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VGM at Medtrade Spring 2008
Expo May 7-8, 2008
Conference May 6-8, 2008
Long Beach, CA
Attend the expo for free or get $25 off conference education! Use code SVGM on www.medtradespring.com. (This discount does not apply to the pre-conferences.)
Visit VGM Insurance and VGM Financial Services in booth 1400.
California Dreamin’ Party, sponsored by Brightree
Wednesday, May 7, 5-8 pm
Renaissance Long Beach Hotel, 111 East Ocean Blvd.
Break out your sunglasses and flip flops and join us for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and our famous VGM hospitality!
Pre-conference Education Events:
National Competitive Bidding Seminar, sponsored by Respironics
Mark Higley, John Gallagher & Kelly Wolf
Tuesday, 5/6/2008
8:30am - 4:00pm, Long Beach Convention Center, Room: 201A/B
$229 for VGM members
To Register: http://www.xpressreg.net/register/medt058/promostart.asp?b
In conjunction with Medtrade Spring and CAMPS, this seminar will offer strategies on how providers can properly prepare for round two, explain how to determine a bid, and will offer tips on navigating the electronic bid submission system. Attendees will also learn about critical network and subcontracting opportunities and the latest legislative priorities affecting the industry.
Sales Strategies Quick & Easy
Louis Feuer, MA, MSW
Tuesday, 5/6/2008
7:30 am - 4:30 pm, Renaissance Long Beach Hotel
$249 for VGM members
To Register: https://www.vgmeducation.com/registration.asp?teleconfID=233
Full-day, crash course for sales and marketing staff, along with owners and managers that teaches the sales process, advertising tips, sales calls, goals, customer service, along with developing your own plan for your business.
CEAC Exam
Tuesday, 5/6/2008
3 pm, Renaissance Long Beach Hotel
$150 application fee and $350 exam fee
Obtain the Certified Environmental Access Consultant (C.E.A.C.) credential while at Medtrade Spring. The C.E.A.C. is a recognized certification for professionals engaged in environmental accessibility for the aged and/or disabled community. Contact Amanda at 800-987-7342 to register and receive the study materials.
Medtrade Conference Speakers:
Peggy Walker - Tuesday, 8-9:30; Thursday, 8:30-9:30, 11-12
Mike Mallaro - Tuesday, 2:45-3:45
Mark Higley - Wednesday, 9:45-10:45, 11-12; Thursday, 11-12
John Gallagher - Thursday, 11-12
Medtrade Spring Hotel Room for VGM Members
Renaissance Long Beach Hotel
111 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90802
Room Rate: $189 plus tax
To reserve rooms, call the hotel directly at 562-437-5900 and ask for the VGM & Associates group rate. Hotel Reservations must be made by Wednesday, April 14, 2008.
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