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Benefits of attending ............................................................................................................ 1
Convention Center ................................................................................................................ 1
Dates and Schedule .............................................................................................................. 2
Entertainment, Dining, and Tours .................................................................................... 2
Exhibit Hall................................................................................................................................ 4
Housing...................................................................................................................................... 4
Registration Information and Fees .................................................................................. 5
Program Information ............................................................................................................ 6
Transportation ........................................................................................................................ 6
Area Map of Hotels ................................................................................................................7
Schedule at a Glance..............................................................................................................8
Benefits of attending
How does my attendance benefit my CU?
The CUNA GAC is the only credit union governmental affairs
conference of its kind. This event offers the opportunity to
network with peers, hear from key legislative and political
leaders, and experience a variety of breakout sessions on
credit unions’ hot issues. There is nowhere else where you can
gather with over 3,000 credit union leaders. The GAC also
offers the largest exhibit hall for credit unions, with a wide
variety of products and services for your operational needs.
How does my attendance benefit the CU movement?
The credit union movement’s future depends on strong
leadership and a continued presence on Capitol Hill. The
grassroots nature of this event sends a strong message to
Congress. Your attendance is key in demonstrating the
strength and power of 90 million credit union members.
Convention Center
Where is the Washington Convention Center?
It’s located between 7th and 9th Streets and N Street and Mt.
Vernon Place in downtown D.C., right across from the new City
Museum. The Convention Center address is:
Washington Convention Center
801 Mount Vernon Place, NW
Washington, DC 20001
See area map page 7
View information about the Convention Center location at
www.dcconvention.com/directions.aspx
Is the Convention Center easy to navigate?
Yes. The GAC will be in one section of the Convention Center.
Entrances are located on the street level. Convention shuttles
will drop off and pick up attendees from the Convention
Center’s L Street entrance. The Mt. Vernon Place entrance is
used for taxi service. Both entrances can be used for those who
walk. CUNA’s Welcome Center and conference registration will
be on the street level (Level 1) for easy registration access for
the conference. All sessions, events, and the exhibit hall are
located on Level 2, with both escalator and elevator access.
Tell me about the Convention Center.
The Convention Center is a state-of-the-art facility that offers
an abundance of opportunities for networking, seating, and
an expanded exhibit hall. The new location offers many more
restaurant and entertainment options. The success of this
premier credit union conference has necessitated the move to
a larger location in 2008. The Convention Center offers
expanded space for meetings, the exhibit hall, evening events,
and networking options. The Washington subway system, the
Metro, has a stop right at the Convention Center.
Will there be Internet access?
Yes. The conference will have expanded Internet options
including free access to the Cyber Café with computers available
for your use. WiFi service is also available in the registration area.
What are the networking options? Will there be places to
relax and meet CU peers and colleagues?
One of the benefits of the GAC is networking with your peers.
There will be several seating options available, as well as areas
serving food and beverages for your convenience. There is no
need to leave the Convention Center once you arrive each day.
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Entertainment, Dining, and Tours
Is there easy access for guests with disabilities?
General Accessibility: There is a curbside drop-off for wheelchairs,
and sidewalk curb cut-outs are located at each corner of the
Convention Center. There are also ramps leading from the 9th
Street and 7th Street corners to the doors at the Mt. Vernon Place
entrance. Automatic doors are located at the Mt. Vernon Place, L
Street, and Metro (7th and M Streets) entrances. Inside the center,
all public areas are served by conveniently located elevators. The
guest information booth at the Convention Center has a limited
supply of wheelchairs. You may arrange for motorized scooter
rentals. Please call Scootaround, 888-441-7575 option # 1, or visit
www.scootaround.com. Attendees are responsible to arrange
drop-off, pick-up, and payment of scooters. We would be happy to
store and charge your scooters for you overnight at conference
registration in the Convention Center.
Where will evening events be held?
The Sunday night entertainment and the Wednesday
conference gala will be held at the Convention Center. The
Monday Herb Wegner Memorial Awards Dinner (a separate fee
is required for this event) will be held at the Grand Hyatt
Washington. Tuesday’s Late Night at the GAC will be at the
Renaissance Washington, D.C. Hotel. For league-sponsored
events, check with your league representative.
Dates and Schedule
What are the conference dates?
February 22-26, 2009: The GAC begins on Sunday, February 22
at 7:00 p.m. with the Sunday kick-off event. The conference
ends at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 26.
When are the Capitol Hill visits?
Wednesday afternoon, February 25, 2009 is set aside for the Hill
visits. Contact your state league for appointment details.
What are the schedule highlights?
Sunday:
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
The Welcome Center and registration open at
12:00 p.m. in the Convention Center. Be sure to
arrive in time to register, take a look around, and
attend the exhibit hall grand opening and dessert
reception at 7:00 p.m. Plan to stay for the concert
at 8:30 p.m., presented by CUNA Councils.
Opening general session, CUNA annual
general meeting, exhibit hall open, and
legislative and political update. On Monday
evening, the Herb Wegner Memorial Awards
Dinner will be held at the Grand Hyatt
Washington (a ticketed event).
General session, breakout sessions, reception
with NCUA board and regional directors, and
exhibit hall open. Join us for the Late Night at the
GAC at the Renaissance Washington, D.C. Hotel.
General sessions in the morning, with Capitol
Hill visits in the afternoon. Conference gala in
the evening.
Closing general session. Conference adjourns
at 11:30 a.m.
What restaurant options are available?
WALKING DISTANCE, within four blocks of Convention Center
La Tasca
Bobby Van’s Steakhouse
722 7th Street, NW
1201 New York Ave, NW
202-347-9190
202-589-1504
www.latascausa.com
www.bobbyvans.com
Spanish Tapas
American/Steakhouse
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
Legal Sea Foods
Acadiana Restaurant
901 New York Avenue, NW
704 7th Street, NW
202-408-8848
202-347-0007
www.acadianarestaurant.com www.legalseafoods.com
Louisiana Style – lot of seafood Seafood
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
Clyde’s of Gallery Place
McCormick & Schmick’s
707 7th Street, NW
Seafood Restaurant
202-349-3700
901 F Street, NW
www.clydes.com
202-639-9330
American Continental
www.mccormickandschmicks.com
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
Seafood
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
Zengo
781 7th Street, NW
District Chophouse
202-393-2929
& Brewery
www.modernmexican.com
509 7th Street, NW
Latin Asian Fusion
202-347-3434
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
www.chophouse.com
American and Steaks
Zola
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
800 F Street, NW
202-654-0999
Ristorante Tosca
www.zoladc.com
1112 F Street, NW
American Continental
202-367-1990
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
www.toscadc.com
Private and Semi Private
Rosa Mexicano
Dining Rooms: Yes
575 7th Street, NW
202-783-5522
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
www.rosamexicano.com
724 9th St, NW
Spanish
202-393-4488
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
www.ruthschris.com
Steak
Indebleu Restaurant
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
707 G Street, NW
202-333-2538
Proof
www.bleu.com/indebleu
775 G Street, NW
French and Indian
202-737-7663
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
Wine-centric American
www.proofdc.com
Private Dining Rooms: No
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A LITTLE FURTHER WALK, along Pennsylvania Avenue
The Capital Grille (in same
building as D.C. CUNA office)
601 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
202-737-6200
www.thecapitalgrille.com
Steak
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
Ten Penh
1001 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
202-393-4500
www.tenpenh.com
Asian
Private Dining Rooms: No
The Source
575 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
202-637-6100
Contemporary Asian
www.wolfgangpuck.com/restaurants/
Private Dining Rooms: Yes
For a complete list of all the
world-class restaurants in the
Washington metropolitan
region, visit:
www.ramw.org
www.washingtonpost.com
www.washington.org
www.washingtonian.com
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Tours and Social Events Only includes:
• Admission to the exhibit hall on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.
• Dessert reception in the exhibit hall on Sunday and continental
breakfast and lunch in the exhibit hall on Monday and Tuesday.
• Sunday evening concert.
• Late Night at the GAC social event on Tuesday night
(complimentary water, soda, cash bar).
• Conference gala reception and dance on
Wednesday night (buffet, open bar).
• A choice of one full-day and one half-day
tour on Monday and Tuesday.
*Tour selections can be made on the Tour
Selection Form that will be sent with the guest confirmation via
e-mail to the attendee/contact e-mail address.
Monday, February 23, 2009
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Time
Can I book advance dining reservations?
A hospitality desk will be available on-site in the Welcome Center
at the Convention Center to assist you with dining reservations.
1/2 day
8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
1/2 day
9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Exploring the Newseum
What are the Sunday night convention events?
Start your conference experience with our exhibit hall grand
opening and dessert reception Sunday evening from 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Then stay for the concert, presented by CUNA Councils. Both
events are complimentary.
1/2 day
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Hands on at the
Textile Museum
Full day
9:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Full day
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Full day
9:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Can you assist with sightseeing recommendations
and arrangments?
A hospitality desk will be available in the Welcome Center to assist
you with information about local attractions. The Washington
Convention Center has a guest information booth located in the
grand lobby at the Mt. Vernon Place entrance. The Convention
Center staff can assist with recommendations for local area
attractions, tours, stores, and dining. The Convention Center also
provides groups with official visitor guides and maps of D.C., as
well as Circulator and Metro maps.
What Guest programs will be available?
There are two options:
• Guest Program Social Events Only: $275
• Guest Program Tour and Social Events Only: $445
Social Events Only includes:
• Admission to the exhibit hall on Sunday, Monday,
and Tuesday. Dessert reception in the exhibit hall
on Sunday and continental breakfast and lunch in
the exhibit hall on Monday and Tuesday.
• Sunday evening concert.
• Late Night at the GAC social event on Tuesday
night (complimentary water, soda, cash bar).
• Conference gala reception and dance on
Wednesday night (buffet, open bar).
Tour Options
Washington’s Best Kept
Secret – The State Dept.
America’s Leading
Women
Annapolis – Jewel of
the Chesapeake
D.C. Undercover –
Exploring the “Dark
Side” of D.C.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Type
Time
1/2 day
8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
1/2 day
9:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Riding Tour of
Presidential Homes
1/2 day
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
A Boutique Delight –
Exploring Georgetown
Full day
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Our Nation’s Heroes
and Explorers
Full day
9:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Historic Mount Vernon
Full day
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Antique Capital and
Shopping Gems of
Maryland
Tour Options
Washington’s Best Kept
Secret – The State Dept.
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Exhibit Hall
How many exhibitors and vendors will there be?
The expanded exhibit hall area will provide access to over 300
exhibitors providing a wide range of products and services.
Tell me about the exhibit hall.
The expanded exhibit hall will provide ample seating options
for networking, dining, and talking with vendors and exhibitors.
There will be a number of special events in the exhibit hall,
starting with the grand opening and dessert reception on
Sunday, February 22 at 7:00 p.m. A surcharge free ATM is also
available during exhibit hall hours.
Credit Union Housing
What are the housing options?
There are 13 official GAC hotels* that will be offered through the
Housing Bureau. To all rates add applicable taxes, currently 14.5%.
How and when can I make my hotel reservations?
Housing opens on Thursday, November 6, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. EST.
To learn more, visit gac.cuna.org and choose Housing.
After housing opens on Thursday, November 6, 2008,
reservations can be made on the web, phone, or fax.
• Web site: gac.cuna.org 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• Phone: 800-974-3084, Monday through Friday from
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.
• Fax: Beginning on November 7, you can fax reservations to
800-521-6017 or 847-940-2386. (Fax reservations are not
accepted on opening day.)
A $250 per room deposit, payable by major credit card, is required
for ALL reservations at the time of booking. Your credit card will
be charged and you will receive a room confirmation via e-mail
from the Housing Bureau. A limit of 10 room reservations per call
or web order will apply.
Changes and cancellations:
• If your method of payment changes after your initial reservation,
it will be considered a credit card change. A $50 credit card
change fee will be applied for each reservation affected.
• Reservations cancelled by Wednesday, December 10, 2008 will
receive their full deposit back.
• For reservations cancelled after December 11, 2008 there is a
$250 cancellation fee per room.
• All reservations, changes, and cancellations must be made
with the Housing Bureau through Wednesday, January 14,
2009 at 4:30 p.m. EST.
• Between January 15 and January 21, 2009 the Housing
Bureau will transfer reservation information to participating
hotels. During this time no housing changes can be made.
• Beginning January 22, 2009 all changes and cancellations
must be made directly with the hotel and all deposits are
non-refundable.
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How do I take advantage of the federal tax exemption?
To qualify for tax exemption from state and local taxes assessed
to room charges, payment must be made by check or credit
card from a federal credit union. Payments made by personal
check or credit card will not qualify. Visit gac.cuna.org to
download the tax exemption form.
How far are the official CUNA GAC hotels from the
Convention Center?
There are a few hotels within a block of the Convention Center.
Several other hotels are within easy access of the Center via shuttle
or cab. CUNA will provide shuttle service to and from all official GAC
hotels to the Convention Center. Metro and cab service is also
available to make the commute to the Convention Center easy.
Embassy Suites Washington
D.C. Convention Center
900 10th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-739-2001
FAX: 202-739-2099
Rate:
$254/Sgl
$274/Dbl
Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H St, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-582-1234
FAX: 202-637-4781
Rate:
$282/Sgl
$307/Dbl
Hilton Garden Inn
815 14th St, NW
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-783-7800
FAX: 202-783-7801
Rate:
$239 Sgl/Dbl
Renaissance
Washington, D.C. Hotel
999 9th St, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-898-9000
FAX: 202-289-0947
Rate:
$272 Sgl/Dbl
Capital Hilton
16th & K Streets
Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202-393-1000
FAX 202-639-5784
Rate:
$280/Sgl
$304/Dbl
Marriott Metro Center
775 12th St, NW
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-737-2200
FAX: 202-347-5886
Rate:
$279 Sgl/Dbl
Hyatt Regency
Capitol Hill
400 New Jersey Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-737-1234
FAX: 202-737-5773
Rate:
$259 Sgl/Dbl
Hotel Monaco
700 F St, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Phone: 202-628-7177
FAX: 202-628-7277
Rate:
$269 Sgl/Dbl
The Liaison
Capitol Hill
415 New Jersey Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-638-1616
FAX: 202-638-0707
Rate:
$259 Sgl/Dbl
Phoenix Park Hotel
520 North Capitol St, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-638-6900
FAX: 202-393-3236
Rate:
$259 Sgl/Dbl
Hampton Inn
Convention Center
901 Sixth St, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 202-842-2500
FAX: 202-842-4100
Rate:
$239 Sgl/Dbl
Courtyard By Marriott
Convention Center
900 F St, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Phone: 202-638-4600
FAX: 202-638-4601
Rate:
$279 Sgl/Dbl
The Washington Court Hotel
on Capitol Hill
525 New Jersey Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20002-1527
Phone: 202-628-2100
FAX: 202-879-7951
Rate:
$259/Sgl
$279/Dbl
*Hotel rates subject to changes based
on availability. Rates do not reflect
applicable taxes, currently 14.5%.
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Registration Information and Fees
What are the conference fees?
• $895 for each credit union attendee.
• $450 for small credit unions under $35 million in assets.
• There are two options for spouses and guests:
Guest Program Social Events Only: $275
Guest Program Tour and Social Events Only: $445
• Herb Wegner Memorial Awards Dinner is a separate ticketed event.
Visit www.ncuf.coop for more information.
Is there a small CU discount this year?
Yes. Small credit unions are an important part of this conference.
A special rate is offered for credit unions under $35 million in
assets. To register online at the $450 rate, select “Yes” when asked,
“Are you from a credit union under $35 million in assets?”
What other financial assistance is available?
If your credit union has assets of $35 million or less, you may be
eligible for financial assistance to attend the GAC. Check with
your state credit union foundation on the availability of
educational scholarships. In addition, CUNA is pleased to offer the
opportunity for GAC financial assistance through the generosity
of credit union donations nationwide. Deadline to apply is
January 5, 2009. Visit gac.cuna.org and select Conference Fees.
Can I provide financial support for small CU attendance?
Yes! To learn more about providing sponsorships for small credit
unions attendance, go to gac.cuna.org and select Conference Fees.
What does the attendee conference fee include?
• Admission to the exhibit hall on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.
Dessert reception in the exhibit hall on Sunday and continental
breakfast and lunch in the exhibit hall on Monday and Tuesday.
• Sunday evening concert.
• Admission to the conference general sessions, breakout sessions,
CUNA annual general meeting, legislative and political update,
and NCUA reception.
• Late Night at the GAC social event on Tuesday night
(complimentary water, soda, cash bar).
• Conference gala reception and dance on Wednesday night
(buffet, open bar).
How do I register for the conference?
Register online at gac.cuna.org. Affiliation with CUNA/League is
required for attendance, but limited exceptions may apply.
Please contact CUNA prior to making travel arrangements to
confirm eligibility.
Where do I pick up my conference
registration materials at the Convention Center?
All attendees can pick up their badge and conference
registration information at CUNA’s Welcome Center in the
Convention Center. The Welcome Center opens Sunday at 12:00
p.m. and is open every day during conference hours.
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Who is eligible to participate in the Guest Program?
The guest category is designed for spouses/companions. Credit
union employees, elected officials/volunteers, and suppliers are
not eligible to register under this category.
How do I learn more about the Herb Wegner
Memorial Awards Dinner?
The Herb Wegner Memorial Awards Dinner will be held on
Monday, February 23, 2009 starting at 6:00 p.m. The dinner is
located at the Grand Hyatt Washington.
For ticket pricing and more information
visit www.ncuf.coop. Tickets for this event
must be purchased separately.
Are breakfast and lunch
provided at the Convention Center?
Yes. On Monday and Tuesday a
continental breakfast and lunch will be provided in the exhibit
hall. On Wednesday and Thursday a breakfast beverage service
will be provided. The Convention Center offers Starbucks and
many cash food outlets.
What’s available in the Welcome Center?
The Welcome Center is the starting point for the conference.
Learn more about the Convention Center and familiarize
yourself with the location of meeting rooms, exhibit hall, dining
options, and more!
Can I receive Continuing
Professional Education (CPE) credits?
CUNA is registered with the National Association of State Boards of
Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional
education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards
of Accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of
individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints
regarding registered sponsors may be
addressed to the National Registry of CPE
Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700,
Nashville, TN 37219-2417. Telephone:
(886) 627-2286. Web site: www.nasba.org.
CPE Credits: You can earn 15 group-live CPE credit hours for the
Governmental Affairs Conference. No advance preparation is
required. For more information regarding administrative
policies, such as complaint and refund, please contact CUNA at
800-356-9655, ext. 5700.
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Program Information
Where do I find GAC program information?
The complete list of conference schedule, keynoters, and
breakout sessions is available online at gac.cuna.org. The content
is updated often as the program is developed, so check the Web
site regularly for the most current updates.
Transportation
How can I save on airfare?
United Airlines is the “official airline” for the program. Call United’s
Specialized Meetings Reservation Center at 800-521-4041 to make
your airline reservations. Please reference ID# 553SF.
How do I get from the airport to the Convention Center?
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), at a distance of six miles, is
the closest airport to all of the Governmental Affairs Conference
(GAC) hotels. The one-way taxi fare from the airport is approximately
$20-$30. Travel time is about 30 minutes. Super Shuttle departs from
the airport every 30 minutes. One-way fare is approximately $14.
Upon arrival, go to the group transportation level for assistance.
From Ronald Reagan National Airport:
• Take the George Washington (GW) Parkway north to I-395
and Washington, D.C.
• Follow signs to the 14th Street Bridge.
• Proceed across the 14th Street to Independence Avenue.
• Turn right onto Independence Avenue and proceed two
blocks to 7th Street.
• Turn left on 7th Street and proceed 12 blocks to Mt. Vernon Place.
• Turn left on Mt. Vernon Place.
• The Washington Convention Center will be on your right.
From Dulles International Airport:
Dulles International Airport is approximately 25 miles or 40-60
minutes from the conference hotels. The average one-way fare
from Dulles is roughly $45-$50. Approximate one-way Super
Shuttle fare from Dulles is $22, with a $10 charge for each
additional passenger.
• Take I-66 East to Washington.
• Take Route 50/Constitution Avenue exit.
• Proceed on Constitution Avenue.
• Turn left on 7th Street.
• Proceed nine blocks on 7th Street and turn left on
Mt. Vernon Place.
• The Washington Convention Center will be on your right.
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From Baltimore Washington International
(BWI) Airport:
• Take I-195 West to MD-295 South via exit 2B to Washington.
• Continue west on US-50.
• US-50 West becomes New York Avenue.
• Proceed on New York Avenue.
• New York Avenue becomes Mt. Vernon Place.
• The Washington Convention Center will be on your right.
For more information visit www.dcconvention.com.
Coat and luggage check will be available for your convenience in
the Convention Center east registration area.
What are the transportation options
from my hotel to the conference each day?
Access to the Convention Center is easy.
• CUNA sponsored shuttles will be available Sunday through
Thursday for all official conference hotels. A shuttle schedule
will be provided with your confirmation, and a schedule will
be posted at conference sponsored hotels. Shuttles pick up
and drop off attendees at the L Street entrance.
• Metro access: The METRO stops at Mt. Vernon Sq/7th St.
Convention Center on the Yellow or Green Line.
• Taxis are also available at the Mt. Vernon entrance.
How far are hotel accommodations
from the Convention Center?
All CUNA recommended housing options are either walking
distance or quick commutes via CUNA sponsored shuttles.
Is there parking available at the Convention Center?
There are more than 2,000 parking spaces in a three block radius of
the facility. These spaces are available on a first-come, first-serve
basis. The Convention Center encourages exhibitors and attendees
to use the public parking facilities, so that it does not impact the
limited residential parking. There are also approximately 100
metered parking spaces within close proximity to the facility. There
are 12 designated public parking spaces designated for vehicles
displaying disability parking placards/permits or license tags. For
more information visit: www.dcconvention.com/parking.aspx.
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CUNA GAC 2009 – D.C. Accommodations
1. Capital Hilton
2. Courtyard by Marriott Convention Center
3. Embassy Suites Washington, D.C.
Convention Center
4. Grand Hyatt Washington
5. Hampton Inn Convention Center
6. Hilton Garden Inn
7. Hotel Monaco
8. Hyatt Regency Capitol Hill
9. The Liaison Capitol Hill
10. Marriott Metro Center
11. Phoenix Park Hotel
12. Renaissance Washington, D.C. Hotel
13. Washington Court Hotel On Capitol Hill
2009
Official GAC Hotels
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SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
CUNA GAC • February 22-26, 2009 • Washington, D.C.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
12:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Conference Registration –
Welcome Center Open
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Grand Opening &
Dessert Reception
8:30 p.m.
Evening Concert
(to be announced)
Monday, February 23, 2009
7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
7:30 – 9:15 a.m.
4:45 – 6:00 p.m.
Reception with NCUA Board
and Regional Directors
5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Closing Session
9:00 – 10:30 p.m.
Late Night at the GAC
Renaissance
Washington, D.C. Hotel
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Conference Registration –
Welcome Center Open
Conference Registration –
Welcome Center Open
8:30 – 11:45 a.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
(continental breakfast)
General Session
(beverage service provided)
11:45 a.m.
General Session concludes/
Capitol Hill Visits Begin
5:00 p.m.
Awards Reception (by invitation)
7:00 p.m.
Conference Gala
Reception/Dance
9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Opening General Session
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
CUNA Annual General
Meeting
12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
(lunch provided)
2:00 p.m.
Legislative and Political Update
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
Herb Wegner Memorial
Awards Dinner
Grand Hyatt Washington
(separate ticketed event)
Conference Registration –
Welcome Center Open
8:30 a.m.
Closing General Session
(beverage service provided)
11:30 a.m.
Conference Adjourns
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Conference Registration –
Welcome Center Open
7:30 – 8:45 a.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
(continental breakfast)
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
General Session
12:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
(lunch provided)
2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
Breakout Sessions
3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
Breakout Sessions
This schedule is subject to change. All events are held at the
Washington Convention Center unless otherwise noted.