WHAT
Presented by NPMA's Leadership Development Group, Academy is focused on identifying, motivating and developing the industry's leaders by providing a networking opportunity; teaching skills that are applicable to your business; and facilitating the information exchange between generations of managers and owners.
WHEN
The Academy will begin the morning of Thursday, July 17 and will end on Saturday, July 19 after the annual Academy celebration and awards ceremony. Please note this is a different schedule than last year, so make sure you check your dates carefully when arranging your flights!
WHERE
Academy 2014 will be held at the Westin La Paloma Resort in Tucson, Arizona. In the midst of this desert setting, the Westin La Paloma is a lush oasis of activities: 27 holes of championship golf in a rolling green landscape, a complex of five refreshing pools with 177-foot waterslide, and a 9,300-square-foot, world-class spa.
Make your reservations today by calling 520-742-6000 and mentioning "NPMA" to receive the group rate of $119.00 per night.
WHY
The NPMA Academy is focused on developing not only the emerging leaders in the industry - it's also focused on creating future leaders for your company. And this year's program features business and industry leaders who will impart information and knowledge that cannot be found in a single setting anywhere else.
In addition, your team will have the ability to work with other industry leaders and develop relationships that they can bring back to the office to help your business succeed 365 days a year.
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For session details, visit www.npmapestworld.org/academy2014/education.cfm
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