Don't miss these special events, hosted by the industry's leading trade associations and corporate sponsors...
SITE NITE – Celebrate Coming TogetherMonday, September 22, 7:00pm
The Peninsula Chicago, 108 E. Superior Street
$65 per person through June 30, $75 after July 1, Click Here to order tickets online
The International SITE Foundation will celebrate the Society of Incentive & Travel Executives' 35 years of service with a gala event on Monday, September 22, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Peninsula Chicago. The event is open to all. Start off show week with a sophisticated mix of hors d'oeuvres, entertainment, and excellent company. SITE Members will learn who is the lucky winner of the Around The World Trip for Two drawing - a fantastic member benefit with no purchase necessary and need not be present to win - at 9:45pm that evening.
The Motivation Show Keynote Luncheon with Chester EltonTuesday, September 23, 11:30am – 1:00pm
Grand Ballroom, Level 1, McCormick South
$50 per person, Register Now
Called the "apostle of appreciation," Chester Elton is co-author of several successful leadership books including
The Carrot Principle, a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller, and The 24-Carrot
Manager called a "must read for modern-day managers" by Larry King of CNN. Come hear how the best managers use
recognition to engage their people, retain talent, and accelerate performance. More
IMA Circle of Excellence Award LuncheonTuesday, September 23, 11:30am – 1:00pm
S404B, Level 4, McCormick South
$50 per person, Registration Available Soon
Are your incentive programs award quality? Benchmark your programs with the 2008 Circle of Excellence award winners and learn about the inner workings of a sales campaign, an employee recognition program, a dealer-distributor program, and a consumer promotion. Each case study will serve as a blueprint for designing a results-oriented and cost-effective program. More
IMA All-Industry ReceptionTuesday, September 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Exhibit Floor, Level 3, McCormick South
FREE to all Show registrants
The Incentive Marketing Association (IMA) invites you to attend the largest incentive market networking reception in the world! Relax and enjoy light appetizers, complimentary cocktails and soft drinks with fellow attendees and exhibitors throughout the exhibit floor.
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The Motivation Show Industry Luncheon with Tim SandersWednesday, September 24, 11:15am - 1:15pm
Grand Ballroom, Level 1, McCormick South
$60 MPI Members/$80 non-members, Register Now
Based on his book, Saving the World at Work, Sanders uses case studies to prove that consumers, talent and
investors are gravitating to companies that achieve high levels of social responsibility towards people, communities,
and the environment. He shows that the key for any company to thrive during this new era of business is to achieve
high levels of employee participation. More
SITE Power Lunch @ IT&MEWednesday, September 24, 11:30am – 1:00pm
S404B, Level 4, McCormick South
$30 per person, Registration Available Soon
This “Power Lunch” will facilitate discussion among leading incentive practitioners on how incentives are designed and delivered, and will share best practices on how to position your business for success. The round table format includes lunch and the choice of two moderated discussions on topics affecting the incentive industry today.