NCTOH Registration is Currently Available

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Registration for the 2012 NCTOH is currently available.

Visit the conference website for complete details.

www.TobaccoControlConference.org

Preliminary program is now available!

We're pleased to announce that the NCTOH

preliminary program is now available!

 

NCTOH 2012 Preliminary Program

Curious about what kind of learning, skills building and networking opportunities will be offered at the 2012 National Conference on Tobacco or Health? We’re excited to announce that the preliminary program is now available! Hundreds of prominent leaders in tobacco control will be engaging attendees through a number of lectures, panels, workshops and poster sessions focusing on the following program areas:

1. Cessation
2. Communications and Media
3. Evaluation and Surveillance
4. Increasing Diversity/Eliminating Disparities
5. Legal Issues
6. Nicotine and the Science of Addiction
7. Non-Cigarette Tobacco and Nicotine Products
8. Tobacco Regulation NEW!
9. Tobacco Control Movement – Skills Building
10. Tobacco Control Policies
11. Tobacco Industry
12. Youth

Tobacco Control has encountered substantial changes including both successes and challenges since the last NCTOH and since President Obama signed the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act into law, both over three years ago. Join us for the 2012 conference and prosper from the experience and knowledge that our speakers bring. Easily search the preliminary program by key word and/or speaker name to get a better idea of what we’ll be offering – and make sure to check back regularly for updates!

Don’t miss the screening of Addiction Incorporated! The true story of research scientist Victor DeNoble and his experience with a major tobacco company. If you think you know everything there is to know about cigarettes and nicotine, this film will startle you with its vital, previously undisclosed information. The movie includes interviews with a number of tobacco control leaders and NCTOH speakers including Greg Connolly, Clifford Douglas, Matt Myers, Mitch Zeller and others. Following the screening there will be a discussion and Q&A period with Victor DeNoble; Charlie Evans; and director and executive producer Charmaine Parcero; moderated by Mitch Zeller. Join us for popcorn, soda, light snacks and a great networking opportunity!

Haven't registered to attend yet? Visit http://www.tobaccocontrolconference.org/ and get started today!

Sign up to volunteer at the NCTOH! 

Sign up to volunteer your time during the 2012 National Conference on Tobacco or Health. With nearly 3,000 expected participants, conference planners need extra support with: Stuffing conference bags Assisting registration areas Welcoming guests Providing directional information Monitoring rooms
Agree to help and earn perks. For your service, all volunteers will receive a unique volunteer t-shirt as well as discount on conference attendance.* To get started, click here and register to help out no later than June 29th! *For complete information, contact Teowonna Clifton at tclifton@desainc.com.

Register to exhibit at the 2012 NCTOH today!

Did you know that as an NCTOH exhibitor you get one full conference registration and two exhibit hall-only passes? Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the largest tobacco control event in the nation! Taking place in SMOKE FREE Kansas City, Missouri, this event provides you with access to nearly 3,500 tobacco control leaders, researchers, advisors, advocates, professionals, educators, representatives and more!

Choose to exhibit at this conference and you will:

• Boost your organization’s image and increase your visibility at the largest tobacco control event in the nation
• Educate your target audience
• Establish and enhance your customer/constituent base
• Meet your target audience face-to-face
• Network with other like-minded organizations
• Introduce and demonstrate your products or services directly to your target audience
• Improve your marketing effectiveness
• Gain exposure to decision makers in national, state and local programs

NEW this year! Participants have the ability to view our interactive floorplan to see what organizations have signed up to exhibit, and if they want, view company profile information on them.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! Check out our exhibitor brochure, and then register as an ‘Exhibitor’ at http://www.tobaccocontrolconference.org/ today!

Check out our new micro-site!

Planning your trip to Kansas City?
Check out our new micro-site! 

The 2012 NCTOH is only two and a half months away, and we’re getting pretty excited to host a great conference in a great city! We’re also happy to announce the launch of our conference micro-site. Specifically built to help you with your Kansas City visit, this site offers comprehensive information on attractions, special events, local restaurants, unique shopping options, participant discounts and so much more!

Click on the picture below to check out the site today!

http://visitkc.com/tobaccocontrolconferenceorg-/index.aspx

Don’t forget! If you haven’t booked your travel yet, use the special discounted rates on airfare and rental cars that were secured by our conference planners. Check our blog out to review the deals.

If you still haven’t registered for the conference, visit http://www.tobaccocontrolconference.org/ today!

Discounted Airfare & Rental Car Rates Available!

Looking to minimize your travel budget for the upcoming NCTOH? No problem – we’ve negotiated discounted travel airfare to and from the Kansas City International Airport (KCI) for all NCTOH participants. When booking your tickets, make sure to check these deals out:

> > Delta Airlines
Valid Travel Dates: August 10 – 20, 2012
When booking online at http://www.delta.com/, select the ‘Meeting Event Code’ option and enter the ‘Meeting ID’ discount code NM9BY before searching for flight options. To make reservations by phone, call Delta Airlines directly at (800) 328-1111 and make sure to mention the same code.

> > American Airlines Valid Travel Dates: August 7 – 22, 2012
When booking online at http://www.aa.com/, enter the ‘Promotion Code’ 2282BE before searching for flight options. To make reservations by phone, call American Airlines directly at (800) 433-1790 and make sure to mention the same code.

Additionally, we've secured discounted rates on rental cars!

> > HertzValid Pick-Up Dates: August 5 – 24, 2012
When booking online at http://www.hertz.com/, select the ‘I Have a Discount’ box and enter the ‘Convention Number (CV)’ 022L3456 before searching for options. To make reservations by phone, call Hertz directly at (800) 654-2240 and make sure to mention the same code.

Kansas City International Airport (KCI) is located approximately 18 miles from the event’s host hotels. For additional information on ground transportation options, including other rental car options, shuttles and taxis, visit http://www.tobaccocontrolconference.org/ and click on the “Transportation” tab. 

NCTOH Organizers Looking For Video Shoot Participants

NCTOH Organizers Need You!

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Between 9:00am – 1:30pm & 5:00pm – 7:00pm

What is the NCTOH? The National Conference on Tobacco or Health (NCTOH) convenes national and regional public health leaders to strategize, learn about and implement best practices and policies to reduce tobacco use—the leading preventable cause of disease and death in the United States.

Why do we need your help? NCTOH organizers are currently in the process of developing video clips to help promote attendance for the 2012 event, and would like to capture a diverse group of folks’ perspectives on the conference, tobacco control, and Kansas City. The clips will be posted on the NCTOH Website and other social media platforms! Organizers are looking for a variety of people to help, including:

• Public Health Specialists
• Doctors and Nurses
• Ex-Smokers
• Past Conference Participants
• First Time Conference Participants
• Tobacco Control Advocates
• Health Professors and Students
• Kansas City Natives
• Youth Groups and Youth Advocates
• Tobacco Control Program Staff

Specifically, NCTOH organizers will be in Kansas City, MO on Thursday, January 26^th. They will be shooting video between 9:00am – 1:30pm and again from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. If you’d like to participate, and possibly be in one of the final movie clips, then mark your calendars for this date!

What exactly will happen? Your total time commitment will be approximately 30 minutes on-site. Once you arrive at the shoot, NCTOH staff members will prep you for the camera, and then ask you a few general questions, depending on your background and experience. Some examples include:

• Describe your favorite NCTOH memory.
• What do you love about the NCTOH?
• Why are you looking forward to attending the 2012 NCTOH?
• Give the top reason you’re an advocate for tobacco control.
• What’s your favorite place to eat in the Power and Light District?
• Why is Kansas City a great place to visit?
• What are the “must dos” when traveling to Kansas City?

Yes, I want to help! What do I do now? Send an email to mmoshinskie@desainc.com stating that you’re willing to participate in the NCTOH video shoot on January 26^th and which shift (AM or PM) you’d prefer. We’ll reply with exact information on where the shoot will be (Kansas City metro area), what time you need to be there and a listing of questions to prepare for.

Exhibitor Registration Now Open – Early Bird Rate Extended

Registration for exhibit space is now open! Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the largest tobacco control event in the nation! Taking place in SMOKE FREE Kansas City, Missouri, this event provides you with access to nearly 3,500 tobacco control leaders, researchers, advisors, advocates, professionals, educators, representatives and more!

Additionally, the early bird discount has been extended! Send your contract and full payment by January 30, 2012, and take a 10% discount off your booth space!

Choose to exhibit at this conference and you will:

• Boost your organization’s image and increase your visibility at the largest tobacco control event in the nation
• Educate your target audience
• Establish and enhance your customer/constituent base
• Meet your target audience face-to-face
• Network with other like-minded organizations
• Introduce and demonstrate your products or services directly to your target audience
• Improve your marketing effectiveness
• Gain exposure to decision makers in national, state and local program

NEW this year! Participants have the ability to view our interactive floorplan to see what organizations have signed up to exhibit, and if they want, view company profile information on them.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! Check out our exhibitor brochure, and then register as an 'Exhibitor' at www.TobaccoControlConference.org today!