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Top 3 Reasons You’ll Want to Attend the 2021 Arkansas Damage Prevention Summit
1. In the first place, this event is focused on creating the environment for a respectful and honest discussion of what the future of damage prevention looks like in Arkansas. We’ll discuss
why recent legislation that promoted enforcement for all underground utilities without regard for type failed. Additionally, we will discuss what can be done to move the process forward
in the upcoming legislative sessions. This year’s sessions include a look at how neighboring states have addressed enforcement that includes enforcement boards and the involvement of the state’s regulatory agencies. Take a look at
safety experts, along with surprises,
like an up-close look at the 811 bass boat. Mark Stowe, ambassador for
all things outdoors will be there to
talk to you about his experiences as
a landscaper, professional fisherman and now a star of television with “The Direction.” If you are into protecting your underground facilities in Arkansas, you will want to attend this event that is designed for you.
all utilities is always the theme at
the Summit. Whether it is changing business practices or working to create legislation that moves us to a safer Arkansas, you should care how that’s done and your feedback is important in the process. So, yes... attending the Summit will be valuable to you. All stakeholders are invited to attend
so as to bring their experiences and perspectives to help create Arkansas solutions for Arkansas issues. We do not believe we ought to continue to do things just because that’s the way we’ve always done them.
We hope to see you at the 2021 Arkansas Damage Prevention Summit scheduled for July 19 – 21 at the Embassy Suites
in Rogers. Go to www.arkansas. damagepreventionsummit.com and register for an event that is designed
to challenge and inspire you to make a difference!
our session schedule at www.arkansas. damagepreventionsummit.com and click on agenda to find what interests you.
3. And in the third place, the Arkansas Damage Prevention Summit is the only show that focuses on the protection all utilities in the first
place. This is not a gas show and not
a water or wastewater show. It is not
a communications show, or an electric show. Each of those associations do a tremendous job of training and focusing on their specific industry. However, damage prevention should not have a boundary within the state. Protecting
2. In the second place, networking with people you need to know, but may have never met. Introduced to an exhibit hall filled with damage prevention and
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