Conference Venue
JW Marriott Indianapolis
All conference events will be held at:
JW Marriott Indianapolis
10 S West Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Tel: (317) 860-5800
The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is located 14 miles from the JW Marriott Indianapolis.
Indianapolis Union Station is located approximately 6 miles from the hotel. Amtrak’s Cardinal line serves the terminal.
Ground Transportation
The hotel does not offer a shuttle service but Uber and Lyft services are available throughout the city of Indianapolis.
Parking validation is not available for conference attendees.
Self-parking is available for the daily rate of $55/day. The self-parking entrances are located off of Maryland Street and Washington Street.
Valet parking is available for $75/day. The valet parking overnight guest rate is between $60-$70.
Presenters: AV, Bring your Laptop
Computer projectors will be available in every session room. You must bring your own laptop (or plan to share with another presenter) and AC power adapter. Mac users, don’t forget your own HDMI adapter (i.e., dongle). Technical assistance will be available for any AV issues.
Courtesy to Speakers
During sessions, please silence all cell phones and other devices. Also note that the use of cameras and recording devices is prohibited unless you have received prior permission from the speaker.
Conference Check-in
Conference check-in, including badge pick-up for attendees, speakers, VIPs, and guests, and a full-service registration desk, are located in Griffin Hall on the second floor of the JW Marriott Indianapolis on Sunday, 7am-5pm, Monday, 7am-5pm, and Tuesday, 7am-5pm.
If you’ve already registered, you may print your badge and pick up your conference materials. You will be required to enter your last name to check in. Once you have confirmed your registration, your badge will print out. Please proceed to the adjoining area to pick up your lanyard and conference materials.
Badges are required for conference sessions, meals, and all meeting events, including the Edelman Gala. All attendees, including speakers and session chairs, must register and pay the registration fee. Lost badges can be replaced at the Conference Check-in desk for a nominal fee.
BYOWB
Bring Your Own Water Bottle (BYOWB) and support INFORMS’ sustainability efforts.
Download the “INFORMS Meetings” mobile app
Note: The 2025 INFORMS Analytics+ Conference event will be available to access in the mobile app on or around April 1. Registered participants will receive an automated email once the event is available in the mobile app.
Scan the QR code below to download the INFORMS app:
The conference schedule, presentation and exhibit details, attendee directory, and maps can be found on the mobile app. To download, visit the Apple Store or Google Play Store and search for “Engagefully.” Once installed, open the app and search for “INFORMS.”
To access the Analytics+ Conference, click on Conferences, select Upcoming, then select the 2025 INFORMS Analytics+ Conference.
When you view the conference schedule, you can browse through presentations and events or search for specific speakers/keywords. As you find events/presentations that interest you, click on the checked calendar icon to add it to your schedule.
Post and share photos in the Social Timeline!
Have your phone ready when networking and visiting the exhibits! Scan QR codes to capture contact information of those you meet. Stay connected during and after the Analytics+ Conference.
Note: Only the information in your mobile app profile is shared. The mobile app scan does not access other data on your phone or anything outside the Engagefully app.
New this year?
Click below to download a Journey Map for First-Time Attendees.
Exhibitor Workshops on Sunday
There are 15 technology companies offering workshops on Sunday between 11am-4pm, at no additional cost to conference registrants. Companies and details can be found here.
Conference Exhibitors
Sunday, Welcome Reception, 7-8:30pm
Monday, 9am-4pm
Tuesday, 9am-4pm
Griffin Hall, Level 2
View a full list of exhibitors and hours here.
Networking and Meals
Full conference attendees are offered the following opportunities to network and eat:
-Sunday Welcome Reception
-Monday Breakfast, Lunch, Two (2) Coffee Breaks, and Dinner
-Tuesday Breakfast, Lunch, and Two (2) Coffee Breaks
Please note: Breakfast & Lunch are not offered on Sunday. Menu selections will be available in the mobile app.
Edelman Gala & Banquet
Monday, 7-10pm
JW Grand Ballroom 5/6
This celebration on Monday evening will honor the very best in advanced analytics and operations research, as we salute the 2025 finalists and announce the 2025 winner of the Franz Edelman Award. Winners of the INFORMS Prize, Daniel H. Wagner Prize, UPS George D. Smith Prize, and the Early Career Practitioner Award will also be recognized. Attendance at the banquet is included for full conference registrants. A number of tables close to the stage will be reserved for Edelman Committee members, judges, coaches, finalist teams, and sponsors. All other tables are available for open seating. Come celebrate with your colleagues!
What to Wear?
Dress during the day and for the Sunday receptions is business casual. For the Edelman Gala on Monday evening, the dress is semiformal, such as one would wear for fine restaurant dining (e.g., jacket and tie or dress). We recommend that you check the weather online before traveling. In addition, hotel meeting rooms are often chilly, so plan to wear a sweater or light jacket.
Conference Photos
View photos updated throughout the Conference in one of three places: the Social Timeline in the mobile app, conference homepage, or directly on INFORMS Flickr. Share your own conference pictures with us on X and Instagram using #2025Analytics.
