Just for FUN! Here is a running list of all the Epicor User group meetings in USA since 1999 (as far back as I remember)… Any updates posted in the comments will be moved back up to this post:
Year
Location
Entertainment
Keynote
Event Name
Event Theme name
1994
Orlando
?
?
1997
Mall of America
?
?
1999
Las Vegas (Caesars)
?
?
DUAL
Dataworks User Alliance
2000
Hawaii
?
?
Perspectives (Platinum conference)
2000
?
?
?
DUAL (Former Dataworks conference)
2001
Orlando
?
?
Perspectives
Collaborate & Conquer (Note: due to 9/11 event, the 2001 event was substantially reduced because of fear of traveling. This was the first time the MFG meeting was called Perspectives
2002
Palm Desert CA?
Dance Music Band
?
Perspectives
Think Ahead Stay Ahead
2003
Las Vegas (Caesars)
Dance Music Band
?
Perspectives
Play to Win
2004
Las Vegas (Caesars)
Dance Music Band
Jim Abbott - MLB Pitcher
Perspectives
A Global Perspective
2005
Anaheim
Dance Music Band
Dr Robert Kriegel
Perspectives
Innovate/Accelerate (first year we had “Labs”)
2006
Las Vegas (Caesars)
Jay Leno
?
Perspectives
No Limits
2007
Orlando
Disney Hollywood Studios
Dr Alan Greenspan
Perspectives
2008
Las Vegas (Caesars)
Frank Caliendo
Marcus Buckingham
Perspectives
E9 Launch
2009
Las Vegas (Caesars) ?
Tom Papas
?
Perspectives
2010
Orlando
Harry Potter Exhibit
Magic Johnson / Ray Wang
Perspectives
2011
None?
Year that We transitioned from October Perspectives to May Insights
2012
Las Vegas (Caesars)
Dana Carvey
Peter Diamandis
Perspectives
Get Inspired
2013
Nashville
Grand Ole Opry Concert w/Montgomery Gentry
Joe Montana
Insights
2014
Las Vegas
Sheryl Crow
George W Bush (jr)
Insights
2015
Nashville
Grand Ole Opry with Martina McBride, Dierks Bentley & Connie Smith
2011 was in Orlando and the Entertainment was going to the Harry Potter exhibit at Universal (it has just opened) and the Key Note was Magic Johnson (he was excellent).
took me a while, but I finally remembered that I think we skipped our annual meeting in the year 2011… prior to 2011, we always met in October… so Oct 2010 we met, and then we skipped 2011, and had a meeting in May of 2012, and then continued the spring meetings, except for 2021 when we did it in the heat of Las Vegas summer (the hottest day of the year at 127f ) and the reason it was so late was due to Vegas still being shut down for Covid that year. We were the FIRST show that was at the hotel after covid.
Here is a bit of analysis of the compiled data… Just for fun
Relationship Between Entertainment and Keynote Topics
Complementary Themes: The entertainment choices often complement the keynote topics. For example, having a motivational speaker like Magic Johnson paired with an engaging entertainment act like the Harry Potter Exhibit can create a memorable and inspiring experience for attendees.
Audience Engagement: High-energy entertainment acts, such as performances by Flo Rida or Kelly Clarkson, are likely chosen to keep the audience engaged and excited, which can enhance the overall impact of the keynote speeches.
Variety and Appeal: The variety in entertainment, from dance music bands to comedians like Frank Caliendo, ensures that there is something for everyone. This variety can help maintain a positive atmosphere and keep attendees looking forward to the next segment of the event.
Reinforcement of Event Themes: The entertainment and keynote speakers often align with the event’s overall theme. For instance, a theme like “No Limits” might feature a keynote by Condoleezza Rice, who has broken many barriers in her career, and entertainment that is equally inspiring and boundary-pushing.
