IADD Annual Meeting

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		2009 IADD Annual Meeting October 1-3, 2009 Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa Savannah, GA USA
	“SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST: IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE” ANNUAL MEETING PROGRAMS
	Man can live about forty days without food, about three days without water, about eight minutes without air, but only for one second without hope. - Unknown It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is the most adaptable to change. - Charles Darwin He who cannot change the very fabric of his thought will never be able to change reality, and will never, therefore, make any progress. - Anwar Sadat
	IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE ... and you have to learn how to SURVIVE! Just because the market has tanked doesn’t mean your business has to as well. Instead of helplessly scanning the horizon for signs of rescue, you need to know how to adapt: to create order from chaos, develop new survival tools, and ride it out. We’ve scrapped our usual meeting format to provide you with two hard-hitting programs that will enable you to rebuild and recover. CPR in Today’s Brutal Economy Speaker: Jerry E. Kovach, CEO & President of Competitive Leadership Technology, Inc. Championship Prescription for Results (CPR) is a proven, practical prescription to turn around the current alarming trends of economic depression, survival downsizing, foreign outsourcing, etc. This full-day program is based on the dramatic findings and advancements of the CPR Project and features multiple presentation segments followed by participative activities to help you maximize your learning experience and get you doing more about performance improvement than you ever thought possible. Invite your whole management team to learn: The Big-5 performance categories that matter most; the difference between losers, survivors, and leaders; where your company stands. The Top-3 business practice alternatives for getting your sales up and your costs down NOW; why one dominates; how Lean Technology, 6-Sigma, and others fit in. The fallacy of subjective management. How Competitive Practices Research (CPR) makes it objective and proves what really matters in today’s competitive world. The 4 practices of “Lean Leadership” that drive performance most. How to determine what management practices need to change most in your company. Why so many plans ... with so little results ... for so many companies? How to overhaul your planning process with “Hoshin Kanri” to yield the right stuff for a future dynasty. Making plans and results happen with a comprehensive change process and one key management practice that makes it ALL happen. The vital role of performance metrics (STATS). Why are there so many companies with so much data and so little results? How to overhaul yours quickly and make STATS your most powerful weapon. Why performance doesn't matter to so many people in so many companies. How to turn them all on and get enthusiastic support with motivational reinforcement that works. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers, prizes, and a free bonus: attendees may schedule one-hour personal consulting sessions with our presenter. Recession 2009—Trick or Treat Speaker: Dr. Chris Kuehl, Managing Director, Armada Corporate Intelligence Zombie banks, a Frankenstein-inspired auto industry, and consumers that we all hope rise from the grave. October is the month of tricks and treats - the question is, which one do we get? The signs of economic recovery are showing up, but the damage has been done, and many companies are concerned about how long they can wait for the rebound. We will spend a little time on how we got here, but most of our discussion will be directed to what happens from here. Recovery in 2010, a double-dip recession, rampant inflation: what are the chances, and what do we do to prepare? Don’t miss this command follow-up performance to last year’s top-rated program and speaker. Armada Corporate Intelligence conducts detailed analyses and assessments of the business environment and competitive landscape in order to provide strategic and tactical guidance. The aim is to provide actionable intelligence that can drive overall corporate profit maximization, return on investment, market expansion and penetration, niche defenses, and more. NEW THIS YEAR!!! Ollie Bohrer Receives IADD Unsung Achievement Award In addition to the coveted PEAK Award, our Saturday night dinner will feature presentation of the newly created IADD Unsung Achievement Award. This award posthumously recognizes leaders within our association who have gone unrewarded for their significant contributions to the diemaking, diecutting and converting industry. The award is given to deceased individuals who have contributed significantly to the advancement or recognition of the industry throughout their professional lives in service to the IADD or related organizations; been a frequent contributor or organizer for presentations, workshops, publications or related events; and openly shared valuable experience with other industry members. Although they are no longer with us, their contributions live on. The IADD is pleased to announce the first recipient of the Unsung Achievement Award is Ollie Bohrer of Diansuply. Ollie may be best known for developing the Laborsaber, our industry’s first retractable jig saw, but he was also responsible for providing us with pre-cut ejection rubber, “Instant Stick” (PSA) rubber, reverse score, and embosso type. We hope you will join us and Ollie’s family on Saturday to celebrate his many contributions. Also on Saturday will be the presentation of the IADD PEAK Award, which recognizes someone who has made a unique, meaningful or emerging contribution to our industry during the past few years, clearly demonstrating Passion, Excellence, Achievement and Knowledge (PEAK). While the recipient is kept secret until the time of the presentation, we know you will want to join us in applauding this year’s innovator and popular leader.

	MEETING SCHEDULE
	Wednesday, Sep. 30 8:00AM - Noon	Executive Committee Meeting
	Thursday, Oct. 1 8:30AM - 4:30PM 6:00PM - 7:30PM 6:15PM - 8:45PM	Board of Directors Meeting Registration of Members and Guests “It’s A Jungle Out There” Welcome Event and Buffet Dinner
	Friday, Oct. 2 7:30AM 8:00AM - 12:00PM 12:00PM - 12:45PM 12:45PM - 4:00PM	Continental Breakfast Available “CPR” General Session & Chapter Presentations Lunch “CPR” General Session & Chapter Presentations
	9:30AM - 10:45AM	“I Get By With A Little Help From My Friends” Spouse Breakfast Comedian Bill Cosby said, “Through humor, you can soften some of the worst blows that life delivers. And once you find laughter, no matter how painful your situation might be, you can survive it.” What better way to “survive” a downturn than to get together and laugh with association friends?!? Join us for a delicious breakfast and the opportunity to connect with old friends and make some new, as you plan your activities and take advantage of all that Savannah has to offer.
	Saturday, Oct. 3 7:30AM 8:00AM - 12:30PM 12:30PM - 1:15PM 1:15PM - 1:25PM 1:25PM - 2:30PM 6:30PM - 7:15PM 7:15PM - 12:30AM	Continental Breakfast Available “Recession 2009” General Session & Chapter Presentations Lunch Safety Awards Business Meeting & Chapter Summary Cocktail Reception “I Will Survive” Awards Dinner & Games After the presentations have concluded, join us for some Texas Hold ’Em, Farkle, jigsaw puzzles, and other fun games.

	HOTEL AND OTHER INFORMATION
	Renew your perspective at the newly renovated and re-imagined Westin Savannah Harbor, featuring state-of-the-art amenities with Old South charm. Located in the heart of the Savannah River District, replenish at the world-renowned Greenbrier Spa, recharge with a round on the PGA golf course, or relax at our tranquil riverside oasis, with chimineas, hammocks, cabanas and more. Savannah is where you’ll find amazing architecture, spooky cemeteries and rich history—along with global sophistication, funky nightlife and fabulous food. The hotel is located 15 to 20 minutes from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. All registrants will be emailed a link to download program materials and meeting information, including sites to see, things to do, dining recommendations, hotel and shuttle information and general travel tips to help you enjoy your stay.

	REGISTRATION
	2009 IADD Annual Meeting October 1-3, 2009 - Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, Savannah, GA, USA
	Please list each name separately and circle names of first time attendees: Name_____________________________ Email _____________________________ Name_____________________________ Email _____________________________ Company____________________________________________________________ Address_____________________________________________________________ City_________________________ State/Prov____________ Zip/PC______________ Phone____________________________ Fax____________________________

	Registration fees include breakfasts, spouse breakfast, cocktail receptions and dinners.

	____ IADD Members at $595 ____ IADD Member Spouses at $295	____ Non-members at $695 ____ Non-member Spouses at $395
	YES, ____ person(s) will attend the Friday Spouse Breakfast
	We will arrive on _______________ (date) and depart on _______________ (date)

	Cancellation policy: Paid registrants who are unable to attend will receive a full refund less a $40 administrative fee if a written cancellation request is received by September 15, 2009. After that date, no refunds will be given. Substitutions are acceptable until the day of the event.
	Payment Method: ____ Check Enclosed ____ MasterCard ____ VISA ____ AMEX Card Number: ___ ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___ - ___ ___ ___ ___ Expiry Date: ___ ___ / ___ ___ ___ ___ (month/year) CVS (3-4 digits) ___ ___ ___ ___ Name on Card: ________________________________________________ ZIP/PC: _____________ Signature: ________________________________________________

	Westin Savannah Hotel Reservations: 1-800-228-3000 or online at Westin Mention you are with IADD for a special $199USD (+ resort fee) single/double room rate. ALL ROOM RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY AUGUST 29, 2009 Room block cannot be held past this date. After cut-off date, rooms are hotel availability basis only.
		American Airlines is the official carrier for this meeting. Special fares are available through your travel agent or the American Airlines website. Enter promotion code A7332AO when you make your reservations on-line.
		Avis is the official car rental company. For reservations, call 1-800-331-1600 or online at Avis and mention AWD Number J990601 to get special discounted rates.
	ONLY MEETING REGISTRATION AND ACTIVITY FEES SHOULD BE REMITTED TO THE IADD. Hotel Charges are the Responsibility of Each Registrant and are Paid at Check Out Time. Please mail completed registration form with check payments to: International Association of Diecutting and Diemaking 651 W. Terra Cotta Ave., Ste. 132, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Phone: 1-815-455-7519 Toll Free: 1-800-828-4233 Fax: 1-815-455-7510 Email: staff@iadd.org Internet: www.iadd.org If paying by credit card, you may fax registration form with completed credit card information to 1-815-455-7510. Be sure to make room reservations directly with the Westin (see above).