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Bringing a group to the Conference?  If so, please contact Conference Co-Chair Matt Wiertel for group registration information.

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ImPAct Conference - Promotion Extended

Register Now and Save!

The 2008 ImPAct Conference is a few weeks away.  Due to the response of our $100 promotion, the committee has extended the discount until September 1st.  Attendees who register will receive the promotional rate of $100 per Conference ticket.  After September 1st, the price will increase to $129.

Click here to register now!

Looking to bring a group to ImPAct? Now your friend from Scranton can attend..

When groups of five attendees register together at the $100 promotional rate, your group will receive a sixth ticket for FREE!  To take advantage of this promotion, use the group registration option when purchasing your Conference tickets.  For additional information about group registrations, please contact Conference co-chair Matt Wiertel.

$45 Student Conference Rate Announced

Interested in attending the ImPAct Conference but cannot afford the ticket after paying your semester bill?  To make the Conference more affordable to students returning in the fall, we are pleased to announce that a $45 student ticket has been developed.  When registering for the Conference, please select the student rate to receive the discount.  If you have any questions, please contact Conference co-chair Matt Wiertel.

Click here to register now!

Need a room for ImPAct? – Reserve today!

The Conference has partnered with the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel to host the attendees for the Conference. If you are traveling from out of town, please call the hotel to book your room before it is too late.

To reserve a room, please contact the Sheraton at (814) 454-2005 or online by clicking here.

ImPAct Program Finalized – Why you (and your friends) should register

Looking for a few reasons to attend the ImPAct Conference? Trying to convince your boss to pay for your Conference ticket? Here are a few reasons why you should attend the 2008 ImPAct Conference.

1. Erie is a great place to attend a Conference – check out our video about the venues and destinations in Erie – and look at the schedule of events and sessions that we have developed.
2. Our keynote speaker Steven S. Little is an expert in small business and organizational growth. If your organization is planning to expand – or you are starting a company with your former college classmates – he can provide you with insights on building a successful company.
3. The ImPAct Conference is a great way to increase your social network – and learn how to more effectively network – by attending our morning keynote by Krista Canfield from LinkedIN.
4. If you are trying to become more active at work – or in your community – ImPAct is the only Conference where you will learn strategies to help you grow professionally, personally, and in the community.
5. Your weekend Conference ticket includes activities on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Attend a wine/beer tasting networking event (while enjoying some great live music) on Friday; participate in a great program of speakers and informational sessions on Saturday; and enjoy another fun networking happy hour and Comedian Jimmy Carroll, who has worked with the likes of Jerry Seinfeld, Jeff Foxworthy, and more (www.jimmycarroll.net). If that’s not enough, hop on the chauffeured trolley to explore Downtown Erie and all the great restaurants and bars within walking distance on Saturday night. And, top off the weekend with a trip to Presque Isle State Park and the Tom Ridge Environmental Center on Sunday! (Did you know that Presque Isle attracted an estimated 4 million visitors last year alone?)
    

Still not convinced? Click here to view the entire list of sessions.
 

Attention all YP Group Leaders - Present your best practices and you could win $1000!

As in prior years, the 2008 ImPAct Conference will have a best practices session to highlight the work being done by groups from across the Commonwealth. The session will take place on Sunday, September 14th at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center and we are soliciting information from all Pennsylvania YP groups. To submit your best practice, please click on the link below to fill out the best practices form. The winning YP group will receive $1000 to help their organization.

All best practices are due to the committee for selection by August 22nd. A presenter from each selected group must attend the Conference to explain their best practice.
 

Click here to submit your best practice.
 

Make the most of your stay in Erie – check out Erie's Arts and Entertainment

September 13th – ImPAct Conference Sponsored Event
 

JR’s Last Laugh Comedy Club
Cocktail reception starts at 5:30 PM followed by comedian Jimmy Carroll at 6:30 PM.
 

Tickets: $40.00 per attendee (includes ticket to show, dinner, and cocktail tickets)
Free Trolley shuttle service provided from the Conference to the event by EMTA
 

Other Attractions
Erie Playhouse
The Producers

Showtime is at 7:30 PM for the winningest Broadway musical in history. It premieres at the Erie Playhouse in September with modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. An insanely funny theatrical adventure.
 

Tickets: $15.25 - $23.50
Tickets can be purchased online at www.erieplayhouse.org or by calling (814) 454-2852.
ImPAct Shuttle service available