The Great Ideas Summit is THE place to network and mix it up with other industry leaders. The show is packed with networking and special events where you’ll make the connections and seal the deals that will strengthen your business.
Meet & Greet Lounge
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Since the Expo Zone and Business Club don't open until Tuesday, we figured you'd like a place to meet with your clients in a convenient and quiet location. The Meet & Greet Lounge is your networking and business meeting place on Monday!
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ERA New Member Reception (invite-only)
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Welcome new ERA members and prospects! Don’t miss the exclusive New Member Reception where you’ll meet ERA mentors, the ERA Board, the Membership Committee and ERA staff for a tremendous networking experience.
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Opening Reception
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Welcome to The Great Ideas Summit 2012! The reception will feature heavy appetizers, music, a themed drink bar and high-powered networking with your direct response colleagues. Eat, drink and dance the night away in Miami!
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FREE Networking Breakfast
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Start your day off right with a complimentary breakfast with your DR colleagues.
FREE Networking Lunch
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join us for lunch in between education sessions and meeting with the exhibitors and other attendees.
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Keynote Presentation Panel
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
ERA Education Committee Chair Karla Crawford Kerr of Hawthorne Direct will moderate a discussion featuring a panel of global leaders in the space. This is a must-attend event!
Keynote Presentation Reception
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
The Keynote Presentation at 5:00 p.m. will transition into this laid-back and refreshing happy hour. Enjoy a cocktail (or two!) while discussion the day's events.
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FREE Networking Breakfast
8:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Start your final day at the event off right with a complimentary breakfast with your DR colleagues.
FREE Networking Lunch
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
After your non-stop business meetings and education sessions, you're bound to be hungry for lunch! Enjoy and help yourself to the lunch buffet on the Show Floor.
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Closing Reception
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
All good things must come to an end. Join your newly made friends for the Closing Reception. This is your last opportunity to seal the business deals and make the connections that can fuel your 2012 business year.
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