At this information-packed event, you'll learn:

• How to create more accurate and reliable designs
• How to communicate more effectively between consultants and clients
• How to improve coordination and collaboration, and better manage complex designs

Date:
Thursday June 21, 2007
Time:
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Address:
Ottawa Congress Centre (map)
55 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa, Ontario  K1N 9J2
Canada

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(Free, but limited seating)

Speakers

Lynn Allen, Cadalyst columnist and worldwide Autodesk Technical Evangelist, speaks to more than 30,000 users each year. For the past fourteen years she has written a monthly column in Cadalyst magazine called "Circles and Lines." Lynn started using AutoCAD® software with Release 1.4, over 20 years ago, and has taught at the corporate and collegiate level for 13 years. A sought-after public speaker with a unique comedic style, Lynn is always one of the highest rated speakers at Autodesk University®. Her latest book is entitled AutoCAD Professional Tips and Techniques.

Heidi Hewett began using AutoCAD in 1986 and has been employed by Autodesk since 1992. At Autodesk, Heidi has held a variety of AutoCAD related positions including product support technician, training specialist, and senior applications engineer. In her current position as an AutoCAD technical product manager, Heidi provides technical insight and knowledge to the AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT product teams. Heidi is a regular presenter at AUGI CAD Camps, Autodesk University and currently hosts the popular AutoCAD Insider blog on Autodesk.com. Join Heidi to get an insider's look at AutoCAD in action.

Peter Southwood is a Geospatial Technical Specialist and Evangelist for Autodesk's Geospatial Solutions, specializing in GIS, web and mobile applications. Prior to his current position, Peter was the lead GIS Sales Engineer for Autodesk Asia Pacific. Before joining Autodesk, Peter was with Graphic Data Systems (GDS) where he was the primary technical lead in the workstation GIS and PC based CAD solutions group. At GDS, Peter also held a senior account management position. Since 1982 Peter has been working in the CAD/GIS industry, including CAD system management positions with some of the premier architectural practices in the United Kingdom.

Pete Kelsey, a long time customer of the Autodesk product line, has worn many hats during his career. He worked for several civil engineering firms as a Civil Designer, Land Surveyor, and CAD Manager. He also worked for an Autodesk reseller as an instructor, a systems integrator, and a trusted advisor to firms large and small all over the world. In 2001, Pete started K-TEK Solutions which in five years grew to 74 people in seven countries. Pete's civil engineering industry experience and his engaging and entertaining delivery style have gained him worldwide notoriety. This history gives Pete a true field to finish perspective and a wealth of experience to share. In the summer of 2006 Pete came full circle and joined the Autodesk team as the Civil Engineering Technical Evangelist. In this role Pete will carry on as trusted advisor to customers worldwide.

April 12, 2007

Thanks to all who supported us at CADCamp this April by purchasing tickets for the raffle of AUGI and CADOPOLIS.com provided goodies! Great to see you all and looking forward to seeing you again at our May meeting when we learn, network and have a draw for Revit 9.0 and AutoCAD 2007.

Congratulations to our winners:
 
Aivars Trankalis:
who won 2 draws with his tickets AutoDesk AutoCAD 2007, AutoTable for AutoCAD byCadig and AcroPlot PDF - Full version by CADzation 

François Dagenais:
AutoDesk Revit 9.0 and 100 Plus Hatch Pattern Library by Compugraphx