley.

Featuring over 400 boats from 8 feet to 45 feet and houseboats to 70 feet, this event is the place to find wakeboard and ski accessories as well as the largest selection of tournament style and family ski boats in the Sacramento Valley.

Thousands of square feet of fishing boats including bass, sport, Rogue River and saltwater styles are on display.

Salt Lake Tribune Spring Home & Garden Festival

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
South Towne Exposition Center, Salt Lake City, Utah United States

The Salt Lake Tribune Spring Home and Garden Festival offers new ideas, expert advice and a large selection of home-related products for renovating, decorating, entertaining and gardening. Ignite your sense of ‘refresh – renew – revive’!

3rd International Gift Exhibition: REGALO

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
Sofia, Bulgaria

This UNIQUE for Bulgaria exhibition offers you an opportunity to establish useful business contacts with partners from Bulgaria and the Balkans, to find distributors, to show your latest products, to strengthen the position of your company on the Balkan market and to cast a glance towards the European market.

ECNP Workshop on Neuropsychopharmacology for

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 9, 2008,
Nice, Provence Cote dAzur France

Already for the fifth year in a row, ECNP organises in Nice the successful Workshop on Neuropsychopharmacology, in order to promote and encourage the scientific development of European (pre)doctorates and residents. ECNP will subsidise the travel and accommodation costs of the approximately 90-100 young scientists selected to participate in this workshop!

On behalf of the Executive Committee of ECNP and the ECNP Workshop Committee it is our pleasure to announce the topics of the programme. The three recurring main topics are:

*Molecular neuropsychopharmacology
*Behavioural pharmacology
* Clinical neuropsychopharmacology

This year's variable topic is:

* Dementia: towards new drug targets

The RCN 12th European Mental Health Nursing conference and exhibition

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
Chester, England, United Kingdom

The 12th European Mental Health conference is being held
in the historic town of Chester.
This year’s programme reflects not only the diverse nature
of contemporary services in mental health but also the
current and future responses to the challenges you face.
Moving forward from an institutional model, mental health
nursing in Europe faces many concerns regarding workforce
and service delivery models and also the ever present
challenge of stigma.
This conference will leave you refreshed with ideas and
resources to take back to your workplace.

Mental Capacity Act in End of Life Care

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
London, England, United Kingdom

The fourth Mental Capacity Act conference begins with an opening address from Simon Chapman Ethics Advisor The National Council for Palliative Care who provides an overview of how the Mental Capacity Act will impact in End of Life Care.

The conference explores these issues and you will have an opportunity to question the conference panel about your own issues and concerns in implementing the Act in End of Life Care.

Consequences for Children Affected by Maternal Drug & Alcohol Usage

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
The Derby Conference Center, London, England, United Kingdom

From attending this conference, delegates will be aware of, and understand, the permanent problems for these children and the risks for their future, together with the potential of the legal system to balance these risks, and, ways forward. Delegates should be inspired to disseminate these messages and highlight the risks and permanent problems for these unborn children, of maternal drug and alcohol usage.

Effective Ward Manager

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
20 Cavendish Square, London, England, United Kingdom

The fifth national Effective Ward Manager conference provides an important update on topical developments for ward managers, including The Productive Ward - a key programme designed to improve working systems on the ward enabling time to be released for direct patient care, medication safety, infection control and handling performance concerns.

The conference also provides inspirational guidance on building self-confidence in this important leadership role, influencing and supporting others, making time for education and training on the wards, and improving the patient experience.

2nd Annual Stress Testing 2008

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
Hilton Crystal City, Washington Reagan National Airport, Washington, Distr. Columbia United States

In light of the recent actual stress testing events in the financial markets and the pressure for stress testing requirements set by Basel II, financial institutions must address the need for a complex risk management framework now. This timely conference will critically assess the current regulatory requirements, implications of developing and executing stress scenarios for different risk portfolios, aggregating risk models, trends and challenges for stress testing.

Through practical case studies and interactive panel discussions, this marcus evans conference aims to provide straightforward platforms to benchmark different industry practices and examine the significance of stress testing.

Market Research & Consumer Insights

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
Conrad Miami, Miami, Florida United States

In today's competitive market, more and more businesses are beginning to realize that the ultimate way to get, and stay, ahead of the group, is through research. Understanding the consumer, and their wants, expectations, and needs allows for businesses to build upon existing strengths. Additionally, it enables them to focus their internal efforts at a targeted audience in order to optimize their marketing results.

This cross-industry conference connects some of the top Fortune 500 companies with expert individuals through guided research, successful case studies and emerging trends, while creating a platform for networking with other executive peers. Upon completion of this conference, you will have heard nearly twenty presentations from actual practitioners. You will walk away with a deeper and more personal understanding of your customer, a more determined drive for ensuring quality data, the insight into alternative, and stronger, research methods, an edge on competitors with up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and their affects on your consumers and the knowledge turning research into revenue.

Competitive Pricing Strategies 2008

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
Hyatt Regency, Johannesburg, Gauteng South Africa

The importance of strategic pricing decisions reflects on the profit and growth of the company. It is an area that cannot be ignored and must be confronted, thus making this conference essential for gaining the necessary knowledge to establish a clear and profitable pricing policy. Today, companies are realising the advantages that strategic pricing can bring to the table, including increased profitability, higher value capture, ROI, focused on branding and marketing strategies plus reinforce consumer loyalty.

Competitive Pricing Strategies will provide an in depth understanding on profitable pricing strategies and tactics. Learn how pricing affects your bottom line and how to price your product/service to maximise company profitability.

9th Annual Capital Management in the Re/Insurance Industry

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
Grange City Hotel London, England, United Kingdom

The market fluctuations following the recent pattern of major catastrophes globally have shaken the traditionally highly rated and “safe” insurance companies. Faced with insolvency issues continuing throughout the industry this timely conference will combat the need for and development of robust capital management and risk management strategies.

This annual marcus evans conference will clarify the many regulatory questions and challenges currently arising form Solvency II. Targeted case studies will offer clarification of these techniques that may offer protection from future destabilising effects and maintain competitive advantage in

turbulent markets. Alongside this, rating agencies will shed light on the important factors needed to maintain a high rating.

Corporate Communications and Reputation Management for Retail Financial Services, 2008

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
London, England, United Kingdom

Explore the latest issues, trends and strategies in reputation management and communications

Create a powerful reputation to generate confidence

from your stakeholders, future clients and employees

Distinguish yourself through the media

Learn how to drive your organisation’s reputation to maximum levels of positivity

Discover the importance of having and managing a crisis communication plan

Improve your reputation over the internet

Track and measure your reputation via effective monitoring of your blogs and chat rooms

Achieve effective coordination between external and internal corporate communication

Understand the strategic development and maintenance of corporate reputation

Assess and measure the value of your corporate reputation

Take advantage of the high level networking opportunities with the leading exponents of Corporate Communications strategies in financial services

7th Annual Bancassurance Excellence Asia

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
Pan Pacific Hotel, Bangkok Thailand

This conference will focus on 3 key aspects: business model suitability, product development and distribution strategies as well as competitive sales strategies. It will address the needs for better product fit and cross-selling benefits, alternative distribution and service platforms, effective sales culture and synergy in partnership. Case studies and expert presentations that will lead you to better strategic decision making between partnerships and product development processes in maximizing premium. A half-day workshop will be conducted to maximize your selling power and marketing strategies in leveraging your return from sales.

Attend this conference and discover how you can ensure a highly motivated and effective sales team through strategic sales management and compensation benefits. Also, enhance your revenue through cross-selling strategies that satisfying the demands of your customers in providing more variety of innovative products that fit your financial portfolio and your customer segments.

Real Estate 2008

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
The Westin Bonaventure Hotel, Los Angeles, California United States

Welcome to Real Estate 2008 – the leading networking event for the commercial real estate industry!

There are major questions about the outlook for the commercial real estate market in 2008 and Real Estate 2008 will aim to address them all – Are we heading into a recession? How deeply will the subprime market fallout affect the multifamily industry? How high can rents go for Class – A office space? How can tenants be lured to your property? All these and many many more will be covered during this full day event.

Produced by Real Estate Media, publishers of Real Estate Forum, GlobeSt.com and Real Estate Southern California, REAL ESTATE 2008 will feature an expanded agenda that will include concurrent sessions dedicated to the outlook across each of the four major property types. The 1,000-plus attendees expected for the event will be able to attend up to 12 panel sessions, including economic, investment, development and finance outlooks, and will enjoy the high-level networking opportunities over the course of the day.

Advanced Executive Secretaries & Pas Conference

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 7, 2008,
Pudong Shangri-La, Pudong, Shanghai (munic.) China

The 1ST EVER Advanced Executive Secretaries & PAs Conference in China kicks off in Shanghai with an information-packed program tailored exclusively for Executive Secretaries & PAs across all industries.

Meet and hear from an influential panel of award-winning trainers and motivators, and seasoned Senior Executive Secretaries & PAs from Fortune 500 Companies. Draw on their business and personal experiences to build a step-by-step guide to a successful and fulfilling career:

* Learn from professionals with over 100 years’ combined working experience
* Share in 15 practical PA case studies
* Participate in 4 interactive panels discussions
* Join 4 training/motivational sessions
* Develop your contacts at 2 networking sessions
* Gain invaluable insights from your peers

LCDs-Liquid Crystal Diversity-Not just Displays

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
The Holiday Inn Northampton United Kingdom

Liquid crystal devices are all too familiar as seven segment, laptop and now TV displays. Liquid crystals are now much more versatile. The presentation introduces the different types and phases of Liquid Crystals and some of the different optical effects available. Displays will be referred to and other applications illustrated.

Lifeskills - Presentation Skills

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
University of Surrey Guildford, Surrey United Kingdom

An introduction to effective presentations and an overview of the key steps needed to succeed in what is considered one of the most feared activities - speaking in public.

By the end of the session the delegate will be able to:

Understand their fears and how to overcome them. Know the benefits of prior preparation. Develop a structure for planning a presentation. Demonstrate the use of visual aids.

A Thin Hard Rain from Outer Space - The Story of Cosmic Rays

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
Elwes Building (University of Gloucestershire) Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Cosmic radiation is still, in some ways, as mysterious as when it was discovered nearly a century ago. Some individual particles have enough energy to boil a kettle and take about a month to cross the Universe. The radiation dose they give is a major hazard to space travellers and a minor risk to both crew and electronics in high-flying aircraft. Notwithstanding the above, it is probable that it is essential to the development of life, being one of the causes of spontaneous mutations in living cells. This talk, supported by documentation, will cover the history of our knowledge of this fascinating topic, and bring it up-to-date with the latest space and ground observations.

This is a joint event with IoP.

Lifeskills - Building A Portfolio of Evidence

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
Trevithick Building (Cardiff University) Cardiff United Kingdom

At the end of this workshop you will: -

* Be able to define and decide what is appropriate evidence.
* Understand issues surrounding storing of Evidence
* Know how to build and maintain a portfolio of evidence
* Appreciate 'Self-Life' and the importance of house keeping

Future Aircraft Carrier (CVF)

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
INTECH Science and Technology Centre WInchester, United Kingdom

This presentation introduces the UK's two new Aircraft Carriers being purchased for the Royal Navy - HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince Of Wales - due to enter service in 2014 and 2016 respectively. The carriers will be the largest and most powerful surface warships ever constructed for the Royal Navy and represent a step change in capability, enabling the delivery of increased strategic effect and influence around the world. They will be key components of the improved expeditionary capabilities needed to confront the diverse range of threats in today's security environment.

The ships will be delivered by the Aircraft Carrier Alliance (ACA) - an innovative alliance comprising industry participants and the Ministry of Defence (MOD) - in which the MOD acts as both client and participant. For the Manufacture Phase the industrial participants will be: the BAES/VT planned Joint Venture, Thales, Babcock and BAES (Surface Ships & Insyte).

The talk will be given by two experts who have been closely associated with the design of these ships and it will focus on the operational aspects that CVF will deliver and support.

Present Around the World

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
Babbage Building (University of Plymouth) Plymouth, United Kingdom

This represents your opportunity to win some hard cash courtesy of the IET. Just talk for 10 minutes on an Engineering or Technology subject of your choice and be prepared to answer questions for a further five minutes! You can cover a subject studied for your degree or a project you're involved in at work.

The judging is split 25% technical content, 75% presentation skills, enabling young professionals at varying levels of their studies or career to participate.

Fibre to the Kerb: The Next Steps to Increase Broadband Speeds

Mar 6, 2008 - Mar 6, 2008,
Dublin City University Dublin Ireland

Core physical components of the technology, communications protocols, technical limitations versus achievable bandwidth and the challenges of rolling out FTTC will be addressed. The presentation will be of interest to telecommunications professionals, students and the wider telecommunications services industry.

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