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Mesa/Phoenix AZ
Paula Goldsmith, Director, Wiinger@aol.com, 602-323-7752

July 8, 2009, 9AM

GOGO: Worldwide Collection
by Stephanie Moss / BDM

Hunt's Sunland Village Restaurant

725 S. Rochester
Mesa,, Arizona 85206

Mapquest

For More Info:

Members: Supplier To Host, Non-members: Supplier To Host

Agent/Agency information to wiinger@aol.com

Space Is Very Limited=You Must RSVP" "RSVP": Agent/Agency information to wiinger@aol.com See you soon.....Paula Goldsmith Mesa/Phoenix Chapter Director++480-588-6941++602-323-7752 Call 10 AM to 6 PM. Supplier will host


NJ/Phila Chapter
Hema Khan, Director, new-jersey-chapter@ossn.com, 856-344-2990

July 14, 2009, 6:30PM

Selling Travel Insurance with Travel Insured
by Isaac Cymrot, Regional Sales Manager, Travel Insured

Panera Bread

48 Centerton Road
Mount Laurel, New Jersey 08054

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For More Info:

Members: free + cost of your meal, Non-members: $10 + cost of your meal

Call Hema @ 856-344-2990 or email new-jersey-chapter@ossn.com


North Carolina
Greta Jamieson, Director, gretamj@purpleparrottravel.com, 919-341-6626

July 16, 2009, 6:30PM

OSSN Topics and TRUE
by Patricia Bannister, OSSN Regional Director

Cafe Carolina & Bakery

137 Weston Parkway
Cary, North Carolina 27513

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For More Info:

Members: Price of food purchased, Non-members: Price of food purchased

Please RSVP by July 9, 2009


New Mexico / Albuquerque
Keith Powell, Director, powellspeaks@gmail.com, 505 839 1556

July 16, 2009, 11:45AM

Get Organized for Success
by Hazel Thornton

Chapter Meeting

St. Clair Winery & Bistro, 901 Rio Grande Blvd. NW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87104

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For More Info:

Members: $15.00, Non-members: $15.00

albuquerque@ossn.com

Cash or Check at the door - no credit cards.


SC OSSN (Greenville area)
Linda Isbell, Director, greenville-sc@ossn.com, 864-346-8060

July 17, 2009, 1:30PM

OSSN/TRUE/Marketing/Technology
by Patricia Bannister, OSSN Southeast Regional Manager

Carolina Fine Foods (Carolina meeting room)

625 SE Main St.
Simpsonville, South Carolina 29681

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For More Info:

Members: The only cost for this meeting will be your meal., Non-members: Your meal.

greenville-sc@ossn.com

Patricia is bringing her expertise regarding OSSN, TRUE, marketing and technology to South Carolina. Bring paper and pen as you will want to take lots of notes. She will be going over lots of information for you. Get your questions ready for Patricia to answer. Bring business cards for networking.


Richmond/Norfolk Chapter
John Grygalonis MCC, Director, jgrygalonis@cox.net, 757-303-5733

July 19, 2009, 4PM

Networking/Travel Agent Challenges
by John Grygalonis MCC

OSSN Member Cookout

12 Tempsford Lane
Williamsburg, Virginia 23188

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For More Info:

Members: Free, Non-members: This is members only cookout. Guests of OSSN members are invited.

Please RSVP no later that July 12th by e-mail or calling so that I will know how much food to get. 757-565-2848

Come join the fun with fellow OSSN members at a cookout on July 19th at my Williamsburg home starting at 4pm. There will be plenty of time to network and hear what other travel agents have to say about recent industry changes and challenges. Hot dogs, corn on the cob and soft drinks will be provided. Please bring a salad or side dish to share. Spouses/significant others welcome.


Knoxville
Mary Steiner, Director, marystravel1@comcast.net, 865-482-1450

July 21, 2009, 6:30PM

Growing your Business and Client Satisfaction Through Collette Products
by Julie Sowinski from Collette Vacations

TBA


Knoxville, Tennessee

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For More Info:

Come join us for an educational evening and learn how the many products of Collette Vacations can help to grow your business and lead to customer satisfaction. Let Julie tell you what new and exciting programs Collette has in store for your clients. Learn how to sign up for all Collette has to offer to travel agents and their favorable commission rates for you.


St. Louis Area
Linda Shipp, CTC, Director, stcharles@ossn.com, 314-374-6910

July 21, 2009, 6:30PM

RCCL and OSSN
by Mary Briggs BDM for RCCL & Melody Fee, Co-Founder

Ozzie's Sports Bar and Restaurant

45 Westport Plaza
St. Louis, Missouri 63145

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For More Info:

Members: Members FREE , Non-members: Non-members $10.00

st.charles@ossn.com

This will be an exciting meeting, having both of these women speak to us. Mary will let us know what great news RCCL has with their promotions to help us build our business. Melody will answer all your questions about OSSN. Bring your agent friends so we can show them how great OSSN membership can be for them. "WOW" Come and get the information YOU need.


Foothill Chapter OSSN
Cordially Yours Travel, Director, gwenduncan@inreach.com, 530-676-7430

July 23, 2009, 6:00PM

Understanding Your Roadmap to Create Success
by Chapter Director - Gwen Duncan

El Dorado Hills Raley's Event Center

3935 Park Dr.
El Dorado Hills, California 95762

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For More Info:

Members: FREE to members, Non-members: First 2 meetings are FREE

send RSVP to rescueca@ossn.com

Come join the Foothill Chapter of OSSN in learning and fun. We'll be having a Trivia Contest at every meeting as well as a TIPS/Networking period to share ideas, concerns, issues etc. regarding all aspects of our businesses. Remember, to join OSSN at your first meeting will garnish a $25 discount in membership. Hope to see you there.


Utah Chapter
Lisa A. Maddux, CTC, Director, utah-chapter@ossn.com, (435) 647-0612

July 28, 2009, 6:00PM

GOGO Worldwide Vacations New Worldwide Collection
by Stephanie Moss, Business Development Manager

Red Lion Hotel

161 West 600 South
Salt Lake City, Utah 84101

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For More Info: www.gogowwv.com

Members: no charge, Non-members: $10.00

RSVP to (435) 647-0612 or (801) 244-4515 by Thursday, July 23

Stephanie will be presenting GOGO's new Worldwide Collection which includes Asia, UAE, Australia, New Zealand and Discovery. All can be viewed in advance at www.gogowwv.com under "agent tools" then under "e-brochures." GOGO will pay for your dinner only if you bring a 2009 GOGO booking under deposit or paid in full; otherwise dinner is on your own. Space Is Very Limited - RSVPs must be received by Thursday, July 23.


Mesa/Phoenix AZ Chapter
Paula Goldsmith, Director, Wiinger@aol.com, 602-323-7752 480-588-6941

July 29, 2009, 5:30PM

US Virgin Islands
by Thelma Santiago Brewster, Regional Manager

Hunt's Sunland Village Restaurant

725 S. Rochester Mesa, AZ 85206
Mesa, Arizona 85206

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For More Info:

Members: Supplier will host, Non-members: Supplier will host

wiinger@aol.com

Dear Agents: "You are cordially invited to spend an evening with Thelma Santiago Brewster, Regional Manager, of the US Virgin Islands Department of Tourism." Together we will learn all about what this Beautiful and Dynamic destination has to offer."


Seattle Chapter
Michael Schrobat, Director, michael@cetctravel.com, 206-264-1270

August 6, 2009, 6:30PM

Funjet Vacations & Mark Travel
by Tausha Martinson

TBA

1411 Fourth Ave
Seattle, Washington 98101

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For More Info:

Members: complimentary, Non-members: $20.00

michael@cetctravel.com

This venue will move based on participation, we will offer a meeting room at a central location.


St. Louis Area
Linda Shipp, CTC, Director, stcharles@ossn.com, 314-374-6910

August 18, 2009, 6:30PM

GOGO Educational Opporturnities
by GOGO tours Patricia Petty

Ozzie's Sports Bar and Restaurant

45 Westport Plaza
St. Louis, Missouri 63145

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For More Info:

Members: FREE, Non-members: $10.00 at door- dinner and drinks on your own

st.charles@ossn.com

GOGO is planning a great meeting for us. Trisha will let us know about their new education fam trips and hope we all sign up. Sounds like a very good presentation and they are very excited to speak to our OSSN group. Come and learn on August 18th, 2009 at Ozzies.


THETRADESHOW
, Director, rlefevre@asta.org, 941-322-9700

September 13, 2009, AM

Don’t just survive! Learn how to THRIVE as a Home-Based Agent
by Gary Fee and Anita Pagliaso

ASTA Trade Show

Las Vegas Convention Center
Las Vegas, Nevada

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For More Info: http://www.thetradeshow.org/register_now.cfm

Members: $25, Non-members: $49

see show registration link

The 3-day travel show conference program is designed specifically for you. It offers comprehensive education and training to enrich your career and increase your sales. By attending THETRADESHOW, you will gain the essential knowledge and expertise to make your travel business more profitable.


Richmond/Norfolk Chapter
John Grygalonis MCC, Director, jgrygalonis@cox.net, 757-303-5733

September 16, 2009, 6:00PM

What's new with Carnival Cruise Line
by Sarah Jane Kirkland

Carnival Cruise Line


Williamsburg, Virginia 23188

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For More Info:

Members: Free, Non-members: $10.00 This cost will be deducted from your membership fee if you join at this meeting.

More information will be coming on this meeting soon. The exact date may change. The location will be updated as arrangements are finalized.


Utah Chapter
Lisa A. Maddux, CTC, Director, utah-chapter@ossn.com, (435) 647-0612

September 22, 2009, 6:00PM

Carnival Cruise Lines
by Willy Beumer, Business Development Director

Red Lion Hotel

161 West 600 South
Salt Lake City, Utah 84101

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For More Info: www.bookccl.com

Members: No charge, Non-members: $10.00

Please RSVP to (435) 647-0612 or (801) 244-4515


OSSN LA, OC, Inand Empire & San Diego County
Paula Mitchell Manning, Director, lax@ossn.com, 323-445-3026

September 23, 2009, 4:30PM

TBA
by Kathleen Ronald (Queen of Business Networking)

The Magic Castle

7001 Franklin Avenue
Hollywood, California 90028

Mapquest

For More Info:

Members: $20.00 Cash Only At The Door, Non-members: $40.00 Cash Only At The Door

Advance RSVP Required (Limited Seating)

Be prepared for the an evening of information that will help you build your business, world-class cuisine and MAGIC! We did an event at this venue last year -- and it was MAGICAL! This event requires: men to wear jackets & ties and women business or cocktail attire. Dress code for this venue is strictly enforced.


knoxville, TN
Mary Steiner, Director, Knoxville@OSSN.com, 865-482-1450

September 29, 2009, 6:30PM

Update on Carnival and Holland America Cruise Lines
by Tracie Mosley and Alan Baker

Golden Corral, 6612 CLINTON HIGHWAY
Knoxville, Tennessee 37830

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For More Info:

Come out an meet your local OSSN members and enjoy a sure to be a very informative and fun meeting with Tracie Mosley and Alan Baker. They update us and help us sell more cruises in the future. See you all there


OSSN LA, OC, Inand Empire & San Diego County
Paula Mitchell Manning, Director, lax@ossn.com, 323-445-3026

October 4, 2009, TBDAM


by Ship Inspection of The Splendor

Carnival Cruise Lines


San Pedro Pier, California

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For More Info:

Members: FREE, Non-members: Sorry OSSN Only Event

Advance RSVP Required (Limited Seating)

Come join us for a tour of Carnival Cruise Lines ship "The Splendor".


HomeBased Agent Show
, Director, ossn@tampabay.rr.com, 941 322 9700

October 7, 2009, AM


Trump Taj Mahal
Atlantic City, New Jersey

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For More Info: http://fall.homebasedagentshow.com/

(925) 701-0225

For Home Based Travel Agents who want to expand their knowledge of this dynamic growth phenomenon, as well as those brick-and-mortar travel agents in search of the most up to date information into this relatively new market force, this show, offers the undisputed opportunity to satisfy these requirements. Participants in this Home Based event ranging from thousands of travel agents to the most recognized corporate CEO's, have hailed the provocative and no-nonsense nature of this event's content, sighting the seminars, the panel discussions, the training and the keynote speakers.


Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast
Vincent Yeck, CTA, Director, palmbeach@ossn.com, 561-601-4208

October 7, 2009, 12:00PM

Jamaica -
by Ruby Henry - Jamaica Tourist Board

TBA


Palm Beach County, Florida

Mapquest

For More Info:

Members: TBA, Non-members: TBA

RSVP to palmbeach@ossn.com

This meeting is still in development, but will be sure to entertain and inform you about the beauty of Jamaica. Make sure you check back here for details.


Seattle Chapter
Michael Schrobat, Director, michael@cetctravel.com, 206-264-1270

October 15, 2009, 6:30 PM

Social Networking / Twitter / Face Book
by Michael Schrobat

Cetc Travel Services

1411 Fourth Ave - lobby meeting room
Seattle, Washington 98101

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For More Info:

Members: complimentary, Non-members: $20.00

michael@cetctravel.com

Food and Beverages will be offered complimentary to all members as well as live on line social networking 101 training.


Richmond/Norfolk Chapter
John Grygalonis MCC, Director, jgrygalonis@cox.net, 757-303-5733

October 21, 2009, 6:00PM

Whats new at Royal Caribbean
by Anthony Meloro ACC

Royal Caribbean


Williamsburg, Virginia 23188

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For More Info:

Members: Free, Non-members: $10.00 This cost will be deducted from your membership fee if you join at this meeting.

The exact date may change for this seminar. The location will be finalized soon. I will send out an update as soon these items are finalized.


Richmond/Norfolk Chapter
John Grygalonis MCC, Director, jgrygalonis@cox.net, 757-303-5733

November 18, 2009, 6:00PM

What new at Viking River Cruises.
by Robin Bear

Viking River Cruises


Williamsburg, Virginia 23188

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For More Info:

Members: Free, Non-members: $10.00 This cost will be deducted from your membership fee if you join at this meeting.

The exact date for this seminar may change. The location will be finalized soon and I will send out information on this location as it becomes finalized.


Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast
Vincent Yeck, CTA, Director, palmbeach@ossn.com, 561-601-4208

February 25, 2010, 06:00PM

Trade Show and Round Table Presentations
by PENINSULA TRAVEL PRESENTATIONS, INC.

TBD

TBD
West Palm Beach, Florida

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For More Info: http://www.peninsulashows.com

Members: Free - But Must Register at www.peninsulashows.com, Non-members: Free - But Must Register at www.peninsulashows.com

www.peninsulashows.com

Join OSSN and PENINSULA TRAVEL PRESENTATIONS, INC. as they provide a series of 5 minute round table presentations to small groups of 7 to 8 travel agents at a time. This unique format offers an excellent opportunity for vendors to educate and discuss with travel agents how best to present and sell their product to prospective clients. Reception, Dinner and Door prizes are included.


Chat Room Events

OSSN Members can talk live online with suppliers and other industry professionals by visiting the OSSN Members Only Chat Room section located: http://www.ossn.com/secure/education/chat/index.asp

OSSN will E-mail all active members for each scheduled Chat Night Event. OSSN Members who missed any past Chat Night Event may also visit the OSSN Chat area to retrieve past events from the archived chat library.

Niche Travel Shows Coming To Your City

Great local trade shows. Check our listing to find a show near you by clicking here: http://www.travel-shows.com/OSSN.html

PENINSULA TRAVEL PRESENTATIONS, INC.

We provide a series of 5 minute round table presentations to small groups of 7 to 8 travel agents at a time. This unique format offers an excellent opportunity for vendors to educate and discuss with travel agents how best to present and sell their product to prospective travelers.

Please review our schedule as we may have a show in your city. See page: http://www.peninsulashows.com

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