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Wednesday, June 18
Features
 Newly Appointed 2008 – 2009 HITEC Advisory Council Begins Planning HITEC 2009 in Anaheim, Calif.To assure top-notch education sessions, exciting exhibits and useful networking opportunities, the planning for HITEC 2009 has already begun. HFTP recently announced the 2008-2009 HITEC Advisory Council, with Scot Campbell, vice president of business solutions for CityCenter MGM Mirage Inc., as the council chair. More...
 GUESTROOM 2010 Version 3.0 DebutsGUESTROOM 2010 version 3.0, sponsored by IBM, debuted Tuesday at HITEC 2008. Only at GUESTROOM 2010 – a model hotel room – can you find a voice recognition alarm clock set by speaking to it instead of punching buttons, a virtual library of the latest best-selling books, a bed without a mattress, a closet that generates electricity, a 3D golf course tour, a bath that gives a massage to the beat of your favorite music, a transducer that turns almost any surface into a speaker and an art gallery with thousands of choices. More...
 Tuesday’s General Session Included Technology Trends and Honored ProfessionalsDave Berkus, HFTP Technology Hall of Fame member and long time venture capitalist, presented his “10 Trends in Technology” that shape how we plan in 2008 and beyond during the Tuesday general session. More...
Highlights From Various Concurrent Education Sessions
» How to Select a Point of Sale System
» Successful Web Strategies » Convergence: How to Build the Hotel Room » IT Infrastructure Part I: The Development of IT Infrastructure » High Speed Internet Access 101 » Opening Section - A New Social Dialog More...  Vote for FAVE Awards and Enter a Chance to Win a Wii Prize PackageAfter visiting the exhibit hall, don’t forget to vote for your favorite booths and technology solutions. Each attendee that votes is automatically entered to win a Wii Prize Package. More...
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Happening Today
 Visit the HITEC 2008 Exhibit Hall Today and Tomorrow
Wednesday * 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Thursday * 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.  The HITEC 2008 exhibit hall opened Tuesday with packed crowds. Besides the 300+ vendors participating, attendees can find several special features. More...  Club Technology Pavilion Showcases Club-Specific TechnologyVisit the Club Technology Pavilion at booth #1451. The Club Technology Pavilion is a special display dedicated to showcasing the latest in emerging club technologies. The display is a series of approximately 15 kiosks on the show floor dedicated to club technology. With an increasing demand for emerging club technologies, the Pavilion is a can't-miss display. More...
Meal Vouchers Provided for Those With Paid Registrations
During days when the exhibit hall is open, meal vouchers are provided for those with paid attendee or exhibitor registration. You’ll find each day’s meal voucher attached to your badge. You can use your voucher at any of the five concession stands around the exhibit hall during exhibit hall hours. More...
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Later This Week…
 HITEC 2008 Closes Thursday With Hotel Rating RevelationsWhen picking a hotel, travelers often rely on the eyes and ears of those that have gone before them. Whether it's the traditional hotel rating system of diamonds and stars or an online message board of previous patrons, what others have to say has great influence on travelers picking a hotel. The HITEC 2008 Closing Session on Thursday, June 19 addresses issues of hotel rating systems with a panel of representatives from well-known rating companies, including mystery hotel reviewers revealing their identity. More...
 FAVE Award Winners Announced ThursdayAfter three exciting days of the trade show, the winners of the FAVE Awards will be announced on Thursday. Winners of the booth designs will be announced Thursday afternoon before the hall closes, allowing attendees a chance to stop by and visit the winners. More...
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HITEC 2008 Exhibitor News
HITEC FAVE Awards
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