2012 Fall Technical Seminar & Expo October 10 – 13, 2012 ... - IKECA

NETWORKING EVENTSDine Around DinnersWednesday, October 10, 20126:00 pm - 8:00 pmDine around dinners are a great way to make new contacts! You willhave the option to select one of three pre-made reservations at localrestaurants in Indianapolis with fellow IKECA members for dinner.Please note attendees are responsible for the cost of dinner and transportation.To sign up please select “Yes, I am interested in receivingmore information about the IKECA’s Dine around Wednesday, October10, 2012” when registering and someone from IKECA will contact youdirectly. For more information please contact IKECA’s Meeting Coordinator,Jenna Coletti at jcoletti@fernley.com.Informal Networking at Pullman’s Bar (at Crowne Plaza)Wednesday, October 10, 20128:00 pm - 10:00 pmFor those that arrive to Indianapolis on Wednesday afternoon/evening,the hotel bar, Pullman’s Bar, will be the IKECA meet up spot. This is agreat time to meet new members, vendors and other IKECA attendees.New Member/1st Time Attendee Breakfast with BoardThursday, October 11, 20128:00 am - 9:00 amWe invite new members and first-time time meeting attendees to attenda special breakfast with members of the IKECA Board of Directors.This is an opportunity to meet the Board, establish contacts, andlearn how to get the most out of the conference and your membership.ReceptionThursday, October 11, 20125:30 pm - 7:00 pmAfter a lively day of education, brainstorming and problem solving,chances are that you will be ready for cocktail hour! Please join IKECAexhibitors, invited AHJs and other attendees in winding down the day;this is a great opportunity to build on conversations from the day andspeak to vendors you haven’t yet had a chance to visit.CONFERENCE SITE & HOTEL INFORMATIONConference SiteIndianapolis has a quality about it that makes even the heart of a bustlingdowntown feel like home. Enjoy the top-notch professional sportsvenues, thriving convention industry and numerous cultural attractions.While visiting, you will experience the Hoosier character and hospitalitythat make Indianapolis special. The city is filled with culture, shoppingand dining. It is a city that is easy to fall in love with whether your tripcarries you there on business or for pleasure.For more information on all that Indianapolis has to offer, visithttp://visitindy.com/.Hotel ReservationsCrowne Plaza at Historic Union Station123 West Louisiana StreetIndianapolis, IN 46225Website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/crowneplaza/hotels/us/en/indianapolis/inddt/hoteldetailPhone: 317-631-2221It is vitally important that you reserve your accommodations at the IKE-CA host hotel. IKECA is contractually obligated to fill our room blockand may be exposed to significant financial liability should our membersfail to support this room block.IKECA has negotiated discounted room rates for the 2012 TechnicalSeminar at the Crowne Plaza at Historic Union Station. A special rateof $119 (plus tax) for single and double rooms have been arrangedat the Crowne Plaza. Currently, taxes total 17% and are subject tochange. Please make your reservation directly with Crowne Plaza bycalling 888-233-9527. You may also click the following link to book online:Click here to book now.Book early! The limited amount of rooms at this rate will be availableuntil September 19, 2012 or until the room block sells out, whichevercomes first. Reservations made after this date will be accepted on afirst-come, first-served basis at the nearest available rate. When makingyour reservation, please be sure to mention you are with IKECA toobtain the group rate.Cancellation PolicyIf you should need to cancel your reservation, please do so by 6pm theday of arrival to avoid a penalty charge of one night’s room and tax.Check In/Check Out TimeCheck in time is after 4:00 pm and check out is 12:00 pm.Guest Room AmenitiesFree internet is included in the hotel guest rooms and in the lobby area.Click here for a full list of guest amenities.2012 Fall Technical Seminar & Expo 5