Conference 2010
"The WERC conference was everything I expected and more. The industry knowledge acquired was well worth the time and investment. Nothing is more powerful than gaining insight of the industry through the eyes of your peers."
Brochure
Conference Brochure
(click here).
General Information
- Conference at a Glance (check this link for program details)
- WIRE & Demo Stage Schedule
- Hotel Information
- Roundtables
- Facility Tours
- Conference Committee
- Who Attends the WERC Conference?
- Registration Fees with Cancellation Policy
- Register for Conference
- Volunteer Form - Registration Desk/Ambassador Desk
Onsite Registration Desk
Stop by the WERC registration desk for your name badge and other conference materials.
Desk hours:
Sunday: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Monday & Tuesday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 7:00 am - 11:30 am
What to Wear
Business casual dress is appropriate for all conference functions. Keep in mind that the meeting rooms tend to be cool. The average high temperature in May is approximately 75 degrees, with lows in the mid-50’s. There is less than .05 inches of rainfall expected.
Book Store
Books will be available for sale during the conference.
Special Needs
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, WERC will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities at this meeting. WERC will also attempt to accommodate attendees with special dietary needs. Special needs can be identified when attendees register on-line. Contact is Ellen Pendola (630.990.0001) for special needs.
Guest Tickets
A limited number of guest tickets are available for the following events. Ask at the WERC registration desk.
| WERC's WIRE & Welcome Reception (Sunday) |
$30 |
| WIRE & Reception (Monday) |
$30 |
| Tuesday Reception |
$30 |
| All Three (3) Evening Events |
$80 |
Guest refers to a spouse, significant other or personal friend, not a business associate or staff colleague. Guest registration will not allow access to any sessions or activities except evening receptions on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
Suites
WERC does not permit hospitality suites to operate in the conference hotel during conference dates.
Volunteers & Ambassadors
Volunteers and Ambassadors are needed to assist on-site at the conference. Call Ellen Pendola at 630.990.0001.
Airport(s) and Ground Transportation
Hotel direction:
Driving Directions:
Bus service:
Estimated Taxi: Fare
Super Shuttle (Shared Ride Van Service)
Other Transportation
Train Station – Amtrak - http://www.amtrak.com/
Greyhound
Metro
Car Rentals – Most major car rental companies at each airport – check individual car rental websites for rates and availability
Parking at the Hotel
Visitor Information Website