To register or learn more: http://www.itaa.org/events/event.cfm?EventID=2288

Sponsorships are being sought for this event. Please contact Taylor Pettis at 952-230-4560 for more information.

AeA Mountain States Council is proud to partner with the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce and other local business associations on this important event. We encourage you to participate.

Seating is limited; reserve your seat at www.denverchamber.org/debate

Event details: Tuesday October 7 2008 Debate: 3:00-4:40 Reception: 4:30-6:30 Hyatt Regency Denver at the Colorado Convention Center Capital Ballroom 650 15th Street Denver CO

These questions and many others will be answered during this interactive session. Session also includes a local small business Leader that will share their story of success with LSS.

Presenter 1: Ric Van Der Linden

Presenter 2: Dave McKeon from Nixon - local small business Leader with great Lean Six Sigma results.

AeA member attendance at this Roundtable is complimentary due to the generosity of Outsource Manufacturing. For more info visit www.outsourcemfg.com

Registration - 7AM

Board and Advisory Board Matters for Emerging Growth Companies

Emerging growth companies typically undergo significant changes and exist in fast-paced environments, where they are focused on rapidly developing markets and are trying to compete with limited resources. To supplement the knowledge and experience of the executive team, companies look to advisors and directors for guidance and governance. However, many emerging growth companies have little experience with boards

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The Latest from Washington, DC

This in-depth panel presentation will be led by Miller & Chevalier, a leading law firm in tax, employee benefits, and government affairs. Drawing from their rich background in these areas, you will hear experts discuss key topics of importance to your company's business, specifically, how proposed legislation will impact the following:

• Hot Topics in Fringe Benefits and Payroll Taxes
• Hot Topics in Tax Accounting
• Recent Developments in Executive Compensation
• Information and Reporting Issues Applicable to Cross Border Payments

Reserve your room by September 18, 2008 to receive discounted rate.

Energy Costs - Managing Today and Planning for the Future

Energy costs have increased dramatically over the past year and experts widely agree energy costs will become a key business consideration as worldwide demand continues to increase. Many supply-chain strategies are now obsolete as the landed cost of goods has risen sharply. The time is now to understand the trends, evaluate the impact on your business and develop an awareness of practices to avoid a setback in your business. Our panelists will discuss the trends we are seeing today and discuss strategies for addressing a changing business environment as it relates to energy.

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Mastering Management Skills Workshop

This workshop is designed for new managers faced with the challenges of managing business results and employees. This is a fast paced and participative workshop giving registrants new tools they can use immediately.

What Can You Do When You Saturate Your Current Markets?

Your company may dominate the market, or you may share it with a few worthy competitors. But what are your options as the head of engineering or as the chief technologist when your business drops to single digit growth and the customers seem quite satisfied? Alternative markets? New technologies? How do you investigate these without taking your eye off the ball or distracting your engineering team from the current business needs? Join us for a roundtable discussion as we exchange some good ideas as well as share our struggles.

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Save time and travel budgets - this is a Webinar that you can 'attend' from your computer and by telephone.

Register now with the AeA member discount (a savings of nearly $400) for GEIA's 2008 Vision Conference! This year's conference delves into the full spectrum of change occurring in the federal marketplace driven by the:

• Global war on terrorism
• Supplemental budgets and deficit spending
• Administration change and increased congressional oversight

To register or obtain additional information go to www.geia.org/2008vision

Going Green

Going Green is one of the hottest topics in business today. It is not just good for the environment, Going Green is good for business. From your facilities to your business processes to your people, there are easy and inexpensive ways to truly improve your company’s Green quotient. Join our industry panel to hear what steps some local high tech companies are taking to reduce their environmental footprint, impact the bottom line and enhance their brand image.

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This program will address an increasing security risk, identity theft, and what steps you can take today to protect your employees and yourself. You will hear Byron L. Dare, federal law enforcement officer with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, on the following:

• Why and how does it happen?
• How does it affect my company or myself?
• How do you protect your company or yourself?
• What to do if an employee or you are a victim?

CEO Forum

These invitation-only events are an excellent way to network with peers and hear a variety of perspectives on topics relevant to the finance profession. CEO Forum events are designed for CEOs, COOs and Presidents of AeA member companies.

IFRS - The Road Ahead: Will you be prepared?

With over 100 countries across the world requiring or allowing the use of IFRS for financial statements, it is a clear mandate that big changes lay ahead. What challenges will the U.S. companies face over the next few years?

Please join us for a joint program with Grant Thornton and AeA's Midwest Council to discuss the impact of IFRS and convergence of IFRS and GAAP.

Date: Thursday, October 30

Time: 11:30 a.m. - Registration, Lunch and Networking

Noon - 1:30 p.m. - The impact of IFRS on U.S. companies

Speakers:

This year's categories are:
Advanced Manufacturing
Biotechnology
IT-Software & Hardware Communications and Infrastructure
Medical Technology
Technology Services
Technology Executive of the Year (individual) - NEW!
Technology User
Cleantech - NEW!
Green
Innovative Collaboration of the Year
Education - Innovation in Teaching (K-12)

Sponsor opportunities are still available. Contact Taylor Pettis at 952-230-4555.

Registration/Networking - 11:00-12:00pm

AeA Orange County and OC Innovation Presents: Innovation & Globalization In Green

The 2-day Global Connect conference launches OC Innovation Month, and is an opportunity to network with Orange County businesses, and economic development organizations from around the world and learn how to create and nurture business relationships across borders and cultures. Display and sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.

No Refunds will be given after Tuesday Sept. 30.

Please send Gail Bush, AeA HR Chair, any topics that you would like to add to our agenda at Gail.Bush@PowerGenix.com. But please register online through the link below.

Registration/light breakfast: 7:15am