Pulse August 2015 | Page 40

2015 ISPA CONFERENCE & EXPO OCT. 19-21 THE ULTIMATE PLANNIN G GUIDE (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 36) exhibitors you plan to visit, schedule an appointment and easily connect with potential resource partners online. PACK THIS Make sure to create a packing list so you won’t forget the essentials, including business cards to pass around at every networking opportunity, media kits to share with journalists and an evening outfit so you can show up at the ISPA Farewell Party in style. PREVIEW THIS Get familiar with the 2015 ISPA Conference & Expo agenda available on attendISPA.com/attend so you can preplan the sessions and events you want to attend. Aside from industry veterans and expert speakers at this year’s Professional Development Sessions, this year’s ISPA Conference & Expo also features keynote speakers Zuckerberg Media Founder & CEO Randi Zuckerberg, 2014 Paralympic Bronze Medalist Amy Purdy and charity:water Founder Scott Harrison. Health expert Dr. Pamela Peeke, Chef Revolutionist and 2015 ISPA Alex Szekely Humanitarian Award recipient Alice Waters, and sociologist and author Bertice Berry will also be gracing this year’s General Sessions. Plus, the ISPA community will honor ISPA Dedicated Contributor Award Recipient Sharilyn Abbajay and ISPA Visionary Award Recipient Boldijarre Koronczay. DONATE TO THIS Hit two birds with one stone by donating to the ISPA Foundation Live & Silent Auctions. You will not only raise awareness for your brand by having your donated item on display in the Auction Area, but also get to support a good cause. Proceeds from the ISPA Foundation Live & Silent Auctions help to support its educational and research initiatives. ASK FOR THIS When reaching out to a prospective resource partner, inquire in advance of any “Show Special Rates” offered at the ISPA Expo. Exhibitors generally provide ISPA Conference & Expo attendees with (CONTINUED ON PAGE 40)