The quarterly publication of the International Legal Technology Association
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August 26-30, 2012 Gaylord National Resort ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO DC (America's Capital/Amazing City) Our high-energy theme is woven into the entire conference experience. ILTA 2012 is a low-cost, high-value event for your organization and for you personally. WHY ATTEND? _____________________________________ AMAZING CONTENT TO DEVELOP COLLABORATIVELY Session content is entirely peer-developed. Our expert speakers come from within ILTA ranks and from other industries. There are varied session formats to address all learning types: peoples' choice, hands-on, keynotes, traditional "lecture-style" presentations, roundtables/panels, workshops and more! There are varied levels of interaction and audience participation — hear from subject-matter experts and interact with them. Collaboration and social media opportunities are offered pre-conference and while onsite. Our keynotes will include: • Innovation at the Intersection of Disciplines and Cultures – Using the cultural differences between "legal" and "technology" to move forward – Frans Johansson • Beyond Brainstorming: Planning for the Unknown in an Uncertain World – Interactive problem-solving workshop – Tom Koulopoulos • Leading Change in a Fast-Paced, Technological and Multigenerational Workplace – Cheryl Cran _____________________________________ • Lessons from the CCO (Chief Comedy Officer) – Don McMillan ANOTHER CHANCE TO DISCOVER CONNECTIONS The myriad networking opportunities provide numerous forums to discuss topics of interest with your peers and to develop professional contacts. You get access to top level legal industry vendors all in one place. _____________________________________ ADVANCED CURRICULUM TO DELIVER COLLECTIVELY We're increasing the amount of sessions targeted directly to C-level ILTA members. Sessions will have a clear strategic point-of-view, structured to challenge the thought processes of C-level attendees and aspiring managers. Sessions will include: • 10 Reasons Why Terms Like "Practice Support" "Knowledge Management" and "Financial Services" Miss the Point • Transitioning IT Metrics to Topics the Chairman Cares About • AFA 2.0: Advanced Topics on AFAs • Why ROI Is a Bogus Measure of Technology Success and What Should Replace It • Why IT Doesn't Matter and KM Matters Even Less • A Roadmap to Successful Integration of All Data in the Firm _____________________________________ (applies to members only) The registration fee is $1,095 per person. The fee covers your materials, attendance at all sessions and events, including breakfast and lunch each day, and dinner each evening except Wednesday. The nightly room rate is $219 + $15 resort fee (covers Internet access, fitness center, in-room coffee and water bottles). You should plan to arrive on Sunday, August 26 and depart on Friday, August 31 to take full advantage of all sessions and networking events. The rate is extended for three days prior to and after the conference dates. GROUND TRANSPORTATION: Cab from Dulles: 45-minute cab ride Cab from Reagan: 15-minute cab ride SuperShuttle: $19 one way, $38 per person, round trip, $85 for exclusive car service, booked in advance BUDGETING FOR ILTA 2012 _____________________________________ _____________________________________ OUR VENUE Our conference venue this year is the Gaylord National Resort and Conference Center, near Washington, D.C. Its bountiful amenities include a waterfront promenade and Gaylord National Pier, with access to water taxies to Georgetown and Old Town Alexandria. Take a quick tour of the beautiful property and meeting space online at www.gaylordnational.com. Member attendees will be provided with a link to reserve rooms at the Gaylord National when they register for conference. ___________________________________ Peer to Peer 119