2008
FRANCHISEE CONVENTION
Bally's Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada
May 13-15, 2008
If you had fun in Vegas in 2007, you'll have even MORE fun this year! Bring your entire staff to Las Vegas in May for the Long John Silver's Franchisee Association's convention, taking place at the fun and exciting Bally's Hotel and Casino. This is a great opportunity for you to enjoy not only Bally's/Paris and the convention activities, but all the fun that Las Vegas has to offer!
Hotel
Information
Bally's is located right on the famous Las Vegas Strip, near all of the attractions that Vegas has to offer. Their North Tower guest rooms have been completely renovated and if you haven't been to Bally's lately, you will be pleased and surprised at the nice rooms awaiting you. You’ll enjoy art deco style accommodations with plush upholstery, light woods and spacious, upgraded marble bathrooms.
Call (800) 634-3434 and choose Option 1 for room reservations. Be sure to identify yourself as an attendee to the Long John Silver’s Franchisee Convention or use group code SBLJS8 to receive the negotiated rate of $149 per night. If requested, the hotel will send you written confirmation. If the hotel tells you the block is closed, please tell them you understand that the rate is still available for the evenings of May 11th thru 15th.
Agenda
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7:00 am – 2:00 pm |
LJS Golf Tournament at Paiute Golf Resort Sun Valley Course |
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8:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
Exhibitor Registration and Set-up |
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12:00 noon – 7:00 pm |
Attendee Registration |
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4:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
Exhibits Open |
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6:30 pm – 9:00 pm |
Welcome Reception and Charity Auction to benefit Leukemia and Lymphoma Society |
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Wednesday, May 14, 2008 |
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7:15 am – 8:00 am |
Breakfast |
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8:15 am – 12:15 pm |
General Session featuring Keynote Speaker Jack Lannom |
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12:30 pm – 2:30 pm 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm |
Lunch in the Exhibit Hall – Exhibits Open Franchisee-Only Business Session |
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Evening on Own |
Enjoy Las Vegas!! |
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Thursday, May 15, 2008 |
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Breakfast on own |
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8:30 am – 10:00 am |
Breakout Sessions (see descriptions below) |
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10:30 am – 12:30 pm |
LJS Corporate Workshops |
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12:30 pm – 2:00 pm |
Lunch in Exhibit Hall – Exhibits Open |
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2:15 pm – 4:15 pm |
LJS Corporate Workshops |
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6:30 pm – 7:00 pm |
Cocktail Reception |
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7:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
Gala Dinner featuring entertainer Mac King |
Registration
On-line pre-registration has closed. You will need to register on site at Bally's on Tuesday, May 13th.
Exhibit Hall
5-1/2 hours of the convention have been dedicated to visiting with the exhibitors. Please make the most of your time by visiting each and every one of them - without their support this convention would not be possible. Exhibitors, please click here for more information about participating in the show.
Golf Tournament
On Tuesday, May 13th, the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort will again host the LJS convention best-ball shotgun start golf tournament. This year the tournament will take place on its Sun Mountain course. Shining at 7,112 total yards, is the tamest of the Paiute's courses but the holes are every bit as good. A kinder, gentler Dye design, it’s depicted by natural rolling terrain and enchanting scenery. Many golfers hail the Sun as their favorite because they feel like they are on the edge of nature due to the location of the course being completely away from the resort's interior. The 12th is brilliant even on a cloudy day because of the monstrous mountain backdrop, indigenous desert landscape, and sweeping slope changes, which will advise a player to think before swinging. If you are a golfer and are registered for the convention, plan to arrive in time to play on Tuesday morning!
Cocktail Reception and Charity Auction
This reception will
kick-off the convention with good food and drink and a live charity auction
featuring franchisee Bill Brewer as our auctioneer. Thanks to the LJS partner
suppliers who furnished most of the auction items, Long John Silver’s raised
over $10,000 in 2007 to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Suppliers
again will have the opportunity to donate an item for the auction during on-line
registration - our goal for 2008 is $15,000.
General Session
The Long John Silver's Franchisee Association is
pleased to welcome Jack Lannom to open the convention as keynote speaker. Jack
is a dynamic speaker who celebrates the human spirit. He uses his knowledge of
mental and physical power to demonstrate how focus and drive can accomplish
out-standing results for anyone. Jack's combination of humor, wisdom and
inspiration create powerful presentations that have helped both individuals
and corporations achieve world-class performance, passion and profitability.
Jack is the author of the widely endorsed new book
People First
and is being generously sponsored by your PepsiCo Foodservice team.
Other highlights of general session include LJS corporate presentations, updates and awards.
Not To Be Missed ...
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Franchisee-only Business Session - This is the time during the convention set aside especially for all Long John Silver’s franchisees to come together to hear from their association leadership and share issues and concerns. |
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Breakout Sessions and Educational Workshops: |
WORKSHOPS:
Building Your Business with Freshside Grille: The introduction of Freshside Grille is one of the biggest and boldest moves Long John Silver’s has ever made and our strategy to support this new sales layer will be just as bold. During this workshop you’ll learn more about the Freshside Grille premium products, hear directly from Joe Harris, Director of Operations (Southern Region) for BR Associates about his experience with this sales layer in test market and get details on the training plans and equipment financing. The addition of a non-fried menu is a game changer for our brand. Join us and learn more about how to make Freshside Grille a successful layer to your business.
Hiring and Keeping Customer Maniacs: People are your most important asset and getting the right team in place can directly impact the growth of your business. Join us for this workshop and you’ll learn about the new, easier to use tools available to help you hire, train and keep those valuable new Team Members.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS:
Your Business x2: Owning and Operating a TL: If you’re a TL owner, this breakout session is for you. Taco Bell Multibrand Operations representatives will talk about the challenge of integrating marketing calendars, operations and training tips for two brands. Bring your questions and learn how to balance the complexity of managing two brands under one roof.
Your Business x2: Owning and Operating a KL: If you’re a KL owner, this breakout session is for you. We’ll talk about the challenge of integrating marketing calendars, operations and training tips for two brands. Bring your questions and learn how to balance the complexity of managing two brands under one roof.
Playing It Safe: Everything You Need to Know About Food Safety in Your Restaurant: Food safety in your restaurant is a top priority. You’ll want to be sure to attend this breakout session to get details about what is different in 2008. The food safety team will cover:
· Department of Health Inspections: what’s changed and what do you need to do now?
· The new and improved CHAMPS Excellence Review (CER): what’s different and what does it mean for you.
· Assessing the Food Safety Assessment: what to expect and how to prepare your restaurant.
· Eliminating Pests: selecting the right vendor
Join us for this important breakout session, get answers to all of your food safety questions and who knows, you could be the one lucky franchisee to win 6 months of basic pest management service for your restaurant.
Technology Road Map: Growing and Managing Your Business for the future: In this breakout you’ll learn all the ways technology can help you better manage your business; from training your teams, to gaining information, to reports outlining restaurant performance. Join us and find out how technology can help you grow your business today and for the future.
Building New Restaurants: Get ready for the unveiling! The Long John Silver's Development team will formally release the newest building design at this year’s convention in Las Vegas. Join us for a first look at the new design and to get all the details on building new restaurants.
Gala Final Evening
The Gala Dinner will conclude the 2008 Long John Silver's convention with a bang. Following the cocktail reception with some special guests, attendees will partake in a delicious dinner, followed by entertainment by renowned entertainer, Mac King. Mac was recently presented the award for Best Comedy Magician at the 2007 World Magic Awards. The prize is presented each year to the funniest magician in the world. Mac's "home" is Harrah's, where he performs twice daily to sold-out crowds. A quote from Mac ... "I’m gratified that it’s consistently the highest rated magic show in town, but I’m even more proud of the fact that it appeals to people of all ages and walks of life. Adults appreciate the humor that is over their kid’s heads. I’ve gotten standing ovations from tattooed biker guys and prim grandmas. Even surly teenagers seem to like it."
We'll also have a live band for music and dancing. What a great finale to this year’s convention!
Fun Stuff!
Bally’s
is the home of Donn Arden’s Jubilee!, the critically-acclaimed topless revue
that’s amazed audiences for over 25 years. With spectacular sets, elaborate
costumes, talented singers and stunning dancers annually voted the Best
Showgirls in Las Vegas by Review-Journal readers, Jubilee! is a larger-than-life
production extravaganza that's like no other and is the only remaining true
Las Vegas floor show! Keep in mind, this is an "ADULTS ONLY" show!
Cross the walkway to Paris and visit their many great restaurants and take a ride up to the top of the Eiffel Tower! The Paris Spa by Mandara has offered a 10% discount on all services. This is a fabulous spa - take advantage of this opportunity. Click here for a spa menu. Contact Kanae Wilcox-Perrotta at (702) 946-4352 or email her to make your reservations ahead of time. Make sure you mention that you are with the Long John Silver's convention when you make your appointment and you will need to show your convention badge when you arrive at the spa.
Another fun activity at Bally's is the Price Is
Right live game show. It is a live audience – staged version of the
popular TV show. Contestants are randomly selected from all eligible
audience members. Plinko, Cliffhangers, Hole In One, It's In The Bag, the
Big Wheel, Race Game, and of course, the fabulous Showcase will all be featured.
Prizes include appliances, cars, and vacation packages. You can make
reservations for the show when you get there or ahead of time.
Air/Ground Transportation
The Las Vegas airport is one of the most easily accessible airports in the country and historically has had relatively reasonable airfare. Please use your preferred carrier to book your flights - book as soon as possible, as spring travel may be heavy! A taxi from the airport will cost approximately $12. A Hertz car rental counter is available at the hotel if you decide you need a car once you arrive.
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