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  2008 ASA Annual Conference

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Thank you to our First Class Sponsors:


Program

All ASA 2008 events (with the exception of the Golf Tournament) will be held
at the Paris-Las Vegas Hotel and Casino.

Saturday
July 26


Sunday
July 27


Monday
July 28


Tuesday
July 29


Saturday, July 26


8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Quality Assurance Committee Meeting
Sponsored by Western Air International

    The Quality Assurance Committee (QAC) meets twice each year to discuss quality assurance policies, to improve practices and to provide methods that ensure the safe exchange of aviation parts and materials. Only ASA members in good standing who have attended two of the previous three QAC meetings are eligible to vote.

    Attendance is open to all conference participants at no additional charge, but separate registration is required.

    Register Now!

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Registration


Sunday, July 27


6:15 am - 2:00 pm
Bill Cote Memorial Golf Tournament
Location - TBA
Sponsored by Volvo Aero Services, LP

    The ASA Golf Tournament is dedicated to a great friend of ASA and the industry, Bill Cote.

    Transportation to and from the Paris Hotel will be provided, departing at 6:15 am. Practice greens open at 6:45 am, and the tournament begins at 7:30 am. Complimentary breakfast will be provided at the course. Following the tournament, there will be an awards ceremony, including a complimentary lunch for all golfers.

    Register Now! Registration for the golf tournament requires an additional fee.

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Registration


6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Welcome Dinner
Sponsored by Inventory Locator Service, LLC


Monday, July 28
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7:00 am
2008 Exhibit Hall Opens
    Please join us for the opening of our 2008 Exhibit Hall to see the newest products and services that are driving growth and innovation in the aviation industry.

7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Registration


7:00 am - 8:00 am
Continental Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall



8:00 am - 9:30 am
OPENING GENERAL SESSION

    Opening Remarks & Keynote Presentation
  • Michele Dickstein, President, Aviation Suppliers Association
  • Gregory F. Hall, Vice President - Aircraft Maintenance, FedEx Express

    AFRA Welcome & Opening Presentation
  • Martin Fraissignes, Executive Director, Aircraft Fleet Recycling Association
  • Bill Glover, Director - Environmental Performance Strategy, Boeing Commercial Airplanes


9:30 am - 10:00 am
Morning Break in the Exhibit Hall
Sponsored by Unical Aviation, Inc.



10:00 am - 12:00 pm
OPENING GENERAL SESSION (cont'd)

    Distributor Growth Opportunities in Asia
  • Jason Caldwell, President - Dixie Aerospace and VP of Sales, Wencor

    Process Improvement in the Supply Chain
  • Peter Requa, Jr., Director of Operations - Business Practices, AirTran Airways

    Aerospace Market - Current and Future Opportunities
  • Drew Magill, Director - Marketing, Boeing Commercial Airplanes


12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
Sponsored by Triumph Logistics



1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Workshop Series

    Workshop A - Q, L-R    What is this?
    Are Imports Issues Impacting Your Parts Supply?

    Workshop B - B, L-R
    Protecting Yourself from Customers in Bankruptcy

    Workshop C - B
    Small Business Seminar

    Workshop D - Q, B
    Supplier Performance - Are You Getting The Most From Your Supply Chain Sources

    Workshop E - Q, L-R
    Security, Changes in FAA Enforcement Policy & New Federal Focus on SUPs

    Workshop F - Q, B
    Aircraft Recycling

    Forum 1 - Vendor Forum
    ILS - Market Intelligence Solutions


3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Afternoon Break in the Exhibit Hall



3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Workshop Series

    Workshop A - Q, L-R    What is this?
    Are Imports Issues Impacting Your Parts Supply?

    Workshop B - B, L-R
    Protecting Yourself from Customers in Bankruptcy

    Workshop C - B
    Small Business Seminar

    Workshop D - Q, B
    Supplier Performance - Are You Getting The Most From Your Supply Chain Sources

    Workshop E - Q, L-R
    Security, Changes in FAA Enforcement Policy & New Federal Focus on SUPs

    Workshop F - Q, B
    Aircraft Recycling


6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Reception in the Exhibit Hall


7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Banquet Dinner
Sponsored by Inventory Locator Service, LLC


    Presentation of Edward J. Glueckler Award
    Each year, the Edward J. Glueckler Award is given to an individual in recognition of outstanding commitment, dedication and contribution to the Aviation Suppliers Association and to the aviation industry. The award is named for Edward J. Glueckler, the founder and first President of ASA. In honor of Mr. Glueckler's outstanding contributions to the industry, the ASA Board of Directors selects a recipient who exemplifies his vision and enthusiasm.
    Dinner Entertainment
    Sponsored by Component Control, Inc.


Tuesday, July 29
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7:00 am - 8:30 am
Members Only Breakfast Meeting
Sponsored by A.J. Levin Company, Inc. &
International Aircraft Associates, Inc.


    All ASA members are welcome to attend the annual member meeting. Please join the ASA Board of Directors and staff in discussing ASA issues.

8:30 am - 10:00 am
Workshop Series

    Workshop G - Q, L-R    What is this?
    The Export Chase

    Workshop H - Q, B
    Supply Chain Auditing: Is Your Supply Chain Meeting Your Expectations

    Workshop I - Q, B
    Effective Management Reviews

    Workshop J - Q, B, L-R
    Going Paperless - The Electronic 8130-3

    Workshop K - Q, L-R
    ASA Accreditation - Partnership for Safety

    Forum 2 - Vendor Forum
    Improved Supply Chain Synchronization - Aeroxchange Electronic Order Management with Component Control


10:00 am - 10:30 am
Morning Break in the Exhibit Hall
Sponsored by Tracer Corporation and Messier-Bugatti-Tracer



10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Workshop Series

    Workshop G - Q, L-R    What is this?
    The Export Chase

    Workshop H - Q, B
    Supply Chain Auditing: Is Your Supply Chain Meeting Your Expectations

    Workshop I - Q, B
    Effective Management Reviews

    Workshop J - Q, B, L-R
    Going Paperless - The Electronic 8130-3

    Workshop L - Q, B, L-R
    Best Management Practice for Disassembly of Aircraft and Engines

    Forum 3 - Vendor Forum
    Quantum Control


12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
Sponsored by Western Aero Services, Inc.



1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
CLOSING GENERAL SESSION

    Outlook for the MRO Marketplace
  • Jonas Murby, Associate, Aerostrategy, Inc.

    Regulatory Update
  • Jason Dickstein, General Counsel, Aviation Suppliers Association

    Current and Future Releases from the FAA
  • Steve Douglas, Assistant Manager - Aircraft Maintenance Division, AFS-300

3:30 pm
2008 Conference Raffle
Sponsored by Growth Industries, Inc.
    Join us as we wrap up this year's event with the 2008 Conference Raffle.

3:30 pm
ASA 2008 Adjourns
    All conference attendees will receive a certificate of completion following the event.



Register Now!





For more information about ASA 2008,
please contact ASA 202-347-6899.



Thank you to our Business Class Sponsors:

Thank you to our Frequent Flyer Sponsor:

Thank you to our 2008 Sponsors:







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