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Networking Opportunities:
Sunday, October 17 from 1:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
 
Located just 45 minutes from the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel is NASA’s launch headquarters – the only place on Earth where you can tour launch areas, meet Astronauts, see giant rockets, and experience the new state of the art Shuttle Launch simulator Experience. At Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, guest’s get the unique chance to tour NASA’s launch and landing facilities.
Begin the afternoon with a narrated drive to Kennedy Space Center where guests experience an up close and personal look at the creativity and ingenuity that has gone into creating the most famous space program in the world. The tour begins with a short security clearance followed by a 1 ½ hour guided tour of the Kennedy Space Center facility including launch pads, assembly building and the Apollo/Saturn V Visitor’s Center. After the tour, guests can view the fabulous 3-D IMAX attraction or enjoy free time to explore the Visitor’s Complex, Rocket Garden and NASA Space Shuttle replicas. Click Here for More Information
Monday, October 18 from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Fly in early and start your conference experience in style! Immediately following our Kick-off Keynote Address, join us for drinks and refreshments while taking the opportunity to converse with attendees, sponsors and exhibitors. The Kick-off Keynote Address and Opening Night's Reception is open to all conference attendees.
Tuesday, October 19 & Wednesday, October 20 at 6:30 a.m.
Wake up with a gentle yoga class taught by Beebe Nelson, Director of Innovation and Product Development (IAPD). Open to individuals of all levels, this class will focus on starting your day slowly with natural flow yoga postures, stretches, and deep breathing practices. Class attendees will move into their day feeling awakened and stress-free.
To register, please contact ldougherty@ahint.com with the subject "I Want to Attend Yoga"
Tuesday, October 19 from 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
In addition to being an ideal time to explore the show floor, this reception is a great networking opportunity to visit with our supporters and cultivate newly-found relationships. Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and wind down in a fun and relaxed environment as your conference day comes to an end.
Tuesday, October 19 from 7:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
Co-Sponsored by:
 
(PDMA's 2009 OCI Award Recipients)
Join us and your industry peers in celebrating the great achievements and contributions this year's Outstanding Corporate Innovator (OCI) has made to the field of new product development, management and innovation. In recognizing 21 years of excellence, the OCI Award has been an industry favorite for learning enhancement, networking and providing public recognition of the companies who excel in creating and capturing product development and innovation value in their respective industries.
Wednesday, October 20 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Take a break and enjoy a leisurely brunch with our supporters in the expo hall. Use this last opportunity to gather information from PDMA's sponsors and exhibitors and exchange contact information with your peers.
Itinerary:
1:15 PM Depart the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel
2:00 PM Brief Security Processing
2:15 PM Board NASA buses for the Kennedy Space Center tour
3:45 PM Guided tour ends and Free time to view IMAX, explore facility, Rocket Garden, etc.
5:30 PM Depart Kennedy Space Center
6:15 PM Return to the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel Includes: - Narrated drive to Kennedy Space Center by uniformed staff
- Kennedy Space Center Admission
- Security clearance
- Private NASA buses transporting guests between areas with narration
- LC 39 Observation Gantry overlooking Space Shuttle Launch Pads
- Free time within the Apollo/Saturn V Center to view the exhibits, Apollo 13 Mission and Lunar Landing movies
- International Space Station Center
- Kennedy Space Center map
- IMAX® movie presentation, currently showing “Magnificent Desolation: Walking on the Moon 3D”
- Free time for guests to explore the Visitors Complex including the Rocket Garden and the NASA Space Shuttle replica
- Deluxe motor coach transportation
- All taxes and gratuities
Security Clearance:
Due to the military action being taken abroad, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has increased security on property. As of this time, the following items are not permitted at the Visitor Complex: - Fire arms of any type – with or without a permit
- Ammunition – live or spent
- Pepper/mace sprays
- Knives of any size
- Box cutters or like items
- Nail clippers with knife blades
- Any other sharp/pointed items, including pointed scissors or nail files
- Coolers, luggage or other large bags are not permitted through the front gate
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