The document discusses plans for the California Preservation Conference to be held in Palm Springs in September 2018. It provides information on the mission of the California Preservation Foundation to identify, protect, and celebrate the state's historic resources. It outlines that the conference brings together over 500 preservationists and advocates each year to exchange ideas and network. Details are given on the conference structure including educational sessions and workshops, as well as the roles of various committees in planning the conference.

1. CALIFORNIA PRESERVATION CONFERENCE
All-Hands Planning Meeting
Palm Springs
September 5, 2018

2. The California Preservation
Foundation is a network of
more than 15,000 members
and supporters who work to
preserve and protect our
shared heritage.

3. ©2018 California Preservation Foundation. All rights reserved.
CALIFORNIA PRESERVATION FOUNDATION
It is the mission of the California Preservation Foundation to ensure that
California's rich and diverse historic resources are identified, protected and
celebrated for their history and their valuable role in California's economy,
environment and quality of life.
We have educated
preservation professionals and
local advocates for over 40
years, training more than 1,000
people each year.
E D U C A T E
We are the leading statewide
advocacy organization
fighting to protect our diverse
heritage at the state legislature
and Washington.
A D V O C A T E
We have recognized hundreds
of breakthrough preservation
projects with a prestigious
Preservation Design Award.
C E L E B R A T E

4. CONFERENCE OVERVIEW

5. LOCATION
The conference is held in a different
location each year.
FOCUS
The conference highlights local
preservation projects and supports
regional issues.
TRAIN
The conference provides training to
more than 500 preservationists and
advocates from across the state.
FUND
Financial support at the conference
helps to underwrite CPF’s educational
and advocacy work year round.
CALIFORNIA PRESERVATION
CONFERENCE
For more than 40 years, the annual California
Preservation Conference has brought together
people from across the state’s preservation
community to exchange ideas, network and
organize around important issues.
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6. T Y P I C A L A T T E N D E E S
Including architects,
historians, and contractors
The conference brings together more than 500 attendees
Professionals
Including city planners,
HRC members, and local
organizations
Governments &
Nonprofits
Including historic property
owners, attorneys, and
more
Advocates
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7. CONFERENCE STRUCTURE & COMMITTEES

8. CONFERENCE STRUCTURE
Educational sessions
All events tie back to the conference theme
Educational
Tracks
Mobile workshops, and
half- or full-day workshops
Workshops
Tours, receptions,
meetings, and
entertainment
Special Events
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9. Local Steering Committee
- Composed of representatives from
partner organizations
- Develops conference theme
- Recommends venues
Programs Committee
- Manages educational content and
program
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ROLES IN
CONFERENCE
PLANNING

10. LOGISTICS
COMMITTEE
Helps research and secure venues
and transportation.
FUNDRAISING
COMMITTEE
Connects CPF staff with local firms
and organizations that can support
the conference.
VOLUNTEER
COMMITTEE
Helps to recruit and manage
volunteers.
COMMUNICATIONS
COMMITTEE
Provides CPF staff with
recommendations and
introductions to local media.
STEERING SUBCOMMITTEES
Each subcommittee assists with specific areas
of the conference, from logistics to outreach,
and reports to CPF staff.
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11. COMMITTEE SIGN UP
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CPF BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Track Committee
Cindy Heitzman
CPF Executive Director
Workshop Committee
Local Steering Committee
Venues Committee
Volunteer Committee
Fundraising Committee
Communications
Committee
Study Tours Committee
Transportation
Committee
Programs Committee
Logistics Committee
Exhibitor Committee
Jon Haeber
CPF Field Services Director
Andrew Shaffer
CPF Communications Manager

12. SESSION PROPOSALS

13. QUESTIONS?

14. ashaffer@californiapreservation.org
jhaeber@californiapreservation.org
cheitzman@californiapreservation.org
415.495.0349
californiapreservation.org
5 3rd Street, Suite 424
San Francisco, CA 94103
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