NTCA Annual Meeting & EXPO.Sheraton New Orleans Sheraton New Orleans, located at 500 Canal Street in the Central Business District of New Orleans, Louisiana, is a 48-story, 479 feet (146 m)-tall skyscraper. and Marriott New Orleans New Orleans (ôr`lēənz –lənz, ôrlēnz`), city (2006 pop. 187,525), coextensive with Orleans parish, SE La., between the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain, 107 mi (172 km) by water from the river mouth; foundedFebruary 10-13, 2008 New Orleans, Louisiana NTCA's Annual Meeting & EXPO will capture the spirit of New Orleans. Take part in cutting-edge seminars, informative workshops and the industry's premier trade show, EXPO '08. Hear about the future of rural telecom from industry leaders and experts. Enjoy great networking opportunities, as you experience the sights, sounds and the historic rebirth of New Orleans. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] General Sessions The opening general session will feature invited guest Sen. Mary Landrieu Mary Loretta Landrieu (born November 23, 1955) is the Senior Democratic United States senator from the state of Louisiana, as well as the first, and as of 2007, only woman from that state to be elected to the Senate. (D-La.), who has been a strong and effective voice for the state of Louisiana CODE, OF LOUISIANA. In 1822, Peter Derbigny, Edward Livingston, and Moreau Lislet, were selected by the legislature to revise and amend the civil code, and to add to it such laws still in force as were not included therein. . Also during this session, invited speaker Meredith Attwell Baker, deputy assistant secretary for communications and information and deputy administrator for the National Telecommunications and Information Administration The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is an agency of the United States Department of Commerce that serves as the President's principal adviser on telecommunications policies pertaining to the United States' economic and technological , will share her industry expertise on disaster planning disaster planning - disaster recovery . Additionally, a panel of experts will discuss how disaster planning can help save companies and communities when natural disasters and emergencies hit. During the second general session, FCC (1) (Federal Communications Commission, Washington, DC, www.fcc.gov) The U.S. government agency that regulates interstate and international communications including wire, cable, radio, TV and satellite. The FCC was created under the U.S. Commissioner Jonathan Adelstein will address regulatory issues facing the commission that impact NTCA NTCA National Telecommunications Cooperative Association NTCA National Telephone Cooperative Association NTCA National Tile Contractors Association NTCA National Token Collectors Association NTCA Northern Territory Cattlemen's Association members. Lowell Catlett, Ph.D., a notable telecom futurist and internationally known expert on commodity and future markets, will close out the general session presentations with remarks on technologies and their implications on the way we live and work. Telco GMs/CEOs NTCA delivers learning and networking opportunities for telco general mangers/CEOs. Participate in special sessions on policy and exclusive seminars and workshops on issues important to telco general managers and directors. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Seminar Certificate Programs Choose from 14 seminars held on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday for telco managers, owners and directors. Take advantage of as many as four topics, including economic development, opportunities for local programming and advertising, broadband's next evolution and video. Pre-registration for seminars is required. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Workshops On Tuesday and Wednesday, attendees may select from a variety of complimentary workshops. No registration is necessary. Look for detailed workshop topics in an upcoming meeting update. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Welcome to New Orleans! Between the hot jazz and the Creole cuisine from Canal Street Canal Street may refer to:
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] EXPO '08 EXPO '08 showcases premier manufacturers and service providers to rural independent telcos that grow and maintain advanced telecommunications networks. NTCA will host an exclusive preview luncheon and open house on Tuesday, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., for managers/CEOs. The EXPO open house will be available to all attendees later in the day on Tuesday 4:30-6:00 p.m. On Wednesday morning, the association will host a continental breakfast for all EXPO attendees. To exhibit, go to www.ntca.org and click on EXPO 08'. Hot Technologies '08 Stop by to see the industry's latest innovations. On Tuesday morning and afternoon, 20 exhibitors will give presentations on their specific products and services. Refer to the meeting program for the list of company participants. Foundation for Rural Service Fund-Raising Events Hit the green along with FRS FRS abbr. Fellow of the Royal Society FRS, n “flexed rotated side-bent,” an osteopathic abbreviation used to describe vertebral position in cases of spinal dysfunction. ! Join the golf outing at Stonebridge Golf Club of New Orleans. Just minutes from downtown, this course showcases the canals and bayous, reptiles and waterfowl waterfowl, common term for members of the order Anseriformes, wild, aquatic, typically freshwater birds including ducks, geese, and screamers. In Great Britain the term is also used to designate species kept for ornamental purposes on private lakes or ponds, while in that characterize this unique experience for golfers of all skill levels. Stonebridge exhibits a links-style course design, featuring more than 100 sand traps along pristine fairways and beautiful greens. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Experience the celebration. Experience Mardi Gras Mardi Gras (mär`dē grä), last day before the fasting season of Lent. It is the French name for Shrove Tuesday. Literally translated, the term means "fat Tuesday" and was so called because it represented the last opportunity for ! Take a tour of Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World, where floats come to life, and partake in Verb 1. partake in - be active in participate, take part - share in something 2. partake in - have, give, or receive a share of; "We shared the cake" partake, share a private Mardi Gras Parade. Join the foundation for "A Mardi Gras Celebration" and experience this grand New Orleans festivity with friends and colleagues on Monday, February 11. The FRS fund-raising event will include a dinner buffet and cocktails. TECO (Text Editor and COrrector) A text editor written in 1963 by Dan Murphy at MIT for editing paper tape on a Digital PDP-1 computer (it was originally called "Tape Editor and Corrector"). Presents ... "Ahoy!" Cruise along with TECO/RTAF on board the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen The paddlewheeler Creole Queen is a 1,000 passenger riverboat operating out of the Port Of New Orleans. She is operated by New Orleans Paddlewheels, Inc. She was built by Halter Marine at Moss Point, Mississippi along the lines of a turn-of-the-century sternwheeler and was . Enjoy the great taste of Creole cuisine and let the sounds of a New Orleans jazz New Orleans Jazz can refer to:
River, central U.S. It rises at Lake Itasca in Minnesota and flows south, meeting its major tributaries, the Missouri and the Ohio rivers, about halfway along its journey to the Gulf of Mexico. and relax on the upper deck as you enjoy the view of the city's skyline. You won't want to miss out on this fundraising event benefiting TECO's administrative fund, the Rural Telecommunications Administrative Fund. Transportation will be provided to the dock. Banquet, Awards and Entertainment Get ready for an exciting evening, featuring a great dinner and the annual distinguished awards presentation, followed with entertainment by New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of comedy group The Watercoolers and Louisiana Hall of Famers The Nobles. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Hotel & Housing Information NTCA's housing bureau J. Spargo & Associates will handle all hotel reservations for the 2008 Annual Meeting & EXPO. Reservations will be accepted online or by phone starting at noon (Eastern Time) on Monday, December 3. Reservations will not be accepted either online or by phone prior to this date and time. The conference hotel also will not accept reservations directly for the conference. The reservations cut-off date is Wednesday, January 16, 2008. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] For your convenience, we encourage you to go online to make reservations for the annual meeting. Reservations made online will be drawn instantaneously from live inventory. If you do not have Internet access and cannot access the housing Web site, call 703-654-6938 and speak to a J. Spargo associate to make your hotel reservations. J. Spargo operators will be working from the same live inventory available online to members. We ask that you only make reservations for actual rooms needed. Hotel Information At the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, the spirit of New Orleans endures. Located in the heart of the Big Easy the hotel is a short walk to shopping at nearby Canal Place, Riverwalk Marketplace, Royal Street or the French Market. Take in the breath taking views of the mighty Mississippi River and the historic Canal Street. Enjoy the local dining experience without leaving the hotel. Roux Roux , Pierre Paul Émile 1853-1933. French bacteriologist. His work with the diphtheria bacillus led to the development of antitoxins to neutralize pathogenic toxins. Bistro's native chef Chris Brown uses the freshest local ingredients to create both traditional and innovative New Orleans dishes. Guests can cap off their night in grand style with a cocktail at the hotel's Pelican Bar. Beautiful and enchanting, the Pelican Bar is reminiscent of a lavish French Quarter courtyard. The Sheraton New Orleans Hotel is steps away from the best of New Orleans. Marriott New Orleans Hotel is a French Quarter landmark hotel that boasts the rich culture and distinct flavor of the Crescent City. Located at the edge of the historic French Quarter, this New Orleans hotel is conveniently situated near the riverfront, Bourbon Street and world-class restaurants featuring celebrity chefs. Experience the spectacular views of the downtown skyline and the Mississippi River at the Marriott New Orleans Hotel. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sheraton New Orleans 500 Canal St. New Orleans, LA 70130 Phone: 504-525-2500 Fax: 504-595-5552 www.sheratonneworleans.com Room Rate: $239 single/$249 double Marriott New Orleans 555 Canal St. New Orleans, LA 70130 Phone: 504-581-1000 Fax: 504-523-6755 www.neworleansmarriott.com Room Rate: $239 single/$249 double Go to http://reg.jsporgo.com/ntca/housing.default.asp to make your reservation on Monday, December 3 at noon EDT EDT abbr. Eastern Daylight Time EDT Eastern Daylight Time EDT n abbr (US) (= Eastern Daylight Time) → hora de verano de Nueva York EDT . [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] |
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