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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2009

11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Registration Desk Open
7:30 a.m. - Noon	MSCI Board of Directors Meeting
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.	Aluminum Product Division Council Meeting
6:15 - 7:00 p.m.	First Time Attendee Special Reception
7:00 - 10:00 p.m.	Welcome Party sponsored by Sapa Industrial Extrusions
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
8:00 a.m. - Noon	Deep Sea Fishing (see description)
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.	Ocean and Intracoastal Luncheon Cruise (see description)
2:00 - 5:00 p.m.	Tennis Tournament (see description)

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2009

7:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.	Registration Desk Open
7:00 - 7:30 a.m.	Breakfast Buffet
7:30 a.m.	Opening Ceremonies
7:45 - 8:15 a.m.	State of the Institute M. Robert Weidner, III, president & chief executive office, MSCI, on the institute, the industry and the significance of MSCI's Centennial.
8:15 - 9:15 a.m.	The Role for Business in the New Political Environment Jade West, senior vice president, government relations, National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Hear from a Washington insider about the political environment, the issues that will impact business and how business people can influence the outcome of today's great debates.
9:15 - 10:00 a.m.	Enhancing U.S. Competitiveness Globally William G. "Woody" Sutton, former U.S. assistant secretary for manufacturing and services, U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration and rear admiral, U.S. Navy (Ret.) U.S. domestic competitiveness is linked with the development of U.S. trade and economic policy for the manufacturing and services industries. Our speaker will give you his perspective on whether we are encouraging or discouraging business with our latest policies.
10:00 - 10:30 a.m.	Refreshment Break (sponsored by Metal Center News)
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.	Insights into Aluminum Markets: A CEO Panel Perspective Industry leaders share their insights and perspectives on the issues facing the metals industry and end-use markets today. Panelists: George A. Bogan, president & chief executive officer, Main  Steel Polishing Company, Inc. David H. Hannah, chairman & chief executive officer, Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co. Jack A. Hockema, president & chief executive officer, Kaiser Aluminum Bill Jones, vice chairman, O'Neal Industries, Inc. Michael F. Petersen, president, Petersen Aluminum Corporation
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.	Reception
7:30 - 11:00 p.m.	A Dining Experience (seating by producer invitation) Entertainment by The Capitol Steps
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.	Spouse/Guest Yoga (see description)
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.	MSCI Book Club (see description)
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.	Catamaran Thrill Ride (see description)
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.	Croquet Tournament 1 (see description)
12:30 p.m.	Couples Golf Tournament (see description)

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2009

7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.	Registration Desk Open
7:00 - 7:30 a.m.	Breakfast Buffet
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.	Economic Outlook 2010: Navigating your Markets during Challenging Times Alan Beaulieu, principal, economist & senior analyst, Institute for Trend Research Top economist Alan Beaulieu offers his perspective on the short and long-term economic forecasts for important aluminum markets and the metals business globally as well as a global economic outlook that will help navigate your business during challenging times. Learn what leading indicators to watch and which can be safely ignored.
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.	Ensuring Higher Quality Health Care in the Future William A. Peck, Ph.D., director, Center for Health Care Policy, Washington University Michael D. Maves, MD, executive vice president and chief executive officer, American Medical Association The U.S. health care system is in crisis. With tens of millions uninsured and skyrocketing health care costs, Congress is rushing to pass radical legislation. How will the Obama administration's proposals affect your company and the quality of health care for you and your employees?
9:30 - 10:00 a.m.	Refreshment Break
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.	Relationship Economics: An Inspiring Fresh Perspective David Nour, relationship strategist and author of Relationship Economics Learn more about the art and science of building relationships for better business results. Our speaker offers a process for individuals, teams, and corporations to build, nurture, and leverage their personal, functional, and strategic relationships.
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.	Reception
7:30 - 11:00 p.m.	MSCI 100th Anniversary Dinner-Dance (seating by producer invitation) Black tie optional. Entertainment by Lisa Z and the Funhouse Band
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
8:00 - 8:10 a.m.	Spouse Tee Times (space is limited) Boca Raton Golf Course (see description)
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.	Floral Design Workshop: Thanksgiving Wreath (see description)
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.	Herbs & Spices - Cuban Cooking Demonstration with Lunch (see description)
12:30 p.m.	Delegates' Golf Tournament (shotgun start) Boca Raton Golf Course Lunch buffet for golfers open at 11:30 a.m. (see description)
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.	Croquet Tournament 2 (see description)
2:00 - 5:00 p.m.	Kayaking and Nature Park Tour (see description)

 

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