MAKE THE MOST OF TPS
Whether you’re new to TPS or you’re a symposia veteran who needs a refresher, here are a few things about TPS you don’t want to miss out on:
Welcome Address
For whom?
All TPS attendees, including Free Pass.
The welcome address will feature speaker Ryan Sitton, Texas Railroad Commissioner. Ryan Sitton is an inventor, engineer, entrepreneur and a public servant. Ryan and his wife Jennifer built their business, PinnacleART, from the ground up in 2006 and have grown it to more than 900 employees and revenue over $100 million. Ryan will discuss building a $1 billion reliability business and industry outlook.
TUESDAY:
8:00 a.m. – 8:35 a.m.
Level 3, General Assembly Theater C
Celebrating 35 Years of the Pump Symposium
For whom?
All TPS attendees.
2019 marks the 35th Anniversary of the International Pump Users Symposium. Join us for a celebration (there will be cake!) in the exhibit hall near the exhibitor registration counters.
TUESDAY:
4:30 p.m.
Women of TPS Luncheon
For whom?
All TPS attendees. Registration is required. Add on to any registration option.
The Women of TPS luncheon is a forum for women of TPS to share experiences and challenges in the industry. It is also an avenue in which those experiences and challenges can be heard and understood by others, including upper management.
Both women and men are encouraged to attend. The luncheon is open to all individuals affiliated with the symposium, from technical engineers, to sales and marketing staff, to administrative professionals.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11:
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Room 330
$50 – Add the luncheon when you register online, or register onsite. Note that space is limited.
What’s included?
- Discussion and Q&A with four female panelists representing the wide breadth of TPS and the turbomachinery and pump communities
- Bag bingo (take home a designer purse or bag!)
- Plated meal
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Marketers Meetup
For whom?
TPS symposia and Free Pass delegates
Network with your colleagues and get insider tips from Brian Bearden, marketing guru, during the TPS Marketers Meetup. Stop by the TPS Marketers Meetup for a live presentation, networking and Q&A.
THURSDAY:
10:00 a.m.
TPS Social Media Booth #2022
Spouse Program
For whom?
Spouses of symposia delegates
Spouses accompanying registered delegates can register for TPS free of charge and are invited to participate in two special spouse events. Badges may be picked up with the sponsoring delegate’s registration badge. Name badges must be worn for admission to the Exhibit Hall. To register as a spouse, please email info@turbo-lab.tamu.edu or call 979-845-7417.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10:
Alcohol Ink Tile and Texas Balloon Smash with Brazos Glassworks
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Attendees should meet at the Hilton by the gift shop at 8:45 am to be escorted by a staff member to class at GRB.
GRB Room 352A
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11:
Kemah Boardwalk
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
RSVP required to attend no later than Tuesday, September 3
Attendees will meet at the Hilton by the gift shop at 10 am to board shuttle bus. The shuttle bus will pick up attendees at the Kemah dropoff location to return to the Hilton at 3 pm. Kemah Boardwalk Property Map
What’s included?
- Transportation to/from Kemah Boardwalk, where you will be able to shop and enjoy over 45 charming retail stores, amusements, and waterfront restaurants.
- $10-off gift card/coupon towards lunch at one of 6 Landry’s chain restaurants at the Boardwalk Kemah Boardwalk Waterfront Dining
Innovation Presents (formerly Turbo Stage)
For whom?
TPS symposia and Free Pass delegates
Innovation Presents, formerly Turbo Stage, is a platform in the front corner of the exhibit hall (house left, near booth 3111) where exhibiting companies provide 20-minute commercial presentations. All TPS exhibit hall visitors are invited to attend the presentations.
Dinners
For whom?
All paid symposium delegates, or those who have purchased meal tickets separately.
The Turbomachinery Laboratory at Texas A&M, TPS organizer, hosts two dinners during the symposia on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
Tex-Mex Buffet
7:30 – 9 p.m.
Level 2, Hilton Ballroom of the Americas A
Banquet Dinner featuring Comedian Don McMillan
7:30 – 9 p.m.
Level 2, Hilton Ballroom of the Americas A
Lab Tour
For whom?
Everyone!
You know TPS is hosted by the Turbomachinery Lab, but what do you know about the lab itself? Where is it located? How is it equipped? What research projects are in progress? Take a tour of the Lab at Texas A&M University in College Station on the Friday following TPS for $40. Add the tour on to any registration option. Please note that space is limited to 50 people. Lunch and transportation are provided.
Once you register for the Lab Tour, you will be contacted by Turbo Lab staff. Contact: info@turbo-lab.tamu.edu or 979-845-7417.
Hospitality Suites
For whom?
TPS symposia and Free Pass delegates
The Hospitality Suites are scheduled Tuesday and Wednesday. All Hospitality Suites are located at Hilton Americas-Houston.
Should you have any questions, contact Communications Director Brooke Conrad at bconrad@turbo-lab.tamu.edu or 979-845-8943. Thank you for your participation!
Social Media Scavenger Hunt
For whom?
Everyone!
Scattered throughout the TPS exhibit floor are items for our Social Media Scavenger Hunt.
Click below for a full list of rules and participating exhibitors.
2019 Scavenger Hunt