As I was preparing my thoughts in the form of an invitation to IAPMO members and all other industry stakeholders to attend our 83rd annual Education and Business Conference, Sept. 23-27, in Hollywood, Fla., I got to thinking about that city name.

Hollywood typically conjures thoughts of the glitz and glamour of America’s entertainment Mecca, the distinct flavor of the West Coast — palm trees, sunglasses and busy freeways. By the same token, for years IAPMO was mostly associated with the West. It was our birthplace, our headquarters, our base, so to speak.

But much how the “other” Hollywood has earned its own unique claim to the name in the 85-plus years since its founding, so too has IAPMO extended its reach eastward to truly cover the United States  from coast to coast — or from Hollywood to Hollywood — over almost the exact same amount of time.

As I write, IAPMO membership has grown to include 76 chapters. Of those, 29 reside east of the Mississippi River (38 percent) and 13 are in states/territories/countries that border on the Atlantic Ocean (17 percent). That a number quickly approaching half of IAPMO’s chapters are operating in the part of the country traditionally recognized by westerners as “back east” says all you need to know about the popularity of IAPMO’s codes and mission from sea to shining sea.

So, when you really think about it, IAPMO bringing our annual conference to Hollywood, Fla., represents much more than just a really great city serving as host — it’s an announcement that says, “We’re here, we’re everywhere. Join us!”

Of course, anybody who has already attended an IAPMO annual conference needs little more than a “save the date” reminder to know where he or she will want to be the last week of September. Seminars, workshops, networking, organizational updates and the advancement of the Uniform Codes await all who attend. Your participation not only enhances your own career, but ensures that other attendees get as much possible out of the experience. IAPMO’s strength has always been the quality of its people, and the annual conference is no exception.

Please mark your calendars and make every effort to join us in Hollywood, Fla., for the 83rd annual Education and Business Conference. I can say in all honesty that it won’t be the same without you. Our conference is all about the people of IAPMO coming together — from coast to coast.

See you in September!

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Attendee Recruitment Program                                                     Live webcast of Monday and Thursday events

In an effort to get the word out about IAPMO’s Annual Education & Business Conference as well as bring new members to the association, IAPMO will extend a discount to existing members who recruit someone to attend Conference. In particular, IAPMO is looking to welcome someone who has never or not recently attended an Annual Conference.

The member who recruits the most attendees will be recognized for their efforts during the conference’s Opening Session.

Qualifying requirements for Recruiter:

    * The recruiter must be an existing member of IAPMO, in good standing.
    * Only one individual or organization can receive credit for the recruit(s). Qualifying requirements for Recruit:
    * The recruit must be or become a member of IAPMO prior to recruit receiving credit.
    * The recruit must have a fully paid Conference registration.
    * The recruit is required to list the referring individual or organization.
    * The recruit will not have attended an IAPMO Annual Education and Business Conference in the past 3 years.

Reward:
For each person recruited in accordance with the rules above, the member (recruiter) will receive a $50 discount off of the member Full Conference Registration Fee up to a maximum of $500.

Exposition

Seminars

Pre Conference Brochure
Registration Form
Roscoe King Memorial Golf Tournament Registration Form
Sponsorship Form
Exhibitor Form