Five Reasons Why You Should Attend the 2010 Fund Conference
by Stacy Hobbs
Really, I could have come up with ten, but for simplicity purposes, let’s stick to the five most important reasons.
- It is in the lovely Capital City of Austin! From April 25-27, 2010, the conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel by the lovely Lady Bird Lake.
- Networking opportunities galore. The Fund boasts attendance at its conference with over 500 people from approximately 250 school districts, colleges, education service centers and other educational entities each year.
- The Fund Board has approved coverage credits for Fund members for the seventh year in a row. This year, members will receive up to $300 per program in which they participate or 50% of the contribution, whichever is less. Additional details will be provided in the conference program.
- There are over 20 educational sessions presented each year by TASB staff, expert attorneys and others with the knowledge you need!
- Conference preregistration is FREE. There are many conference opportunities throughout the year, but how many of them offer a quality educational opportunity with FREE preregistration and events? Each year the Fund Board makes it possible for this to happen for its members. So, take advantage this year and register or cancel by the published cut-off date. Attending this conference as opposed to another will save you anywhere from $300 - $700!
So, there you have it, five excellent reasons for you to attend the Fund’s annual members’ conference. There are really six reasons if you count the events and networking mentioned in number four, but who’s counting?
Additional details on the conference will go on line in late January 2010, including online registration. You will be able to sign up for the sessions and events you would like to attend. The hotel blocks tend to fill up fast, so make sure you book your room at the same time you register for the conference.
With that said, best holiday wishes and a happy new year to everyone!
