Seminar Registrant Resources

Here is all the important information you need to know as a participant at the 2010 NSPRA Seminar in Charlotte. From program information, session schedules and individual counseling opportunities to hotel information and social activities, visit this page often to find out what's happening and connect with other registrants

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For Participants at NSPRA's 57th Annual Seminar in Charlotte

We are delighted that you will be joining us and your colleagues from around North America July 11 – 14 at The Westin Charlotte in Charlotte, North Carolina. We are committed to making your investment a rewarding professional experience.

To help you prepare and ensure that you get the most out of your NSPRA 2010 Seminar experience, we encourage you to take a moment to visit http://www.nspra.org/national_seminar, save, and print out the following helpful materials:

Hotel information – Make reservations now to take advantage of NSPRA’s discounted Seminar rates at The Westin Charlotte. To learn more about the hotel and to make reservations, go to http://www.nspra.org/hotel_2010seminar.

Transportation from airport to hotel – Charlotte Douglas International Airport serves the Charlotte area where taxi service is available curbside on the baggage claim level. The zone fare for taxi service between the airport and The Westin Charlotte Hotel is approximately $25 for up to two people. Travel time is from 15-30 minutes depending on traffic. For more information, go to http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Airport/Ground+Transportation/Taxi+Service.htm.

Parking at hotel – The Westin Charlotte offers a parking garage for guests driving to this year’s Seminar. Overnight parking: $18 per night for self parking; $25 per night for valet parking. Weekday hourly rates: 1st hour $3; each additional 20 minutes $2; maximum charge $18. Weekend hourly rates: 1st hour $3; each additional 20 minutes $2; maximum charge $8.

14 tips for maximizing your Seminar experience – Learn how to get the most for your money with this list of tips gleaned from veteran Seminar attendees. For details, click here (PDF).

Pre-Seminar Workshops – Go in-depth on specific topic areas of interest with our series of 7 Pre-Seminar Workshops on July 10 and 11. For more details, see the Pre-Seminar information available at http://www.nspra.org/2010_seminar_preseminars.

One-on-one expert counseling – Sign up for our popular Counselors on Call program and meet with a veteran PR pro about an issue or problem your district is dealing with now. This service is free to Seminar participants, so be sure to take advantage of the opportunity. For more information and how to sign up, go to http://www.nspra.org/seminar_counselors_on_call_form.

Check out our session offerings – Start planning your Seminar schedule now with our Tentative Seminar at a Glance listing. Session titles and presenters are listed for each day to help you decide how to allot your time. For a printer-friendly version, go to http://www.nspra.org/at_a_glance_2010seminar.

Tuesday evening social – Kick up your heels at NCSPRA's gala celebration in Charlotte's famous EpiCentre, the city’s most coveted entertainment destination. Just a short stroll from The Westin Charlotte, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views, upscale bowling, theater, an art gallery and third-floor rooftop entertainment. After a magnificent Carolina-style dinner at EpoCentre SUITES Restaurant, you can stay out late for a healthy serving of NSPRA-style fun. Tickets are $25. For more information visit http://www.ncspra.org/96410326151729920/site/default.asp.

Graduate semester extension credit – If you are looking to receive some extension credits for attending the Seminar, you can do so through the University of San Diego. To find out how to register, go to http://www.nspra.org/graduate-semester-extension-credit.

Online Seminar Bulletin Board
NSPRA is providing an Online Seminar Bulletin Board for the Charlotte Seminar, so Seminar registrants, NSPRA members and others not registered yet can connect online. Go to http://www.nspra.org/seminar_bulletin_board. Once there, you can look for a roommate to share hotel expenses or post ways you’ve found to save on travel or other expenses related to your Seminar attendance.

NSPRA is providing this on line Bulletin Board as a value-added service, but we can’t provide guarantees for room sharing and other savings.

You may also want to check this page periodically between now and July for program updates. If you have additional questions, or would like us to mail you copies of this material, please contact Elaine Willis — phone: 301-519-0496; e-mail: ewillis@nspra.org.

Thank you again for your commitment to joining us at NSPRA 2010 in Charlotte. We look forward to seeing you this summer!

Cordially,

Rich Bagin, APR
NSPRA Executive Director