Take the Plunge: Register for SPLASH Now! Only One Week Left to Register at Early Rate

ADA's unconventional convention, SPLASH, October 29-31 in Clearwater Beach, FL, is designed for audiologists involved or interested in autonomous practice, and will offer hands-on practical business knowledge, insightful clinical education and abundant opportunities for developing meaningful relationships with peers and industry partners. The early registration cutoff is Friday, September 25, 2009!

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Top 10 Reasons to Take the Plunge

10. Sand, Surf and Sun

Grab your shades and sunscreen and hit the beach! With 10 acres of private, sugar-sand shoreline extending as far as the eye can see. The Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort overlooks one of the world’s most brilliant white-sand beaches. Additional features include:

Daily chair, umbrella and cabana rentals Waverunner, boogie board and kayak rentals Parasailing Beach volleyball Two heated beachside pools and a Jacuzzi

9. Guest-friendly Activities

The ADA Convention is Guest friendly—and there is plenty to do for the entire crew, with Fun Friday Guest Activities for everyone.

Deep Sea Fishing
Enjoy a half-day excursion on the Gulf of Mexico. Sun, salt air and hopefully fish! Depart the hotel and walk just a short distance to Clearwater Marina. Board your deep-sea fishing vessel and away you go! Your captain and crew will be there to assist you. The crew will take care of all your lines, show you the latest in fishing techniques and assist you in catching the "Big One."

Departure time 7:30 a.m., returning to hotel at 12:30 p.m. Snacks, beverages, tackle, bait and fishing license are included. Price is $165.00 per person. LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE, PLEASE BOOK EARLY.

Highlights of St Petersburg Tour
Board the mini coach and travel from Clearwater to downtown St. Petersburg sitting on beautiful Tampa Bay. Your first stop will be the Salvador Dali Museum, home to the world's most comprehensive collection of works by the late Spanish surrealist Salvador Dali. From the Dali Museum you will travel along St. Petersburg's waterfront and up and down some of the more unique streets of downtown where you will see evidence of the Land Boom Era during the 1920's.

Tour departs hotel at 10:00 a.m. and returns at 3:00 p.m. Tour includes lunch at Park Shore Grill. Price is $95.00 per person.

Advanced registration for these Fun Friday activities is required. Please contact Tonda Preston for more information and to register.

8. ADA Offers Two Special Offers for Added Value

New Member Special Offer
If you've been thinking about joining ADA, now is the time. Join ADA as a first-time member and receive all the benefits of membership through December 31, 2010, and the discounted member convention registration fee of $495 (early registration deadlines apply). Join now!

Bring a "First-Timer" Peer Program
The future of autonomous audiology hinges on the involvement of an expanding body of practitioners engaged in creating opportunities within the profession. We encourage you to invite a colleague who has never attended an ADA convention before—both you and the "first-timer" peer will receive a 10 percent discount off of your 2009 convention registration, plus a chance to win a complementary registration to the 2010 convention!

7. News You Can Use

Several media representatives will be attending this year's convention—don’t miss your chance to get the latest information on what's going on with ADA, the profession of audiology and the hearing industry! Additionally, several corporate partners are introducing new products and services during this year's event!

6. The ADA Beach Party, Featuring the AFA Auction

Experience the best food, festivities and fun during the ADA Beach Party, featuring an auction to support the Audiology Foundation of America! Enjoy live music and scrumptious food while you mingle with friends and colleagues and bid on auction items--all just a few feet from the tiki bar! You'll be amazed at the fantastic items available for bid this year—and the new "bucket auction" format plus a live auction and special drawings for premiere items will ensure fast-moving fun! Current auction items include a cruise, a carved decoy duck, vestibular assessment workshop, quilted wall hangings, jewelry, and other one-of-a-kind items. The AFA is still actively seeking donations, so contact Becky at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you have something you'd like to contribute!

5. Industry Insights

Discover the latest audiology products and innovative services that will advance your practice! Back by popular demand, the exhibitor-facilitated CEU activity is sure to please—as will the opportunity to share your thoughts and ideas with industry representatives and thought leaders throughout the convention.

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4. Networking that Works

For the first time ever, ADA will offer the ADA Lounge—the place to be if you are seeking used equipment for sale, employment opportunities, peer-to-peer mentoring, the latest professional and industry news, or just a great opportunity to meet other attendees in an informal, unstructured setting. Stop in and see what all the buzz is about!

3. Professional Takeaways on Hot Topics

ADA's Friday morning roundtable discussions on hot topics in audiology will provide the opportunity for attendees to share real-life problems, solutions, successes, and lessons-learned with peers. Topics will include:

2. High-Caliber Education

SPLASH features up to 18.5 CE credits (through AAA, ASHA and NIHIS, including up to 15 hours of ABA Tier 1 CEUs). This convention features 45 sessions including Four Fabulous Pre-convention Workshops for You and Your Staff. Workshops have limited space—register today!

Dynamic Presentations Offer Concepts that SPLASH:

Strategic Thinking Practice Management Solutions Leadership Development Audiology Best Practices Sound Peer Advice Horizon Planning

Early registration ends on September 25th!
Note: Session handouts and presentation slides will also be available online—only for convention attendees!

Special Student Track
This three-hour, student-oriented track is featured as part of the ADA's 2009 Au.D. Student Mentoring Program, sponsored by the Audiology Foundation of America, but is also open to other students as well. Experienced professionals will share their experiences through session on The Joy of Private Practice” and “Financing Your Dream,” with curriculum targeted to third- and fourth-year Au.D. students.

Mentoring Opportunities Still Available
The ADA Convention is a great opportunity for you to connect with third- or fourth-year Au.D. students who have an interest in private practice! Students are selected for convention scholarships, which are funded by the Audiology Foundation of America (AFA), based on the students' application information and an essay illustrating their interest in practicing audiology. There are almost 30 students attending ADA this year, so more mentors are needed! We are especially looking for mentors who practice in the Northeast U.S., the Carolinas, Texas, or Minnesota, or who have a specialty interest in pediatrics, cochlear implants or private practice.

Please respond to ADA headquarters or at 866-493-5544 for more information and to sign up to be a 2009 mentor.

And the #1 Reason to Attend the ADA 2009 Convention:

1. The Opportunity To Help Shape the Future of ADA and the Profession of Audiology

Your participation, engagement, input and feedback will help shape the future of your profession! Don't miss your chance to complete an anonymous electronic survey (multiple kiosks will be available) during the convention. Data from this survey will be used to gain insight and identify trends within the profession using data from ADA members and constituents in several key areas. Summary data from this very important survey will be released later this year to ADA members. Individual survey data is completely anonymous.

Don't Miss the Boat on Important Convention Opportunities: Make a SPLASH, October 29-31 in Clearwater Beach, FL!

ADA's 2009 Convention is drenched with great course offerings and meaningful networking opportunities, geared for audiologists interested in ownership of the audiology profession.

» Take the Plunge—Register Today
» Reserve Your Hotel Room
» View Advance Program

The Academy of Doctors of Audiology Would Like to Thank the Following Convention Sponsors: