Welcome to CSPA’s 96th Annual Meeting December 6-10, 2009, at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale.

“A Decade of Excellence” will be this year’s meeting theme, showcasing the consumer specialty products industry‘s achievements through the first decade of this century, such as new ways of doing business, managing issues, embracing electronic communications.  You will also have many opportunities to become involved, gain an insider’s knowledge about how the Association works and become conversant with the issues that have a significant impact on the industry and the company bottom line.

As a business investment, the Annual Meeting offers top value.  These days will bring together industry experts for Division and special programs; regulatory, legislative and technical sessions that will explore complex industry issues in depth, and rewarding hours of networking in a relaxed business venue.

The Marriott Harbor Beach Resort, headquarters for the convention, offers the perfect place to conduct business with current customers, connect with potential customers, and take advantage of educational opportunities for professional development.    

Member registration fees for the Annual Meeting are $885.00 before November 13, 2009, and $935.00 thereafter.  Spouse registrations are $260.00 and will include gift certificates to the Resort’s renowned spa. A block of rooms at the Resort has been reserved for CSPA at special group rates of $219.00 - $239.00 - $249.00.   Click on the Hotel and Transportation tab at the top of the screen for online reservations or call the Resort directly at 954-525-4000.  Be sure to mention CSPA.