BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20260302T180000Z DTEND:20260304T150000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:113th Anniversary Education Conference & Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Participate in excellent sessions with top-notch speakers and network with other industry professionals from around the region. Don't miss the Hall of Fame induction\, Vendor Showcase\, and the President's Dinner.\n\nSchedule of Events\n\nMonday\, March 2\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n Time\n Session Information\n \n \n \n \n 1:00-3:00pm\n Northeast Attractions Tech Connect\n\n Meet leading POS providers\, explore new tools for ticketing\, food & beverage\, retail\, memberships\, and payments\, and see how operators across the Northeast are improving speed\, reporting\, and guest experience. Come compare\, ask questions\, and find the right-fit system for your venue.\n\n Reach out to your contact at Intercard\, Gateway Ticketing Systems\, or Semnox for more information.\n \n \n \n 3:00-5:00pm\n \n \n Cyber Security and Risk Mitigation\n\n Presented by Nelda Cronin\, Esq. has over 20 years of insurance claim experience with Travelers\, the last 7 dealing exclusively with cyber crime\n Computers! Can't live with them. . . and you really can't prosper without them. This will be a plain-language discussion about common-sense risk management and mitigation. We'll discuss the most common attacks and scams. You'll see how some changes in internal operations have a major effect on deterring or minimizing losses. We'll be demonstrating a one-page Incident Response plan can help maintain operations in the event of an attack. We'll talk about how to get the help you need and BE the help you need to prevent losses.\n \n \n 6:00pm\n NEAAPA President's Dinner\n \n \n\n \n\nTuesday\, March 3\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n Time\n Session Information\n \n \n \n \n 8:00-9:30am\n Breakfast\n \n \n 9:00-10:20am\n Education Session - Getting out of the Experimental Phase with AI\n\n Presented by Kevin McNulty of NetWeaveSocial.com\n\n This session explores transitioning from the experimental to the operational use of generative AI in business. Discover strategies for integration\, establishing AI policy\, scaling AI initiatives\, and real-world examples of AI driving innovation\, efficiency\, and competitive advantage. Learn how to leverage AI to become a force multiplier for your attraction.\n \n \n 10:20-10:40am\n Morning Break & Refreshments\n \n \n 10:40am-12:00pm\n \n Roundtable Topic Discussions\n\n Meet with colleagues from around the region for informal discussions. Topics to include Advocacy\, Safety\, Staffing\, Operations\, Food & Beverage\, Live Entertainment\, and Marketing.\n \n \n \n 12:00-1:00pm\n Lunch and Board of Directors Meeting\n\n Enjoy a buffet lunch and attend a Board of Directors Meeting\n \n \n 1:00-2:20pm\n Education Session - Keeping Up with HR Compliance\n\n Presented by Kevin Joly of EANE - Employer's Association of the NorthEast\n\n HR compliance is rapidly changing and evolving and it can be difficult for employers to stay on top of the latest regulations. In every phase of the employment life cycle\, employers should be aware of the state and federal laws that govern HR processes. Join us as EANE's Kevin Joly discusses key areas of focus for employers and strategies to reduce liability in our people practices.\n \n \n 2:20-2:40pm\n Afternoon Break & Refreshments\n \n \n 2:40-4:00pm\n Education Session - Building the NEAAPA Academy & Leading the Next Generation\n\n Presented by Taryn Bolduc & Cheryl Salazar of High Road Management Training\n\n Join NEAAPA and High Road Management Training for a hands-on\, real-talk session built for operators who want training that actually works. We will walk through the first front-line and supervisor videos created for the NEAAPA Academy\, get your honest feedback\, and decide together what topics should come next to make your life easier and your teams stronger. Then we will shift into a practical conversation about leading the Gen Z workforce\, moving past the stereotypes to talk about what really motivates them\, how to earn buy-in\, and how to build a culture that drives accountability\, retention\, and performance. You will leave with ideas you can implement right away.\n \n \n 5:00pm\n NEAAPA Vendor Showcase & Annual Meeting Reception\n Meet with the sponsors and speakers of the Education Conference & Annual Meeting\n \n \n \n \n 7:00pm\n \n \n Annual Meeting Dinner\n\n Annual Business Meeting including the election of Officers & Directors\, NEAAPA Awards presentation\, and the Hall of Fame Inductions of Joel Golder and Bob Nowak.\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 4\, 2026\n\n\n \n \n Time\n Session Information\n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-10:00am\n \n \n NEAAPA President's Breakfast\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n\nRegistration Options\n\n \n\nNEAAPA Education Conference & Annual Meeting Dinner - March 2-4\, 2026\n\nAttend NEAAPA Education Conference Sessions on Monday\, March 2 followed by a reception and dinner at the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel. On Tuesday\, March 3\, attend the NEAAPA Education Conference sessions\, a NEAAPA Board of Directors meeting\, Vendor Showcase\, and Annual Meeting Dinner including Hall of Fame inductions on Tuesday\, with breakfast on Wednesday. Includes meals and networking events (breakfast on Tuesday and Wednesday\; lunch on Tuesday\; receptions on Monday and Tuesday\; dinner on Tuesday)\n\n IAAPA & NEAAPA Members and State Government Officials: $449.00 per person\n\nNon-members: $549.00 per person\n\n\n\nAnnual Meeting Dinner including Cocktails / Hors d'oeuvres on Tuesday\, March 3\, 2026 only\n\nAttend the NEAAPA Annual Meeting Dinner and Reception\n\n IAAPA & NEAAPA Members and State Government Officials: $149.00 per person\n\nNon-members: $199.00 per person\n\n \n \nSheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel\n\nImmerse yourself in New Hampshire's Seacoast hotel at Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth\, New Hampshire\, our hotel places you near many of the area's prominent destinations\, including Jenness State Beach\, the University of New Hampshire\, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and Prescott Park. Make time for a delicious meal at Two-Fifty Market or order from our full room service menu. Maintain your exercise regimen with a workout in our fitness center or indoor pool. At the end of your day\, retreat to our spacious hotel rooms and suites with complimentary Wi-Fi\, plush bedding\, mini-refrigerators and work desks. Expect an exceptional stay at our downtown Portsmouth\, NH hotel\, Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel.\n\n \n\nBook Your Hotel Room\n\nor you can call 888-627-7138 and refer to the NEAAPA Room Block\n\nRoom Block Closes on Friday\, February 6\, 2026 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Participate in \;excellent sessions with top-notch speakers and network with other industry professionals from around the region. Don'\;t miss the Hall of Fame induction\, Vendor Showcase\, and the President'\;s Dinner.

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Schedule of Events

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Monday\, March 2\, 2026
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TimeSession Information
1:00-3:00pmNortheast Attractions Tech Connect
\n Meet leading POS providers\, explore new tools for ticketing\, food &\; beverage\, retail\, memberships\, and payments\, and see how operators across the Northeast are improving speed\, reporting\, and guest experience. Come compare\, ask questions\, and find the right-fit system for your venue.
\n Reach out to your contact at Intercard\, Gateway Ticketing Systems\, or Semnox for more information.
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3:00-5:00pm

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Cyber Security and Risk Mitigation
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Presented by Nelda Cronin\, Esq. has over 20 years of insurance claim experience with Travelers\, the last 7 dealing exclusively with cyber crime
\n Computers! Can&rsquo\;t live with them. . . and you really can&rsquo\;t prosper without them. \; This will be a plain-language discussion about common-sense risk management and mitigation. \; We&rsquo\;ll discuss the most common attacks and scams. \; You&rsquo\;ll see how some changes in internal operations have a major effect on deterring or minimizing losses. \;  \;We&rsquo\;ll be demonstrating a one-page Incident Response plan can help maintain operations in the event of an attack. \; We&rsquo\;ll talk about how to get the help you need and BE the help you need to prevent losses.
6:00pmNEAAPA President'\;s Dinner
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Tuesday\, March 3\, 2026
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TimeSession Information
8:00-9:30amBreakfast
9:00-10:20amEducation Session - Getting out of the Experimental Phase with AI
\n Presented by \;Kevin McNulty of NetWeaveSocial.com
\n This session explores transitioning from the experimental to the operational use of generative AI in business. Discover strategies for integration\, establishing AI policy\, scaling AI initiatives\, and real-world examples of AI driving innovation\, efficiency\, and competitive advantage. Learn how to leverage AI to become a force multiplier for your attraction.
10:20-10:40amMorning Break &\; Refreshments
10:40am-12:00pm\n
Roundtable Topic Discussions
\n Meet with colleagues from around the region for informal discussions. Topics to include Advocacy\, Safety\, Staffing\, Operations\, Food &\; Beverage\, Live Entertainment\, and Marketing.
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12:00-1:00pmLunch and Board of Directors Meeting
\n Enjoy a buffet lunch and attend a Board of Directors Meeting
1:00-2:20pmEducation Session - Keeping Up with HR Compliance
\n Presented by Kevin Joly of EANE - Employer'\;s Association of the NorthEast
\n HR compliance is rapidly changing and evolving and it can be difficult for employers to stay on top of the latest regulations. In every phase of the employment life cycle\, employers should be aware of the state and federal laws that govern HR processes. Join us as EANE&rsquo\;s Kevin Joly discusses key areas of focus for employers and strategies to reduce liability in our people practices.
2:20-2:40pmAfternoon Break &\; Refreshments
2:40-4:00pmEducation Session - Building the NEAAPA Academy &\; Leading the Next Generation
\n Presented by Taryn Bolduc &\; Cheryl Salazar of High Road Management Training
\n Join NEAAPA and High Road Management Training for a hands-on\, real-talk session built for operators who want training that actually works. We will walk through the first front-line and supervisor videos created for the NEAAPA Academy\, get your honest feedback\, and decide together what topics should come next to make your life easier and your teams stronger. Then we will shift into a practical conversation about leading the Gen Z workforce\, moving past the stereotypes to talk about what really motivates them\, how to earn buy-in\, and how to build a culture that drives accountability\, retention\, and performance. You will leave with ideas you can implement right away.
5:00pmNEAAPA Vendor Showcase &\; Annual Meeting Reception\n
Meet with the sponsors and speakers of the Education Conference &\; Annual Meeting
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7:00pm
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Annual Meeting Dinner
\n Annual Business Meeting including the election of Officers &\; Directors\, NEAAPA Awards presentation\, and the Hall of Fame Inductions of Joel Golder and Bob Nowak.
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\nWednesday\, March 4\, 2026
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TimeSession Information
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8:00-10:00am
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NEAAPA President'\;s Breakfast
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Registration Options
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NEAAPA \;Education Conference &\; Annual Meeting Dinner - March 2-4\, 2026
\nAttend \;NEAAPA Education Conference Sessions on Monday\, March 2 followed by a reception and dinner at the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel. \;On Tuesday\, March 3\, attend the NEAAPA \;Education Conference sessions\, a NEAAPA Board of Directors meeting\, Vendor Showcase\, and Annual Meeting Dinner including Hall of Fame inductions on Tuesday\, with breakfast on Wednesday. \;Includes meals and networking \;events (breakfast \;on Tuesday and Wednesday\; lunch on Tuesday\; receptions on Monday and Tuesday\; dinner on Tuesday)
\n​\;IAAPA \;&\; \;NEAAPA \;Members and State Government Officials: $449.00 per person
\nNon-members: $549.00 per person
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\nAnnual Meeting Dinner including Cocktails / Hors d'\;oeuvres on Tuesday\, March 3\, 2026 only
\nAttend the NEAAPA \;Annual Meeting Dinner and Reception
\n​\;IAAPA \;&\; \;NEAAPA \;Members and State Government Officials: $149.00 per person
\nNon-members: $199.00 per person
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Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
\nImmerse yourself in New Hampshire'\;s Seacoast hotel at Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth\, New Hampshire\, our hotel places you near many of the area'\;s prominent destinations\, including Jenness State Beach\, the University of New Hampshire\, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and Prescott Park. Make time for a delicious meal at Two-Fifty Market or order from our full room service menu. Maintain your exercise regimen with a workout in our fitness center or indoor pool. At the end of your day\, retreat to our spacious hotel rooms and suites with complimentary Wi-Fi\, plush bedding\, mini-refrigerators and work desks. Expect an exceptional stay at our downtown Portsmouth\, NH hotel\, Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel.
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Book Your Hotel Room
\nor you can call \;888-627-7138 \;and refer to the \;NEAAPA Room Block
\nRoom Block Closes on Friday\, February 6\, 2026

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\n LOCATION:Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel Immerse yourself in New Hampshire's Seacoast hotel at Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth\, New Hampshire\, our hotel places you near many of the area's prominent destinations\, including Jenness State Beach\, the University of New Hampshire\, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and Prescott Park. Make time for a delicious meal at Two-Fifty Market or order from our full room service menu. Maintain your exercise regimen with a workout in our fitness center or indoor pool. At the end of your day\, retreat to our spacious hotel rooms and suites with complimentary Wi-Fi\, plush bedding\, mini-refrigerators and work desks. Expect an exceptional stay at our downtown Portsmouth\, NH hotel\, Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel. Book Your Hotel Room or you can call 888-627-7138 and refer to the NEAAPA Room Block Room Block Closes on Friday\, February 6\, 2026 UID:e.9242.204 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260412T171212Z URL:http://neaapa.memberzone.com/events/details/113th-anniversary-education-conference-annual-meeting-204 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR