Annual Forum & Expo

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.
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