Natural Products Day in Washington D.C.
On March 23rd give our key issues in Congress a voice and a face. Yours.
| NPA President Pat Sardell meeting with her congressman, Rep. Peter DeFazio, at last year’s Natural Products Day. |
No matter what role you play in the broad natural products industry, there are issues being discussed right now in Congress that will affect you both at work and at home. And while some bills will improve our country, such as ensuring school children get proper nutrition, others will limit our choices in what we can buy and sell, such as restricting availability of dietary supplements.
That's why it's vital for you to show your legislators in Congress who you are, what you stand for and—perhaps most importantly—who you represent: thousands of natural businesses and millions of consumers. Join us for the 13th annual Natural Products Day, March 23, 2010, in Washington, D.C.
Did you miss the free Webinar: "What to Know Before You Go!" ?
Simply listen to the recorded version.
Join Natural Products Association members and staff on this quick but information-packed call. You'll get the inside scoop on what to expect when you come to D.C.
Register to Attend Today. Deadline is Monday, March 8th.
| What | Natural Products Day is a fun and effective way to connect with those who represent you in the U.S. Congress. This full day offers you an opportunity to not only meet and mingle with your representatives and their staff during formal meetings and our evening reception, you'll also have plenty of time to network with your industry colleagues. So that you can relax and enjoy your day on Capitol Hill, NPA takes care of everything for you: breakfast before our lobbying workshops, transportation to Capitol Hill, pre-scheduled meetings with legislators, a gala evening reception and finally returning you to our host hotel. And because we value your time and effort to travel to Washington, there is no cost to attend Natural Products Day. |
| Where |
Washington, D.C. |
| When | Tuesday, March 23, 2010 |
| MORNING NEW - Lobbying 101 If it's your first time on Capitol Hill, you may want to join this intensive workshop aimed at making you more comfortable-and more effective-when you meet with your legislators. |
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| Legislative Workshop Political insiders will coach attendees on strategies for making the most of their visits, as well as thoroughly covering the issues you're discussing. When you arrive for breakfast you'll be provided with itineraries, maps and materials to leave behind after each visit. |
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| AFTERNOON Following the workshop, buses will take you to Capitol Hill for a group photo and lunch on your own. You will then go to your prearranged meetings in House and Senate offices. |
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| EVENING Congressional Champions Reception Join your colleagues, legislators and staff members on Capitol Hill in honoring those Members of Congress who have supported the natural products industry. At the reception's end, buses will return you to our host hotel. |
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Register to Attend Today. Deadline is Monday, March 8th.
Key Information
"Webinar: What to Know Before You Go!" Listen here
Natural Products Association Hosts Most Successful Lobbying Event to Date
(2009 Natural Foods Day Press Release)
2009 Natural Products Day Advocacy Packet [pdf]
Included in this valuable pack is materials to better educate your legislators about the natural products industry. New materials coming soon.
Guide to Effective Grassroots Action [pdf]
Important Dates and Information
Thursday, February 25
Deadline for hotel reservations at The Fairfax at Embassy Row Hotel
Monday, March 8
Deadline for registration for Natural Products Day
Tuesday, March 23
| 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. | Lobbying 101 Workshop for first-time attendees, The Fairfax |
| 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. |
Check-in and Buffet Breakfast |
| 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Issues Overview |
| 12:00 p.m. |
Buses Depart for Capitol Hill |
| 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Scheduled Appointments with Legislators |
| 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. | Congressional Champions Awards Reception, Capitol Hill |
Hotel
The Fairfax at Embassy Row
2100 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington DC 20008
Reservations: (888) 627-8439
www.fairfaxhoteldc.com
Room rate: $249 (plus tax) per night. This is a group rate on a limited number of rooms; when making reservations mention that you are with the Natural Products Association group to receive the special rate. Note: You must book your room by phone to receive this rate: (888) 627-8439. Rate is valid for reservations made by Thursday, February 25, 2010.
Appointments
Meetings with members of Congress will be scheduled on your behalf, so having an accurate list of attendees is important. If you need to cancel, we ask that you notify us at the earliest opportunity at (202)223-0101 ext. 104 or at natural@NPAInfo.org. You will receive your afternoon appointment schedule when you attend the how-to-lobby workshop on the morning of March 23.
Transportation to and from Capitol Hill
On the afternoon of March 23, complimentary bus transportation will be provided to Capitol Hill from the group rate hotel to the afternoon congressional appointments. Following the evening reception, buses will return attendees to the hotel.
