NENA 2011 Networking & Special Events

Sunday, June 19

  • NENA Annual Membership Meeting – 4:30PM – 5:30PM

  • NENA 2011 Awards Ceremony – 5:30PM – 6:30PM

    Join us for this special hour honoring 9-1-1 professionals and callers who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and valor! This not-to-be-missed event will feature a celebration of NENA’s 30th Anniversary, as well as presentations from 9-1-1 Cares and 9-1-1 for Kids.

  • Welcome Reception – 6:30PM – 9:00PM

    Can’t wait until Monday morning to kick off your week in Minneapolis? Or maybe you just need to unwind after your Pre-Conference Course? Meet up with friends and colleagues from around the world at the Welcome Reception for some fun and games, light appetizers, and drinks.


Monday, June 20

  • First Timers’ Breakfast – 7:00AM – 7:45AM
    Sponsored by TruePosition

    The First Timers’ Breakfast is designed to give you a lay of the land and help you make the most of your inaugural conference experience. You will not only get to enjoy the most important meal of the day in the company of your peers, but also meet and hear from members of NENA’s Executive Board and learn about can’t-miss sessions and events.

  • ENP & Leadership Reception – 5:00PM – 6:00PM
    Sponsored by Time Warner Cable

    By invitation only


Tuesday, June 21

  • Exhibit Hall Reception – 2:30PM – 4:00PM

  • E9-1-1 Institute Parnership Reception – 6:00PM – 8:00PM

    Come celebrate the partnership between the Institute and NENA! All NENA 2011 attendees are invited to mix, mingle, and hear from Institute leadership about recent activities and partnership initiatives with NENA, APCO, NASNA, CTIA, 9-1-1 for Kids, the 9-1-1 Industry Alliance, and NAED. Additionally, the reception, taking place in the Hilton Symphony III Ballroom, offers the opportunity to learn more about the NextGen 9-1-1 Caucus members and their goals. If possible, please RSVP to Carla Anderson.


Wednesday, June 22

  • Regional Meetings – 7:45AM – 8:45AM

M100 Rooms – Escalators are near the Exhibit Hall entrance. Although 9-1-1 is becoming an increasingly national issue, most decisions are still made at the local, county, and state levels. Attend your Regional Meeting to get to know your NENA Regional Director and talk to other emergency communications  professionals about issues affecting the association and the public safety community in your area.

  • Chapter Leadership Forum – 11:00AM – 3:15PM
    Sponsored by OnStar

  • Installation Banquet & Gala – 6:00PM – 9:00PM
    Sponsored by AT&T

    Enjoy a special night with your NENA friends and colleagues! This is much more than just a dinner, as the evening also features the installation of the 2011-2012 NENA Executive Board and a chance to dance to some great live music. Bring your spouse or guest to make it an event to remember!