CTC is a member of Tech Councils of North America (TECNA). TECNA has joined forces with a number of national associations for a Washington, D.C. Fly-In Day. We hope you'll join us in D.C. on February 16th. Matthew Nemerson serves as a volunteer president of TECNA. CTC will be there in force.
Innovation Coalition Washington, D.C. Fly-In Day
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 16, 2011, 9:00 AM Location/Venue: Washington DC Address: US Capitol Visitor Center Congressional South Room, Washington, DC 10002 [Map] Registration Deadline: 02/15/2011
Now taking registrations online at: http://www.regonline.com/DCflyin
The Angel Capital Association Association of University Research Parks Technology Councils of North America National Business Incubation Association National Association of Seed and Venture Funds State Science and Technology Institute
are joining forces to educate the new Congress about innovation–and each of these associations extend a cordial invitation to you to attend the 2011 Innovation Coalition Legislative Fly-in on February 16, in Washington, D.C. This event provides the opportunity for innovation leaders to meet with the Members of the 112th Congress, to learn from each other, and to share with Congress their viewpoints on innovation and its importance in a growing economy.
The 2011 Fly-In will be held on Wednesday, February 16th. The day begins with breakfast on Capitol Hill, where participants will hear from Rep. Steny Hoyer (invited) and other lawmakers.
Lawmakers and their staffs will then be briefed about the innovation process and why innovation is so important in creating a thriving economy. The afternoon can then be spent in individual meetings with legislative representatives and their staffs.
A Welcome Reception on Capitol Hill will be held at 4:30 p.m.
Preliminary Schedule – Subject to Change Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Innovation Coalition Washington D.C. Fly-In Day U.S. Capitol Visitor Center Congressional Meeting Room South Invited to speak Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD5th) Following the Fly-In Day meeting, we encourage all attendees to meet with their respective legislative leaders.9:00am-11:00am Innovation Coalition Reception The Dubliner Restaurant and Irish Pub – 4 F Street, Washington, DC 20001-1510 4:30pm-6:30pm
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Registration – Information & Fees
To attend, register online before the deadline, February 15th
If you have any questions, please contact Paige at prasid@ct.org .
Register NowRegistration Fees On or Before 2/15/11Innovation Coalition Washington, D.C. Fly-In Day U.S. Capitol Visitor Center 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. $0Innovation Coalition Reception The Dubliner Restaurant & Irish Pub 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. $50
Registration & Cancellation Policy
Registrations may not be shared by two or more individuals and are not transferable to a future event.
Space is limited and onsite registration cannot be guaranteed.
Cancellations received after February 11th – No refunds will be issued.
All requests for cancellation must be received in writing.
Hotel Information
Marriott Courtyard Washington, D.C./Dupont Circle 1900 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C., 20009 Phone: (202) 332-9300 Room Rates: $249 plus tax, single occupancy (rate does not include breakfast)
To make your reservation at the Marriott Courtyard Washington, D.C./Dupont Circle, call (800) 321-2211 and identify yourself with the Innovation Coalition to receive the group rate. This limited room block is on a space available basis and expires January 25, 2011. To make your reservations online, visit www.marriott.com/wasnw, in the GROUP CODE BOX enter INNINNA.
The Marriott Courtyard Washington/Northwest is situated in the fashionable Dupont Circle area, providing great views of Washington, D.C
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