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Nov. 2 – 3 – International Association of Emergency Managers (1,505 attendees)
The IAEM Annual Conference provides a forum for current trends and topics, information about the latest tools and technology in emergency management and homeland security, and advances IAEM committee work. Sessions encourage stakeholders at all levels of government, the private sector, public health and related professions to exchange ideas on collaborating to protect lives and property from disaster. If you are an emergency manager, homeland security official, first response coordinator, private industry risk manager or contingency planner, you will not want to miss the IAEM 57th Annual Conference & EMEX 2009.
 
Nov. 4 – 7 – Diving Equipment & Marketing Association (13,000 attendees)
DEMA Show 2009 is the only international trade-only event for the diving, action water sports and travel industries. Join the thousands of dive industry professionals that will discover the POWER of DEMA Show this November 4-7 in Orlando, FL. The DEMA Show website is the virtual home of DEMA Show! Visit this site often for continuous news and updates on all that is DEMA Show.
 
Nov. 7 – Central Florida Children’s Expo (3,800 attendees)
Promising to be a fun and informative event for the whole family, the Central Florida Children's Expo has something for everyone! Featuring exhibits, entertainment, activities for kids of all ages, safety demonstrations, baby products, prizes, and more!
 
Nov. 8 – 10 – International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (10,000 attendees)
The 55th Annual Employee Benefits Conference is your unmatched option for education. This grand-scale event offers over 175 focused sessions addressing topics important to those who serve multiemployer and public employee benefit plans.
 
The conference provides opportunities for collaboration and networking, as well as an environment that builds a sense of pride and unity. You’ll value conversations that inspire you to think creatively in a new economy, sessions that help answer the questions you’re facing, workshops that provide new strategies for success and, most importantly, ideas that will save your fund money in the short and long term.
 
Industry thought leaders will guide you as you attempt to sail smoothly through uncharted waters. Peer connections in the benefits world will prove invaluable as you share experiences and successful ideas. Attending this conference will give you what you need to be successful today and into the future.
 
Nov. 10 – 12 – Telco TV 2009 Conference and Expo (2,500 attendees)
TelcoTV is the telecom industry’s premier event for the exploration of a comprehensive entertainment convergence strategy. Like no other event, TelcoTV brings together service providers of all sizes, with a common interest in transforming their organizations into entertainment powerhouses. The TelcoTV exhibit hall is packed with hundreds of vendors showcasing technical solutions and cutting-edge content to help telcos compete against cable and satellite.
 
Nov. 11 – 12 – National Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds (850 attendees)
Over 3,700 private RV Parks and Campgrounds across the country depend on the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC) to bring value-added services to their businesses every day. ARVC membership provides: 
 
· Group purchasing power on a wide array of products and services;
· National public relations and promotional services designed to increase camper days at ARVC parks across the country;
· Advocacy representation on an array of issues in state and national policy circles;
· Hands-on business management services, including extensive educational offerings, numerous industry publications, and marketing and advertising opportunities.
 
ARVC is the only national association exclusively representing the interests of all commercial RV Parks and Campgrounds in the United States. Membership includes RV parks and campgrounds, cabin and lodge resorts, membership campgrounds and resorts, industry suppliers and park developers.
 
Nov. 15 – 18 – American Heart Association 2009 (22,000 attendees)
Scientific Sessions is structured around seven cardiovascular cores that reflect the evolution of scientific investigation and practice; include and integrate basic, clinical, population and translational science; and will increase interaction among attendees. Our goals in organizing this year's Scientific Sessions are listed below. With your participation, we will accomplish them.
  • To present recent advances in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disease and stroke for physicians, scientists (basic, clinical population and translational), nurses and healthcare professionals.
  • To present new clinical research advances through the Late-Breaking Clinical Trials sessions.
  • To provide a forum for the exchange of new research by scientists/investigators working in cardiovascular disease and stroke.
  • To provide an opportunity, in various forums including small groups, for attendees to interact with experts in question-and-answer sessions related to daily practice and public health issues.
  • To provide, through the Cardiovascular Seminars, How-To Sessions, Daytime Seminars and Sunday Morning Programs, a review of current patterns in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
  • To provide attendees, through the Plenary Sessions, an opportunity to learn about state-of-the-art cardiovascular research and how it applies to clinical practice.
 
Nov. 20 - 22 – Live Design International (8,500 attendees)
Do you need TOOLS that will help you BREAK through the economy, give you a competitive edge and allow you to work more efficiently? This year we’re all being challenged to deliver more at our jobs…more productivity, more expertise, more creativity. In today’s economy, it has become more critical than ever for live design professionals to update their technical knowledge and sharpen their skills. In 2009, you either contribute or become extinct. LDI has all the tools and resources you’ll need to help you work smarter.
 
Nov. 26 – 29 – Central Florida International Auto Show (30,000 attendees)
Don’t miss the latest automobiles and vehicle trends at the 2010-Model Central Florida International Auto Show where the newest cars, crossovers, sport-utility vehicles, trucks, hybrids and more roll into the Orange County Convention Center. Check out the specialty displays and see the newest technology and automotive trends.
 
Nov. 30 – Dec. 3 – I/ITSEC the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation & Education Conference (16,000 attendees)
The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) promotes cooperation among the Armed Services, Industry, Academia and various Government agencies in pursuit of improved training and education programs, identification of common training issues and development of multiservice programs. Initiated in 1966 as the Naval Training Device Center/Industry Conference, the conference has evolved and expanded through increased participation by the Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Industry. In 1979 it became known as the Interservice/Industry Training Equipment Conference.
 
Dec. 3 – 5 – Athletic Business Conference (3,500 attendees)
The Athletic Business Conference & Expo is a premier educational event for athletic, fitness and recreation professionals. Through thought-provoking seminars, outstanding keynotes, a diverse trade show and great networking, you'll get the latest information on building, managing, operating and marketing sports, recreation and fitness facilities and programs.
 
Whether you're an experienced athletic, recreation or fitness administrator, or new to the profession, you will benefit from the educational and networking opportunities available at this top-notch event.
 
Dec. 5 – Live! Orlando (2,500 attendees)
 
Dec. 5 – 2009 Gujarati Cultural Talent Dance (2,000 attendees)
 
Dec. 10 – 12 – Performance Racing Industry (45,000 attendees)
Don’t miss the three biggest business days in motorsports when the worldwide racing industry gathers in Orlando, December 10-12, 2009, for the 22nd Annual Performance Racing Industry Trade Show.
 
Taking up 1,000,000 square feet, 1200+ companies will display the latest advances in racing products and race engineering. Engine parts, suspension components, data acquisition, safety gear, new metal alloys and coatings, machining equipment, race electronics...it’s all part of the world’s largest racing trade show.
 
Arriving from 60+ countries, 40,000 buyers will scour the displays to source the new technology that will be winning races next year. It’s all hardcore racing. No fuzzy dice. No neon windshield wipers. The PRI Trade Show is so big, they can’t afford to miss a single day.
 
Attendees are pre-qualified. Admission is complimentary, but they must all prove they own, manage or are employed by a racing business. Buyers for tens of thousands of racing retail stores, warehouse distribution centers, professional race engine builders, race car production companies, are making 2010 inventory decisions in each exhibit. They represent the all-important distribution pipeline for racing products. In the US alone, there are more than 400,000 racers, the vast majority of whom are at the grassroots level, purchasing products from their local race store or race engine builder. Thousands of professional race teams, from NASCAR Cup teams to NHRA Top Fuel, ALMS to Grand Am, Japan to the UK, send buyers to ensure they are current with today’s race technology.
 
Estimated total value of the US racing market is valued at $13.5 billion, according to a survey conducted by the British racing trade organization, Motorsport Industry Association. This figure does not include OEM motorsport engineering investment. The PRI Trade Show is ranked as the 48th largest trade show in the US by Tradeshow Week magazine.
 
If you are a supplier of components, equipment or engineering services active in the growing racing industry, capture your share of this powerful market by exhibiting. Conduct business face to face, and get your products into the all-important racing distribution pipeline!
 
If you are a racing industry buyer, we guarantee you’ll see more new racing products and technology than anywhere on Earth!
 
Dec. 11 – King of Glory (2,000 attendees)
This event if open to the public.
 
Dec. 11 – 13 – Benny Hinn Ministries – Orlando Fire Conference and Miracle Service (10,000 attendees)
These life-changing conferences feature a powerful move of the Holy Spirit, in-depth teaching from the Word of God and a personal touch for each person in attendance.
 
Dec. 12 – 13 – Cities of America (2,600 attendees)
 

 

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