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Grants Managers Network Third Annual Conference
Grants Management: At the Crossroads of Philanthropy
April 7-9, 2008
The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Join us in Chicago for the Grants Managers Network Third Annual Conference. The Annual Conference is an exceptional learning opportunity for grants management professionals and will feature sessions on best practices, legal and financial compliance and accountability, information technology, and professional development. Last year's conference attracted over 300 participants representing 220 private, corporate and community foundations.
Conference registration is $495 until March 7. Registration after March 7 is $595.
Conference Program Information
To view a copy of the conference program click here. Session descriptions and speaker information will be updated on this site as details are confirmed.
Registration Information
Registration: Pre-conference registration is now closed. On-site registration will be available at the conference starting on Monday, April 7 - at 7:00 am at the Westin Michigan Avenue Hotel in the Wellington Ballroom Foyer. If you have additional questions, contact the Event Professionals at 678-502-1454.
Rates:
Registration: $495
Late Registration (After March 7): $595
Reservations: ****ATTENTION REGISTRANTS**** Space is now limited at the conference hotel, the Westin Michigan Avenue. We have booked an additional block of rooms at the Hilton Suites Chicago which is located a half a block from the conference hotel. Click
here for detailed instructions on how to book a room at the overflow hotel.
Attendees can call the Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago directly to book
accommodations. The conference discounted rate is $255 - Single/Double,
plus 15.4% tax (additional $39.27). The deadline to make your hotel
reservation is March 15, 2008. The group discount is available April 5-10,
2008.
You can make your reservation by calling 888-627-8385 or 312-943-7200 (remember to mention that you are attending the GMN or
Grants Managers Network Conference), or you can book online.
CEO Letter
The GMN co-chairs have drafted a letter emphasizing the educational value of the conference for grants managers. This letter can be printed and shared with your CEO. To download this letter click here. If the downloaded letter is insufficient and you need a hard copy of this letter mailed directly to your employer, please click here to complete the online form.
Other Information
Chicago Weather Information:
Click here for weekly Chicago weather information. The average temperature in April is High: 59 degrees/Low: 51 degrees.
Transportation: The hotel is located about 30 minutes from Chicago O'Hare Airport and 45 minutes from Midway Airport.
Estimated Taxi Fare - $30-$50 from O'Hare, or $25-$45 from Midway, depending on travel time.
GO Airport Express - departs every 10-15 minutes from baggage claim in both airports.
- From O'Hare: $25 per person/$46 roundtrip
- From Midway: One-way fare: $20 per person/$36 roundtrip
For additional information on Airport Ground Transportation click here.
For Driving Directions, click here.
Chicago City Information and other resources: For information on local attractions, click here.
Questions: Contact GMN Meeting Planners - The Event Professionals at 678-502-1454 or email - marvalewis@theeventpros.net
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