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The 2002 AIA National Convention and Expo will be
in Charlotte, May 9 to 11, and there's still time to join in the building
and design industry professionals' mainstay event for education, information,
and innovation.
This
year's conventionCarolinas2002offers:
Thought-provoking theme sessions
Challenging and enlightening continuing education programs
Fascinating tours of both Carolinas
Special events and added attractions where you can network with
colleagues from across the country
500 leading-edge companies exhibiting new products, technology
innovations, and services to give you the competitive edge to prosper
in today's evolving marketplace.
Scintillating sessions
The convention opens on Thursday, May 9, with its first theme session
by management savant Tom Peterschair and founder of the global training
and consulting company, tompeterscompany!who will tackle the business
of architecture in these times of cut-throat competition, ever-changing
markets, turbo-charged technology, and thriving e-commerce.
On Friday, May 10, Hugh L. McColl Jr., former chair
and CEO of Bank of America Corporationone of the largest, fastest growing
financial institutions in the countrywill discuss the relationship between
architecture, financial organizations, and community wellbeing.
And for the grand finale, on Saturday, May 11, Jerry
Hirshberg, founding director and president of Nissan Design America, will
lead a panel of AIA Gold Medalists2002 AIA Gold Medalist Tadao Ando,
Hon. FAIA; 2001 Gold Medalist Michael Graves, FAIA; 1997 Gold Medalist
Richard Meier, FAIA; 1986 Gold Medalist Arthur Erickson, Hon. FAIA; and
1982 Gold Medalist Romaldo Giurgola, FAIAthrough lively debate, frank
opinion, insight, and vision about the opportunities and challenges facing
the building and design profession.
Educational
opportunities
Carolinas2002 workshops, seminars, and professional tours will address
a variety of issues facing the profession today. We'll help you identify
and gain the resources to meet challenges and make the most of the opportunities
in this complex global environment. We'll address issues of scale, character,
and livability as well as security, safety, and durability. We'll examine
how to sharpen your presentation skills, attract new business, and manage
your clients. How to go "green" without "going weird,"
how to develop new lines of business, and the top 10 reasons architects
don't get rehired. In short, how to ensure that people around the world
are able to live, work, and play in environments that are diverse, innovative,
exciting, and safe.
Charlotte in the
spring
One more point: Charlotte in the spring is incomparable. This vibrant
city offers a comfortable climate, beautiful natural surroundings, fascinating
neighborhoods, and clean, tree-lined streets. Its cultural venues thrive
with music, visual arts, and dance. And the enthusiasm of its fans makes
the Queen City a mecca for sports (don't miss the Carolinas Expedition
Host Chapter Party at Ericsson Stadium, home to the Carolina Panthers,
on Friday evening, May 10, 711 p.m.)
Register nowit's not too late! Many of the
workshops, tours, and special events still have spaces available. For
the most up-to-date convention information and to register online, visit
www.aiaconvention.com. You can also call M|C Communications, 617-859-4475,
for information on attending and booking exhibit space. Don't let this
opportunity pass you byya'll come!
Copyright 2002 The American Institute of Architects.
All rights reserved.
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What:
The AIA 2002 National Convention and Expo
Where:
Charlotte Convention Center
When:
May 9-11
Information and registration:
and for a complete list of convention programs, visit
www.aiaconvention.com.
This article was prepared by M|C Communications, the AIA's convention
consultant.
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