Special Events

5th Annual IFF Golf Tournament
The Golf Tournament is a scholarship fund-raising event sponsored by the Industrial Fabrics Foundation (IFF). It will be held on 26 October at the Magnolia Golf Course in Orlando. This four-star rated course is luxuriously surrounded by trees with the blossoms it is named for. The course is manicured to emphasize the beautiful, wide fairways so the golfers can enjoy the surrounding natural features while taking part in a challenging round of golf. The price for this event is $200, which includes greens fees, a golf cart and lunch.

8th Annual IFF Silent Auction
You are invited to participate in this very unique fundraising event: the 8th Annual Silent Auction. A live auction will be held during the Opening Reception on 27 October. To make a donation to the Silent Auction, contact the IFF Office at + 1 651 225 6545. Visit and place your bids on all the great donated items.

Welcome Reception
The Welcome Reception will provide an occasion for attendees to network with other attendees while enjoying hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the company of other experts in the fabric industry.

IFAI Annual Meeting and IFAI Expo Americas Keynote presentation
The Recovery From the Great Recession of 2008-2009.
Dr. John Connaughton, Professor of Economics and Director of the UNC Charlotte Economics Forecast, UNC Charlotte
Learn the factors that contribute to recovering from the economic conditions of the last two years from the leading source of economic information for North Carolina. Attendees will gain insight into the recovery process and the role consumer sentiment will play in the pace of expansion and job growth.

International Reception
Thursday, 28 October 2010
Orange County Convention Center
5 - 6 pm
International visitor's badge required
Beer and wine served

Chairman's Gala
Close out your Expo experience at the prestigious Chairman's Gala. Network with the IFAI community, enjoy a fabulous meal, find out about IAA Award winners, and celebrate the accomplishments of the past year.