2024 WACUBO Know Before You GoAttendee InformationWelcome to the WACUBO 2024 Annual Conference! Please review the information below detailing the event schedule, site location, parking, and more. If you have any questions about this information, please feel free to contact the WACUBO Office at [email protected] or by calling (206) 209-5297.
Travel InformationThe 2024 WACUBO Annual Conference will be held at the Disneyland Hotel. With flexible meeting and event space spanning over 182,000 square feet, the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California is home to 3 world-class hotels, 2 theme parks and the magic of Downtown Disney District—all within walking distance! Disneyland Hotel Disney Grand Californian Hotel 1030 West Katella Avenue Anaheim, California 92802 (657) 279-9786 Parking InformationSelf-parking is complimentary to registered hotel guests at Disneyland Resorts. Self-parking is available for non-hotel-registered guests for $35 (plus tax) per day, per vehicle and $70.00 valet parking. These guests should identify themselves as with WACUBO for the $35.00 self-parking, and please advise the front desk cast member that you have a car you are parking. Guests visiting select hotel table-service restaurants who are not registered at the hotel will receive 3 hours of parking with validation. Guests visiting select hotel table-service restaurants who are not registered at the hotel will receive 3 hours of parking with validation. Guests visiting select hotel table-service restaurants who are not registered at the hotel will receive 3 hours of parking with validation. Onsite self-parking at the Westin is $39.00 daily. Valet is $49.00 daily. There are 24 Tesla chargers at self-parking, with 10 EV stations in valet. To and From the AirportThere are several airport destinations located throughout the greater Los Angeles area, all of which are just a short ride away: John Wayne Airport, Orange County (SNA) – 14 miles Karmel Shuttle: (714) 670-3480 Read MoreUber DiscountFor those staying at overflow hotels, WACUBO has secured a special offer for attendees and staff from Uber. Get $10 off of two Uber rides during the conference.*Get the UBER CodeSecurity Checkpoints InformationIf you plan to visit Downtown Disney or will be passing through as you go between the Grand Californian and the Disneyland Hotel, please note that the Security Checkpoints open ~30 minutes before the parks open at 8:00 AM. Learn MoreRegistration and ArrivalThe conference registration desk will open at the following times.
Special Events and ScheduleThe full schedule is available on the WACUBO Conference website and on the app. Sunday☐ WACUBO Annual Golf Tournament | 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM | Sponsored by Johnson Controls
Breakfast is at 7:00 AM, with a shotgun start at 7:30 AM. Pre-registration is required.
☐ Pre-Conference Workshop | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Sponsored by HelioCampus
Data Analytics Hackathon: Transforming Higher Education. Pre-registration is required.
☐ New to WACUBO | 6:30 - 7:00 PM | Sponsored by Alliant Insurance Services First-time annual conference attendees are invited to meet other first-time attendees and our WACUBO Board members. Learn how to make the most of your annual conference experience and get the chance to win an original Disney drawing! ☐ Opening Reception - California Dreaming | 7:00 - 9:30 PM | Sponsored by Moss Adams Dress the part in your favorite California Beach/Casual attire. Catch up with friends or make new ones over dinner and drinks under the stars. Join friends in the photo booth or have your picture taken with Mickey and friends. ☐ World of Color Viewing at California Adventure Park| 9:15 - 11:00 PM | Sponsored by Follett To finish off this magical night, join us as we head to Disney California Adventure Park to see the exhilarating nighttime extravaganza, World of Color. Please note: Conference Attendee name badge or guest name badge and a wristband are required. Monday
☐ WACUBO Lunch | 12:15 - 1:30 PM ☐ Business Partner Showcase Dessert | 1:30 - 2:15 PM | Sponsored by KPMG ☐ Business Partner Showcase Wine & Cheese Reception | 5:00 - 6:00 PM | Sponsored by Bank of America Tuesday
☐ WACUBO Member Appreciation Lunch | 11:45 AM - 1:30 PM ☐ WACUBO President's Toast | 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Sponsored by SageView ☐ WACUBO After Dark | 8:30 -10:30 PM | Sponsored by Synario View the Full ScheduleEarly Morning Specialty Coffee SourcesAre you an early riser who needs your coffee? Here are some options to get your coffee of choice! Business PartnersBe sure to take the time to participate in our Business Partner Showcase activities during the breaks throughout the Conference. Make deeper connections with the sponsors and exhibitors by inviting them to join you for socials and other activities. View our Business Partners and SponsorsCPE InfoFor those who are obtaining CPE credits during this conference, WACUBO is asking that you bring a mobile device (phone or tablet) or a laptop computer in order to access Conferences i/O, the web-based tracking software. You can earn up to 16 CPE credits throughout the conference with additional CPE credits for attending a pre-conference workshop. You can find a breakdown of the credits available on the schedule-at-a-glance. Tutorials are available on the WACUBO website for in-person tracking and instructions for using Conferences i/o can be found online. The WACUBO 2024 CPE check-ins will be available at the start of conference. Review UpdatesService ProjectEvery year, WACUBO participates in a Service Project in connection with the Annual Conference. This year, we ask that you help us support the Davis Middle School Robotics Team in Compton, California. The young, award-winning Robotics Team is the only middle school team in Compton to compete against other high school teams. In their second year competing, they placed 21 of 40 teams in the Southern California leagues, despite being a novice team. Two Opportunities to Support and Win
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Conference AppDownload the Conference App WACUBO is excited to announce that we are striving to host an eco-friendlier event. We encourage you this year to download the WACUBO app to help navigate the conference and Business Partner Showcase. The app is available for download. You will be able to log in to the app a week before conference begins. Look out for an email with further instructions! Follow these simple steps to install the app on your device:
Attendee ExperienceIn addition to our host hotel and amenities, many attractions make Anaheim a fun and historic destination for all visitors. From baseball, comedy, music and, of course, Disney, there is something for everyone in Anaheim. Read MoreWACUBO SustainabilityWACUBO is living its values of environmental sustainability and social enterprise in planning the 2024 annual conference. Read MoreTips for Attending a WACUBO Conference✮ Plan which sessions you want to attend in advance. Check out the schedule on the website or download the app and make a note of which sessions or presenters you especially want to see. ✮ Wear comfortable shoes. You might find that you do a surprising amount of walking at a WACUBO conference. Between getting from your hotel to the conference venue, walking between sessions, and going out in the evening for dinner or social events, you may well be on your feet all day. So make sure you wear shoes that are comfortable and won't cause you pain. ✮ Dress in layers. Business casual is appropriate for all WACUBO conferences and any related events, except the Opening Night event, which is casual. We do recommend that you dress in layers as session rooms can vary in temperature and you will be walking in between buildings as well. Be sure to check the weather before you pack! ✮ Attend the social events. Social events, such as receptions or Business Partner events, are an important part of the conference experience as they give you a chance to talk with the other attendees and Business Partners in a more informal setting. So do make an effort to attend at least some of the social events as well as education sessions. ✮ Stay in touch. As we all know, conferences are a great way to connect with our counterparts at other universities or friends we haven't seen in a long time, but don't let that contact end at the conference. We encourage you to stay in touch, share ideas, and compare challenges to get the most out of the conference. DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)WACUBO has broadened its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of its professional development content and business practices: The 2024 Annual Conference includes the following general and concurrent sessions:General Session: From Equity Talk to Equity Walk by author Tia McNair Brown What You Should Know About DEIStrength, Power, and Positionality: Defining your Identity in the Workplace
For more information, please see our Diversity Statement. You can also reach out to members of our DEI Committee. |
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