the editor
07-11-2008, 03:18 PM
HVAC Comfortech plays host to many industry events. Following are some of the special programs and events we're bringing to Atlanta this year:
Comfortech Action News
Opening General Session
Thursday, September 11
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Not your typical opening general session! Sit back, relax and enjoy this HVAC Comfortech preview presented as a live news broadcast. Join Contracting Business editors Mike Weil, Terry McIver, Kate Hoban and other special guests for “Comfortech Action News”, an entertaining, yet informative look detailing all the activities at this
years’ show.
Comfortech Idol 2008
Tournament of Champions - HVAC Sales Training In Action
Watch as three of the five Comfortech Idols compete for the title of Grand Champion in an HVAC sales contest loosely based on the hit TV show “American Idol.” The Grand Prize is $2,500, Charlie Greer’s “Slacker’s Guide to HVAC Sales; The Lazy Man’s Way to Really Make it in Residential Replacements,” a write-up in Contracting Business, the Comfortech Idol trophy, and bragging rights. All contestants are awarded valuable prizes. For details, visit www.hvacprofitboosters.com (http://www.hvac-talk.com/vbb/www.hvacprofitboosters.com)
Comfort House
Learn to Install and Maintain the Most Efficient HVAC Systems Possible!
This year’s Comfort House demonstration shows contractors how to measure exactly how efficiently an HVAC system is performing. Learn to examine airflow, static pressures, incoming and outgoing temperatures to determine actual delivered BTUs. And, when delivered comfort is not what it should be, learn how to pinpoint the trouble area. You’ll use a sample CoolMaxx form and procedure to accomplish this diagnostic test that will result in real energy savings. Taught by National Comfort Institute, Inc (http://nationalcomfortinstitute.com).
The Stars of HVAC – EXPOSED!
Friday General Session
Friday, September 12
8:00 – 9:45 a.m.
In this session we are going to name names… but in a really good way. This Comfortech Action News special report will go “undercover” and recognize the difference-makers our industry has produced this past year. Plenty of awards will be handed out, so come join us and be inspired as we expose the “Stars of HVAC”!
Comfortech Gives Back!
Sponsored By: Mitsubishi Electric
Saturday, September 13
Noon – 5 p.m.
Have you been thinking about how you can help those less fortunate but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’re a ‘big giver’ already. Either way, Comfortech 2008 is an excellent place to lend a helping hand. The afternoon of Saturday, September 13 will focus on giving back to the community through a program called HOMES (Home Owner Maintenance and Enhancement for Seniors) that helps seniors continue to live in their own homes more safely.
TO REGISTER & FOR DETAILS: click here and download the PDF (http://www.hvac-talk.com/vbb/attachment.php?attachmentid=8088&stc=1&d=1215803484).
NATE Top Tech Competition
Here the “best of the best” vie for annual bragging rights in the HVACR technician world. Held each year at Comfortech, an elite group of technicians who scored the highest on their NATE certification exams, have the opportunity to take the title of Top Tech. Overseen by some of the industry’s best regarded experts, contestants pit their knowledge and skills against a series of real-world HVACR scenarios that require analysis, diagnosis and resolution under the time constraints of the contest. Comfortech visitors can see the competition in person by visiting the NATE Top Tech area in the exhibit hall.
NATE Technician Certification
Wednesday, September 10
Be the best... take the test! Have your technicians and service managers certified, then join them for all of the HVAC Comfortech events!
TO REGISTER: Contact Becky Nix of the Metropolitan Atlanta Air Conditioning Contractors Association at 770-919-
7004 or maacaemail@aol.com (//maacaemail@aol.com).
Technician Training Day
Invest in the Future of Your Business
Friday, September 12
Bring your technicians to HVAC
Comfortech on Friday, September 12 for a full day of sessions geared specifically to their needs. For the unbelievable rate of only $99, your technicians will enjoy seminars, lunch and a pass for the exhibit hall. That’s a full day of training and networking for next to nothing!
Consultant’s Corner: FREE Consultations & Support for Contractors
Comfortech has gathered some of the industry’s finest and most sought after consultants to provide attendees an opportunity for FREE no obligation consultations during product showcase hours. Whether your dilemma involves marketing, sales, sales management, recruiting, operations, pricing, business or financial aspects, it can be overcome in your FREE private consultation. Also, join us for a 90-minute rapid-fire town hall session where audience members can ask questions in an open forum and get sure-fire responses from our panel of esteemed experts.
Thank Our Troops
To commemorate the anniversary of 9/11, HVAC Comfortech will provide attendees the opportunity to send thank-you cards to members of the military as well as to veterans for all of their sacrifices.
Look for the special Military Card Display in the convention center when you arrive. Note cards and postage will be provided.
The 5th Annual Women in HVACR Conference
September 9-10
Network with women from all areas of the industry.
Participate in Educational Sessions.
Meet the 2008 Contracting Business HVACR Woman of the Year.
Enjoy a Dynamic Keynote Speaker Address.
Stay Current on Industry and Association Updates.TO REGISTER:
Visit www.WomeninHVACR.org (http://www.WomeninHVACR.org) or contact Julie Eudy at 636-352-1148.
Non-Stop Networking Events
First-Timers Meeting
Wednesday, September 10
7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Omni Hotel at CNN Center
Are you attending HVAC Comfortech for the first time? The First-Timers Meeting will show you the lay of the land and introduce you to Comfortech veterans who are willing to share their knowledge and time with newcomers. Come find out how to make the most of your Comfortech investment!
Welcome Reception
Wednesday, September 10
7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Grand Ballroom
Omni Hotel at CNN Center
Hosted by: Emerson Climate Technologies
Thursday Evening Extravaganza
at the New World of Coca-Cola
Thursday, September 11
8:00 – 11:00 p.m.
New World of Coca-Cola
Hosted by:
Dessert Party
Friday, September 12
9:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Grand Ballroom
Omni Hotel at CNN Center
Prize Drawings
Golden Ticket Drawing
Prizes Donated By Exhibitors
When you check in at the Registration Desk on site, look in your packet for a “Golden Ticket.” If you get one, you’ve already won a great prize like HVAC accessories and equipment, a gift certificate or maybe even a weekend getaway!
Grand Prize Drawing — Expanded for 2008!
Sponsored By: LG Electronics
PRIZES:
$250 AMEX Gift Card
Sirius Satellite Radio with one-year subscription
Nintendo Wii game system and one (1) gameGrand Prize – 42” High Definition Television courtesy of LG Electronics
EVERY attendee registration
packet will include an entry ticket for the Grand Prize drawing. Just fill out the ticket and drop it off at Contracting Business booth. The Grand Prize winners will be picked on Friday during show hours.
Comfortech Action News
Opening General Session
Thursday, September 11
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Not your typical opening general session! Sit back, relax and enjoy this HVAC Comfortech preview presented as a live news broadcast. Join Contracting Business editors Mike Weil, Terry McIver, Kate Hoban and other special guests for “Comfortech Action News”, an entertaining, yet informative look detailing all the activities at this
years’ show.
Comfortech Idol 2008
Tournament of Champions - HVAC Sales Training In Action
Watch as three of the five Comfortech Idols compete for the title of Grand Champion in an HVAC sales contest loosely based on the hit TV show “American Idol.” The Grand Prize is $2,500, Charlie Greer’s “Slacker’s Guide to HVAC Sales; The Lazy Man’s Way to Really Make it in Residential Replacements,” a write-up in Contracting Business, the Comfortech Idol trophy, and bragging rights. All contestants are awarded valuable prizes. For details, visit www.hvacprofitboosters.com (http://www.hvac-talk.com/vbb/www.hvacprofitboosters.com)
Comfort House
Learn to Install and Maintain the Most Efficient HVAC Systems Possible!
This year’s Comfort House demonstration shows contractors how to measure exactly how efficiently an HVAC system is performing. Learn to examine airflow, static pressures, incoming and outgoing temperatures to determine actual delivered BTUs. And, when delivered comfort is not what it should be, learn how to pinpoint the trouble area. You’ll use a sample CoolMaxx form and procedure to accomplish this diagnostic test that will result in real energy savings. Taught by National Comfort Institute, Inc (http://nationalcomfortinstitute.com).
The Stars of HVAC – EXPOSED!
Friday General Session
Friday, September 12
8:00 – 9:45 a.m.
In this session we are going to name names… but in a really good way. This Comfortech Action News special report will go “undercover” and recognize the difference-makers our industry has produced this past year. Plenty of awards will be handed out, so come join us and be inspired as we expose the “Stars of HVAC”!
Comfortech Gives Back!
Sponsored By: Mitsubishi Electric
Saturday, September 13
Noon – 5 p.m.
Have you been thinking about how you can help those less fortunate but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’re a ‘big giver’ already. Either way, Comfortech 2008 is an excellent place to lend a helping hand. The afternoon of Saturday, September 13 will focus on giving back to the community through a program called HOMES (Home Owner Maintenance and Enhancement for Seniors) that helps seniors continue to live in their own homes more safely.
TO REGISTER & FOR DETAILS: click here and download the PDF (http://www.hvac-talk.com/vbb/attachment.php?attachmentid=8088&stc=1&d=1215803484).
NATE Top Tech Competition
Here the “best of the best” vie for annual bragging rights in the HVACR technician world. Held each year at Comfortech, an elite group of technicians who scored the highest on their NATE certification exams, have the opportunity to take the title of Top Tech. Overseen by some of the industry’s best regarded experts, contestants pit their knowledge and skills against a series of real-world HVACR scenarios that require analysis, diagnosis and resolution under the time constraints of the contest. Comfortech visitors can see the competition in person by visiting the NATE Top Tech area in the exhibit hall.
NATE Technician Certification
Wednesday, September 10
Be the best... take the test! Have your technicians and service managers certified, then join them for all of the HVAC Comfortech events!
TO REGISTER: Contact Becky Nix of the Metropolitan Atlanta Air Conditioning Contractors Association at 770-919-
7004 or maacaemail@aol.com (//maacaemail@aol.com).
Technician Training Day
Invest in the Future of Your Business
Friday, September 12
Bring your technicians to HVAC
Comfortech on Friday, September 12 for a full day of sessions geared specifically to their needs. For the unbelievable rate of only $99, your technicians will enjoy seminars, lunch and a pass for the exhibit hall. That’s a full day of training and networking for next to nothing!
Consultant’s Corner: FREE Consultations & Support for Contractors
Comfortech has gathered some of the industry’s finest and most sought after consultants to provide attendees an opportunity for FREE no obligation consultations during product showcase hours. Whether your dilemma involves marketing, sales, sales management, recruiting, operations, pricing, business or financial aspects, it can be overcome in your FREE private consultation. Also, join us for a 90-minute rapid-fire town hall session where audience members can ask questions in an open forum and get sure-fire responses from our panel of esteemed experts.
Thank Our Troops
To commemorate the anniversary of 9/11, HVAC Comfortech will provide attendees the opportunity to send thank-you cards to members of the military as well as to veterans for all of their sacrifices.
Look for the special Military Card Display in the convention center when you arrive. Note cards and postage will be provided.
The 5th Annual Women in HVACR Conference
September 9-10
Network with women from all areas of the industry.
Participate in Educational Sessions.
Meet the 2008 Contracting Business HVACR Woman of the Year.
Enjoy a Dynamic Keynote Speaker Address.
Stay Current on Industry and Association Updates.TO REGISTER:
Visit www.WomeninHVACR.org (http://www.WomeninHVACR.org) or contact Julie Eudy at 636-352-1148.
Non-Stop Networking Events
First-Timers Meeting
Wednesday, September 10
7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Omni Hotel at CNN Center
Are you attending HVAC Comfortech for the first time? The First-Timers Meeting will show you the lay of the land and introduce you to Comfortech veterans who are willing to share their knowledge and time with newcomers. Come find out how to make the most of your Comfortech investment!
Welcome Reception
Wednesday, September 10
7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Grand Ballroom
Omni Hotel at CNN Center
Hosted by: Emerson Climate Technologies
Thursday Evening Extravaganza
at the New World of Coca-Cola
Thursday, September 11
8:00 – 11:00 p.m.
New World of Coca-Cola
Hosted by:
Dessert Party
Friday, September 12
9:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Grand Ballroom
Omni Hotel at CNN Center
Prize Drawings
Golden Ticket Drawing
Prizes Donated By Exhibitors
When you check in at the Registration Desk on site, look in your packet for a “Golden Ticket.” If you get one, you’ve already won a great prize like HVAC accessories and equipment, a gift certificate or maybe even a weekend getaway!
Grand Prize Drawing — Expanded for 2008!
Sponsored By: LG Electronics
PRIZES:
$250 AMEX Gift Card
Sirius Satellite Radio with one-year subscription
Nintendo Wii game system and one (1) gameGrand Prize – 42” High Definition Television courtesy of LG Electronics
EVERY attendee registration
packet will include an entry ticket for the Grand Prize drawing. Just fill out the ticket and drop it off at Contracting Business booth. The Grand Prize winners will be picked on Friday during show hours.