Annual Convention

November 5th and 6th, 2010
Peachtree-Wyndham Conference Center
Peachtree City , Georgia

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Make plans to join your fellow reporters at GCCRA's annual continuing education convention where you can network, earn continuing education credits, and learn something new. Credits approved by NCRA, NVRA, and ICJE.

   
2443 Highway 54 West
Peachtree City, GA 30269
Phone: (770) 487-2000

Welcome Reception

Come meet and greet your fellow reporters and colleagues. A welcome reception will be held in the Peachtree Ballroom from 7 pm to 11 pm. Complimentary beer and wine will be served from 7 pm until 8 pm. Take advantage of this wonderful networking opportunity to meet reporters, scopists, transcriptionists, proofreaders, and students. It will also be a perfect time for reporters to reconnect with friends they haven’t seen in a while.

The exhibitor gallery will be open to all during this time.  Come check out the latest products.

Exhibitor Gallery

The Exhibitor Gallery will be open for a total of 12 hours from Thursday through Saturday to allow attendees the opportunity to view demonstrations of the latest products.

For Sale

Here's your opportunity to score big! Be your own exhibitor! If you have gently used products you no longer need, bring them to the convention to sell. This is a wonderful opportunity to make some cash, as well as provide students with inexpensive equipment and software.

GCCRA will have a booth in the Exhibitor Gallery where you may drop your items off to sell. "For Sale tags" will be provided, which will include item description, cost, seller, etc. The booth will be open during the following hours:

Remember: One man's trash is another man's treasure, so clean out those closets!

Banquet

A banquet will be held Friday evening from 7 pm to 11 pm. This is a prime social event for reporters to network with scopists, transcriptionists, proofreaders, and students. It will also be a perfect time to reconnect with friends you haven't seen in a while.

The Exhibitor Gallery will be open at this time as well. This will provide ample opportunity to check out exciting new developments in software and products.

The banquet includes dinner, along with entertainment provided by the Etowah Jazz Society, featuring our own Dennis Bull! The Etowah Jazz Society is a not-for-profit jazz band whose mission is to provide performances of quality enjoyable and meaningful music to all.  Their offerings range from jazz standards to Big Band era music, as well as pop and Broadway hits, so they have something for everyone to enjoy!

Banquet cost: $30.

Agenda

Course Description

ONE-HOUR TRANSCRIPTS
Dorothy Blankenship

In this seminar, you will learn how to provide One-Hour Transcripts; that is, fully audio-scoped and fully proofed transcripts ready to be either printed or sent electronically to any requesting parties within the hour of any proceeding’s conclusion, regardless of the skill level of the reporter and regardless which CAT system the reporter utilizes. Scopists and proofers can be in remote locations. This method is completely automated and behind the scenes so that the court reporter, the scopist, and the proofer is not bothered with the logistics of file transfers, and each is free to perform their respective duties.

Each participant will be provided:

• Printouts with step-by-step instructions and pictures on the mechanics of the setup for both court reporters and scopists;
• The tools required will be explained in detail, along with some networking basics;
• Useful information on how to improve one’s skills in order to expedite the process even more over time.

In one success story, a single reporter took a month-long daily copy job, with two scopists, two proofreaders. The transcript was delivered by 7:30 each evening, despite an hour’s drive home for the reporter. Since one of the scopists was on the West Coast and the reporter on the East Coast, the scopist was finished by 12:00 noon each day, allowing her the freedom to scope for other clients as well during this period of time, the ability to maintain other clients as well. No multiple reporters, no importing scopists, no setting up war rooms, no hotel/motel expenses.

Five-hour long seminar. No equipment is necessary for this instruction, but you're welcome to bring your equipment if you would like. There will be a question-and-answer session. Also, a booth will be provided on Saturday for those needing further clarification and/or instruction.


IN SEARCH OF THE BEST COMPUTER
Angie Ryder

Do you get frustrated when shopping for a computer? Do you feel lost trying to decide between SSD and HDD? Maybe you wonder what SSD and HDD are. Then come learn some basic computer terminology, from hardware to compatibility. The emphasis will be on knowledge needed when shopping for new computers and/or their peripherals and on terminology of processes utilized by court reporters. Topics will cover everything from CPUs, RAM, cache, etcetera, to subjects such as what a dual boot is and what are the differences in a partitioned and nonpartitioned hard drive.

AM I SECURE ENOUGH?
Angie Ryder

With the Internet has come concern for Internet security. From banking and shopping to sending and receiving e-mails, there's always a concern about the security of your information, as well as the avoidance of viruses, worms, and so forth. Get a fundamental understanding of security issues that computer users encounter and some options to deal with them. Discussions will include what virus scanners and Internet suites do for you, creating and utilizing passwords, wireless access points, and personally identifiable information.


WHERE IS THAT FILE WHEN YOU NEED IT!
Angie Ryder

Almost every day court reporters are creating, transferring, and storing files. The amount can quickly become overwhelming. This course will give you an opportunity to explore different options for transferring and storing files. Emphasis will be on the pros and cons of different transfer and storage options.

(Please Note: The terminology in this course will have been defined during "In Search of the Best Computer”)


LET'S LIGHTEN OUR LOAD
Angie Ryder

Are you overworked? Do you feel like your list of things to do is always growing and never ending? Are you turning down jobs because you have transcripts that you have to get out? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to utilize a scopist or transcriptionist? Come learn all you ever needed to know about working with a scopist and transcriptionist, even tips on how to find the right one for you. This is your opportunity to learn all the ways scopists and transcriptionists can benefit your business, including increasing your income.


DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?
Angie Ryder

Audio is supposed to aid court reporters. Do you find yourself battling to hear what's in your audio files? Is there a hum in your audio file that's driving you nuts? Do you know some of the programs and features available to you when dealing with audio? Here is an opportunity to explore some different audio programs, features, and functions to help you in your job. Come learn information such as how to amplify your audio file, how to cut and paste portions of your audio file to post to a forum or to e-mail to someone, how to convert your audio to a different format. We'll cover all of this and more as we explore all about audio.

Registration

REGISTRATION DATE

Registration may be made online or by mail. Late registration fees of $25 are incurred on or after October 1, 2010. Payments may be made by check. Credit cards wil be accepted through online registration.


REGISTRATION COST

Hotel Accommodations

Peachtree-Wyndham Conference Center, 2443 Highway 54 West, Peachtree City, Georgia 30269 .

We understand it's especially nice to have a truly welcoming retreat all your own when you're traveling. So each and every one of our 250 hotel rooms here at the Wyndham Peachtree City Conference Center comes with private outdoor space and all those little details you could ever want to feel completely comfortable. On the bed you'll find a soft pillowtop mattress and our own 100% cotton BeWellSM Bedding. In the bathroom, granite surfaces, make-up mirrors, embroidered robes and True Blue® Spa bath products bring the pampering to new heights. For those who can't live without a little extra indulgence, you can enjoy a massage right in your room. An ergonomic deskchair at your personal workstation ensures your back will never have a complaint in the morning. And a free wireless Internet connection guarantees you're never out of touch.

ClearAir Rooms: A number our hotel rooms are specially equipped to boost air quality to an unsurpassed level. These select rooms use the PURE system that includes: mattress and pillow encasements that eliminate dust and allergens, a state-of-the-art air purification system, and specially treated surfaces. It all adds up to an experience any guest is sure to appreciate, especially allergy sufferers.

ROOM RATES

With 18 wooded acres, let's just say it's the natural choice for any meeting.
Be rejuvenated. At the Wyndham Peachtree City Conference Center near Atlanta, you can attend an event while still attending to yourself. Our meandering drive, acres upon acres of woodsy grounds, and jars of fresh lavender in the lobby welcome you and let you know your time here is not all about business. Take a moment to enjoy the fountains, read a book in the Library, or simply stroll the property and reflect on the day's events. It's nice to know we're less than 40 minutes from downtown Atlanta and all it has to offer.

Wii in our Lounge, a soak in our two whirlpools, or racquetball on our private courts – Peachtree is ripe with options.
Just because you may be here for business doesn't mean you can't have a little pleasure, too. No matter what your taste, we're sure to have a great way to unwind right here on the property. Volleyball, two pools and even backgammon in the Library – it's all here. When you're ready to really relax, sit by the fire or head to one of our beautifully furnished guestrooms. Enjoy a delicious meal at our Terrace Restaurant or order something special from room service. Those in the mood for something tall and cold will want to check out the Lounge – it even offers fun gaming options. For anyone who doesn't seem to have enough hours in the day, our Business Center is open around the clock. We're proud to say we're an IACC Meeting Center and the only one in the region with all ClearAir™ meeting rooms.

Explore nearly 100 miles of pathways – or dozens and dozens of great stores.
We think Peachtree City is as quaint as the name implies. But don't be fooled, the area is blooming with things to do while you're our guest. Enjoy local activities such as biking or walking our abundant array of multi-use pathways. We even have our own golf cart rental, so you can really cover some ground. Those who can't get enough Georgia sunshine will love playing 18 holes at the adjacent Flat Creek Golf Club. Or try The Avenue Shopping Center for over 180,000 square feet of open-air retail fun. Atlanta isn't far, so there's no need to ever miss a Braves or Hawks game. Lovers of history will be sure to enjoy the fascinating Jimmy Carter Library & Museum. Since we're a quick 23 miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, getting to your gate absolutely is no problem.

Directions

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