General Information:  

  • Sessions, breakfast buffet (included in stay), lunch and banquet will be held in the Embassy Suites by Hilton Jonesboro at lobby level
  • Dress for Monday Reception is casual
  • Dress for Tuesday sessions is smart casual.
  • Dress comfortably and in closed toe shoes for Tuesday off site activities.
  • Dress for Tuesday banquet is semi-formal/cocktail.

Updates to schedule or meeting locations will be listed online.  Schedule is subject to change.

Registration is Closed

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MONDAY, JULY 15

1:00 pm ASAE Board Meeting 
Red Wolf Den - Lobby Level

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm - Registration

Registration Booth - Lobby Level 

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm - Navigating the Social Media Wilderness: A Guide to Digital SuccessIn the vast and ever-changing landscape of social media, finding your way to success can feel like navigating through an uncharted wilderness. Join us as we explore the strategies, techniques, and insights that will help you thrive in the complex world of social media marketing
Speaker:  Chelsea Greer with Spiked Social
Arvest V-VII Lobby Level

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm – Welcome to the Pack Reception
Welcome Reception on Monday will be hosted by the A State Chancellor’s Office and will be held at the Woodard McAlister Family Club at the A State Football Centennial Bank Stadium.

Getting There:
Staff will be on hand to direct you to the venue. The reception is within easy walking distance from the hotel.   If you prefer to drive your own vehicle, you can park at the stadium main entrance and enter through the Red Wolf Fence

Post Reception – ASAE Campfire
Hospitality Suite hosted by Tunica Partners

Lobby Level

TUESDAY, JULY 16
6:00 am – 9:00 am Breakfast
Complimentary breakfast to enjoy at your leisure in the Lobby

8:00 am – 9:00 am ASAE Camp Reveille: Coffee and Networking
Fuel up for the day in the ASAE Coffee Lounge sponsored by Discover Fort Smith and Fort Smith Convention Center
Main Foyer - Lobby Level

8:00 am - 2:30 pm Registration

Registration Booth - Lobby Level

9:00 am – 10:15 am – Managing the Multiverse of Communication
A robust communications strategy is critical to keeping your stakeholders informed, inspired, and engaged. In this session, you will learn how Arkansas State University uses a variety of channels to manage the multiverse of messaging madness and how to apply some of the techniques to your association and business.
Speaker:  Todd Clark, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Arkansas State University
Arvest V-VII Lobby Level

10:15 am – Camp Break
South Foyer

10:30 am - 11:30 am – The Always Jonesboro Initiative Case Study for Talent Attraction and Retention
In today's competitive landscape, retaining top talent is crucial. Jonesboro Unlimited's "Always Jonesboro" initiative offers a pioneering approach to talent and workforce development in Arkansas. This session demonstrates how the initiative builds a sense of community and belonging, effectively attracting and retaining top talent. Attendees will learn key strategies and best practices for successful talent attraction and retention.
Speaker:  Bethania Baray-Harrison, Director of Talent Attraction at Jonesboro Unlimited 
Arvest V-VII Lobby Level

11:30 am – 12:30 pm - ASAE Camp Lunch with special guest Rose Hankins
Rose Hankins is a Jonesboro native and current competitor on Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars airing now on Fox.  Rose will share some stories and samples of her Twisted Dough!
Sponsored by Oaklawn 
Delta Ballroom - Lobby Level

12:45 pm – 1:45 pm Meeting Mastery: Overcoming Planning Hurdles Together
In this ASAE Camp Roundtable we will hold a collobrative session with a goal of finding solutions to common meeting planning challenges we all face.
Arvest V-VII Lobby Level

2:00 pm - 4:30 pm – VIP Camp Activities in Jonesboro  
Experience Jonesboro with variety of fun activities suitable for every camper type. Sign up on-site at registration. Shuttles will leave the lobby at 2:00PM and return at 4:30 PM.  Waivers will need to be signed in advance.  Please wear comfortable clothes and closed toe shoes!

Canoe, Hike, Kayak or Bike Ride in the shady splendor of Craighead Forest
OR
Archery, Trap Shooting and Pistol Shooting at the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex

Sponsored by Jonesboro Tourism & Visitors Bureau and Jonesboro Parks & Recreation 

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm – ASAE Camp Reception
Sponsored by Visit Bentonville
Delta Ballroom Foyer - Lobby Level

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm - ASAE Camp Banquet
Awards & Installation Banquet
Sponsored by 2025 ASAE Convention Hosts Tunica Convention & VIsitors Bureau and Horseshoe Tunica
Delta Ballroom - Lobby Level

Post Celebration - ASAE Campfire
Hospitality Suite hosted by Tunica Partners
Lobby Level

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17

6:00 am – 9:30 am Breakfast
Complimentary breakfast to enjoy at your leisure in the Lobby.  Greeter will ask for your room number and last name.  Share your favorite memories from Camp ASAE and make plans to connect again soon!