DHI National Education
October 13-October 18, 2007 | 8:00am-5:30pm | Gaylord Opryland
Resort and Convention Center
Don't miss the debut of the most anticipated program of the
year, the Annual Fire Door Assembly Inspection Program (AFDAIP),
combined with DHI's most expansive course listings in ONE location!
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Comprehensive Education
*** Experience the most comprehensive and unparalleled technical
education for the openings industry
*** Hone your technical skills through the guidance of experienced
industry professionals in a hands-on environment
*** Advance your knowledge and understanding of the openings
industry
*** Increase your competitive edge and expand your potential
through DHI and FDAI certifications!
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DHI Education Registration Form
Classes held October 13-18, 2007 | Gaylord Opryland Hotel |
Nashville, TN
BUY ONE DAY of Education, Attend the DHI CONFERENCE &
EXPOSITION FOR FREE!
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For Complete Course Description, Please Visit www.dhi.org/annaual
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DHI Conference Attendee Registration
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Nashville BUY ONE DAY of Education, Attend the DHI CONFERENCE &
EXPOSITION FOR FREE!
IMPORTANT DATES:
August 3, 2007
Final day to receive reduced advanced registration fees.
September 14, 2007
Deadline for Registrant's Name to appear in Conference
Attendee Book.
Final day to preregister; no refunds after this date.
October 17, 2007
On site Registration opens at Convention Center.
REGISTER
On-Line: www.dhi.org
By Phone: 866-977-3667
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-5:30 pm EST
By Fax: 703-222-2410
All faxed registrations must include credit card payment.
By Mail:
DHI Registration
PO Box 758639
Baltimore, MD 21275
Do not mail if previously faxed or registered by phone.
Conference Housing Reservation
To make housing reservations, call DHI Housing Toll Free
866/578-8809 | International 506/637-0281 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. EST
Monday-Friday
You may mail or fax completed form to DHI Housing by FRIDAY
September 14, 2007. Mail to c/o ConferenceDirect, 17206 Lancaster
Highway, Suite 508, Charlotte, NC 28277; fax: 506/433-3033. Do not mail
this form if you have registered by phone, fax or on-line.
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2007 Conference Hotel Descriptions
October 13-20, 2007 | DHI's 32nd Annual Conference and
Exposition
SOLD OUT
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
(Headquarters Hotel)
2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, Tennessee $186 Single/Double, $206
Triple, Quad $226
The Gaylord Opryland Resort has it all and all under one roof! From
beautiful guest rooms and suites to unparalleled service and all DHI
Conference and Exposition events, conference attendees will find
everything they need at Opryland. Don't miss your opportunity to
experience this completely smoke-free, world-renown resort and
convention complex. Under majestic, climate-controlled glass atriums,
you'll be surrounded by nine acres of lush indoor gardens, winding
rivers and pathways, and sparkling waterfalls where you can unwind,
explore, shop, dine, and be entertained to your heart's content.
Highlights include a 44-foot waterfall, laser-light and fountain shows,
right inside the hotel.
All guest rooms are tastefully decorated to wrap you in
Southern-home comfort, many with beautiful atrium views. DHI's
group rate includes in-room complimentary high-speed internet access,
use of the Cyber Cafe, local and toll-free calls up to 20 minutes, use
of fitness center, daily newspaper delivery, and scheduled complex
shuttle transportation.
SOLD OUT
Radisson Hotel at Opryland
2401 Music Valley Drive, Nashville, Tennessee $117 Single/Double,
$137 Triple, Quad $157
Located directly across the street from the Gaylord Opryland
Resort, the Radisson provides its guests with a comfortable stay and
easy access to the convention center. With a complimentary shuttle to
and from the Opryland property, guests can be in the heart of the
conference action and amidst Opryland's restaurants and activities
in mere minutes. Guest room amenities include a coffee maker,
complimentary high-speed internet access, and the new Sleep Number beds.
On site services and activities include an indoor swimming pool,
whirlpool, newly remodeled fitness center, and full-service business
center.
Embassy Suites Nashville-Airport
10 Century Blvd., Nashville, Tennessee $145/King Suites
This full-service, upscale, all-suite hotel is located just two
miles from the Nashville International Airport and just minutes from the
Gaylord Opryland Hotel. Guests stay in spacious two-room suites with all
the comforts of home, including coffee maker, refrigerator, high-speed
internet, business center, indoor pool and a complimentary
cooked-to-order breakfast. DHI will be providing shuttle service to and
from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel.
Hyatt Place Opryland
220 Rudy's Circle, Nashville, Tennessee $120 Single/Double,
$140 Triple, $160 Quad
Located just 12 miles northeast of downtown and one mile from the
Grand Ole Opry, the Hyatt offers shuttle service to and from the Gaylord
Opryland hotel only a few short miles away. Spacious guestrooms include
42" flat panel high-definition television, oversized sleeper sofa
separated from the sleeping area, and high-speed internet throughout the
hotel. Guests may purchase signature hot breakfast entrees or enjoy a
complimentary continental breakfast.
2007 Conference Sponsors
Thank you Sponsors
DHI would like to thank all sponsors for their continued support of
the 32nd Annual Conference and Exposition!
OPENING RECEPTION SPONSOR & CONFERENCE TOTE BAGS
LUNCH ON THE TRADE SHOW FLOOR SPONSOR
KEYNOTE SPEAKER SPONSOR
Awards Breakfast
Badge Lanyards
Pocket Guide
Hotel Room Key Cards
Conference Attendee List
Massage Therapy
Program Wrap
FOUNDATION for the Advancement of Life Safety and Security
DIAMOND PREMIER LEVEL
DISTRIBUTOR ($10,000+)
colorado DOORWAYS inc.
DIAMOND LEVEL
MANUFACTURER ($25,000+)
ASSA ABLOY
HAGER[R] COMPANIES
Ingersoll Rand
DISTRIBUTOR ($5,000+)
ARC ONE[sm]
LA FORCE Inc.
STOCK BUILDING SUPPLY
CONTRACT HARDWARE, INC.
DH PACE COMPANY
Top Notch Distributors. Inc.
ASSOCIATION ($5,000+)
SDI
PROUD SUPPORTER of the Foundation for the Advancement of Life
Safely and Security ASSOCIATION ($40,000+)
Door and Hardware Institute
2007 Contributors
PLATINUM LEVEL
MANUFACTURER ($10,000)
Mohawk Flush Doors, Inc.
National Guard Products
VT Industries, Inc.
DISTRIBUTOR ($2,500)
Akron Hardware
Allmar International
American Direct Procurement, Inc.
Boyle and Chase, Inc.
Builders Hardware and Supply Company, Inc.
Clark Security Products
Hallgren Company, The ($3,500)
Kamco Supply Corp. of Boston
SILVER LEVEL
MANUFACTURER ($5,000)
Security Door Controls
SELECT Hinges, SELECT Products Limited
DISTRIBUTOR ($1,500+)
A.G. Mauro Company
Circle Hardware
Spalding Hardware, Ltd.
BRONZE LEVEL
MANUFACTURER ($2,500+)
Amweld Building Products, (Division of Ark II Manufacturing, LLC)
Bommer Industries
DISTRIBUTOR ($1,000+)
Architectural Building Supply
ASCO Hardware Company, Inc.
Brabner & Hollon, Inc.
Beacon Metals and Hardware
Buildings Supply, Inc.
Central Indiana Hardware Co., Inc.
Cleveland Vicon Company, Inc.
Construction Hardware Company, Pomona, CA.
Dallas Door and Supply
H & G Sales, Inc.
Mulhaupts, Inc.
Negwer Door Systems
S.A. Morman and Company
Special Projects Group, Inc.
Timberline Architectural Openings
Walsh Door and Hardware Company
Weinstein and Holtzman, Inc.
Yates and Felts, Inc.
INDIVIDUAL ($1,000+)
Eckles, Walter M., AHC/CDC, and Karen
Gerbing, Douglas, E., AHC, FDHI, CSI, and Susan, AHC
Heppes, Sr., Gerald S., CAE and Mara
SALES AGENCIES ($1000+)
Mid-Atlantic Agents, Ltd.
D.L. Neuner Co., Inc.
R.E. Edwards and Associates, Inc.
Thank You for Your Continued Support
SUPPORTER LEVEL
MANUFACTURER (UP TO $2,499)
American Building Supply, The Millennium Collection
Algoma Group
All Steel Doors 2000 Ltd.
American Building Services, LLC
Anemostat Door Products
Architectural Control Systems, Inc.
Architectural Doors and Hardware
Comsense, Inc.
Door Controls International
Eggers Industries
JSL Contract Hardware, Inc.
KN Crowder Manufacturing, Inc.
Mohawk Sign Systems, Inc.*
Rockwood Manufacturing Company
Securitech Group, Inc.
Steward Steel, Inc.--Door Division
Windsor Republic
Woodfold Mfg., Inc.
DISTRIBUTOR (UP TO $999)
American Building Services, LLC
Architectural Doors and Hardware
Architectural Hardware Company
Butler Doors, Inc.
California Door and Hardware
Cascade Door and Hardware
Commercial Door and Hardware, Paducah, KY
Delta Door and Hardware, LLC
DCI Metro, Inc.
Doors Unlimited, Inc.
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