Mark your calendar and start making plans to attend these exciting ESA events in 2011.

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2011 ESA Leadership Summit

January 10 – 13, 2011

Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas

Las Colinas, TX

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AIREF Golf Classic

April 5, 2011

Revere Country Club

Las Vegas, NV

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Day on Capitol Hill

April 26 – 27, 2011

St. Gregory’s Hotel & Suites

Washington, D.C.

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ESA Summer Conference

June 6 – 10, 2011

Charlotte Convention Center

Charlotte, NC

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Electronic Security Expo

June 7 – 9, 2011

Charlotte Convention Center

Charlotte, NC

Mark your calendar and start making plans to attend these exciting ESA events in 2011.

2011 ESA Leadership Summit
January 10 – 13, 2011
Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas
Las Colinas, TX

AIREF Golf Classic
April 5, 2011
Revere Country Club
Las Vegas, NV

Day on Capitol Hill
April 26 – 27, 2011
St. Gregory’s Hotel & Suites
Washington, D.C.

ESA Summer Conference
June, 2011
Charlotte Convention Center
Charlotte, NC

Electronic Security Expo
June, 2011
Charlotte Convention Center
Charlotte, NC

(left to right) James Lee, Alarm Guard Security, Sam Fiske, Smoky Mountain Systems, and Dom D’Ascoli, Smoky Mountain Systems, met with their congressman, Rep. Heath Shuler (D-NC) (second from right). The trio was provided special access by the congressman’s staff to the U.S. Capitol building to meet with Shuler.

I want to thank you for the invitation to go to DC for “Day on Capitol Hill”. I had no preconceived expectations of the event but some apprehension that it would be worth my while. I can now tell you it was worth my while and very educational.  The event was organized and efficiently run by the staff and our paid lobbyist. I appreciate the companies that sponsored the event to help make it a success. The social events were enjoyable and gave me a chance to meet some new colleagues and friends.

The group I was with met with the staff of five different congressmen and senators and one congressman personally who went out of his way to see us.  Two in my group had been before and it was interesting to see that some of the staff remembered them.  The meetings went just as they were described to us how they would. Even though the meetings were short and to the point, I now know why we were there – because we have to be. It is the way the system works and if we want to be heard we have to stay in front of our representatives that make the decisions that could affect our industry.

When I saw that some of the staff remembered us being there before, I realized how important it was to be there every year no matter how big or small the issues are so that they will know who we are and that we care about what they are doing. They need to know that we want to be heard.

I hope I am able to make the trip in the years to come and I will do all I can to encourage others from our state to attend so that we will be able to make contact with more representatives.  Again, thank you for doing such a good job with this important event.

James Lee

Alarmguard Security, Inc.

Mark your calendar and start making plans to attend these exciting ESA events in 2010. ESA Day on Capitol Hill April 27 – 28 Washington, D.C.

Those who have registered (registration closed on April 9) are looking forward to Day on Capitol Hill – the premiere lobbying event of the industry. Day on Capitol Hill offers ESA members an opportunity to sit down with their elected officials and lobby for programs and legislation to benefit the electronic security industry and their businesses.

Participants attend this event at no charge thanks to support from our sponsors which this year include GE Security, Honeywell, Altronix, Diebold, and Security America RRG.

FREE Oklahoma State Legislative Dinner

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Oklahoma residents are invited to attend a FREE Oklahoma State Legislative Dinner – compliments of GE Security. .. . Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse

#7 Mickey Mantle Drive

Oklahoma City, OK 73104

(405) 272-0777

www.mickeymantlesteakhouse.com

Schedule:  6:00 – Cash Bar, 7:00 – Hosted Dinner, 7:30 – Senator Coates

The guest speaker will be Senator Harry Coates (R-Dist. 28). During his presentation, Senator Coates will address state legislation impacting the electronic life safety, security, and integrated systems industry. Senator Coates is the author of several bills in the state legislature on electrical contracting. Matthew Schue, Director of the Oklahoma State Department of Health, which regulates alarm licensing in Oklahoma, is also an invited guest and will be on hand to answer any questions. The Oklahoma state legislature will be in session until May 28, 2010.   Attending this dinner would be an excellent opportunity to find out how the state legislature impacts your business and how important it is to be INVOLVED. Register now Looking forward: 2010 ESA Summer Conference June 14 – 18 Pittsburgh, PA The ESA Summer Conference is where association leaders help shape the future of ESA and work to improve the business environment for the security industry. You can make a difference – join us for the 2010 ESA Summer Conference. Learn more about Pittsburgh, click here.

Click here to see the preliminary Summer Conference schedule.

View the exciting Welcome to Pittsburgh 2010 video

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This year, the GE Diamond social event during Day on Capitol Hill features a tour and reception at the National Museum of Crime and Punishment (NMCP).

Described by Good Morning America as a “must see for CSI fans,” the NMCP includes a crime lab and the filming studios for America’s Most Wanted. A simulated FBI shooting range, high-speed police-chase, and hundreds of interactive exhibits and artifacts pertaining to America’s favorite subject fill the three-floor, 25,000 square foot museum.

Attendees will be able to tour the museum from 6 – 7 pm and then rendezvous in the America’s Most Wanted studio from 7 – 9 pm for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

Registration for Day on Capitol Hill closes on April 9.  Register Now!

Thank you to our Day on Capitol Hill Sponsors!

Capitol Hill Social, Hospitality – Debriefing, and Congressional Directory Sponsor

Capitol Hill Luncheon, Reception and Congressional Directory Sponsor

Capitol Hill Breakfast Sponsor

Capitol Hill Breakfast Sponsor

Capitol Hill Breakfast Sponsor

Mark your calendar and start making plans to attend these exciting ESA events in 2010.

ESA Day on Capitol Hill

April 27 – 28 Washington, D.C.

The deadline to register is April 9. Register today to ensure your spot at this event.

The premiere lobbying event of the industry, Day on Capitol Hill offers ESA members an opportunity to sit down with their elected officials and lobby for programs and initiatives to benefit the electronic security industry and their businesses. ESA has once again received a negotiated rate from St. Gregory Hotel & Suites. Attendees can receive accommodations at $240 per night. Registration information is available at www.ESAweb.org.

Participants attend this event at no charge thanks to support from our sponsors which this year include GE Security, Honeywell, Altronix, Diebold, and Security America RRG.

Looking forward: 2010 ESA Summer Conference

June 14 – 18 Pittsburgh, PA

The ESA Summer Conference is where association leaders help shape the future of ESA and work to improve the business environment for the security industry. You can make a difference – join us for the 2010 ESA Summer Conference. Learn more about Pittsburgh, click here. View the exciting Welcome to Pittsburgh 2010 video

Electronic Security Expo (ESX) – Where Leaders are Made

June 14 – 18

The Electronic Security Expo experienced its second year of success in 2009 and the excitement continues to build. Be sure to register early for 2010 ESX – Where Leaders are Made. Register Now!

Book your hotel rooms in advance to ensure discounted, convenient accommodations. Arrangements have been made with the following hotels:

• Renaissance – $129 per night
• Westin – $179 per night
• Omni – $179 per night

In order to obtain security clearance for all Day on Capitol Hill participants, we need to know that you’re planning to attend. This year’s event is scheduled for April 27 – 28. Please register today to attend this important event.

All appointments with elected representatives will be made in advance by our Director of Government Relations, John Chwat, and his staff. Before the appointments, attendees will be given specific instructions and briefed on topics to address with their legislators and how to make their presentation effective. John will also obtain security clearances for all attendees and will put together a packet of information on the issues.

These face-to-face meetings are a major part of our government relations efforts to garner support from our legislative representatives on issues that are critical to our industry and public safety. Issues such as ESA’s federal background check legislation, legislative approaches to the Department of Energy’s and the Environmental Protection Agency’s recent regulatory changes, opposition to the Employee Free Choice Act and support for ESA’s balanced approach for life safety.

Congressional speakers, networking and social events will round out the two-day visit to Congress. Plan to attend this important event and support our 2010 legislative agenda.

Our host hotel will again be the lovely St. Gregory Hotel & Suites located in the heart of Washington, D.C. We have contracted a discounted room rate of $240, plus taxes per night.

To make your hotel reservation, call (202) 530-3600 or toll free (800) 829-5034. You must mention that you are with the Electronic Security Association to get the discounted rate. Only a limited number of rooms are available so reservations are on a first come, first served basis until March 28.

Additionally, those flying to DC (airports BWI/DCA/IAD) between April 24 and May 1 can receive a 5 percent discount on airfare from American Airlines when flights are booked on-line at www.AA.com. The promotion code you will need to give is 8940AY.

More information about the Day on Capitol Hill can be found online at www.ESAweb.org

• Schedule of Events
• Register Now!
• D.C. Metro Area Map
• D.C. Metro Area Restaurants

Thank you to our Day on Capitol Hill Sponsors!

Capitol Hill Social, Hospitality – Debriefing, and Congressional Directory Sponsor

Capitol Hill Luncheon, Reception and Congressional Directory Sponsor

Capitol Hill Breakfast Sponsor

Capitol Hill Breakfast Sponsor

Capitol Hill Breakfast Sponsor

Mark your calendar and start making plans to attend these exciting ESA events in 2010.

AIREF Golf Classic

March 23

Las Vegas, NV

You know you love it – the annual AIREF Golf Classic in Las Vegas. Make sure you’re there to take part in a day of world-class golfing with your industry colleagues and golf without guilt because you’ll be supporting a great cause! Register Now!

ESA Day on Capitol Hill

April 27 – 28

Washington, D.C.

The premiere lobbying event of the industry, Day on Capitol Hill offers ESA members an opportunity to sit down with their elected officials and lobby for programs and initiatives to benefit the electronic security industry and their businesses. ESA has once again received a negotiated rate from St. Gregory Hotel & Suites. Attendees can receive accommodations at $240 per night. Registration information is available at www.ESAweb.org. Participants attend this event at no charge thanks to support from our sponsors which this year include GE Security, Honeywell, Altronix, Diebold, and Security America RRG.

Looking forward: 2010 ESA Summer Conference

June 14 – 18

Pittsburgh, PA

The ESA Summer Conference is where association leaders help shape the future of ESA and work to improve the business environment for the security industry. You can make a difference – join us for the 2010 ESA Summer Conference. Learn more about Pittsburgh, click here. View the exciting Welcome to Pittsburgh 2010 video

Electronic Security Expo (ESX) – Where Leaders are Made

June 14 – 18

The Electronic Security Expo experienced its second year of success in 2009 and the excitement continues to build. Be sure to register early for 2010 ESX – Where Leaders are Made. Register Now!

Book your hotel rooms in advance to ensure discounted, convenient accommodations. Arrangements have been made with the following hotels:

• Renaissance – $129 per night
• Westin – $179 per night
• Omni – $179 per night