Full Schedule with Education Sessions
 8.5 hours
Monday, July 10, 2017
3:00-5:00 p.m. Exhibitors Arrive for Setup
3:00-5:00 p.m. Conference Registration
5:30-7:00 p.m. Hospitality Night at Leonardo's Children's Museum
Sponsored by Visit Enid
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
8:00-8:45 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors - Breakfast sponsored by Visit McKinney
8:45-8:55 a.m. Welcome
8:55-10:30 a.m. Opening Session
Navigating Workplace Rapids
Speaker: Greg Hawks
This message draws parallels from white water rafting and the workplace.There are so many similarities it’s almost ridiculous. Do you know what causes rapids to happen in the river? Just 3 things:
- Pressure – Ever experienced pressure at work? How do you navigate it successfully?
- Obstacles – The question is not do you face obstacles, but how many per day do you encounter? In this message the challenge is presented to love obstacles. Certainly a different thought, but once you see why, you too may utter “I love obstacles”…
- Terrain Change – When the bottom drops out and drastic changes occur, how do you remain in the raft? It’s treacherous and scary.
How a guide provides leadership is extremely different than how most do. He sits in the back of the raft, not the front. He offers no forward motion. He communicates succinctly. Leaders who model themselves like a guide, empower their teams to succeed even in the most challenging of circumstances.
It is preposterous how much relevant content this message packs!
10:30-11:00 a.m. Networking Break with Exhibitors and Silent Auction Bidding
11:00-11:50 a.m. General Session
Trust Evolution
Speaker: Greg Hawks
Of the handful of foundational relational necessities, trust seems to be eroding most swiftly and evidently in the workplace. It truly seems to be devolving into a scarce resource. The way Hawks Agency shorthands whether you have a high trust culture or low trust culture is by answering this question: How many meetings do you have AFTER a team meeting? If two gather in an office and discuss what was or wasn’t said in the meeting… if an email is sent to a colleague that says “can you believe what she said?!”… if a quick text is sent inside the meeting to a peer with a snarky remark about someone else in the meeting… The more of this that transpires, the lower trust exists in your world.
However, if robust dialog, adamant disagreement, direct criticism and questioning decision making happens out in the open, in the actual meeting a high trust culture is evident. Nurturing this environment takes a significant level of commitment!
- When trust exists shared vulnerability is a reality.
- When trust exists assuming the best is possible.
- When trust exists “it’s not personal” is true.
- When trust exists candid conversations happen regularly.
- When trust exists achieving excellence is possible.
This is really one of the most critical issues leaders need to deal with in the workplace. Low trust is sabotaging vision, strategies, productivity and a spirit of ownership.
11:50 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lunch
12:30-1:30 p.m. General Session
 From Typewriters to iPads: How Generational Diversity is Transforming the Workplace
Speaker: Bill Fournet
This engaging session will help attendees gain an understanding about generational differences and learn practical techniques for how to effectively interact and manage each generation. Bill will provide the latest business management approaches, and participants will develop skills to create a collaborative environment among multi-generational team members. In addition, participants will explore how generations from Baby Boomers to Gen Z view current technology dilemmas, in the areas of hiring, privacy, and productivity. This generational diversity program will enable attendees to harness their team members' strengths and understand their various drivers.
1:30-1:45 p.m. Networking Break with Exhibitors and Silent Auction Bidding
1:45-2:45 p.m. General Session
New Kids on the Workforce Block: What You Should Know About Generation Edge
Speaker: Bill Fournet
Just when you were adjusting to the Millennials, a new generation is entering the workforce. Meet Generation Edge! Mostly the children of Gen X’ers, this group has its own very distinctive drivers. Born 1995 or later, they are now entering the workplace and are predicted to greatly change the way we work. Generally fast learners and resourceful, they are individualistic, high in inductive reasoning, and more connected to technology than any generation before them. This program promises a lively and enlightening discussion around this newest workforce group!
Learning Objectives
- Understand the important differences between Gen Edge and Millennials
- Understand the strong similarities between Gen Z and Gen X
- Understand their entrepreneurial mindset and how you can harness it for your organization’s benefit
- Understand how they view work, and what motivates them
2:45-3:00 p.m. Networking Break w/ Exhibitors and Silent Auction Bidding Sponsored by Central National Bank Center
3:00-4:00 p.m. General Session
Leadership Topic
Speaker: Colonel Jason Loschinskey, United States Air Force
Vance Air Force Base
4:00-4:15 p.m. Networking Break w/ Exhibitors and Silent Auction Bidding
4:15-5:00 p.m. General Session
Mindfulness: A Pathway to Happiness
Speaker: R. Murali Krishna, MD, DLFAPA
Our everyday lives are so frantic that we sometimes lose sight of what brings us happiness and contentment. Within each us lies a great strength in our mind that many of us have yet to discover and to develop fully. This strength is mindfulness or what some refer to as "heartfulness." Learning the art of this age-old practice can have a significant positive impact on our inner peace and health and can facilitate profound emotional, physical and spiritual healing and growth. Join R. Murali Krishna, MD, DLFAPA as he teaches you the simple act of changing your thoughts and attitudes and discovering the inner potential that already exists within you.
6:30-8:30 p.m. Soaring High Hospitality Night at Central National Bank Center
(Dinner included in event)
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
8:00-9:00 a.m. Registration and Breakfast - Breakfast sponsored by the Marriott Conference Center at NCED
8:00-9:00 a.m. Breakfast for CAE's Only, Hosted by David Finley, CAE
8:00-9:00 a.m. Strategic Partners Breakfast/Meeting
9:00-9:10 a.m. Quick Break
9:10-10:15 a.m. General Session
Using Google Docs for Superior Association Collaboration & Organization
Speaker: Crystal Washington
 You've heard of Google Docs and are probably using them personally or professionally. But are you using the advanced features? In this hands-on interactive session, you will discover hot tips and learn how to put to use Google Docs to organize your member communication, projects, and event planning!
Learning Objectives:
- Uncover how your organization can increase efficiency and empower members using Google Docs
- Start leveraging Google Docs features that 99% of users don't know exist
- Identify outside tools that seamlessly integrate with Google Docs for easy task automation
10:15-10:45 a.m. Networking Break with Exhibitors and Last Call of Silent Auction Bids!
10:45 a.m.-noon General Session
The Automation Equation: Leverage Technology for Efficiency, Relationship Building, and Focusing on Real Priorities
Speaker: Crystal Washington
Association professionals are often left wishing for more hours in the day to service members, grow their organizations and take care of personal obligations. Inventive professionals understand that utilizing technology...including social media, Google, and key apps--is the only way to increase efficiency while improving performance. In this fun and high-energy program, you will discover how to ride the wave of technology and change to organization growth and more rest and relaxation!
Learning Objectives:
- Discover little-known tech secrets for strengthening lucrative professional, member, and sponsor relationships
- Identify hacks for better organization management
- Uncover fresh "spy tricks" unknown to 99% of Internet users for gaining valuable prospect information and monitoring your competitors
- Become an expert at task automation and outsourcing non-revenue generating busy-work (even at home)
Noon-12:45 p.m. Lunch
12:45-1:15 p.m. Award Ceremony/Business Meeting
1:15 p.m. Conference Adjourns/ Exhibitor Tear Down
1:30-2:30 p.m. Board of Directors Transition Meeting
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