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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28
11:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Welcome Luncheon with Keynote Speaker, The Honorable Congressman John J. "Jimmy" Duncan, Jr. (R-TN)
Congressman Duncan, a 13-term Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, is a former Chairman of the House Subcommittee on Aviation and staunch advocate of small businesses. Mr. Duncan once again introduced legislation at the beginning of the 112th Congress, H.R. 1474, that would reduce unfair government competition with the private sector, including small businesses.
12:45 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Table-Top Displays and Refreshment Break
1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
General Aviation and Infrastructure & Investment Coalition Leadership Update
Moderator
Mr. Michael Scheeringa, President, Signature Flight Support
Panelists:
Mr. Greg Arnold, President and CEO, TAC Air
Mr. Clive Lowe, Vice President of Business Development, Atlantic Aviation
Mr. Jim Hopkins, Vice President of Sales and Charter, Landmark Aviation
Mr. Greg Principato, President, Airports Council International-North America
The GAIIC was formed to address the growing concern that investment in GA facilities is being inhibited today. Short-term leases at many airports do not enable FBOs to take advantage of normal commercial tax rules and lending practices regarding depreciation and amortization that incentivize investment and economic growth. This session will provide you with a detailed review of the scope and purpose of the coalition as well as the coalition's strategy for the upcoming year.
2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Table-Top Displays and Refreshment Break
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Future of Avgas
Moderator
Mr. Mike France, Director of Regulatory Affairs, NATA
Panelists:
Mr. Walter Desrosier, Vice President of Engineering & Maintenance, GAMA
Mr. Rob Hackman, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, AOPA
Mr. Mark Rumizen, Aviation Fuel Specialist, FAA
The future of leaded aviation gasoline remains uncertain. Lawsuits in California against FBOs for selling avgas and the EPA's ongoing work regarding lead emission from aircraft continue to add to the fear that avgas is going to "disappear." Hear from industry experts who are responding to this issue, including everything from the current state of the EPA's rulemaking on lead emissions to the work of the FAA-chartered Unleaded Avgas Transition ARC. With all the rumors and uninformed proclamations flying around, you don't want to miss this opportunity to get the answers you need to plan for the future.
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Cocktail Reception and Table-Top Displays
7:00 p.m. - evening
NATA Industry Excellence Awards Presentation and Dinner
NATA will present its seven awards to the exceptional individuals and companies that have worked hard to improve the general aviation community.
Airport Executive Partnership, sponsored by AIRPORT BUSINESS Magazine
Aviation Journalism
Excellence in Pilot Training
FAA Customer Service Excellence
ATP/NATA General Aviation Service Technician, sponsored by Aircraft Technical Publishers
Distinguished Service
William A. "Bill" Ong Memorial
THURSDAY, MARCH 29
7:00 a.m - 8:30 a.m.
Leadership Breakfast and Oil Company Perspective Session
Moderator
James K. Coyne, President and CEO, NATA
Panelists:
Mr. Joel Hirst, Vice President Sales East, Avfuel Corporation
Mr. Marty Hiller, President, World Fuel Services
Mr. Bryan Faria, Manager of General Aviation, ConocoPhillips
With the prospects of a double-dip economic recession looming and continuing concerns about the availability of aviation gasoline, listen to key leaders from the aviation fuel industry address the latest issues confronting the GA community.
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Refreshment Break
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Business Solutions for Strategic Growth by Disney Institute
Sponsored by World Fuel Services
The presentation by Disney Institute will focus on the impact of the current economy on the industry, how businesses plan for new strategic growth and business solutions for attendees to adapt from Disney best practices. You will learn how alignment of the organizational identity can be used in the development of any new product or service and understanding the use of alignment in strategic risk taking and decision making. Gain a greater understanding of the importance for your bottom line in providing employees with a supportive environment to create pride in the organization and retain quality employees during difficult times.
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