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Networking Events
Sunday, 6 November
Sunday Welcome Reception in the Exhibit Hall
Greetings and salutations! All 2011 Annual Meeting delegates are invited to the Exhibit Hall on 6 November to network over hors d’oeuvres and catch up with old friends and meet new ones. More than 250 suppliers will be on hand to answer questions and share industry knowledge. Don’t miss out; sponsorship opportunities are available.
Special Guests: Facility of The Year Category Winners
Representatives from each of the 2011 Facility of the Year Award-winning companies will also be in attendance at the Sunday Welcome Reception to discuss their innovative facilities and celebrate their achievements with attendees. Be sure to stop by the Facility of the Year Awards booth in the Exhibit Hall to meet them.
Monday, 7 November
Charity 5K Run/Walk (Sponsored by Belimed)
Monday, 7 November, 06.00
Price: US$25
View the 5K Flyer and Course Map (
5 MB)
Make sure to plan your travel in order to participate in the 3rd Annual Charity 5K (3.1 miles). Start the day off right with a run with fellow members and guests. This year the proceeds will go to benefit the Red Cross. This is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, providing assistance without discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions. The event is for everyone including guests and family.
New Member/First Time Attendee Orientation Breakfast
Monday, 7 November, 07.00 – 08.15
New Members and first-time attendees are cordially invited to this special networking breakfast hosted by the Membership Development Committee (MDC). Meet fellow Society Members and Annual Meeting attendees to foster new relationships; learn about ISPE and how to make the most out of your membership. Bring plenty of business cards for this high-impact networking event!
ISPE 2011 Communities of Practice Night
Monday, 7 November
COP Night Pre-Game Party
Monday, 7 November, 17.30 – 19.00
Price: US$40 (not included with any package fees)
Join us for the Big Game at the Texas Station Sports Bar and Grille during ISPE’s fourth annual COP
Night.
Attendees can network with friends and colleagues sharing similar interests while cheering on your favorite teams over delicious appetizers and great drinks. Don’t miss this chance to dress up in your team jerseys and colors while supporting your COPs!
ISPE's 19 Communities of Practice (COPs) are teaming up to offer attendees a fun-filled experience customized to their interests.
Registration for the COP Night Pre-Game Party is required.
COP Pre-Game Party Sponsorship Opportunities Don’t be left standing on the sidelines. ISPE’s COP Night Reception provides exclusive, cost effective, and targeted sponsorship opportunities. Contact John Phillips at jphillips@ispe.org or Daniel Murphy at dmurphy@ispe.org for specific details.
COP Night Dinners
Monday, 7 November, 19.30 – 21.30
Price: US$75 (not included with any package fees)
At the conclusion of the COP Night Pre-Game Party, the real games starts with three exciting ISPE COP Dinner events. Join us as GAMP® celebrates its illustrious 20th anniversary at the Riverwalk Cantina, where old-world Mexico meets Tex Mex in an open air setting. Come celebrate in the success of GAMP over 20 years while networking with GAMP COP Steering Committee members, fellow COP members, colleagues, and friends.
Another exciting COP Dinner option is to join the PAT, Process/ Product Development, Oral Solid Dosage, and Sterile Products Processing COPs at Zeppole, a signature restaurant offering a tastes of coastal Italian in a festive courtyard setting. The HVAC, Sustainable Facilities, and Critical Utilities COPs will also be joining forces to host a dinner at Zeppole. Don’t miss this exciting evening of networking, fine dining, and delicious drinks.
COP Night Sponsors
Young Professionals (YP) Networking Dinner (off-site at Austin Ranch)
Monday, 7 November, 19.30 – 22.00
Price: US$50 (not included with any package fees)
Join ISPE's Young Professionals for an evening of fun and networking at Austin Ranch, one of the oldest dude ranches in Texas. Enjoy a real Cowboy buffet while getting the chance to meet and share your ISPE experiences with Students and Young Professionals in our industry. Guaranteed to be a Grand Ole Time. Transportation from the Gaylord to Austin Ranch is included. All are welcome to attend.
Tuesday, 8 November
Membership Luncheon and Awards Ceremony
Tuesday, 8 November, 11.45 – 13.45
It’s time to thank those who made incredible achievements in 2011 and to look ahead to 2012. Hear ISPE leadership and colleagues provide insights on Society accomplishments and look ahead to 2012 goals. Special recognition awards will be presented to Members, Affiliates, Chapters, committees, companies, authors, and students.
Tuesday Night Party at the Glass Cactus
Tuesday, 8 November, 19.00 – 22.00
Short walk from the front entrance or there will be a shuttle.
Price included in Full Education Delegate Fee. A la carte: US$200
(includes dinner and entertainment)
Stroll on over to the Glass Cactus to enjoy a night of Texana style fun. The high energy Tejas Brothers will kick off the night with live entertainment, so put on your dancing boots! Saddle up and test your cowboy skills by riding a mechanical bull or take your skills to the next level by challenging a colleague to a duel. There will be something for everyone with a Texas buffet, places to network, entertainment plus plenty of photo opportunities to capture this year’s memories. Make sure to stroll around so you don’t miss anything. Experience the excitement for yourself and come out to the Glass Cactus! There will be a prize raffle that starts at 21.00. You must be present to win.
Sponsorship opportunities available
Guests
Guest registration for these events is available. You’ll also have the chance to visit the historic town of Grapevine site in Dallas/ Ft Worth, shop at the largest mall in Texas, and test your taste buds at local dining favorites. Visit the Grapevine information desk or hotel concierge, located in the convention foyer where they will help you create your perfect outing. Visit the registration page for easy steps to register for Networking Events.