Check out the unique ways to engage and learn at CAMEX 2013. Skim the list and click on event titles to get details. Note that some programs may require pre-registration and/or additional fees.
20/30 Club
Are you an industry professional, 20-39ish years of age? Join our Facebook Group to keep up with the latest details!
CAMEX “Book Talk” Luncheon
Saturday, February 23, 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Read the book. Discuss the book with the author. Get more out of the book!
CCR Exam Administration
Thursday, February 21, 7:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Prove yourself! Applications to sit for the exam at CAMEX 2013 are due to NACS by Friday, Jan. 25, 2013.
Deep Dives
These extended, 2-hour sessions are designed to provide an in-depth exploration of critical/strategic topics impacting the industry. Look for “Deep Dive: [topic]” on the CAMEX schedule on Friday and Saturday afternoons.
First Timers Program
New to CAMEX? This FREE program will help you prepare and have a successful experience prior to CAMEX and onsite.
Flash Sessions
These 20-minute presentations allow just enough time to hear about a great idea from one of your peers and a few questions, too! Look for Flash Session blocks on the CAMEX schedule first thing and over the lunch breaks on Friday and Saturday.
Learning Tours and an “Xtreme! Lite” Seminar
Choose from learning tours of mainstream retailers, campus stores and local apparel vendors, and an Xtreme! Lite: Kansas City seminar this year—and with more day/time options, as well!
- Retail Tour
Thursday, February 21, 1:00-5:30 p.m.
- Campus Store Tour: KCKCC Bookstore, UMKC Bookstore, and Camp David
Thursday, February 21, 1:00-5:30 p.m.
- Campus Store Tour: KU Bookstore s and Gear for Sports
Thursday, February 21, 1:00-5:30 p.m.
- Campus Store Tour: “Encore”
Saturday, February 23, 1:00-5:30 p.m.
- Xtreme! Lite: Kansas City
Tuesday, February 26, 3:30-6:30 p.m
These programs each have a separate registration fee and are limited to 50 participants each.
Pre-conference Workshop
Public Speaking and Presentation for Campus Connections Melody Templeton, CIO Templeton Consulting shares effective strategies to enhance your public speaking presence—using communications to build bridges, create allies, and connect on campus!
Product Spotlight Session
Learn about new products, services, and solutions during this “fast facts” session. ALL participating vendors will present and you may use remaining time to visit vendors of your choice.
Test Drives
Get a quick overview on a variety of NACS programs, services, and solutions at Test Drive sessions. These 30 minute informational sessions are held at the Opportunity Hub. Look for “Test Drive: [topic]” on the CAMEX schedule or use the search on the Session Details page.
Trade Show PowerStarts
Get up and get pumped! We’re kicking off the first day of the CAMEX Trade Show with a block of PowerStart sessions. Gain product or consumer trend information that you can use immediately on the show floor!