SPECIAL UPDATE ON HOTEL ROOMS: More rooms have been added to the NADCO room block.
HOTEL INFORMATION
HOTEL INFORMATION
Celebrate FY23. Elevate the Industry. Activate our Future.
November 13-17 – New Orleans, LA
2023 Fall Board Meeting: November 13 | NOW'23: November 13-16 | 2023 Fall In-Person Training: November 16-17
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THE LARGEST CDC LENDING INDUSTRY GATHERING
Come to New Orleans for NADCO’s annual gathering of industry experts and partners, CDC staff from across the country and SBA representatives.
As the SBA’s trusted partner, NADCO’s NOW Conference will feature must-see keynote speakers, general and breakout sessions, the latest regulatory news, special events and training. You will also enjoy networking and exploring the marketplace of exhibitors and sponsors.
NOW IS THE TIME TO BRING THE TEAM!
NOW offers a wealth of valuable and timely information for everyone at your CDC from Executive Leadership and Board Members to Loan and Business Development Officers to Servicing, Credit and Processing Teams. NOW provides a wide range of benefits including professional development, networking, government relations news, tips to streamline operations, tactics to increase approval rates and much more.Top of Page
REGISTRATION FEES
Register NOW! Take advantage of Early Bird Rates through September 12, 2023
Interested in our Scholarship Program? CLICK HERE for the details.
This is an in-person only event. CLICK HERE to review the COVID Policy for this event.
Want to sign up for In-Person Training? Check out the 504 Loan Closing and Eligibility & Deal Structures course pages to learn about all the classes and fees.
Main Conference Registration |
Through 9/12 |
After 9/12 |
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| NADCO Member – 1st Registrant | $949 per person | $1,199 per person | |
| NADCO Member – Additional Registrants | $849 per person | $1,099 per person | |
| CDC Board Member | $649 per person | $899 per person | |
| SBA/Federal Government | $649 per person | $899 per person | |
| Non-Members | $1,349 per person | $1,599 per person |
Specialty Workshop Registration |
Through 9/12 |
After 9/12 |
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| NADCO Member | $259 per person | $359 per person | |
| CDC Board Member | $259 per person | $359 per person | |
| SBA/Federal Government | $209 per person | $309 per person | |
| Non-Members | $509 per person | $609 per person |
Special Event and Registration |
Rates |
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| Guest – Welcome Reception ONLY | $89 per person | ||
| Guest – NOW Big Easy Bash ONLY | $109 per person | ||
| Guest – Daily Lunches (each) | $69 per person | ||
| 10 Extra Welcome Reception Drink Tickets | $115 | ||
| 20 Extra Welcome Reception Drink Tickets | $225 | ||
| 10 Extra NOW Big Easy Bash Drink Tickets | $115 | ||
| 20 Extra NOW Big Easy Bash Drink Tickets | $225 | ||
| 30 Extra NOW Big Easy Bash Drink Tickets | $340 |
Please note that guest registrations DO NOT include any of the general or breakout sessions. A la carte items may be purchased for guests attending specific events. CDC industry personnel are never considered guests.
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NADCO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The NADCO Scholarship Program is designed to create opportunities for as many CDC employees as possible to access education, training and industry events.What:
- Up to ten (10) scholarships for individual registrations will be awarded for the 2023 NOW Conference in New Orleans
- The selected recipients will receive a registration fee waiver for just the main registration
- The scholarship covers only the cost of the conference registration fee
- The Specialty Workshop and additional training courses are not covered by the scholarship and must be added to the registration at the cost of the attendee
- The scholarship does NOT cover hotel, travel, or per diem expenses
- Recipients are required to stay in the NADCO hotel block
- All scholarship requests must come from CDCs that are current NADCO members
- NADCO will only award one scholarship per CDC.
Who is Eligible:
The scholarships are intended for employees at CDCs that would not otherwise send someone due to financial restrictions. CDC employees that match this description are encouraged to apply for one of the scholarship awards. All information is kept confidential.CDC employees might consider applying for the following reasons:
- The cost of the registration is too much when combined with travel and hotel expenses
- The CDC feels it's necessary to send an additional person, but can only afford one set of registration fees
How to Apply:
- Download and complete the NADCO Scholarship Program application
- Submit your completed application by September 12, 2023 via email to Mandy Robertson at mrobertson@nadco.org
- NADCO staff will review the applications (keeping all information confidential) and respond by September 26, 2023
- NADCO will continue accepting applications after the deadline only if we have not yet awarded all ten (10) scholarships
- Applicants should NOT register for the conference; registrations will be processed by NADCO once the scholarships have been awarded
Important Information
- This is an IN-PERSON conference (there is no virtual option)
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CANCELLATION POLICY
Full refunds less a $75 processing fee are granted through 09/12/202350% refunds are granted 09/13/2023 through 10/19/2023
No refunds will be issued after 10/19/2023
No refunds are available after October 19, 2023. We will gladly transfer the registration to another individual if a refund is no longer possible. ALL cancellation, refund and transfer requests must be submitted in writing via email to Mandy Robertsonat mrobertson@nadco.org.
NADCO understands that there are circumstances outside of your control that prevent you from attending an event once registered, which is why we've done our best to craft an understanding and fair cancellation policy. Please understand that after the close of the housing block, NADCO is fully committed to the expenses of each person attending the conference. Any room cancellations after the housing block ends cannot be resold to other NADCO attendees and will count as attrition to NADCO. NADCO must balance the need to provide enough housing to accommodate all of our attendees without incurring attrition charges.
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COVID POLICY
Our members’ health and safety is our number one priority and we understand that each person will take into consideration their own wellness when deciding whether to attend in-person.NADCO is following the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance in regard to travel, group settings and holding safe conferences. NADCO will also adhere to state, local and hotel guidelines. Requirements for attending are listed below and are subject to change should the CDC; federal, state, or local government; or the hotel change their policies prior to the start of, or during, the 2023 NOW Conference.
Here is the 2023 NOW Conference, 2023 Fall Board Meeting and 2023 Fall Training protocol, based on the most recent information from the CDC:
- Vaccination: NADCO will not require proof of vaccination for attendance at the 2023 NOW Conference.
- Liability: By attending, instructing at or participating in any and all Activities associated with the NADCO 2023 NOW Conference, 2023 Fall Board Meeting, and 2023 Fall Training whether onsite at the hotel or offsite at other venues, you agree to the assumption of risks associated with these events, absolve NADCO of liability and agree to the full disclaimer below.
- Masks: NADCO recommends that attendees in high-risk groups wear masks and practice social distancing when able to do so. It is highly advisable to wear masks during travel and in public transportation settings. The CDC recommends getting tested for COVID-19 after travel if your travel included situations with greater risk of exposure such as being in crowded places.
- Follow: the latest CDC guidelines for COVID-19 exposure and positive tests.
RISK AND LIABILITY DISCLAIMER
In consideration of your attendance and participation in the NADCO 2023 NOW Conference, 2023 Fall Board Meeting, and/or 2023 Fall Board Meeting Events of the National Association of Development Companies and related activities (collectively, the “Activities”), You agree to and understand that you, do hereby forever release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue the National Association of Development Companies, and its past, current, and future officers, directors, employees, members, volunteers, representatives, affiliates, agents, successors, and assigns (collectively, “NADCO”) from any and all damages, injuries, losses, liability, claims, causes of action, litigation, or demands, including but not limited to those for personal injury, sickness, or death, as well as property damages and expenses, of any nature whatsoever which may be incurred, directly or indirectly, now or in the future, in any way related to or connected with your participation in or attendance at the Activities, and any travel related thereto, to the fullest extent permitted by law.ASSUMPTION OF RISKS. You understand and acknowledge that some of the Activities and related travel involve, or may involve, contact with heat, humidity, cold, wind, precipitation, water, ice, or snow, dirt, rocks, and/or branches, physical exertion, physical impact, or that may involve activities off the ground are inherently high risk.You assume all responsibility and assume all risk associated with participation in the Activities and associated travel.
COVID-19 RELATED RISKS. You further understand that while NADCO has undertaken reasonable steps to lessen the risk of transmission of COVID-19 in connection with the Activities, NADCO is not responsible in any manner for any risks related to COVID-19 in connection with the Activities. You understand that the World Health Organization has classified the COVID-19 outbreak as a pandemic. You further understand that COVID-19 is a highly contagious and dangerous disease, and that contact with the virus that causes COVID-19 may result in significant personal injury or death.You are fully aware that participation in the Activities and related travel carries with it certain inherent risks related to COVID-19 transmission (“Inherent Risks”) that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid such risks. Inherent Risks may include, but are not limited to, (1) the risk of coming into close contact with individuals or objects that may be carrying COVID-19; (2) the risk of transmitting or contracting COVID-19, directly or indirectly, to or from other individuals; and (3) injuries and complications ranging in severity from minor to catastrophic, including death, resulting directly or indirectly from COVID-19 or the treatment thereof. You voluntarily accept and assume all risk of loss, personal injury, sickness, death, damage, and expense arising from such Inherent Risks.
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QUESTIONS?
Please email Mandy Robertson at mrobertson@nadco.org.Top of Page
