SUMMIT INFO

APRIL 10-11, 2007 *

* NOTE:  We’ve recently moved this year’s Summit by one day so that none of our attendees would have to travel on Easter Sunday.  The Summit will begin on the Tuesday after Easter so that you can spend Easter with your family.

But you won’t want to miss the 2nd Faith Based Marketing Summit in Dallas at the

In this case, the devil is certainly NOT in the details, so here they are:

Who should come?

Marketing/Communications/Development Directors in non-profit organizations – both Christian ministries and social organizations

Advertising agency marketing directors who want learn how to adequately communicate with the faith community

For profit organizations looking to locate faith based consumers in traditional media outlets and non-traditional mediums

Church communicators staff and business administrators

Entrepreneurs/authors/independent artists who have a product to sell to a faith and/or family-oriented audience

Those who find that walking the thin line between ministry  and marketing a challenge

Anyone wishing to speak to the faith community in ways that resonate with their faith and their commitment to family values

When?           April 10-11, 2007 (Tuesday/Wednesday)

Cost?

Early Registration Special (must register before March 16):  $299 which INCLUDES the cost of the Power Networking Reception Tuesday night, April 10

Regular Registration Rate:  $299

Power Networking Reception:  $50 ($60 at the door)

Schedule of
Events?         To come – check back soon for a detailed agenda

Where?          Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel
                        900 E. Lookout Drive
                        Richardson, Texas 75082
                        Phone:  972-367-2000
                        Fax:  972-367-3333

How do I reserve my room?  Reserve by Internet or Phone and remember to request your special Faith Based Marketing Association Room Block Rate of $129 *

1. Reserve your room online at:  http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/dalrd
2. Call the toll-free reservations line: 1-800-HOTELS-1

*  Please mention that you are attending the Faith Based Marketing Summit when you register to receive this special discount rate.  There are a finite number of rooms available at this rate, so please reserve your spot early!  Once we have met the number of rooms in this FBMA room block, room rates are subject to change by the hotel. 

Location:

Dallas Airports?  2 choices –

1. Dallas Love Field (Approx. 12 miles)
2. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (Approx. 28 miles)

Driving Directions from local Airports:

            From Dallas Love Field:

1. After exiting the airport, turn left onto W. Mockingbird Lane
2. Turn left onto the Dallas North Tollway North ramp
3. Merge right onto I-635 East.
4. Take the US-75 North (N. Central Expressway) exit (19A) on the left towards Sherman.
5. Get on US-75 North and take the Galatyn Parkway exit.
6. Turn right onto Galatyn Parkway.
7. Turn left onto Performance Dr.
8. Turn left onto Lookout Dr.
9. The hotel will be on the left.

            From Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:

1. Take the North Exit from the airport.
2. Merge onto I-635 East.
3. Take the US-75 North (N. Central Expressway) exit (19A) on the left towards Sherman.
4. Get on US-75 North and take the Galatyn Parkway exit.
5. Turn right onto Galatyn Parkway.
6. Turn left onto Performance Dr.
7. Turn left onto Lookout Dr.
8. The hotel will be on the left.

Where to Eat?
A detailed list of area restaurants near the hotel will be provided in your registration packet which you will receive when you check in at the registration desk the morning of the Summit.

However, The Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel has the following on site:

Maestro’s Restaurant featuring Mediterannean cuisine

Breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner specialties

Caffeina’s Coffee Bar serving freshly brewed Starbucks Coffee, an assortment of beverages, and snacks

Take 5 Lounge featuring signature appetizers