Spring Launch 2012 Dates/Locations

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses the dates and locations for the Spring Launch 2012 events, with participants sharing their thoughts on the listed cities and expressing curiosity about the absence of certain locations. Participants also reflect on their personal travel considerations and experiences related to the events.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions a list of Spring Launch 2012 dates and cities seen at the National Conference, sharing it for those interested in planning ahead.
  • Several participants express surprise at the absence of locations in Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois, with one noting that Milwaukee might be considered close.
  • Another participant shares their experience of being happy about no overnight trip required for the Toledo event.
  • One participant expresses concern about traveling to Toledo in winter, citing previous experiences with weather conditions.
  • Another participant mentions they are excited about the event being closer to them in Salt Lake City.
  • One participant discusses their plans to attend the San Antonio event, weighing the drive distance compared to another event in Arlington.
  • A participant from Alaska shares their experience of planning to attend the Atlanta event while visiting family, highlighting the challenges of travel from their location.
  • One participant expresses disappointment about not being able to attend due to being close to their due date for pregnancy.
  • Another participant notes that they took a picture of the event list at the conference, indicating some uncertainty about its accuracy.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the adequacy of the listed locations, with some participants expressing disappointment over the absence of certain states while others are content with the options available. No clear consensus emerges on the overall satisfaction with the locations.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and travel considerations related to the Spring Launch events, reflecting a range of geographical perspectives and logistical challenges.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants considering attending the Spring Launch events may find the shared experiences and travel insights relevant to their planning.

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Someone had posted earlier in July the list of Spring Launch 2012 Dates and Cities. She said she saw it listed at National Conference. I happened to miss that "memo", so can't say I saw it, but just reposting for those curious and trying to plan ahead.


Saturday, January 28:
Atlanta (College Park), GA
Baltimore, MD
Charlotte, NC
Lexington, KY
Omaha, NE
Ontario, CA
Phoenix, AZ
Salt Lake City, UT
San Antonio, TX
Santa Clara, CA

Saturday, Feb 4
Arlington, TX
Biloxi, MS
Denver, CO
Hartford, CT
Milwaukee, WI
Portland, OR
St Louis, MO
St Paul, MN
Tampa, FL
Toledo, OH
 
Thank you!
 
Wonder if those are all the options they will be offering. No Michigan, Indiana or Illinois (Chicago?) locations. That's interesting.
 
Maybe they are figuring that Milwaukee is pretty close?
 
chefjeanine said:
Wonder if those are all the options they will be offering. No Michigan, Indiana or Illinois (Chicago?) locations. That's interesting.
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I thought that was interesting too. The closest one that I can see is Toledo.

(The only way to Milwaukee is through Chicago....and that would not be close.)

Personally, if it was like this years, it wouldn't be worth the expense to go overnight for it.

Of course, not everyone had the constant thump of a cheerleading competition right next door like we did. :yuck:
 
I don't have to go through Milwaukee to Chicago. ;) But, it's still 6 hour drive or more from here. If my son was still living down in Germantown, it would have worked out perfectly for me but they are moving to Indiana for a couple years next week. :(
 
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Like I said, I can't guarantee this is it...but this was someone else posted that she copied down from NC. So maybe they are still working on it? We'll see.
 
I seen this same list at conference it was posted on a huge board where we had lunches. Im an hour south of toledo. I'm happy no over night trip for me this year :)
 
2nd year in a row, no PA meeting. :(
 
I'm surprised that the only OH one this year is in Toledo. There has always been a meeting in Columbus.
 
no NY either................nothing really even close!
 
I think I will be thinking twice about traveling to Toledo in winter. It was always a pretty safe drive down to Columbus -away from the lake. I would sooner go to Pittsburgh than up to Toledo. I think I will wait and see if the summer heat wave continues through to winter....:yuck:
 
I just thought, I probably am not included in the Spring Launch anyway. Is it for everyone or just the directors and above? I've never even looked into it.
 
I am excited I may actually be able to go to one. It is in SLC which is so much closer for me. And my family is there.
 
Teresa LM said:
I just thought, I probably am not included in the Spring Launch anyway. Is it for everyone or just the directors and above? I've never even looked into it.
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It's for everyone.
 
pclinskie said:
2nd year in a row, no PA meeting. :(
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Depending on where at in the State you are - Ohio or Baltimore will be your best bet. When it was in PA - it was at a HORRID hotel (IMO) so the 4hour drive is worth it if they can't pick a better place in PA. I would have thought Philadelphia but B'More prob is central for WVa, DC, PA and even NY (depending on location).

Only thing is its in January this year and who knows what the Northeast weather will look like in January - might have to follow a plow truck! ;)
 
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Melissa78 said:
Depending on where at in the State you are - Ohio or Baltimore will be your best bet. When it was in PA - it was at a HORRID hotel (IMO) so the 4hour drive is worth it if they can't pick a better place in PA. I would have thought Philadelphia but B'More prob is central for WVa, DC, PA and even NY (depending on location).

Only thing is its in January this year and who knows what the Northeast weather will look like in January - might have to follow a plow truck! ;)
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I live further south, so winters aren't usually snowy, but when we DO get precip, it shuts things down (not enough removal trucks to keep up, etc). But I'm seriously considering taking the Amtrak train. It would cost me $35 each way - BUSINESS class seats. It would take me the same amount of travel time, and cost the same compared to gas (if we stay around the current prices). And I wouldn't have to drive! Just have to wait till they say where it is, so I can see about station locations, etc. We shall see.
 
Milwaukee is an hour away from me instead of the 2½ hours to Chicago. If I want to go down early, I can stay with relatives but I'll probably just drive down for the day.

St Paul/Minneapolis is 5 hours for me and again, I have family in the area This year everything is at least on a Saturday and I'm happy that they're earlier.
 
Oh, come on folks - I live in ALASKA - they haven't even had a Seattle Spring Launch. I'll be going to the one in Atlanta to visit my parents on the FL panhandle with my kids. My best friend is tagging along to watch the kids while I'm in the meeting (usually 8-5 right?) and we're leaving the hubby at home, so he can have some bachelor time.
I called HO today to confirm so I could start planning for the ridiculously priced plane tickets from Alaska and they had no idea this was posted at conference and couldn't confirm it right away. They did say they'd pass my info on to their supervisor and would call me back.
 
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frozenchef said:
Oh, come on folks - I live in ALASKA - they haven't even had a Seattle Spring Launch. I'll be going to the one in Atlanta to visit my parents on the FL panhandle with my kids. My best friend is tagging along to watch the kids while I'm in the meeting (usually 8-5 right?) and we're leaving the hubby at home, so he can have some bachelor time.
I called HO today to confirm so I could start planning for the ridiculously priced plane tickets from Alaska and they had no idea this was posted at conference and couldn't confirm it right away. They did say they'd pass my info on to their supervisor and would call me back.
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That's why I say "Take it with a grain of salt"...until it's confirmed by HO. Wasn't meaning to start rumors....just give SOME heads up to possibilities based on what someone DID see at NC.
 
So bummed I cannot go next year!!! I will be 39 weeks pregnant!!! I am sure then i will be happy to stay at home, but man do I love Spring Launch!!!!!! Oh well! Will be logged onto here to learn all of the new products! :)
 
I didn't see that board at NC, but if the list is correct I have some decisions to make! 5 hour drive for the January 28 event in San Antonio, TX or 30 minute drive to the Feb 4th event in Arlington, TX? I'm thinking the further drive so that I can get the info together to share with the overseas consultants sooner! LOL
 
Plus there are some fabulous people in San Antonio!
 
What happen to the Dallas one?
 
Becca, so true! LOLArlington is just west of Dallas - about 30 minutes. ;)
 
I am so excited! Spring Launch is coming to Utah so I will get to attend my first ever event this year. I can't wait for Feb!
 
lt1jane......i'll be going to the minneapolis one....if you want to go to that one i'll be looking for you!
~carla
 
I took a picture of it because I didn't have time to write it down - we randomly came across it in the lunch room! I've attached it. It's interesting to me that HO said they knew nothing about it!
 

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I took a picture of it because I didn't have time to write it down - we randomly came across it in the lunch room! I've attached it. It's interesting to me that HO said they knew nothing about it!
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Thanks for that! I was starting to think I had started some vicious rumor! ;)
 
j&k'smom said:
no NY either................nothing really even close!
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Where in NY are you? We've been to Hartford CT it's about 2 hours from Albany
 
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