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ATHLETIC BUSINESS SHOW22 E. MIFFLIN ST., SUITE 910MADISON, WI 53703

N E W O R L E A N S

22 E. Mifflin St., Suite 910 | Madison, WI 53703

ELEVATING FACILITIES

ENRICHING PROGRAMS

EMPOWERING LEADERS

NOV. 7-10, 2018 | NEW ORLEANS, LA • ERNEST N. MORIAL CONVENTION CENTER

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125+SEMINARS

250+EXHIBITORS

2700+ATTENDEES

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W H A T ’ S P O S S I B L ECONFERENCE: NOV. 7-10, 2018 / EXPO: NOV. 8-9, 2018

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Elevate your facility and enrich your programs in our exhibit hall packed with the latest industry solutions, and empower yourself and your staff through world-class athletic, fitness and recreation education only AB Show can provide. From the most innovative products and latest industry advancements to the basic essentials needed for day-to-day operations, “Discover What’s Possible” at AB Show 2018.

AB Show is the largest trade show in the Southeast for athletic, fitness, recreation and military professionals and is the ULTIMATE destination for those serious about the success of their programs, facilities and career.

SUSAN JACOBSONPresident/Executive Director | Sport Success

Not only did I make vital contacts that will assist us in purchasing equipment for our new facilities, the education was very beneficial as well. Having spent most of my career in one sport, it was great to get the perspective of being singly responsible for many. I also had some great conversations that have led to some more directed dialogue and direction with our City Administration.

DISCOVER WHAT’S POSSIBLE IN NEW ORLEANSCONFERENCE: NOV. 7-10 | EXPO: NOV. 8-9

Tuesday, Nov. 64:00pm-6:00pm – Registration

Wednesday, Nov. 77:00am-6:00pm – Registration7:00am-3:00pm – AB Show Golf Classic at TPC Louisiana* 7:30am-5:00pm – Facility Tours and Workshops*5:00pm-6:00pm – First-Timers’ Reception5:00pm-7:00pm – Military Reception

Thursday, Nov. 8 7:00am-6:00pm – Registration8:00am-10:45am – Seminars 11:00am-11:50am – Keynote: Lessons of a Frogman:

Business Leadership I Learned as a SEAL – Randy Hetrick

12:00pm-5:00pm – Exhibit Hall Grand Opening4:30pm-6:00pm – Seminars 8:00pm-11:00pm – Welcome Reception at Generations Hall

Friday, Nov. 96:15am-5:30pm – Registration6:30am-8:00am – Early-Morning Workout in Exhibit Hall8:00am-10:45am – Seminars11:00am-12:15pm – Keynote: The Obstacle Is the Way –

Ryan Holiday12:30pm-4:30pm – Exhibit Hall Open2:30pm-3:30pm – Happy Hour in Exhibit Hall4:00pm-5:15pm – Seminars 6:00pm-8:00pm – Facilities of Merit Reception at

Tomas Bistro

Saturday, Nov. 10 7:45am-12:00pm – Registration8:30am-11:45am – Seminars

AB SHOW 2018 SCHEDULEERNEST N. MORIAL CONVENTION CENTER | NEW ORLEANS, LA

TRENDING AT AB SHOW

RANDY HETRICK: CEO/FOUNDER OF TRX Thursday, Nov. 8 | 11:00am-11:50amLessons of a Frogman: Business Leadership I Learned as a SEAL

RYAN HOLIDAY: AUTHOR, MARKETER & ENTREPRENEUR Friday, Nov. 9 | 11:00am-12:15pmThe Obstacle Is the Way

NOT ONE, BUT TWO KEYNOTES

15TH ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC Wednesday, Nov. 7 Shotgun start at 8:30amBack by popular demand, our pre-event golf outing unites attendees, exhibitors and AB staff through a day of golf and camaraderie at one of the Southeast’s best courses, TPC Louisiana.

TRENDING + SHOW SCHEDULE

MILITARY RECEPTIONWednesday, Nov. 7 5:00pm-7:00pmExclusive for our military attendees, this pre-event networking reception will provide an intimate setting to network with your peers and meet with industry leaders.

*Wednesday pre-conference activities require advanced registration. Additional fees may apply.

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WELCOME RECEPTIONThursday, Nov. 8 8:00pm-11:00pmJoin us for a fantastic night of music, dancing, New Orleans-inspired food and beverages, and networking. Free to all full-conference attendees. Additional tickets can be purchased.

FACILITIES OF MERIT RECEPTIONFriday, Nov. 9 6:00pm-8:00pm Join the Athletic Business staff in honoring the 2018 Facility of Merit winners. Hear about the projects and meet with the owners, managers, architects and consultants involved. Free to all full-conference attendees.


LEADERSHIP, PEOPLE MANAGEMENT& PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

THURSDAY, NOV. 8

8:00am-9:15amEssential, Indispensable, Vital, Crucial, Fundamental! Redefining Your OrganizationLisa Paradis

9:30am-10:45amEmployee Engagement Comes Before Customer EngagementRuby Newell-Legner

4:30pm-5:45pmRecognition Programs that Won’t Break the Bank, But Keep Your Team EnergizedSheryl Bindelglass

FRIDAY, NOV. 9

8:00am-9:15amBe a Game Changer Jamie Sabbach

9:30am-10:45amStress Happens: How to Tame It and Enjoy LifeJuliene Hefter

4:00pm-5:30pmOrganizational Culture: Understanding and Influencing HOW We Do Our Work Maureen McGonagle

SATURDAY, NOV. 10

10:15am-11:45amThe Power of PauseJarrod Scheunemann & LoriKay Paden

EMERGING LEADERS (NEW MANAGERS)

THURSDAY, NOV. 8

8:00am-9:00amHelp they Promoted Me to SupervisorSheryl Bindelglass

4:30pm-5:45pmFrom New Hire to All-Star Team MemberChris Stevenson

FRIDAY, NOV. 9

8:00am-9:15amWho’s Who in Your Zoo!Kevin Paes & Cheryl Wauthier

9:30am-10:45amHow New Managers Get Their Boss to Say YesJordan Shenker

4:00pm-5:00pmHow to Run Staff Meetings that WorkJustin Tamsett

SATURDAY, NOV. 10

8:30am-9:45amMetrics and Measures and Outcomes, Oh My!Jordan Shenker

FITNESS CENTER MANAGEMENT

THURSDAY, NOV. 8

8:00am-9:00amSuccess Strategies of Ultra High PerformersChantal Brodrick

9:30am-10:30amStealing Studio Strategies for Group X SuccessMarisa Hoff

4:30pm-5:45pmPractical Assessments for Exercise ProfessionalsAnthony Wall

FRIDAY, NOV. 9

8:00am-9:00amAround the Fitness Business World in 60 MinutesJustin Tamsett

9:30am-10:45am“Driving Profitability” – How to Make More Money in the Fitness IndustryKevin Steele

4:00pm-5:00pmThe Gym of 2020: Insight on Current and Future Technology/Digital Fitness ProductsDavid Shaw

SATURDAY, NOV. 10

8:30am-9:45amEnhancing Your Personal Training ProgramBrian Soileau

10:15am-11:30amTrends Affecting the Industry Bill McBride

AQUATIC PROGRAMMING & MANAGEMENT

THURSDAY, NOV. 8

8:00am-9:15amWhere Have All the Lifeguards Gone? Addressing the National Lifeguard ShortageGeorge Deines

9:30am-10:30amADA in Aquatics: A 360 ViewJustin Caron & Dave Denniston

4:30pm-6:00pmFive Areas Where Aquatics Must ChangeGeorge Deines

FRIDAY, NOV. 9

8:00am-9:00amThere Is No Place Like the Pool: Universally Appealing Watertainment and WellnessCraig Bouck & Douglass Whiteaker

9:30am-10:30amMy Aging Aquatic Facility – Should I Renovate or Replace?Arash Izadi, Justin Caron & Darin Barr

SATURDAY, NOV. 10

8:30am-10:00amAquatic Programming for Success: The Ebbs and FlowsSara Kooperman

MILITARY SPORTS & FITNESSTHURSDAY, NOV. 88:00am-9:15amHolistic Health: “ThEaMo” – Providing Mind/Body and Nutrient Opportunities to Our PatronsMichael Mantell

9:30am-10:45amFunctional Training and Conditioning – A Practical ApproachAnthony Wall

4:30pm-5:30pmAn Idea a Minute: New Programming and Marketing IdeasModerated by U.S. Army staff

FRIDAY, NOV. 98:00am-9:15amSupplement Safety for the DoDSpeaker TBD

9:30am-10:45amLiability of Installation-Sponsored Sports EventsSpeaker TBD

4:00pm-5:30pmSports Field and Grounds MaintenanceSpeaker TBD

COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY

THURSDAY, NOV. 88:00am-9:15amCollegiate Recreation: A Cornerstone for Integrated Well-BeingStacy Connell & Chris Wise

9:30am-10:45amThe Connected Campus: Creating a Smart and Happy CommunityCaroline Dotts & Michael Edwards

FRIDAY, NOV. 98:00am-9:15amEmbezzlers, Swindlers and Thieves, Oh My!Maureen McGonagle

9:30am-10:45amPanel: Collegiate Recreation Programming for Student SuccessModerated by Diane Dahlmann with Emily McElwain, Maureen McGonagle & Daniel Shipp

4:00pm-5:15pmBuilding Rockstar TeamsSteven Trotter

SATURDAY, NOV. 1010:15am-11:15amCustomer Service for the Texting and Selfie GenerationCeleste Siggers

FACILITY PLANNING & DESIGN

THURSDAY, NOV. 88:00am-9:15amMaster Planning Collegiate Recreation Facilities: The Foundation to a Successful Programming and Feasibility StudyErik Kocher & Dan Sullivan

The Goldilocks Principle: How to Right Size Your Public Recreation CenterCraig Bouck & Mick Massey

9:30am-10:30amChoosing the Right Path: How to Work with Your ArchitectDavid Larson & Tim Casai

9:30am-10:45amPeering into the Future: What Recreation Facilities May Look Like in 2030Troy Sherrard & Allen Schaffer

4:30pm-6:00pmPanel: Fad or Fixture? Innovations in College and Community Recreation and Aquatic Center Design and Programming. Five Professionals. Five Viewpoints.Moderated by David Body with Katie Barnes, Steve Crocker, Michael Edwards, Erik Kocher & Lisa Paradis

FRIDAY, NOV. 98:00am-9:00amWell, Well, Well: A New Perspective on Facility Design Using the WELL Building StandardJ. Lynn Reda & Gavin Myers

8:00am-9:15amTechnology Trends in Recreation CentersColleen McKenna & Karl Leabo

9:30am-10:45amInclusivity in Campus Facilities… Yesterday, Today and TomorrowLindsey Peckinpaugh & Chris Kastelic

The Changing World of Sports SurfacingRobert Johnston

4:00pm-5:00pm Facilities of Merit Panel: Project Tips from the 2018 WinnersModerated by AB editors with five facility winners

SATURDAY, NOV. 108:30am-9:30amSafety and Security! Big Topics in Today’s Planning and DesignJohnny Boyd

YOUR EVERYDAY CHALLENGES SOLVED: OUR 2018 EDUCATIONAL LINEUP (More info available at abshow.com/earlybird)

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8:30am-9:45am Remodel-Renovate-Expand: Obstacles and OpportunitiesStephen Springs & Jim Browne

10:15am-11:30amMistakes, Mistakes, MistakesJack Patton & Nathan Harris

FACILITY OPERATIONS & SECURITY

THURSDAY, NOV. 8

8:00am-9:15amIt CAN Happen to You. Is Your Facility Prepared for an Active Shooter Emergency?Kelsi McNutt & Austin Tasler

9:30am-10:45amRecreation Center Roundtable – Maintenance and SecurityKen Ballard, Darin Barr & Jeff King

4:30pm-5:45pmWhat Is Holding You Back from Operating Your Recreation Center Effectively?Ken Ballard & Jeff King

FRIDAY, NOV. 9

8:00am-9:15amThe $15 Billion Youth Sports Boom: Implications on TourismDev Pathik

4:00pm-5:30pmSurveys and Strategic Planning on a Dime – Keep It Simple! (KISS)Maddie Kelly & Jarrod Scheunemann

SATURDAY, NOV. 10

10:15am-11:15amFitness Operations Management – It’s Going to Cost Me How Much?!?Steven Trotter

PROGRAMMING, MARKETING & CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

THURSDAY, NOV. 8

8:00am-9:15amIt’s All About the ExperienceChris Stevenson

9:30am-10:30amThe Fittest on Turf: Programming, Designing and Maintaining Turf Fitness AreasLaurie Braden & Paul Joran

4:30pm-5:30pm“Your Brand” – Who Are You and What Do You Stand For? Kevin Steele

FRIDAY, NOV. 9

8:00am-9:15amWellness Programming for Micro Markets!Casey Conrad

9:30am-10:45amCustomers with Disabilities: An Untapped Market Ruby Newell-Legner & Donna Mack

4:00pm-5:00pmLessons in Customer ServiceKevin Paes and Cheryl Wauthier

SATURDAY, NOV. 10

8:30am-9:30amThe Secret Language of Seniors: Marketing to the 55+ PopulationCosmo Wollan

SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL MARKETING

THURSDAY, NOV. 89:30am-10:45amHow to Monetize Your Social Media EffortsCasey Conrad

4:30pm-5:45pmFacebook and Your Business: The Keys to SuccessMarisa Hoff

FRIDAY, NOV. 99:30am-10:30amSimple Social Success: Social 365 FormulaDebra Atkinson

SATURDAY, NOV. 108:30am-9:45amPins, Posts and Tweets with PurposeDebra Atkinson

STEP UP YOUR GAME WITH TWO IMPACTFUL KEYNOTES

RANDY HETRICK: Thursday, Nov. 8 | 11:00am-11:50amLESSONS OF A FROGMAN: BUSINESS LEADERSHIP I LEARNED AS A SEALAs a Navy SEAL, Stanford MBA graduate, bootstrap entrepreneur and CEO of TRX, Randy Hetrick learned a lot of lessons on team leadership, entrepreneurial

mindset and the power of belief in one’s team and in oneself. Get ready to laugh, learn and be inspired by one of our industry’s true entrepreneurs and brand builders as he shares the most important things he’s learned about startups, leadership and life.

RYAN HOLIDAY: Friday, Nov. 9 | 11:00am-12:15pmTHE OBSTACLE IS THE WAY“The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.” – Marcus Aurelius. Award-winning author, Ryan Holiday, will focus on how to put this principle outlined by Aurelius into practice by

examining the success stories of historical icons such as John D. Rockefeller, Amelia Earhart and Steve Jobs — outliers whose accomplishments are due less to luck or skill than to an obstinate determination to see opportunity instead of opposition. Holiday boils this philosophy down into a simple formula for overcoming frustrations and turning adversity into advantage.

THREE CONFERENCES FOR THE PRICE OF ONE

The Medical Fitness Association Conference focuses exclusively on medically integrated health and fitness, and will provide the latest information on building, operating, marketing, programming and staffing your medical fitness facility.

The National Alliance for Youth Sports Congress addresses important topics in the field of youth sports. Learn from experts, network with peers and discover the best ways to impact young lives through sports and an active lifestyle.

Faith & Fitness Magazine will hold its Redefined Conference in conjunction with AB Show. The conference delivers ideas, resources and contacts to help attendees truly integrate programs and services into their fitness business that meet the deeper spiritual needs of members.

Access to partner co-located seminars is included with all AB Show full conference registrations.


TAKE YOUR AB SHOW EXPERIENCE

Motivation, Inspiration and Manipulation: Creating and Leading Teams to Leave Lasting ImprintsJudson Laipply Wednesday, Nov. 7, 8:00am-11:30amTeam building requires people who are engaged, recognized, motivated and inspired; people who can challenge, transform and be accountable. This interactive session will make you think -- creatively and critically -- so you can motivate and inspire those around you to get on the bus that’s headed toward your organization’s vision and mission.

Get Your Financial House in Order Lisa Paradis & Jamie Sabbach Wednesday, Nov. 7, 9:00am-12:00pmAre you convinced that your organization’s financial condition is healthy and stable? As we continue to experience economic uncertainty, that’s simply not a yes or no question any longer. Content and conversation will focus on our efforts to best manage our fiscal resources and how this sets the stage for organizational resilience in the best and worst of times.

Forecasting the Recreation Center of Our Future Jack Patton & Nathan Harris Wednesday, Nov. 7, 1:00pm-5:00pmJoin us for an activity-based seminar (blocks, models, VR, sketches, break-outs, etc.) and brainstorming session where you will collectively consider and craft a recreation center for the future. Consider the profound influences, tremendous opportunities, generational impact and coolest features that might soon be commonplace.

Time Management and Delegation Tactics to Make You More Successful Ruby Newell-Legner Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2:00pm-5:00pmAre you so busy that you don’t have time to even think about your ambitions? Are there lingering goals left undone? How about starting off with a new game plan to be more productive and organized? This session offers a common-sense approach to finding more time in your day, to be more productive and to delegate more efficiently – and help you become more successful!

P R E - C O N F E R E N C E W O R K S H O P S :

P E E R - T O - P E E R R O U N D T A B L E S

Gather with your peers to find solutions to your most difficult challenges. Learn more at abshow.com/earlybird

P R E - C O N F E R E N C E T O U R S :

Exclusive tours and behind-the-scenes look at Louisiana’s most innovative facilities.• LSU | Wednesday, Nov. 7, 7:30am-3:30pm

• JCC & Ochsner Fitness | Wednesday, Nov. 7, 1:00pm-5:00pm

INNOVATION STATION

TECHNOLOGYPAVILLION

NEW EXHIBITOR PAVILLION

FREE-THROWAREA

NAYS PAVILLION

MFA PAVILLION

ATTENDEE PROFILE

15%

COLLEGE/ UNIVERSITY

20%

PARKS AND REC

19%

HEALTH CLUBS

9%

PRIVATE FACILITY

9%

MILITARY

6%

ARCHITECTURE CONSULTANT

22%

OTHER INDUSTRY PROS

Data as of 12/17

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250+ EXHIBITORS.2 ACTION-PACKED DAYS.1 HIGH-INTENSITY EVENT.Come “Discover What’s Possible” from more than 250 exhibitors showcasing thousands of new products and services to take your programs and facilities to the next level. Our exhibit hall is designed with you in mind. Our massive show floor unites thousands of global attendees representing every corner of the athletic, fitness and recreation industry. AB Show brings you the solutions you need and the connections you want.

DEMO STAGE

EARLY-BIRD(FEBRUARY 2 - JULY 20)

REGULAR(JULY 21 - OCTOBER 22)

LATE(OCTOBER 23 - NOVEMBER 10)

EXPOPLUS PASS Includes Expo, early-morning workout, keynotes and one AB seminar on Friday, Nov. 9 from 9:30am-10:45am. CEUs not available with this option.

$25 $25 $25

EXPO PASSIncludes Expo, early-morning workout and keynotes.

FREE! FREE! FREE!

FULL-CONFERENCE Includes Expo, all seminars, AB receptions, keynotes, early-morning workout and a link to seminar handouts. You will have the option to purchase CEUs, workshops, tours, golf and Peer-to-Peer Roundtables.

To receive multi-attendee discount, attendees from the same organization must register at the same time and pay with one credit card.

$399 first person

$299 per person for 2nd and 3rd person from same organization

$99 each for 4th person and more from same organization

$449 first person



$549 first person



SINGLE DAY (Thursday or Friday)Includes Expo and that day’s education and special events.

MILITARY (current active duty or civilian employee of Armed Forces)Includes Expo, all seminars, AB receptions, keynotes, early-morning workout and a link to seminar handouts. You will have the option to purchase CEUs, workshops, tours, golf and Peer-to-Peer Roundtables.

$285 $285 $285

STUDENT (must present copy of Student ID)Includes Expo, all seminars, AB receptions (must be 21 to attend), keynotes, early-morning workout and a link to seminar handouts. You will have the option to purchase CEUs, workshops and tours.

$150 $150 $150

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