{"id":629,"date":"2019-08-19T07:45:16","date_gmt":"2019-08-19T11:45:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/?page_id=629"},"modified":"2022-03-18T14:58:11","modified_gmt":"2022-03-18T18:58:11","slug":"first-time-attendees","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/first-time-attendees\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips and Resources for First-Time Convention Attendees"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-629\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-629-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-629-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-629-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>For new members, first-time attendees, or anyone wanting to get the most out of NIA\u2019s 66<sup>th<\/sup> Annual Convention, March 30\u2013April 1, 2022, at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort &amp; Spa, we have some helpful advice and insider tips for you. As a first timer or new member, know that you are not alone! <strong>On average, 15% of Convention attendees are first timers or new members.<\/strong> If you don't find an answer to your questions here, email Aimee Doyle at <a href=\"&#x6d;&#97;i&#x6c;&#116;&#111;&#x3a;&#x65;&#118;e&#x6e;&#116;s&#x40;&#x69;&#110;s&#x75;&#108;a&#x74;&#x69;&#111;n&#x2e;&#111;r&#x67;\">&#x65;&#118;&#101;n&#x74;&#x73;&#64;i&#x6e;&#x73;&#117;la&#x74;&#105;&#111;n&#x2e;&#x6f;&#114;g.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-629-0-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2><strong>Convention Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>With the theme of\u00a0<strong>Together for Tomorrow<\/strong>, NIA\u2019s Annual Convention is the premier event for the insulation industry and attracts hundreds of attendees from all industry segments, including Merit and Union Contractors, Distributors, Fabricators, Associates (Manufacturers), and Metal Building Laminators. Attendees at this event learn the latest industry trends at educational sessions, gain new business contacts, network, and build relationships.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-629-0-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- \/21839098102\/convention-sidebar -->\n\t\t\t<div id='div-gpt-ad-1566238227775-0' class=\"ad-rectangle-lg\">\n\t\t\t\t<script>\n\t\t\t\t\tgoogletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1566238227775-0'); });\n\t\t\t\t<\/script>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-629-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-629-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-629-1-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"3\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2><strong>Ambassador Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h2><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-497 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/Networking_VIPreception-300x213.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"275\" height=\"195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/Networking_VIPreception-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/Networking_VIPreception-768x546.jpg 768w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/Networking_VIPreception-1024x729.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/Networking_VIPreception.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" \/><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Take advantage of NIA\u2019s Ambassador Program: When you register and check the box that you are a first-time attendee, you are automatically invited to invitation-only special events and are matched with a Membership Committee member who will reach out to you prior to Convention to answer any questions you may have and provide additional information that would be helpful for your first Convention. For any questions, contact <a href=\"&#x6d;&#97;i&#x6c;&#x74;&#111;:&#x6d;&#101;m&#x62;&#x65;&#114;s&#x68;&#105;p&#x40;&#x69;&#110;s&#x75;&#x6c;&#97;&#x74;&#x69;&#111;n&#x2e;&#x6f;&#114;g\">membership&#64;insulation&#46;or&#103;<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-629-2\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-629-2-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-629-2-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"4\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2><strong>Maximizing Your Convention Experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Tips and To-Dos Before Convention<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/location\/hotel-reservations\/\">Book your hotel room before March 7<\/a>\u2014which is the cut-off date for NIA\u2019s discounted room block.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2020\/register\/\">Consider bringing your spouse or a guest<\/a>\u2014normally, about 40% of people bring someone along. If your spouse or guest would like to receive Convention attendee emails specifically for guests, please email his or her email address to <a href=\"mailto:event&#115;&#64;&#105;&#110;&#115;&#117;&#108;&#97;&#116;&#105;&#111;&#110;&#46;&#111;&#114;&#x67;.\"><em>&#101;&#x76;&#101;&#x6e;&#116;&#x73;&#64;&#x69;n&#x73;u&#x6c;a&#x74;i&#111;&#x6e;&#46;&#x6f;&#114;&#x67;<\/em>.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2020\/schedule\/\">Plan to arrive by Tuesday, March 29\u2014<\/a>events on Wednesday start at 7:30 a.m.<\/li>\n<li>Pack casual attire\u2014suggestions range from dressy casual to business casual, such as khakis, golf shirts, etc. Comfortable shoes are recommended as well as jackets and sweaters for possible outdoor events.<\/li>\n<li>Bring plenty of business cards and carry them with you\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2020\/networking\/networking-events\/\">networking is a key component of NIA\u2019s Convention<\/a>. You can also connect with new members through the Convention app.<\/li>\n<li>Make contact with a Membership Committee member when they reach out to you and learn about the Annual Convention through our Ambassador Program.<\/li>\n<li>Look for an attendee email from NIA about a week before the Convention\u2014it has last-minute details that will help you be better prepared for the Convention.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Tips and To-Dos During Convention<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure to attend the Convention First-Timer and VIP Reception on Wednesday. This event is specially designed for first-time attendees (more information is below).<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t miss NIA\u2019s meal events\u2014many of your meals are included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Wednesday; breakfast on Thursday: and breakfast and dinner on Friday; plus amazing desserts and drinks at the Hosted Dessert Hospitality Suites, which are open to everyone.<\/li>\n<li>Use those business cards you packed\u2014time to make business connections.<\/li>\n<li>Be ready to tell fellow attendees about yourself and your company\u2014your badge will help identify you as a first-timer and our members are friendly.<\/li>\n<li>Speak up if you have questions\u2014industry-specific sessions are an ideal place for questions and sharing information. Most industry sessions are open, and all are welcome to attend and participate.<\/li>\n<li>Share your Convention highlights with colleagues and on social media\u2014we have a hashtag! #NIAmeets<\/li>\n<li>Stop by the NIA Registration Desk or find a NIA staff person for any on-site questions you might have\u2014they are happy to assist you. Look for the staff ribbon on their badges.<\/li>\n<li>Attend the session that matches your company\u2019s membership category. Note that some of the sessions have speakers too, and closed meetings are indicated on the schedule. To learn more general information about committees, <a href=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/membership\/committees-minutes\/\">click here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-629-3\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-629-3-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-629-3-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"5\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2><strong>Exclusive Events and Programs for New Members and First-Time Attendees<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-497\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/Networking_VIPreception-300x213.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/Networking_VIPreception-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/Networking_VIPreception-768x546.jpg 768w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/Networking_VIPreception-1024x729.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/Networking_VIPreception.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Convention First-Timer and VIP Reception<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Wednesday, March 30<br \/>\n<\/strong>If this is your first NIA Convention, be sure to RSVP to this invitation-only cocktail reception where you'll have the opportunity to network with NIA leadership and industry leaders, and fellow members of NIA. Meet and make friends or new contacts before continuing to dinner. Invitations are required. To ensure your invitation to this special event, be sure to check the \"First Convention\" box when you register.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-629-4\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-629-4-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-629-4-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"6\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2><strong>Helpful Tips after Convention<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<ul>\n<li>Follow up and reach out to any new connections you made during your time at Convention.<\/li>\n<li>Complete the online Convention attendee survey that will be emailed after Convention\u2014honest feedback helps us make the event better for all attendees.<\/li>\n<li>Keep an eye out for the post-Convention email\u2014this communication will include information about the speaker presentations made during the event.\n<p>Save the date for future NIA events: NIA\u2019s 67<sup>th<\/sup> Annual Convention: March 15\u201317, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort &amp; Spa in Maui, Hawaii.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>What the Pros Say about Attending NIA Meetings!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-629-5\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-629-5-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-629-5-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"7\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-712 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/09\/Cooper1-265x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"133\" height=\"151\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/09\/Cooper1-265x300.jpg 265w, https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/09\/Cooper1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 133px) 100vw, 133px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tips from Cooper Killion, Young Professional Advisory Committee (YPAC) Chair, and <\/strong><strong>Marketing Director, Shook and Fletcher Insulation Co.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t be shy\u2014introduce yourself to as many people as possible! You\u2019ll find that NIA is a very welcoming and friendly environment.<\/li>\n<li>Come to the YPAC* events\u2014I guarantee you can find someone who will make sure you\u2019ll have a great time!<\/li>\n<li>Attend every conference session and networking event that you can so that you and your company get the maximum value possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>*YPAC is for NIA members who are 40 years old or younger, or have been in the industry for less than 5 years. <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-629-5-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-629-5-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"8\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-905 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2021\/08\/Matt-Caldwell-116x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"129\" height=\"167\" \/>Tips from Matt Caldwell, NIA Board of Directors, SEICA Representative, Membership Committee Chair, Caldwell Insulation, Inc., Powder Springs, Georgia<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Relationships\u2014Nothing has been more valuable to me personally than the personal relationships I have been able to make through my NIA participation.\u00a0Having an ally who lives the same life as I do and walks the same path as I do has proven helpful in many situations over the years.<\/li>\n<li>Exposure &amp; Participation\u2014Actively working in this association shows others my support of the industry that provides our living and that of my family.\u00a0Don\u2019t just take from it, give to it.\u00a0 It is such a rewarding process to give back to this great industry.<\/li>\n<li>The People\u2014What can I say\u2026This is an industry that is made up of GREAT people.\u00a0You don\u2019t really recognize the level of professionalism and knowledge that the participants in NIA bring to the table until you come out and meet them.\u00a0Wow, we have great members.\u00a0I am truly honored to work and learn alongside these men and women.\u00a0There is never a meeting that I don\u2019t go back home being proud of my occupation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-629-5-2\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-629-5-2-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"9\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-651\" src=\"https:\/\/insulation.org\/convention2022\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2019\/08\/JoeLeo-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/> Tips from Joseph Leo, NIA Assistant Treasurer, and President, Atlantic Contracting &amp; Specialties, LLC, Hicksville, NY<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You made a decision to come to the convention, SO BE AT THE CONVENTION\u2014instead of having your mind on your business operations 24\/7, you must try to turn that off and focus on fully attending the convention and all that it offers.<\/li>\n<li>Always carry business cards with you, even at the pool.<\/li>\n<li>Go to all the orientation sessions and first-timer events.<\/li>\n<li>Network, it is what you\u2019re there for!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For new members, first-time attendees, or anyone wanting to get the most out of NIA\u2019s 66th Annual Convention, March 30\u2013April 1, 2022, at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort &amp; Spa, we have some helpful advice and insider tips for you. 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