National 3-Day Tucson Event

COUNTDOWN TO THE EVENT

SPEAKER PRESENTATIONS

Carly Patterson
Carly Patterson

In 2004, Carly Patterson became only the second American woman to win an Olympic all-around gold medal, and the first to do so in a nonboycotted Olympic Games. She was the first American woman to win the title in 20 years, also taking home silver medals for balance beam, and the Women’s team competition. Carly's performance at the Olympics made her a household name, leading to numerous appearances on television talk shows and award shows, and her induction to the USA Gymnastics Hall of Fame. Soon after the Olympics, Patterson was diagnosed with several bulging discs in her lower back that had gone unnoticed. She announced her intention to take time off from the sport to rehabilitate her back, but hearing her doctor say, 'Carly, you really need to stop if you want to be able to walk when you get older', she made the difficult decision to officially retire from the sport in 2006 - without ever participating in another major competition.

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Lisa Sommer Devlin
Lisa Sommer Devlin

Lisa Sommer Devlin has practiced law since 1984 and has concentrated on hospitality law for over 30 years. She negotiates contracts, provides legal training for sales staff, and handles convention and meeting-related litigation nationwide for major hotel companies and many independent hotels. In 2002, Lisa was named one of the 25 most influential people in the meeting industry by Meeting News magazine. In 2006, the magazine gave her the honor again, stating: “More than anyone else, she is the legal voice for the industry.” She has served as a member of the Legal Advisory Counsel and on the Contracts panel for the APEX Initiative sponsored by the Convention Industry Council and was President of the Academy of Hospitality Industry Attorneys 2012-2014. In 2015, Meetings and Conventions magazine included her in its “M&C’s Top 25 Women in the Meeting Industry.”

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Lynn Edwards
Lynn Edwards

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Lynn Edwards brings over 25 years and a multitude of experience to event management and hospitality sales. She has worked extensively in hotel and convention and visitors bureau sales. She also provides a comprehensive method for managing event logistics. Lynn is experienced in sales, convention services, marketing, fundraising and sponsorship development, contract negotiations and overall meeting management. Her client list includes Nike, Microsoft, Comcast, Chase, Novo Nordisk, RapidSOS, National & State Associations, Glamhive, The 3% Movement and more. Lynn has also served on the Board of Directors of the Washington Society of Associations Executives and WA Chapter of Meeting Professionals International. She is a highly sought-after industry expert and presenter.

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Sunday, September 24, 2023 - All Times Mountain Standard Time

8:00 am - 9:00 am Breakfast Murphey Ballroom
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Education Session with Lynn Edwards Murphey Ballroom
12:00 pm - 3;)0 pm #MeTime Guests at Leisure
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm White Glove Welcome: Guest Registration & Check-In Canyon I Ballroom
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Welcome Reception: Meet & Greet Arizona Foyer & Deck
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Step up your Smarts - Keynote Speaker Grand & Canyon Ballrooms
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Kick off Celebration: Reception & Dinner Poolside

Monday, September 25, 2023 - All Times Mountain Standard Time

6:30 am - 7:15 am Seize the Day: Wake Up Activity Sabino Vista
7:30 am - 8:45am Ms. B’s Breakfast Social: Breakfast Buffet Arizona Foyer & Deck
8:45 am - 10:00 am Instant Start to Smart - Keynote Speaker Grand & Canyon Ballrooms
10:15 am - 12:30 pm Meet Your Matches Grand & Canyon Ballrooms
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Luncheon Arizona Deck & Foyer
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Build & Bond Brilliantly: Team Activity Canyon II Ballroom
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm #MeTime Guests at Leisure
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm Ms. B’s Offsite Bash Dinner Shuttles Depart at 6:00 pm from Valet

Tuesday, September 26, 2023 - All Times Mountain Standard Time

7:30 am - 9:00 am Ms. B’s Breakfast Social: Breakfast Buffet Arizona Foyer & Deck
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Morning Welcome & Meet your Matches Grand & Canyon Ballrooms
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Seal the Deal Feast: Luncheon Arizona Foyer & Deck
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm # Departures #MeTime Airport Shuttles Depart from Hotel Lobby

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FAQ'S

Smart Meeting events are 100% complimentary for qualified meeting planners. Hotels and destinations, please contact your sales rep at salesteam@smartmeetings.com for your best available rate.

We use a sophisticated software to custom match our planners with premier properties that fit your region, budget and venue preferences. As the event nears, planners and suppliers will have the opportunity to select their appointment preferences to ensure their highest attendee satisfaction.

Yes! Planners are welcome to attend one regional event and one national event each year. Hotels and destinations may attend unlimited events.

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