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Networking & Special Events

 

On-site Conference Maximizer
Tuesday, March 16  |  3:45PM–4:15PM
Gain insight on how you can make your conference experience anything but ordinary. This interactive orientation is especially recommended for first-timers.

Welcome Reception
Tuesday, March 16  |  6:00PM–8:00PM
After the opening keynote presentation, unwind with colleagues and exhibitors at the event welcome reception. Held in the Technology Support Expo Hall, you’ll not only have the opportunity to catch up with friends, you’ll be able to tour the expo floor and spend some one-on-one time with exhibitors.
Take Your Best Shot - Golf Contest
HDI Booth #830
One Shot - One Chance at $500
Contest open during Expo Hall hours.  Winner must be present to win at the Expo Hall Giveaway, Thursday, March 18 - 2:30
In case of a tie, there will be a shoot-off at 2:30.  Prizes awarded for both men's and women's divisions.  Open to registered HDI 2010 Event Attendees only.  Special vendor contest during vendor reception on Tuesday, March 16.
               

More Better Books and Breakfast with Kirk Weisler
Wednesday and Thursday, March 17 and 18  |  7:30AM–8:30AM
Each morning hundreds of attendees get up early and start their day being read to by Chief Morale Officer, Kirk Weisler. Start your better day, the better way with “More Better Books and Breakfast!” Our lives and our leadership get better as we get better. If you want a better life, a better team, and better outcomes – then don’t miss “More Better Books.” Kirk facilitates a discussion of best books and best book practices. Learn how to select better books to read, and how to use them to lead and inspire your team to read and become better too! Start your day the better way!

Breakfast Brain Bites
Wednesday and Thursday, March 17 and 18  |  7:30AM–8:30AM
Begin each morning with new ideas and strategies from colleagues who are challenged with similar issues. Each Breakfast Brain Bite will feature a short presentation on a topic of interest presented by an industry expert. Then, the floor will open for a lively and meaningful dialogue on your own related challenges. So bring your breakfast with you for a rousing start to your day!

Conference Party
Thursday, March 18  |  7:30PM–10:30 PM
Rosen Shingle Creek Pool and Terrace
After days of hard-hitting sessions meet and mingle with your colleagues and kick up your heels at our legendary conference party.

Find your inner Gene Simmons or Mick Jagger, grab your guitar or drum sticks, and join us at the Battle of the Bands!

Rock out with the best of them and you'll think you're performing at Madison Square Garden in front of thousands of cheering fans. Enjoy sensational food and drinks fit for a rock star as you rock the night away. During intermission, join your fans for caricature drawings, tattoos, boardwalk games, and other fun surprises.

If you want to bring any groupies, such as your spouse or a friend, party tickets are on sale at the HDI registration desk.
 
Don’t miss the “Crazy Cash” drawing! Win your share of $2,000 during band intermission.

Executive Connections Package – $2,095
An exceptional networking package exclusively for senior executives includes the Complete Conference and Expo Package plus:

  • Exclusive, VIP executive reception on Monday evening
  • Facilitated round table discussions and networking with invited industry experts
  • Formal, seated breakfasts on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning
  • Access to premium reserved seating at all general sessions