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2008 NIPA Annual Forum & Expo
May 5-7, 2008
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
Las Vegas, NV

General Information

The National Institute of Pension Administrators (NIPA) returns to Las Vegas to host its 2008 NIPA Annual Forum & Expo (2008NAFE)! Join fellow retirement plan professionals for three days of enriching education and social networking while discovering new solutions to help strengthen and expand your business.

Features

  • More than 25 education sessions, focused on the most pressing issues you face each day
  • Leading industry experts sharing comprehensive knowledge of the latest trends, challenges and achievements
  • More than 50 top industry vendors, displaying cutting-edge products and services for all your business needs
  • Entertaining social networking events, giving you time to connect with other retirement plan practitioners

    Benefits

  • Earn up to 22.5 continuing education creditss
  • Network with hundreds of retirement plan professionals
  • Explore the latest industry products and services
  • Enjoy the entertainment and excitement of the famous Las Vegas Strip

    Who Attends

    The NIPA Annual Forum & Expo has always attracted retirement plan professionals from every industry segment. Take a look at the variety of professionals you will encounter at the 2008NAFE:
  • Pension Administrators (37%)
  • TPA Business Owners (27%)
  • Sales/Marketing (10%)
  • Administrative/Operations (7%)
  • Consultants (5%)
  • Business Managers (4%)
  • Other (10%):
    • Accountants/CPAs
    • Administrative Supervisors/Support Staff
    • Analysts
    • Attorneys
    • Certified Financial Planners/ Investment Managers
    • Education Facilitators/Trainers
    • Health and Welfare Representatives
    • HR/Benefits Managers
    • Insurance Agents
    • Project Managers
    • Software Product Managers
    • Trust Company Representatives
    Based on attendee profiles from 2007NAFE.

    Special Events

    Night on the Town

    Love by Cirque du Soleil
    Monday, May 5 • 6:30 p.m. • Location: The Mirage

    Show begins at 7:00 p.m.

    Born from a personal friendship and mutual admiration between the late George Harrison and Cirque founder Guy Laliberté, LOVE brings together the magic of 60 international Cirque du Soleil artists with the spirit and passion behind the most beloved rock group of all time to create a vivid, intimate and powerful entertainment experience. With panoramic sound and visuals, the audience will experience The Beatles as never before.

    Tickets are $90 each, and the limit is two tickets per attendee. See the enclosed registration form to sign up to attend LOVE.
    Sponsored By

    Tuesday Night Networking Reception

    Tuesday, May 6 • 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    Unwind from an education-packed day with fellow 2008NAFE attendees on during this fun, relaxing networking event. Refreshments and light hors d’ouerves will be served.
    Sponsored By

    Golf Information

    Although NIPA will not be hosting a golf outing this year, attendees may reserve tee times in advance and receive information on golf in Las Vegas by visiting the Golf Desk at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. The Golf Desk offers a onestop reservation service, capable of booking more than 40 golf courses in the Las Vegas area for groups of any size. Discounted green fees at some golf courses are available almost every day. Club rental and car rental discounts are also available.

    The Golf Desk is located on the registration level to the right of the registration desk. The representatives can assist with directions or general information on golf in Las Vegas. For more information please contact Ken Kaifas at 702.785.5160 or kkaifas@troongolf.com.

    Internet Café

    Need to check your work or personal e-mail during the 2008NAFE? Want the opportunity to look up exhibitor Web sites before visiting their booth? If so, take advantage of the Internet Café’s many computer terminals complete with high-speed Internet access at no change to attendees. The Internet Café will be conveniently located and easily accessible to the exhibits, events and educational sessions.
    Sponsored by:

    New Attendee Program

    First NIPA Conference?

    Learn how to make the most of your experince at the 2008NAFE by attending the New Attendee Program on Sunday, May 4 from 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

    Educational Sessions on Multimedia CD-ROM

    NIPA is going green! Although presentation handouts will not be available onsite, all 2008NAFE registered attendees will receive a link to download all presentations prior to the conference.

    Additionally, all attendees also will receive a CD-ROM containing live audio recordings and PowerPoint presentations (submitted by presenters) from each educational session following the event. This special attendee benefit gives you the opportunity to relive your 2008NAFE experience all year long by capturing the conference and ALL its valuable information on a single CD-ROM! All CD-ROMs will be delivered 4-6 weeks following the conference.