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2nd Annual Brand Building For Banks & Financial Services Conference
Sept. 08 - Sept. 09, 2008
Chicago
, IL
With hundreds of financial institutions across North America and similar product offerings rolling out every day, consumers find themselves choosing banking services with nothing more than a gut feeling about a particular brand. In a world where similar bank services are extremely ubiquitous, how can one bank compete with another for customers? The struggle for uniqueness comes with an economic downturn in 2008. The credit crunch coupled with the wave of bank conglomerates will produce an environment in which branding executives will have to prioritize in order to keep their missions on track, their marketing budgets in line, and their customers confident. This premium marcus evans event will explore how to build brand strength through knowledgeable, executive-level speakers, and cutting-edge topics to stay ahead of the competition and increase sales revenues.

The Motivation Show
Sept. 23 - Sept. 25, 2008
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
Attend The Motivation Show, where you'll find the world's largest collection of NEW ideas to improve performance, stimulate sales and reward service. Register online before Sept. 15 and your badge is just $20 ($40 at the door) at www.motivationshow.com.

Live Webcast: How Learning Management Solutions Help Meet Standards Body Compliance and Government Regulatory Requirements
Sept. 24 - Sept. 24, 2008
Online

Join Training Magazine on September 24th at 2pm EST for this free, live, interactive Web Seminar sponsored by Intelladon and hear from industry experts including a case study in the manufacturing sector, regarding how learning management solutions can help your organization maintain ISO compliance. Attend this online-only event and learn how new initiatives can help you track employee documentation to stay in compliance.

Sales & Marketing Management Virtual Trade Show
Oct. 02 - Oct. 02, 2008
Online

What are the technologies and business processes that will help your sales thrive in the new digital world? Get a real, in the field, look at the technologies and strategies you have been researching. Hear from our experts about the topics that will affect your planning. Meet virtually with different companies, ask questions and get the answers you need to make informed decisions. In conjunction with Sales & Marketing Management, this Virtual Trade Show will give sales and marketing executives the knowledge they need to evaluate a wide array of products, services, and solutions.

Training's Technology in Action Conference
Nov. 11 - Nov. 14, 2008
San Jose
, CA
Learn enterprise-level strategies and best practices for deploying effective learning technologies. Hosted by learning-tool research guru Bryan Chapman, attend to see award-winning learning—in action—first hand.

Training Magazine Institute 2008
Dec. 03 - Dec. 05, 2008
Buena Vista Palace Hotel and Spa
Orlando, FL
Training Magazine Institute brings you the most popular face-to-face skill-building certificate programs from Training magazine, including certificates for classroom training, e-learning, strategy building, and more.


September
2nd Annual Brand Building For Banks & Financial Services Conference
Sept. 08 - Sept. 09, 2008
Chicago, IL
http://www.marcusevansbb.com/BrandBuilding2008

With hundreds of financial institutions across North America and similar product offerings rolling out every day, consumers find themselves choosing banking services with nothing more than a gut feeling about a particular brand. In a world where similar bank services are extremely ubiquitous, how can one bank compete with another for customers? The struggle for uniqueness comes with an economic downturn in 2008. The credit crunch coupled with the wave of bank conglomerates will produce an environment in which branding executives will have to prioritize in order to keep their missions on track, their marketing budgets in line, and their customers confident. This premium marcus evans event will explore how to build brand strength through knowledgeable, executive-level speakers, and cutting-edge topics to stay ahead of the competition and increase sales revenues.

Fundamental Selling Techniques for the New or Prospective Salesperson
Sept. 15 - Sept. 16, 2008
Charlotte Marriott Executive Park
Charlotte, NC
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=5510#sched

Dwindling resources, a struggling economy and intensifying competition is making the life of the salesman more and more difficult. This AMA seminar, geared towards new and/or prospective salespeople, provides you with extensive knowledge and hands-on practice at becoming an effective salesman. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

Industry Trends Panel 2008
Sept. 16 - Sept. 16, 2008
Ronald Reagan Building
Washington D.C., MD
http://www.hsmai.org/Events/event.cfm?id=1415

A gathering of Washington area hoteliers to share insights on key facts, figures and trends currently affecting business. Acquire knowledge on the latest facts, figures and trends to adequately prepare yourself for marketing and budgeting plans for the upcoming fiscal year. This two-and-a-half hour seminar boasts the sharing of information imperative to your future success.

HCI's 2008 Federal Human Capital Summit
Sept. 17 - Sept. 19, 2008
Doubltree Hotel
Arlington, VA
http://www.humancapitalinstitute.org/hci/events_conference_2008_main.guid;jsessionid=660CF8287B0482298CCA4CC8144659D3

Join Government leaders and HR professionals at the 2008 Federal Human Capital Summit for a day and a half of education and networking. Join other participants for the opportunity to share insights, ideas and trends, and learn what methods of human capital management are maximizing success. Learn what has happened since the 2002 Chief Human Capital Officer (CHCO) Act and its impact on future initiatives and performances.

The PowerPoint Live User Conference
Sept. 21 - Sept. 24, 2008
San Diego, CA
http://www.betterppt.com/powerpoint_live/schedule.htm

PowerPoint presentations have become an essential aspect of all businesses: an effective PowerPoint presentation can sell even the most average of products, while a poor staging can sink the greatest of ideas. Come hone your old skills and learn some new ones at this PowerPoint tutorial geared toward making you a PowerPoint whiz. Learn all of the essential ingredients for a memorable presentation, and enjoy three days of networking at this personal, limited-enrollment conference.

5th Annual Customer Feedback Week
Sept. 22 - Sept. 25, 2008
The Westin Peachtree Plaza
Atlanta, GA
http://www.iqpc.com/ShowEvent.aspx?id=107180

Embracing and acting upon customer feedback is a major component of growth and development for any corporation. Learn how to capture, analyze and translate customer feedback into tangible product/company improvement at this conference under the guidance and leadership of speakers from Hewlett Packard, IBM, General Electric, Microsoft and many more.

The Motivation Show
Sept. 23 - Sept. 25, 2008
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
http://www.motivationshow.com

Attend The Motivation Show, where you'll find the world's largest collection of NEW ideas to improve performance, stimulate sales and reward service. Register online before Sept. 15 and your badge is just $20 ($40 at the door) at www.motivationshow.com.

Responding to Conflict
Sept. 24 - Sept. 26, 2008
Courtyard Detroit Dearborn
Dearborn, MI
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=2115

Conflict is a natural part of life, especially when working in stressful and close-quarter environments. Rather than letting conflict take control of your workplace, employees or yourself, acquire the professional skills needed to spin the negative energy into a positive and proactive force. At this seminar, learn strategies of conflict management that are bound to improve communication and performance in the office. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

Live Webcast: How Learning Management Solutions Help Meet Standards Body Compliance and Government Regulatory Requirements
Sept. 24 - Sept. 24, 2008
Online
https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/prereg/register.jsp?clientid=1530&eventid=118246&sessionid=1&key=760CAFDD7BE90CE06F992E1A416F8C0F&partnerref=TNGTNEWS

Join Training Magazine on September 24th at 2pm EST for this free, live, interactive Web Seminar sponsored by Intelladon and hear from industry experts including a case study in the manufacturing sector, regarding how learning management solutions can help your organization maintain ISO compliance. Attend this online-only event and learn how new initiatives can help you track employee documentation to stay in compliance.

2008 Advanced Employment Issues Symposium
Sept. 25 - Sept. 26, 2008
Las Vegas, NV
http://www.HRhero.com/aeis

Now in its 13th year, the 2008 Symposium will bring together 35 of the nation's most experienced and knowledgeable employment law attorneys and hundreds of HR professionals to discuss the legislative, regulatory and judicial developments that are shifting the compliance landscape for employers. HR professionals will learn about how these developments are forcing them to make changes in workplace policies on sexual, religious and racial harassment, discrimination, employee leave and FMLA, retaliation, union organizing campaigns, religious observances, wellness programs, overtime and others. Joining the faculty are leading workplace consultants and authors, such as Hal Adler from the Great Place to Work Institute and Dr. Samantha Holmes of R&D Strategic Solutions. Mr. Adler will discuss employee engagement tactics used at highly-rated workplaces like Wegmans, Container Store, and Medtronic. Dr. Holmes, an expert on employment litigation, will discuss ways that HR professionals can succeed in depositions.

October
Sales & Marketing Management Virtual Trade Show
Oct. 02 - Oct. 02, 2008
Online
Contact: elliot.markowitz@nielsen.com
http://presentations.inxpo.com/Shows/Nielsen/SMM/SMMReg/index.html

What are the technologies and business processes that will help your sales thrive in the new digital world? Get a real, in the field, look at the technologies and strategies you have been researching. Hear from our experts about the topics that will affect your planning. Meet virtually with different companies, ask questions and get the answers you need to make informed decisions. In conjunction with Sales & Marketing Management, this Virtual Trade Show will give sales and marketing executives the knowledge they need to evaluate a wide array of products, services, and solutions.

Digital PR Next Practices Summit
Oct. 03 - Oct. 03, 2008
Grand Hyatt
New York, NY
http://www.prnewsonline.com/resources/digitalprsummit.html

Listen to experts in digital communications share their ideas, insights and experiences on online communications. Learn better, more cost-effective PR plans that are assured to raise your companies profile while cutting down on costs.

BigMachines BigIdeas 2008 Customer & Industry Conference
Oct. 05 - Oct. 07, 2008
Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
Chicago, IL
http://www.sofitelchicagiwatertower.com

A forum for customers, partners, business experts and companies to join together to discuss key industry trends and best practices. If you are an executive or business manager from a high-tech, manufacturing, healthcare and/or telecommunication industry, come and learn how to improve sale cycles and improve your central management.

Professionals in Human Resources Association (PIHRA) Conference & Exhibition
Oct. 06 - Oct. 08, 2008
Long Beach Convention Center
Long Beach, CA
http://www.pihraconference.org

Given the increasing amount of attention given to strategic HR, this year's conference is entitled, Advancing the Business of HR, with the intention of "bring[ing] a respectable balance between 'compliance' and 'strategic' program components." Research shows that many executives still view their HR staff condescendingly. Given the important role HR personnel play in today's business world, speakers at this event seek to invigorate the audience with key insights to the HR profession.

Intranet 2.0 for Government Conference
Oct. 06 - Oct. 09, 2008
Washington, DC
http://www.aliconferences.com/conf/intranet_for_govt1008/index.htm

Attend this conference to learn helpful tools, tips, and techniques to leverage Web 2.0 technologies and take your organization's intranet to the next level. Hear practical advice, firsthand, on how to integrate the latest technologies into your intranet to ensure accessibility, achieve maximum employee engagement and deliver results from leading government agencies and organizations at National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Virginia Department of Transportation, U.S. Department of the Treasury, and more.

Identifying Top Performers: Interviewing Excellence for Hiring Managers
Oct. 14 - Oct. 14, 2008
Online
http://www2.betterhiresnow.com/hire/training_performance_hiring_mgrs.guid

There is a big difference between a great candidate and a top performer; your job as an interviewer is to distinguish between the two and hire the correct person. There is both an art and skill to good interviewing. Learn to improve your interviewing techniques at this AIRS seminar. Learn how to distinguish between skill sets and qualifications, good questions to ask, what to look for and many other important interview strategies. For top executives responsible for bringing new blood into the organization, learn to bring in the best blood!

Innovative Learning Conference
Oct. 14 - Oct. 16, 2008
McEnery Convention Center
San Jose, CA
http://www.ilc2008.org/

Learn pioneering education strategies and methods at this three day conference devoted to advancing student achievement. Whether you're an educator, principal, superintendent or curriculum designer, this "hands-on" event is geared toward refreshing old skill sets, while also instilling new teaching skills and innovative solutions to 21st century education challenges.

Green Marketing
Oct. 14 - Oct. 14, 2008
Grange City Hotel
London
http://www.haymarketevents.com/conferenceDetail/278/green-marketing

How does Green Marketing affect your profitability? What will the effect of Green Marketing be on your bottom line?How is Green Marketing affecting your consumer's pocket? To answer these questions, Campaign and Marketing magazines bring together marketing and brand professionals in a series of case studies to discuss and share practical insights into "greening" your campaign and how to deliver your green message.

11th Annual HR Technology Conference & Exposition
Oct. 15 - Oct. 17, 2008
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
http://www.hrtechconference.com

This year, the HR Technology Conference & Exposition focuses on the three hottest areas in HR technology: talent management, Web 2.0 and workforce analytics/planning. Especially talent management, which recent studies show is now HR's No. 1 global problem. By attending HR Technology, HR managers will get past the vendor hype, understand every nuance of the integrated suite and learn from the pioneering practitioners making it real today.

2008 Advanced Employment Issues Symposium
Oct. 16 - Oct. 17, 2008
Nashville, TN
http://www.HRhero.com/aeis

Now in its 13th year, the 2008 Symposium will bring together 35 of the nation's most experienced and knowledgeable employment law attorneys and hundreds of HR professionals to discuss the legislative, regulatory and judicial developments that are shifting the compliance landscape for employers. HR professionals will learn about how these developments are forcing them to make changes in workplace policies on sexual, religious and racial harassment, discrimination, employee leave and FMLA, retaliation, union organizing campaigns, religious observances, wellness programs, overtime and others. Joining the faculty are leading workplace consultants and authors, such as Hal Adler from the Great Place to Work Institute and Dr. Samantha Holmes of R&D Strategic Solutions. Mr. Adler will discuss employee engagement tactics used at highly-rated workplaces like Wegmans, Container Store, and Medtronic. Dr. Holmes, an expert on employment litigation, will discuss ways that HR professionals can succeed in depositions.

Leading Extraordinary Customer Service
Oct. 23 - Oct. 24, 2008
AMA New York Center
New York, NY
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=5101

Customers love good service. Whether it's not being left on hold for an eternity or simply having their questions answered in a quick and helpful fashion, good customer service is the key to acquiring and retaining clientele. Unfortunately, first-class customer service doesn't just happen; it requires a conscious realization and effort. At this conference, managers and supervisors can learn how to manage world-class service and keep their customers coming back for more. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

Fundamental Selling Techniques for the New or Prospective Salesperson
Oct. 27 - Oct. 28, 2008
Top of the Tower
Philadelphia, PA
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=5510#sched

Dwindling resources, a struggling economy and intensifying competition is making the life of the salesman more and more difficult. This AMA seminar, geared towards new and/or prospective salespeople, provides you with extensive knowledge and hands-on practice at becoming an effective salesman. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

The 2008 Global NeuroLeadership Summits
Oct. 28 - Oct. 30, 2008
The Hudson Theater and Millenium Hotel
New York, NY
https://www.regonline.com/checkin.asp?eventid=177870

Neuroleadership is a new field of study focused on bringing neuroscientific knowledge into the area of leadership development, management training, education, consulting and coaching. The 2008 NeuroLeadership Summits in Sydney and New York City will see some of the world's leading neuroscientists and leadership development experts converge to explore new models for developing effective and forward-thinking leaders while building on this emerging field. This landmark event is an absolute must for any manager or leader who wants to: Gain access to cutting-edge research into human performance, in easy to understand terms Understand and manage their own thinking better Discover how to use neuroscience inside coaching, leadership and learning programs to dramatically increase their capacity to influence change.

2008 Global NeuroLeadership Summit
Oct. 28 - Oct. 30, 2008
Hudson Theater- Millennium Broadway Hotel
New York, NY
https://www.regonline.com/checkin.asp?eventid=177870

This two-and-a-half day event is devoted to exploring new paradigms to develop the leaders of tomorrow. Come listen to some of the world's leading neuroscientists as well as some of the most successful business leaders share their insights.

November
2008 Loyalty, Incentive and Reward Expo
Nov. 02 - Nov. 04, 2008
Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate
Orlando, FL
http://www.loyaltyexpo.com/

What are your customer relationship challenges? Lack of customer data? Challenges understanding the customer data you do have? Gain understanding of how your organization can enhance your relationship building philosophies and initiatives to increase customer commitment, communication and overall customer value at this interactive forum. Share your success stores, pain points, challenges, ideas for the future and more. Thoughts, questions, goals and objectives will be voiced and seasoned industry experts will provide you with the tools needed to successfully and efficiently reach your objectives.

Training Technology in Action Conference & Awards
Nov. 11 - Nov. 14, 2008
Fairmont Hotel
San Jose, CA
http://www.trainingmagevents.com

Learn enterprise-level strategies and best practices for deploying effective learning technologies. Hosted by learning tool research guru Bryan Chapman, attend to see award-winning learning�in action and first hand. Training has partnered with E-Learning Guild to bring you the Training Technology in Action Conference and Awards as part of DevLearn 2008. The second-annual Technology in Action Awards aims to reward organizations that leverage learning technology in a big way�towards high-profile projects that produce real business results.

Training's Technology in Action Conference
Nov. 11 - Nov. 14, 2008
San Jose, CA
http://www.trainingmagevents.com/learninggroup/tia/index.jsp

Learn enterprise-level strategies and best practices for deploying effective learning technologies. Hosted by learning-tool research guru Bryan Chapman, attend to see award-winning learning—in action—first hand.

Leading Extraordinary Customer Service
Nov. 13 - Nov. 14, 2008
AMA Atlanta Center
Atlanta, GA
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=5101

Customers love good service. Whether it's not being left on hold for an eternity or simply having their questions answered in a quick and helpful fashion, good customer service is the key to acquiring and retaining clientele. Unfortunately, first-class customer service doesn't just happen; it requires a conscious realization and effort. At this conference, managers and supervisors can learn how to manage world-class service and keep their customers coming back for more. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

Responding to Conflict
Nov. 17 - Nov. 19, 2008
Westchase Hilton
Houston, TX
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=2115

Conflict is a natural part of life, especially when working in stressful and close-quarter environments. Rather than letting conflict take control of your workplace, employees or yourself, acquire the professional skills needed to spin the negative energy into a positive and proactive force. At this seminar, learn strategies of conflict management that are bound to improve communication and performance in the office. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

Social Media for Internal Communications: How To Engage Employees, Drive Change & Improve Your Bottom Line Using Blogging, Podcasting & The Latest WEB 2.0 Technologies
Nov. 17 - Nov. 20, 2008
San Francisco, CA
http://www.aliconferences.com/conf/social_media_intcomm1108/index.htm

Attend this conference to learn how to use social media for internal communications and leverage the latest interactive tools and techniques to advance your organizational goals. Hear from leading experts at Wachovia Corporation, JetBlue Airways, Eastman Kodak Company, H&R Block, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, IBM, and more, how to integrate social media technology into your communication programs to engage employees and dramatically improve internal communications.

Engaged & Loyal Brand Advocates Conference
Nov. 26 - Nov. 26, 2008
Le Meridien Piccadilly
London
http://www.customermarketingconference.com

Scrutinise best-practice techniques to harness the power and ROI of peer-to-peer, WOM and viral marketing for engaged and loyal brand advocates. Understand and utilize the full range of peer-to-peer marketing channels, track positive and negative mentions of your brand and cultivate long-term brand advocates that do your marketing for you.

December
Responding to Conflict
Dec. 01 - Dec. 01, 2008
Caesars Palace
Las Vegas, NV
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=2115

Conflict is a natural part of life, especially when working in stressful and close-quarter environments. Rather than letting conflict take control of your workplace, employees or yourself, acquire the professional skills needed to spin the negative energy into a positive and proactive force. At this seminar, learn strategies of conflict management that are bound to improve communication and performance in the office. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

Identifying Top Performers: Interviewing Excellence for Hiring Managers
Dec. 01 - Dec. 01, 2008
Online
http://www2.betterhiresnow.com/hire/training_performance_hiring_mgrs.guid

There is a big difference between a great candidate and a top performer; your job as an interviewer is to distinguish between the two and hire the correct person. There is both an art and skill to good interviewing. Learn to improve your interviewing techniques at this AIRS seminar. Learn how to distinguish between skill sets and qualifications, good questions to ask, what to look for and many other important interview strategies. For top executives responsible for bringing new blood into the organization, learn to bring in the best blood!

Training Magazine Institute 2008
Dec. 03 - Dec. 05, 2008
Buena Vista Palace Hotel and Spa
Orlando, FL
http://www.trainingmagevents.com/learninggroup/tmi/index.jsp

Training Magazine Institute brings you the most popular face-to-face skill-building certificate programs from Training magazine, including certificates for classroom training, e-learning, strategy building, and more.

Fundamental Selling Techniques for the New or Prospective Salesperson
Dec. 04 - Dec. 05, 2008
Crowne Plaza North Dallas
Dallas, TX
http://www.amanet.org/seminars/seminar.cfm?BaseSemNo=5510#sched

Dwindling resources, a struggling economy and intensifying competition is making the life of the salesman more and more difficult. This AMA seminar, geared towards new and/or prospective salespeople, provides you with extensive knowledge and hands-on practice at becoming an effective salesman. For a full list of dates and locations, please visit AMA's Web site.

CMO Summit 2008 North America
Dec. 10 - Dec. 11, 2008
San Francisco Bay Area, CA
http://www.cmocouncil.org/events/

This year's retreat, involving top marketers from leading brands across the globe, is themed "Routes to Revenue." The highly interactive forum will address how to analyze, evaluate, and pursue new routes to revenue. Every company always wants to earn more�learn how to do just that at the 2008 CMO Summit.

Business Strategies for Entrepreneurs & Small Businesses
Dec. 11 - Dec. 11, 2008
New York, NY
https://www.pmalink.org/shop/entrepreneur.aspx

If you have recently started, or soon plan on starting, your own business, this conference is the crash course on all of the important questions you need to know to successfully launch your entrepreneurial endeavor. Where will you get the capital from? How can you attract the most talented individuals to your company? What types of contracts and compensation plans should you offer your employees? Get all of these important questions and many more answered at this one-day conference.

January
PR, Social Networking and Blogging in Practice
Jan. 27 - Jan. 27, 2009
The Barbican Centre
London
http://www.prandsocialmedia.com

In a world increasingly centred around internet communication, with web 2.0 at its heart, keep your PR and communications team on the pulse to stay one step ahead. Ensure that your message is reaching your target audience in the most effective way and establish codes of engagement and realistic goals in what is an unpredictable arena. Whether you are new to social media or already an experienced user this conference is a must for any PR professional wanting to make the most of the ever-evolving, sometimes elusive social media platforms.