DRBF Annual meeting

The Dispute Resolution Board Foundation (DRBF) is the premier organization for the promotion of successful dispute resolution through the use of Dispute Review Boards (DRBs).  The foundation is hosting the DRBF 10th Annual Meeting and Conference October 7-8, 2006 in Orlando, Florida.  The program includes guest speakers from owner organizations, government agencies, academia and DRB practitioners, all who bring their experience and analysis to the implementation of successful DRBs.  Attendees will learn:

• The results of a study into proven cost savings from the owner’s perspective
• Major state Department of Transportation agencies’ experience from the owner’s perspective and the practitioners who serve on their DRBs
• Ethics in the DRB process
• Overviews of regional programs and a major multi-national, multi-contract project
• The workings of a mock hearing and suggestions for being appointed to a DRB, preparing position papers and presentations, and setting up a DRB and preparing reports

The conference program is packed with useful information and expertise from some of the top DRB practitioners in the U.S. and around the world.  As a bonus, there will be extensive networking opportunities during cocktails and the Awards Dinner Saturday night, and the optional “NASA Up Close” tour at Kennedy Space Center.  And, to make the most of the trip, consider attending one of the DRBF training courses being held Thursday, Oct. 5 and Friday, Oct. 6.

The complete agenda and registration forms for the conference and training programs are available online at the DRBF’s website, www.drb.org, or by contacting the DRBF toll free at 888-523-5208 or 206-878-3336 (outside the US).