Key West 2015 Annual Convention Program August 27 - 29, 2015 Begins Thursday at 8:00 Am, Adjourns Saturday at 12:00 Pm
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Key West 2015 Annual Convention Program August 27 - 29, 2015 Begins Thursday at 8:00 am, adjourns Saturday at 12:00 pm ® National Air Filtration Association PO Box 68639 Virginia Beach, VA 23471 757.313.7400 Fax: 757.313.7401 www.nafahq.org [email protected] 1 245 Front Street The Westin Key West Key West, Florida 33040 866.837.4250 (central reservations) Resort & Marina 305.294.4345 (The Weston, Key West direct) The Westin Key West Resort & Marina is one of the premier Key West hotels ideally located in “Old Town” Key West on the waterfront, one block from fabled Duval Street and next to the infamous Mallory Square. The resort is on the sunset side of the island. Key West is blessed by a year-round tropical climate, is the Southernmost city in the continental United States and an island city of palm-lined streets boasting Victorian homes, gingerbread conch houses and mansions. Whether you love water or land activities, Key West is unique, unspoiled and a feast for your heart and soul. Check in Time: 4:00 pm Check Out Time: 11:00 am Deadline for Reservations: July 29, 2015 Room Reservation Procedures / Cancellation: can be made by calling Westin Central Reservations at 866-837-4250 or The Westin Key West Resort & Marina during regular business hours at 305.294.4345. You can also make your reservations thru the NAFA / Westin webpage here: https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start.action?id=1502056956&key=1FE524D2 It is understood that cancellations may be made by individuals without penalty until 72 hours prior to their arrival date. Rates $209: Traditional Pool View Courtyard Rooms, single or double $269: Ocean Front Rooms, single or double $339: One Bedroom Ocean Front Suites Rates are subject to current taxes and fees of 12.5%. Taxes are subject to change. Parking: Self parking is $20 and Valet is $22 per day Internet Access: Complimentary Transportation from EYW - Key West International Airport Taxis are abundant at the airport. The cost is $18.00 one way / $9.00 per person. Smoking: This hotel is a non-smoking facility. Platinum Sponsors 3M Purification, Inc. AAF International Airflow Products Company, Inc. Cameron Great Lakes, Inc. CLARCOR Air Filtration Products Clean & Science Co., Ltd. Columbus Industries, Inc. D-Mark, Inc. Expanded Technologies Flanders Corporation Glasfloss Industries, Inc. Koch Filter Corporation Smith Filter Corporation Viskon-Aire Wallner Tooling \ Expac, Inc. 2 2015 Annual Convention Platinum Sponsors Gold Sponsors American Metal Filter Company Fiber Bond Corporation Silver Sponsors IFS Industries, Inc., Adhesives 3 Key West, Florida The southernmost spot in continental and Cuban heritage in large part was in- America, Key West is a tropical blend of spired by Bahamian wreckers, commer- beautiful waters, exotic foliage, wonderful cial fishermen, spongers and Cuban cigar restaurants, history-enriched attractions makers. and thrilling outdoor activities. Gaze at centuries-old treasure of Spanish Visitors immediately enjoy the Caribbean galleon Nuestra Señora de Atocha. Dis- feel of this island nation called “The Conch cover modern art treasures by Key West’s Republic.” artists among dozens of galleries. Since its founding in 1822, Key West has Residents and visitors to the island ac- gone through many phases, from pirates tively participate in sightseeing, diving, to poets, and carries the creative torch fishing, watersports, golf and shopping by of such iconic former residents as Ernest day, and then become part of the sunset Hemingway and Tennessee Williams. celebration held each evening at Mallory Square, when tightrope walkers, jugglers You can view treasures from shipwrecks, and animal acts perform before the fiery discover the haunts of your literary he- sun settling into the Gulf of Mexico. roes, marvel at the unique Caribbean architecture and dazzling gardens that At night, streets filled with sidewalk cafes, bloom the entire year round. open-air bars, legendary pubs and world- class restaurants with island specialties From delicious cuisine to delightful shop- come alive. Drama, musicals and comedy ping to spectacular events, including sun- flourish on local stages. sets and sea adventures, Key West offers sun-drenched hospitality and entertain- Significant cultural sites include an 1860 ment. African Burial Ground, located on the is- land’s Atlantic Ocean shore beside a Civil Located closer to Cuba than to Miami, Key War-era fort, believed by experts to be West is Florida’s irreverent southernmost America’s only African refugee cemetery. subtropical paradise, a unique confluence of history, climate, natural beauty, cultural The island’s Historic Seaport district is a diversity, architecture and unabashed ro- popular place to arrange a day on the mantic appeal. water, whether you are a diver, snorkeler, fisherman or eco-tourist. Palm-lined streets with gingerbread man- sions and tin-roofed conch houses were In this city of fascinating contrasts, you home to Ernest Hemingway, Tennessee could easily find yourself wanting to let go Williams, Elizabeth Bishop, Robert Frost of mainland hassles permanently— and and Jimmy Buffett, a few of the famous many have done so. Come visit Key West, people who discovered solace and inspi- and you’ll see why. ration in the island city whose Bahamian 4 Spouse Activities Thursday, August 27th; 9:00 am - 1:00 pm* Trolley Tour with Museums A one hour private tour on the Old Town Trolley is the best way to see the charming Southernmost City. Traveling down picturesque streets, you’ll get a close-up view of the interesting things that make Key West a special place. Along the way, our tour conductors create a festive atmosphere as they share the island’s history with knowledge and humor. During the tour we will stop at the Ernest Hemingway Home where the group will enjoy a narrated tour of the home and grounds. From here we will head over to the Harry S. Truman, Little White House for a guided tour. (Don’t forget to enjoy breakfast at the resort.) Friday, August 28th; 9:00 am -1:00 pm* Key West Bike Tour Enjoy a city tour of Key West via the locals most popular form of transportation: bicycle. This two and half hour tour takes you through the lanes and parks only locals frequent. Along the way you’ll learn fun facts and the great history of Key West. The tour has stops along the way for photo ops and Q&A’s. At the end of the tour, guests will enjoy lunch a HarbourView Café offering expansive, waterfront views of the Key West Harbor. Saturday, August 29th; 9:00 am - 1:00 pm* Come Sail Away Enjoy a half day at sea, as we welcome you aboard our classic sail boat. We’ll set sail for an exclusive island where you will be able to enjoy snorkeling and sunbathing on the beach. Our crew will keep you refreshed with fresh fruit, chips, salsa, and hummus. For lunch, a deluxe wrap to be enjoyed on board or while soaking in the beautiful sun rays of the Florida Keys. Snorkeling equipment will be available. *Times are approximate Sign up for all three, or choose just one or two activities! 5 Program* - Key West Thursday, August 27, 2015 Friday, August 28, 2015 7:00 - 8:00 am 7:00 - 8:00 am Breakfast Breakfast 8:00 - 8:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am Open & Welcome What’s Next for You with Christopher A. Zaker, CAFS, NCT PPACA (Obamacare) NAFA President Glasfloss Industries James Taylor, President Greg Guy, CAFS Taylor Group Conference Chair Expanded Technologies, Inc. 10:30 - 11:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am Economic Forecast for What the hell did he just 2015 & 2016 say? Decoding Litigation Speak Till Schreiber, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Henry Quillian of Economics Taylor English Duma LLP College of William & Mary 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Guest Program 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Key West Bike Tour Guest Program Meet in the lobby Trolley Tour with Museums Meet in the lobby 10:30 - 10:45 am Break 9:30 - 9:45 am Break 10:45 - 11:45 am 9:45 - 10:45 am What Kind of Filtration for Great Ideas on How to Run a a Net Zero Home? Distributorship - Today Andy Persily Ray Isaac (Invited) NIST Isaac Heating & Air Conditioning Noon - 1:45 pm 10:45 11:45 am Lunch; NAFA Business Meeting; Procurement for Growing Election; Committee Reports a Business: Getting Through Purchasing 1:45 - 3:45 pm Committee Meetings Alan Veeck, PhD Education & Training Committee Meeting Denali Guidelines Committee Meeting Technical & Certification Committee Meeting Membership & Marketing Committee Meeting 12:30 - 5:30 pm NAFA Foundation Golf Tournament 3:45 - 4:15 pm Key West Golf Club NAFA Foundation Meeting 1:00 pm Shotgun Start Taxis will be available at the hotel for 6:00 - 7:00 pm transportation to the course Past President’s New Member & Guest Reception (By Invitation Only) 6:30 - 8:30 pm Open and Welcome Reception 7:00 - 10:00 pm NAFA Awards Banquet 6 Program* - Key West Saturday, August 29, 2015 Notes: 7:00 - 8:00 am __________________________________ Breakfast __________________________________ 8:00 - 10:00 am CAFS Tutorial __________________________________ 8:00 - 8:30 am __________________________________ CAFS Update Training; What’s new in __________________________________ The NAFA Guide to Air Filtration, 5th Ed. __________________________________ Alan C. Veeck, CAFS, NCT II __________________________________ NAFA Executive Director __________________________________ 8:30 - 9:30 am __________________________________ Let’s Take IEQ Worldwide __________________________________ William P. Bahnfleth William P. Bahnfleth, PhD, __________________________________ PE, FASHRAE, FASME Professor and Director, __________________________________