Jazz fans know that New Orleans' JazzFest begins in New Orleans today, and for two music and food-filled weekends, JazzFest fans get to hear the best in the business on 12 stages under the hot Louisiana sun. But in the spring of…
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Webinar: DRI Foundation FAQs
You know DRI International, but you may not know about the Disaster Recovery International Foundation. That's why we're holding a "DRI Foundation FAQs" webinar - to raise awareness of the foundation and its projects, to let you know how you can…
Tragedy, Triumph, and True Stories
We've talked about the things to do in New Orleans, the excitement of the city, and vitality that exists throughout. But now, I want to talk about the vitality and strength of the people of this town. I have been…
New Orleans Is Picture Perfect!
In recent weeks we have discussed various fun aspects of New Orleans: the food, music venues, shopping, recreational ideas, tours, volunteerism, festivals, and various neighborhoods. What I haven't talked to you about yet is one of my favorite things: photography!…
A New Orleans Journey, Take That First Step
Today is my daughter's 32nd birthday. And two years after Katrina, my daughter joined me and my wife as we all volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in New Orleans. From a young person's perspective, my daughter really enjoyed the experience.…
Volunteer Day: Last Chance to Sign Up is TODAY! And Another Project Underway!
Today is the last chance to sign up for DRI Volunteer Day. It's already officially sold out but we wanted to give one last chance for volunteers to join us May 19 in New Orleans. So, we've worked with Habitat…
Beyond the Cookie Break …and All About That New Orleans Boogaloo
New Orleans is a terrific place to attend a conference, and DRI2012 is a terrific conference - one that provides an amazing opportunity for you to hear presentations from the leaders in your field. This is not one of those conferences where…
Silent Auction Items That Will Make You Want to Shout
A football signed by Eli Manning. A Cancun vacation. An enormous flat screen HDTV. Broadway tickets. Items from a wide variety of sports teams. Those are just a few of the items that will be auctioned off by the DRI…
Swamp Tours, Voodoo, Haunted Mansions? It’s Just May in New Orleans!
We've talked about the many things that you can do in New Orleans while in town for the conference. If you are planning to come early (for Volunteer Day) and stay on after the conference ends, there are many wonderful…
BCP’s Got the Beat – Toning Up And Tuning In!
Although you'll be attending DRI2012 to build BCP muscle by participating in great sessions and terrific workshops provided by stars in our industry, don't miss the chance to tone up and tune in! A great workout (professional or physical) always…