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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

August

Great American Trucking Show - Thursday, August 21, 2008
Location: Dallas Convention Center, Dallas, TX
Contact: 205-248-1333 or e-mail info@gatsonline.com Read More...

18th Annual National Toy Truck N Construction Show - Friday, August 22, 2008
Location: Adams Mark Hotel Indianapolis, IN
This will be a three-day room-trading, showroom show with an auction on Saturday. This show features one of the largest gatherings of Toy Manufacturers of any toy show you will attend. Come see what they have that's new and get to visit with companies like Die-Cast Promotions, SpecCast, DHS Diecast Collectables and First Gear. In addition, a large number of dealers with a wide variety of truck and construction models, new and old, will be there. Read More...

AAMVA Annual International Conference - Sunday, August 24, 2008
Location: Rosen Shingle Creek, Orlando, FL
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NATDA 2008 Trade Show and Convention - Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Location: Fort Worth Convention Center, Fort Worth, TX
Contact: (727) 360-0304 Read More...

September

CVSA Annual Conference - Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Location: Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg, MB
Sponsored by Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Read More...

McLeod Annual Users' Conference - Sunday, September 14, 2008
Location: The Gaylord Opryland, Nashville, TN
Contact: 205.823.5100 Read More...

TMC's 2008 Fall Meeting - Monday, September 15, 2008
Location: Renaissance Nashville Hotel and Convention Center
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SCRA Crane & Rigging Workshop - Thursday, September 18, 2008
Location: Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, Toronto, ON
Sponsored by Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SCRA) Read More...

CVSN Annual Business Forum - Saturday, September 20, 2008
Location: Omni Interlocken Resort, Broomfield, CO
Contact: 904-737-2900 Read More...

14th Annual OPIS Fleet Fueling Conference - Sunday, September 21, 2008
Location: Hyatt Regency Atlanta, GA
The transportation industry faces a difficult road ahead. With sky-rocketing fuel prices, fleets are re-evaluating their fuel procurement strategy and searching for new ways to save money. Make your plans today to attend the 14th Annual OPIS Fleet Fueling Conference & Exhibition on September 21-23, 2008 in Atlanta and get solutions to your toughest challenges. This is the only event that brings long-haul, private and government fleets together with shippers, truckstops, fuel suppliers and industry vendors for a total educational experience. Visit www.opisnet.com/fleetfueling or call 866-620-5940 for more information and learn how you can save $75 by registering now! Read More...

OPIS Fuel Management University - Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Location: Hyatt Regency Atlanta, GA
Advance the way you buy, sell, market, and trade gasoline and diesel fuel in just 3 days! Make your plans to attend the next OPIS Fuel Management University, September 24-26, 2008 in Atlanta. Whether you’ve been buying and selling fuel for years, or are new to the business, this course will work for you. Act now -- this course sells out quickly! For the complete agenda, and to reserve your seat today, visit www.opisnet.com/fmu or call toll-free 866-620-5940. Register now and save $200! Read More...

2008 Carrier Logistics Inc. Leadership Summit - Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Location: Tarrytown House Estate, Tarrytown, NY
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Expediter Training Classes - Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Location: Dallas, Texas
Business development classes for new and current professional drivers pursuing a career in expedited trucking. 877-878-4437 Read More...

28th Annual Truckin' For Kids - Sunday, September 28, 2008
Location: Toyota Irwindale Speedway
28th Annual Truckin' For Kids Truck Drags & Show & Shine We'll have our usual great show with a ton of classes and trophies! Working classes start at 8 am, show and shine judging starts at 8 am, Drags start at 11 am for Pick-ups and noon for Big Rigs! Truck and Driver $50 - includes admission for driver and choice of one contest. Additional contests are just $10 each.Save Time - Don't wait in line! Pre-register to park your Rig on Saturday and avoid the Sunday Rush! General Admission only $15 and Kids under 12 are FREE!!! For any additional information call or e-mail, Frank Pangburn, Race Director Phone-208-448-2811 e-mail-frank@truckinforkids.org Read More...

October

ATA Management Conference & Exhibition - Saturday, October 04, 2008
Location: Hilton New Orleans Convention Center, LA
Sponsored by American Trucking Associations (ATA) Read More...

Truck Show Latino - Saturday, October 18, 2008
Location: Fairplex in Pomona, Pomona, CA
Contact: 650-349-4876 Read More...

10th Annual OPIS National Supply Summit - Monday, October 20, 2008
Location: Lake Las Vegas, NV
10th Annual OPIS National Supply Summit October 20-21, 2008 Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort Lake Las Vegas, NV Phone: 866.620.5940 opis@opisnet.com Register now for the 10th Annual OPIS National Supply Summit, October 20-21, 2008 held at the Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort, Henderson, NV. This premier summit brings together professionals from all segments of the supply chain, including refining executives, transportation professionals, shippers, schedulers, economists, marketers and end users. It is the perfect place to get a complete picture of what lies ahead for supply and trading in 2009. This meeting sells out every year. Register early to guarantee your seat and save $200. Sign up by calling toll-free 1-866-620-5940 or by visiting www.opisnet.com/supply. Read More...

OPIS Winning Fuel Buying Strategies - Monday, October 27, 2008
Location: Watermark Hotel San Antonio, TX
Phone: 866.620.5940 E-mail: registrar@opisnet.com Read More...

November

SEMA/ASIA Show & International Tire Expo - Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
Sponsored by Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Contact: 909/396-0289 Read More...

5th Annual OPIS Site School - Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Location: San Francisco, CA
5th Annual OPIS Site School November 12-13, 2008 Fairmont Hotel San Francisco, CA E-mail: registrar@opisnet.com Whether you are buying, selling, upgrading, doing a sale-leaseback or simply trying to determine how your business stacks up in today’s market, your attendance at the 5th Annual OPIS Site School course in San Francisco on November 12-13, 2008 is a must. Our panel of industry experts, with over 150 years of combined experience, will give you the tools to ensure you make the smartest and most profitable decisions possible against the backdrop of today’s tough economic and competitive conditions. Reserve your seat now and save up to $300 by calling toll-free 866-620-5940 or by visiting www.opisnet.com/siteschool. Read More...

NITL 101st Annual Meeting & TransComp - Saturday, November 15, 2008
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Sponsored by National Industrial Transportation League (NITL) Contact: (703) 524-5011 Read More...