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6 Welcome 8 Conference Schedule of Events 10 Conference Center Map 12 Workshop Schedule & Room Assignments (Groups A-D) 14 Workshop Schedule & Room Assignments (Groups E-I)

Meet the Presenters 17 Kathy Alday 23 James Healey 17 Brenda Herman 23 Brandon Johnson 18 Anti-Defamation League 24 Jake Naylor 18 Jerime Black 24 Brian Rogers 18 Sylvain Bruni 24 Dori Shields 20 Dr. Becki Cohn-Vargas 26 Kelly Smith 20 Nick DiMartino 26 Ernie Yuen 23 Anna Dubrowski

Workshop Details 29 21st Century Technology for 21st Century PRIDEs 29 In-Kind Sponsorships Q&A 29 It’s All About the Contract 30 Festival Logistics Management 30 Mix it UP! 30 NO PLACE FOR HATE® 30 Social Media – Tips for Marketing PRIDE 32 Not In Our School 32 Not Just Another Pretty Face 32 Planning a Conference 34 PRIDE Festivals from the Vendor’s Eye 34 Partner for Success 34 Thinking Outside the Box 36 Turning Volunteers into Catalyst for Change 36 Waivers, Releases & Cyberliability 36 Using Surveys to Grow Your Event 38 Using Technology for PRIDE LAS VEGAS PROUDLY SUPPORTS THE CONSOLIDATED ASSOCIATION OF PRIDE, INC. (CAPI) CONFERENCE

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Welcome to beautiful Las Vegas, Nevada! On behalf of the Board of Directors of Southern Nevada Association of PRIDE, Inc. (SNAPI) I would like to welcome you to the 2012 CAPI Conference, “This is it”.

Thank you for joining us for this educational and entertaining conference. Over the course of this four day conference, we hope that you will find the workshops both educating and inspiring. We’ve planned in-depth workshops covering everything from logistics, sponsorship and marketing to some of the hot issues within the LGBT community today. We will introduce you to some great and experienced presenters that hope to impart some of their knowledge with you. As the saying goes, “caring is sharing”.

I would like to thank our host, the Tropicana Hotel and Casino. We appreciate your warm hospitality! Also, it is important that we thank our sponsors because, without your generous contri- butions, we would not be able to produce this annual conference. Thank you fellow SNAPI board members. Thank you Michael and the CAPI Board for all your guidance - It was a lot of hard work but worth it.

I hope you all have a great time while you are here in Las Vegas and that you fully enjoy your stay in “Sin City”. Have fun, be safe, and good luck!

Mahalo!

Ernie “Pineapple” Yuen President Southern Nevada Association of PRIDE, Inc. Q Q Q

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Thursday, March 22, 2012

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Friday, March 23, 2012 7:00 - 8:00am Check In & Registration Tropicana Hotel Conference Area | Near Restrooms 7:30 - 8:45am Breakfast & Welcome | Cohiba 8/9 9:00 - 9:45am Workshop Sessions Group A 9:55 - 10:40am Workshop Sessions Group B 10:50 - 11:35am Workshop Sessions Group C 11:35 - 12:35pm Lunch | Cohiba 8/9 12:45 - 1:45pm Plenary Session | Cohiba 8/9 1:50 - 2:35pm Workshop Sessions Group D 1:50 - 3:30pm PRIDE Festival Boot Camp 2:45 - 3:30pm Workshop Sessions Group E 3:30 - 5:00pm Free Time 6:00 - 7:00pm Cocktail Reception Encore Resort | Le Rêve Theater 7:00 - 8:30pm Le Rêve Performance 11:00pm SHARE Nightclub Welcomes CAPI

Saturday, March 24, 2012 8:00 - 9:00am Breakfast / Housekeeping Notes 9:00 - 10:00am Plenary Session | Cohiba 8/9 10:10 - 10:55am Workshop Sessions Group G 11:05 - 11:50am Workshop Sessions Group H Noon - 1:00pm Lunch Tropicana Hotel | Biscayne Restaurant 1:00 - 1:45pm Workshop Sessions Group I 1:45 - 2:00pm Travel Time: Head to Comedy Club Theater 2:00 - 3:00pm Screening: Not In Our Town Tropicana Hotel | Comedy Club Theater 3:00 - 4:00pm Group Discussion 4:00 - 6:00pm Free Time 6:00 - 7:00pm Happy Hour / Gala Dinner Red Carpet 7:00 - 10:00pm Gala Dinner | Cohiba 8/9 11:00pm Charlie’s Las Vegas Welcomes CAPI

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Group Session E

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21st Century Technology for 21st Century PRIDEs | Cohiba 1 Not in our School | Cohiba 2 Social Media - Tips for Marketing PRIDE | Cohiba 3 Using Surveys to Grow Your Events | Cohiba 4

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Kathy Alday & Brenda Herman Presenting: PRIDE Festivals from the Vendor’s Eye In 2009 Kathy Alday and Brenda Herman wanted to provide the LGBT community with quality apparel and have the opportunity to give back to the community as well. Family Apparel is a custom screen printing and embroidery company that has sponsored and participated in several PRIDE Festivals in Arizona, Nevada, California, New Mexico and Utah over the past three years. They feel honored to have had the opportunity to team with many of the region’s PRIDE Festivals.

Kathy relocated to Nevada 14 years ago from Indiana. She has years of experience in management, sales and customer service. Brenda relocated to Nevada 6 years ago from California. She has years of experience in accounting and marketing. Both owners have volunteered on the board of a women’s non-profit organization for a several years. Brenda & Kathy are life partners as well as business partners and two women that love our community. 18 Meet the Presenters

Anti-Defamation League Presenting: No Place for Hate The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) fights anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry in the U.S. and abroad through information, education, legislation, and advocacy. ADL serves as a resource for government, media, law enforcement, educators and the public.

Jerime Black Presenting: Mix it Up with Barefoot Wine & Bubbly Jerime Black is the National LGBTQ Marketing & Sales Manager for Barefoot Wine & Bubbly. In 2008, after several years with the winery, he took on this new position. Leading up to it, he served a large role in his hometown PRIDE events in Modesto, CA. This included being chair in 2008, leading the fundraising efforts in 2007 and volunteering at the local community center. Additionally, he invited all of California’s LGBT Community Centers to toast the Supreme Court’s June 2008 decision to legalize gay marriage.

Jerime says, “I’m proud to represent a winery that celebrates the diversity of our LGBTQ community. Also, we’re dedicated to produc- ing fun, flavorful, affordable wines that won’t cost you an arm and a leg, just a FOOT! Please come raise a glass with me and enjoy one of our “gayishly delicious” wines and bubbly!”

Sylvain Bruni Presenting: Planning a Conference & Using Technology for PRIDE Mr. Bruni has been involved with Boston Pride since 2003. First a volunteer for several events, he went on to coordinate the Pride Parade in 2005 and 2006 and the Stuart Street Block Party from 2007 to 2009. In 2007, he joined the Board of Directors of Boston Pride, where he supervises the organization’s information technology and communications. A member of InterPride’s CSIC and Scholarship committees, Mr. Bruni is also the co-chair of the 2012 Annual General Meeting / Annual World Conference of InterPride, to be held in Boston October 3-7, 2012. Mr. Bruni is also involved in multiple other community organizations in the Boston area, such as MIT’s LGBT alumni group, Fenway Health’s Young Leadership Council and the French American Chamber of Commerce in New England’s Young Profes- sionals Committee. &(/(%5$7,1*<($56 2)7+(:25/':,'( 35,'(029(0(17

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Dr. Becki Cohn-Vargas Presenting: Not In Our School: Making Schools Safe for LGBTQ Students NIOS Director: Dr. Becki Cohn-Vargas has over 35 years experience as a teacher, principal, and superintendent and initiated Not in Our School: Palo Alto, a yearly K-12 district-wide effort to combat bullying, harassment, homophobia and racism. Becki has presented multiple workshops on making classrooms safe for LGBTQ students for new teachers across California.

Nick DiMartino Presenting: In-Kind Sponsorships Q&A Coming directly from the Gay Adult Video Industry, Nick has been the Marketing Manager at I-D Lubricants for 8 years. He is a past board member and Entertainment Chair for Los Angeles Pride, so he is intimately acquainted with the inner working of Pride Organizations. Come out and play again!

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Anna Dubrowski Presenting: Planning a Conference & Using Technology for PRIDE Anna Dubrowski is a 15 year veteran volunteer with the Boston PRIDE Committee. Anna initiated the automation of the Boston PRIDE Festival Application and streamlined the logistic process for PRIDE. In addition, Anna has been instrumental in the success of both PRIDE Block Parties with her Management of the Bar area. Anna has had a passion for volunteering her whole life. She has participated in various charitable walks as well as participated in the Aids Ride from Boston to New York and the Harbor to the Bay ride from Boston to Provinc- etown. In addition, Anna has volunteered her time in teaching. She has volunteered for the program “Tutors for All” in Boston as well as a leader of her schools GSA program.

A graduate of Framingham University and Cambridge University Anna has worked in the Management field for over 17 years and has been a teacher for over 5 years. These skill sets give Anna the unique back- ground to lead the Boston PRIDE Committee as Co-Chair to host the Annual InterPride Conference coming to Boston in 2012.

James Healey Presenting: It’s all About the Contract James Healey is currently the Executive Director of Housekeeping at the New York – New York Hotel and Casino. James has more than twenty years of operational management experience in the hotel and casino industry. James’ current areas of responsibility include House- keeping, Environmental Services (Public Area), Uniform Control and Property Sustainability. His team exists of approximately 430 employ- ees and he is responsible for a $25 million annual budget.

Brandon Johnson Presenting: Thinking Outside the Box Originally from Honolulu, Hawaii, Brandon moved to Las Vegas in September 2001. Educated in South Dakota and the University of Hawaii, Brandon began performing in the art of female impersonation and working in the nightclub scene in Hawaii in 1993. He has worked extensively in the gay nightlife business in Las Vegas for the last 9 years and has contributed time and effort to such organizations as SNAPI, NGRA, AFAN, Golden Rainbow and the Sin Sity Sisters. 24 Meet the Presenters

Jake Naylor Presenting: Partner for Success & Using Surveys to Grow Your Events With nearly 15 years of marketing and creative direction experience, Jake has developed a sharp eye for successfully branding businesses and special events. For 10 years, Jake was the Creative Director for a large internet-based media group. There he was responsible for the branding, marketing and design development of more than 7,000 websites and numerous special events of all sizes. In 2009, Jake began working as an independent consultant in special event planning, creative direction and marketing. Showcasing his wide range of ability, his diverse client base spans a broad range of indus- tries including educational institutions, civic and sporting events, nightclubs, production companies, the gaming industry and more.

Brian Rogers Presenting: Festival Logistics Management Brian Rogers has over ten years experience managing logistics for large public events. He served as Las Vegas PRIDE Festival logistics chair for three years and managed logistics for the Nevada Gay Rodeo Association's BigHorn Rodeo for six years.

Dori Shields Presenting: Waivers, Releases & Cyberliability The Casswood Insurance Agency has been associated with InterPride since its founding days in Boston and continues as proud sponsor of the InterPride Insurance Program, one of the longest running member benefits of InterPride membership. Currently the Executive Vice President of the Casswood Insurance Agency, Dori graduated from Connecticut State University but it was so long ago, she forgot everything she learned there. Dori’s insurance career started in 1969 and along the way she managed to get her law degree which she uses only to review insurance clauses in PRIDE contracts. As an industry expert in the area of Special Event & Entertainment insurance, Dori is always willing to take the time to give that PRIDE newbie their first insurance 101 lesson.

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Kelly Smith Presenting: Social Media - Tips for Marketing PRIDE Kelly McFarlane Smith is an active participant of “Everything Gay in Las Vegas” and is the Publisher of QVegas Magazine which operates as the 6th longest running LGBT media in the United States. Smith believes a strong community is only as strong as its non-profits and dedicates her personal and company resources to this belief again and again. Smith was honored at Las Vegas HRC Gala as their Community Ally for 2012.

Ernie “Pineapple” Yuen Presenting: Not Just Another Pretty Face Originally from Hawaii, Ernie (Eleneki Owai Kano Akua Alika Kalani Yuen) is known by most people as “Pineapple”. He currently serves as the President of Las Vegas PRIDE (this is his third term and 9th year as a member of the Las Vegas PRIDE board). Long May ItWave

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21st Century Technology for 21st Century PRIDEs Presented by San Diego LGBT PRIDE You have conquered Facebook, Twitter and have a pretty good website… maybe. But do they work together as a force to build your Pride event? And what about QR Codes, CRM systems, mobile apps and other 21st Century technology for your event and organization?

All of this technology will be simply explained during this session and you will leave with an understanding of how all of this technology can be integrated to make your job a lot easier and your event more fun and interactive for your guests. We’ll also share with you how to get this done without breaking the bank.

In-Kind Sponsorships Q&A Presented by Nick DiMartino, ID Lubricants If you have questions about in-kind sponsorships, join Nick as he leads a Q&A seminar covering both the benefits and value of including in-kind sponsorships in your event.

It's All About the Contract Presented by James Healey, Vice President, Las Vegas PRIDE Join with James as he reviews the basics of creating a standard contract. Contracts are business 101; anytime you do business with someone, you need a contract, it outlines expectations and holds everyone accountable ensuring there aren’t any surprises.

James will take you step-by-step through the basics of reading a contact and understanding what you need to look for to protect both you and your organization. You will also learn how to make sure everything in your contact is covered and nothing important is left out.

Contracts are the keys to a successful event. If you have questions or concerns about any part of your event that sounds too good to be true, take a look, it’s all in the contract.

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Festival Logistics Management Presented by Brian Rogers Logistics is one of the most demanding and challenging aspects of event planning. Join us for an overview of PRIDE Festival event logistics. Topics include: site surveying, collecting needs from other coordinators (i.e.: vendors, entertainment, etc.), site planning and diagramming, soliciting bids and budgeting, food and beverage health department requirements, power distribution, providing adequate toilet facilities, lighting, sound and video, visibility for your sponsors, on-site mobility, site security and crowd control, site cleaning during the event, cash handling management, event communication, setup and breakdown labor and volunteers, managing delivery and set-up schedules, and greening your event.

Mix it UP! Presented by Jerime Black, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly Learn how to easily bring creativity, fun, and more money to your PRIDE event with Barefoot’s Bubbly cocktails! During this workshop you’ll make and try fabulous Bubbly cocktails like the Barefoot Bubbly Pomegrigio, Pride-Arita, Barefooted Pineapple Princess, and the SIN-Gria. Come ready to watch, learn, taste, and have a great time!

NO PLACE FOR HATE® Presented by Phyllis Friedman, Nevada Anti-Defamation League NO PLACE FOR HATE® This workshop will provide an overview of this program that teaches respect and anti-bullying in the classroom. The No Place for Hate® campaign empowers elementary, middle, and high school students to promote respect for individual and group differences while creating inclusive school environments where all students feel valued and respected. Hands-on activities included.

Social Media – Tips for marketing PRIDE Presented by Kelly Smith, QVegas Magazine In this workshop, you will learn about Facebook Microsites, secrets to getting likes and how to increase your twitter following. Learn to use events, deals, check-in and photos to increase “talking about this”.

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Not In Our School Presented by Dr. Becki Cohn-Vargas The Not In Our School session explores the issue of bullying of LGBTQ students and those who do not fit traditional gender stereo- types. We will view a short film "Staging a Response to Hate" about students who take action after the brutal murder of a transgender teen, as well as two other short films "What Do You Say to That's so Gay?" and "A Gay-Straight Alliance Creates a Culture of Acceptance" used in schools to inspire dialogue and action to create a more inclusive environment. The session highlights the importance of peer-to-peer strategies to help youth learn to be "upstanders" those who take a stand to make their schools safe by joining together and saying “Not In Our School!"

Not Just Another Pretty Face Presented by Ernie Yuen, President, Las Vegas PRIDE Las Vegas PRIDE President and Royalty Coordinator, Ernie Yuen recaps the Las Vegas PRIDE Royalty program and shares the benefits of using royalty as the “face” of the Las Vegas PRIDE Organization. Whether hosting an event, making public appearances, joining other local non-profits in their fundraising efforts, your royalty can make a lasting impression. You will learn how Las Vegas PRIDE took a simple bar title and created a unique PRIDE Royalty system that became a social media marketing tool used throughout the entire year. It’s not just another pretty face!

Planning a Conference Presented by Sylvain Bruni & Anna Dubrowski, Boston PRIDE The most difficult part of a conference is just breaking down all the components of putting on the conference into an organized and coherent outline that can be easily divvied-up to all participants. Once that is done, it is just the leader’s job to ensure the timelines are being met through clear and concise communication amongst the team. Sounds simple enough and it is. It makes for an enjoyable conference for everyone. This workshop will have an organized handout on the components of putting on a conference. We will go over some possible scenarios and then discuss with the group. There are different methods, but being organized and having a clear communication method will ensure success. Screening & Discussion of NScOreTe nIiNng O& UDiRsc uTsOsioWn Nof NOT IN OUR TOWN An anti-immigrant murder devastates the community of Patchogue, New York, leading to the town’s effort to promote respect and inclusiveness. An anTthie-i mlatmesitg firlamn ftr om uNrodte inr Oduer vTaoswtna, tLeigsh tt hine t hce oDmarmknuesnsi,t cya potuf rePsa itt cahll ogue, in a powerful PBS documentary film. To learn more visit www.niot.org. New York, leading tSo cthree teownnin’s egf f&or tD toi sprcoumsostei orensp oecft and inclusiveness. The latest film from Not in Our Town, Light in the Darkness, captures it all in a powerful PNBSSaO dtoucTurmd eIanNyta,r yM OfialmrU.c TohR l e2a r4nT tmhOo r2eW v0is1itN2 www.niot.org. Tropicana Hotel & Casino An anti-immigrant murder devastates the community of Patchogue, New YoSrk,a leatduingr tod Othaep ytoew,n nM’s tefofao rrt thco pehro mp2oute4b reltsipchec t 2and0 inc1lu2siveness. The latestS ficlmr efreonmi nNgots i na Ot u1r0 Taow.mn, .L; ig12htp in.m th.e; Daanrkdn e2sps,. cmap. tures it all in a powPearTnfuerl lPo BdSpis dciocucusamseinonntaa rty o Hfi lfmoo.l lTotow ele atlrh n& em 2o rCpe mvais ist whiwonw.oniniogt.o.rg. SatOurpdeany, tMoa rtchhe 2 p4utbh l2ic012 Screenings at 10a.m.; 12p.m.; and 2p.m. Tropicana Hotel & Casino Panel discussion to follow the 2pm showing. Open to the public Screenings at 10a.m.; 12p.m.; and 2p.m. Panel discussion to follow the 2pm showing. © The Working Group, 2011

PRIDE Festivals from the Vendor's Eye Presented by Kathy Alday & Brenda Herman, Owners, Family Apparel Join Kathy Alday and Brenda Herman from Family Apparel as they share their perspective as vendors who attend numerous PRIDE Festivals every year. Kathy and Brenda will discuss what a vendor looks for when choosing a festival to attend (including pricing, dates & hours of operation, location and attendance). Ideas for the retention of existing vendors and recruitment of new vendors will also be shared including: discounts offered to returning vendors, the importance of informing new vendors of the differences of packages and sponsorships, and the importance of booth placements given to vendors, non-profits, and sponsors.

Partner for Success Presented by Jake Naylor Recruiting sponsors for your event can be a daunting task. During the first half of this workshop, you will learn about both the unique power of sponsorship and the difference between bad, good, and great sponsorship. You will also learn how to prepare yourself for success including creating policies, strategies, resources, tools, contracts, and how to leverage successful sponsorships for your organization. In the second half of this workshop, you will take a look at sponsorship from the sponsor’s perspective. You will discuss expectations and how to ensure your sponsors view their dollars as well spent. You will also learn about the importance of following up with your sponsors after- the-fact and retaining them for future events.

Thinking Outside the Box Presented by Brandon Johnson, Las Vegas PRIDE Entertainment Co-Chair Join Brandon as he takes you step-by-step through what can be the daunting task of creating your event’s entertainment line-up. You will discuss where to start, how to research, organize, and then choose the performances that will best fit your needs and your budget. You will also receive a crash-course on entertainment contracts, riders and working with agents. Learn how to get your board involved in the process and make sure your key points are covered: knowing your budget, entertainment fees, staging, catering, stage décor, payment schedule, line-ups, host scripts and planning for the worst… what to do when plans A, B, and C fall through. "The Naughtier Side of Drag"

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Turning Volunteers into Catalysts for Change Presented by San Diego LGBT PRIDE What happens when you have dedicated and committed volunteers and you want them to take the next logical step in community leadership and the struggle for LGBT equality year round? Do you have the proper mentorship and guidance to support them? Are you investing in their future as leaders and not just their future with your Pride? This session will share with you an innovative approach to transforming your team of volunteers, through personal growth and professional development, into well-rounded community leaders: the true catalysts for change!

Waivers, Releases & Cyberliability Presented by Dori Shields, Exec. VP, Casswood Insurance Agency Waivers & Releases - Are They Worth The Paper They’re Printed On? This workshop will cover waivers and releases, what makes a good waiver and what won’t hold up. Measure your waivers against ones that have survived the court challenge.

Cyberliability - Data Breach Notification - Did you know it costs on average $214 per person to notify and monitor the credit of someone whose data has been stolen or even perceived to have been stolen? This workshop will review the new federal Data Breach Notification law and how insurance can cover these costs.

Using Surveys to Grow Your Event Presented by Jake Naylor Surveys are an often overlooked source of information vital to both the improvement of your event, and its continued growth. During this workshop, you will learn the importance of surveys, when & where they are appropriate/most successful, and why they are so valuable.

You will also discuss what types of questions are most valuable and how to turn that information into greater event successes year after year. Asking the right questions will not only help you improve your next event, but may help you land that new sponsor, or gain greater sponsorship from your existing sponsors.

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Using Technology for PRIDE Presented by Sylvain Bruni & Anna Dubrowski, Boston PRIDE This interactive discussion will address the use of technology during Pride planning and event management. What tools exist out there to support the planning and production of Pride events? How much do they cost? How difficult are they to use? Are they worth it? Based on lessons learned from the insertion of technological tools in Boston Pride's daily operations, we will answer these questions, and many more! 130297L_5.5x8.5.pgs 03.22.2010 17:05 PowerTrap .003 Barefoot Wine & Bubbly is proud to sponsor and host Thursday's Meet & Greet at Niki Cafe Thank you for brightening our world.

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