One of the world’s most talked-about destinations, Washington, DC attracts nearly 18 million visitors each year. It is a hub for American politics and history. There are a multitude of free museums to take advantage of, but the real attractions are the memorials and monuments dedicated to great American leaders.
Additionally, Washington, DC is considered one of the best culinary destinations in America. The aromas of world-class cuisine invite hungry patrons with promises of delectable dishes at restaurants throughout the city. The options are as varied as the population, with everything from exquisite fine dining to curbside street food.
May is the ideal time to visit Washington, DC. We invite you to enjoy pleasant springtime weather and beautiful gardens and parks throughout the city!
Pre-registration for the IBA/IFA Joint Conference closes May 15th. If you are not able to meet this deadline, please register at our onsite Registration Desk beginning Tuesday afternoon at the Grand Hyatt DC Hotel (there will be a $100 onsite processing fee). To register for all programs and events described in this brochure, please visit the Conference’s website.
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Payment of fees should be in US dollars, by check or bank draft drawn on a US bank and made payable to the International Franchise Association (Federal Tax ID #36-6108621) or by Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover Card.
If you would like to pay by wire transfer, please contact the IFA Offices at (202) 622-0779 for account information.
Full Conference Attendee: US $949 per person
Full conference registration fee includes:
Full refunds (minus a $199 administration fee) will be granted for registrations cancelled at least 14 days in advance of the conference.
No refunds will be permitted for cancellations less than 14 days in advance or for “no-shows.”
All requests for refunds must be made in writing to the IFA at events@franchise.org.
Your attendance at the IBA/IFA Conference qualifies you for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits. The conference has been accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority of England & Wales. The number of CPD points/hours available may vary for other bar associations and law societies depending on their criteria.
If CPD accreditation is required by delegations from other countries, the IBA will be pleased to supply a certificate of attendance. Contact the Conference Department at confs@int-bar.org or +44 (0) 20 7842 0090 at the IBA for more information.
In addition, you will also earn Continuing Legal Education Credits (CLE’s) in most US states by attending this conference. Details on how to obtain credits will be available onsite at the IFA Registration Desk.
You will earn up to TBA IFA Live Education CFE towards completion of the Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) accreditation by attending the IBA/IFA Joint Conference.
This year’s reception and dinner will be held at RARE Steakhouse & Tavern (1595 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006). It will be a short walk from the Grand Hyatt Washington.
Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Dinner will be served at 7:00 pm.
Each conference registration includes a ticket to the reception and dinner. If you would like to purchase additional Reception and Dinner only tickets for guests, these are available at US $349 per ticket.
The working language of the conference will be English.