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NSAA HEADS TO GULF COAST

FOR 2018 CONVENTION & TRADESOW

BY EARL SALINE, NSAA’S DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR destinations for the ski industry national awards presented to areas and individuals that
is the warm and sunny Florida Gulf Coast in the spring. It embody the leadership and innovative spirit that make this
doesn’t get much better than Marco Island, site of the NSAA industry so great. Recipients of the Marketing, Safety, and
National Convention and Tradeshow May 3–6, 2018. Environmental awards will be announced during recep-
The beautiful waterfront JW Marriott Marco Island tions throughout the event, while the Lifetime Achievement
Beach Resort will provide an amazing backdrop for the Award is presented during the morning plenary session. The
Convention and Tradeshow. Bringing together industry highly-anticipated NSAA Conversion Cup winner will also
leaders, executives, NSAA suppliers and sponsors, and be crowned.
subject matter experts, this highly anticipated event is the The JW Marriott has gone through an impressive $320-
place to be to reflect, share ideas, network, and look ahead to million renovation, allowing it to withstand Hurricane Irma.
the next season. Amenities include a new spa, enhanced culinary offerings at
Featuring a variety of inspiring keynotes, dynamic edu- four restaurants, two championship golf courses, and 4 miles
cation sessions, and a lively tradeshow that is as informative of white sand beaches.
as it is social, the NSAA Convention brings together the best Lodging for the Convention and Tradeshow is expected
and brightest to discuss the most pressing and important to fill up quickly, so be sure to register early and make your
issues facing the industry—now and in the future. plans now for your trip to the Gulf Coast this spring. Visit
Among the many highlights on the agenda are the nsaa.org for information and to register.

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