Conference Information

CONFERENCE FEES 
                                                                 Early Bird*       Regular Fee
2-Day Conference Package                       $345                  $375

1-Day Conference Package                       $225                  $250

Thursday Evening Event                             $25

Chicago Claim Association Dues**            $75 (annual membership)

*Early Bird registration deadline is March 30, 2007.  Take advantage of the lower rates and register by March 30, 2007.

**If you are a current member of the Chicago Claim Association or choose to join at this time, you will receive a $25 per day discount on the conference fees. 

PAYMENT OPTIONS

You have the option of paying either by check or credit card. Please make check payable to Midwest Claim Conference, Tax ID #23-7355408.

To pay by credit card, register on-line.

To register via mail, send check with this form to:
Midwest Claim Conference, P.O. Box 128, Normal IL 61761

ACCOMODATIONS
You are eligible for special conference room rates at the:

Hilton Suites, 10 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, Ill.

Standard rooms are available for $149 per night based on single/double occupancy, plus $10 per additional person. Suites are also available at $179 per night based on single/double occupancy. Or,

Hilton Garden Inn, 1000 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, Ill.

Room rates at $129 per night based on single/double occupancy, plus $10 per additional person.

Rates are exclusive of taxes and fees. Rates are available to Conference attendees from two days prior through two days after the event.

For reservations, call 1-800-Hiltons or Hilton Suites (630) 941-0100 and Hilton Garden Inn (630) 941-1177.  Special conference room rates available until April 9, 2007. After April 9, 2007, reservation requests will be accepted based upon availability and at the hotel's prevailing rates.

Mention Midwest Claim Conference when making reservations.

TRANSPORTATION

Suggested transportation includes the following:

American Taxi (877) 755-2227
Citi-Surburban Cab Company (630) 495-5555
My Chauffeur Limousine (847) 376-6100

These companies offer a flat rate from the airport to the hotel. Rates are approximately $25-$30 from O'Hare and $30-$35 from Midway for cabs. A shared Limousine ride is approximately $22-$35.

Please note: You MUST make reservations with these companes prior to your arrival at the airport for the flat rates to apply. Once you have arrived at the airport, notify the company and they will promptly pick you up.

ATTIRE
Business casual attire is highly recommended and appropriate for all functions.

For the health and safety of all participants, smoking is not permitted in the public areas of the hotel or in any area of the convention center.

CEU Credits

Continuing Education Credits for the CCM, CDMS, and CRC programs have been applied for with the certification commission. Please be sure to note if you are interested in any of these credits when you submit your registration. We will provide you with the certification forms at the conference.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

-To receive the Conference Early Bird rates, register by March 30, 2007

-To receive the special Conference hotel room rates, make reservations by April 9, 2007

-For your name to be in the Program Directory, register by April 20, 2007

-All delegate substitutions must be made with prior authorization

-No refunds or cancellations may be made after April 20, 2007

-You will receive a postcard (or e-mail) confirming your registration

-Please note any dietary needs, access or special needs with your registration


For any questions about the conference and assistance in registration, contact Leading Edge Office Services at (309) 826-8814 (fax (309) 452-0262) or via e-mail at susan.mccullough@verizon.net.



Hilton Suites
10 Drury Lane
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
630-941-0100

Drury Lane Convention Center
100 Drury Lane
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

May 2-4, 2007

Hilton Suites and Hilton Garden Inn, adjacent to Drury Lane Convention Center in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois.
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