Dates: April 20-24, 2013 (pre-convention meetings on Saturday, April 20, 2013)
Location: Turnberry Isle Resort
(14 miles from Miami International Airport and 7.6 miles from Fort Lauderdale International Airport)
Reservations – 1-(800)-897-0636 or www.turnberryislemiami.com Please specify the American Bakers Association room rate.
Group Rate – $285 + Tax per night (single or double)
Deadline – March 15, 2013
Registration Rates – *To be determined ABA Member; *To be determined Non-member
Spouse/Companion (non-participant) – Free with paid registrant
Child – 12-20 yrs (non-participant) – $150
Child – 0-11 yrs – Free with paid registrant
How do I register? ABA has an all new online registration process using Cvent registration. Registration for the 2013 convention is scheduled to open in early January.
Is there a registration deadline?
Registration is open throughout the convention. However, we recommend that you register by March 29 to ensure that badges and materials are available for you when you arrive.
Do I have to be a member of ABA to attend the convention?
No. The ABA Convention is open to ABA members and non-members. ABA members, however, receive a significant discount on their registration.
Golf Tuesday, April 23
Fees – *Rate is to be determined* per player (limited to 144) *Caddy Fee is not included.
Tennis Tuesday, April 23
Fees – *Rate is to be determined per player (limited to 18)
PAC Dinner** Monday, April 22 (additional paid event)
*Rate is to be determined per couple
** Visit the ABA-PAC desk to purchase tickets and for additional information.
Are there special car rental rates?
Yes! ABA has special rates with Avis — call (800) 331-1600 and use the Avis Worldwide Discount number D006356 to receive the best car rental rates available.
Attire? Receptions will be held outside (weather permitting) – jacket/ light wrap is advisable.
• Business Attire: Welcome Reception; Monday Evening Cocktail Reception; American Bakers PAC Dinner
• Business Casual: Meetings and business sessions; barbeque and sports luncheons
• Casual: The Farewell Reception is a fun, casual event.
Will I receive my badge before the convention?
You will pick up your badge at the ABA Registration/Information Desk.