Come by to grab your name badge, your swag bag and check out the Trash Boutique! 

 Check in to Annapolis Waterfront Hotel Autograph 

Welcome Reception at The Choptank Restaurant 

• The Choptank is 700 feet from the hotel, a 2-minute walk 
• Heavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served 
• Suggested attire is business causal 

Grab & go breakfast sandwiches will be available in Spa Creek at the hotel

Use this time to walk over to the Naval Academy.

General Information:

• Suggested attire for the day is business casual
  • Please note no ripped jeans or athletic wear allowed at the USNA
  • Bring your navy blue trash hat for a group photo (the hat in your swag bag)!
  • Wear comfortable shoes (sneakers suggested) as the USNA is big and there will be lots of walking
  • GEMs (motorized carts) will be available – Please let us know if you will be needing this service

Entering The United States Naval Academy

• Enter USNA through Gate 1 which is the closest entrance from the hotel. The pedestrian entrance is located at the intersection of Prince George Street and Craig Street- This entrance is approximately a 10-minute walk (.4 miles)

Visitors to the USNA must have a valid government-issued ID and Foreign nationals need a valid passport to enter.

Plan to get to the USNA early if you want to visit the Armel-Leftwich Visitor Center to take in an impressive, high-tech exhibit that captures the mission of the Naval Academy, student life as a midshipman, and their exciting career paths as commissioned officers. Then enter the Visitor Center and watch its moving 13-minute film, The Call to Serve, which repeats every 15 minutes. The exhibit area is a mini-museum, with several interactive screens, including informational maps and guidance to help you orient yourself on the Yard. With over 700 photographs and incredible heart-stopping photography of the U.S. Naval Academy’s most iconic moments, you’ll feel the spirit right from the start.

Visit the USNA gift shop located in the Visitor’s Center and use your 20% off coupon on one item and get some USNA swag! Please note, the USNA is cashless throughout the yard, and only accepts credit or debit cards.

Meet at the Armel-Leftwich Visitor Center Auditorium located in the Visitor’s Center.

• Welcome to the Conference – Kerri Mead-Bell
• Join us for a fireside chat with Willie K. Goode, President and CEO of the Goode Companies, Inc., one of the largest privately held waste management and transportation companies in the Mid-Atlantic region. We will hear Willie’s story of how he started and overcame obstacles along the way to get to where he is today!
   

• Walk to Tecumseh Court, right outside of Bancroft Hall and watch the impressive noon meal formation. Against the stunning backdrop of the massive Beaux Arts Bancroft Hall, you’ll see thousands of Midshipmen marching into Tecumseh Court and then standing at perfect attention. The excitement is palpable!
• This tradition started in 1905 to keep track of Midshipmen, and it’s an evolution of the way in which troops were mustered, or assembled for roll call, during the Civil War. Today’s version is more for pageantry than practicality, but it is just as important.
   

• Learn the secret to the Navy's success. For over 176 years, the USNA has been producing extraordinary naval leaders. Learn how their 17–23-year old’s are trained to serve as leaders in the United States Navy and United States Marine Corps.
• Discussion of Naval Academy Mission and organization, Components of Leadership training and development of Midshipmen
   

Continue the USNA Corporate Leadership Program with a guided tour of the USNA in smaller groups led by Naval Academy graduates and retired career service personnel

A day at the USNA wraps up! Free time to catch up on work and explore quaint downtown Annapolis filled with historic landmarks, scenic views of the Chesapeake Bay, shops, restaurants and historic pubs

Swing by the following stores for shopping:

lou lou Boutique
179 Main St., Annapolis, MD

• We are excited to share that lou lou Boutique is offering our group 15% off any fully priced items! From jewelry and handbags to scarves and home goods, lou lou Boutique offers a wide variety of items to suit every style.
• In addition, we are ecstatic that Michelle Douglas, author of Don’t Wear Shoes You Can’t Walk In, will be at lou lou Boutique for an exclusive book signing! Her book, which serves as a field guide for anyone starting fresh or seeking a new path, is full of insightful advice and reflections. Whether you're just starting out or beginning anew, Michelle’s book will help you find important life lessons right where you are!

A.L. Goodies General Store
112 Main Street Annapolis, MD

• Stop by the oldest gift and souvenir shop in Annapolis and get a free cookie for WC members! With four floors of shopping space, A L Goodies brings a whole new name to one-stop shopping. The store stocks everything from clothing to fudge to gag gifts.

•    Grab a group and make a reservation at one of the many restaurants in downtown Annapolis and/or a short cab ride across the bay to Eastport
•    Let us know if you are looking to join a group and we’ll add you to one!
•    List of suggested restaurants included in the conference app or program
 

Meet back up after dinner at O'Brien's Oyster Bar, located at 113 Main Street, Annapolis, MD for some outstanding karaoke performances and of course networking! Freshen up on your favorite songs so you can hit the mic strong!

O'Briens is a .2 mile or 4 minute walk from the Annapolis Marriott. Suggested Attire is casual.

Breakfast buffet will be available in the ballroom.

Attire is business casual and comfortable. Bring your Trash Hat for a group photo! 

Don’t be late and miss out as we kick off the day with an exhilarating session led by a special keynote speaker! Our guest speaker inspires audiences worldwide to confront their fears, take initiative, and passionately pursue their dreams. Her keynotes, infused with energy and inspiration, empower participants to face fear, build confidence, take charge, and express themselves boldly.

Meet & greet and book signing in the foyer with Judi Holler

Lunch in ballroom.

Sue Netherton, SVP, People Training & Development of Waste Connections will welcome and interview Cherylyn Harley LeBon, recently appointed Waste Connections Board member. Cherylyn is an accomplished attorney and independent director with significant experience providing strategic counsel, corporate governance expertise, and business strategy to corporations, start-ups, and C-suite executives.

Join Michael E. Hoffman, President and CEO of the National Waste & Recycling Association for a panel discussion - Women in Waste: Perspective.
Panelists include:

• Julia Arambula, SVP Operations Environmental Solutions, Republic Services
• Mindy Gilbert, Chief Legal Officer, GFL Environmental
• Mary Anne Whitney, EVP-CFO, Waste Connections
• Shelley Sayward, SVP and General Council, Casella Waste Systems

Grow your Creativity and Bury your Stress! We will build a terrarium and hear from the owner of Terrarium Workshops of how building a terrarium requires attention to detail, which can promote mindfulness and reduce stress. This focus on the present moment can help reduce negative thoughts and mental clutter, which is beneficial for those experiencing anxiety or depression. This exercise also provides a sense of achievement, boosting self- esteem and providing a positive reinforcement loop. Watching the plants grow over time also gives a sense of ongoing success and nurturing.

Join us for our closing dinner at one of the most beautiful and historic restaurants in Annapolis, ACQUA AL2

•  .4 miles from the hotel, a 10-minute walk.
• Suggested attire is cocktail.