2010 Planning Session Brochure

2010 Planning Session

As we close out FAIA's 106th year, we must begin planning for the years ahead. FAIA's Planning Session helps lay the groundwork for the specific plans and projects to be accomplished by FAIA members and staff during the upcoming fiscal year, which starts September 1. The foundation for next year—and the years that follow—is built properly only with direct input from member agents like you who attend Planning Session and give us your valuable insights, suggestions, and opinions.

FAIA's 2010 Planning Session implements the vision of FAIA's Board of Directors by modernizing the Planning Session to better utilize specific volunteer talent and make more efficient use of your time. To make your attendance even more valuable to you as an attendee, we will offer a breakout session on Thursday afternoon for continuing education credits. As you can see, we've created a unique package of serious meetings and fun activities for the whole family at your ticket to paradise, the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach.

Take advantage of the very reasonable FAIA registration fees, the discounted room rates, and this luxury oceanfront resort to enjoy a long, luxurious, relaxing weekend with FAIA and your family!

Welcome to Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach
On an expanse of quiet beach, you will find an intimate and acclaimed resort where kids can be kids and grown-ups can restore in the glamorous spa or dine overlooking the ocean. Let our award-winning chefs prepare your deep-sea catch. Refresh with chilled towels by the pool, enjoy golf at Atlantis, or browse the shops on nearby Worth Avenue.
"If the name alone doesn't convince you to go, the property features certainly will…impeccable service is of course top notch, but garnering the most attention lately is the 11,000-square-foot Spa & Salon. The intimate sanctuary begs no forgiveness in boasting creative treatments "to reflect the local Southern Florida flavor." Though understated elegance has never been a Palm Beach characteristic, this resort property certainly is." Haute Living Magazine, May 2009

Thursday Afternoon Breakout Session

1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

As a departure from the management sessions FAIA has offered, we will present a breakout session for continuing education credits. This two-hour session will debut at Planning Session and is included in your Planning Session registration fee. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of FAIA's former instructors, Jay Williams. Jay's session will not only be informative, but fun, too, and you'll earn two hours of continuing education credits!

Dividing The Insurance Dollar with Jay Williams. As an agent, you not only sell insurance, you're also an insurance consumer. As such, you must wonder from time to time where your insurance dollar goes. This class will not only help you with the answer to that question, it will also give you the information to answer it for your customers. Jay Williams, president of Bankers Underwriters, Inc., and Bankers Employer Services, Inc., will slice the "insurance dollar pie" and serve it to you. And what happens when you run out of pie? Come to the class and find out.This session was approved by the DFS for two (2) hours of continuing education credits #73177 General Lines Combo.

Thursday's Opening Night of Food and Fun

Relax, unwind, and have fun!! Thursday's Opening Night Party will be full of good food, fellowship, and fun. It's an event for the whole family with activities and events for the young and young-at-heart.

Recreational Activities

The Four Seasons Resort is the perfect place to kick back, relax, and enjoy beautiful white sand beaches. But if you're in the mood for some energetic fun in the sun, there's an endless array of activities and recreation options.
GOLF: One of the few modern clubs offering old Florida charm and ambience, Atlantis Golf Club, located just 12 miles from the Resort, is state-of-the-art in every respect. Restored in 2003, the course offers Tiff Eagle greens and new tees and bunkers.
TENNIS: Two Har-Tru courts are located on property, along with a tennis professional on staff with a full-service pro shop on property.
THE SPA: In the chic sanctuary of relaxation that is Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, attune your mood to the natural ocean rhythms as you experience our carefully chosen results-oriented BABOR and Kate Somerville products and treatments. Reflecting the glamour of Palm Beach in a contemporary atmosphere, the Spa invites you into a secluded world, with plush lounge chairs and imported marble surrounding luxurious whirlpools.
FITNESS CENTER: The 6,000 square foot, 24-hour Fitness Centre features cardiovascular and weight-training equipment. A personal trainer is available by appointment.
POOLS: A stone's throw from the ocean, the Resort's lovely outdoor pool is set in an ample pool deck, surrounded by palms and gardens. This freshwater pool is heated. A whirlpool is nearby. Pool attendants are on duty with towels, lemon water, chilled face cloths, Evian spritz, and fresh-cut fruit from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. Pool cabanas are available for use upon request.

Transportation

Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is located at 2800 South Ocean Boulevard, Palm Beach (Telephone 561-582-2800). Whether you are driving from the north or the south, exit the Florida Turnpike at Lake Worth Road (Exit #93). Turn left on Lake Worth Road and head east for approximately eight miles. Lake Worth Road turns into Lake Avenue, which is a one-way road. Continue east on Lake Avenue and over the Intracoastal Bridge to AIA (South Ocean Blvd.). Turn left on AIA (South Ocean Blvd). The resort is on your right. The resort is located 20 miles from Palm Beach International Airport and the Fort Lauderdale and Miami International Airports are also nearby.

Commuters

Area residents who wish to attend Planning Session, but not stay at the resort, are welcome to do so, and should register as usual on the enclosed form. As a commuter, you may attend your meeting only at no charge. You have the option to purchase a Thursday lunch ticket, a Thursday night ticket, and a Friday lunch ticket.

Accommodations at the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach

Offering variety and flexibility for groups, the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach encompasses 210 exceptionally spacious guest rooms, including 13 suites. Immersed in tropical gardens, the oceanfront resort is a U-shaped, four-storey complex including north and south buildings on either side of a magnificent swimming pool. All accommodations feature private furnished balconies with views of the ocean or the gardens and pool area. Restful residential comfort is complemented by convenient amenities, such as three telephones, wireless Internet access, and flat-screen televisions. Marble bathrooms feature a bathtub and shower combination, lighted make-up mirror, terry robes, hair dryer, and a selection of premium toiletries.

Early arrivals and late departures

If your arrival is early in the day and you prefer immediate access to your room, we recommend reserving for the prior night to guarantee immediate access. Similarly, for late departures, reserving an additional night will guarantee access until you leave the hotel. If you choose not to reserve, we will be glad to store your bags and make our fitness facilities available for you to freshen up.

Guaranteed reservations and deposits

At Four Seasons, a guaranteed reservation assures you of a room even if you check in late (after 6:00 p.m.). If a room is not available, we will arrange your accommodation in another hotel at our expense, and provide transportation to and from the Four Seasons Hotel as reasonable. All reservations made through the website must be guaranteed to a major credit card. Certain arrival dates and rates may require a deposit. Please check for full deposit requirements at time of booking.

Cancellation policy

Cancellations for a hotel room reservation must be received 14 days (30 days for suites) prior to the expected day of arrival, and may differ by arrival date and room type. If cancellation of a guaranteed reservation is not received by the required date, the hotel will charge for two nights' accommodation. For details of cancellation policies and deposit requirements, please check at time of booking.

Hotel Information: Your registration fee does not include hotel reservations. You are responsible for making your own hotel accommodations at the Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach. For hotel reservations, call 800-432-2335. Mention FAIA to receive the group rate of $169.00 (plus 11.5% occupancy and state tax). The room cut-off date is Monday, July 12, 2010, or until all rooms in the block are filled. PLEASE DO NOT DELAY.

Check-in time is after 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 12:00 Noon.
Visit www.fourseasons.com for list of the hotel amenities and additional information!

Meetings and Social Schedule (Tentative)

Wednesday, August 11

12:00 noon FAIA Member Services Lunch—Banyan Room

1:00–5:00 p.m. FAIA Member Services Meeting—Banyan Room

3:00–5:00 p.m. FAIA Registration Desk Opens—The Living Room/Patio

Thursday, August 12

7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. FAIA Registration Desk Opens—Flagler Foyer

8:00 a.m.–12 noon Finance Commitee Meeting—Mizner Room

12:00 noon–1:30 p.m. Lunch/Plenary Session—Flagler I & II
(For Meeting Attendees Only)

1:30–3:30 p.m. Breakout Session for CE Credits—Flagler I

Dividing The Insurance Dollar with Jay Williams. As an agent, you not only sell insurance, you're also an insurance consumer. As such, you must wonder from time to time where your insurance dollar goes. This class will not only help you with the answer to that question, it will also give you the information to answer it for your customers. Jay Williams, president of Bankers Underwriters, Inc., and Bankers Employer Services, Inc., will slice the "insurance dollar pie" and serve it to you. And what happens when you run out of pie? Come to the class and find out. This session has been approved by the DFS for two (2) hours of continuing education credits CE #73177— General Lines Combo.

3:00–5:00 p.m. Local Board Idea Exchange—Banyan Room

7:00–9:30 p.m. Opening Night Party—Royal Poinciana BallRoom

AN EVENING WITH FAIA IN THE FLORIDA EVERGLADES!

Thursday's Opening Night of Food and Fun

Friday, August 13

7:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. FAIA Registration Desk Open—Flagler Foyer

7:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast for Meeting Attendees—Flagler Foyer
8:00–11:30 a.m. Legislative Task Forces/Debriefing

Agent & Agency Issues Task Force—Flagler Salon A

Grassroots Coordination/PAC Fund Raising Task Force—Flagler Salon B

Market and Industry Issues Task Force—Flagler Salon C

11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Lunch and Awards Session—Royal Poinciana I/II

(For Meeting Attendees Only)

1:00–4:00 p.m. Education Task Forces/Debriefing

Educational Development/Curriculum Task Force—Flagler Salon A

InVEST Task Force—Flagler Salon B

1:00–4:00 p.m. Good Works Fund Committee—Flagler Salon C

1:00–4:00 p.m. Young Agents Task Forces/Debriefing—Flagler Salon D

Events Task Force

Membership Task Force

1:00–4:00 p.m. Membership and Operations Task Forces/Debriefing

Agency Automation & Technology Task Force—Flagler Salon E

Trusted Choice® Task Force—Flagler Salon F

1:00–4:00 p.m. Catastrophe Zone Coordinators Meeting—Flagler II

6:00 p.m. Reception for Council Chairmen, Vice Chairmen, and
FAIA Board of Directors—The Living Room/Patio

Dinner on your own

Saturday, August 14

7:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast—Flagler Foyer

8:00–11:30 a.m. FAIA Board Meeting with Council Reports—Flagler I & II

Afternoon Departures