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  Conference DVDs with all materials and recordings of sessions will be mailed to all full conference attendees by June 1, 2013    

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NPELRA's 42nd Annual Training Conference

Theme:  "The Wild, Wild West - the Changing Landscape of Labor Relations"
 

April 7 - 11, 2013
San Antonio

Westin Riverwalk


                                                                                    

 
       

Questions?

Contact us
TOLL FREE (877) 673-5721

or at

info@npelra.org

 

Future Dates: 

2014:   4/27 - 4/30
           Scottsdale, AZ

 

 

 

Previous ATC's 

2013

   April 7 - 11, 2013 - San Antonio, TX
   Brochure

2012
  April 15 - 19, 2012 - Orlando, FL
  Brochure

2011
  March 20 - 23, 2011 - San Diego, CA
  Brochure

2010
  April 25 - 28 - New Orleans, LA
 
Brochure

2009 
  April 5 - 8  -  San Antonio, TX
  
Brochure

2008 
  April 13 - 17 - Clearwater Beach, FL
  
Brochure 

 

Conference Information

This year the conference will be THREE FULL DAYS of sessions that offer real world insights, current and emerging trends with effective ways to implement innovative ideas. You'll have 33 sessions to choose from that will cover a wide range of topics for rebuilding for future success.

Now more than ever you need to update your labor relations and HR skills so that you and your agency can be up to date on how to handle these difficult times. This conference will provide excellent networking and professional development opportunities.  Learn from the leading labor relations & human resources experts.

Conference Highlights:

 
  • Pre-conference Workshops
  • Three Full Days of Sessions & Workshops
  • 33 educational sessions
  • Networking
  • Products and Services Expo
  • Post-conference Workshop
     
The full conference registration fee includes:  all conference sessions, conference material, bag and  flashdrive containing session material and other gifts; post conference CD-rom; continental breakfast on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday; Monday & Wednesday luncheons; Sunday's Welcome Reception - 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm (light hors d'oeuvres); if you are a first time attendee the Sunday First Timers' Reception - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm (light hors d'oeuvres); Monday's State PELRA's Sponsored Reception - TBD; and Tuesday Nights Reception - 6:30pm - 9:30pm.

Conference fees:

One-Day Registration (includes program session for the day chosen, continental breakfast & conference note taking booklet): 

    Member
Rate:
Non-Member
Rate:
 
  Mon. April 8 ($279) ($449) *includes Monday Luncheon
  Tues. April 9 ($279)  ($449) *includes Tuesday Night Reception
  Wed. April 10 ($279) ($449) *includes Wednesday Luncheon

Sunday, April 15:

  Annual Golf Tournament & Luncheon - (Separate Registration $85) 
  Academy I - "The Foundation of Labor Relations" (8:00 am - 4:00 pm)
(Separate Registration $249/$399)
  Pre-Conference Workshop - (1:00 pm - 4 pm) "Managing the Marginal Employee - Western Ways in Changing Behavior & Improving Performance"  (Separate Registration $99)

Mon. April 8 - Wed. April 10 -- Three full days of sessions

Member Rates:

  • $559 Early Bird Postmarked on or before 1/11/13
  • $629 Postmarked 1/12/13 - 3/1/13
  • $709 Postmarked after 3/1/13

Non-member Rate:

  • $899

Thurs. April 11

  Post Conference Workshop: "Preventing Workplace Harassment, Discrimination & Retaliation"
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore

(9:00 am - 12:00 pm)  (Separate Registration $99)

Hotel:

 

The Westin Riverwalk

420 West Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

(210) 224-6500  
Reservations:  (888) 627-8396

Click here for online reservations.

 
Group Rate:  $189
Deadline:  3/14/13
 
 

Guests:

Family members and/or guests are welcome to attend these social events:
(Separate registration required.)

     Sunday, Welcome Reception:  $40
     Tuesday Night Reception:  $80


Recommended Dress:

Business casual.

Program Material:

You will be able to access session handouts before and during the conference.  Be sure to check the website before the conference to download the material for the sessions you plan to attend.  Also, at the conference you will receive a flashdrive with all the program material.

Accessibility and Special Needs:

This conference is accessible to people with disabilities.  Please let us know of any specific request.  Also, if you have any special dietary requests or other needs.  If you wish to discuss reasonable accommodations, please contact NPELRA at 877-673-5721. 

Who Should Attend:

Labor relations and human resources professionals who are supervisors, managers or who represent management in the public sector, inclusive of cities, counties, courts, school districts, special districts, state agencies and other public sector entities.

Cancellation and Refund Policy:

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing and received by March 15, 2013, to qualify for a refund.  A $75 administrative fee will be deducted.  Cancellations received after March 15, 2013, are non-refundable.  No-shows are non-refundable.  One registration transfer is allowed per registration provided they have the same membership status.  Each additional registration transfer will be assessed a $75 administrative fee. 

Future Conferences:

2014 - 427 - 4/30 The Doubletree Resort by Hilton, Scottsdale, AZ 85250

  

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