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GHTA Adds Volunteer Opportunity to 2010 Conference Schedule

Home Accents Today Staff -- Gifts and Dec, 7/6/2010 3:07:36 PM

New Orleans — The Gift and Home Trade Association (GHTA) is adding an extra day to its 2010 Conference schedule, scheduled for Nov. 18-–20 at the Ritz Carlton in New Orleans. Historically, Thursday was not a part of the traditional conference schedule.

"Each year we strive to improve and expand our conference programming, and this year is no exception," said Diane Carnevale Jones, executive director of the GHTA. "We have been working diligently with the New Orleans community to identify special activities that will interest our attendees on a personal and professional level. We trust these activities will be both educational and inspiring."

VOLUNTEER New Orleans — Conference attendees will have the opportunity to experience the enormity of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath, by visiting St. Bernard Parish, one of the worst-hit parishes during Hurricane Katrina. They will also have the opportunity to respond to the devastation by volunteering with the St. Bernard Project, an initiative that works to rebuild homes and families within Greater New Orleans. Individuals will be able to build homes, landscape, garden and more, depending on their ability and level of experience. The GHTA has reserved 20 spots for this work day. Attendees may request reservation information by emailing info@giftandhome.org.

GOLF New Orleans — Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in the GHTA's traditional golf outing benefitting Gift for Life, a partnership between the gift, home, and stationery industries to raise funds in support of AIDS research and education. Golfers will engage in friendly competition and dine on Cajun cuisine.

SHOP TOUR New Orleans — The GHTA is also offering an opportunity for guests to visit and to shop Magazine Street, a charming and historic area of New Orleans. During a guided tour of the area, attendees will hear about Katrina's devastation while talking to local retailers. They will also gain valuable retail insight learning about the hard work done to survive and rebuild in the storm's aftermath. Lunch will follow.

"Historic and energy-filled New Orleans provides conference attendees with an excellent setting to conduct business, and to have fun," said Beth Lang, president of the GHTA. "We look forward to November and to the many activities and educational opportunities that await us."

To register or learn more about each of these activities, conference attendees should email info@giftandhome.org. The 2010 GHTA Conference invites sales representatives, manufacturers and other industry resource suppliers to network and share best business practices, while learning from national keynote speakers and various breakout sessions. Conference agenda highlights are available online at www.giftandhome.org/cms/Home/2010_Conference/Agenda_Highlights.php.
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For more information on the 8th Annual GHTA Conference, Jazz Up Your Business in the Big Easy, visit the GHTA website at www.giftandhome.org/cms/Home/2010_Conference.php, or contact the GHTA office at (877) 600-4872 or info@giftandhome.org. For more information on the St. Bernard Project, visit stbernardproject.blogspot.com.

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