2010 Annual Meeting
Sunday, March 21 (1am) - Tuesday, March 23, 2010 (1am US/Eastern)
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
Phoenix, AZ
Schedule of Sessions and Special Events
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Sunday March 21, 2010 |
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Optional Tour - Sedona - Land of Enchantment
Sedona is a jewel in the crown of Arizona. Located just 2 hours north of Phoenix, this cultural haven is tucked into the base of some of the world’s most distinctive red rock formations. Your first stop is the Montezuma Castle National Monument – a five story, twenty room cliff dwelling that is one of the best-preserved sites in the United States. The tour presses on into Sedona – where you’ll find yourself in the midst of some of the most incredible and colorful geological structures you’ll ever see. You’ll have plenty of time to browse the shops and galleries along Sedona’s main street, plus a leisurely lunch on your own at one of the area’s best restaurants. Buses will depart from the Phoenix Sheraton main lobby. |
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Opening Reception |
Monday March 22, 2010 |
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Government Relations Breakfast
Featuring: Congressman John Shadegg (R-AZ) |
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Networking Breakfast |
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General Session
Featuring: Stephen Dubner, Co-Author of "Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything" Peter D. Hart and Frank L. Luntz, political pollsters |
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Spouse Tour 1 - Arabian Ranch Tour
Spend some time getting up close and personal with one of nature’s most magnificent creatures…the Arabian Horse! This tour brings you to one of Scottsdale’s premiere facilities for the training and breeding of Arabian horses. You will have the opportunity to learn about the history of the breed, the breeding processes, the different types of equestrian competition and the care of these majestic animals. Closed-toe shoes are recommended for this tour. A box lunch at the ranch is included. Buses will depart from the Phoenix Sheraton main lobby. |
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Spouse Tour 2 - Taliesin West – Design Studio of Frank Lloyd Wright
A listing of Frank Lloyd Wright’s greatest architectural achievements always includes his personal residence and architectural school, Taliesin West. Situated on 600 acres of the Sonoran Desert, Taliesin West is a National Historic Landmark that still serves as a living, working educational facility with an on-site architectural firm. A guided behind the scenes tour of the facility will detail how Taliesin West was literally created out of the desert by Wright and his apprentices. By gathering rocks from the desert floor and sand from the washes they built this desert masterpiece. A box lunch at Taliesin West is included. Buses will depart from the Phoenix Sheraton main lobby. |
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Technical and Issues Sessions
Issues Session (Climate, Biofuels, Outreach) Environmental Issues FCC Technology Ensuring Safe Operations Workforce Issues Climate Change Impacts |
Tuesday March 23, 2010 |
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Industry Leadership Breakfast
Featuring: Claiborne P. Deming, Executive Director and Chairman of Executive Committee, Murphy Oil Corporation |
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Management, Technical and Issues Sessions
Strategic Refining Issues Flare Operations Hydrogen & Hydrocracking Gasoline Processes Distillate Hydrotreating |
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Annual Luncheon
Featuring: Mike Huckabee, Former Arkansas governor, and Fox News Channel host |
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Technical Sessions
2nd Generation Biofuels Resid Conversion Technologies Hydrotreating Catalysis FCC Operations & Catalysis Energy Reduction Technologies |
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Closing Event - Round-Up at Rustler’s Rooste
Starry night, live music, gut-splitting laughter…what better way to cap off the Annual Meeting? The highlight of the evening is a performance by the highly acclaimed and very talented Capitol Steps. This political satire group from Washington, D.C. is on loan for this evening only to entertain NPRA attendees and guests with their recount of political follies from 2009! This private performance is taking place at a local favorite – Rustler’s Rooste. Positioned high above the city – this venue offers spectacular views and down home cooking. Be sure to reserve your spot at this one-of-a-kind event. Price includes dinner, entertainment and transportation. |