Nice foursome. Golf course was good as was the pace of play.
Bob Ruland, Ruland ManufacturingAwesome convention!
Howard Gainey, DXP Enterprises, Inc.The format for the golf and tennis clinic worked out well with the lunch and clinic before playing the sport.
Tom Olson, Bearing Engineering CompanyVery good content this year. It was nice to invite non-member distributors to participate.
Bill Taylor, Peer Bearing CompanyThe recognition and visibility of AMI Bearings in the marketplace has risen tremendously because of our participation in BSA.
Wally Budzielek, AMI BearingsIt was quite nice, the highlight of the day. The meal and company was great.
Bill Childers, C&U AmericasThis is one of the most well run, organized events I've attended. Excellent activities, speakers and format. Bravo!
Jeff Guritza, OsbornWhat a wonderful time, I had the opportunity to meet so many of the other spouses.
Barbara Howard, Interstate Bearing SystemsTruly an outstanding convention. I am very proud of the association.
Peter Negri, Jamaica BearingsThe structure and size of BSA provides an exclusivity that helps to elevate discussions, networking opportunities and overall ROI.
Ben Mondics, Applied Industrial Technologies
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Schedule
Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday
Friday, May 3 |
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2:00pm - 5:30pm | Convention Registration |
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2:20pm - 2:50pm | Committee Chairman Briefing |
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3:00pm - 4:00pm | Information Technology & Supply Chain Committee | |
4:10pm - 5:10pm | Distributor/Manufacturer Relations Committee | |
5:20pm - 6:20pm | Educational Services Committee | |
Saturday, May 4 |
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7:30am - 9:30am | Convention Registration | |
7:50am - 8: 50am | Long Range Convention Planning Committee | |
9:00am - 10:00am | Past Presidents Council | |
10:10am -12:10pm | Board of Directors Meeting | |
12:00pm - 5:00pm | Convention Registration | |
5:00pm - 6:00pm | Young Executives Happy Hour | |
12:00pm - 4:30pm | Daufuskie Tour | |
1:00pm - 4:00pm | Dolphin Eco Tour | |
1:00pm - 4:00pm | Kayaking | |
1:00pm - 4:00pm | Intro to Stand Paddleboarding | |
Sunday, May 5 |
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7:00am - 11:30am | Convention Registration |
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7:00am | Doors Open and Breakfast is served |
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7:15am - 8:00am | Annual Business Meeting |
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8:00am - 9:00am | Business Session: Industry Update ABMA Update BSA Update |
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9:00am - 9:30am | Networking Break | |
9:30am - 10:30am | Business Session: America's Uneven Prosperity: What's Hot and What's Not: Dr. Bruce Yandle | |
10:30am -11:30am | Business Session: Top Gun Leadership: Never Fly Solo Waldo Waldman | |
6:30pm – 7:00pm | 1st Timers Reception |
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7:00pm – 10:00pm | Linda's Low Country Fest (Reception and Dinner) | |
8:30am - 10:00am | Morning Bunco for Spouses | |
12:00pm - 4:45pm | Golf Clinic & 9 Holes of Golf with Lunch | |
12:00pm - 4:30pm | Tennis Clinic and Round Robin with Lunch, All Levels Welcome | |
1:00pm - 4:00pm |
Afternoon Shopping Excurision | |
1:00pm - 3:00pm |
Bike Tour | |
Monday, May 6 |
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7:00am - 7:30am | Continental Breakfast | |
7:30am - 8:30am | Business Session: Generational Differences: Inside Out Eric Chester |
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8:30am - 9:45am | Business Session: Getting Interest in our Industry Panel Discussion |
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9:45am - 10:15am | Networking Break | |
10:15am -11:15am | Business Session: A Humorous Look at Personal, Professional, Family Success Michael Broome |
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7:00pm - 10:00pm | BSA International Speedway Reception and Dinner | |
9:00am - 11:00am | Spa Event for the Spouses | |
12:30pm tee time | Golf Tournament | |
12:30pm - 5:30pm | Fishing Tournament | |
1:00pm - 4:00pm |
Dolphin Eco Tour | |
1:15pm - 5:30pm | Savor LowCountry Walking Tour | |
Tuesday, May 7 |
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8:00am - 11:00am | Networking for Growth: Manufacturer Hosted Conference Tables (Eight 20-minute sessions) |
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1:00pm - 5:00pm | Individual Private Meetings | |
7:00pm - 7:30pm | President's Reception for All Attendees | |
7:30pm - 10:00pm | Show Your Colors Final Evening Dinner: Terry Bowden |
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10:00am - 11:00am |
Hero Pack Assembly: Helping our Military Families | |
11:30am - 5:30pm |
Historic Savannah Tour with Lunch | |
1:00pm - 4:00 pm |
Kayaking | |
1:00pm - 4:00 pm |
Intro to Stand Paddleboarding | |
1:00pm - 3:00 pm |
Bike Tour | |
12:45pm - 3:45 pm |
Sailing Tour | |
Wednesday, May 8 |
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9:00am - 12:00pm | 2014 Convention Planning Committee Meeting |