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| The dress code for the NationaLease 65th Annual Meeting sessions is business casual, with the exception of the Closing Dinner. The Closing Dinner is shirt and tie for the men and cocktail attire for the ladies, but don’t forget to bring some casual wear to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. |
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| 6:30pm |
Chairman's Dinner |
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| 9:00am – 4:00pm |
NationaLease Board of Directors Meeting |
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| 1:00pm - 2:30pm |
Trolley Tour of Naples - Saturday afternoon optional activity $40 per person
We invite you to join us for a fascinating tour of the Naples area. Experience the natural beauty, history and charm of Naples, and we are certain you will find your tour interesting, informative and fun. Guides look forward to sharing their expertise and local knowledge with you. |
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| 4:15pm |
Dinner Cruise - Saturday evening optional activity $115 per person
Limited to the first 50 registrants The Naples Princess is a luxury yacht perfect for sightseeing, relaxing, and entertaining. During dinner, we will cruise through Naples Bay and the canals of Port Royal. Weather permitting, we will also sail into the Gulf of Mexico along the shoreline to see the beautiful sunset. Wildlife is abundant so be prepared to see playful dolphins and other wildlife such as bald eagles. |
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| 9:00am – 4:00pm |
Meeting Registration |
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| 1:00pm – 1:15pm |
Official Opening of Annual Meeting
Welcome: Tom Brown, Chairman |
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| 1:15pm – 1:30pm |
The Evolution of NationaLease 2009
… a gradual process in which something changes into a different and usually better form – American Heritage Dictionary
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Gene Scoggins, President, NationaLease |
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| 1:30pm – 2:30pm |
Christopher Gardner - Inspiration for the Film The Pursuit of Happyness
Christopher Gardner is the owner and CEO of Gardner Rich LLC. with offices in New York, Chicago, and San Francisco. Conquering grave challenges to become a successful entrepreneur, Gardner is an avid motivational and inspirational speaker, addressing the keys to overcoming obstacles and breaking cycles. |
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| 2:30pm – 2:45pm |
Refreshment Break |
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| 2:30pm – 4:00pm |
Spouse Meet and Greet |
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| 2:45pm – 3:00pm |
Paving the Way with Member Services
- Dean Vicha, VP Member Services
- Strengthening the Membership
- New ‘Test Call’ Program Progress Report
- 2008 Exceptional Service Award Winners
- 2008 Extra-Mile Award Winner
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| 3:00pm – 3:15pm |
A New Era: the NationaLease Young Executives Club
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Andrew Flynn, TCI Leasing/Rentals, a NationaLease Member |
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| 3:15pm – 3:30pm |
Success with National Accounts
- Steve Donovan, VP Sales
- NEW NationaLease Capabilities Video
- 2008 Masters Club ‘Top Salesman of the Year’
- 2008 ‘Top Salesman’ Members Award
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| 3:30pm – 4:30pm |
Driving Down Costs with NationaLease Leadership Groups
Presentations will be made by the chairman of each Leadership Group.
Facilitated by Matt Bogdan, Director of Products and Services
- Lubricants, Tom Boyer, Hogan Motor Leasing, Inc., NTLS Member Fleet Services
- Fleet Services, Ray Houston, Interstate NationaLease
- Parts, Dave Erickson, Bright NationaLease
- Canada, Stéphane Godbout, Location Brossard NationaLease
- Tires, Ken Singleton, Aim NationaLease
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| 4:30pm – 5:30pm |
“Tee Time” Technology Fair
NEW this year! Don’t miss this opportunity to network, to have some fun and to showcase your golf skills with suppliers and members! FORE! |
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| 6:30pm – 8:00pm |
Welcoming Reception |
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| 7:00am – 4:00pm |
Registration |
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7:00am – 8:00am
(open to all) |
Breakfast Buffet |
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7:00am – 8:00am
(invitation only) |
Premier Partner Breakfast |
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| 8:15am – 9:15am |
Finding the Best Route: the 2009 Industry Panel
- Moderator: Terry Young, Advantage Truck Leasing, a NationaLease Member |
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| 9:00am – 2:00pm |
Spouse Event |
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| 9:15am – 10:00am |
Political Analyst |
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| 10:00am – 10:15am |
Refreshment Break |
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10:15am –12:00pm
Session 1: 10:15 – 11:00
Session 2: 11:15 - 12:00 |
Discussion Breakout I
Capitalize on Stimulus Funds for Hybrids
Hammered! - Surviving and Thriving in a VUCA World
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Jack Zolomy, President, Interstate NationaLease
The world has become more volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous. Our members will be asked to share how they have created opportunities the continuing management of member’s dilemmas will be discussed. |
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| 12:00pm – 1:00pm |
Lunch |
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| 1:00pm – 1:15pm |
Destination Teamwork: NationaLease and Premier Partners Working Together
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Mark Kath, Strategic Account Manager, Michelin North America |
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| 1:15pm – 1:45pm |
Moving Forward with the NationaLease Advocacy Group |
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| 1:45pm – 2:00pm |
Refreshment Break |
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2:00pm – 3:15pm
Session 1: 2:00pm – 2:30pm
Session 2: 2:45pm – 3:15pm |
Discussion Breakout II
Navigating the Banking World for Leasing Companies
Leveraging Future Technology to Maximize Growth |
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Please Note: Members Only Session – suppliers please rejoin us at 6:00pm for the Closing Reception & Dinner |
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3:15pm – 3:45pm
(Members Only)
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Membership Satisfaction Survey Results
- Gene Scoggins, President
Hear the results of the 2009 Membership Survey. The survey is completed every four years and seeks input from all members to identify strengths, weaknesses, and target areas for improvement to meet members’ expectations. |
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3:45pm – 3:50pm
(Members Only) |
Nominating Committee
- Thomas Teague, Salem NationaLease, Chairman
- Joe Butzer, Advantage NationaLease
- Yves Carmel, Location Brossard NationaLease
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3:50pm – 4:50pm
(Members Only) |
New to NationaLease! Physical Damage Insurance Program
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Dean Vicha, Vice President Member Services
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Gary Allen, Allen Insurance Group
NationaLease has partnered with the Allen Insurance Group to allow the membership to provide physical damage insurance to its customer base for both daily rental and long-term lease business. Allen Insurance Group has been helping businesses and associations for over 60 years and is ready to assist NationaLease in further enhancing our reputation as North America’s premier single-source truck rental and leasing organization. Learn how your company can take advantage of this offering to increase revenue and margin from your fleet of vehicles! |
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| 6:00pm – 6:30pm |
Closing Reception |
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| 6:30pm |
Closing Dinner and Awards Presentation
The Closing Dinner is shirt and tie for the men and cocktail attire for the ladies. |
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| 7:00am – 5:00pm |
International Truck Leasing Council (ITLC) 20 Group Meeting |
| 7:00am – 5:00pm |
Truck Leasing Advisory Council (TLAC) 20 Group Meeting |
| 7:00am – 5:00pm |
Private Truck Leasing Network (PTLN) 20 Group Meeting |
