[Nfbf-l] NFB convention preregistration deadline 5/31/16

Tue May 31 22:28:29 UTC 2016

Hello all,

Thanks everyone for the advice. I understand what Marion is saying, but since I'm not staying at the hotel and will only be visiting technology exhibits, I guess preregistering or registering at all is not necessary. Hopefully my plans will work out and I trust y'all will have a great time in Orlando!

Tinetta

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The way I understand it, registration gives you the hotel discount. If you're not rooming there, there's really no need to register...unless you're going to the banquet.

On 5/30/2016 11:39 AM, Marion Gwizdala via Nfbf-l wrote:
> Tinnetta,
>
> 	One of the purposes for registration is to get a count of the total attendees. Such a count is helpful when marketing the convention to potential sponsors, as it give them an idea of the size of the audience their sponsorship/marketing dollars will reach. So, even if you will only be there for one day, it is good to register. Especially since you will only be there for one day, it is best to preregister and save the addition cost of onsite registration. We will see you at the Shingle Creek!
>
> Fraternally yours,
> Marion Gwizdala, President
> National Association of Guide Dog Users National Federation of the 
> Blind
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Nfbf-l [mailto:nfbf-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Tinetta 
> Cooper via Nfbf-l
> Sent: Monday, May 30, 2016 6:35 AM
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> Cc: Tinetta Cooper
> Subject: Re: [Nfbf-l] NFB convention preregistration deadline 5/31/16
>
> Do I need to preregister if I'm only going to be there for a day?
>
> Tinetta Cooper
> Board Member
> Florida Statewide Chapter
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> Sent: Sunday, May 29, 2016 7:31 PM
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> Subject: [Nfbf-l] NFB convention preregistration deadline 5/31/16
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> Visit www.nfb.org
> National Federation of the Blind
> National Convention 2016
> When:
> Thursday, June 30—Tuesday, July 5, 2016
>
> Where:
> Rosen Shingle Creek Resort
> 9939 Universal Boulevard
> Orlando, Florida 32819-9357
>
> Preregistration:
> Preregistration is now open. When purchased online by May 31st, the preregistration fee for convention is $25 ($30 on-site) and the cost of a banquet ticket is $60 ($65 on-site).
>
> Preregister online now or use the mail-in, fillable PDF form.
>
> Hotel Information and Room Rates:
> The 2016 room rates are singles and doubles, $83; and triples and quads, $89. In addition to the room rates there will be a tax, which at present is 12.5 percent. No charge will be made for children under seventeen in the room with parents as long as no extra bed is requested. Please note that the hotel is a no-smoking facility.
>
> For 2016 convention room reservations you can call the hotel at (866) 996-6338 after January 1. You may also write directly to the Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, Florida 32819-9357. The hotel will want a deposit of $95 for each room and will want a credit card number or a personal check. If you use a credit card, the deposit will be charged against your card immediately, just as would be the case with a $95 check. If a reservation is cancelled before Friday May, 27, 2016, half of the deposit will be returned. Otherwise refunds will not be made.
>
> All Rosen Shingle Creek guestrooms feature amenities that include plush Creek Sleeper beds, 40″ flat screen TVs, complimentary high-speed internet capabilities, in-room safes, coffee makers, mini-fridges, and hair dryers. Guests can enjoy four outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa, and fifteen dining/lounging options from fine-dining and elaborate buffets to casual dining both indoors and poolside.
>
> Schedule:
> Thursday, June 30:  Seminar Day
> Friday, July 1:  Registration Day, Meetings of Divisions and 
> Committees Saturday, July 2:  Board Meeting, Meetings of Divisions and 
> Committees Sunday, July 3:  Opening Session Monday, July 4:  Business 
> Session Tuesday, July 5:  Banquet Day and Adjournment
>
> First Timer's Guide to the NFB National Convention:
> View our beginner's guide to the NFB National Convention, intended to give the first-time convention attendee some important information about national conventions of the National Federation of the Blind (NFB).
>
> First Timer's Guide to the National Convention First-Timer's Guide to the National Convention (Audio) Delta Air Lines Discount:
> Members of the National Federation of the Blind, and all individuals planning their travel to attend our annual national convention, are being offered discounted airfare from Delta Air Lines through their Delta Meeting Network. Those interested should simply go to delta.com/booking to book their flight and enter the meeting event code: NMNBW. The discount will be calculated based on your specific travel arrangements and could range from two percent to ten percent. If you have any questions, please call the Delta Meeting Network, (800) 328-1111, 7:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m. central time, Monday through Friday.
>
> NOPBC program and registration:
> Details for the thirty-third annual National Organization of Parents of Blind Children (NOPBC) Conference are now available at http://nopbc.org/2016convention. Among other details, the conference agenda and online registration can be found on the NOPBC site.
>
> NFB Camp:
> Need child care during the convention? NFB Camp will again be available during convention sessions for children from six weeks to twelve years. Child care is staffed by qualified, experienced teachers. Details and registration can be found at https://nfb.org/nfb-camp-registration-form.
>
> Information for Sponsors and Exhibitors:
> If you would like to learn more about sponsoring our 2016 National Convention or becoming an exhibitor, please visit https://nfb.org/sponsor-and-exhibitor-info.
>
> More Information:
> Additional information as to meetings, schedule, hotel, etc., may be obtained as it becomes available by contacting the National Federation of the Blind at 200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place, Baltimore, Maryland 21230, phone (410) 659-9314.
>
> Sincerely, Denise Valkema by iPhone
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