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Join us for AGA’s Professional Development Conference & Exposition (PDC)—the premier education and networking event for government financial management and accountability professionals.

AGA has been a leader in providing the best training for more than 57 years, and this is the place where it all comes together: the profession’s top leaders, the latest technological advancements, more than 1,700 practitioners and daily networking events.

Offering 24 CPE hours, timely topics and an impressive lineup of speakers, PDC 2008 promises to be one of the Association's best. With the theme, Building on the Dream: Creating a Culture of Accountability, this event will convene government financial managers and accountability professionals from around the country for three and a half days of knowledge building and networking.

The PDC is the authoritative source for the knowledge and contacts you need to succeed in today’s constantly changing environment. Learn about the newest research in the field. Find out about tools and techniques that have advanced the profession. Hear dynamic speakers. Discuss hot topics and trends. Meet the top leaders from federal agencies, state and local governments, the private sector and academia. Take part in small-group discussions, explore current issues and find answers.

From the practical to the theoretical, sessions will help attendees hone their skills to bring greater efficiency and effectiveness to government operations. Exhibitors are available to demonstrate the newest products to help your agency achieve its mission, and the networking events should not be missed.

General sessions feature speakers of national prominence and encompass the overarching tracks of the conference; concurrent sessions address current issues and best practices in the field. Create your own curriculum from more than 90 educational sessions organized around the following tracks:

· Auditing Tips, Tools & Techniques

· Accountability and Ethics

· Financial Management Strategies

· Management Challenges

The PDC is also about networking. Take advantage of the many receptions and social events that are planned, and enjoy the historical landmarks, good food and fun that Atlanta has to offer. Bring your family and explore the Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park, the new World of CocaCola®, The King Center, Atlanta Botanical Garden and other area attractions.

Add sizzle to your summer… Join AGA for PDC 2008 in Hotlanta. Build on the dream… register today, and demonstrate show your commitment a more accountable future!