Special Events

Golf Tournament

   (Pre-Paid Event – Additional Cost)
Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Located just three miles from The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, the Tiburón Golf Course (located at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples) offers championship golf in a lush, coastal setting. Designed by Greg Norman, this golf course is not only a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, but it’s also home to the Merrill Lynch Shootout each December. The shotgun start begins at 8 a.m. on Golf Course 1 and is preceded by a buffet breakfast. Awards will be presented at the luncheon immediately following the tournament.

Attire: Collared shirts and Bermuda-length shorts are acceptable.
Transportation will be provided.

5K Fun Run/Walk

   (Pre-Paid Event – Additional Cost)
Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Fitness enthusiasts, begin your day with a Fun Run/Walk on the beach and beautiful grounds of The Ritz-Carlton, Naples. This 3.1 mile picturesque trek will start your day on the right foot.

First Time Orientation

   (Invitation Only)
Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Members and spouses attending their first Top of the Table Annual Meeting will not want to miss this special session. Join the Top of the Table Advisory Board and past Divisional Vice Presidents as they explain what to expect during the week and how to get the most out of the your first Top of the Table meeting. This is a wonderful opportunity to interact with other first time attendees and meet other members from around the world.

Ideas Exchange

   (Members Only)
Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Join Top of the Table members in the exchange of effective, transferable sales ideas. Learn what is new in the marketplace to help your practice grow, and find solutions to obstacles you face in making the sale. It’s an opportunity to listen, learn and share some of your most successful sales ideas.

Welcome Event

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Top of the Table warmly invites all attendees and their spouses to this poolside opening event. Renew acquaintances and meet new friends while enjoying great food and entertainment. Attire: Casual attire is recommended. Outdoor event – weather permitting.

Spouses Gathering Place

Thursday, October 7 - Saturday, October 9, 2010

Connect with other spouses over coffee and tea. Take advantage of the activities The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, has to offer by signing up to join other spouses in a spirited game of bridge, tennis or golf, or arrange a group trip to the spa.

Open Session

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Back by popular demand, for the third year, the Open Sessions offer a unique opportunity to get timely, fresh information on the topics that most concern you right now. Come prepared with topics you would like to discuss and ideas you can share. Based on the interest level of various topics, a schedule with title, moderator and location will be distributed Friday morning for that afternoon’s Open Session.

Networking Breakfast and Lunch With Partners

Thursday, October 7 - Breakfast: 6:30 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. Lunch: 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Friday, October 8 - Breakfast: 6:30 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. Lunch: 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Saturday, October 9 - Breakfast Only: 6:30 a.m. – 7:45 a.m.

Start your day off right at breakfast on Thursday, Friday and Saturday by networking over a cup of coffee and hot breakfast buffet. Continue your networking over a luncheon buffet on Thursday and Friday.

These are perfect opportunities to share ideas and gain solutions to current challenges.

Hospitality Corner

Thursday, October 7, and Friday, October 8, 2010

Network with Top of the Table members in a casual atmosphere. Don’t miss this great opportunity to discuss issues and concerns with peers and learn what others have done to solve their clients' problems.

Sweet & Greet

Thursday, October 7 — 9:30 to 11:00pm

After enjoying dinner with your spouse and Top of the Table friends, satisfy your sweet tooth in the company of new acquaintances. Mingle with your fellow attendees and their spouses while enjoying coffee and dessert.