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– A DV ERTORIA L – n Convention Center Who'sWho IN CONVENTION BUREAUS Images of the Walter E. Washingto NOTES: Destination DC 901 7th Street NW, Suite 400 Washington, DC 20001 (202) 789-7000 Fax: (202) 789-7037 www.washington.org/meetings Elliott Ferguson PRESIDENT AND CEO (202) 789-7014 Elliott.Ferguson@destinationdc.com Ronnie Burt VICE PRESIDENT, SALES & SERVICES (202) 789-7075 Ronnie.Burt@destinationdc.com Highlights of Washington, DC When you plan a meeting in DC, the power belongs to you. It's the power of leading and learning, bringing your delegates face-to-face with experts and influencers in industry, research and media, and of course, government. It's the power of access to monumental attractions, hot hotels, hip restaurants and breathtaking venues — all at your fingertips for special events. It's the power to reward your delegates and their families with a trip to a destination that delights, inspires and makes history every day. Explore DC's rich cultural fabric on the Mall and in its niche neighborhoods — from the majestic Lincoln Memorial to the unique shops on U Street to the outdoor recreation of Rock Creek Park. Exhibit Facilities Walter E. Washington Convention Center: 703,000 sq. ft. of meeting space Washington Marriott Marquis: 105,000 sq. ft. of meeting space (opening 2014) Carnegie Library at Mount Vernon Square: 75,000 sq. ft. of meeting space Hotel Inventory There are 8,330 rooms available within five miles of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, not including the Washington Marriott Marquis opening in 2014, which will add another 1,175 rooms. Melissa Riley DIRECTOR, CONVENTION SALES (202) 789-7041 Melissa.Riley@destinationdc.com 66 February 2013 | Who's Who Responsibility for Bookings Destination DC handles business that is more than 18 months out (long term dates), and Events DC of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center handles business that is less than 18 months out (short term). Support Services Producing custom proposals Arranging and conducting site visits Providing up-to-date hotel and venue information Distributing venue leads on your behalf Finding unique venues to fit your unique needs Gathering proposals as you search for hotels, meeting facilities and service providers Booking Incentives Special offers and incentives are available for booking meetings in Washington, DC. Please contact Destination DC for more information. On the Horizon When it comes to meetings and conventions, the nation's capital is making powerful progress. Washington, DC is investing more than $8 billion to transform the city with high-profile projects such as CityCenterDC (opening 2013) and the 1,175-room Washington Marriott Marquis (opening 2014), as well as numerous renovations and upgrades to already stellar hotels. Plus, there are plenty of new attractions such as the Ford's Theatre Center for Education and Leadership and the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture (opening 2015).