Overview

2027 NADO & DDAA Washington Conference

March 7-10, 2027
(Sunday to Wednesday)

Crystal Gateway Marriott
1700 Richmond Highway
Arlington, VA 22202

Join the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) and the Development District Association of Appalachia (DDAA) for a multitude of sessions focused on regional development, the federal landscape, and the programs and policies that matter most to Regional Development Organizations (RDOs) and their stakeholders. 

NADO’s Code of Conduct/Anti-harassment Policy (PDF)

Registration

Registration for the 2027 NADO & DDAA Washington Conference will open in late 2026.

Accommodations

Crystal Gateway Marriott
1700 Richmond Highway
Arlington, VA 22202
Room Rates:
  • Weekend Rate/Standard Room: $215 + tax
  • Weekday Rate/Standard Room: $300 + tax
 
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is two miles from conference hotel.

Airport & Transportation

Getting to Crystal Gateway Marriott

Airports

When flying to Washington (WAS), there are (3) main airports:

Complimentary Hotel Airport Shuttle: Marriott airport shuttle service runs 5:00 am to midnight every 30 mins. Last hotel departure is at 11:30 pm. Be sure to get off at the Crystal Gateway Marriott stop (conference hotel).

Bus Station

Subway (Metro) Stations

Search NADO.org