58th Annual AASHTO National Transportation Management Conferences
The AASHTO National Transportation Management Conferences, now in their 58th year, provide mid-level managers in departments of transportation the skills they need to make the transition from technical to management responsibilities. This year, to help states in this economic climate, we are keeping the course fees the same as the last four years and have cut the course time from five days to four days without compromising the course curriculum, saving states up to two days of per diem.
In a four-day series of workshops, participants are introduced to the tools, techniques and best practices needed for effectively managing people and projects. For more experienced managers, the workshops update and refine existing skills, challenge current thinking, introduce new concepts, and explore changing employee and customer relationships.
The conferences, developed under the guidance of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials and TEAM (Transportation Education and Management) Institute Steering Committee, are tailored specifically for staff members of AASHTO member departments and affiliated organizations, including the U.S. Department of Transportation.
The conferences emphasize:
- Recognizing the manager’s multiple jobs
- Creating a nationwide network for mid-level transportation managers
- Leading change
- Team building
- Managing People in today’s world
- Improving communication skills
- Learn to detect and mitigate risks in managing projects
- Professional ethics
- Evolving transportation policy
Throughout the conferences participants share experiences—difficulties and successes that impact transportation managers—as they learn from one another in our participant interactive sessions throughout the week.
WORKSHOP FORMAT
The format for the conferences has changed this year to four days, saving the states up two days per diem expenses per attendee. Each conference starts on Monday morning and concludes on Thursday (see typical conference schedule on page 5). Participants must attend the entire conference in order to successfully complete the program and receive a certificate and 3.0 CEU.
A variety of presentation techniques are used in the workshops. These include illustrated lectures, panel discussions, case analyses, and role-playing sessions. Each workshop gives participants experience in solving practical, real-life transportation management situations—and these interdisciplinary team exercises are continually rated as the most valuable element of each conference.
Before each conference each participant is sent a survey of interests and training needs. The conference instructors will review these surveys and adjust each conference agenda to meet the identified interests and needs.
At each conference, participants are provided with a notebook of required and recommended reading materials that supplement the conference sessions. Each evening, participants are expected to use these materials to prepare for the next day's workshops.
Upon successful completion of the conference, each participant will be awarded 3.0 Continuing Education Units (CEU) or the equivalent of 30 Professional Development Hours (PDH).
NOMINATION/APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND DEADLINES
Conference participants are selected from among those nominated by AASHTO member departments and affiliates. Each conference is limited to a maximum of 36 participants. Each AASHTO member department/affiliate may nominate up to 12 employees for the 2012 series of conferences, but no more than 6 from one member department/affiliate may be enrolled in a specific conference.
Nominations should be sent to CMC & Associates before April 1, 2013 for the July dates and May 3, 2013 for the September and October dates; nominations received after that date will be considered only if space is still available. Those selected for participation will be notified by April 15, 2013 for the July dates and May 31, 2013 for the September and October dates. To nominate one or more staff members, use the form on page 7 or to register online, go to www.cvent.com/d/ccq4wh.
TUITION PAYMENT AND REFUND POLICIES
The tuition of $1495 per participant includes all instructional materials and courses, three lunches, four continental breakfasts, breaks, and a reception. Individual participants are responsible for hotel costs, meals not included in the conference tuition, and transportation to and from the conference site. Special room rates (conforming to the Federal Travel Regulation) have been arranged at the conference hotels.
The person submitting the nominations (as designated on the nomination form) will be notified of those candidates accepted for the conference by April 15, 2013 for the July dates and May 31, 2013 for the September and October dates. A tuition invoice ($1495/participant) will then be sent to the nominator, and payment or a PO number must be received at least 30 days prior to the conference. Please note: tuition costs will be billed to the nominator, unless otherwise specified.
Conference Agenda
No |
Session |
Facilitator |
Time |
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Sunday |
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Registration |
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3:00PM – 5:00PM |
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Monday |
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Registration |
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7:00AM – 8:00AM |
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Continental Breakfast (provided) |
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7:00AM – 8:00AM |
1 |
Conference Opening & Overview |
Bill Smitley |
8:00AM – 10:00AM |
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Break (provided) |
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10:00AM – 10:15AM |
2 |
Critical Issues in Transportation: Round Table Discussion |
Moderator: Tom Barry Guest Speakers: Joe Toole, FHWA; Janet Oakley, AASHTO |
10:15AM – 12:00PM |
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Lunch (provided) |
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12:00PM – 1:00PM |
3 |
Transportation Leadership Challenges |
Tom Barry |
1:00PM – 3:00PM |
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Break (provided) |
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3:00PM – 3:15PM |
4 |
Leading Change |
Bill Smitley |
3:15PM – 5:45PM |
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Reception |
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5:45PM – 7:00PM |
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Adjourn (dinner on your own) |
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7:00PM |
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Tuesday |
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Continental Breakfast (provided) |
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7:00AM – 8:00AM |
5 |
Identifying Customers and Managing Conflicting Needs |
Tom Barry |
8:00AM – 9:00AM |
6 |
Managing Projects for Success Part 1 |
Tom Barry |
9:00AM – 10:00AM |
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Break (provided) |
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10:00AM – 10:15AM |
6 |
Managing Projects for Success Part 2 |
Tom Barry |
10:15AM – 11:30AM |
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Lunch (provided) |
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11:30AM – 12:30PM |
7 |
Communication, Part 1 |
Bill Smitley |
12:30PM – 2:30PM |
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Break (provided) |
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2:30PM – 3:00PM |
7 |
Communication, Part 2 |
Bill Smitley |
3:00PM – 4:00PM |
8 |
Managing Multiple Priorities |
Bill Smitley |
4:00PM – 5:00PM |
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Adjourn (dinner on your own) |
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5:00PM |
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Wednesday |
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Continental Breakfast (provided) |
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7:00AM – 8:00AM |
9 |
Enhancing Teamwork to Reduce Conflict, Part 1 |
Bill Smitley |
8:00AM – 9:30AM |
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Break (provided) |
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9:30AM – 10:00AM |
9 |
Enhancing Teamwork to Reduce Conflict, Part 2 |
Bill Smitley |
10:00AM – 11:00AM |
10 |
Ethics in the Real World |
Gene Conti |
11:00AM – 12:00PM |
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Lunch (provided) |
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12:00PM – 1:00PM |
11 |
Performance Measurement |
Gene Conti |
1:00PM – 2:00PM |
12 |
Policy Architecture |
Gene Conti |
2:00PM – 3:00PM |
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Break (provided) |
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3:00PM – 3:15PM |
13 |
Hiring, Developing, and Coaching People (Part I) |
Bill Smitley |
3:15PM – 5:15PM |
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Thursday |
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Continental Breakfast (provided) |
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7:00AM – 8:00AM |
13 |
Hiring, Developing, and Coaching People (Part 2) |
Bill Smitley |
8:00AM – 9:00AM |
14 |
Disciplining Team Detractors |
Bill Smitley |
9:00AM – 10:00AM |
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Break (provided) |
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10:00AM – 10:15AM |
15 |
Motivation |
Bill Smitley |
10:15AM – 11:45AM |
16 |
Plan for Improvement and Reduce Stress |
Bill Smitley |
11:45AM – 12:15PM |
17 |
Individual Growth Plans and Summary - Closing Remarks |
Bill Smitley |
12:15PM – 12:30PM
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Adjourn |
Bill Smitley |
12:30PM |
Hotel Reservations
July 22-25—Madison, Wisconsin
The Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club is situated in downtown Madison, Wisconsin across the street from the State Capitol, surrounded by a variety of food establishments and near State Street, University of Wisconsin campus, Overture Center, Monona Terrace Convention Center and Alliant Energy Center. Located five miles from Dane County Regional Airport with complimentary airport shuttle service from 7:00 am – 11:00 pm daily. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in your guest room.
$89.00 Single/$99.00 Double. Cutoff date: 06/22/13 One West Dayton St. Madison, WI 53703 800-356-8293 www.concoursehotel.com
September 9–12—Tucson, Arizona
Surrounded by majestic saguaro forests and dramatic mountain peaks, Tucson blends the beauty of the natural world with the excitement and amenities of a thriving city. The Marriott University Park is located in the most vibrant social and cultural neighborhood in Tucson: over 30 restaurants, shopping, touring Broadway shows, and 4 museums. The Marriott Tucson University Park Hotel is located one block from the University of Arizona, the Arizona State Museum, and Centennial Hall.
$90.00 Single/Double. Cutoff date: 08/08/13 880 East 2nd St. Tucson, AZ 85719 866-596-7897 www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/tusup-tucson-marriottuniversity- park/
October 14–17—Annapolis, Maryland
The Doubletree Hotel Annapolis, ideally located minutes from some of the greatest attractions Annapolis, Maryland has to offer. The US Naval Academy, Maryland State Capital and the historic waterfront district are just three short miles away. The hotel is within easy reach of the Westfield Mall, Festival Plaza, Annapolis Harbour Center, and several of the area's finest golf courses. The beautiful Towne Center at Parole is within walking distance of the hotel offering great shopping and dining opportunities. The Doubletree Hotel Annapolis is conveniently located between Baltimore and Washington D.C. with easy access to Route 50. Baltimore Washington International airport is just 20 miles away.
$116.00 Single/Double. Cutoff date: 09/20/13 210 Holiday Court Annapolis, MD 21401 410-224-3150 www.doubletreeannapolis.com
September 23-26—Atlanta, Georgia
Located 10 miles from downtown Atlanta, the Centennial
Olympic Park, and the Georgia Aquarium and within a half
mile of Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
and the Airport MARTA Station, the Embassy Suites
Atlanta–Airport Hotel offers a complimentary shuttle
service to the airport and MARTA Station. All rooms
feature a private bedroom and separate living area with a
kitchenette, including a refrigerator, microwave and wet
bar as well as free wireless internet.
$95.00 Single/Double. Cutoff date: 09/01/13
4700 Southport Rd
Atlanta, GA, 30337
1-800-EMBASSY (362-2779)
http://embassysuites3.hilton.com
Cancellation Policy
If written cancellation is received by CMC & Associates more than 30 days before the start of the conference, a full refund, less the cost of any materials already sent and credit card fees, will be returned. If cancellation is received at least 2 weeks before the conference start date, but less than 30 days from the start date, a 50% refund will be given. No refunds will be given for cancellations received less than 2 weeks prior to the conference. Qualified substitutes will be permitted provided the substitute's information has been submitted to CMC in time to approve the candidate prior to the chosen conference.
For more information, contact:
Fred Crawford Project Director CMC & Associates 2713 Blairstone Lane Tallahassee, FL 32301 Phone: 888-320-6129 Fax: 850-224-7704 Email: fcrawford@cmc-associates.com
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