Market 2008 Highlights
Breakfast (7:15 A.M.)
The keynote speaker is Steven Antonakas, commissioner of Banks for the Commonwealth, who will speak on the subject of Banking, Business Regulations, and Our Economy. He will discuss the banking and mortgage issues impacting the region and the nation, and also the proliferation of banks and whether this is a good thing for business.
Microbrew Tasting (12-2 p.m.)
Attendees can sample craft beers distributed locally by Williams Distributing, including offerings from Magic Hat Brewery and the Hook and Ladder Brewery.
Business Seminars
Subjects range from new health insurance regulations to blogging; from information technology and how to use it to innovation what it is and what it means. (See the full schedule, page 20.)
Taste the Market (3-5 p.m.)
During this two-hour period, attendees can sample items from the menus of several of the regions finest restaurants. The dining establishments are sponsored by show exhibitors.
Hair Styling
Attendees can enjoy free haircuts from DiGrigoli Salons. Owner Paul DiGrigoli and his team will be styling and cutting hair throughout the day.