Gamblers or not, those that plan to attend IHRSA's 23rd Annual Trade Show and Convention in Sin City are sure to be winners. The event, which will be held March 22 to 25 at the Las Vegas Hilton, in Las Vegas, will focus on the concept of leadership and how it applies to the industry. With more than 400 exhibitors, three keynote speakers and six feature presentations, it's a sure bet that the anticipated 8,000 attendees from more than 70 countries will get more than they expect from the event.
The theme of “leadership” is nothing less than perfect, as the highlight of the gathering will be a presentation by Rudy Giuliani, the man declared “the nation's mayor” following the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001. After guiding our country through the difficult time with poise and strength, Giuliani wrote “Leadership,” a New York Times' bestseller and founded Giuliani Partners, a management consulting firm that helps decision makers in both the private and public sectors operate more effectively in daily operations, as well as long-term planning. Make sure you don't miss the opportunity to hear Giuliani speak on Tuesday, March 23 at 9:00 a.m.
Daniel Goleman and Bill Novelli will also give keynote speeches. Goleman is author of “Emotional Intelligence,” a New York Times bestseller, and co-chairman of the Consortium for Research on Emotional Intelligence. On Wednesday, March 24 at 8:30 a.m., he will focus on the insight each of us needs to understand our strengths and weaknesses so that we can work successfully with others. Novelli, the executive director and CEO of AARP, the non-profit, nonpartisan membership organization with 35 million members age 50 and older, will discuss political leadership on Thursday, March 25 at 9:00 a.m.
Along with the keynote speakers, six feature presentations geared toward every club representative will be given. Joe Theismann, former NFL quarterback and on-air sports personality, will use his entertaining style to focus on “Managing to Win,” while Dr. Bob Arnot, the medical voice of NBC news will present on how we can all be our personal best. For those independent club owners, Jack Faris, president and CEO of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), will speak on the power of small business and Barbara Harris, editorial voice of Shape magazine, will pinpoint the seven elements that her publication considers the benchmark of total fitness. Other speakers include Dr. Jim Loehr, author of “The Power of Full Engagement,” and Pamela Peeke, M.D, M.P.H., fitness expert.
While in the educational mindset during the four days of the IHRSA event, you can also attend any of the 80 seminars, panels and forums covering 12 different instructive tracks. The tracks include fitness and personal training, healthcare and wellness, human resources, leadership, sales and marketing, supplier seminars, tennis, management and operations, member service and retention, programming and community development, spa and special populations. Each session is presented by leading authorities on the topic, including club representatives, authors and special interest groups, and several sessions will be repeated to ensure that every attendee has an opportunity to hear the information from the speakers.
If all of this educational instruction sounds a bit overwhelming, then make sure to hit up the more relaxed activities of the event. On Tuesday, March 23 at 7:35 a.m., SPRI Products is sponsoring a Kickbox/Core Training class by Jazzercise, while on Wednesday, March 24 at 6:30 a.m., The Pilates Coach is sponsoring a Pilates class. Also, on Wednesday and Thursday mornings, an early morning workout sponsored by IDEA Health and Fitness Association will be held at 6:30 a.m. Another fun option is working on your golf swing during the golf outing at Canyon Gate Country Club. This activity is on Monday, March 22 at 7 a.m. and requires pre-registration.
We can't forget about the trade show itself. With more than 400 exhibitors, you will be able to check out the latest innovations in equipment, products and other services for your club. Even if you aren't looking to invest in the latest goods, the show is a great opportunity to meet those representatives in the industry that you might be working with in the future.
Networking opportunities will be readily available during the trade show and at other times, like during “AQUA,” IHRSA's opening reception. The event takes place on Monday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m., where poolside cocktails will be abundant amongst the sounds of jazz and blues throughout the evening. And as a farewell to Sin City, make sure to attend “ICE,” the grand finale of the convention on Thursday, March 24 at 4:00 p.m.
We all know what Las Vegas is famous for — cheap thrills, quickie weddings, fast dice, glitz and glamour — and because of these things, more than often the odds are not in our favor. But, one thing is for sure, among the bright lights and heavy betting in Las Vegas, you're sure to get more than you banked on at the 2004 IHRSA Convention and Trade Show.
1:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Trade Show
6:30 a.m. — 8:30 a.m.
Early Morning Workout and Exercise Classes
11:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.
Trade Show
6:30 a.m. — 8:30 a.m.
Early Morning Workout and Exercise Classes
10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Trade Show
7:00 a.m. — Noon
Golf Outing Canyon Gate Country Club
(Pre-Registration Requested)
8:30 a.m. — Noon
Concurrent Sessions
12:15 p.m. — 1:45 p.m.
Open Forum: Leadership*
2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.
Open Forum: Management and Operations*
2:00 p.m. — 3:45 p.m.
Independent Club Council Meeting (by invitation)
4:00 p.m. — 5:30 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
4:00 p.m. — 5:45 p.m.
Industry Leadership Council Meeting (by invitation)
6:30 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.
Feature Presentation: “The Power of Full Engagement” — Dr. Jim Loehr, LGE Performance Systems
7:30 p.m. — 10:00 p.m.
Opening Reception: “Aqua”
8:30 a.m. — 9:00 a.m.
IHRSA Annual Meeting and Awards Presentation
9:00 a.m. — 10:00 a.m.
General Session “Leadership” — Rudy Giuliani
10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
VIP Event with Rudy Giuliani (by invitation)
10:30 a.m. — Noon
Concurrent Sesssions
10:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
Global Industry Summit “First, Break All the Rules” — Marcus Buckingham (by invitation)
1:00 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.
8th Annual IHRSA Financial Panel: The Latest Debt and Equity Perspectives On the Fitness Industry
2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.
Open Forums: Member Service and Retention; Sales and Marketing; Management and Operations*
2:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.
Tennis Forum
4:00 p.m. — 5:30 p.m.
Open Forums: Sales and Marketing; Programming and Community Development*
6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Fitness Management Nova7 Awards Presentation and Reception
6:00 p.m. — 7:30 p.m.
New England Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (NEHRSA) Reception (by invitation)
7:00 p.m. — 9:30 p.m.
Planet IHRSA International Attendees Reception (by invitation)
7:30 p.m. — 10:00 p.m.
Government Relations VIP Dinner (by invitation)
8:30 a.m. — 9:30 a.m.
General Session “Emotional Intelligence” — Daniel Goleman
9:45 a.m. — Noon
Feature Presentations
Noon — 1:30 p.m.
Open Forums: Leadership; Management and Operations*
2:00 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
4:00 p.m. — 5:30 p.m.
Open Forums: Management and Operations; Human Resources*
6:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
California Clubs of Distinction (CCD) Reception (by invitation)
8:30 a.m. — 9:00 a.m.
IHRSA Awards Presentation, ACE Fitness Professional of the Year Awards
9:00 a.m. — 10:00 a.m.
General Session: “Active Aging: A Marathon and a Spirit” — Bill Novelli, AARP
10:30 a.m. — Noon
Concurrent Sessions
2:30 p.m. — 3:30 p.m.
Concurrent Sessions
4:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Grand Finale: Ice
*For all Open Forums, pre-registration is requested.
| EXHIBITOR | BOOTH NUMBERS |
|---|---|
| MembersFirst | 2141 |
| Philips Medical Systems | 2019 |
| Zoll Medical Corporation | 2043 |
| HRH Insurance | 1742 |
| BookingPlus Inc. | 1351 |
| CYBEX International Inc. | 239 |
| Zoom Rooms | 240 |
| Island Oasis | 2210 |
| Graham Meus Inc. Architects | 1750 |
| Hoffman Insurance Services | 1948 |
| Sasaki Associates Inc. | 1149 |
| International Fitness Club | 2715 |
| Healthy Inspirations | 2239 |
| SwimEx Inc. | 1749 |
| WaterRower Inc. | 2205 |
| M-F Athletic Company & Perform | 1747 |
| CONCEPT2 | 1939;1941 |
| Green Mountain Coffee Roasters | 2105 |
| Aqua Massage International | 1401 |
| FitLinxx | 1313 |
| UCS Inc. | 2109 |
| Fabiano Designs International | 2515 |
| Creative Agency Group | 1845 |
| Landice Tradmill | 1550 |
| Spa Partners | 2905 |
| The Ramp Company | 2539 |
| Sales Makers | 2614 |
| Air Structures | 2503 |
| Sussman Lifestyle Group | 2729 |
| EBM Publications | 2811 |
| Fitness Equipment Depot | 2747 |
| Sportsbeat Inc. | |
| POLAR | 1007 |
| Fit Digital | 2208 |
| Pawling Corporation | 2153 |
| Mateflex | 1645 |
| Steam Sauna | 1649 |
| Powerhouse Pilates | 2027 |
| ClubCom/Cardio Theater | 938 |
| Strive Smart Strength | 2419 |
| CSSI Resilient Surfacing | 1253 |
| EVERLAST Performance Flooring | 1050 |
| The Physician's Resource for | 2712 |
| Philadelphia Insurance | 2846 |
| Vortex Fitness Equipment | 1309 |
| FitSync | 2844 |
| BIOMETRICS Nutrition & Fitness | 1838 |
| ActivTrax LLC | 1609 |
| Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins | 2612 |
| Gerstung | 1738 |
| Conexion | 1943 |
| Treeforms Inc. | 1310 |
| AM-FINN Sauna Co. | 2830 |
| Retention Management | 1821 |
| Sports & Fitness Insurance | 1215 |
| Soft Play L.L.C. | 1647 |
| Contec Inc. | 2047 |
| Banana Bakana | 1250 |
| Body Training Systems | 1839 |
| GETMEMBERS.com | 2812 |
| Admiral's Casual Furniture | 1651 |
| Oxygen Fitness Wear | 2810 |
| Magnetic Automation Corp. | 1849 |
| Diesel Fitness Equipment Inc. | 2431 |
| Blue Fish Active Wear | 2719 |
| Pilates Method Alliance | 2046 |
| Hydrorider by Coco Consulting | 2828 |
| POLESTAR Pilates | 1926;1924 |
| Hydro-Massage | 1701 |
| Worldwide Sport Nutrition | 2042 |
| Tropic Craft | 2242 |
| MedX Core Spinal Fitness | 1201 |
| Novagrass International Inc. | 2348 |
| Power Systems Inc. | 1905 |
| CheckFree Corporation | 1039 |
| QuanComm | 2346 |
| Trackmaster Fitness | 1709 |
| Fair Financial Services | 1748 |
| BOSU | 2439 |
| Tune Belt Inc. | 1641 |
| Nebula Fitness Equipment | |
| Exerflex | 1538 |
| RenoSys Corporation | 1303 |
| Mustang Company | 1746 |
| MorFam Inc. | 2247 |
| K & K Insurance Group Inc. | 1245 |
| Polaroid ID Systems | 2505 |
| United Leasing Inc. | 2146 |
| Commercial Building & | 1405 |
| NuStep Inc. | 1613 |
| Stone Soap Company Inc. | 1819 |
| Powerhouse Gyms International | 1803 |
| ITE/HEX | 1510 |
| Connor Sports Flooring Corp. | 2542 |
| Goalsetter Systems Inc. | 2814 |
| Magnum Fitness Systems | 1909 |
| Woodway USA | 1001 |
| Athletic Business | 2244 |
| McArthur Towel & Sports | 2252 |
| UniMac | 1252 |
| Speed Queen | 1400 |
| Nicros Inc. | 1305 |
| Yeadon Fabric Domes Inc. | 2118 |
| New Leaf Health & Fitness | 2338 |
| SAFE-O-MAT Locks | 1840 |
| Extreme Degree Fitness | 2711 |
| Club Marketing & Management | 1151 |
| Tanita Corporation of America | 1402 |
| CorePole Inc. | 2125 |
| Grainger | 2513 |
| SPRI Products Inc. | 2119 |
| Life Fitness | 219 |
| Human Kinetics /Active Living | 2248 |
| Intek Strength | 1551 |
| TANCO/The Tan Company | 1901 |
| Airex | 2200;2051 |
| TRUE Fitness Technology Inc. | 807 |
| Affiliated Acceptance | 2126 |
| A & J Wholesale Mirrors Inc. | 2511 |
| Club Industry | 1249 |
| NSCA Certification Commission | 1847 |
| Pellerin Milnor | |
| Body Masters Sports | 1119 |
| ABC Financial Services Inc. | 1239 |
| It Figures LLC | 2739 |
| SCIFIT | 1439 |
| Hollman Inc. | 1739 |
| Legacy Lockers | 2507 |
| Sports Solutions Inc. | 2233 |
| Source Distributors/Cateye | 2813 |
| Quik n' Crispy | |
| The Amenities Company | 2832 |
| Mondo USA | 1546 |
| Visual Fitness Planner | 2818 |
| TKO Sports Group Inc. | 1101;2619 |
| Aphelion Inc. | 1848 |
| Pro Maxima M.F.G. | 2749 |
| Troy Barbell & Fitness | 1413 |
| CSI Software | 1045 |
| Cap Barbell Inc. | 2609 |
| Aspen Information Systems Inc | 2342 |
| X-Vest | 2544 |
| Quantum Fitness Corporation | 801 |
| Ready Care Industries | 2149 |
| Nautilus Health & Fitness | 519 |
| Jewell Insurance Associates | 1209 |
| Koala Corporation | |
| Maui Wowi Hawaiian Blends | 2947 |
| ASF International | 1013 |
| Ohlson Lavoie Collaborative | 2238 |
| Body Bar Systems Inc. | 1350 |
| Club Performance Network | 1611 |
| EAS | 2839 |
| Ball Dynamics International | 2735 |
| A Best Enterprises Inc. | 1409 |
| FreeMotion Fitness | 918;819 |
| TRUE Nutrition | 2049 |
| Pneumex Inc. | |
| Fitness Equipment Source | 1500 |
| Power Music | 2346;2728 |
| Korr Medical Technologies | 201 |
| Synergie By Dynatronics | 2241 |
| In The Paint | 2245 |
| NutriScan | 2842 |
| Tyree Strength Systems Inc. | 2602 |
| BeActive Sports Marketing | 2714 |
| Remuda Ranch Treatment Program | 2111 |
| Computer Outfitters | 1844 |
| BetaData Systems Inc. | 1314 |
| MATRIX Fitness Systems Inc. | 1619 |
| drj designs inc. | 1949 |
| Anti-Oxidant Laser Scanner | 2818;2101 |
| The Pilates Coach | 2023 |
| Fitness Management Magazine | 1348 |
| Prophecy Messenger | 2943 |
| Elixir Tonics & Teas | 2040 |
| Paramount Fitness Corp. | 1326 |
| DMX MUSIC | 1246 |
| Power Plate North America | 1501 |
| DIRECTV | 1643 |
| GYMPRO | 2814 |
| YogaFit Training Systems | 1942 |
| Wai Lana Yoga | 2005 |
| Bodyblade/Hymanson Inc. | 2300 |
| Plastic Display Lead Box Co. | 2148 |
| Hitech Trainer | 2613 |
| InFlight Fitness | 2443 |
| Card Integrators | 1312 |
| Ivanko Barbell Co. | 1109 |
| Lonseal Flooring | 2847 |
| BroadcastVision | 1419 |
| Personal Training on the Net | 2948 |
| A-1 Textiles & Hospitality | 2723 |
| Icarian Fitness Equipment | 1127 |
| TPC Education Group | 1821;2327;2048 |
| Aerobics & Fitness Association | 1946 |
| FITGEAR | 2646 |
| D S Technologies | |
| CEMCO Physical Fitness | 2039 |
| FitCentric Technologies Inc. | 1247 |
| Ideal Products | 2610 |
| TUFF STUFF | 2031 |
| Maxion Design | 2139 |
| Fitness & Wellness Insurance A | 2908 |
| American Specialty Health | 2045 |
| American Council On Exercise | 1539 |
| efi Sports Medicine | 2211 |
| HOIST Fitness Systems Inc. | 1831 |
| Full Swing Golf Inc. | 2411 |
| Gym Systems | 2142;2146 |
| Fitness Outlet Inc. | 2200 |
| Flex Fitness Inc. | 1631 |
| Star Trac | 503 |
| Langdon Wilson Architecture | 2025 |
| Summit Cycles | 2633 |
| Venus Textiles | 2708 |
| VersaClimber/VersaPulley | 1051 |
| HeartSine Technologies Inc. | 2606 |
| Sports Display Inc. | 1147 |
| Mother's Intuition-Stretch | 2725 |
| Iron Grip Barbell Company | 1139 |
| innofit inc - Power Strength | 2001 |
| Dr. Smoothie | 1542 |
| Hampton Fitness Products | 1501;1101 |
| AGM Group/Aeromat | 1922 |
| Apex Fitness Group | 1509 |
| Centaur Floor Systems LLC | 1211 |
| Fitnus Chart Series | 1846 |
| NO SLACK! Gravity Challenge | |
| GP Industries Inc. | 1703 |
| Keiser | 1431 |
| MicroFit Inc. | 2334 |
| Trixter North America Inc. | 2301 |
| Joel B. Cantor AIA Architect | 2246 |
| Jenkins/Athens Insurance | 1947 |
| Life Measurement Inc. | 1313 |
| Salutron Inc. | 1843 |
| Club Resource Group | 950 |
| Harbinger | 2227 |
| PowerBar Inc. | 2305 |
| Dosho Design Inc. | 2633 |
| California Clubs of | 1846 |
| Digilock | 1842 |
| First Service | 1823 |
| Petra Hygienic Systems | 2809 |
| AV Now Inc. | 1743 |
| City Blends Inc. | 2327 |
| Balanced Body Pilates | 1919 |
| Fitness Pak, A Division of | 1918 |
| Classic Woodworking Inc. | 2743 |
| RB Rubber Products Inc. | 2249 |
| Entre Prises Climbing Walls | 2122 |
| Peak Performance | 1639 |
| Precor Inc. | 638 |
| SportsArt America | 1339 |
| Health Care International | 1451 |
| Technogym USA Corp. | 201 |
| Shuttle Systems by | 2547 |
| TMI Salt Pure Corporation | 1346 |
| Teeter Hang Ups | 2731 |
| Cascade Fitness Technologies | 1751 |
| Uranium Fitness | 1839 |
| Brudden Technology | 2629;1801 |
| BodyCycle/Millenium Fitness | 2100 |
| Susan K. Bailey Advertising | 2824 |
| Visual Sports Systems | |
| FITDV Inc. | 2608 |
| Kidzpace | 1301 |
| STOTT PILATES | 1519 |
| i2.ca | 1710 |
| Spider Court Inc. | 1851 |
| Fitter International Inc. | 2629 |
| CRS Products International | 2730 |
| DINOFLEX Manufacturing LTD. | 1825 |
| North West Rubber | 2822 |
| International Play Company | 2946 |
| Sports Mark | 2147 |
| Muscle Marketing USA | 2639 |
| Hur | 2219 |
| h/p/cosmos sports & medical | 2113 |
| The Big Sports Co. LTD | 901 |
| Dynaforce Marketing Pte Ltd. | 2710 |
| Pavigym - Pemarsa | 2251 |
| Taiwan Kuo Wei Enterprise Co | 1752 |