Event Calendar - AAMP Convention VIEW PHOTOS FROM OUR 2011 SHOW! 73rd American Convention of Meat Processors & Suppliers' Exhibition Crowne Plaza St. Paul - Riverfront St. Paul RiverCentre St. Paul, Minnesota July 26-28, 2012                                    AAMP's annual convention is geared toward U.S., Canadian, and Foreign operators of small and very small firms in the meat, poultry & food business: packers, processors, wholesalers, HRI, retailers, caterers, deli operators, home food service dealers, and catalog marketers. Both members and non-members of the Association attend this event looking for a vast array of ideas, supplies, and services. American Cured Meat Championships (ACMC) See what the "buzz" is all about with the "ACMC"! How many categories, what are the categories, what is this years regional category, and how you can become a part of the largest cured meat championship of its kind in North America! Convention Agenda (subject to change) A daily schedule of all events throughout the convention. 2011-2012 Convention Committee This Committee has the responsibility for overall planning of the Association's annual convention. It normally meets in October of the year preceding the convention to develop programs, workshops, social activities and other considerations implemented. However, matters relating to pricing for exhibit space, registration fees, or items necessitating significant financial commitment are regarded as subject to Board approval prior to implementation. Committee members serve a one-year term and are reimbursed only for their travel and lodging during the actual Convention Committee meeting in the fall of the year preceding the Convention being planned. 2012 Convention Sponsors Legacy Sponsors    Platinum Sponsors Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors Bronze Sponsors                  Educational Sessions Planned by a committee of meat industry participants, morning-long concurrent sessions offer a wide variety of practical information, manufacturing solutions and business enhancement ideas. The focus is on small and very small operations. Exhibit Hall Information This year's AAMP convention will be located at the St. Paul RiverCentre. The AAMP staff looks forward to seeing you in July 2012! Exhibitor Information Meat industry suppliers will be operating exhibit booths showing equipment and supplies servicing the meat industry and offering education and consultation in the Exhibit Hall. Contract Booth Prices Publicity Form (To be sent in with contract) Floor Plan (as of 5-15-12) Guidelines To Exhibiting Sponsorship Why Become A Sponsor? Sponsorship Levels & Benefits Application Exhibitor Parking Exhibit Hall Specifications (Click Here for Dock Pictures) Door to Enter/Exit Loading Dock Area - 24' Wide x 22' High Exhibit Hall Entrance Door - 19' Wide x 13.5' High Full Length Docks - 12' Wide x 68' Long American Cured Meat Championship Official Sponsorship Exhibit and Trade Show Guidelines Convention Program Advertising Union Labor Information Show Site Work Rules Headquarter Hotel (Visit Hotel Website) Make Reservations Online Print Reservation Form How to Register Registration fees include: educational sessions, exhibit hall, solutions, information, ideas, and prize drawings for Operator attendees! Meat Plant Operator Registration Form Allied, University Student or AAMP Associate Member Registration Form Exhibitors (Including Distributors) - (call the AAMP office, or email AAMP if you need to register for your badges) Non-Exhibiting Supplier Members & Non-Members To register by phone, contact the AAMP office at (717) 367-1168 or use our toll-free convention line at (877) 877-0168.  Please have a credit card ready when registering by phone.  If you would like convention information sent you, please email AAMP.  Register Today!  Deadline for advanced registration is June 25, 2012.  After this date on-site rates will apply. Ham Production Seminar Besides bacon, the ham is one of the most profitable centerpieces of the pork carcass.  Don’t miss this product market opportunity!  Cured ham is a non-unique product; but due to its desirable flavor profile, added value and versatile usages, it inherently is a unique product that consumers want and enjoy serving as a center-of-the-plate entree.  Learn from experienced independent processors regarding their ham processing, smoking, slicing, and marketing techniques.  Furthermore, it’s not all about one type of ham product.   Demonstrations will be provided for six different types of ham products, along with a demonstration regarding proper brine manufacturing techniques.  Over the years, fellow processors have found financial success in the production of a variety of different ham products. Hands-On Product Demonstrations Due to the success of the demonstrations at previous conventions and the current cost of raw materials, the committee decided to include them again this year. These demonstrations will be held in the exhibit hall, but not during exhibit hours.    Most of us in the meat industry have heard the saying, “Anybody can cut meat, but making money cutting meat is the hard part.”  Nevertheless, operating a profitable meat department can be achieved with appropriate management routines in place.  One demonstration will pertain to the unique techniques of cutting meat for Latin Americans and the types of fresh products this growing market desires.  The other demonstration will focus on effectively developing a meat cutting test for fresh meat products and how to effectively utilize the data to increase profits.  Don’t miss out on the chance to learn new techniques through this unique educational opportunity! Pre-Convention Workshop Registration and Exhibit Hours Social Events A time for gathering of friends and family as well as fellowship . . . see the fun that's in store for you and your family during your stay in St. Paul. St. Paul Convention and Visitors Bureau For information on planning on what you want to see or do while in St. Paul. Transportation Discounts on transportation to and from the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport.   VIEW FUTURE AAMP CONVENTION SITES!