Gotham City is Not Just For Batman

By Laurie S. Feld, FedFleet 2004 Project Manager

The Federal Fleet Policy Council, the GSA Office of Governmentwide
Policy, and GSA Fleet are proud to bring the premier federal fleet event
of 2004 to a city like no other -- New York City. New York City is known
by a lot of nicknames -- The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps,
Gotham City, etc. But in 2004, it will be The Federal Fleet City!

FedFleet 2004 will provide three full days of training. Your
registration fee includes:

There will be something for everyone at all levels and at all positions.
There will be a lot of information to learn -- innovative fleet
management information geared toward the future that will help you do
your best everyday. The improvements and ideas you'll learn will
positively impact how you perform your job.

Come network with your fellow fleet professionals from federal, state,
local, and foreign governments as well as the private sector. Share your
experiences with others. Learn from others' knowledge and skills.
Exchange information, ask challenging questions, and make invaluable
contacts

The FedFleet workshops and exhibits will help you keep up with new fleet
information, technology, and trends.

We have expanded the number of exhibit hall hours! You'll 17 hours to
visit with exhibitors and discuss your specific needs. You'll walk
through a hall full of the products, services, and emerging electronic
technologies needed for efficient and effective fleet operation and
management. The exhibitors can help you resolve the problems you are
facing and help you meet the challenges of tomorrow. You'll learn
solutions to industry-wide obstacles.

The workshop speakers are experienced fleet professionals who will share
their knowledge with you and provide concrete examples and valuable
information. They'll help you meet your individual challenges and
industry-wide obstacles and remain competitive in our rapidly changing
world.

Some of the workshop sessions we are planning for you are:

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height="1.6590277777777778in"} Judy shows attendees how to *embrace
change* creatively and with humor. She provides tools and strategies to
face the many challenges of change, and to take those challenges and
make them into *opportunities*. Judy talks about how change is a part of
the cycle of life. We can ignore it, run from it, or embrace it as part
of the adventure of life and have a good laugh. Judy will also show you
how to turn problems into punch lines and *resolve conflict* as you face
the *stressors* in life and work. Her "Don't get mad, get funny
philosophy" will inspire you to deal with stressful issues with a *sense
of humor*, rather than a sense of desperation.

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As the landscape for business continues to change, a *clear vision* is
the key to successfully navigating *tomorrow's* unchartered waters. All
organizations can better *embrace the future* by becoming more
innovative. The *Art of Vision* is a program specifically designed to
utilize *unconventional* wisdom, identify roadblocks to *success*, and
build a *vision for the future*. Using his incredible artistic skills as
a vehicle and by breaking apart traditional thinking, Erik channels
success strategies and explores new levels of vision and *performance*
through creativity. Discover how you can sharpen your *creative* skills
and achieve extraordinary *results*. Identify a personal style for
inspiring yourself and others to *rethink* vision and purpose. The
principles of this program will redefine the role of a *leader* as an
artist as well as an architect.

The Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers is our headquarter hotel
([**www.sheraton.com/newyork**](http://www.sheraton.com/newyork)). To
make your reservation, call 212-581-1000 and ask for the ***[group rate
for FedFleet 2004]{.underline}***. The prevailing per diem rate is being
offered to **[both]{.underline}** federal **[and]{.underline}**
non-federal participants. This rate is available from check-in on July
14^th^ through check-out on July 26^th^ to accommodate those who want to
spend extra time in the area. We strongly encourage you to make your
reservations soon!

On-line attendee and exhibitor registration is available at
[**www.fedfleet.org**](http://www.fedfleet.org/). It's quick, easy, and
convenient so don't delay...register today!

Please check back often to **[www.fedfleet.org]{.underline}** for
important information and updates. We continually update the website as
new developments occur and new information is available. For example,
you can find helpful details about:

-   the overall agenda

-   workshop titles, descriptions, and speakers

-   registered exhibitors, their booth space number, and location

-   ground transportation options to and from the airport

-   free shuttle bus transportation between the Sheraton and Javits
    Center (schedule of service and pick-up and drop-off points)

-   information on fun and exciting things to do in your free time and
    links to [**www.nycvisit.com**](http://www.nycvisit.com/) (the NYC &
    Company Convention and Visitors Bureau website) and
    [**www.newyorksightseeing.com**](http://www.newyorksightseeing.com/)
    (the website for Gray Line New York Sightseeing)

If you have not received information in the mail about FedFleet 2004,
please e-mail your mailing address to
[**help@fedfleet.org**](mailto:help@fedfleet.org) and we will add you to
our mailing list.

FedFleet 2004 is shaping-up to be a wonderful event and a worthwhile and
quality training opportunity. It will be a memorable event in an
extraordinary city! Come a few days early or stay a few days longer,
take advantage of the special hotel rate, and enjoy your stay in New
York City.

FedFleet is for the federal fleet community and your agency's
participation makes a difference and matters to us. We appreciate your
continued support!

Please spread the word to all your colleagues.

See **[YOU]{.underline}** in the Big Apple in July 2004!