2016 APDT Annual Educational Conference and Trade Show Conference Orientation
Goals 1. Guidance 2. Schedule Decoding 3. Networking
Topics Conference gear your name badge! Conference publications Conference app How to choose sessions Special events CEUs HELP!!!
Conference Name Badge Gets you into all activities Must be worn during all conference sessions
Publications Conference Book includes: Schedule at a Glance Session descriptions Speaker information Event listings Exhibitor directory Speaker presentation materials can be downloaded from the APDT website
Conference App Instructions on how to download the app on your smartphone or tablet are in the Conference Book App features all event and exhibitor information local information on restaurants and more
How to Choose a Session Cloning Phone a friend Use the Conference Book and downloadable handouts to decide Purchase a CD-Rom or the online library subscription
APDT Body of Knowledge Consider the six subject areas of the APDT Body of Knowledge: Animal Learning Human Learning Canine Behavior Health and Nutrition Business Laws and Regulations Learn something new Revise something old
Comfort Corner Comfort Corner Visit our certified Therapy Dogs from Pet Partners They will be in the hallway.
Puppy Pals Need some guidance Want a new/old friend Drop your information at BC Central
Food at the Conference Morning Coffee at 7 a.m. Concessions available -$4 - $11 Cash Only Wednesday and Saturday- Entrance to the exhibit hall Thursday and Friday- in the exhibit hall Seating for lunch - Amazon N Roundtable Discussions - Amazon N
Special Events Wednesday Awards Ceremony with Dr. Ian Dunbar APDT Shorts Ziwi Peak Welcome Reception and Grand Opening of the Trade Show in the Exhibit Hall- Meet with vendors Cash Bars and Hors D Oeuvres Demo-Sara Carson & The Super Collies APDT Foundation Silent Auction tables
Special Events Wednesday Border Collie Orientation 7:15 p.m. in Tropical
Special Events Thursday APDT Shorts Comfort Corner with Therapy Dogs Roundtable Discussion Trade Show in Exhibit Hall Author Book Signing Demos Kistia Wickens with FitPaws, Jamie Popper-Blue-9, Ann Allums with World CynoSport Rally/US Dog Agility Association APDT Foundation Posters APDT Grand Reception and Foundation Live Auction
Special Events Thursday APDT Foundation Posters APDT Grand Reception with Foundation Live Auction Bid on Ian, Sue, and Sara!
APDT Foundation Auction & Party Thursday Rio VooDoo Beach Pool 5:00 pm view Foundation Posters in Exhibit Hall 6:00 pm Live Auction and Party begins Silent Auction with lots of great items in Exhibit Hall-closes Friday Hors d oeuvres and desserts and cash bar DJ and ELVIS All funds raised help support applied research into dog training and behavior
Special Events - Friday A.M. Riser-Chair Dance Workout APDT Shorts Roundtable Discussion Groups Comfort Corner with Therapy Dogs Trade Show in Exhibit Hall Demos Nicole Ellis with ifetch, Mark Heinz with Kong, and Kyra Sundance with DMWYD Author Book Signing APDT Foundation Silent Auction ends Toy Making with Jo Cook
Special Events - Saturday Roundtable Discussion Groups Comfort Corner with Therapy Dogs Closing Keynote with Victoria Stillwell sponsored by Why Does My Dog
Contests Brochure and Business Card Contest Use bulletin boards in Hallway Winner of each will be announced at the Foundation Auction Friday evening Each will receive a $50 Visa gift card and will be featured in the Chronicle of the Dog.
R+ Tickets Thank someone during the conference with R+ tickets Put your name & cell number on one side and theirs on the other. Daily draw for prizes for both of you Check at the Registration booth daily
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) CEUs available for: Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) National Association of Canine Scent Work (NACSW) International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI)
Conference Tips Always wear your name badge no entrance to conference activities without it Fire codes and other factors impact room seating and capacity get there early if you think a room may fill up if there is no space, you may not be able to attend that session
Conference Tips Ask questions! Get more involved try some of the fun activities Silence cell phones in sessions. Network, network, network! Networking badges at BC Central
Conference Tips Bring a jacket or sweater some rooms might be cold or hot Lost and Found at Registration Desk Handicap seating in sessions end of aisles Sign up for Workshops at Registration/Observers still need to register Apply for Scholarships for Next Year! APDT Store in Exhibit Hall Same bag Id it!
Vegas Tips Don t wear ID off site Stay Hydrated Be careful crossing streets Free Shuttle from Rio to Bally s Ask for a FunBook with coupons from the hotel
Social Media We encourage you to post about the conference on social media! Use # 2016APDT as your hashtag Send your photos to mandy.roberts@apdt.com for the APDT Facebook page Check the conference book for more social media tips
Evaluations We want your feedback! Evaluations will be emailed to you each evening for that day s talks A final evaluation for the entire conference will be sent out on Saturday
Questions Registration Desk Conference Office Board of Trustees Ribbons Conference Staff Royal Blue Shirts Border Collies Border Collie Buttons APDT Staff
Enjoy your conference and have fun!