There’s networking, and then there’s Power Networking. Veteran attendees of the HIMSS Annual Conference and Exhibition know the difference.
It’s not just about meeting people and exchanging cards. It’s about hooking up with the right people through tools and technologies, and sharing valuable knowledge. HIMSS provides the networking opportunities and capabilities for an enriching power networking experience.
Start your power networking off with the Opening Reception at the Georgia World Congress Center, Sunday, Feb. 28, from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Registered conference attendees can network while enjoying fine food, cocktails and live music.
http://www.himssconference.org/networking/openingRec.aspx
The exclusive New Member Reception, on Monday, March 1, from 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM, is both an introduction to HIMSS member benefits and an opportunity to meet the HIMSS Board of Directors, Fellows and committee members.
http://www.himssconference.org/networking/newMemWelcome.aspx
The HIMSS Communities Open House, on Monday, March 1, from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM, gives members a glimpse of all of the Society’s communities, from the chapters, Special Interest Groups (SIGs), Fellows and Committees to the Task Force, Users Groups and more. http://www.himssconference.org/networking/commOpenHouse.aspx
To learn more about the Chapter Receptions: http://www.himssconference.org/networking/chapterreceptions.aspx
To learn more about the SIGs: http://www.himssconference.org/networking/sigMtgs.aspx
End your Tuesday with the 5K Fun Run/1 Mile Walk from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM at Centennial Olympic Park, home of the 1996 Summer Olympics. Sign up at 3:45 PM on race day at the lobby of the Georgia World Congress Center (front entrance of Lobby B near Terraces Restaurant).
http://www.himssconference.org/networking/funRun.aspx
Always a sell-out, reserve your tickets before you get to Atlanta for the Awards Banquet, to be held at the Omni Hotel’s Grand Ballroom at the CNN Center from 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Individual tickets may be purchased for $125, while groups can purchase a table of 10 for $1,250. Come to the gala event and recognize the significant contributions made by HIMSS members.
http://www.himssconference.org/networking/awardsBanquet.aspx
By mid-conference, you’ve hooked up with old friends and industry colleagues and met new friends to enjoy the Wednesday Night Special Event on March 3 as a big group. For $45, you can dine with the many exotic marine creatures at the Georgia Aquarium from 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Enjoy music, food and company in the world’s largest aquarium at 16,000 square feet. Transportation will be provided.
http://www.himssconference.org/networking/nightevent.aspx