Association of Insolvency & Restructuring Advisors

AIRA 22nd Annual
Bankruptcy & Restructuring Conference
June 7-10, 2006 at the Grand Hyatt Seattle Hotel, Seattle, Washington

Since the Inaugural Game on July 15, 1999, Safeco Field has gained a reputation locally and nationally as a terrific setting for baseball, with its first-rate accommodations and beautiful skyline view. With several new editions to their lineup, the Mariners should prove to be an exciting team to watch. Join us on Thursday afternoon for a pre-game tailgate party in the outfield bullpen as we watch the Seattle Mariners take on the Minnesota Twins.

Cost: $80 per person
Time: Thursday, June 8th, 12:30pm

Sponsored by: Phelps Consulting Group
5K Run/Walk:

Join us for a 5K run/walk along Seattle's beautiful Green Lake. According to the American Podiatric Medical Association, Seattle ranks as the third Best Walking City in the nation. One of the city favorites is the path around Green Lake. Nestled in north Seattle, this natural lake is surrounded by a 323.7 acre park with numerous recreational possibilities, including: paddleboats, playgrounds, fishing, swimming and wading pools, ball-fields and basketball courts, lawn bowling, and more. The natural beauty and changing seasons provide something different with each visit.

Time: 2:00pm Thursday afternoon.
Cost: $30 per person. Cost includes a T-shirt. Please indicate the size you would like when registering.

Sponsored by: Eisner LLP

Kayaking

Our own Frank Conrad will be your guide while kayaking on Lake Union, with the Seattle skyline in the background. Each year Frank leads a group ranging from novice to seasoned paddlers, adding fun and flare to the day’s outing. Group size is limited to provide optimum enjoyment for each participant, sign up early to ensure your spot.

Cost: $50 per person. 15 person Limit.
Time: 2:00pm

Sponsored by: Jager Smith PC

Post-Conference Winery Tour & Dinner - SOLD OUT

Come tour with us two superb Washington State wineries in Woodinville, Washington. After the tours, proceed to Kirkland for dinner at The Third Floor Fish Café, located on the shores of beautiful Lake Washington.

Columbia Winery - Located in the scenic Woodinville valley, Columbia Winery was first established in 1962 by six University of Washington professors and four local businessmen.

Chateau Ste Michelle - Washington State’s oldest and most acclaimed winery offers award-winning wines and a tasting experience second to none at our chateau and historic grounds near Seattle.

Cost: $150 per person
Time: Saturday, June 10, 3:00pm to 10:00pm

Post-Conference Alaskan Cruise - SOLD OUT
Join us after AIRA's Bankruptcy and Restructuring Conference on a luxurious cruise to Alaska aboard Holland America’s grand vista-class ship, the ms Westerdam. The Westerdam dazzles guests with more of everything they desire on a cruise ship: more staterooms with verandahs for private dining, sunning and relaxing; more dining choices from fancy dress-up dinners to casual pool-side dining; more ways to be pampered in the largest and most luxurious spa in Holland’s fleet.
Golf

Few courses offer views as stunning as those found at The Golf Club at Newcastle. Striking city and mountain views frame Newcastle’s signature course, Coal Creek. These jaw-dropping vistas serve only to enhance this beautiful and challenging course, which plays over 7,000 yards and features 300 feet in elevation change. Like other highly acclaimed courses, Coal Creek offers a true test for players of all skills and abilities.

Golfing Attire: Soft spikes and collared shirts are mandatory and approprate golf attire is required (no denim, please).

Cost: $200 per person.
Golf club rental is available for an additional $40 per person.
When registering, please indicate if you would like left-hand or right-hand clubs.

Time: Thursday, June 8, 1:00pm

Co-Sponsored by:
AlixPartners LLC
CIT Business Credit

Golf Drink Cart sponsored by: Great American Group

Bloedel Reserve (Spouse Program)

This tour begins with a short ride via the Washington State Ferry to Bainbridge Island, stopping to enjoy lunch at Café Nola and shop at a few small boutiques before continuing on to The Bloedel Reserve. The Reserve comprises approximately 150 acres on Bainbridge Island, where it is blessed by the mild, moist climate of Puget Sound. With 84 acres of second growth forest, the remainder of the island boasts beautiful landscapes, including several gardens, ponds and meadows. The Reserve was once the home of the Bloedel Family, which is primarily responsible for its growth and development.

Cost: $35 per person (does not include lunch)
Time: Friday, June 9, 10:00am to 5:00pm
 
Friday Night Dinner & Dancing

Join us for dinner then dance the night away to your favorite songs from the ‘70s, ‘80s and beyond. The band, with roughly a dozen members, all bankruptcy professionals, plays classic rock-n-roll songs with some southern rock and country sound mixed in.

Band: Rock and Roll with the ABI Indubitable Equivalents
Cost: $85 per person.
Time: 7:00pm to 11:00pm

Sponsored by:
Bridge Associates, LLC
Mesirow Financial Consulting LLC
and the Northwest Firms of:
Bush Strout & Kornfeld
Dawson & Gerbic
Foster Pepper PLLC
Hamstreet & Associates
Karr Tuttle Campbell
Lane Powell PC
Perkins Coie LLP
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

AIRA Annual Awards Dinner

Join us in honoring AIRA's CIRA medal winners and brand new CIRA and CDBV designees. Begin the evening with a relaxing cocktail reception followed by an elegant dinner and awards ceremony and topped off by a networking dessert reception.

Cost: Free for conference registrants, guests are $75 each.
Time: Thursday evening, June 8, 6:30pm to 11:00pm

Cocktail Reception Sponsored by TRG

Annual Dinner Co-Sponsors:
Huron Consulting Group
Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP
Bankruptcy Management Solutions

Kroll Zolfo Cooper/Randy Waits Award:
Presented by Robert Bingham, CIRA (Kroll Zolfo Cooper)

Dessert Reception Co-Sponsors:
PENTA Advisory Service LlC
Dawson & Berbic LLP
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Spouses & Guests:

You are invited to join us in the morning, Wednesday through Saturday, for a complimentary continental breakfast. A hospitality room will be available during the conference.

Dress Code: Business casual is acceptable throughout the seminar and conference unless otherwise noted for a specific social/networking event.


 

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