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Attendee Enthusiasm Drives Schedulers & Dispatchers to New Level
January 25, 2007
More than 2,400 people attended the NBAA 18th Annual Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Conference held from January 21 to 24 in Phoenix, AZ, an increase of more than 9 percent over last year's total and a new attendance record. Attendee enthusiasm was high throughout the three days of educational sessions, which focused on topics to help schedulers and dispatchers improve productivity and create a world-class workplace.
The event attracted many newcomers this year, with close to 250 Attendees indicating that they are first-time participants, a 25-percent increase. Additionally, the number of Exhibitors increased from 322 in 2006 to 351 in 2007, a 9-percent gain and the most booths ever sold for this event. Reflecting the growth and success of the show, NBAA for the first time produced two Conference publications: the Show Program & Directory of Exhibiting Companies and the on-site newsletter Dispatch Daily.
The NBAA 19th Annual Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference will take place from January 29 to February 1, 2008, in Savannah, GA. Learn more about Conference highlights by reviewing the articles, photos, podcasts and Attendee testimonials on this web page.
NBAA Recognizes 18 Individuals for Professional Development Achievements
January 24, 2007
NBAA and its Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee have recognized 18 individuals for their achievement in the NBAA Schedulers Professional Development Program (SPDP). Since its founding in 2001, the program has had more than 500 course completions. More.
How Schedulers on the Edge Can Cope
January 24, 2007
For schedulers, dispatchers and others involved in high-pressure professions, there is a fine line between being highly productive and harried. A Conference session titled "Performing On the Edge & Staying in Control" helped Attendees understand the social and psychological dynamics of stressful situations and how to avoid becoming emotionally distraught when the heat is on. Read full article.
Reporter Offers Tips on How to Deal with Media
January 24, 2007
On the second day of the Conference, schedulers and dispatchers had a rare opportunity to learn from a veteran industry reporter the way the media works – and what it might mean for a flight department involved in an incident. Read full article.
NBAA Announces Six Recipients of Schedulers & Dispatchers Scholarship
January 23, 2007
NBAA and its Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee granted $40,000 in scholarship funds to six individuals seeking to advance their aviation careers through continuing education. All scholarship presentations were made during the NBAA 18th Annual Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference in Phoenix. Learn more.
Six Professionals Receive Schedulers & Dispatchers Training Scholarship
January 23, 2007
NBAA and its Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee granted training awards to six recipients of the 2007 Schedulers & Dispatchers Training Scholarship. Learn more.
NBAA Announces Canadian Scholarship Recipient
January 23, 2007
NBAA and its Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee granted $5,000 in scholarship funds to a Canadian resident seeking to advance her aviation career through continuing education. Learn more.
ATC Session Provides Tips on Expediting Flights
January 24, 2007
Attendees at the ATC Hot Topics session learned that there are tools and techniques that proactive schedulers and dispatchers can use to stay abreast of changing ATC conditions, help minimize flight delays and assure that trips stay on track. Read full article.
Freiberg Challenges Attendees to Never Stop Learning and Improving
January 22, 2007
Dr. Kevin Freiberg, the acclaimed author, business consultant, executive coach and professional speaker, challenged Attendees during Monday’s Opening General Session (OGS) to help create a culture within their companies that energizes people and makes them come to work fully engaged and ready to make a difference. Read full article.
Record Numbers of Schedulers Expected in Phoenix This Week
January 22, 2007
The NBAA 18th Annual Schedulers & Dispatchers (S&D) Conference today kicked off three days of information sessions with a keynote address by best-selling author Kevin Freiberg, who spoke about ways to create a world-class workplace. More than 2,300 Attendees registered by the first day of the Conference, which is one of business aviation's premier events. Close to 250 Attendees indicated that they are first-time participants in the Conference, a 25-percent increase over the previous year’s first-timer total. Additionally, Exhibitor booths increased from 322 in 2006 to 351 in 2007, a 9-percent gain and the most booths ever sold for this event. Articles, photos and presentations will be posted here throughout this week, check back often! |
We asked some 2007 Attendees, "What brings you to the 2007 Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference, and what do you hope to gain from participating?"
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Dan Nodorf, Showalter Flying Service, Orlando, FL
"We came because it’s a perfect opportunity to hit our target market, to bring new business into the FBO. We will make a lot of new contacts and meet existing customers who we don’t get to see face-to-face during the year."
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Shirley Bates, Viking Range Corp., Greenwood, MS
(first-time Attendee)
"I have only been in the business about a year, so any information I can get is great. I am particularly interested in the STMP & Ski Country Operations session [because] Viking is sponsoring a golf tournament for the first time, and we also participate in the Masters, so we have to deal with STMPs."
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