Tips from an expert
The low down on the schedule
The actual APCO show is slated for the majority of attendees to go from Sunday, Aug 4th through Wednesday, Aug 8th.
Monday – August 6th –
The exhibit hall hours start on Monday at 10am, **HINT** the Professional Development Tracks don’t start until 2pm, so there is a large chuck of time between the Opening Session/Keynote and your tracks. This is what the conference organizers call “exclusive exhibit hall hours”. This simply means this is your time to visit the hall and it shouldn’t conflict with anything else. Meaning you won’t miss a track or session during this time. Also, there is a $10 lunch credit (with your registration) to be used from 11:30-1:30, redeemable in the exhibit hall. (way better then walking the 30min to get food at the casino buffet – remember you have to walk all the way back).
Tuesday – August 7th –
Repeat the process. If you’re hungry there is a breakfast that starts at 8am. If not, grab a bite on your way to the convention center. Then you’ll have a bit of extra time to stroll through the exhibit hall before the Professional Development Tracks start at 1:30pm. There is also the same $10 lunch credit to be used from 11:30-1:30, redeemable in the exhibit hall. Then its off to your tracks. Just a word to the wise, if you haven’t visited the expo hall until this point, you only have until 4pm. Then that’s it, exhibitors pack up and we are on to the next show. Next up is the the APCO Block Party which starts at 7 and is on Fremont Street (off property – shuttle service provided) so don't forget to bring those comfy shoes.
As you can see APCO is a big deal! I hope this blog helps you be a little more prepared for what to do and how to do it. I also hope this helps sort through some of the scheduling that can be difficult with these shows. Come by and see me at Xybix’s booth 1417 and see our new Eagle Dispatch Furniture Consoles and say “Hi”! I’d love to hear you read this blog! See you in Vegas!