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Special Events
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Opening Mega Session with
Jeremy Gutsche, MBA, CFA
Sponsored by Nebraska Book Company
Author of Exploiting Chaos: 150 Ways to Spark Innovation During Times of Change and Founder of TrendHunter.com
Fri., Feb. 22 | 9:45-11:15 a.m.
KCCC Grand Ballroom
Jeremy Gutsche is an innovation expert whose site, TrendHunter.com, has turned into a global research and media venture. Prior to TrendHunter.com, Jeremy was one of Capital One's youngest business directors, leading his team to grow, through innovation, a $1 billion product portfolio.
Sharing his unique perspective on how to unleash innovation within a business context, Jeremy presents his ideas on trendspotting and how to determine emergent trends—critical information and skills that can help us succeed as campus retailers. |
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Mega Session with
“Chef Jeff” Henderson
Author of Cooked: My Journey from the Streets to the Stove and Executive Chef of Café Bellagio
Fri., Feb. 22 | 4:00-5:00 p.m.
KCCC Grand Ballroom
Henderson grew up on the tough streets of Central LA and San Diego. Arrested as a young man, he was determined to achieve his culinary dreams. Recognized for his work with both kids and adults, Chef Jeff has been seen on Oprah—who praised his many accomplishments—as well as the Today Show, Food Network, and Good Morning America.
Revealing his personal message on overcoming obstacles, believing in oneself, and maintaining a passion for achievement, Chef Jeff presents how to use the power of potential to overcome the barriers standing in the way of true success. This motivational content can help us as campus retailers seek our own power of potential in a changing marketplace.
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CAMEX Opening Reception
Brought to You by Boxercraft
Fri., Feb. 22 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
KCCC Grand Ballroom
Join us for a Taste of Kansas City featuring savory BBQ. Enjoy the company of friends, good food, drink, and convenient locale as we applaud the grand opening of the 90th CAMEX. There'll be networking, vendor giveaways, contests, and prizes. Celebrate and renew friendships!
Pick up your FREE flannel pants from Boxercraft!
CAP SWAP—Bring a school hat to swap! Cap Swap Sponsored by Top of the World
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Mega Session with Susan Cain
Author of Quiet, The Power of Introverts
in a World that Can't Stop Talking
Sat., Feb. 23 | 9:45-11:30 a.m.
KCCC Grand Ballroom
New York Times best-selling author Susan Cain speaks about the value of introverts’ quiet reflection and introspection to idea generation and other organizational leadership activities. She encourages everyone to take more time in finding and visiting their quiet place for independent thought and reflection.
Susan’s concepts can be applied to our industry as we learn to realize the importance of quiet reflection in leading campus stores and how it can benefit collegiate retailing in today’s environment.
NACS 2013-14 Board of Trustees Installation will be held during Saturday's Mega Session so all can share in this honorary celebration.
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The College Store Magazine's 18th Annual Fashion Show Sponsored by My U and Miss Fanatic
Sat., Feb. 23 | 4:00-5:15 p.m. | KCCC Grand Ballroom
Get ready for fall! See what’s hot in campus fashion. From the catwalk to your campus—view top trends in a showcase of collegiate style during our annual runway event. NACS Volunteers enter through the VIP entrance for special seating and swag bag.
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CAMEX Closing Reception Brought to You by National Student Day
Mon., Feb. 25 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | KCCC Grand Ballroom
Enjoy drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and dueling pianos while you celebrate the closing of another CAMEX with friends and colleagues. Howl at the Moon's Piano Show To Go will be taking song requests—so come with your favorite song in mind. For those wanting to party from a distance, cozy corners for conversation will be setup in the foyers.
While at the CAMEX Closing Reception, be sure to experience our mock National Student Day celebration exhibit. You'll come away with a host of ideas and activities you can easily implement on your own campus—plus the opportunity to win valuable prizes.
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