Welcome to the 2020 AED Summit
January 14-17 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago
If you need assistance registering, please call 800-388-0650.
Summit & CONDEX, AED's annual convention and tradeshow, is designed specifically with North America’s equipment distributors in mind. Check back often for more updates.
Schedule-at-a-Glance (as of 1/07/2020)
Day/Time |
Event |
Tuesday, January 14, 2020 |
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8:00 am - 4:00 pm |
Hospitality Suites |
10:00 am - 5:00 pm |
Registration |
12:45 pm - 2:45 pm |
Workshops and Professional Dealer Education (concurrent breakout sessions) |
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
General Session - Customer View of the Industry Future Panel |
4:15 pm - 4:45 pm |
Annual Meeting of the Membership (members only) |
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
The AED Foundation Fundraising Gala
Purchase of ticket required for entry.
sponsored by:
Gold Sponsor:
Silver Sponsor:
Corporate Ambassoador Sponsors:
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7:15 pm |
13th Annual Live Auction Presented by The AED Foundation & Ritchie Bros. |
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
After Hours Welcome Reception
sponsored by:
and
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Wednesday, January 15, 2020 |
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7:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Registration |
7:30 am - 8:30 am |
Summit Breakfast |
8:30 am - 10:00 am |
Opening General Session |
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13 Hours: An Insider's Account - Kris Paronto
sponsored by:
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10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Hospitality Suites |
10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Construction Dealer Expo (CONDEX) |
10:15 am - 1:15 pm |
Spouse/Guest Activity |
11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Public Policy Council Meeting |
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
Summit Luncheon
sponsored by:
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2:15 pm - 2:45 pm |
Workforce Development Committee Meeting |
2:45 pm - 4:00 pm |
Professional Dealer Education (concurrent breakout sessions) |
4:15 pm - 5:30 pm |
Professional Dealer Education (concurrent breakout sessions) |
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
Women in Equipment Distribution Reception |
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Summit Reception in Big Bar
sponsored by:
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Thursday, January 16, 2020 |
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6:30 am |
Fun Run/Walk 5K (with continental breakfast)
sponsored by:
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7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
Registration |
7:30 am - 8:30 am |
Summit Breakfast |
7:30 am - 8:30 am |
Manufacturers' Advisory Group Breakfast |
8:30 am - 10:00 am |
General Session |
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A "Happiness Platform" for America - Arthur Brooks
sponsored by:
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10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Hospitality Suites |
10:00 am - 2:00 pm |
Construction Dealer Expo (CONDEX) |
10:30 am - 2:30 pm |
Spouse/Guest Activity |
10:30 am - 11:30 am |
Emerging Leaders Council Meeting |
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
Summit Luncheon |
12:45 pm - 1:45 pm |
Small Dealer Committee Meeting (by invitation only) |
2:00 pm - 3:15 pm |
Professional Dealer Education (concurrent breakout sessions) |
3:30 pm - 4:45 pm |
Professional Dealer Education (concurrent breakout sessions) |
6:00 pm |
Doors Open for An Evening with Chris Christie |
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm |
Dinner & A Conversation with Chris Christie Hosted by DLL
hosted by:
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tables sponsored by:
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9:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
Closing Dessert Reception
sponsored by:
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Friday, January 17, 2020 |
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8:30 am - 9:30 am |
PAC Breakfast (by invitation only) |
SHRM Credits:
Five (5) SHRM credits will be available for Summit attendees to gain during our professional dealer education sessions. Click here to view the sessions that are available for SHRM credits (denoted by a *).
Spouse/Guest Activities:
Art Institute of Chicago Tour
Date: Wednesday, January 15
Time: 10:15 am - 1:15 pm
Price: $175 (This price is in addition to the spouse/guest fee)
The Art Institute of Chicago, founded in 1879 and located in Chicago's Grant Park, is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the United States. Recognized for its curatorial efforts and popularity among visitors, the museum hosts approximately 1.5 million people annually. Guests will enjoy a one-hour private tour around the museum, then have time to explore on their own. The tour includes transportation, admission, private tour and a $25 voucher for lunch at the Museum Café.
Lou Malnati's Cooking Class
Date: Thursday, January 16
Time: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Price: $150 (This price is in addition to the spouse/guest fee)
Lou Malnati's is as rich in history as its pizza is in flavor. Guests will arrive at Lou Malnati's Gold Coast and be directed where a personal instructor will help groups of five prepare Chicago-style deep dish pizzas. Guests will then get an exclusive sneak peek of the Lou Malnati’s kitchen. The grand reveal will come when the handmade pizza creations are served. The tour includes transportation, cooking class and instructor, delicious custom menu and beverages.
AED Cancelation Policy:
Refunds are not permitted within 14 business days of the event unless a note is received detailing a medical emergency or other similar event.