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Host CVB: Visit Winston-Salem
Host Meeting Venue: Benton Convention Center
Host Hotels: Marriott Winston-Salem, Kimpton Cardinal Hotel & Embassy Suites Winston-Salem
Audio Visual & Technology Sponsor: EZAV
Signage Sponsor: Southport Graphics
ScheduleGolf OutingOptional ActivitiesLocation & AccommodationsEducationSponsors AENC Gives BackSilent AuctionCost & Registration
Schedule (In-Person)
Sunday, July 23, 2023
Golf Outing - Bermuda Run West - Winston-Salem
7:30 A.M. - 9:00 A.M. Registration, Practice
9:00 A.M. Sponsor Tee-Off Party Begins
9:30 A.M. Tee Times Begin (approx. every 10 minutes)
9:30 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. Tournament
5:00 P.M. Awards will be given at Sunday Evening Kick Off Party at Benton Convention Center
2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Graylyn Estate Tour Pour du Jour (additional fees apply)
1:30 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. BATL Axe Throwing Experience (additional fees apply)
4:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. Free Time
5:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. Kick Off Party and Golf Awards | Benton Convention Center - Gallery Ballroom
6:15 P.M. - 8:15 P.M. Opening Reception | ROAR
8:15 P.M. - until After Party | ROAR Mayfair Club Rooftop Bar & DJ
Monday, July 24, 2023
Locations in Benton Convention Center - Benton Winston Ballroom unless noted.
7:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. AENC Registration Desk Open | 1 Foyer
7:00 A.M. - 7:45 A.M. 'Get Fit with FUEL' Fundraiser | Location TBD
8:00 A.M. - 8:45 A.M. Coffee, Connect and Networking with Exhibitors
8:15 A.M. - 8:45 A.M. New Member Mingle | Location TBD
9:00 A.M. - 10:15 A.M. Keynote 1: Lead Without Speaking - The Importance of Nonverbal Communication
10:15 A.M. - 10:45 A.M. Networking Break with Exhibitors
10:45 A.M. - 11:45 A.M. Keynote 2: Not Your Grandma's Non-Dues Programs
11:45 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Lunch with Exhibitors
1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. Keynote 3: Leverage Linkedin to Strengthen Current Member Engagement & Drive New Membership
2:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. Networking Break with Exhibitors
2:30 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. Deeper Dives with Keynote Speakers: (choose 1 of 3)
3:30 P.M. - 5:45 P.M. Free Time; Explore Winston-Salem
5:45 P.M. - 6:45 P.M. Informal Networking - Connect with FUEL Young Professionals - ALL AGES Welcome (optional) | Sir Winston Wine Loft at Hotel Indigo
7:00 P.M. - 8:45 P.M. Welcome Reception and Silent Auction Evening | Kimpton Cardinal Mezzanine
8:45 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. After Party | Kimpton Cardinal Rec Room
Tuesday, July 25, 2023
8:00A.M. - 1:00 P.M. AENC Registration Desk Open
8:00 A.M. - 8:30 A.M. Coffee with Exhibitors
8:00 A.M. - 8:30 A.M. Board of Directors and Committee Chairs Meeting
8:30 A.M. - 9:45 A.M. Plated Breakfast with Keynote 4: Understanding Veterans. A Deeper Dive
9:45 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. Networking Break with Exhibitors
10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. Have a Voice, Not Merely a Seat at the Table: Powerful Strategies to Amplify Your Impact (FUEL Speaker Selection)
11:00 A.M. - 11:15 A.M. Networking Break with Exhibitors
11:15 A.M. - 12:15 P.M. Business Meeting, Awards Presentation and 2023 Annual Meeting Invitation