Special Events
2008 DIFFA/Chicago Gala
Saturday, June 7
Cocktails: 6:30–8 p.m.
Dinner: 8 p.m.
Dancing: until 1 a.m.!
McCormick Place
Skyline Ballroom
DuPont Corian presents the 20th anniversary of the Diffa/Chicago Gala. The theme, XX Black to Basics, highlights the past 20 years of DIFFA's commitment to fighting AIDS. Step into an avantgarde world where black is the only color. Who do you know to get in?
COOL 2008, IIDA Black Tie Celebration
Sunday, June 8, 7:30–11:30 p.m.
Westin Chicago: River North
The glamorous party everyone raves about! This annual gala brings together designers and manufacturers for one spectacular evening in celebration of design. Winners from IIDA's 35th Annual Interior Design Competition and 16th Annual Will Ching Design Competition will be honored in a presentation of the best projects of the year. For ticket or sponsorship information, contact kgranger@iida.org.
The Walkstation Exhibits
Check out the Walkstation Exhibits at NeoCon® which will be located on the 1st floor of The Merchandise Mart. At a maximum speed of 2 mph, the Walkstation lets you walk comfortably, burn calories, feel healthier and more energized ... all while accomplishing the work you'd normally do while seated. No sweat!
Learn how simple movement is beneficial and the impact on health when incorporating the Walkstation into an otherwise sedentary workday.
Canstruction Exhibit—Benefiting the Greater Chicago Food Depository
1st Floor, West Mart Center
Sponsor: AIA Chicago, SEA01 and SMPS
A national competition and unique exhibit involving the Chicago Design Community will be featured at NeoCon! Various teams representing local architects, engineers, and contractors will be given 6 weeks to design and 12 hours to build gigantic, innovative structures made entirely from cans of food. Come check out the finished exhibits which all support a great cause – fighting hunger in the City of Chicago. You’ll be amazed at the finished exhibits! Canstruction® is trademarked under the auspices of the Society for Design Administration. Sponsored by AIA Chicago, SEAOI, and SMPS.
Surviving NeoCon: Plan Your Success [SE2]
Monday, June 9 •
9:30–10:30 a.m. • FREE
Space is limited. Register at
neocon.com to reserve your seat.
If this is your first visit to NeoCon,
spend an hour learning the best
ways to navigate one of the world's
largest tradeshows. You've heard
about the crowds, the famous elevators and the
enormity of the show. Master the domain of The
Merchandise Mart the right way—right from the
start! A must-attend program for first-time attendees
or those returning to NeoCon.
Speaker: Kay Sargent, IIDA, CID, LEED AP,
senior project manager—IA Interior Architects,
Washington, DC.
i4design Magazine's On The Rise
Market Suites, 8th Floor, Suite 7-1121
The city of Chicago is fast becoming a hot bed of groundbreaking design and innovation and i4design magazine has been there seeking out the most current thought-provoking projects and individuals in residential, commercial and industrial design. Now for the first time, i4design magazine presents On The Rise—featuring the most interesting and innovative ground-breaking residential and commercial buildings that are now changing the shape of Chicago's skyline.
—40 Years in the Making!
Market Suites, 8th Floor, Suite 8-1129
Come and celebrate 40 years of acclaimed success with Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates (TVS). The firm is showcasing their current international work along with a retrospective of some of their most recognizable projects from years past. TVS is a leading international planning, architecture and interior design practice with offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Shanghai and Dubai. TVS is recognized for award-winning designs in the retail, office, education, interiors, entertainment and hospitality and convention center markets (8th Floor, #1129).
Internet Lounge
Market Suites, 7th Floor, Suite 7-3014
FMLink is proud to present the FMLink Internet Lounge, a conveniently located oasis for you to sit and check your e-mail or access your favorite Web site through a high-speed wireless connection. Enjoy comfortable furnishings from companies participating at NeoCon® 2008. FMLink is a comprehensive online publication for facilities managers, with a wealth of more than 10,000 pages of content accessed through www.fmlink.com.
Showroom Parties
Monday, June 9 • 5–7 p.m.
Floors 3,10 and 11
The momentum of NeoCon® will be in full swing on Monday night! Don't miss out on all the action. Showroom-hop on floors 3, 10 and 11 to see fabulous products, network and wine and dine with all your colleagues and friends from the industry in select showrooms. Look for more information on Showroom Open Houses on the Web site in the coming weeks at neocon.com.
Concealite
Market Suites, 7th Floor, 7-1093
Stop by our booth from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, June 9 or Tuesday, June 10 and enjoy a freshly made order, espresso, cappuccino, fruit smoothie or Frappuccino while you review the latest emergency lighting, exits and fire alarms designed specifically for the architect and interior designer.
JSI
Market Suites, 8th Floor, 8-2008
Stop by on Monday, June 9 for the JSI customer appreciation cocktail party from 3-5 p.m.
OSI Furniture
3rd Floor, Suite 355
You’re invited to a cocktail party to introduce Olivia Greets, Monday, June 9, 6–8 p.m.—co-hosted by Marrick Ventures and OSI Furniture
The New Patcraft & Designweave
Market Suites, 8th Floor, 8-3094
We are hosting a cocktail party Monday and Tuesday in our booth space from 3–4:30 p.m.
Tayco
10th Floor, Suite 1086
Each year, Tayco brings Chicago’s incredible blues science directory to our showroom on the 10th floor. Come join us at 4 p.m. on Monday June 9 for a wine & cheese party featuring the soulful sound of local Chicago Band, Jo Jo & The Blues Train.
3rd Annual Create For A Cure
Presented by Business Office
Systems and OFS
Chicago's prominent architectural
and design firms will
again create children's table
sets that will be auctioned off
to benefit Children's Memorial
Hospital. Model tables will be
on display during NeoCon
on the 2nd floor. For online bidding information, visit
cfc-chicago.org. The online auction will take place in
September 2008.
Defining style, color and service for more than 25 years, Bentley Prince Street manufactures award-winning broadloom and carpet tile products for all commercial interiors. Check out our products, which have achieved Sustainable Choice Gold certification from Scientific Certification Systems (SCS), in the Center East Elevators during NeoCon and in our showroom, Suite 1060.
Harrington College of Design Open House Tour and Presentation
Tuesday, June 10 • 2–4 p.m.
200 W. Madison Street
Visit Harrington College of Design, "Chicago's
Design School," and home of the world's largest
interior design program. Tour the approximately
95,000-square-foot learning laboratory where
instructors will discuss emerging trends in design and
technology. View work from the next generation
of design professionals in interior design, digital
photography and communication design.
Refreshments and shuttle provided. R.S.V.P. at
rsvp@interiordesign.edu or 312-697-8057.
ASCTEX: Architectural Stone & Ceramic Tile Exposition
Chicago: Taste of the Town
Looking for a great restaurant
during your stay in Chicago? From
the hippest new hot-spot, to the
classic, old-world eateries, to a
quick lunch meeting locale—check
out the annual restaurant guide
by METROPOLIS, Chicago: Taste
of the Town. NEW this year is a
special section on bars for that
after-tradeshow drink or a late night in the city. Since
1998, the pocket guide has been an essential tool to
help NeoCon attendees navigate the Chicago restaurant
scene. Pick up your copy at NeoCon or visit
metropolismag.com/taste.
"Meet & Greet" President's Day
Wednesday, June 11 • 10 a.m.–Noon
Take advantage of the last day of NeoCon and a final
opportunity to network with the industry leaders of
commercial furnishing companies. On Wednesday,
showrooms and booths will be host to the presidents
of top manufacturers who will share their expertise
and insight with attendees and guests who visit the
showrooms and booths. This is an opportune time to
connect with specific companies you are exploring for
upcoming projects.
Click here for a list of presidents who will be attending.
BIFMA International's Annual Membership Meeting
Wednesday, June 11 •
7:15–9 a.m.
Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
Sauganash Ballroom, 14th Floor
By Invitation
Members of the Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA International) and invited guests are encouraged to attend this year's breakfast meeting to hear BIFMA's annual state-ofthe- industry and state-of-the-association reports. For more information, contact BIFMA at (616) 285-3963.
Thirteenth Annual Innovations Awards Program
Tuesday, June 10 • 4 p.m.
Market Suites, 8th Floor, Suite 8-9130A
This awards program honors products and services based on how well they solve facilities' challenges in commercial, institutional and industrial markets. Finalists and winners will be recognized during NeoCon. For details, contact Linda Monroe at (800) 553-8878 ext. 2215. Solicitation e-mails/PDF link to exhibitors will begin March, 2008. Deadline for entries is May 1, 2008.
2008 OFDA Dealers' Choice Awards
Monday, June 9
Market Suites, 7th Floor, Suite 7-9034
Office Furniture Dealers Alliance (OFDA) will announce the annual Dealers' Choice Award winners. The winning office furniture manufacturers are determined by the results of the association's 2008 OFDA Dealer Manufacturer Satisfaction Index Survey dealer poll. Visit OFDA's for a list of winning manufacturers.
Student Project Display
The Merchandise Mart, 10th-Floor West Corridor
View the future of interior design from the next
generation of designers from six local schools.
Projects include innovative environments from
commercial to residential, hospitality to retail from
the following:
Stephen Viscusi—Come Find Out What You Are Worth
Monday–Wednesday, June 9–11 •
8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Market Suites, 7th Floor, Suite 7-1113
Stephen Viscusi is the author of the best-selling book, "On the Job: How to Make it in the Real World of Work." (Random House) Viscusi started his career at Haworth in New York City. His clients include: Knoll, Holly Hunt, Steelcase, Waterworks, 3-Form, Vitra, Donghia, Teknion, etc. If you are an employer, come ask questions such as how to hire and fire employees, or what you should be paying your employees. If you are an employee, come meet him, and ask how to get a raise or find out what you are worth.
USGBC Member Circle Event
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As a complement to the NeoCon World’s Trade Fair 2008, USGBC national and chapter members are invited to join us for cocktails, networking and idea sharing at our next Member Circle event. A special thanks to Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) for donating their space for this event. The firm is attempting to achieve LEED Silver certification under the LEED for Commercial Interiors Rating System for the renovation of their 9th and 10th floor office space and tours will be made available to all attendees.
Not a member? Join today in order to attend this exclusive event!
We hope you will be able to join us!
RSVP Today! Limited Space Available!
memberevents@usgbc.org
Please send the contact name, company name and e-mail address of all attendees to memberevents@usgbc.org.
Sponsored by Interior Design Magazine
United By Design
IIDA Government Forum at NeoCon 08 (0.4 CEU)
IIDA and Tandus invite design professionals who work with public-sector clients to the 2008 Government Forum.
This year's Government Forum featured Keynote Speaker is Yves Behar.
Yves is the founder of fuseproject, an integrated design agency dedicated to the development of the emotional experience of brands through story-telling. The diverse experience and mediums practiced by the fuseproject design teams span products, environments, graphics, packaging, apparel and strategy. Behar's designs and creative positioning is contributing to areas as diverse as technology, furniture, sports, lifestyle and fashion, for clients such as Herman Miller, MINI, Nike, Cassina, Microsoft, Johnson and Johnson, Swarovski, Birkenstock, Toshiba, Sony, One Laptop Per Child, Target and Coca Cola.
Registrations are now accepted. For further information, please see the registration form or contact Ely Padilla at epadilla@iida.org.
