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The Eighth Annual Vacation Ownership Investment Conference(Formerly Timeshare & Resort Investment Conference)Miami, FL, June 15, 2006 Conference Session Highlights - Vacation Ownership 101 – Learn the history and terminology of the industry and why it has long been one of the fastest-growing sectors of the hospitality industry.
- From The Ground Up: A Vacation Ownership Project Case Study – Witness what it’s really like to put together a vacation ownership project, from inception and financing through completion, in this case study of a hypothetical resort.
- The Buck Starts Here: Understanding The Fundamentals Of Finance – Find out how to get your project funded, where capital sources can be found, and the latest on acquisition development financing.
- Ready, Set, Sell! – Discover innovative techniques that will reduce marketing costs while boosting sales and improving the bottom line.
- Fractional resorts: Alternative To Second Home Ownership?– Experts explain what distinguishes fractional resorts, how the sales and marketing process differs from traditional vacation ownership, and what elements must be included in a successful project.
- Condo-Hotels: Fad Or Focus Of The Future? – Condo-hotels are creating quite a buzz. Examine the legal, financial, operational, and sales issues associated with this popular type of product.
- The Do’s And Don’ts Of Mixed-Use Development – Vacation ownership can be a vital and profitable component when added to a hotel, or a golf, spa, or mountain resort. Explore and analyze the benefits and risks inherent in mixed-use projects.
- Special Guest Speaker: Howard Putnam, author, speaker, and former CEO of Southwest Airlines. Gain insights from this creative thinker about leadership, innovation, and change.
- Keynote Speaker: Peter C. Yesawich, Ph.D., will share highlights from the Future Timeshare Buyers: Market Profile 2006.
- And Much More….
Who Extensive networking opportunities for:
Should Hotel, casino, ski resort, spa, golf course developers and operators currently developing a timeshare,
Attend: fractional resorts or condo-hotel project; Hospitality industry executives looking for capital or development opportunities; Lenders eager to learn about vacation ownership financing; Resort owners; management companies; and government and tourism officials Registration Early Bird Registration: (Prior to August 1, 2006) — $749
Fees: After August 2nd — $899 How to Online — www.vacationownershipinvestment.com
Register: Call — 877-700-1153 (Outside North America, dial 305-668-3495) Background: The vacation ownership industry is one of the fastest-growing segments of the hospitality industry. Today, there are more than 5,700 vacation ownership resorts in 95 countries, with sales exceeding $11 billion in 2005. Worldwide, there are more than seven million consumers who own timeshare. Media Chris Boesch Béatrice de Peyrecave Claudia Vigil Contacts: 800 - 622-1861, ext. 7267 800 - 622 – 1861, ext. 7032 800 - 622-1861, ext. 7136
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