FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is the event?
Thursday, September 30, 2010, through Saturday, October, 2, 2010
Where will the event be held?
Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
301-965-2000
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201 Waterfront Street National Harbor, MD 20745
All conference events will take place at the host hotel The Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. Sleeping rooms are reserved at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center. Please make your hotel reservation as soon as possible. All hotel reservations should be made at the time of your registration. To make a hotel reservation please call the Gaylord National Resort directly at (301) 965-4000, refer to the Inc. 500|5000 Conference to secure the special group rate of $249 per night.
What is the conference pricing and registration types?
Full Conference Registration
$1,695- Full Conference rate after August 2, 2010
Spouse Registration
$1,095- Regular Rate
Black-Tie Gala-Only Registration
$795- Regular Rate
VIP Group Registration
(10 Full Conference Registrations)
$12,950 for each table- Regular Rate
Additional Activities
(must be registered for the conference to particpate)
What is the Inc. 500|5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony?
The 2010 Inc. 500|5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony celebrates the 29th anniversary of Inc. magazine's revered ranking of America's fastest-growing privately held companies. The momentous event brings together current Inc. 5000 honorees and alumni of the list, along with the greater business community, to recognize the remarkable achievements of these companies and the great contributions they have made to the global economy.
The event offers educational sessions, rousing keynotes, important networking, and unforgettable special events. Past speakers have included Former President Bill Clinton, Intuit founder Scott Cook, best-selling author and management guru Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, and many more business experts and leaders. The conference culminates in a black-tie gala dinner and awards ceremony in which all current year honorees are recognized.
The Inc. 500|5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony is open to current honorees, alumni, as well as other high-growth entrepreneurs.
What is Inc. magazine?
Inc., the only major business magazine edited exclusively for CEOs of fast-growing, private companies, delivers real solutions for today's innovative company builders. It provides hands-on resources and market-tested strategies for managing people, finances, sales, marketing, and technology. Inc. also looks beyond work to address the entrepreneurial lifestyle. Inc. inspires and informs, with cutting-edge coverage that reflects our readers' energy, brashness, and imagination.
What is the Inc. 500|5000 list?
Since 1982, Inc. magazine has published a special Inc. 500 issue that recognizes the 500 fastest-growing, private companies in America. Past honorees include Microsoft, Oracle, Timberland, Morningstar, Jamba Juice, and Domino’s Pizza. In 2007, Inc.com published the first-ever Inc. 5000 list—an expansion of the Inc. 500 list, now featuring the U.S.’s 5000 fastest-growing private companies.
Inc. 500|5000 program overview
The Inc. 500|5000 Conference and Awards Ceremony combines business learning, networking, recreation, and celebration for an unforgettable experience. Following are the key elements to the event:
Conference Program
The main conference program runs from Friday morning through Saturday afternoon. It features:
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|  | Keynote presentations by founders of prominent entrepreneurial companies and business celebrities |
| | Concurrent sessions organized by themes and audience that provide networking and learning opportunities among business leaders |
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Celebration
On Saturday evening Inc. hosts a black-tie gala and awards ceremony. This event honors the 2010 Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000 CEOs and their inspiring companies—those named to the 2010 Inc. 500|5000 list. There are no assigned seats unless you purchase a VIP Group Registration.
Tuxedo Reservations
Gentlemen, reserve your tuxedo now by downloading and faxing this form.
Pick-up will be at Potomac Coast Check on Friday and Saturday. There will also be someone on-site on Friday from 11am-2pm to take additional orders and do alterations.
Recreation and Networking
Inc. has organized the following activities designed to help attendees meet one another and enjoy the surrounding area:
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| | Annual Inc. 500|5000 Golf Tournament: On Thursday morning, Inc. hosts a golf tournament for conference attendees. Participation is limited to 144 players and reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. There is an $175 fee to participate in the golf tournament. The additional fee includes the greens fees, breakfast and lunch, and transportation. Golf club rentals and gratuities are the responsibility of the individual golfer. |
| | Welcome Reception: Meet other attendees and enjoy cocktail reception with light food during a casual welcome reception at the Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center. |
| | Black-tie Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony: This show-stopping and can't-miss affair will honor the Inc. 500|5000 honorees. VIP preferred seating is available for groups of ten. |
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Can I bring my children to the Inc. 500|5000 Conference?
There are no activities planned in the conference program for children.
For more information on childcare and children’s activities available at our host hotel, please call the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center at 301-965-2000.
Is there parking available at the host hotel?
Parking is available at the Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center. For more information, please call 301-965-2000.
Transportation to and from the airport?
Taxis are available from all major Washington, D.C., airports. The Gaylord National is just a 15-minute drive from Reagan National Airport and within a 45-minute drive from Dulles and Baltimore Washington International Airports.
Cancellation?
For all paid registrations, a full refund is available if a written cancellation is received no later than July 31, 2010. No refunds will be available after July 31, 2010.
Privacy
All material submitted as part of your initial application to the Inc. 500|5000 list is kept strictly confidential.
Your name, title, company, and contact information will be used by Inc. to invite you to future Inc. 500|5000 Conferences and other Inc. events.
Inc. will share your contact information with a select group of Inc. 500|5000 conference sponsors.
While in attendance the Inc. 500|5000 Conference and Awards Ceremony you may be recorded (including photography, video, and audio recordings). These images and recordings may be used in the future to promote the Inc. 500|5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony.
Any feedback you provide to Inc. in the process of registration, on-site at the event, and after the event may be used to further promote the Inc. 500|5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony.
Other Questions about Inc. Magazine
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| | For questions about subscriptions call 800-234-0999 or go to www.inc.com/subscribe. |
| | For notification of when the 2010 Inc. 500|5000 application launches, please send an e-mail to 2010inc5000info@inc.com. |
| | For licensing rights to use the Inc. 500 or Inc. 5000 logo on your company’s web site and/or marketing materials, and for reprints, plaques, desktop awards, apparel, and commemorative issues call the YGS Group at 800-755-2238 or send an email to reprints@inc.com. |
| | For Inc. 500 Commemorative Issues, call 800-290-5460. |
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