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LOCATION
All conference sessions will be held at the Raleigh Convention Center located at 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. The Raleigh Convention Center is adjacent to the Marriott and Sheraton hotel properties.
RDU AIRPORT AND GROUND TRANSPORTATION
The Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) is approximately 20 minutes away by car/taxi from downtown Raleigh.
There are two terminals that will service conference delegates. After deplaning, follow overhead signs to "Baggage Claim." A floor plan of RDU is available on the conference website.
Once in the Baggage Claim Area, follow overhead signs that read "Taxi" and "Ground Transportation." Delegates have two main options for ground transportation:
• The Raleigh-Durham International Airport Taxi Service and other private taxi services provide transportation to downtown Raleigh. Most taxis accept payment via credit card. Fares are determined via a meter system.
• Additionally, a group rate has been arranged with SuperShuttle (a van/transportation company). Fares are $16 One-way/$28 Round trip. Please note that SuperShuttle is a "ride share" service; there may be other passengers/delegates traveling with you from the airport. To decrease wait time, it is recommended that advanced reservations are made at least 24 hours in advance. To access the IASP Super Shuttle Rate and make a reservation, please enter "PSJLT" in the group discount code field.
ON-SITE REGISTRATION
All conference participants will need to stop by the registration desk to sign in, pick up conference packets, and obtain a badge. On-Site registration will be open in the Exhibit Hall located in the in the Raleigh Convention Center, Ballroom C. Please note that delegates must wear their badge to attend conference sessions and social functions.
• Monday, June 1 from 11:00 am to 5:30 pm | 11.00 - 17.30
• Tuesday, June 2 from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm | 08.00 - 17.30
• Wednesday, June 3 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | 08.00 - 17.00
PRE-CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES
As noted above, delegates who have registered for pre-conference activities will receive confirmation e-mails and instructions under separate cover. These pre-conference activities include the golf tournament in Pinehurst (May 31), the Durham Bulls Baseball game (May 31), the IASP Pre-conference Seminar on Fundamentals of Science Park Management (June 1), and the RTP and NC Research Parks Network detailed tours (June 1).
For those of you who have signed up for the Durham Bulls Baseball game, please plan to meet in the main lobby of the Convention Center at 4:00 PM (16.00) on Sunday, May 31, unless you have made alternate arrangements. The RTP staff will meet you there and will distribute tickets at that time.
IASP is accepting a limited number of walk-in registrations for the Pre-Conference Seminar on Fundamentals of Science Park Management on June 1, 2009. Please note that there is an extra fee to participate in this seminar and that space is limited. If you plan to attend and have not registered, please contact services@iasp.ws as soon as possible.
Delegates wishing to attend the Welcome Reception should plan to depart from the main lobby of the Convention Center beginning at 4:30 PM (16.30). Shuttles to RTP (the venue of the Welcome Reception) will depart approximately every 15 minutes from 4:30 - 6:00 PM (16.30 - 18.00). Transportation from the reception back to Raleigh will also be provided.
SCHEDULE
Please visit the website for the most up-to-date conference schedule. Please note that the Opening Ceremony will begin promptly at 9:00 AM (09.00) on Tuesday, June 2, 2009, in Ballroom AB of the Convention Center.
MEDIA
Please note that a number of national, international and local journalists have registered to attend the XXVI IASP conference. As such, please be aware that all sessions of the conference will be “on the record” and that you may be asked for an interview or commentary by one of the journalists. The journalists covering the event include print, broadcast and bloggers.
ATTIRE
With the exception of the Gala Dinner, all social events and conference sessions are business casual. For
men, slacks and a long-sleeved, collared shirt are appropriate. A jacket and necktie are not required, but are customary. For women, slacks or a skirt with a blouse or sweater is appropriate. For the cooler evenings and the occasional cool day, consider bringing a lightweight jacket. Dress for the Gala Dinner is business professional. For men, a business suit or sport coat and dress slacks is appropriate. For women, a business suit (slacks, skirt or dress) or business slacks or skirt with a blouse of sweater is appropriate.
WEATHER
June is often one of the most pleasant of the warmer months in North Carolina - average temperature is 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Delegates may want to pack a light jacket in case the temperature dips in the evening. In the event of rain, the Marriott has a supply of umbrellas. We encourage you to pack your own umbrella as this supply is limited.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please contact the conference organizers at iasp2009rtp.org should you have other questions or need additional information.
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