11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Technology Roundtable: New Trends, New Tools (optional)
This roundtable discussion will cover how new trends in technology can be used to solve real-life relocation problems. This group will identify the top issues facing relocation professionals today and then discuss how recent technology innovations, such as social networking and mobile devices, may be able to help create solutions for those issues.
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
RELOme: Live the Life of a Transferee (optional)
And now for those of you who want to experience something completely different, our popular interactive game is just for you! In this session, you’ll live the life of a relocating employee from listing a home to securing a mortgage, from visiting sites to packing and closing. Participants will experience the twists and turns of a typical family move within a corporate relocation program. Requires 3-3 ½ hours to complete.
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Global Roundtable: (optional)
It’s a world where we celebrate differences, and that means sharpening your efforts to individualize relocation policies and procedures. Discover how to do so on a global scale at this informative give-and-take roundtable session.
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Relo 101 (optional)
Efficient relocation programs, policies, and solutions to today’s challenging environment need to start with the basics, and this “101-level” session will help new relocation professionals, procurement managers and supply chain managers alike have a firm grounding in relocation policy best practices and recent trends. This session is for those new to the relocation industry or old pros who want an update on the state of the relocation policy. This is always a SIRVA University favorite that you won’t want to miss!
Winning new ideas are seldom found in article archives – they’re found by listening, talking and brainstorming with others. That’s why our roundtables are so popular, particularly this session that focuses on domestic issues.
6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Our opening evening reception will be held on the Grand Lawn of the Ritz Carlton. This celebration will include poolside cocktails, dinner, and an introduction to the SIRVA Executive team.
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
General Session: 2009 Industry Outlook
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
General Session: State of the Economy
Economist and broadcast journalist Marci Rossell is known for her skill at bringing Wall Street to Main Street: making complex business issues relevant to people’s lives, families and careers. In this entertaining and thought-provoking presentation Marci will discuss the U.S. economy, international events, and movements in capital markets that are sure to affect the relocation industry in the months and years to come.
Best-selling author of business classics, First, Break All The Rules, Now, Discover Your Strengths, The First Thing You Need to Know, and Go Put Your Strengths To Work, Marcus Buckingham is internationally-known as a motivator and mentor. His talent at inspiring people to find their strengths and obtain and sustain personal success has made him a frequent guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show and a consultant to premier companies worldwide including Microsoft, Coca-Cola, and Disney. In this dynamic and inspiring presentation, Marcus will show how his unique “strengths training” approach—focusing on the skills that make each of us unique—can lead to greater satisfaction in work and personal lives.
