Helping Organizations Transition to Succeed

If you need to understand the complex world of government contracting, the Department of Education’s plans for servicing student loans and preventing defaults, the services schools and borrowers need and how to provide them, the future for private loans and student loan capital markets, and how to identify new revenue streams, you need to attend the NCHELP Legislative Conference. The conference will provide attendees with the essential tools and information to succeed in the new higher education environment.

It also features political expert Charlie Cook, who will provide an insider's view on what to expect in the November elections both for the parties and their individual candidates. Just name a district and he'll tell you who will win!

Conference topics include:
• Helping your organization understand the many components of contracting with the government:

• Understanding the unique labor and employment regulations governing federal contracts.
• Reviewing the options and obligations for protecting your organization from a data breach. How much insurance can and should your organization get and how close to full coverage can you reasonably expect? In the event of a data breach, who do you call first to make a report and which guidelines – federal or state -- should you follow? 
• Understanding the guidelines and expectations for non-profit servicers.

• Identifying available federal, state and private grant funds and understanding the application process.
• An update from the Department of Education about new and existing contracts and initiatives.
• The status of the student loan capital markets and expectations for private education loans.
• A discussion with members of the financial aid community about services they need to provide additional support for students and borrowers.
• An expert analysis of the Financial Services Reform bill, its implications for businesses and how they are preparing for change.

These and several related topics will be covered in detail at the Legislative Conference. The preliminary agenda is available below.

DRAFT AGENDA (Updated 9/08/2010) 

NCHELP Board of Directors meeting will be held Wednesday, September 15 at 1:00 p.m.

Hotel Accommodations
Omni Shoreham Hotel
2500 Calvert Street
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 234-0700
Group: NCHELP Workshop


Since 1930, the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C. has played host to presidents, world leaders and inaugural balls, making it a true historic Washington landmark. Located in one of the most influential cities of the world, this grand luxury hotel offers a resort atmosphere and a personal taste of politics, culture, art and music at its best. The four-diamond Omni Shoreham Hotel is nestled on 11 acres in picturesque Rock Creek Park in northwest Washington, D.C. and is only steps away from the National Zoo. 

Room Rate
The NCHELP group room rate is $234.00 per room, per night, single or double occupancy.  September is a very BIG meeting month in the Washington, DC area, please make your reservation at your earliest convenience! Please contact Stefanie Gramm, NCHELP Meetings Manager if you have any problems with room reservations.

Government or State Agency Room Rate
Should you qualify for a government or state agency rate, NCHELP may be able to assist you should the hotel have availability in the specific rate class.  Please contact Stefanie Gramm at sgramm@nchelp.org for details.

Reservation Procedure
Attendees may telephone the Reservation Department by calling (202) 234-0700. Reference must be given to NCHELP Workshop to assure the group rate. All reservations must be guaranteed for arrival with a major credit card and/or a first room night deposit.

Cut-Off Date
The hotel will accept reservations until the cut-off date of August 24, 2010. After that date all rooms remaining in the group block will be returned to the hotel's general inventory for sale to other groups and individuals.

Room Cancellation
A 24 hour cancellation notice is required to refund any deposits received except for persons with medical emergencies.

Check-In/Check-Out Times
Check-in time at Omni Shoreham is 3:00 p.m. Check-out time is 12:00 p.m.

Air Travel/Ground Transportation
The fares quoted are approximate rates

Ronald Reagan National Airport is 15 minutes away. Super Shuttle fares about $9 each way per person, Taxi and Washington Flyer fares are about $13 - $15 each way per person.

Washington Dulles International Airport is 40 miles west of Washington. Super Shuttle fares about $20 each way per person, Washington Flyer and taxi fares are about $45 each way per person.

Baltimore/Washington International Airport  is located 45 miles east of Washington. Super Shuttle fares about $28 each way per person, Washington Flyer and taxi fares are about $55 each way per person.  

Attire
Dress is business casual. The average temperature in September is 79 degrees.