2008
Activities
Wednesday, 
April 9th
9:00 am - 3:00pm
Golf Tournament

Location: Maderas Golf Course

Ranked the #1 golf course in San Diego County, Maderas Golf club is quietly tucked away amidst the rolling hills of north San Diego, just minutes from downtown. Designed by Johnny Miller and Robert Muirgraves, Maderas offers a unique combination of golf course strategy and design mastery, while taking the concept of upscale golf to exhilarating levels.

INCLUDES:

  • Transportation to and from the course
  • Box Lunch
  • Green Fees and Cart
  • Practice Range Balls
  • Shotgun Start
  • Rental clubs available for $70

Price:  $225
Wednesday, 
April 9th
5:30am - 1:00pm
Fishing Trip

Our exclusive Half Day trip aboard the Sea Watch is the perfect setting for both the beginner and avid fisherman. Fishing ranges from La Jolla south to Imperial Beach, giving you a good view of the California coastline as well as good fishing.

During the spring months you'll go in search of Yellowtail, Barracuda, and Bass in the Point Loma and La Jolla kelp beds.  For the first timers, the crew will be more than happy to help you set up your gear and get fishing. If you have a little more experience, they can give you some pointers to make your trip more enjoyable.

During your trip, you'll be on board the Sea Watch.  With its 65' length and 20' beam, it is the best local fishing vessel.  This boat has been reserved exclusively as an IFA charter.

INCLUDES:

  • Fishing Boat and Guide
  • Tackle and equipment
  • California Fishing License
  • Bait and ice
  • Bottled water, soft drinks, beer and lunch

Price:  $160
Wednesday
April 9th
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Welcome Reception
The Welcome Reception is jointly sponsored by:

         Resource Management Partners, Inc.

         Aquent

The Welcome Reception will be held in the Oceanfront Ballroom, of the Hotel Del Coronado.  This elegant ballroom features crystal chandeliers, tapestry draperies, and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.    This reception is designed to give Factoring Conference attendees an opportunity to socialize with other participants and vendors.

The Welcome Reception is open to all conference attendees and their guests.

Thursday, 
April 10th
9:00am - 3:00pm
Guest Tour - San Diego City Excursion

Our tour begins with a scenic drive through San Dan for a fun & informative adventure in one of America's finest cities.  Near the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park exists a little-known but very special Victorian Village known as Heritage Park. The seven structures, which are the focal point of the grounds, were constructed between 1887 and 1896 and have maintained their beauty and intrigue over the years.

You will be treated to a docent-led tour of the park, with ample free time to explore the Country Craftsman located inside the Burton House. In addition to the over 100 artisans displaying their wares in this historic structure, a four-walled mural depicting San Diego at the turn of the century is always an attention grabber.

You will enjoy a delicious three-course lunch then continuing to the enchanting Balboa Park, recognized as San Diego’s cultural heart, and home to many of the city’s most acclaimed museums. The scenic backdrop to the museums is the Park itself, with incredible landscaping and architecture.  A drive through the grounds will familiarize participants with the available activities and locations for them to enjoy some of the most beautiful gardens and open space in Southern California.

INCLUDES:

  • Private Air-conditioned Transportation

  • Tour guide for all tours

  • Lunch

  • All taxes and gratuities

PRICE:            $160
Thursday,
April 10th
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bibby Social

The Bibby Social will be sponsored by:

       Bibby Financial Services (Holdings), Inc.

The Bibby Social is open to all conference attendees and their guests.  Food, drinks and entertainment will be provided.

Location: Windsor Lawn at The Hotel Del Coronado

Extending from the Victorian Building towards the Pacific Ocean, the Windsor Lawn makes the most of the ideal Southern California climate as a setting for elegant outdoor events.
Friday, 
April 11th
6:30pm - 10:00pm
Banquet Dinner 

Join the informal event allowing the Factoring Conference participants to network in a casual setting.   Appetizers and cocktails will be served followed by dinner. Entertainment will be provided.

Location: Midway Aircraft Carrier

“Midway Magic” is a historical fact. It was a term known throughout the Navy as the USS Midway steamed through a 47-year career of service to country. Imagine a carrier that was commissioned in 1945 and served as a flagship in Desert Storm in 1991. No other carrier served as long as the USS Midway. Reception will be held on the flight deck and dinner served in the hanger bays.

Admission to the Banquet Dinner is included with your conference registration. Transportation will leave the hotel lobby at 6:15pm.

The Banquet Dinner is sponsored by:
     Crestmark Commercial Capital Lending
    Gulf Coast Business Credit
   Factor Source
  CapitalSource
Saturday, 
April 12th
9:30am - 5:00pm
Temecula Wine Tasting

Following a scenic route passing equestrian ranches, vineyards, citrus orchards, and stately mansions entering wine country, Wilson Creek Winery is one of the Temecula Valley’s most popular vineyards, and the initial stop for wine tasting. The signature item, Almond Champagne, may be the talk of the visit, as well as a heavily purchased product.

Frangipani Winery, located on a beautiful southern California ranch complex in a peaceful, picturesque valley, is the next destination. Owner and winemaker Don Frangipani personally welcomes guests to sample his wines and participate in a private tour he conducts. Lunch will be served during this visit.

VR La Cereza Winery is the ultimate stop for wine tasting. Guests will be on their own to enjoy the surroundings of this interesting boutique winery featuring a beautiful tasting room and high-end gift area with various pieces of modern art displayed. Two years running a VR La Cereza red, then white, have been awarded the honor of Temecula’s best wine in an intra-winery competition.

INCLUDES:

  • Private Motor Coach for IFA
  • All Winery Tasting Fees
  • Picnic Lunch
  • All Gratuities

Price:      $220
Saturday, 
April 12th
10:30am - 4:30pm
Kitesurf Lessons

Kitesurfing is a new and exciting water sport for the new millennium.  The idea behind kitesurfing is very simple. A kitesurfer stands on a board with foot straps or bindings and use the power of a large controllable kite to propel them and the board across the water.

Our lessons will take place in Coronado Bay.
INCLUDES:

  • 5 hour lesson (2.5 on land + 2.5 on the water)
  • All Equipment
  • Transportation to and from the Hotel
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
  • Safely rig, launch, fly, land and de-rig a kite (all hands on and tons of fun).
  • Interpret wind direction, speed and form a comprehensive understanding of the power zone.
  • Learn what equipment will be appropriate for you.
  • Understand what areas are appropriate, and not appropriate to practice honing your skills.
  • Bodyskirf across our exclusive bay from Coronado to Chula Vista! We follow you closely on a jet ski, as you are pulled across the bay by an inflatable four-line kite. The jet ski allows us to be right behind you, in order to provide tips and answer any questions you might have. When it is time to land your kite, you simply release your kite and enjoy a jet ski ride back up wind to Coronado.
  • Master upwind bodyskirfing, self rescue, and water re-launching your kite. Learn water starting, board control, and basic jibe techniques.

Price:  $295
Saturday, 
April 12th
9:00am - 12pm
Operations Round Table

The Operations Round Table has been one of the most popular events of the Factoring Conference.  This event brings together small groups who have a common interest in a particular issue. Over the course of the morning, they explore continuing and emerging opportunities and issues in an environment that provides both formal and informal opportunities for sharing ideas.

Some of the comments from previous Conference Attendees:

  • "One of the most helpful sessions at the conference"
    Andrew Boele van Hensbroek, CashFlow Finance Australia Pty, Ltd

  • " Very good opportunity to speak frankly about the factoring issues."
    Ewa Grzesik, Factoring Corporativo

  • "Round table is always the best!"
    Lori Gustaf, Assist Financial Services

  • "Very informative"
         Kendal Owens, Coast to Coast Capital

The Operations Round Table is open to all conference attendees.  Continental Breakfast is included.

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