YAPFEST

Tuesday, 14 October
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Reliant Center, Houston, Texas

YAPFEST is the premier, free event designed exclusively for young people (ages 18–30) interested in careers in automation. Attendees have a unique opportunity to network with representatives from leading industrial companies and Members from the society for automation professionals: ISA.

Who Should Attend:

• Young Automation Professionals
• College Students
• People wanting to further their education in automation
• People wanting to learn more about a career in automation

Why Attend:

• Bring your resume and network with our sponsors from across a variety of leading industrial companies
• Meet professionals who work in multiple facets of the automation profession
• Ask an ISA Member about the benefits of membership
• Get information about technical resources and training opportunities
• Build a new global network of automation professionals
• Try your luck at raffles for prizes including an Alienware Laptop, iPod, MP3 Player, and Xbox games
• Enjoy free food and beverages (attendees 21 and over)

Sponsors:

Interested in sponsoring YAPFEST 2008?

View the sponsorship flyer for options.

Press Releases:

• ISA Announces Date for YAPFEST 2008

Bonus for YAPFEST Attendees:

Grab your spot at the panel discussion focused on careers in automation, workforce development, why so many manufacturers are searching for talent like you, and more.

Panel Speakers Include Leaders of:

• Plant Engineering Magazine
• InTech Magazine
• Automation Direct
• Tyco Valve

This educational panel for YAPFEST attendees is hosted by Editor Bob Vavra of Plant Engineering Magazine.

Plant Engineering will also lead YAPFEST attendees on a tour of the ISA EXPO show floor.

Join Them:

Help us plan. Provide your name and e-mail address to RSVP for the ISA EXPO Show Tour and/or Educational Panel at cstrickland@isa.org.