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Sessions do fill up and seating is first come, first served. Note: Individual presentations may also be on this website shortly before the published show dates. They may or may not be the final presentation.

Earn CMP credits!

ALL education sessions at this year's conference are approved by The Events Industry Council to count toward your CMP certification. Keep your professional status up-to-date while enjoying and learning from this incredible lineup of speakers.

Amanda LaycockDirector of Special Events and OperationsUniversity of Alabama - Culverhouse Business School

Amanda has many years of experience in event planning, with over seven years dedicated to Higher Education event coordination at the University of Alabama. During her tenure with the National Alumni Association, she masterfully organized a wide array of events, ranging from football tailgates to alumni reunions and board member retreats. Recently, she has served as the Director of Special Events and Operations at the Culverhouse Business School, where she has orchestrated high-profile events catering to groups as small as eight and as large as 675 attendees. Her portfolio includes managing ribbon-cutting ceremonies, college-wide gatherings, and exclusive functions for the Board of Visitors. Notably, Amanda also spearheads the planning and execution of the prestigious Alabama Business Hall of Fame Awards ceremony.

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