Special Events

OPENING NIGHT EVENT
(TICKET REQUIRED)
TUESDAY, JULY 8,
6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Presented in Partnership with the Tennessee Auctioneers Association
At NAA's Opening Night Event, THE STAGE IS SET for an amazing opportunity for attendees to see a private concert in Nashville's historical Ryman Auditorium with one of country music's beloved bands, Diamond Rio.

OPENING SESSION KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Scott Waddle
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Presented in Partnership with the National Auctioneers Foundation
Against the advice of his lawyer ... against the direction of the Navy ... Scott Waddle followed his conscience. When the U.S. nuclear submarine collided with a Japanese fishing boat in February 2001, the story made international headlines. Navy Commander Scott Waddle, captain of the USS Greeneville, was at the center of the controversy.

Unlike many other leaders in the public eye who have denied or made excuses for their behavior, Waddle stood boldly and took complete responsibility for his actions. The support of his family and his steadfast faith in God strengthened him through his horrible ordeal. And his deep remorse compelled him to offer a sincere apology to the victims' families. Waddle's pursuit of integrity against all odds provides an inspiring challenge to anyone facing difficult choices in life.

2008 GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP
MONDAY, JULY 7
6:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
THE STAGE IS SET FOR YOU at Nashville's Hermitage Golf Course. Enjoy a "stroll through nature" on the President's Reserve Course with 300 acres of natural wetlands along two mile of the umberland River. Given a Four Star rating by Golf Digest and named as one of "America's Top Golf Courses" by ESPN, Hermitage offers a perfect blend of scenery and impeccable course conditions certain to satisfy players of all levels. Submit all entries on Conference Registration Form E by June 5, 2008.

IRC / NAF BENEFIT AUCTION
(ticket required)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9
5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Starting with a sit-down dinner, the evening will transition from the IRC contest to the NAF Benefit Auction. To support the National Auctioneers Foundation (NAF), we encourage all conference and show attendees to donate an auction item to the International Ringman Championship.

All proceeds from the event go directly to the NAF. A succinct amount of time will be available for the select few who still enjoy selling their own auction item during the benefit auction portion of the evening.

WOMEN AUCTIONEERS FELLOWSHIP AND DINNER
(ticket required)
THURSDAY, JULY 10
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Join talented women Auctioneers for dinner and camaraderie. Tickets to this event are not a part of any registration package and must be purchased separately.

IAC BUFFET
(ticket required)
FRIDAY, JULY 11
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Between the Interview and the Final Bid-Calling portions of the IAC, enjoy dinner with friends and colleagues.

PRESIDENT'S GALA
(ticket required)
SATURDAY, JULY 12
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Honor NAA's incoming president, the NAA Auxiliary president and recognize new inductees into the Auctioneer Hall of Fame.

NAF HALL OF FAME/DIAMOND GAVEL HONOREE RECEPTION
SATURDAY, JULY 12
9:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Presented in Partnership with J.L. Todd Auction Company
All conference attendees are welcome to attend this reception to honor the NAA Hall of Fame inductees and the Diamond Gavel pin recipients. No ticket is required.