March/April 2009
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Partner Opportunities
Travel Alberta Speakers Series Tuesday April 7, 2009 Edmonton, Alberta  The Travel Alberta Speakers Series continues with an invitation to join Heath Slawner as he discusses the Power of Persuasion. Join the only professional certified in Canada to deliver the Principles of Persuasion Workshop, for an interactive presentation in the science that underlies the influence process. Participants will gain insight into how the influence process can be harnessed in their own environments. They will learn to recognize and construct elusive “moments of power” and avoid “fumbling away critical opportunities” to influence simply because they are not familiar with the principles. Travel Alberta In-Province is pleased to offer complimentary registration of this Speakers Series presentation. Space is limited so please visit industry.travelalberta.com to register. 4th Annual Tourism Online Marketing Conference April 13-15, 2009 Niagara Falls, Ontario  Over 350 tourism and travel industry professionals are expected to attend this three day conference with Arlene Dickinson, star of TV’s Dragons’ Den, CEO of Venture Communications Ltd, and 20 year veteran in marketing communications as its opening keynote speaker. Along with 2 additional keynote speakers, Online Revealed will offer 16 unique workshops, 3 panels with real case studies along with a 3 hour B2B Marketplace to connect industry with the resources they need to succeed. Online Revealed is the conference event to educate the travel industry to be successful on the World Wide Web through collaboration with leading industry professionals. Registration and sponsor opportunities are now available. For more information please visit www.onlinerevealed.com. 2009 Alberta HR Conference April 22-23, 2009 Edmonton, Alberta  The 2009 Alberta HR Conference will explore different aspects of change to help you better capitalize on the remarkable opportunities that change can present. With the opportunity to pick up registration packages early, extended tradeshow hours, and increased selection of concurrent sessions this conference is leading by example and living its 2009 motto “Fueling Change”. For the first time ever, the Alberta HR Conference has categorized the sessions based on key industry themes to help you better customize your conference experience and maximize the value you receive from your investment in professional development. To view the sessions that are available and for registration information please visit them online at www.abhrconference.com. Spring Showcase 2009 May 5-7, 2009 Edmonton, Alberta  As an integral part of the annual training for travel counsellors, Spring Showcase is proud to be back for another year. This event will span three days instead of the traditional two and will be held during the week. All community Visitor Information Centre counsellors are encouraged to attend. For information please visit industry.travelalberta.com. Rendez-vous Canada 2009 May 9-13, 2009 Calgary, Alberta  Rendez-vous Canada (RVC) is Canada's premier annual international tourism industry marketplace. Designed to provide an efficient opportunity for international buyers to meet suppliers of Canadian tourism products, services and information in one place, this annual four day event will once again be the place to be this May. Rendez-vous Canada is a contract marketplace. The key to the success of Rendez-vous Canada is the program of pre-scheduled, computerized 12-minute appointments which brings together Buyers, Sellers and DMOs and approximately 21,000 appointments are pre-scheduled. The deadline for receipt of appointment requests is Friday March 27. Preliminary appointment schedules and the ability to schedule additional appointments will be available online starting Monday April 6. For additional information visit their website at www.rendezvouscanada.travel.com. Meet the North 2009 May 11-14, 2009 Edmonton, Alberta  Meet the North 2009 - Going Global will focus on three vital aspects of northern development: the global economy; research and innovation; and environmental challenges and opportunities. With a host of international experts, prominent keynote speakers, an expansive trade show and job fair, this event is sure to position your organization as a spirited world stakeholder in the realization of a progressive and prosperous North. Join the Right Honourable Joe Clark, Former Prime Minister, Honourable Dennis Fentie, Yukon Premier, Ricus Grimbeek, President and C.O.O. of Ekati Mines, among others at this soon to be sold out event. For additional information and to register visit www.meetthenorth.com.
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