GANA Annual Conference
The GANA Annual Conference is scheduled for February 20-24,
2012 in Sarasota, Florida. Seven Divisions of GANA have
meetings planned at this event, along with the
non-Division Committees including Fire-Rated Glazing,
Glazing Industry Code Committee, Marketing, and
Protective Glazing.
Registration
Conference fees are due when registering.
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Registration Fees |
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Members |
$ 675 (Full Conference) |
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*Non-Members |
$1400 (Full Conference) |
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Spouses |
$ 400 |
Energy Session
New this year is a separate Energy Session.
This session runs all day Tuesday and the first half
of Wednesday, and features a table top trade show to
highlight products and services available in the
energy industry. The Energy Session is
included in Full Conference registration, and those
wishing to attend only the Energy Session may do so
at a special price. If you are interested in
purchasing a table top in the trade show,
click here to view our brochure.
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Energy Session Registration Fees |
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Members |
$
299 (Energy Session) |
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*Non-Members |
$
600 (Energy Session) |
*Non-member companies attending a GANA
meeting for the first time will receive a $725 discount
(Full Conference only.)
Non-members not eligible to receive the discount that
join GANA prior to 60 days after the meeting will
receive a $725 credit for its registration fees on
membership dues.
Cutoff Date
All registrations must be submitted by January 26, 2012.
Cancellation Policy
Meeting Cancellation: The registration fee is
refundable (minus a cancellation fee of $150) if notice
of cancellation is received by
January 20, 2012. After this date, no refund
will be issued.
Accommodations
The Hyatt Regency Sarasota, the only AAA Four
Diamond hotel in Sarasota, had a stunning $22 million
head-to-toe renovation which has enhanced the perfect
blend of bayside location and pampering amenities. Hyatt
Regency Sarasota has reduced its carbon footprint too,
earning a Palm One designation from the Florida
Department of Environmental Protections (DEP) Green
Lodging program and our 32-slip private marina has also
been awarded a Clean Marina designation from the Florida
DEP. Delight in the beautiful Gulf Coast weather
as you swim through waterfalls gently splashing into the
pool, or sip a glass of wine as you watch the sun set
over our marina. Stroll leisurely to town for the
theater, shops and sightseeing, spend a day at the
beach, or head to St. Armand's Circle or Long Boat Key
all just minutes from the hotel set in the heart of the
Cultural District.
Amenities
iPod docking station
WiFi
Flat Screen TVs
All rooms have water view
Hotel
Restaurant and Bars
Currents Restaurant
Currents Restaurant, a chic Sarasota
restaurant overlooking the bay, offers a
gorgeous view, and innovative menu for
breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Currents Bar
Discover everyone's favorite meeting place
for cocktails and conversation in the
contemporary, recently updated Sarasota
waterfront lounge
Hurricane Hut
Savor a tropical cocktail as you relax
beside the luxurious lagoon-style pool,
surrounded by cascading waterfalls, lush
tropical plants and Palm trees.
Room Rates
Single or Double: $159 plus tax
Check-In: 4:00 pm Check-Out: 11:00 am
Transportation
The hotel is located 10 minutes from the
Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport. The
Tampa International and St. Petersburg/Clearwater
Airports are 75 minutes away.
Area Places of Interest
Asolo Center for the Performing Arts (4 miles)
Florida Studio Theatre (1/2 mile)
John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art (4 miles)
Mote Marine Aquarium (4 miles)
Pelican Mans Bird Sanctuary (4 miles)
Salvador Dali Museum (60 miles)
Sarasota Jungle Gardens (3 miles)
Selby Botanical Gardens (1 mile)
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (1 mile)
Shopping
Prime Outlets Ellenton (22 miles)
St. Armand's Circle (1 mile)
Towles Court Artist Colony (2 miles)
Westfield Shoppingtown Sarasota (3 miles)
Upscale Dining
5 One 6 Burns (Continental) (941) 906-1884
Cafι Baci (Italian) (941) 921-4848
Columbia Restaurant (Spanish) (941) 388-3987
The Colony Dining Room (Cafι) (941) 383-5558
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill (Seafood) (941) 383-0102
Golden Apple Dinner Theatre (941) 366-5454
Mediterraneo (Italian) (941) 365-4122
Mi Pueblo (Mexican) (941) 359-9303
Ruths Chris Steak House (Steak) (941) 924-9442
Siesta Key Oyster Bar (Seafood) (941) 346-5443
Annual Conference 2012 Program
Monday, February 20, 2012
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9:00 am |
GANA Foundation Board of
Directors (Closed) |
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| 9:00 am
10:30 am |
Centric Board of Directors
(Closed) |
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| 10:30 am
2:00 pm |
GANA Board of Directors
(Closed) |
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| 2:00 pm
5:30 pm |
Glazing Industry Code
Committee (Closed)
(Download Agenda) |
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| 6:00 pm
8:00 pm |
Board of Director's
Dinner
(Invitation Only) |
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
(Energy Session)
7:00 am 11:00 am
1:00 pm 4:00 pm |
Registration Desk |
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7:00 am 5:00 pm |
Task Group Room |
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7:00 am 5:00 pm |
Energy TableTop Show |
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7:00 am 9:00 am |
Energy Division General Session |
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7:00 am 8:15 am
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Requirements & Potential for
Windows and Concentrating Solar Power Mirrors
Timothy Snow and Robert Tenent
National Renewable Energy Laboratory |
8:15 am 9:00 am
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Future of the Solar Industry
Patrick Sargent, President
Corona Solar Group, LLC |
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9:00 am 11:00 am |
Laminating Division Task
Groups/Subcommittees/Committee Meetings
Laminated Glazing
Reference Manual
(Download
Agenda)
Glass Use in Furniture
Ball Drop Specification and Test Method
Use of Laminated Glass in Railings Systems
Effects of Moisture on Edges of Laminated
Glass
Glass Floors and Stairs
Suggested Procedures for Dealing with Broken
Glass
Sealant & Setting Block (Material)
Compatibility w/Laminated Glazing Materials
(Download
Agenda)
Technical Committee
(Download Agenda)
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11:00 am 12:00 pm |
Protective Glazing Committee
Meeting
(Download Agenda) |
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12:00 pm 1:30 pm
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Luncheon Speaker: Effects of ASCE
7 Wind Map Changes
Speaker: Lucas A. Turner, PE |
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1:30 pm 2:30 pm |
Energy Division Meeting
(Download Agenda) |
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2:30 pm 3:30 pm |
Laminating Division Meeting
(Download Agenda) |
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3:30 pm 5:30 pm |
New Professionals Committee
(Download Agenda) |
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6:00 pm 7:30 pm |
Welcome Trivia Night Reception
Dont worry about gathering up your team, because
youll become well acquainted with all members
during a night of networking and trivia. Start
brushing up on your ASTM knowledge, as well as your
pop culture expertise and help your team win
bragging rights for the year. |
Wednesday, February 22, 2012 (Energy Session)
7:00 am 11:00 am
4:00 pm 6:00 pm |
Registration Desk |
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7:00 am 5:00 pm |
Task Group Room |
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7:00 am 12:00 pm |
Energy TableTop Show |
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7:00 am 9:00 am
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Mirror Division Task
Groups/Subcommittees/Committee Meetings
Division Technical
Committee
(Download Agenda)
Enhanced Daylighting:
Taking Mirrors To A New Level
Marc Deschamps
Walker Glass |
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9:00 am 11:00 am |
Decorative Division Task
Groups/Subcommittees/Committee Meetings
Recyclability Task
Group
(Download Agenda)
Product Color and
Durability Subcommittee
(Download Agenda)
Decorative Glass
Standards Subcommittee
(Download
Agenda)
Technical Committee
(Download Agenda) |
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11:00 am 12:00 pm |
Fire-Rated Glazing Council Meeting
(Download Agenda) |
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12:00 pm 1:30 pm
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Luncheon Speaker:
Use of Glass in Solar Energy Applications
Now and in the Future
Patrick Sargent, President
Corona Solar Group, LLC |
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1:30 pm 2:30 pm |
Mirror Division Meeting
(Download Agenda) |
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2:30 pm 3:30 pm |
Decorative
Division Meeting
(Download Agenda) |
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3:30 pm 5:30 pm |
Marketing Committee
(Download Agenda) |
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6:00 pm 8:00 pm |
Luau Reception
Walk into our Luau paradise surrounded by
steel drums, leis and freshly roasted pork.
Enjoy a game of boche ball and savor the
warm Florida weather, poolside. |
Thursday, February 23, 2012
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7:00 am 11:00 am |
Registration Desk |
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7:00 am 5:00 pm |
Task Group Room |
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7:00 am 9:00 am |
Insulating Division Task
Groups/Subcommittees/Committee Meetings
Gas Content GIB Task
Group
(Download Agenda)
Describing
Constructions GIB Task Group
(Download Agenda)
Technical Committee
(Download Agenda)
Triple IG: Applications, Trends and
Challenges
Chuck Anderson
Guardian Industries Corp. |
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9:00 am 12:00 pm |
Tempering
Division Task Groups/Subcommittees/Committee
Meetings
Distortion Task Group
Guidelines for the Fabrication of
Heat-Treated Architectural Flat Glass
IWCA Communications
Heavy Glass Door Design Guide
Recommended Applications for Heat-Treated
Glass
Engineering Standards Manual Subcommittee
(Download Agenda)
Importance of Fabrication Prior to Heat
Treatment
Proper Procedures for Cleaning Architectural
Glass
Glass Breakage in Balconies
Construction Subcommittee
(Download
Agenda)
Technical Committee
(Download Agenda)
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12:00 pm 1:30 pm
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Luncheon Speaker:
Understanding LEED and the IgCC Code What
will be Mandated by the Code?
Saulo Rozendo
Dow Corning Corporation |
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1:30 pm 2:30 pm |
Insulating Division Meeting
(Download Agenda) |
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2:30 pm 3:30 pm |
Tempering
Division Meeting
(Download Agenda) |
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3:30 pm 5:30 pm |
Flat
Glass Manufacturing Division Meeting
(Download Agenda)
PCR-LCA-EPD Update
Mike Turnbull
Guardian Industries
Corp. |
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6:00 pm 7:00 pm |
Reception
Join members for a final night at our
come-and-go reception at the Boat House.
Located on stilts in the bay, enjoy
cocktails and light appetizers before
preparing for the final day of Annual
Conference. |
Friday, February 24, 2012
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8:00 am 11:00 am |
GANA
Membership Breakfast Meeting/General Session |
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8:00 am 9:00 am |
GANA Membership Breakfast Meeting
Join fellow GANA members with a final networking
breakfast that will include updates on GANA
activities, as well as updates on ASTM, ANSI, and
more. |
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9:00 am 10:00 am |
GANA Towne Hall
Meeting
GANA has been listening to all of your input from
the past two member surveys. Now help us take those
comments and form the future for GANA. Board members
will lead discussions on what is important to
members, what the Association needs to focus its
time on and other new initiatives that need to be
considered. |
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10:00 am 11:00 am
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Overview and Outlook for the Commercial
and Residential Glass Industry
Michael E. Collins, Managing Director
Jordan, Knauff & Company |
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