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Be sure to register by this Friday, October 29 to lock in the regular registration rate and avoid late fees. Don't forget that the hotel is taking reservations now. Don't wait until the last minute or they may be sold out!
For additional information about conference details please visit the conference website at www.conference.ifas.ufl.edu/aces. | | Announcing the ACES 2010 Plenaries | | ACES 2010 will host four, dynamic plenary sessions throughout the conference. Plenary sessions will feature the following speakers on topics such as; US Ocean Policy; Status and Progress; and Successes, Challenges and Visions for the Future of Ecosystem Services. Here are some of the ACES 2010 Plenary Presenters: - Greg Biddinger, Environmental Program Coordinator for ExxonMobil Biomedical Sciences, Inc.
- John Chrosniak, Regional Business Director, North America DuPont Crop Protection
- Bob Costanza, Director, Institute for Sustainable Solutions, Portland State University
- Laura Davis, Associate Deputy Secretary, Department of the Interior
- Amanda DeSantis, Leader - Sustainability Initiatives, DuPont
- David Hayes, Deputy Secretary of the Interior
- Suzette Kimball, Deputy Director, Office of the Director, USGS
- Rick Linthurst, National Program Director for Ecology, EPA
- Marina Moses, Director Roundtable on Science and Technology for Sustainability, The National Academies
- Mark Nechodom, Deputy Director for Carbon Markets, USFS
- Lydia Olander, Nicholas Institute, Duke University
- Kameran Onley, Director, U.S. Marine Policy, TNC
- Mark Schaefer, Deputy Executive Director of Environmental Conflict Resolution, Morris K. Udall Foundation
- Sally Yozell, Director of Policy, NOAA
| | Call for Sponsors and Exhibitors! | | We still have a few sponsor opportunities left for ACES 2010! Contact Jhanna Gilbert at jhanna@ufl.edu or 352-392-5930 ASAP to lock in your contribution for ACES 2010!
Looking for a way to boost your organization's presence in ecosystem services? Become a sponsor or exhibitor today! This innovative conference was first held December, 2008 in Naples, FL and attracted more than 350 attendees from 38 states, 13 nations and 6 continents. We look forward to growing our attendance this year and hope that you will join us in promoting ecosystem services around the globe. Aligning your organization with ACES 2010 provides you with the opportunity to strengthen industry relationships, interact with key decision makers, and reinforce your continued commitment to ecosystem services. Take advantage of this occasion to promote your organization with items that will be carried home and provide a standing presence before attendees from governmental, private, non-profit, and contracting organizations.
For more information visit the Sponsor/ Exhibit portion of the website.
Sponsor Information
Exhibitor Information
Sponsor/Exhibitor Options | | Pre-Conference Workshops | | Make sure you pre-register for one of the 6 outstanding ACES Pre-Conference Workshops taking place December 6th. Space is limited and is not guaranteed if you register on-site.
Already registered but still want to attend? Just email Jhanna Gilbert at jhanna@ufl.edu with your workshop preferences to update your registration. *You may attend one morning and one afternoon workshop which includes breakfast, lunch and breaks for only $50- this deal is too good to pass up! | | Need a Ride to the Conference? | | ACES 2010 has partnered with Super Shuttle and Hertz rental car to provide discounted conference transportation for ACES participants. Super Shuttle services the Phoenix Airport and Hertz has a rental car kiosk located in the host hotel. For more information about making reservations visit the travel information portion of the website. |
| | Should you have any questions about the upcoming conference please do not hesitate to call on me. Jhanna Gilbert, CMP
Conference Coordinator | University of Florida | IFAS
UF Leadership & Education Foundation, Inc.
Office of Conferences & Institutes
PO Box 110750 | Bldg. 639 Mowry Rd.
Gainesville, FL 32611-0750| USA
PH 352-392-5930 | FAX 352-392-9734
jhanna@ufl.edu | www.conference.ifas.ufl.edu/aces |
| | | Regular Registration Deadline | | Be sure to register before October 29th lock-in the regular fee and save $50.
Regular Registration Fee: $400
Regular Student Fee: $300
Optional Workshops: $50 Register Now! | | ACES 2010 Agenda | | View the ACES 2010 Detailed Agenda
Please note that the conference will now be extending until Thursday afternoon. Please adjust your travel plans accordingly.
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| | Meeting Site & Hotel | | RATE UPDATE! Federal Per Diems have lowered in Phoenix, the group rate has dropped from $120/night to $106! All reservations made in the group block will automatically be adjusted. Make your reservations soon, availability won't last at these rates!
| | Sheraton Wild Horse Pass
5594 West Wild Horse Pass Blvd
Chandler, AZ, USA 85226
PH: 602-225-0100
FAX: 602-225-0300
WEB: www.wildhorsepassresort.com Located only 15 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on the Gila River Indian Community, the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass showcases a different part of Arizona while being convenient to travelers from all over the globe. Block cut-off date:
November 12, 2010
Reduced ACES Rate:
$106 per night sgl/dbl
- plus 12% applicable taxes
- $30 nightly charge for third or fourth person sharing room.
To make your reservation at the reduced rate, please call 602-225-0100 and mention that you are an ACES 2010 participant. You may also make your reservation online by clicking here.
For more information about the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass, click here. | | Be Part of the Conversation | |    Hashtag: #ACESconf | | Looking to Explore Phoenix? | | Take advantage of your time in the Phoenix area to explore some of the local landmarks and ecosystem services projects. For a list of self guided tours click here. |
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