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Manning is only the third quarterback in NFL history to lead multiple teams to the Super Bowl. During his first 14 NFL seasons in Indianapolis, he led the franchise to its first World Championship in 36 years, earning Super Bowl MVP honors. Manning is a graduate of the University of Tennessee, where he led the football team to an SEC championship. Also during the keynote session, the Rental Hall of Fame will welcome 2015 inductees and ARA will recognize the passing of the gavel from president Paul Phelon to Terry Turner, CERP, incoming president. ARA leadership also will discuss the association's outlook for the industry. The trade show opens immediately following the keynote session. 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Regional Receptions Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Sponsored by AirPac, Alert Management Systems, Barreto Manufacturing, Billy Goat Industries, Chicago Pneumatic Construction Equipment, Construction Product Sales, Detmer Consulting, Ditch Witch, Graco, Kwik-Covers, Lew Hudson Sales, National Event Supply, TopTec Products, Warner Shelter Systems and Watcher Total Protection Close out your first day on the trade show floor with some one-on-one networking with rental business professionals from your area. Each of ARA's 10 regions host these popular events to bring their members together for idea- sharing and business advice. The main focus is peer connection time, however, each ARA regional director will present a short volunteer recognition program. Each attendee will receive two complimentary drink tickets, with light hors d'oeuvres also served. Tickets are $20 per person. Advance registration and ticket required. Monday Feb. 23 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Keynote Session La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Presented by Peyton Manning, Super Bowl-Winning Quarterback and Five-Time NFL MVP Being a success in the rental industry takes leadership, perseverance and teamwork – which are three characteristics that describe Peyton Manning, the keynote speaker for 2015. Manning, current quarterback of the Denver Broncos and the NFL's only five-time Most Valuable Player, will share his thoughts about developing qualities of leadership, making the right decisions and what it takes to become a champion in our own lives. A New Orleans native, Manning is a 13-year Pro Bowl selection and has earned his place among the NFL's greatest quarterbacks. In two seasons with Denver, Manning has led the Broncos to consecutive 13-win seasons while throwing for an NFL-best 100 touchdowns in the regular season and playoffs. For the 2013 season, he received his fifth MVP Award from the Associated Press and was named "Sportsman of the Year" by Sports Illustrated. Sponsored by 33 MVP KEYNOTE Manning is only the third quarterback in NFL history to lead multiple teams to the Super Bowl. Full registration and ticket are required to attend the keynote session.