Big Ideas Schedule Overview

View the conference schedule at a glance. Times and events are subject to change.

Wednesday, November 4
Wednesday 12:00 - 7:00 p.m. Registration and Silent Auction Open
Wednesday 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Pre-Conference Workshops *
Additional fee of $75.
Wednesday 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. Welcome Reception and Fundraising for Shriners Hospitals *
Additional fee of $150 for attendees who want to enjoy the casino games supporting fundraising efforts.
Wednesday 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament *
Additional fee of $150 to play.
Thursday, November 5
Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Registration and Silent Auction Open
Thursday 8:00 - 8:45 a.m. Early Risers’ Sessions
Thursday 8:00 - 8:45 a.m. New Member and First-Time Attendee Orientation
Thursday 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. Opening Session & Keynote Presentation
Thursday 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Breakout Sessions
Thursday 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Breakout Sessions
Thursday 12:15 - 1:30 p.m. Dine-Around Membership Lunch & Networking
Thursday 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Round Table Discussions
Thursday 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Trade Show
Thursday 7:00 - 11:00 p.m. 40th Anniversary Gala
Friday, November 6
Friday 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Registration and Silent Auction Open
Friday 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Breakout Sessions
Friday 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Trade Show
Friday 12:00 p.m. Silent Auction Closes
Attendees may pick up items until 2:00 p.m.
Friday 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. Ruby Trail Ends and Winner Announced
Turn in card by 12:30 p.m.; winner announced at 1:00 p.m.; must be present to win.