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NOVEMBER 21 - 24, 2019 HYATT REGENCY PHOENIX 122 N. 2ND ST. PHOENIX, AZ 85004Â
TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents.....................................Page 1 Hotel Information....................................Page 2 Convention Agenda..................................Page 6 Keynote Speaker......................................Page 9 Gala Dinner.............................................Page 10 Sponsored Event.....................................Page 11 Sightseeing Tours...................................Page 12 Educational Sessions...............................Page 15 Notes.....................................................Page 17
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HOTEL INFORMATION HYATT REGENCY PHOENIX
122 North Second Street, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85004
Located across the street from the Phoenix Convention Center, Hyatt Regency Phoenix places downtown Phoenix at your feet. Walk to the Arizona Center Shops and entertainment at CityScape, located two blocks from the hotel. Explore museums, culture, the arts, and the vibrant nightlife of downtown Phoenix just outside the doors.
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HOTEL AMENITIES HOTEL INFORMATION HYATT REGENCY PHOENIX
122 North Second Street, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85004
Newspapers In Lobby Express Check In Valet Parking Free Wi-Fi Business Services
Laundry / Dry Cleaning Hot Tub w/ Sundeck 24 Hour Gym Water Bottles Game Consoles in Rooms
COMPASS ARIZONA GRILL Take in 360-degree views of the valley's mountains and cityscape in the only revolving restaurant in Arizona. Hyatt Regency Phoenix's award-winning Compass Arizona Grill delivers American southwest cuisine with local flavors and ingredients. Open Daily, 5pm-10pm Sunday-Thursday, Reverse Happy Hours, 9pm11pm.
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HOTEL SERVICES HOTEL INFORMATION HYATT REGENCY PHOENIX
122 North Second Street, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85004
FITNESS CENTER Work in a workout during your trip at the 24-hour StayFit™ gym and take advantage of cardio machines, strength training equipment, free weights, and much more.
BUSINESS CENTER Stay productive with convenient office services including printing, fax, and shipping service, plus access to high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Additional business services are available adjacent to the hotel, with dedicated staff available to assist you with any needs.
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FEATURED SPONSOR HOTEL INFORMATION SEAGRAMS The heritage of premium quality and smooth flavor distinguish Seagram’s Gin from their competitors as they continue to reign as America’s #1 leading gin brand, as well as their reputation as the affordable mixing gin. Inspired by the success of their award-winning Extra Dry, Seagram’s Gin became the first gin brand to innovate using flavored liqueurs. On every quality-made product, the brand displays their core values of Integrity, Craftsmanship and Tradition, instilled by entrepreneur and brand founder Samuel Bronfman.
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CONVENTION AGENDA HOTEL INFORMATION THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21 9 - 5:00 pm............................Registration | Front Desk 9 - 5:00 pm...............................Trade Show | Ballroom 6 - 7:30 pm..........................Networking | Garden Court 7:30 - 10:30 pm......Gala Dinner/Keynote | Gilbert Room
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER2221 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7 - 9:00 am..............................Breakfast | Market Patio 9 - 10:30 am..............General Session | Sundance Room 10:30 - 11:00 am.................................................Break 11 - 12:30 pm............. Edu. Sessions | Various Locations 12:30 - 1:30 pm.............Lunch | Market Patio & Garden 1:35 - 4:15 pm...........................Trade Show | Ballroom 4:30 - 6:00 pm............ Edu. Sessions | Various Locations 6:00 - 6:30 pm.....................................................Break 6:30 - 9:00 pm.....Hot Air Balloon Tour | Grand Staircase 6:30 - 9:00 pm...............Desert Botanical Tour | Atrium 6
CONVENTION AGENDA HOTEL INFORMATION SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23 7 - 9:00 am.................Breakfast | Networks Restaurant 9 - 10:30 am.............General Session | Sundance Room 10:30 - 11:00 am................................................Break 11 - 12:30 pm.......Breakout Sessions | Various locations 12:30 - 1:30 pm............................Lunch | Market Patio 1:30 - 2:30 pm.....................................................Break NOVEMBER 2:30 - 6:30THURSDAY, pm...............Desert Botanical21 Tour | Atrium 2:30 - 6:30 pm....Hot Air Balloon Tour | Grand Staircase 7 - 9:00 pm..................................Dinner | Gilbert Room 8 - 10:00 pm....Sponsored Event | Compass Arizona Grill
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24 7 - 9:00 am.................Breakfast | Networks Restaurant 9 - 11:00 am.........Breakout Sessions | Various locations 11 - 11:30 am......................................................Break 11:30 - 12:30 pm.......General Session | Sundance Room 7
FEATURED SPONSOR HOTEL INFORMATION VIRGIN ATLANTIC Virgin Atlantic airlines began in 1984 and was opened by Richard Branson. By the end of the decade they had flown over 1 million passenger and were the first airline to offer individual TVs to their business class passengers. Over the years they have expanded their routes, improved their airports with prime entertainment, and have reduced the stress with easier and faster check ins. Since 2012 they have earned over 20 awards for their service and we are happy to have them as one of our premium sponsors for the 2019 convention.
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KEYNOTE SPEAKER RYAN REYNOLDS
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Ryan Reynolds is known for his comedic performances and appearances in a string of films. His most recent venture includes purchasing a stake of Aviation Gin. Aviation American Gin is a brand of distilled spirit first produced in Portland, Oregon. Reynolds is perhaps the first celebrity to invest in the juniper berry-derived liquor. The star has taken a seat as the face of the brand serving as the company's creative director while being involved in the entire creative process for Aviation.
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GALA DINNER THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21 - 7:30 PM GILBERT ROOM
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Our Gala Dinner continues to be the premier networking event of the year. With over 100 exhibitors, gin enthusiasts, investors, and the media, join us for an evening of excellent food, a keynote speaker session hosted by Ryan Reynolds, a chance to network, learn more about the growing industry and the best of what gin has to offer.
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SPONSORED EVENT SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23 - 8:00 - 10:00 PM COMPASS ARIZONA GRILL
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Come and join us in the Compass Arizona Grill for networking and an open bar, sponsored by Aviation Gin. By attending this event, you will be entered into a raffle sponsored by Virgin Atlantic that allows you a chance to win an all-inclusive trip to the St. Regis Bora Bora Resort. You don’t want to miss this opportunity, so make sure to get there early! 25
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DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN Friday, November 22 - 6:30 - 9 PM Saturday, November 23 - 2:30 - 6:30 PM Think the desert is all dirt and tumbleweeds? Think again. Desert Botanical Garden is home to thousands of species of cacti, trees, and flowers from all around the world spread across 55 acres in Phoenix, Arizona. Explore the Garden with an expert who will help you understand the extraordinary plants of the Sonoran Desert.
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HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE Friday, November 22 - 6:30 - 9 PM Saturday, November 23 - 2:30 - 6:30 PM Experience a hot-air balloon ride over the Sonoran desert and see breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape while floating effortlessly across the sky. Enjoy catered food and gin martinis after the flight. Commemorative flight certificate, plus transportation to and from the landing site is included.
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FEATURED SPONSOR HOTEL INFORMATION AVIATION AMERICAN GIN
Aviation American Gin is a brand of distilled spirit first produced in Portland, Oregon, by founders Christian Krogstad and Ryan Magarian in 2006. It is classified as an "American dry gin," meaning the flavor profile is less juniper-forward and is recognized as a movement away from traditional gin. Through repeated trial and experimentation with 7 botanicals, Ryan and Christian finally landed on a democratic blend with juniper in the background. Aviation, a gin created to be so balanced and smooth, can complement any cocktail or even fly solo. 14
GINTERESTING EXOTIC BOTANICAL GARDENS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22 / ELLIS ROOM WEST 11 - 12:30 PM & 4:30 - 6 PM SED E R T !
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Come join horticulturist Chris Cotterell 25 and learn about the crafting of this beautiful and delicious gin! This session INTERNATIONAL will teach you about Cotterell’s ASSOCIATION OF journey on how he got to being in charge of taking care of exotic botanicals GIN LOVERS in some of the highest renowned LET THE FUN BEGIN! ‘Glasshouses’ that were designed by Heatherwick Studio. Chris is challenged with overseeing and executing the vision of Heatherwick Studio, and this gives us a chance to learn about the flora and fauna that he tends to. He also tends to private and public distilling grounds and holds a variety of horticulture and botanical events to Chris Cotterell help others reap this trade. Bombay Sapphire Horticulturist
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BECOMING YOUR OWN PRODUCER
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Do you love gin enough to make and distribute it? If so, this is the session for you! John Cocca, the Director of the Arizona Department of Liquor, is going to be presenting you with information of how to sell your product legally, and give you tips and tricks on how to do it quickly and efficiently! Cocca is a man of many trades. He has been involved in array of things that contribute to our society – from social nonprofits such as the Boys and Girls Club, to being employed by the state and government of Arizona. He has been involved in the law enforcement community for years and has tons of knowledge he wants to share with you! If you would like to learn more about the licensing laws of Arizona and the United States, come join us and learn how to get started on licensing your product in Ellis Room East.
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John Cocca Director of Arizona Department of Liquor
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