Annual Conference 2012
About this Conference | Registration | Conference Hotel | Program | Designation Conferment | Sponsorship Opportunities TopAnnual Claims Conference & Designation Reception
presented by American Educational Institute &
The Society of Claim Law Associates
Hyatt Regency Hotel
Five Embarcadero Center
San Francisco, California
October 4-6, 2012
EARLY BIRD
SCLA MEMBERS
SAVE $200
When you register
by August 1
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ABOUT THIS CONFERENCE
The SCLA Claims Conference and Designation Reception, presented by American Educational Institute and The Society of Claim Law Associates, provides claims law education and recognition. The conference also provides opportunities to network with other claims professionals who share similar concerns and challenges.
The educational program is designed to help claims professionals sharpen their skills, enhance their productivity, and stay current on the latest industry developments.
This is also the conference where new AEI designees are recognized for their achievements. Claims professionals are recognized for having achieved a Specialist Designation, an Associate Designation, and the “ultimate in claims law professionalism” – the Senior Claim Law Associate (SCLA) Designation. Silver and Gold Award recipients are also recognized.
For more information about American Educational Institute’s claims law designations, visit www.aeiclaimslaw.com or contact an AEI representative at (800) 631-8183.
When: The conference will start on Thursday, October 4, 2012 and end on Saturday evening, October 6, 2012. The conference begins with a Welcome Reception on Thursday evening, October 4, followed by educational seminars on Friday and Saturday mornings, October 5 and 6, and ends with the Conferment Ceremony, Designation Reception, and Dinner on Saturday evening, October 6. Click here for a Conference Program.
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Where: The conference will take place in the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Five Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, California 94111. The hotel’s telephone number is (415) 788-1234.
Hotel reservations must be made through the SCLA, not with the hotel. For information regarding conference hotel reservations, see Hotel Reservations.
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Who Should Attend: In addition to claims professionals who are being recognized for having achieved AEI’s Claims Law Designations and Awards, claims executives, managers, investigators, and frontline adjusters from insurance carriers and independent adjusting firms will benefit from the conference. Participation is not limited to SCLA members or AEI designees – all insurance claims professionals are invited to participate. You’ll be joined by claims professionals from leading insurance companies throughout the United States.
The conference provides quality claims-relevant education, and the schedule also includes opportunities to explore the conference city. Most participants bring their spouse or a guest. In addition, the Welcome Reception, Conferment Ceremony, Designation Reception and Dinner are conference functions particularly suited to spouse/guest participation. Guest participation in conference functions including the Welcome Reception, Conferment Ceremony, and the Designation Reception/Dinner requires a guest registration and payment of the guest fee. For more information regarding the guest fee, see Registration.
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Area Attractions: The conference program provides ample opportunity to explore the many exciting attractions that San Francisco and the surrounding area have to offer. San Francisco is often called “Everybody’s Favorite City,” a title earned by its scenic beauty, cultural attractions, diverse communities and world-class cuisine. Measuring 49 square miles, this very walk-able city is dotted with landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, Alcatraz and the largest Chinatown in the United States. A stroll of the City’s streets can lead from Union Square to North Beach to Fisherman’s Wharf, with intriguing neighborhoods to explore at every turn. Views of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay are often laced with fog, creating a romantic mood in this most European of American cities. And if you plan to extend your stay, the special conference room rate applies three days before the conference start date (Oct. 4) and three days after the conference end date (Oct. 6).
If golf is your game, contact the Hyatt Regency Concierge to schedule a tee time at one of the many golf courses in the surrounding area.
Alcatraz San Francisco provides package tours of Alcatraz Island along with a San Francisco City Tour, Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour, and a Double Decker Hop On Hop Off Tour to name just a few. Visit Alcatraz Tours or call toll free (800) 410-8233 to reserve a tour just right for you. If you are looking for Alcatraz tickets alone, please visit Alcatraz tickets. If you are interested in visiting Alcatraz Island, it is highly recommended that you purchase your tickets in advance of your tour date because tickets often sell out. Alcatraz tickets are available 90 days in advance of your tour date.
Significant savings are available off regular admission prices to some of the most popular city attractions including the California Academy of Sciences, the Aquarium of the Bay, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and an Alcatraz Island Tour plus a Muni and Cable Car 7-Day Passport (unlimited rides) when you purchase a San Francisco City Pass. Visit City Pass for all the details.
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Dress Code: Except for the Conferment Ceremony and Designation Reception on Saturday evening, the dress code is business casual. Business attire for men and women is appropriate for the Conferment Ceremony and Designation Reception.
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REGISTRATION
Current dues-paid members of the SCLA are eligible for the reduced conference registration fee. And, if the registration and payment are received on or prior to August 1, 2012, the “early bird” rate also applies.
If you are not presently a dues-paid member of the SCLA, but you are eligible to become one (you are eligible to become a member of the SCLA if you have earned any of the claims law designations offered by American Educational Institute), you may pay your membership dues in conjunction with your conference registration. SCLA dues are $60 per year. Dues-paid members are eligible for the reduced conference registration fee and all of the other member benefits.
The conference registration fee includes all educational sessions, conference materials, Thursday evening Welcome Reception, two continental breakfasts, four refreshment breaks, and the Saturday evening Designation Reception, Conferment Ceremony, and Dinner.
The conference guest fee includes the Thursday evening Welcome Reception, two continental breakfasts, and the Saturday evening Designation Reception, Conferment Ceremony, and Dinner. Guest fee functions cannot be purchased separately.
Hotel and transportation costs are not included in the conference registration fees. For information regarding hotel reservations and transportation see Hotel Reservations. and Travel Recommendations.
Registration Fees: The following registration fee schedule applies:
Registration Fees |
Early Bird Rate by 08/01 | After 08/01 | On Site |
|---|---|---|---|
Dues-Paid SCLA Member* |
$695 | $775 | $815 |
Eligible Non-Member** |
$755 | $835 | $875 |
Non-Member |
$820 | $895 | $945 |
Guest Fee |
$250 | $250 | $300 |
* Dues-Paid SCLA Member: Only current dues-paid members of the SCLA are eligible for the reduced registration fee.
**However, if you are eligible to become an SCLA member (to be eligible you must hold an AEI designation), you may pay your membership dues ($60) with your conference registration to take advantage of the reduced registration fee. For more information, contact an SCLA representative at (908) 766-5920.
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Two Easy Ways to Register: Mail your completed registration form with payment (check made payable to SCLA, or credit card information) to: SCLA • P.O. Box 82 • Basking Ridge • NJ • 07920; or fax your completed registration form with your credit card information to: (908) 766-9710.
Upon receipt of your completed registration form and payment we will send you a registration confirmation letter and payment receipt.
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Conference Registration Form: Click here to download and print a Conference Registration Form.
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Conference I.D. Badges: All conference attendees are required to check in at the Conference Registration Desk that will be located in the Hyatt Regency Hotel. When you check in, you will receive your conference I.D. badge and a badge for your guest, if you registered and paid for a guest. The conference I.D. badge must be worn for admission to all conference functions including the Thursday evening Welcome Reception that is scheduled to begin at 6:00 pm and end at 8:00 pm. Although the Conference Registration Desk will be open on Friday, October 5 and Saturday, October 6 (see hours of operation below) it is recommended that you check in at the registration desk as soon as possible, preferably on Thursday, October 4 between the hours of 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm.
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On-Site Registration Hours: The Conference Registration Desk will be located in the Hyatt Regency Hotel, and will be open according to the following schedule:
Thursday, October 4 - 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm;
Friday, October 5 - 8:00 am - 1:00 pm;
Saturday, October 6 - 8:00 am - 1:00 pm.
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Substitution and Cancellation Policy:
Registration Fees: If after having registered, you are no longer able to attend, you may substitute another person at any time prior to the conference at no additional cost. If you must cancel and you do so in writing on or prior to August 1, 2012, you will receive a registration fee refund, less a $50 administrative fee. Registrants who do not provide written notice of cancellation on or prior to August 1, 2012 are responsible for the entire conference registration fee (fee is not refundable nor transferable to any subsequent SCLA Conference).
Whatever the reason, if the SCLA cancels the conference, neither AEI nor SCLA shall be responsible for any airfare or other costs incurred by registrants and guests in preparation for attending the conference. However, if the SCLA cancels the conference, all registration fees shall be fully refunded.
Hotel Cancellations: The SCLA will cancel hotel reservations made on conference registration forms before the hotel cut-off date (August 31) for any registrant who provides the SCLA with written notice of cancellation. After the hotel cut-off date (August 31), registrants themselves may cancel or modify their room reservation by directly calling the hotel at (415) 788-1234. If a room reservation is canceled within three days of the registrant’s expected arrival, the registrant will not incur any liability for the canceled hotel reservation. Otherwise, the registrant’s credit card on file will be charged for one night at the rate that was booked plus taxes.
Notice of Cancellation: Conference cancellation must be in writing, and made by:
Mail: SCLA - P.O. Box 82 - Basking Ridge - NJ 07920;
Fax: (908) 766-9710; or
EMail: Jchiara@aeiclaimslaw.com
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CONFERENCE HOTEL
The SCLA Annual Claims Conference and Designation Reception will be held in the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Five Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, California, 94111. The hotel’s telephone number is (415) 788-1234. Luxury and location converge in perfect balance at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco. The only AAA Four Diamond downtown San Francisco hotel situated right on the Embarcadero waterfront. Guests will enjoy immediate access to both the Financial District and the city’s most famous attractions. You’ll find the historic Ferry Building on one side of the Hyatt Regency, the ferry to Alcatraz and the Bay on the other, and stunning views all around. With so many options, you may choose to wander through Chinatown to Fisherman’s Wharf, shop in Union Square or board the cable cars for a riding tour of the city. For information regarding hotel amenities and services (but not hotel reservations), visit the Hyatt Regency San Francisco website.
Hotel reservations must be made through the SCLA, not with the hotel. For information regarding conference hotel reservations, see “Hotel Reservations.”
Hotel Reservations: Make your hotel reservation at the special SCLA Conference rate of $239 + tax (single and double occupancy) per night, by completing the Hotel Reservation section of the Conference Registration Form. The special conference room rate is available through August 31, 2012; after that, room reservations will be accepted based on availability at the prevailing rate. Additional persons will be charged at a rate of $25 per person, per night, with a maximum of four persons per guestroom. Children under eighteen stay free in their parent’s guestroom. Do not make your hotel reservation directly with the Hyatt Regency – hotel reservations must be made in conjunction with your Conference registration with the SCLA. You may confirm your hotel reservation beginning on or after August 31 by calling the hotel directly at (415) 788-1234. Although the Hyatt Regency Hotel will be provided with your credit card information, your card will not be charged until you arrive. However, your card will be charged for one night at the rate booked + taxes if you do not cancel within three (3) days of your expected arrival.
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Travel Recommendations
United Airlines offers special discounts off airfares for travel to and from the SCLA Annual Claims Conference & Designation Reception. You may book online at www.united.com and enter the offer code ZMNB427474 in the offer code box when searching for your flights. If booking through a travel professional or MeetingWorks at (800) 468-7022, please give them the following information:
| Agreement Code: 427474 | Z Code: ZMNB |
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The special discount is available to SCLA Conference attendees who travel between September 30, 2012 and October 10, 2012. Experience dependable, first-rate service and earn miles in MileagePlus, United’s award-winning frequent flyer program. To enroll in MileagePlus, log on to www.united.com.
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Avis Auto Rental: The SCLA has also partnered with Avis to provide conference attendees with discount rental rates. Attendees interested in renting a car may contact Avis directly at (800) 331-1600 to receive the best car rental rates available. You must identify yourself as an SCLA Conference attendee and provide the Avis representative with the Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number: J097210.
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Ground transportation: Ground transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the Hyatt Regency Hotel is available by shuttle and taxi. As a leading ground transportation concessionaire at San Francisco International Airport, Lorrie’s Airport Shuttle offers online reservations for transportation between the airport and the Hyatt Regency Hotel. You can book transportation with a shared ride shuttle service or with an exclusive luxury vehicle. Lorrie’s can be reached at (415) 334-9000 or online at Lorrie’s Airport Shuttle. The cost for a shuttle ride is $30 round trip and $16 each way. The cost of a taxi is approximately $50 + gratuity each way.
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PROGRAM
The conference will begin with a Welcome Reception on Thursday evening, October 4 and end with the Designation Reception, Conferment Ceremony, and Dinner on Saturday evening, October 6. Educational seminars are planned for Friday and Saturday mornings, October 5 and 6. Click here for a Conference Program.
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Seminars: Six claims law education seminars are scheduled beginning on Friday morning, October 5, and ending on Saturday, October 6. All of the seminars are general sessions and will take place in the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Conference registrants are encouraged to attend the seminars as there is ample time in the program to relax and explore San Francisco and the surrounding area. Registrants will receive a raffle ticket for each of the six seminars and the appropriate ticket will be collected at the end of each seminar. Two raffle drawings will take place on Saturday, October 6 immediately after the last seminar – the first winner will receive a $200 American Express Gift Check and the second winner will receive a $100 dollar American Express Gift Check. Registrants must be present at the drawing to win. Take advantage of the educational program – in addition to increased knowledge, you may also win an American Express Gift Check.
Friday, October 5
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Seminar: “Burn Baby Burn”: Hollywood Helps Adjusters Deal With Claimants Who Make Arson Claims, presented by Erwin E. Adler, Esq., Adler Law Group, Los Angeles. Arson has been a longstanding problem for insurance carriers. A prompt and cost effective investigation is necessary and if the investigation substantiates arson, issues of coverage and bad faith must also be addressed. Mr. Adler will discuss recent changes in the methods of investigating fire claims and evolving doctrines to protect carriers from subsequent bad faith claims. The presentation will be highlighted by clips from various motion pictures.
Speaker: Erwin E. Adler, Esq. Mr. Adler is a founder of the Adler Law Group, Los Angeles. He received his J.D. from Harvard Law School and an L.L.M. from the University of Michigan. His expertise focuses on coverage issues as well as litigating bad faith claims. Mr. Adler has authored and published numerous articles on various insurance issues and has been a speaker at almost every SCLA Claims Conference since its inception. His entertaining, informative, and focused presentations have always been extremely well received. Mr. Adler may be contacted at Adler Law Group, 350 Figueroa Street, Suite 557, Los Angeles, CA 90071. Telephone: (213) 893-3900.
10:45 am - 11:45 am
Seminar: Handling Policy Limit Demands in Third Party Cases, presented by Michael M. Pollak, Esq., Pollak, Vida & Fisher, Los Angeles. In a third party claim, the claimant’s attorney may give the insurance carrier a demand to settle for the policy limit proceeds. Sometimes the demand has time limits and conditions. Under the law, if an insurance carrier unreasonably fails to accept a policy limit demand, it is liable for the entire judgment against the insured, irrespective of the policy limits. Claimant’s attorneys have become sophisticated in “opening” policy limits. This presentation will show the types of demand letters that are being sent and how insurance professionals can best respond to them.
Speaker: Michael M. Pollak, Esq. Michael Pollak is the managing partner of Pollak, Vida & Fisher, Los Angeles. Mike defends insurance bad faith cases brought against the firm’s insurance clientele and also represents clients in, among other work, insurance coverage, summary judgment motions, and new trial motions. Mike received his law degree from the University of California at Davis in 1979 and was admitted to the California Bar that year. Mike has spoken to insurance industry groups (CPCU, SCLA, the Pacific Claims Executives Association, and the Combined Claims Conference) and the California Department of Insurance. He has had numerous articles published in the Los Angeles Daily Journal, the magazine of the Association of Southern California Defense Counsel, and other publications. Mr. Pollak can be contacted at Pollak, Vida & Fisher, 11150 West Olympic Boulevard, Suite 980, Los Angeles, CA 90064-1839. Telephone (310) 551-3400.
12:00 pm - 1:00 pmSeminar: Reservation of Rights Letter: Purpose, Preparation, and Pitfalls of Failing to Prepare, presented by Matthew J. Sekits, Esq., Bullivant, Houser, Bailey, Seattle. The importance of the insurance company’s reservation of rights letter should not be under estimated. An improperly crafted letter can result in the waiver of coverage defenses and increase the chances of being exposed to extra-contractual liability. This seminar will focus on how to prepare reservation of rights letters, including a checklist of helpful reminders.
Speaker: Matthew J. Sekits, Esq. Mr. Sekits is a trial lawyer who focuses his practice on defending and prosecuting cases on behalf of corporate clients, including insurance companies, in complex commercial litigation. Matt has significant litigation experience in a wide range of multi-million dollar cases involving liability and property insurance, bad faith, complex business litigation, and catastrophic personal injury. Matt has successfully tried multiple cases to verdict and represented clients in numerous arbitrations and mediations. Mr. Sekits can be contacted at Bullivant, Houser, Bailey, 1601 Fifth Avenue, Suite 2300, Seattle, WA 98101-1618. Telephone (206) 521-6424.
Saturday, October 6
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Seminar: Top Ten Reasons Employers Get Sued (And What to Do About Them), presented by Michael A. Patterson, Esq. Patterson Buchanan Fobes Leitch & Kalzer, Inc., P.S., Seattle. Attendees will learn and understand: (1) what the data show about claims filed against employers; (2) the top ten situations and practices that can make employers more susceptible to litigation, each will be illustrated with real life examples; and (3) best practices for preventing such claims and for mitigating potential exposure where they are not prevented.
Speaker: Michael A. Patterson, Esq. Mr. Patterson is the Senior Principal and President at Patterson Buchanan Fobes Leitch & Kalzer, Inc., P.S., a Pacific Northwest law firm with offices located in Seattle, Washington and Portland, Oregon. The firm’s practice focuses heavily on litigation defense of public entities and religious organizations, including employment cases ranging from discrimination and retaliation, to wrongful termination, harassment, constitutional civil rights and due process, and negligent hiring, retention, and supervision. Patterson Buchanan has extensive experience defending and advising clients in high profile cases with significant damages exposure that have attracted national attention, especially sexual abuse litigation. The firm’s attorneys also are available nationwide for consultation, risk management and training, or retention as panel counsel.
Mr. Patterson has significant civil trial and appellate experience, having tried more than 100 cases to verdict in both federal and state courts and having argued over two dozen cases in federal and state appellate courts. He has represented numerous local government entities, including school districts and institutions of higher education, as well as various Catholic Dioceses, other religious organizations, and private sector clients. In addition to defending clients, Mr. Patterson has served as consultative counsel, panel counsel, and an expert witness in numerous matters throughout the country. Mr. Patterson received his B.A. in Political Science at Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington, graduating magna cum laude in 1969. Thereafter, he attended the University of Notre Dame Law School, earning his J.D. in 1972. In 1977, he attended New York University and received his Masters of Law degree. He may be contacted at Patterson Buchanan Fobes Leitch & Kalzer, Inc., P.S., 2112 3rd Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98121. Telephone: (206) 462-6700.
10:15 am - 11:15 amSeminar: Cyber-Liability, presented by Charles P.E. Leitch, Esq. Patterson Buchanan Fobes Leitch & Kalzer, Inc., P.S., Seattle. With the growing status of social networking via technology (Facebook, Twitter, texting, and email), supervisory and claims challenges continue to grow due to a lack of definitive legal authority and an understanding of the risks. This presentation is designed to provide updates on legal developments and standard of care. Best practices and realistic strategies for minimizing incidents arising from social media will be highlighted, as well as ways to address inappropriate use, cyberbullying, and electronic harassment. Future areas of possible exposure will also be discussed.
Speaker: Charles P.E. Leitch, Esq. Charles Leitch is a Founding Principal of Patterson Buchanan Fobes Leitch & Kalzer, Inc., P.S., a law firm with offices in Seattle and Portland. His active practice focuses on representation of public entities and private employers. Mr. Leitch provides guidance, training and orientations on technology supervision, social networking, cyberbullying, and harassment/bullying prevention nationally and internationally. He is a member of multiple work groups and advisory boards nationally on technology supervision and bullying best practices, including the Washington State’s Attorney General Youth Internet Safety Taskforce and Washington D.C.’s IkeepSafe, and serves as an expert blogger for Yahoo Safely. He is a graduate of Whitman College and Willamette University College of Law. Mr. Leitch may be contacted at Patterson Buchanan Fobes Leitch & Kalzer, Inc., P.S., 2112 3rd Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98121. Telephone: (206) 462-6700.
11:30 am - 12:30 pmSeminar: The Claims Professional & Defense Counsel Relationship – A Team Effort, presented by William K. Bennett, Esq. Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, Trial Division, San Diego. This seminar will address the fundamentals of litigation management with a focus on the claims professional’s relationship with defense counsel. It’s important to understand the responsibilities that each party has in the litigation process and the team effort required to achieve desirable and efficient results. This seminar will be interactive with opportunity for questions and answers.
Speaker: William K. Bennett, Esq. Mr. Bennett has been involved with insurance defense work for over 35 years. He has been staff counsel for Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company, Allstate Insurance Company, and is currently the Regional Attorney for Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, responsible for California and Nevada. In this capacity, Mr. Bennett leads seven managing attorneys and 41 trial attorneys. He received a B.A. from Emory University in 1973 and a J.D. from Stetson College of Law in 1976, and was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1976.
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Continuing Education (CE) Credits: We will only seek continuing education credit from those states in which conference registrants express an interest. Registrants can note their interest in continuing education credit from specific states on the Conference Registration Form. State approval and the number of credits for each seminar will be posted on the SCLA Website when we receive official notification. Watch the website for updates on CE credit.
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Welcome Reception: Conference registrants, their paid guests, seminar speakers, and sponsors are invited to enjoy cocktails and hors d’ oeuvres at the Welcome Reception on Thursday evening, October 4, between 6:00 and 8:00 pm. Relax, have a cocktail, some hors d’ oeuvres, and meet your colleagues. The Welcome Reception will take place in the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Conference I.D. badges will be required for admission.
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SCLA Annual Meeting: SCLA members are encouraged to attend the SCLA Annual Meeting to learn about the administration of the Society. All meeting attendees will be included in a raffle drawing for a very enticing prize. You must attend the meeting to be eligible to win. The SCLA Annual Meeting will take place on Saturday morning, October 6 at 8:30 am in the Hyatt Regency Hotel and will last no more than 30 minutes. The first Saturday morning educational seminar will immediately follow the SCLA Annual Meeting.
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DESIGNATION CONFERMENT
Designation Conferment: The Designation Conferment will take place in the Hyatt Regency Hotel on Saturday evening, October 6, 2012, beginning at 6:30 pm. The designee’s registered spouse or guest is encouraged to attend. AEI designees and Silver and Gold Award recipients recognized at the conference include those who achieved a designation or award between August 1, 2011 and August 31, 2012. A cocktail reception begins at 6:00 pm (drinks and hors d’ oeuvres) and the Conferment Ceremony begins promptly at 6:30 pm. Dinner immediately follows the Conferment Ceremony.
For more information about the Conferment Ceremony contact an AEI representative at (800) 631-8183.
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New SCLA Designee – 2012 Class Representative, $1,000 Award: Anyone achieving the SCLA designation between August 1, 2011 and August 31, 2012 is eligible to be the 2012 SCLA Class Representative. The class representative will address the new designees during the Conferment Ceremony at the Conference. The duration of the talk should be a minimum of 10 minutes and a maximum of 15 minutes. And the subject of the talk should be the impact of the SCLA designation in your work. For instance, you could talk about how what you have learned has helped in your claims work, or how your designation has given you more confidence in dealing with attorneys. The class representative will be chosen based on the text of the proposed speech submitted before the conference. And the chosen designee will receive a cash award of $1,000 along with a complimentary registration for two. The chosen designee will be responsible for their own travel and hotel expenses.
Interested designees must possess strong public speaking skills. And they must submit a letter of recommendation from their manager attesting to those skills along with a typed copy of the presentation no later than September 7, 2012. Materials should be submitted to American Educational Institute, attn: Selection Committee, P.O. Box 356, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920-0356 or e-mail: pvincent@aeiclaimslaw.com.
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Designation Reception and Dinner: You’ve done the work, you’ve successfully completed the examinations, you’ve earned the designation – now it’s time to celebrate! The Designation Reception and Dinner is about celebrating your achievement with your spouse or guest – no speeches, just cocktails, dinner, and plenty of fun. Have a good time – you’ve earned it! A cocktail reception begins at 6:00 pm (drinks and hors d’ oeuvres) and the Conferment Ceremony begins promptly at 6:30 pm. Dinner immediately follows the Conferment Ceremony. The cocktail reception, Conferment Ceremony, and dinner will all take place in the Hyatt Regency Hotel.
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SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES
Nine sponsor opportunities are available. Sponsors receive company recognition in the conference program, along with signage at the selected function and a copy of the conference registration list. One conference registration is included with a $1,000 sponsorship and two conference registrations are included with the $1,500 sponsorship. All conference sponsor functions will take place in the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Select one of the sponsor opportunities listed below. Only one sponsor per function will be accepted - sponsor opportunities will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis - so act quickly.
Thursday Welcome Reception - $1,000: Conference registrants and their paid guests are invited to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at the Welcome Reception on Thursday evening, October 4, 2012, between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm. The sponsor for this function will receive prominent signage at the entrance of the ballroom along with recognition in the conference program, a conference registration list, and one complimentary conference registration.
Friday Continental Breakfast - $700: Conference registrants will be provided with continental breakfast on Friday morning, October 5, between 8:00 am and 9:00 am. The sponsor for this function will receive prominent signage at the entrance of the ballroom along with recognition in the conference program and a conference registration list.
Friday Refreshment Break – $500: Conference registrants will be provided with two refreshment breaks on Friday morning, October 5: the first between 10:30 am and 10:45 am and the second between 11:45 am and 12:00 noon. The sponsor for these two functions will receive prominent signage at the entrance of the ballroom along with recognition in the conference program and a conference registration list.
Saturday Continental Breakfast - $700: Conference registrants will be provided with continental breakfast on Saturday morning, October 6, between 8:00 am and 9:00 am. The sponsor for this function will receive prominent signage at the entrance of the ballroom along with recognition in the conference program and a conference registration list.
Saturday Refreshment Break – $500: Conference registrants will be provided with two refreshment breaks on Friday morning, October 6: the first between 10:30 am and 10:45 am and the second between 11:45 am and 12:00 noon. The sponsor for these two functions will receive prominent signage at the entrance of the ballroom along with recognition in the conference program and a conference registration list.
Saturday Seminar Raffle – $1000: Registrants will receive a raffle ticket for each of the six seminars and the appropriate ticket will be collected at the end of each seminar. Two raffle drawings will take place on Saturday, October 6 immediately after the last seminar – the first winner will receive a $200 dollar American Express Gift Check and the second winner will receive a $100 dollar American Express Gift Check. Registrants must be present at the drawing to win. The raffle sponsor will pick the winning tickets, hand out the prizes, receive prominent signage at the entrance of the ballroom along with recognition in the conference program, a conference registration list, and one complimentary conference registration.
Saturday Designation Reception – $1,000: Conference registrants and their paid guests are invited to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres on Saturday evening, October 6 at a cocktail reception from 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm. The Conferment Ceremony follows promptly in the same ballroom at 6:30 pm. The sponsor for this function will receive prominent signage at the entrance of the ballroom along with recognition in the conference program, a conference registration list, and one complimentary conference registration.
2012 SCLA Class Representative – $1,000: The class representative will address the new designees during the Conferment Ceremony on Saturday evening, October 6. The selected designee will be chosen based on the text of his/her proposed speech submitted before the conference. And the selected designee will receive a cash award of $1,000 along with a complimentary conference registration for two. The sponsor of the 2012 SCLA Class Representative will present the designee with the $1,000 award immediately following their presentation at the Conferment Ceremony on Saturday evening, October 6, receive prominent signage at the entrance of the ballroom along with recognition in the conference program, a conference registration list, and one complimentary conference registration.
Saturday Designation Dinner – $1,500: Conference registrants and their paid guests are invited to dinner and cocktails immediately following the Conferment Ceremony on Saturday evening, October 6 – this function ends at approximately 10:00 pm. The sponsor for this function will receive prominent signage at the entrance of the ballroom along with recognition in the conference program, a conference registration list and two complimentary conference registrations.
Individuals or companies interested in becoming a conference sponsor should download, print, complete and return a Sponsor Registration Form (below). Please mail or fax the completed Sponsor Registration Form with payment or payment information to: SCLA • P.O. Box 82 • Basking Ridge • NJ • 07920. Fax: (908) 766-9710. For additional information regarding sponsor opportunities contact an SCLA representative at (908) 766-5920.
Sponsor Registration Form: Click here to download and print a Sponsor Registration Form.
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