Galvanizers Association 105^th Conference Information

October 6^th - 9^th, 2013                     Newport Beach, California, USA

PROGRAMS
Preliminary programs are linked below and will be continually updated until the Conference.

 
HOW TO MAKE HOTEL RESERVATION
Make room reservation online directly with the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach, Newport Beach, California.

Make room reservation by calling Hyatt Central Reservations at 1-888-421-1442 in the USA and Canada.  For the group rate reference the Galvanizers Association Meeting.  The group rate is US$139.00 per night single/double occupancy, plus applicable state and local taxes (which are currently 12% and $.012) or applicable service, or hotel specific, fees in effect at the Hotel at the time of the meeting.  This special room rate is valid 4 days pre and post meeting dates subject to availability.  Complimentary guest room internet October 4-12.

***Reservations made after Monday, September 9, 2013  will be subject to space and rate availability***

MEETING REGISTRATION FEE
The Delegate registration fee includes attendance during the conference sessions; conference documentation; full breakfasts, coffee breaks, and lunches during the conference; welcome reception Sunday, October 6 at the hotel; dinner Monday, October 7 at the hotel; plant tour of California Steel Industries, dinner off-site Tuesday, October 8; and farewell lunch at the hotel Wednesday, October 9.

The Spouse/Guest registration fee includes: welcome reception Sunday October 6 at the hotel; full breakfasts; guided tours October 7 and 8 including lunches; dinner Monday, October 7 at the hotel, dinner off-site Tuesday, October 8; and farewell lunch at the hotel Wednesday, October 9.

HOW TO PAY REGISTRATION FOR THE MEETING
Select method of payment by choosing one of the following when filling out the Registration Form.

Fax:*  Print and send completed Registration Form with credit card payment to the Galvanizers Association to:

Fax number  +1.810.765.4646.

Courier Remittance:  Print and send completed Registration Form including check drawn on U.S. bank made payable to Galvanizers Association to:

Galvanizers Association
6347 King Road
Marine City, MI 48039 USA

Bank Transfer:*  Please contact the Galvanizers Association for wire transfer instructions.

   *Note: A 5% processing fee will be added to payment.

HOW TO SUBMIT MEETING AND SPOUSE/GUEST REGISTRATION FORM
Complete the registration form for each delegate.  Depending on method of payment you will be directed to PayPal if registering online, or required to complete an abbreviated Registration Form (Fillable-PDF Format) select the method of payment, print and send including payment to the Galvanizers Association.

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* Registration Type Active Member (produces continuous galvanized steel sheet or pipe) Associate Member (supplies/services companies who produce galvanized steel sheet or pipe) Non-Member

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* Registration Type Active Member (produces countinuous galvanized steel sheet or pipe) Associate Member (supplies/services companies who produce galvanized steel sheet or pipe) Non-Member

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* Email Address

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* Registration Type Active Member (produces countinuous galvanized steel sheet or pipe) Associate Member (supplies/services companies who produce galvanized steel sheet or pipe) Non-Member

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* First Name

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* Email Address

* Phone

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* Spouse/Guest's First Name

* Spouse/Guest's Last Name

+ Add Delegate

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Processing Fee

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CHOOSE METHOD OF PAYMENT:

If you are paying online using PayPal click the Pay Now button.

Mail

Fax

Courier Remittance

Bank Transfer

Since you are Not Paying online using PayPal, click the Submit button and complete the abbreviated Conference Delegate Spouse Guest Registration Form (Fillable-PDF Format) select the method of payment, print and send including payment to the Galvanizers Association.

HOW TO REGISTER YOUR SPOUSE/GUEST OFF-LINE
After you have registered above and if your spouse/guest registration is being paid separately from the credit card payment used for your registration; click and fill out the Spouse/ Guest Registration Form (Fillable-PDF Format), select the method of payment, print and send to the Galvanizers Association. 

HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE GOLF SCRAMBLE
Participate in the Galvanizing Friendships Golf Scramble on Sunday, October 6 at Pelican Hill Golf Club-Ocean North.  Send the completed Golf Scramble Registration Form (Fillable-PDF Format) after you have registered for the conference to the Galvanizers Association before September 6.  Participation is limited to registered attendees of the full Conference.

The Tournament Director will assemble four-person teams, balancing handicaps to ensure even competition.  The Scramble will be limited to 24 players on a first request, first honored basis as reservations are received.

AIR TRANSPORTATION
The closest major airport, Orange County/John Wayne Airport (SNA) is approximately 15 minutes or 8 miles from the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach.

GROUND TRANSPORTATION
The Hyatt offers complimentary transportation to and from Orange County/John Wayne Airport (SNA). Step out of the terminal and walk only a few steps to the Ground Transportation Center to find a taxi or shuttle service to the hotel. Most Rental Car Agencies are at the airport.  A Hertz Rental Car Agency is at the Hotel.

GUEST PARKING AT THE HOTEL
Self-Parking at the Hotel is offered to all GA delegates at a reduced rate of $8.00 per car overnight.  Valet parking is $20.00 for up to 8 hours or $29.00 per car overnight.

ATTIRE
During the meeting, we recommend casual business attire, collared shirts and slacks or khakis, sweaters, blouses and skirts or tailored pants. In the evenings, except the Sunday opening reception, gentlemen are requested to wear a seasonal sport coat or blazer and slacks or khakis, optional tie, and ladies to wear dressy casual attire.

CORPORATE SPONSOR
To keep the registration cost to a MINIMUM and have FULL participation, we ask all delegates to consider a Corporate Sponsorship.

A sponsorship heightens the awareness and appreciation of all the delegates and shows support for the Association and the industry.  Many companies have shared the cost of a social function such as: receptions, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, etc. To become a corporate sponsor send the completed Sponsorship Agreement Form (Fillable-PDF Format) to the Galvanizers Association.

HOSPITALITY SUITES AND OUTSIDE EVENTS
*****Hospitality suites and outside events during the Convention are strongly discouraged*****

PROCESSING OF REGISTRATION FORMS AND CONFIRMATION
Kindly allow up to 2 weeks for registration forms to be processed and confirmation via email to be sent after receipt by the Galvanizers Association. Those paying online will receive a receipt via email directly from PayPal.  Delegates submitting registration forms on or around registration deadline dates should be prepared to experience some delays in confirmation and correspondence due to the high volume of forms and inquiries received at that time.  We appreciate your patience.

LETTERS OF INVITATION
If your country of residence requires a letter of invitation you must request it when registering for the conference.  Letters of invitation will be sent to the main registrant with all guest names included. Galvanizers Association will not send a letter of invitation to anyone who is not registered for the convention.  It is strongly recommended that those who require visas register early to allow adequate time for processing.

CANCELLATION POLICY
Please read the following policy carefully. Galvanizers Association will accept cancellation requests for registration up to September 27, 2013. After the September 27 deadline, registration fees will no longer be refundable.  Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing. Telephone cancellations will not be accepted.  All registration cancellations are subject to a service fee equivalent to US$30.00. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Visit www.galvanizersassociation.com for the most up-to-date general convention information or call the Galvanizers Association at +1.810.765.4747 for any assistance.
 

Galvanizers Association

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