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The International Foundation for Cultural Property Protection (IFCPP) proudly announces its 8th Annual Conference, Seminar, Exhibits & Certification Program...and…we're back to the Hearst Castle! We said last time was hard to beat...but we're going to try anyway, with all new programs, some exciting new concepts, a great certification program, and much more. Protecting People, Places, and Things - The "HOW TO" Conference Where: Hearst Castle, San Simeon, California When: October 3-6, 2006 Our friends at the Castle welcome us on October 3 for our traditional welcome reception, with general sessions and certification course work beginning on the 4th, and meeting wrap-up on the 6th, leaving our participants with a weekend full of free time or organized activities and excursions. This is the "HOW TO" conference, with programs geared towards YOU, our members, supporters, advisors, and attendees. While General Sessions will cover all new subject matter, we're going to emphasize the basics in guard force management, customer relations, IT security, construction security, human resource management, and loss prevention. A professional panel of directors, registrars, curators, and facility managers will discuss how to close the gap in administrative relationships. Extended workshops on self-defense and basic protection strategies will also be offered. All new, and open to attendees, spouses, and others...a special workshop on Handwriting Analysis from one of the best...Graphology 101 for screening, investigations, and just plain fun. If you haven't attended an IFCPP gathering in the past, we hope you'll talk to someone who has. You just can't find a better opportunity for networking, professional education sessions, the only available source for professional certification...and the magnificent surroundings of San Simeon, CA, not to mention the world-renowned Hearst Castle. Side trips will include visits to local vineyards, a nearby seal beach, and much more. Don't wait until the seats are gone...this one WILL fill up, space is limited. IFCPP CERTIFICATION: October 4-6: The conference registration fees listed above cover all course work for completion of the CIPM and CIPS programs. Qualification Statements and other materials will be mailed prior to the conference. CIPM Courses include: Emergency Management Planning, Business Continuity Planning, Fire Protection, Preventing Workplace Violence, Emergency Response Coordination, Personnel Hiring/Management Issues, Protecting Collections, Legal Considerations, Homeland Security, Officer Training and Physical Security. CIPS Courses include: Officer Ethics/Code of Conduct, Patrolling, Emergency Medical Response, Emergency Building Evacuation, Customer Service/Guest Relations, Legal Restrictions, Fire Protection, Conflict Resolution, Self-Defense and more. GENERAL SESSIONS & SPECIAL WORKSHOPS: October 4-6. Preliminary topics include: Selecting Contract Security, Screening Staff & Volunteers, Preventing Employee Theft, Preventing Workplace Violence, Ejecting Unruly Patrons, Selecting System Vendors, Working with Contractors, Getting Staff Involved with Security, Protecting from Cyber Intruders, Improving Customer/Visitor Relations, Improving Staff Relations, and more. At least two whole segments will be devoted to HR issues and Facility Management Issues. Additional sessions will address protection from the curatorial and registrar's perspective. LODGING INFORMATION Best Western Cavalier Oceanfront Resort: IFCPP has negotiated a special discounted group rate at the Cavalier Oceanfront Resort (the hotel closest to the Hearst Castle). Please book your room directly by calling Cavalier reservations department at 1-800-826-8168. Attendees must identify themselves as part of the “IFCPP 2006” Conference Group to receive the group rates listed above. The established cut‑off date is September 1, 2006 for guest room accommodations. Please book now, space is limited. ROOM RATES: 1) Government Employees - $84 for a traditional room (must present identification to
2) Oceanview Rooms (“Kings Row”) - $139. All rooms have one king bed with a fireplace. 3) Deluxe Oceanfront Rooms - $199 Note: Occupancy tax is currently 9%. A limited number of rooms available in each category. The Group rates shall apply to Group guests three (3) days prior to and subsequent to Group’s event, subject to hotel availability. Best Western Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
250 San Simeon Ave
San Simeon, CA 93452
800-826-8168
www.cavalierresort.com
RENTAL CARS & GROUND TRANSPORTATIONHertz Discount with IFCPP Member CDP #123473 and conference discount PC #982026. Call 1-800-654-2200 for special convention and member rates. The closest airport to San Simeon and the Hearst Caslte is San Luis Obispo (about 45 minutes away). San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and L.A. area airports are 3-4 hours from San Simeon.
CONVENTION & VISITOR’S BUREAU
Lot’s of great information about the Hearst Castle, nearby wine tasting, San Simeon, Cambria, Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, parks, cultural attractions, events, dining, beaches, shopping, golf, and dozens of other attractions… For a free destination guide by mail or e-mail, go to: http://www.sanluisobispocounty.com/guideform/index.cfm
2007 CONFERENCE We're also pleased to announce that the 2007 Annual Conference will be held in Winston-Salem, North Carolina October 14-17, hosted by the Reynolda House, Museum of American Art. We are very excited about this unique opportunity to explore a new and outstanding cultural community. Additional details will be announced soon.
2006 REGIONAL WORKSHOPS Additional 2006 certification opportunities include:
303-322-9667/800-257-6717
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