Now That You're Here
Welcome to your comprehensive guide. We provide all the information you need to make your Conference experience smooth and enjoyable.
We have very IMPORTANT information, so please read the entire page.
Hotel Accommodations
If you reserved a room at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, you should have received an email confirmation directly from the hotel. If you did not receive a confirmation, please contact them to confirm your room.
Should you need to make any changes, please contact the hotel directly.
If you need to cancel your room, please do so 72 hours prior to your arrival, otherwise the hotel will charge one night's room/tax to your credit card on file.
Hotel Parking
Enjoy a hassle-free parking experience with valet services.
Valet Hourly Rates: 0-1 hour $20, 1-2 hours $25, 3-5 hours $40
Valet Parking Conference Rate Per Day: $40+taxes (regularly $55)
Attire
- Conference - Business Attire
- 40th Celebration - Casual Chic
- Gala - Black Tie
Badge Requirement
- Please note that badges are required to access all official Conference Events. On-site check-in for the conference located on Atrium level.
- To view all Registration Hours and Agenda please click here
Shuttles to Offsite Events
Shuttles will be available to transport all attendees to the following Off-site Events.
Please meet at the Pickup/Drop Off Location: International Level - Cortland Street porte-cochére
Wednesday, December 6th
Golf Tournament
Pick-Up: Bus loads @ 7:15 AM, Departs hotel @ 7:30 AM
Return: Bus loads @ 2:45 PM
Golf Clinic
Pick-Up: Bus loads @ 9:15 AM, Departs hotel @ 9:30 AM
Return: Bus loads @ 3:00 PM
Opening Reception (Bus to loop throughout the event)
Pick-Up: First Bus loads @ 6:35 PM, Departs hotel @ 6:50 PM
Return: Last Bus loads to return to hotel @ 9:15 PM
Accessibility
- Reserved space for Wheelchair accessibility
- Reserved seats for Hearing/Sight Impaired for General Sessions and Breakout Sessions
- Gender Neutral Restroom
Transportation
If you require transportation to or from the airport, you can choose from one of our trusted vendors for a reliable and convenient ride.
Uber can also be scheduled in advance.
Reserve a ride with Uber in advance at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Click above for more details.
Hotel Restaurant, Bar and Coffee Shop Hours
Restaurant Name |
Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
High Velocity |
2:00PM-12:00AM |
2:00PM-12:00AM |
2:00PM-12:00AM |
2:00PM-12:00AM |
2:00PM-12:00AM |
2:00PM-12:00AM |
2:00PM-12:00AM |
Starbucks |
6:00AM-6:00PM |
6:00AM-6:00PM |
6:00AM-6:00PM |
6:00AM-6:00PM |
6:00AM-6:00PM |
6:00AM-6:00PM |
6:00AM-6:00PM |
Pulse Bar |
4:00PM-12:00AM |
4:00PM-12:00AM |
4:00PM-12:00AM |
4:00PM-12:00AM |
4:00PM-12:00AM |
4:00PM-12:00AM |
4:00PM-12:00AM |
Click here for more information on Restaurants and Bars.
Walking Challenge
Are you 'IN' for a little healthy competition? Our friends at Meet Minneapolis are hosting a step challenge to help you break in your walking shoes.
Top Steppers receive:
✨ The meeting planner with the most steps will win a $250.00 Target Shopping Card
✨ The meeting planner with the SECOND most steps will win a $150.00 Target Shopping Card
✨ Two suppliers with the most steps will each win one $50.00 Target Shopping Card
🏆 The Grand Prize drawing will occur on Friday, December 8 at 4:00pm immediately preceding the Business Exchange. You must be present to win.
How to participate:
▶ Download the MoveSpring app - all steps must be tracked via MoveSpring app
▶ You can access the MoveSpring app by downloading the app in your Apple Store, Google Play or creating an account by clicking here.
▶ Once your account is created you’ll automatically be added to the challenge.
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1. Scan the QR code or go to your App Store
2. Download the "Attendee Mobile" App.
3. Once downloaded, search for NCBMP
Be sure to enable notifications on the app once is downloaded
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List of Attendees as of November 30th. Click here to Download