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Analytics+ First Time Attendee Webinar<\/h2>\n

Tuesday, April 7, 1-2pm ET<\/strong><\/h4>\n

New to the INFORMS Analytics+ Conference? Join us for this First-Time Attendee webinar led by Conference Chair Zohar Strinka, CAP-X for an insider\u2019s overview of what to expect and how to get the most out of your conference experience. Zohar will walk through the structure of the program, key session types, and practical tips for navigating the event, making connections, and focusing your time. This session will help you arrive prepared and confident.

Register on Zoom<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Conference Venue<\/h2>\n

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center<\/strong><\/h4>\n

All conference events will be held at:<\/em><\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Gaylord\u00a0National Resort & Convention Center<\/a><\/strong>
201 Waterfront St
National Harbor, MD 20745<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n

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Getting Here<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The closest airport is\u00a0Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)<\/a>\u00a0located 6.9 miles away from the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center.<\/p>\n

Please be aware that traffic can be very heavy around the DC Area.\u00a0 Heavy traffic times vary but are typically between 6-10am and 3-7pm.\u00a0\u00a0 Plan travel accordingly and note that some transportation costs (i.e. Uber\/Lyft) may vary depending on travel times.<\/p>\n

The\u00a0Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile and 5K<\/a> are taking place on Sunday, April 12, and Saturday, April 11, respectively. Sunday’s race is in Washington, DC, and Saturday’s race is in Arlington, VA, near DCA and the host hotel in Crystal City\/Arlington, VA, but we want to make sure you\u2019re aware of some extra traffic and road closures that could occur.<\/p>\n

Parking<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Parking validation is not available for conference attendees.<\/p>\n

Self-parking is available for the daily rate of $46\/day. Please refer to\u00a0What to Expect<\/a>\u00a0on the Gaylord National website to confirm pricing before arrival.<\/p>\n

Valet parking is available for $70\/day.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n \n \n \n \"Call\n <\/a>\n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n