Sunday Night Opening Reception and Concert The National Credit Union Foundation Dinner Presenting the Herb Wegner Memorial Awards Late Night at the GAC Closing Gala Reception and Dance Visiting Washington, D.C.
The CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference offers days filled with powerful speakers, conference sessions, networking,
and hill visits. Evenings bring the opportunity to enjoy your GAC experience with credit union peers. From Sunday
night’s opening band to Wednesday’s closing gala, each night there is something to excite, entertain and engage
attendees.
SUNDAY NIGHT OPENING RECEPTION AND CONCERT
Join American Idol winner Taylor Hicks at the GAC opening concert
Sunday, March 18
Washington Convention Center
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall Grand Opening
9:00 p.m. Taylor Hicks Concert
Join the GAC crowd for great music and a big
kick off to the week. The winner of American Idol in 2006, Taylor Hicks is best
known for his gritty, soulful, southern vocals and engaging live performances. His debut album was certified platinum.
Hicks has performed with the likes of Earth, Wind & Fire, The Allman Brothers and Willie Nelson and made his Broadway
debut in Grease.
The event is open to all GAC attendees and their guests.
Photo courtesy Leading Authorities Speakers Bureau
Presented by CUNA Councils
THE NATIONAL CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION DINNER PRESENTING THE HERB WEGNER MEMORIAL AWARDS
Monday, March 19, 2012, 5:30 p.m.
Grand Hyatt Washington
(Separate registration is required)
Join us as we present this year’s winners of the Herb Wegner Memorial Awards, recognizing the credit union movement’s highest national honor for Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Program. These honorees embody the National Credit Union Foundation’s mission of promoting consumer financial independence through credit unions.
Visit www.ncuf.coop for dinner information and to purchase tickets.
LATE NIGHT AT THE GAC
Tuesday, March 20, 9:00 p.m.
Renaissance Washington, D.C. Hotel
Late Night at the GAC is sponsored by CUNA Mutual Group
Last year, Late Night at the GAC had attendees dancing in the aisles to the Fab Four Beatles Tribute. Now, CUNA Mutual Group proudly brings you a tribute to the stars of the Las Vegas strip. Three incredible tributes to three incredible artists: Garth Brooks, Tina Turner and Rod Stewart. Put on your dancing shoes and rest up for a great night of entertainment!
Late Night at the GAC is open to all GAC attendees and their guests.
CLOSING GALA RECEPTION & DANCE
Wednesday, March 21, 7:00 p.m.
Renaissance Washington, D.C. Hotel
Don’t miss this opportunity to socialize with your credit union colleagues and take a spin on the dance floor. Join us in the Grand Ballroom for an outstanding gala evening of dining, refreshments and fun.
CO-OP Financial Services is a contributing sponsor of the Gala Reception & Dance
VISITING WASHINGTON, D.C.
The Washington Convention Center has a guest information booth located in
the grand lobby at the Mt. Vernon Place entrance.
In addition to CUNA’s guest tour packages, the Convention Center staff can assist with recommendations for local area attractions, tours, stores and dining. The Convention Center also provides groups with official visitor guides and maps of D.C., as well as Circulator and Metromaps.
