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Call For Speakers

Region IV of the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) is extending an invitation to those interested in presenting a session at the 2011 Professional Development Conference (PDC). As always, topics submitted should serve to advance the fields of safety and health, address key issues, improve professional skills and/or address emerging challenges.

2011 Region IV Professional Development Conference

February 3-4, 2011 - Orlando, Florida

The mission of the conference is to provide a first-class event for safety professionals to learn about key issues, prepare for upcoming challenges and improve their professional skills and knowledge.

Important information for today's safety & health professional!

Your responsibilities as a safety and health professional are expanding in today's society. To meet these new responsibilities, you need new skills and knowledge. This conference advances your skills and knowledge in exciting ways. Enjoy this opportunity to meet and master your new responsibilities!

Location

The conference will be held at the Embassy Suites Orlando - Downtown hotel, which is conveniently situated in the heart of picturesque downtown. Orlando is a magical place for a conference and the Embassy Suites hotel offers style, comfort and convenience.

Accommodations

Rooms (suites) have been set aside at the Embassy Suites Hotel for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights at a special conference rate of $139 per night, which includes complimentary Internet access and a full breakfast. You can make a reservation over the phone by calling the hotel at 407-841-1000. Be sure to reference the “American Society of Safety Engineers” room block to receive the special room rate!

Educational Sessions

This year's educational program will consist of two general sessions and multiple sets of concurrent sessions over two days featuring experts who share their expertise on the latest topics including:

  • Leading-edge safety and health programs
  • New regulatory and legal standards
  • New practices used by leading companies

Vendor Exposition

During the conference, there will be ample opportunity to meet with local and regional vendors at our vendor exposition. This is a fantastic opportunity to find out about new products and services in the safety and health field.

Sponsorships

Take advantage of the great sponsorship opportunities available. Helping to sponsor the Safety and Health Conference gives a company tremendous exposure during one of the largest gatherings of health and safety professionals in the Southeast. Each sponsor will receive recognition during the Opening General Sessions, in the conference program, on the ASSE Region IV web site and in future marketing materials. There are also opportunities to provide advertisements in the form of door prizes, tote bags, notebooks, pens, etc. For more information contact Michael Belcher at 770-937-7379.