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Join the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) and the Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) for sessions focused on regional development, the federal landscape, and the programs and policies that matter most to Regional Development Organizations and their stakeholders.
A special thank you to our conference sponsors:
View the 'What to Know Before You Go' reference guide which contains general event information to help participants prepare to attend the conference.
The NADO Research Foundation is excited to host “An Afternoon with the Districts,” a free half-day, interactive training and networking event on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Arlington, Virginia immediately following the NADO & DDAA Washington Conference. During this event, delivered as part of the EDD Community of Practice, participants will have the opportunity to:
The session will be held at the Crystal Gateway Marriott (the same location as the NADO & DDAA Washington Conference) and includes lunch.
The final agenda is available here.
Code of Conduct Policy
During this conference participants are expected to maintain a professional environment. Discrimination, harassment, and conduct that can be considered unprofessional, disruptive, inappropriate, or discourteous will not be tolerated. To view the interim code of conduct policy adopted by the NADO Executive Committee in March 2023, click here.
Click here to register for the conference.
Questions about registration? Contact Krystal DeLeon at [email protected]
Crystal Gateway Marriott provides the perfect home base for your visit to the Washington, D.C. area. Ideally located in Arlington, VA, this hotel is near Reagan National Airport (DCA) and the Crystal City Metro. The exciting new National Landing development is close by, as are Pentagon City; downtown Washington D.C. and Old Town Alexandria. Stylishly refreshed hotel accommodations showcase deluxe bedding, Smart TVs, walk-in showers and city views.
HOTEL UPDATE
The hotel room block at the conference hotel, the Crystal Gateway Marriott, for the 2023 NADO & DDAA Washington Conference is full.
$199 (weekend)/ $274 (weekday) +tax
Questions about the hotel? Contact Brittany Salazar at [email protected]
Conference content will begin on the morning of Sunday 3/12 for NADO Executive Committee members, NADO Board members, NADO Research Foundation Advisory Committee Members, and DDAA Board Members. On Sunday 3/12 in the evening, there is an opening reception held for all NADO members, and a dinner held for DDAA members. Conference plenary and breakout sessions begin at 9am ET on Monday 3/13 and continue through 12pm ET on Wednesday 3/15. A post-conference training for the EDD Community of Practice will be held on Wednesday afternoon from 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. at the conference hotel.
Crystal Gateway Marriott
1700 Richmond Highway, Arlington, Virginia, USA, 22202
Tel: +1 703-920-3230
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
Distance From Property: 2 Miles
Phone Number: +1 703-417-8000
Airport Shuttle: Complimentary
Alternate Airport Transportation: Airport Shuttle Service runs 5am to midnight every 30 min. Last hotel departure at 11:30pm.
Washington Dulles International Airport
Distance From Property: 27 Miles
Phone Number: +1 703-572-2700
Alternate Airport Transportation: Washington Flyer
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Distance From Property: 37 Miles
Phone Number: +1 410-859-7111
Alternate Airport Transportation: Super Shuttle
On-Property (conference hotel):
Onsite Car Rental Company: Hertz
Nearby:
Bus Station: Washington Greyhound Station
Metro Station: Crystal City (Blue & Yellow Lines)
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Blue & Yellow Lines)
Train Station: Union Station; Virginia Railway Express
| Start | End | Line | Impact | Stations Closed | Work Performed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 6 , 2022 | May 31 , 2023 |  | Shutdown between Pentagon and L'Enfant Plaza. No Yellow Line service. Stations will be served by Green and Blue lines. | None | Yellow Line Bridge and Tunnel Rehabilitation Project |
Updated Conference Agenda Available
Click here to view the latest conference agenda. Session topics include:
And much more…
Attendees are encouraged to spend time on Capitol Hill educating your members of Congress about your work. Hill meetings are self-directed. If you need help securing contact information for Hill staffers and schedulers, please contact Jamie McCormick at [email protected]
Please note that only the Senate will be in session during the week of March 13, 2023, but this window of time still lends a valuable opportunity to meet with Hill staffers in both Senate and House offices. To view the 2023 Congressional Calendar, click here.
Please send speaker inquiries to Mirielle Burgoyne.
Presentations will be made available after the conference.
We are seeking potential sponsors to help support and elevate the NADO & DDAA Washington Conference!
Take advantage of this opportunity to get your company’s name and message in front of our conference attendees from organizations across the country that collectively assist thousands of cities and counties with community development, economic development, regional planning, and providing various public services to their communities.
The Washington Conference is NADO’s policy meeting which overlaps with DDAA’s Annual Conference and brings in an expected audience size of roughly 400 attendees, including many federal government officials. These decision makers could be the perfect audience to provide information to and about your company's products and services.
View our Sponsorship Brochure which outlines the various levels of support you can choose from. If you do not see an option that fits your needs/budget, we are happy to work with you to create a customized package to guarantee the best value for your contribution and ensure the partnership is mutually beneficial.
Feel free to fill out and return the sponsor form (page 4 of brochure) to confirm your spot as an official 2023 NADO & DDAA Washington Conference Sponsor!
Contact Brittany Salazar at [email protected] for more information about sponsorships.
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Joe McKinney serves as Executive Director of the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO). Headquartered in Washington DC, NADO provides advocacy, education, research, and training for the nation’s 500+ regional planning and development organizations.
Joe has thirty-one years of experience having served in city, county, regional, national association, and government management since 1991. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Policy Analysis from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is a candidate for a master’s degree in Public Administration from UNC-Chapel Hill.
McKinney has provided congressional testimony on numerous occasions regarding the importance of regional development organizations in helping shape the nation’s economic growth. He is nationally recognized for promoting innovative solutions in areas such as planning and economic development, workforce development, transportation and transit, and aging services.