Austin, Texas. Celebrating 45 years of industry leadership, the Bearing Specialist Association (BSA) 2011 Annual Convention will feature a variety of speakers and presentations, including "Growing with People" by Connie Podesta, "Growing with Energy/Sustainability Opportunities," by Dr. Michael Webber and "Growing with Motivation" by Andy Andrews. Carl James, CEO of BDI Group, will give an update on the bearing industry from the distributor perspective while L. Jeffrey Manzagol, president of Kaydon Bearings Division, will update the bearing industry from the perspective of the American Bearings Manufacturers Association (ABMA). The schedule also includes conference table sessions, one-on-one meetings and informal networking opportunities.