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EVENTS The Rental Show events give you the time and access you need to meet people from throughout the U.S., Canada and around the world to learn from their experiences. These relaxed venues connect you with people who understand the rental business for a whole new way to look at your profitability. Make CONNECTIONS Get NEW IDEAS Sunday Feb. 22 Noon – 1:30 p.m. Networking Lunch With ARA La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Sponsored by Doosan Portable Power, Infor, John Deere and Subaru Industrial Power Products Your fellow rental industry pros are the ultimate source for profit-boosting ideas. Connect with them at this networking lunch that provides the ideal break between the morning and afternoon educational seminars. Key volunteer leaders of ARA will be recognized during the Lunch for their outstanding involvement, and the 2014 Certified Event Rental Professional (CERP) graduates will be acknowledged. Tickets are $8 per person. Advance registration and ticket required. All participants in the Sunday seminars are encouraged to attend. 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. ARA Young Professionals Network Reception Barcadia New Orleans 601 Tchoupitoulas St. New Orleans Sponsored by AL-KO Axis, ARA Foundation and Arrow Material Handling Products Looking to connect with young rental professionals like you? Here's the perfect opportunity. The Young Professionals Network is designed for those between the ages of 18–40 to help them expand their ARA business network, and this reception provides a fun and relaxing environment to do just that. Barcadia New Orleans is a combination arcade/restaurant/bar that includes everything from award-winning gourmet burgers and 44 craft beers to an entire wall of 1980s arcade games available to play for free and a 5-ft. tall Connect Four game. This is your time to meet people who can share experiences and advice to help you build your business at home. I.D. required. Tickets are $50 per person. Advance registration and ticket required. 32