Welcome to Cincinnati, Ohio and the 47th SDA National Convention
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Phone: 513-268-5302 ext. 4 Email: [email protected]
www.sdanational.org
8190-A Beechmont Avenue #276
Cincinnati, OH 45255
Society for Design Adminisration
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Fun Facts About Cincinnati
The Roebling suspension Bridge was the longest worldwide and was later the prototype for the Brooklyn Bridge after it was completed in 1867.
Cincinnati hosted the first night baseball game played under lights in 1935.
Cincinnati’s own Neil Armstrong was the first man to walk on the moon.
Cincinnati was the first city to deliver airmail by hot air balloon, July 4, 1835.
Cincinnati is the first and only city to own their own railroad (Cincinnati Southern 1880).
Paul Brown Stadium is the only football stadium that made the list of “America’s favorite 150 buildings and structures.”
The second tallest building in Cincinnati and a National Historic Landmark is the Carew Tower. It was also the basis for the Empire State Building.
The Cincinnati Red Stockings, now known as the Cincinnati Reds, were the first professional baseball team started in 1869.
There are more than 180 chili restaurants in Cincinnati. Cincinnatians consume more than 2,000,000 pounds of chili each year and 850,000 pounds of shredded cheese.
The famous Oktoberfest-Zincinnati USA is found to be the largest Oktoberfest in the country and second largest in the world.
Local Cincinnatians developed the American Cornhole Organization and Cincinnati is also the capital of the game.
The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is the second oldest zoo in the U.S. after opening in 1875.
For the past 8 elections, Cincinnati’s Busken Bakery has sold cookies featuring the candidates, and the sales have been very accurate in predicting the elections.
William Howard Taft was one of 5 Cincinnati natives to be elected president, and in 1910, become the first president to throw out the first pitch on Opening Day.
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It is with great pleasure that I get to welcome you to the 2016 SDA National Convention, EDSymposium16, in Cincinnati, Ohio. For those of us who manage, market, advance, streamline,
protect, and regulate firms in the A/E/C industry, this conference is for you.
The EDS16 Committee, but mainly Stephanie Kirschner, has worked hard and long to provide another convention within a 6 month period from the one in Golden, CO last October. We are excited to have the Annual Business Meeting, Installation of the 2016 – 2017 National Officers, and the Awards Banquet back on track and during a time when we are all together.
Starting off the convention is an all-day interactive and instructive Pre-Conference Leadership workshop where you can learn about behaviors that can be developed and enhanced to enable us to make the highest and best use of our strengths.
Throughout the long weekend you can earn over 12 hours of continuing education from a variety of topics presented by a dynamic line-up of speakers. You can also participate in a fun ‘Speed Networking’ event where you will make 15 new connections. And we hope you’ll have some fun and take advantage of the walking tour of the historic area of downtown Cincinnati.
For those of you who have not had a chance to attend convention, or those of you who attend every year, I invite you to join us in Cincinnati, Ohio!
Natalie Newman 2015-2016 National President YOU! Make a Difference
History of Cincinnati President‐ElectMessage
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Outside of the state of Texas, Cincinnati, Ohio, is the most chili-crazed city in the United States. Cincinnati prides itself on being a true chili capital, with more than 180 chili parlors. Cincinnati Chili is quite different from its more familiar Texas cousin, and it has developed a cult-like popularity. What makes it different is the way the meat is cooked. Cincinnati Chili has a thinner consistency and is prepared with an unusual blend of spices that includes cinnamon, chocolate or cocoa, allspice, and Worcestershire. This is truly the unofficial grub of Cincinnati. The people of Cincinnati enjoy their chili spooned over freshly made pasta and topped with a combination of chopped onions, shredded Cheddar cheese, refried beans or kidney beans, and crushed oyster crackers. If you choose "the works," you are eating what they call Five-Way Chili. Make sure to pile on the toppings - that's what sets it apart from any other chili dish. To test a restaurant for authenticity, ask for a Four-Way. If the server asks you whether you want beans or onions, you know this is fake Cincinnati chili, since Four-Way always comes with onions. Macedonian immigrant Tom Kiradjieff created Cincinnati chili in 1922. With his brother, John, Kiradjieff opened a small Greek restaurant called the Empress. The restaurant did poorly however, until Kiradjieff started offering a chili made with Middle Eastern spices, which could be served in a variety of ways. He called it his "spaghetti chili." Kiradjieff's "five way" was a concoction of a mound of spaghetti topped with chili, chopped onion, kidney beans, and shredded yellow cheese, served with oyster crackers and a side order of hot dogs topped with more shredded cheese.
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I’ve been doing some research on our host city, and this is what I found . . . these people love to eat! A German dish called Glier’s Goetta, a meat-and-grain sausage primarily composed of ground meat (mainly pork), pin-head oats and spices is highly recommended. Along with a grilled-cheese doughnut from Tom + Chee. Apparently they eat crepes with their hands at Just Crepes. And Papas Cream Eggs put Cadbury to shame. Graeter’s Ice Cream is known as “manna from Heaven”. We already discussed the chili. Izzy's has a 110 Reuben challenge. You can get Cincinnati-grown pizza at La Rosa’s. And King’s Island has to die for blueberry soft serve. Montgomery Inn BBQ sauce has taken the title of “liquid crack”. And cookies purchased at the Busken Bakery can predict the next President. Who knew? Besides food there is a lot to see in Cincinnati. Home to an 85 acre zoo and botanical garden. Railway buffs will love the 25,000 square feet of indoor model train displays. They have many museums from the Taft Museum of Art to the Cincinnati Art Museum that features the Queen City’s rich heritage and admission is free! The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. The Cincinnati Museum Center which houses a history and science museum. And the Contemporary Arts Center. For the sports enthusiasts The Great American Ball Park, home of the Cincinnati Reds complete with a baseball shrine. And the Paul Brown Stadium where the Bengals play. If you like to shop there’s Findlay Market, built in the mid-19th century featuring crafts and fresh produce. If you just want to get out and walk, try the Purple People Bridge that leads you into Kentucky to an indoor-outdoor entertainment complex. A lot of these places are close enough to get to on foot. Others will require a car ride. I hope this gives you some ideas on how you can spend your free time
ScheduleAtAGlance
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Thursday, May 12, 2016 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Desk Open 6:45 am - 7:30 am SDA Morning Walk/Run 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Leadership Workshop with Bob Pautke 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm CDFA Exam 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Welcome Reception Friday, May 13, 2016
6:45 am - 7:30 am SDA Morning Walk/Run 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Desk Open 8:00 am - 8:30 am Welcome & Introductions 8:30 am - 9:30 am Keynote Breakfast: Vacant to Vibrant: Cincinnati’s Urban Transformation with Brandy Del Favero 9:30 am - 10:00 am Break with Sponsors 10:00 am - 11:30 am You Don’t Have to Go Home from Work Exhausted with TriHealth Corporate Health
11:30 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch Panel Discussion: Leverage Firm Administrators in the Project Management Process
1:15 pm - 2:45 pm Lessons Learned in A/E Succession Planning with Brad Wilson 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm Break with Sponsors 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Top Ten Ways to Avoid Employment Law Issues in 2016 with Patricia Pryor 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm Committee Chair Meeting 6:00 pm — 7:00 pm Dine Around Town in Groups: Reservation Sign-Ups
Saturday, May 14, 2016 6:45 am - 7:30 am SDA Morning Walk/Run 7:30 am - 1:30 pm Registration Desk Open 8:00 am - 9:00 am Continental Breakfast: Chapter Networking Session 9:15 am - 11:00 am SDA Annual Business Meeting 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Standout Marketing: How Everyone Can Create Visibility for Your Firm with Tammy York 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm Speed Networking Lunch 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Downtown Walking Tour: Architectural Foundation of Cincinnati 6:30 pm Cocktail Reception (Cash Bar Available) 7:00 pm—10:00 pm Awards/Installation Banquet
HotelInformation
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Room rates start at $165 per night!
The Hyatt Regency is an upscale hotel with bright, modern rooms including free Wi-Fi, 42-inch flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add city or river views. Suites offer wet bars, mini-fridges, dining areas and separate bedrooms.
The property has an indoor pool and fitness center. There's also a casual bar/restaurant and a 24/7 market cafe, plus conference facilities and a business center.
A block of rooms has been set aside for May 11—15, 2016 for SDA Leadership and EDSymposium16 attendees. Rate is based upon availability. Deadline for reservations in this block is April 11, 2016. Attendees must make hotel reservations separately from registering for the conference. Hotel reservations can be made by calling Hyatt Regency at 513.579.1234 and referencing the Society for Design Administration when calling or make your reservation online using our link: https://resweb.passkey.com/go/ESDA
Space is limited so reserve early!
Reservation Details All reservation changes/cancellations
must be done directly through the hotel at least 3-days prior to arrival. Check-in 3:00 pm / check-out 11:00 am
Room Share Anyone interested in sharing a room should contact:
Stephanie Kirschner at [email protected] or call (513) 268-5302 ext. 4
LeadershipWorkshop Separate Registration Fee Thursday, May 12th
What Can You Learn from the 1960s Race to the Moon?
Research shows that effective, ethical leaders are not "born" (it’s not genetics) –nor are they “anointed” (it’s not by title). Leadership is behavior - behaviors can be developed and enhanced in each and every human. A leader resides inside each of us just waiting to be developed, encouraged and set free to serve. This interactive & instructive workshop uses the 1960's Race to the Moon as a metaphor. This decade-long true story is told in leadership terms -through descriptions, pictures, transcripts and videos. Still inspiring today, this is a story of vision and values; challenges–expected and unexpected; teamwork and leadership. Learning Outcomes – at the end of this workshop participants will understand:
There is a leader in every one of us waiting to be developed Ways to meet challenges stated and unexpected 5 practices of extraordinary leadership Specific actions that can immediately be taken back to the office
In advance of the workshop participants will receive instructions and URL to complete an online 15-min VIA Character Strengths survey. After completing the online Character Strengths survey participants will download their personal report and bring that to the workshop. During an interactive series of exercises, workshop participants will learn how to better understand and put to use their unique strengths …similar to strengths of many involved in the race to the moon. Throughout the workshop participants will engage in interactive exercises and group discussions, with a focus on aspects of leadership that will provide experiential means to better learn about ethical and effective leadership. Each participant will receive a workbook for note taking, to complete exercises, and to document their commitments to action as soon as they return to their office.
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AbouttheLeader
BobPautke
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As President of SOAR with Purpose …a strengths-based Leader Development company whose purpose is Developing Leaders of Leaders… Bob enables others to make the highest and best use of their strengths. Helping people realize their strengths for life-long careers of purpose - and for companies to acquire, develop and retain the best of human character and talent. Organizations in the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, Japan, the U.K., and Europe have used Bob's strengths-based approach to purposeful growth and improved performance. Our focus is People:
Ethical , Effective Leadership Employee Engagement – Character-based Cultures Purpose - the best version of yourself & your organization
He is experienced and has been certified in: √ The Leadership Challenge √ VIA Character Strengths √ Leadership Practices Inventory √ Gallup’s StrengthsFinder √ Lions Lead √ Seven Habits of Highly Effective People √ Perfect-10Corporate Cultures √ Board & Executive Facilitation & Retreats
Bob is the Director of Leadership for LEAD Clermont, a 20-year old leadership program focused on developing and deploying leaders to improve the quality of Clermont life. Bob re-designed and now delivers this community leadership program to each year’s class and Alumni Association.
6:45 am - 7:30 am SDA Morning Walk/Run Meet in the hotel lobby before 6:45am 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration Desk Open 8:00 am - 8:30 am Welcome & Introductions
8:30 am - 9:30 am Keynote Breakfast—From Vacant to Vibrant: Cincinnati’s Urban Transformation Downtown Cincinnati has been getting some attention for its budding renaissance, and the recent interest is well deserved. The new vibrancy is primarily a result of two redevelopment projects; a riverfront development called The Banks in the southernmost section of downtown; and a neighborhood revitalization project located directly north of the central business district in Cincinnati’s the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. The success of these two projects has brought a bustle of new retail, restaurant, and residential options, which both Cincinnatians and tourists alike have taken to. Join us as we hear how the City of Cincinnati worked for over a decade to bring these projects to fruition and put new energy and activity into the entire downtown Cincinnati area.
FridayMorning May13,2016
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Presented by: Brandy Del Favero, LEED AP Senior Development Officer at 3CDC
Brandy Del Favero joined 3CDC as a development officer in 2012. Her responsibilities include real estate project management in the reinvestment and redevelopment of Cincinnati’s Central Business District (CBD) and Over-the-Rhine (OTR). Prior to joining 3CDC in 2012, she served as the owner representative for 3CDC on the $47 million renovation and expansion of Washington Park in Over-the Rhine. Ms. Del Favero is currently focused on managing the redevelopment project at 4th and Race Streets in downtown Cincinnati, the former site of the Pogue’s Garage. She comes from a General Contracting Management background, having previously worked for Turner Construction as a Project Manger for over 6 years. She has a Bachelor’s of Science in Architecture from the University of Cincinnati. Her construction project manager experience and education in architecture allows her to balance the importance of design while considering material durability and project constructability, all while working within project budgets.
9:30 am - 10:00 am Break with Sponsors
Sponsors are an important part of SDA. This is the best opportunity to network face-to-face with our sponsors who provide your company's hardware, software, and service offerings.
10:00 am - 11:30 am You Don’t Have to Go Home Exhausted!
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Sponsor Lunch
11:30 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch Panel : Leverage Your Firm Administrators in the Project Management Process
Administrators are doing more today than ever before, including serving the project team in many capacities including RFP preparation, contract review and administration, managing budgets and schedules, tracking RFIs and much, much more. Join us for this interactive panel discussion with SDA members, firm principals and insurance representatives as we talk about ways that administrators can bring their strengths to the project team.
Lunch Presented by a/e ProNet
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So many of us finish our workday and only have the desire to go home and collapse on the couch! If this sounds like you, you probably don’t have enough energy to exercise or even eat healthy (since cooking takes way more energy than driving through for fast food!). Learn ways to increase your energy, find your fun, balance work and play, learn from the young, and a whole lot of other great tips. After this session, you’ll leave the room full of energy! Presented by: TriHealth Corporate Health From on-site nursing and medical services, to custom wellness programs and our innovative health coaching, TriHealth Corporate Health helps companies across the region lower costs and improve their workforce health. With more workplace health experts than anyone in the business, TriHealth is committed to helping employers build a healthy, safe and productive workforce.
1:15 pm - 2:45 pm Lessons Learned in A/E Firm Succession Planning We will examine three actual case studies from recent ownership and leadership transition engagements to understand and diagnose the pitfalls that are common in A/E firms. We will look at professional development, firm development and economic success in each case to help attendees appreciate the degree of complexity involved in succession planning. When the session is over, the attendees will have learned:
The degree of time and investment necessary to secure the next generation of leaders for their firms. The financial challenges faced by current and future firm owners and how to
keep both sides engaged in the ownership transition process. The key terms and agreements that must be documented in a shareholder agreement to insure firm prosperity during and after the transition.
Presented by: Bradford R. Wilson, CMA, Senior Consultant Brad joined the ranks of PSMJ consultants in 2002 after 15 years as a PSMJ customer where he was a partner in a 70-person architecture firm. He has assisted hundreds of firms in understanding and implementing the PSMJ best practices that allowed his firm to achieve financial performance in the top 10% of the industry. Brad is currently using his practical experience and educational background in finance and law to guide PSMJ clients through mergers and acquisitions. Brad also regularly facilitates PSMJ’s CEO Roundtables on Mergers & Acquisitions. As one of the senior M&A consultants for PSMJ, Brad has facilitated both the purchase and sale of A/E/C firms of all types and sizes. Brad’s hands-on assistance with valuation and deal structuring has allowed many PSMJ clients to achieve their strategic growth goals or their ownership transition through a merger or acquisition. His broad-based knowledge of design firms’ cultures and operations has also been invaluable in integration planning and execution resulting in the achievement of financial goals for buyers and sellers.
FridayAfternoon May13,2016
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2:45 pm - 3:15 pm Break with Business Partners A Big Thank You to our Business Partners
Thank you for being such an important influence on our organization. We truly appreciate having you as a sponsor. With your help, we are able to host great seminars and provide educational scholarship opportunities for our members, which keep these design firm administrators at the forefront of new ideas and changes that the industry faces.
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FridayAfternoon May13,2016
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Top 10 Ways to Avoid Employment Law Issues in 2016
The employment law landscape continues to change and evolve, becoming more and more employee friendly and making it harder and harder for employers to remain compliant and still be productive and profitable. Learn what to watch for in 2016 and proactive ways to avoid costly lawsuits, union threats, and decreased employee productivity in the current environment.
Presented by: Patricia Pryor, Jackson Lewis P.C.
An experienced litigator in both state and federal courts, representing and defending employers in nearly every form of employment litigation, including class actions. She represents and advises employers in federal and state administrative proceedings, in all forms of dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration, and in managing all aspects of the employment relationship. She has represented employers before the EEOC, the DOL, the DOJ, the OFCCP, and the NLRB, in addition to various state agencies. Ms. Pryor also works with employers to avoid litigation by developing effective policies and practices, including harassment policies, social media policies, FMLA practices, attendance programs, affirmative action programs and wellness plans. She conducts proactive wage and hour audits, harassment investigations and compensation reviews. She is a frequent speaker at legal seminars and to employers and professional groups and provides training to managers and human resource professionals on a wide variety of employment and legal issues, including wage and hour issues, harassment, disability, the Family and Medical Leave Act and affirmative action obligations. She has been featured on the radio program "Employment Straight Talk" and has published a number of employment law articles.
5:15 pm - 6:30 pm Committee Chair Meeting The Executive Committee and the National Committee Chairs will have a brief introduction meeting for those who are in attendance. When the majority of our interaction is by phone, it is nice to put a name to a face. We hope all of our chairs are able to join us for this in-person interaction.
6:00 pm - 7:00pm Dine Arounds with Groups Sign-up sheets will be posted at the registration table along with menus and reservation times. Plenty of dining options will be available.
6:45 am - 7:30 am SDA Morning Walk/Run Meet in the hotel lobby before 6:45am. 7:30 am - 1:30 pm Registration Desk Open 8:00 am - 9:00 am Chapter Networking Session: Continental Buffet Presented by SDA Chapters
SaturdayMorning May14,2016
9:15 am - 11:00 am SDA Annual Business Meeting
Join us for this important annual meeting, where the key business of the SDA is accomplished. This meeting is open to all attendees. The current SDA National Executive Committee will provide an update on our activities and finances, and SDA delegates will vote on bylaw amendments and national officers for the 2016-2017 term. Join us to see your organization in action.
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SaturdayAfternoon May14,2016 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Standout Marketing: How Everyone Can Create Visibility for Your Firm with Tammy York In today’s world you must standout to get any attention from editors and reporters or traction with your clients. But just because you are trapped in the office doesn’t mean you can’t effectively and efficiently nurture relationships with the media and clients. Learn the techniques savvy businesses use to get the interview, be the expert on file, attract clients, and land contracts. Presented by: Tammy York owner of LandShark Communications, LLC
LandShark Communications is an effective public relations and marketing company. Tammy has helped businesses across the United State increase their profits, memberships, and lists by standing out. York is also the author of the regional best seller, 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Cincinnati.
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12:15 pm - 1:30 pm Speed Networking Lunch
Traditional networking events bring particular types of people together at a specific time and place, then leave it to the participants to make their connections. Speed networking takes the concept one step further, structuring the program so that everyone at the table must speak to everyone else. If you’ve never been to a speed networking event, you may feel nervous or overwhelmed, but don’t worry – it will be fun and you will leave having connected to at least 15 other people before the hour is over. Don’t forget your business cards!
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Walking Tour: Architectural Foundation of Cincinnati (optional– additional fee)
Join Steve Sendelbeck and Michael Kelley from the Architectural Foundation of Cincinnati as they lead a walking tour to explore many of the registered historic areas in downtown Cincinnati. Learn fascinating details of architecture and history.
Comfortable walking shoes are a definite must.
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GeneralInformationBusiness Partner Tables: Please be sure to stop and visit all of our business partners at the conference. This is the best place to meet and visit with various vendors in the industry. You will get first hand experience of all the new products, technology and innovative tools available for managing today’s A/E/C firms. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet with representatives face-to-face. Transportation Airport / Airlines: Many airlines fly into Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport Terminal (CVG). These include Air Canada, Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier and United. Southwest flies into Dayton International Airport which is an easy hour drive in by car. Ground Transportation: To arrange for a shuttle to / from Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport Terminal (CVG), call Executive Transportation at (800) 990-8841 or arrangements may be made in Cincinnati Northern Kentucky Airport Terminal (CVG).
Handouts: We will be providing handouts online for your convenience. You will have the opportunity to print out the handouts prior to the sessions you plan to attend. Handouts will be available by May 2nd. Certified Design Firm Administrator: Members of the Certification Committee will be at EDSymposium16. If you have questions about the CDFA exam process, make time to meet with them. Be sure to ask about our CDFA-yoU program which is our newest tool available to help candidates prepare for the exam, connect with others that are studying, and have a place to ask questions throughout your preparation process. Tour: Join representatives from the Architectural Foundation of Cincinnati as they lead a walking tour to explore many of the registered historic area in downtown Cincinnati. Evening Plans? Cincinnati, OH has plenty of sights to see. If you are looking for things to do in the evenings, there are a lot of options. Stop by the SDA registration desk during the conference to see if there are others planning to strike out and join them for an evening of fun. We’ll be helping to coordinate groups that want to explore Cincinnati after conference hours.
Special Needs: We make every effort to accommodate special needs. Please be sure to list any special requirements or needs when completing your conference registration, including any dietary restrictions. Dress: The dress for the educational sessions and awards luncheon is business-casual. Don’t forget a jacket or sweater as sometimes the temperatures in the meeting rooms can be difficult to control and evenings in Ohio may be cool. Dress attire for the welcome reception and tour is casual. Cell Phones: We appreciate your understanding, please show respect for your colleagues and speakers by having your cell phones on vibrate or silent during all sessions and luncheons.
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RegistrationConference Registration: Conference registration is available online and by paper form. Visit the EDSymposium16 homepage on the SDA website to access the registration forms. Registration will not be processed without payment. Early Bird Registration: The deadline for Early Bird Registration is April 8, 2016. To take advantage of the discount, your payment must be postmarked no later than April 8, 2016. Payment: Accepted forms of payment are Visa, MasterCard, American Express or check. If you are completing the online registration form but wish to pay by check, please print out your completed online form to use as an invoice and mail with your check to:
SDA Headquarters, 8190-A Beechmont Avenue, #276, Cincinnati, OH 45255-6117.
REGISTRATION FEES
Early Bird by April 8 After April 8 Full Conference $400—Member $475—Member (includes Banquet) $600—Non-Member $675—Non-Member Single-Day $300—Member $375—Member $500—Non-Member $575—Non-Member Leadership Workshop $150/Member w/ $200/member w/ EDS16 registration EDS16 registration Welcome Reception EDS16 Attendees—Free/ Guests: $25.00 Optional Activity Saturday Afternoon Downtown Walking Tour $30.00
Registration Cancellation
All registration cancellations are considered official on the date they are received at SDA Headquarters. SDA will refund the entire registration fee minus a $75 processing charge for cancellations made prior to April 30, 2016.
Refunds will not be processed until after the conference. There will be no refunds for cancellations received after April 30, 2016.
In addition, refunds will NOT be provided for no-shows.
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WelcomeReceptionThursday, May 12 5:30 pm –7:30 pm Wear your favorite baseball team jersey/t‐shirt as we celebrate our own beginning – the kickoff of EDSymposiumn16! Join your colleagues for hot dogs, soft pretzels, cracker jacks and more (including beer and wine) and a great view of the downtown area as you plan your time exploring the city.
Free to Registrants
Guests $25.00
A Little Reds History
In the first game ever played by a professional baseball team (all paid players, no amateurs), the Cincinnati Red Stockings beat the Mansfield Independents, 48-14 on June 1st 1869. The Cincinnati Base Ball Club played the entire season with all of its players under contract. The total salary outlay was approximately $11,000, with the salary of star shortstop George Wright at nearly $2,000. Thus began the era of professional baseball, and professional team sports. The 1869 Red Stockings made history not only as the first professional club, but they also ran off the longest winning streak in baseball history. Although there was no league yet established, there were some 15 teams in the upper tier of clubs. The Red Stockings defeated all of these teams, many of them twice, while they also walloped a number of lesser clubs. Their final official record was 57-0.
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Awards/InstallationBanquetSaturday, May 14 6:30 pm Cocktail Reception 7:00–10:00 pm Banquet
Installation & Awards Gala Join us for this fun event where we celebrate the achievements of our
SDA members including the awards presentation for
Newly Certified Design Firm Administrators (CDFA) Life Time Achievement Award
Chapter Excellence Award Star Awards
International Canstruction Winners Installation of 2016-2017 National Officers
cocktail attire
Event included
with Registration
