55th U.S. Annual Employee Benefits Conference

   Sunday, November 08 - Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, FL

Education for Today’s Environment

The 55th Annual Employee Benefits Conference is your unmatched option for education. This grand-scale event offers over 175 focused sessions addressing topics important to those who serve multiemployer and public employee benefit plans.

The conference provides opportunities for collaboration and networking, as well as an environment that builds a sense of pride and unity. You’ll value conversations that inspire you to think creatively in a new economy, sessions that help answer the questions you’re facing, workshops that provide new strategies for success and, most importantly, ideas that will save your fund money in the short and long term.

Industry thought leaders will guide you as you attempt to sail smoothly through uncharted waters. Peer connections in the benefits world will prove invaluable as you share experiences and successful ideas.

Attending this conference will give you what you need to be successful today and into the future.

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Featured Guest Speakers

Ken Dychtwald, Ph.D.
President and CEO
Age Wave

Ken Dychtwald, Ph.D., is widely considered North America’s foremost visionary and original thinker regarding the lifestyle, marketing, health care and workforce implications of the “age wave.” He is a psychologist... [more]

A. Gary Shilling, Ph.D.
President
A. Gary Shilling & Co.

A. Gary Shilling, Ph.D., is president of A. Gary Shilling & Co., Inc. In addition to his forecasting record, portfolio management and columnfor Forbes, he is also known for his well-received books andinvestment strategies... [more]

Steve Gilliland, CSP
President
Steve Gilliland, Inc.

Steve Gilliland, a talented speaker and author, has an appeal that transcends barriers of age, culture and occupation. In typical Steve style, filled with wisdom, wit and passion, he provides a wealth of practicalinsights into... [more]

About Orlando

Arrive early, stay late, pack your evenings with great times… Just don’t go home without having some fun! Enjoy championship golf courses, world-class spas, superb restaurants, captivating museum exhibitions and performing arts, and more than 1,200 retail shops, you’ll find entertainment options that will be a thrill for any age.

Book your Hotel Early—The popularity of Orlando attractions can make it hard to get a great rate on top hotels. The International Foundation has secured special rates at a wide selection of area hotels. Be sure to make your hotel arrangements through the Foundation to get these rates. The most popular hotels are expected to sell out quickly. Register now for the best selection.

Conference Schedules

Preconferences (workshop details)

  • Saturday, November 7, 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 
  • Sunday, November 8, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 

Annual Conference (download brochure [PDF])

  • Sunday, November 8, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
  • Monday, November 9, 7:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m. 
  • Tuesday, November 10, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 
  • Wednesday, November 11, 7:30-11:45 a.m.

Exhibit Hall (see detailed info)

  • Sunday, November 8, 12 noon-4:30 p.m.
  • Monday, November 9, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 10, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
 

Current Brochure

Includes preconference information. [PDF]

Download the current Annual Conference brochure. (PDF)

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Important Dates

Conference: Nov. 8-11
Registration Opens: Nov. 6
Preconference Dates: Nov. 7-8
Exhibit Hall: Nov. 8-10
Early Registration Deadline: Sept. 25
Hotel Reservation Deadline: Oct. 1

Who Should Attend

  • Multiemployer trustees and administrators
  • Public sector plan trustees, administrators and staff
  • Attorneys
  • Accountants
  • Actuaries
  • Investment managers
  • Others who serve benefit trust funds

Session Topics

  • Fiduciary Responsibilities
  • Health/Welfare
  • Pension
  • Investments
  • Communication
  • Administration and Technology
  • Training and Education
  • Public Plans
  • Fund Advisors—Accountants
  • Fund Advisors—Attorneys

Additional Information

Program Content
Cathy Zacher (262) 373-7640 or cathyz@ifebp.org

Exhibits or Sponsorship
Cheryl Hyslop at (262) 373-7657 or cherylh@ifebp.org

Registration Information

  Member Nonmember
Through 9/25/2009 $1,125.00 Members Only
After 9/25/2009 $1,255.00 Members Only

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