TRALA 2008 ANNUAL MEETING
APRIL 2 – 5
Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa
Phoenix, Arizona
TRALA - Uniting the Industry for 30 Years
Join us for a special celebration as we gather to honor the group of visionary leaders of the truck renting and leasing industry that put aside their competitive differences to fight together for success, forming the Truck Renting and Leasing Association 30 years ago!
Please make sure to register today to attend the meeting. If you have not already done so, please call (800) 950-0086 right away to reserve your hotel accommodations and mention TRALA to receive the special negotiated rate. Or go online to the Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa, click on reservations and use the group code TRALA.
The TRALA meeting always fosters innovative thinking and constructive dialogue. Gather with the leaders of our $25 billion industry to hear from Eaton Chairman and CEO Sandy Cutler, deep sea explorer Dr. Robert Ballard, discoverer of the Titanic,the Bismarck, and JFK's PT 109 and Yvon Pouhaer, General Director of major European truck lessor, Clovis. Join us to learn the latest update on the Financial Accounting Standards Board rewrite of leasing guidelines and what your customers need and expect of their transportation partners from our customer's panel discussion. Events and meetings are open to all attendees with few exceptions.
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| Sandy Cutler CEO & Chairman Eaton Corp. | Dr. Robert Ballard Deep Sea Explorer |
Charles Sommer President Public Service Truck Renting 2007-2008 TRALA Chairman | Yvon Pouhaer General Director Clovis |
The meeting is packed with opportunities for interaction with industry colleagues and key decision-makers. Attend the conference and you will:
- Acquire valuable ideas to grow your business's profitability
- Develop and strengthen strategic relationships with industry leaders to expand your business
- Learn about the latest equipment and technologies that are shaping the future of the industry
- Hear what customers want and need from their renting and leasing partners
- Learn about TRALA's legislative and regulatory activities at the state and federal level and how they impact your business
TRALA Members collectively purchase 40 percent of the new commercial vehicles registered in the U.S., so attending Friday's Technology Fair is a must to see the latest industry innovations in products and services. Attendance is always high because there are no competing business sessions scheduled during this time and a walk-around breakfast will be served. If you wish to exhibit at the Tech Fair, please complete that portion of the online registration form to sign up for the space early.
ACTIVITIES
Known as the "Jewel of the Desert," the Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa is nestled on 39 acres at the foot of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve in the Sonoran Desert. Considered one of the most spectacular resorts in the world with its Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired architecture, the Biltmore features eight swimming pools, two adjacent championship 18-hole golf courses, seven tennis courts, a full-service European spa, salon, fitness center, and five restaurants.
If you are participating in TRALA’s golf tournament to be held on Friday, April 4, please complete that portion of the registration form and include a $100 tax-deductible contribution for each player. These funds support TRALA’s Scholarship Program, which awards $5,000 scholarships, renewable up to four years, to deserving students whose parents work for TRALA member companies. TRALA also has a special discounted price for any one wishing to play golf anytime other than the tournament, but you must mention that you are part of the TRALA group to receive the discount. To reserve tee times, please call (602) 955-9655.
WEATHER AND DRESS
Phoenix holds the title as one of the nation's sunniest cities with more than 300 days of sunshine annually. April temperatures average in the 80's during the day and can dip into the 50's in the evening.
Dress for TRALA's daytime events is business casual and spouses/guests are encouraged to dress appropriately for the day's activities. At Tuesday's Board of Directors Reception and TRALA Founders Tribute Dinner and Friday's Farewell Reception and Dinner most gentlemen wear coat and tie, while ladies wear cocktail attire.
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
The Arizona Biltmore is approximately 20 minutes from the Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. The hotel can arrange transportation for you from the airport. Just contact the Resort Services desk at (602) 955-6600 ext. 7000 for rates and information. TRALA has negotiated special rates with Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Click here for details. Self-parking is included in the resort fee.
ADVANCE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
TUESDAY, April 1 |
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| 1:00 p.m. | Conference Registration |
| 5:00 p.m. | TRALA Nominating Committee (Committee Members Only) |
| 5:00 p.m. | Conference Registration Closes |
| 6:30 p.m. | Board of Directors Reception (Invitation Only) |
| 7:15 p.m. | TRALA Founders Tribute Dinner (Invitation Only) |
WEDNESDAY, April 2 |
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| 7:00 a.m. | Conference Registration (Refreshments) |
| 7:00 a.m. | Breakfast for All |
| 7:30 a.m. | TRALA Finance and Scholarship Committees (Committee Members Only) |
| 8:15 a.m. | TRALA Government Relations Committee |
| 9:30 a.m. | TRALA Security Committee (Committee Members Only) |
| 10:00 a.m. | TRALA Membership Committee |
| 10:00 a.m. | Light Truck Rental Council |
| 10:45 a.m. | TRALA Board of Directors (Board Members Only) |
| 12:00 noon | Lunch for All |
| 1:00 p.m. | Canadian Renting and Leasing Council |
| 2:30 p.m | All-Conference Assembly Peter Vroom, President & CEO, Truck Renting and Leasing Association Wendell R. Beard, Master of Ceremonies Charles Sommer, 2007-2008 TRALA's Chairman’s Address Alexander M. Cutler, Chairman & CEO, Eaton Corp. Dr. Robert Ballard, Deep-Sea Explorer and Author |
| 5:00 p.m. | Conference Registration Closes |
| 6:15 p.m. | Board Reception for New Members & First-Time Attendees (Invitation Only) |
| 7:00 p.m. | Welcome Party & Gala Celebration |
THURSDAY, April 3 |
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| 7:00 a.m. | Conference Registration |
| 7:00 a.m. | Breakfast for All |
| 8:00 a.m. | All-Conference Assembly Kevin Coughlin, 2008 Annual Meeting Chairman Dr. Martin Regalia, Chief Economist, U.S. Chamber of Commerce TRALA Scholarship Program Yvon Pouhaer, Managing Director, Clovis Location TRALA Sponsor Recognition |
8:45 a.m. | Desert Botanical Gardens Tour |
| 11:00 a.m. | Associate Member Advisory Council |
| 12:00 noon | Industry Council for Vehicle Renting and Leasing |
| 1:00 p.m. | Spouse/Guest Poolside Hospitality (Available until 4:30 p.m.) |
| 1:30 p.m. | Technology Fair Exhibitor Set-up |
| 2:00 p.m. | Conference Registration Closes |
| Afternoon | Leasing System Meetings |
| Evening | Leasing System Dinners (Invitation Only) |
FRIDAY, April 4 |
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| 7:00 a.m. | Conference Registration |
| 7:00 a.m. | TRALA Board of Directors Meeting ( Board Members Only) |
| 7:30 a.m. | Technology Fair and Walk-Around Breakfast for All |
| 10:00 a.m. | Equipment and Technology Advisory Council Meeting |
| 10:00 a.m. | Leasing System Meetings |
| 10:00 a.m. | Conference Registration Ends |
| 11:30 a.m. | TRALA Golf Tournaments (Box Lunches Served) |
| 1:00 p.m. | Spouse/Guest Poolside Hospitality (Available until 4:30 p.m.) |
| 6:30 p.m | Farewell Reception and Dinner Golf Tournament Awards Michael McMahon, Incoming TRALA Chairman’s Remarks 2008 Driver of the Year Award TRALA Founders Leadership Recognition Awards |
SATURDAY, April 5 |
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| All Day | Departures |
Please contact Tonya Gibbs at tgibbs@trala.org or (703) 299-9120 if you have any questions.