Program

Our conference is three and a half days of sessions, networking, and celebration of our colleagues' achievements. Plan to explore our host city in the days before and after the conference, or engage in a workshop or other session! The schedule below is a sample schedule that gives you an idea of how our conference runs. We have plenty of opportunities for people to propose sessions, networking events, and more. All times will be shared in local time, Mountain Daylight Time.

Program at a Glance

Monday, May 3

This the first day of our pre-conference activities, when we will have tours, workshops, and other learning opportunities.

Workshops

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We can host about 8-10 onsite workshops. They will be hosted either at the convention center or local labs/host sites. They can be half day, full day, or two-day workshops.

Have an idea for a workshop? The proposal form will be open in August with a deadline of September 30. Reach out to us if you want to discuss options in advance.

 

Tours

7:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Propose a tour! We will be working with the local visitors' bureau to offer local tours, but we're open to ideas from members, organizations, and the community. 

Reach out to our meetings email address with ideas, or propose them in our form starting in August.

Tours are generally on the first two days of our meeting, but we can also host short tours throughout the conference.

Tuesday, May 4

 Day two of our pre-conference activities, and the afternoon begins our general session with a keynote and awards ceremony.

 

Tours

8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Propose a tour! We will be working with the local visitors' bureau to offer local tours, but we're open to ideas from members, organizations, and the community. 

Reach out to our meetings email address with ideas, or propose them in our form starting in August.

Tours are generally on the first two days of our meeting, but we can also host short tours throughout the conference.

 

Workshops

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We can host about 8-10 onsite workshops. They will be hosted either at the convention center or local labs/host sites. They can be half day, full day, or two-day workshops.

Have an idea for a workshop? The proposal form will be open in August with a deadline of September 30. Reach out to us if you want to discuss options in advance.

 

Other Sessions and Events

9:00 AM 

Symposia

This could be your topic! Reach out to discuss ideas or partnerships!

9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Community Partnership Project (Service Project)

Learn more about our service projects! We accept proposals from members and the local community.

Registration Required

New Attendee Welcome & Orientation

Have ideas to connect members? Look for our networking proposal form in August!

 Times TBA

Opening Session

4:00 to 6:00 PM

Keynote and Awards Session

Included with registration, all are encouraged to attend

Albuquerque Convention Center

 

Evening Networking - Sample types of programming

7:00 to 9:00 PM

Conservators in Private Practice Happy Hour: Mixer for conservators in private practice (Example)

7:00 to 9:00 PM

Emerging Conservation Professionals Happy Hour: Mixer for those in school or beginning their careers  (Example)

Wednesday, May 5

 This is Day 1 of our main conference sessions.

 

Morning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Opening Remarks & Programming

10:00 - 10:45 AM

Break in the Exhibit Hall

10:45 AM - 12:00 PM

Programming

12:00 - 1:45 PM

Luncheon Sessions

 

Afternoon

2:00 - 3:15 PM

Programming

3:15 - 3:45 PM

Break in the Exhibit Hall

3:45 -  5:15 PM

 Programming
6:00 - 9:00 PM

Opening Reception TBA

Thursday, May 6

 This is Day 2 of our main conference sessions.

Morning

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Programming

10:00 - 10:45 AM

Break in the Exhibit Hall

10:45 AM - 12:00 PM

Programming

12:00 - 1:45 PM

Luncheon Sessions

 

Afternoon

2:00 - 3:15 PM

Programming

3:15 - 3:45 PM

Break in the Exhibit Hall

3:45 -  5:15 PM

 Programming
6:00 - 10:00 PM

TBA - Possible events include dine arounds, drag afterparty, partner events and reunions

Friday, May 7

 This is Day 3 of our main conference sessions.

 

Morning

8:00 - 9:30 AM 

AIC Member Business Meeting (tentative)

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Programming
12:00 - 1:45 PM

Luncheon Sessions

 

Afternoon

2:00 - 4:00 PM

Programming
4:00 - 5:00 PM Closing Session

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