8/5/08: Hotel amenities include free shuttle, free business center use, free wireless internet, and the #1 ranked hotel for service in the Hilton chain. Along with an outstanding and updated program, we are offering a catered pirate cruise social to wrap up our conference. You don't want to miss this! (Click on the buttons on the left for more info.)

8/22/08- The host of this site had to turn off the newsletter function, which prevents me from accessing the list. Please send an email to SBI@rider.edu if you were on the list as I will be setting up an alternative method.

9/25/08- Submission deadline is over but you can still be a session chair, etc.., if you need to be on the program! Contact Ron Cook at the below email.

10/1/08-We are pleased to announce that John Schnatter, Founder & Executive Chairman of Papa John's International will be our keynote speaker at our Thursday luncheon.

10/13/08-We have updated the link to the left for Hilton reservations. Room rates are $129.00 plus tax for both single and double occupancy. Rooms are guaranteed at this rate until 1/14/09. Book today!
Don't forget: guests have free airport shuttle, free business center use and free wireless internet.

9-22-08 Submission Deadline- SUBMISSIONS ARE CLOSED

10-31-08 Notification of Acceptance Deadline

12-01-08 Material for Proceedings is Due

12-15-08 Draft of Conference Schedule on Website

1-15-09 Final Schedule Posted on Website