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This year SER members will gather at the Sofitel Hotels & Resorts in Washington D.C. for their Annual Membership Meeting & 2024 Conference. Located in Lafayette Squre, the Sofitel is currently nominated for the prestigious Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2024 and was voted as a Top Ten Hotel in Travel & Leisure's World's Best in 2023. Home to the Nation's Capital, downtown D.C. is full of history, attractions, shopping and dining including National Monuments & Memorials, as well as Museums & Art Galleries. Held over two days, the SER conference provides in-depth presentations and discussions related to experts' experiences in financial industry related dispute resolution, as well as one-on-one conversations and networking opportunities.
| Location | SOFITEL HOTELS & RESORTS 806 15th St NW Washington DC 20005 (see details below) |
| Dates | Friday July 26th - Saturday July 27th |
| Sessions | Beginning with Lunch on Friday and All Day Saturday
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| Friday Night | Cocktails and seated dinner hosted at The Sofitel Keynote speaker: Tom Hardin, Ex-FBI informant (Tipper X from "Operation Perfect Hedge") turned impactful corporate trainer and keynote speaker, Mr. Hardin advocates for ethical, accountable organizational culture. After dinner events, Guided Walk outside or Group Trivia inside! |
Spouse/ Guest Saturday Lunch |
Spouses/guests are invited to come together on Saturday for lunch while members attend conference sessions. (Details forthcoming!) |
Saturday Night |
Wrap up your conference experience with a trip to the prestigious Army Navy Country Club in Arlington for dinner and a Keynote Speaker (tbd). |
| Highlights! | New members/First time attendees, inquire about Friday New Member Breakfast. Numerous networking with fellow members to enhance engagement opportunities. |
| Things to Do | Visit the Washington.org website for events and things to do while you're here! |
"The experience was beyond my expectations from the amount of knowledge I gained over the two days, how friendly and willing to share all of the members were as well as how all the networking sessions played out."
James Karabas, New Member 2023
"The SER Conference is my favorite professional event. The opportunities to learn from and with my respected colleagues have been invaluable to my professional development and foundational to the growth of my practice.”
Elizabeth Falk, Past President
"Attending the SER Conference is an investment in your career as an expert witness."
Bruce Foerster, Past President
"Participating at the SER annual conference and networking among fellow members continues my dispute resolution education and adds value to services I provide engaging Attorneys."
Jack Herrmann, Former Board Member
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| Sponsorship Level | Cost |
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Silver: Acknowledgment on conference related registration emails, newsroom, newsletter; your marketing materials included the registration bag; logo on website Sponsor page. |
$250 |
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Gold: Silver benefits above PLUS logo on Sponsor page and Agenda linked to company website; signage on location.
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$500/ |
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Platinum: All Silver and Gold benefits above PLUS company name linked on Agenda; recognition on LinkedIn and Ads.
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$1,000/ |
| Platinum Plus/Other Opportunities: All Silver, Gold and Platinum benefits above PLUS: Table/Booth with Marketing Material 5 Minute Presentation in front of attendees @ Member Meeting |
$1,250 / $2,000 $1,500 / $2,500 |
To purchase a sponsorship click here, or for additional information,
please email Patricia Koetting or call at 919-967-9040.
Registration |
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5/25/24- thru 6/24/24 |
After 6/24/24 |
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| Member-Conference & Saturday Night Dinner | $1,225 | $1,325 | $1,425 | |
| Member & Guest-Conference & Saturday Night Dinner | $1,775 | $1,875 | $1,975 | |
| Member-Conference Only | $1,095 | $1,195 | $1,295 | |
| Member & Guest-Conference Only | $1,515 | $1,615 | $1,715 |
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Spouse/Guest Registration: The spouse/guest registration fee includes Friday lunch, cocktail hour, dinner; Saturday breakfast. The fee does not include conference materials, attendance at any scheduled meetings or breaks or Saturday lunch.
Meeting Refund/Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received in writing on or before June 24, 2024, will receive a full refund less a $100 per person processing fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after June 24, 2024. If SER cancels the conference for any reason at any time, SER members who have paid the registration fee will receive a 100% refund.
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Currently nominated for the prestigious Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2024, the Sofitel is conveniently located in Lafayette Square only two blocks from the White House and walking distance to local monuments and museums. The hotel draws "inspiration from both the local culture and the French art de vivre" where you will "find a celebration of innovation as well as luxurious touches and design details. Take in a stunning array of Art Deco style in our historic building when you check-in, then settle into your refined room with elegant accents and timeless décor. During your time with us, indulge in our unparalleled amenities to enhance your stay."
THERE ARE A LIMITED NUMBER OF ROOMS BLOCKED FOR THE CONFERENCE, AVAILABLE ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS. YOU MUST FIRST REGISTER AS AN ATTENDEE AT THE CONFERENCE. HOTEL RESERVATIONS WITHOUT A CONFERENCE REGISTRATION WILL NOT BE HELD.
OVERNIGHT RESERVATION PROCESS: Once you have registered for the conference, please contact the hotel directly to reserve a room by using this customized link to reserve online. (Make sure to click all the way through to confirm your reservation.) You may also call their Reservations Department at (202) 730-8428. Please identify yourself as being with Securities Experts Roundtable to receive the contracted rate. Please advise the hotel of any accessible room requirements as soon as possible so that they may endeavor to fulfill your specific needs. We encourage members to stay at The Sofitel as we have committed contractually to these rooms. It also makes for easy access to all events!
RATES: Superior Double or King Room $249 + taxes/Luxury King Room $269 (City Taxes and State/Provincial Hotel Room Tax are currently 15.95%.)
Complimentary WiFi included in rooms, space and public areas.
HOTEL CUTOFF DATE: A limited number of rooms have been blocked and availability is offered on a first come, first served basis. The cut-off date for accepting reservations into this room block is FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2024. Reservation requests exceeding the room block OR received after 5:00 PM local time at the Hotel on the cut-off date, will be accepted based on a space and rate available basis only.
AIRPORT OPTIONS: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 4.2 miles from the Sofitel Hotel, less than a 15 minute car ride, depending on traffic. Washington Dulles International Airport is 27 miles from the Sofitel Hotel. Allow at least 30 minutes to get to the hotel depending on traffic, depending on traffic. Uber, Lyft or Taxis are available at each.
Public Transportation: From Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, take the Blue Line exiting at the McPherson Square Metrorail Station. Follow the signs for 14th & I Streets, exiting via 14th St NW & Zei Alley NW at SE Corner. It is a six minute walk to The Sofitel. From Washington Dulles Metrorail Station, take the Silver Line, exiting at the McPherson Square Metrorail Station (see above).
