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Linking, Leveraging and Empowering Through Diversity

Business Opportunity Expo & Awards 2006... Don’t miss what promises to be the business networking event of the year! Come to do business, exchange ideas with peers, learn, meet new customers and celebrate the achievements in Supplier Diversity.

 

Bring plenty of business cards for new contacts and contracts.

 

General Information

 

Schedule At A Glance                                                                                  

 

Wednesday, May 17           

Noon      -    6:00 pm            Registration                                                      Entrance Hall A

1:00 pm   -  2:00 pm            General Session

2:00 pm   -  5:00 pm            Educational Workshops     

3:00 pm   -  6:00 pm            Exhibitors Move-In and Set-up                      Hall A

Thursday, May 18

7:00 am   -  3:00 pm            Registration                                                      Entrance Hall A

8:00 am   -  9:15 am            Leadership Breakfast

9:30 am   - 11:30 am           Workshops

11:45 am -  1:00 pm            Power Luncheon

1:15 pm                                  Ribbon Cutting Opening of Trade-Fair        Entrance Hall A

2:00 pm  -   5:00 pm            One-on-Ones                                                    Hall A, Rear     

5:00 pm  -   7:00 pm             WineDown Reception                                   

Friday, May 19

5:30 pm  -     6:30 pm          Nominees Reception                                      Ballroom

7:00 pm  -     9:00 pm          Awards Dinner

9:00 pm  -   10:00 pm          Sweet Rewards Reception

 

BOE & Award Dinner Location                                                                     

Georgia International Convention Center

200 Convention Center Concourse

College Park, Georgia 30337

770-997-3566 phone 770-994-8559 fax

www.gicc.com

 

Advertisement                                                                                              

All ads are due  no later than April 14, 2005, no exceptions.

 

Sponsorship                                                                                                 

Confirmation of Sponsorships are due prior to March 17, 2006 to ensure full sponsorship benefits.

 

1-on-1 Matchmaking                                                                                     

The 1-on-1 matchmaking appointments offer an opportunity for major corporate and minority owned companies to discuss current or upcoming contract opportunities. Appointments must be made through the online 1-on1 matchmaking registration. The 1-on-1 matchmaking appointments will take place inside of the exhibit hall from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm. 

 

Hotel Accommodations                                                                                

Crowne Plaza Atlanta Airport

1325 Virginia Avenue

Atlanta, Georgia 30344

404-768-8897 local

1-800-2-Crowne (276963)

GMSDC Special Rate: $109.00 plus all applicable charges

Code: GMSDC

 

What to Wear                                                                                               

Professional business casual attire or your corporate apparel is the standard dress BOE 2006. The Awards Dinner is Black Tie.

 

Cancellation Policy                                                                                      

No refunds. Once confirmed all reservations, sponsorships and ticket sales are final.

 

Payment                                                                                                         

Payment in full must be made at the time of online registration. Invoicing with 30 day terms may be arranged for major sponsorships.

Schedule of Events

Visit the Events and Workshops page for details and the latest information.

 
 

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There are benefits of joining the Council prior to BOE 2006...Exhibiting, Workshops, One-on-One Matchmaking Sessions are open to GMSDC Certified MBEs and Corporate Members ONLY!

The Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council's is committed to leveling the playing field by creating links to progressive business opportunities. GMSDC has the largest number of certified and ethnically diverse MBEs  in the Southeast region. Atlanta  Georgia ranks number three among U.S. cities with the most Fortune 500 headquarters.  Corporate procurement personal and minority businesses are invited to  discover new opportunities!