VAM 2009 Conference, It's a Natural
March 21 to 24, 2009
Founders Inn, Virginia Beach

We are getting excited about the conference, and hope you are too!  Registration brochures should be in mailboxes now!  For a preview of the program and event offerings, click here.* 

We would like to thank our conference sponsors: Capital Development Services, Capitol Exhibit Services, Cinebar Productions, Glave & Holmes Associates, Riggs WArd Design, Sodexo, Stumpf & Associates, and the Virginia Beach Convention and Visitor's Bureau.  Sponsorships are still available, so if you are interested, contact Margo.

Online conference registration will begin in early December.

*Program change: the Monday evening event at the Virginia Aquarium and the Contemporary Art Center will not include a boat ride as stated in the program.

Conference Assistance
We know that budgets are tight this year.  The VAM conference is an excellent way to strengthen your network of peers, and learn about trends and best practices that will increase your skill set in your current job or improve your marketability for future jobs.  If you think you might need assistance in order to attend this year's conference, check out these options:

Information on VAM Professional Scholarships and Daniel Weiskotten Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship Application Form
Volunteer Opportunities (will be posted January 2009)

For Conference Speakers

 AV request form 
Tips for Conference Sessions 
Best Practices for Good Session Handouts (provided by Omnipress)
Guidelines for Online Handouts 
Deadlines 
Speaker Orientation Guide
How-to guide for creating a great powerpoint presentation (coming soon!)