EXHIBIT HALL HOURS

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Friday, February 10, 9:00 a.m. ­ 11:30 a.m.

Any regulation that restricts signs so they are no longer readable or conspicuous, even if only at night, denies the sign owner the right to speak, and is almost always a civil right violation of the First Amendment. Understand the minimum requirements for signs, including lighting, necessary to ensure that civil rights are protected and learn how proper sign regulations can enhance a local government’s efforts to ensure safe wayfinding, promote local economic activity, and improve the aesthetics of the streetscape. Attend this seminar and learn how we can collectively make a difference.

DIS-01: Title 24: 2005 California Energy Code and Sign Installations
PRESENTERS: Timothy Owens, Senior Inspector ­ City of Santa Clara (formerly City of San Diego), Steve Kieffer, Chairman and CEO, Kieffer & Company

Friday, February 10, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

How will the 2005 California Energy Regulations affect electrical sign installations? Attend this seminar to discover how to avoid being fined for non-compliance. In this seminar, attendees will examine the regulations and how it affects electrical sign installations; understand which project the regulation is applied to; and review and discuss the regulations as they relate to installation of illuminated signs.

DIS-02: Manage Your Projects ­ Don’t Let Them Manage You
PRESENTER: Ann M. Tomalavage, P.E., Malarkey Consulting, Inc.

Saturday, February 11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Whether you’re making one sign for the diner downtown or creating a new look for a national chain, it’s a project. Do you ever feel that a project will never end? Are you stressed out because you feel as if you have no time to plan your projects— but then you find yourself putting out fires in midstream? Learn how the best organizations use project management to bring order to the chaos.

DIS-03: Getting Paid ­ Using Mechanics’ Liens to Protect the Bottomline
PRESENTER: Jeff Aran, Legal Counsel, Sign Users Council of California

Saturday, February 11, 1:00 p.m. ­ 2:30 p.m.

Do you ever have customers who refuse to pay an invoice? Then this seminar is for you! Learn the proper utilization of mechanics’ liens and other instruments to secure prompt payment, as well as the important terms that should be included in a contract.

WESTERN STATES SIGN COUNCIL GOLF TOURNAMENT

February 8, 12:00 p.m. (Shotgun start)

Riverwalk Golf Club
1150 Fashion Valley Rd., San Diego, CA 92108

Riverwalk Golf Club offers a classic golfing experience like no other. The course features undulating fairways, waterfalls and well-protected bentgrass greens. Water comes into play ion 13 of the 27 holes with a spectacular waterfall surrounding the green of the signature hole. The San Diego River is a prominent feature of the layout, contributing to the beauty and challenge of the course. $125 per player

Golf sponsorship opportunities are available! See the golf sponsorship form for details.

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