ADD Systems hosted its largest Business Tech Conference ever this May. The 2023 BTC featured over 600 attendees and over 25 exhibitors. We’ve consistently grown our attendance, leading us to hold this year’s BTC at our largest location yet, Disney’s beautiful Yacht and Beach Club Resorts. It was a week filled with networking, sharing best practices, learning about the latest ADD software, meeting with exhibitors, and fun for the whole family.
The event started off with ADD Systems President Bruce C. Bott honoring his late father, Bruce A. Bott, the founder of ADD Systems. He shared his father’s words of wisdom: “Be honest, be fair, and treat others as you would like to be treated,” a sentiment he and the ADD Systems staff carry on to this day. All of the platinum sponsors, gold sponsors, and exhibitors featured during the BTC were also recognized. Lastly, Bruce gave a quick glimpse of the types of sessions clients could expect during the BTC.
Informative Sessions
Tuesday through Thursday brought informative sessions, Q & A discussions, sponsor presentations, ADD User Group (AUG) meetings, and more. The sessions covered all ADD products.
The ADD User Group and Networking
The ADD User Group held its annual meetings during the BTC. Many clients who had not yet joined the AUG got to hear the benefits, including collaboration with their peers, best practices for ADD software, and being an integral part of ADD product development. All BTC attendees got time to network at sessions, lunches, and evening events. It was clear that supportive communities brought together with a common goal help improve overall business operations and ADD software.
Social Evening Events
With days full of learning, networking, and professional collaboration, we knew it would be important to unwind during the night with both fun and relaxing activities! Attendees and their families were treated to beachside dinners, exclusive access to Disney theme-park rides, and more! Here is a breakdown of BTC evening events:
Welcome Reception at Shipwreck Beach: Attendees and their families got to relax by the water and enjoy a delicious buffet. It was the perfect night for attendees and ADD employees to relax, have a couple of drinks, and network with others.
Animal Kingdom Dinner & Pandora – World of Avatar: BTC participants were dined and entertained at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, followed by a dessert party at Pandora – World of Avatar. One of the most special parts of this night was the private access to Avatar Flight of Passage and Na’vi River Journey!
Thursday Night Luau: Even though the weather challenged us, with a little Disney magic we were able to bring the luau, that was supposed to be at Typhoon Lagoon, indoors! We relaxed (Hawaiian shirts, leis, and all!) at the luau in the BTC conference center! With great food, drinks, and entertainment, everyone got to end their BTC week with relaxation, fun, and great memories.
Hear What Clients Have to Say about the BTC
“What I would suggest to people, if they’re on the fence about coming to the BTC, is absolutely do it. I’ve learned just this morning ten things that I had no idea were either in the pipeline or have already been developed that we’re not taking part in yet, which is something we’re going to be taking back to our operations starting Monday morning.”
- Tedd Teschner, HOP Energy
“Being able to visit with your peers in different companies, to find out what they’re doing, find out how they’re using the different systems, we can evaluate whether we need to make changes or consider doing something different.”
- Carolyn Taylor, Sayle Oil Company
“Whether it’s finally getting to meet some of the people with ADDs that I’ve talked to online or on the phone, to meeting other people, even maybe 30 miles away from me . . . just love it. So, come down to the BTC, no matter how much time you want to put in, but I recommend booking your schedule out.”
- Paul Borneman, Island Energy Services
We want to thank everyone that took part in the BTC this year, whether you were an attendee, exhibitor, sponsor, employee, or a family member that joined us for evening events! On our 50th anniversary, this was our most special BTC yet, and we can’t wait to have you participate in the next one in 2026!
If you’d like to learn more about the BTC or have any questions, please contact marketing@addsys.com.
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