CARA CONFERENCE 2007

Solving the Puzzle: Conference Brochure (pdf)
Prospect Research - Basics to Best Practices Conference Registration Form (pdf)
Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa Westin Hotel Website
September 6-7, 2007 Speaker Bios

This year’s conference offers unique programming and a faculty that includes many individuals who are considered experts in their field. Three tracks are offered: Basic – for those needing a fundamental understanding of the topic offered; Best Practices – for those interested in great ideas that work; and Specialized – for those interested in broadening their understanding of specialized fund raising or research topics. Attendees can choose to follow one track or attend sessions from all three tracks. In addition, we are offering an in-depth vendor seminar from our Silver Sponsor, WealthEngine. Whichever sessions you decide to attend, we’re confident you’ll enjoy this year’s conference! Don’t miss it!

Click here for session details.

Registration Rates

For registrations postmarked on or before August 17, 2007:

  • $265 CARA member
  • $315 Registration and CARA membership (includes $50 member dues)
  • $365 Non-member

For registrations postmarked between August 18 and August 31, 2007:

  • $365 CARA member
  • $415 Registration and CARA membership (includes $50 member dues)
  • $465 Non-member

View the Conference Registration Form.

Any cancellations must be received by Monday, August 27, 2007 for a full refund. No refunds will be issued after that date.

Hotel Accommodations

The Westin South Coast Plaza
686 Anton Boulevard
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 540-2500

Conference room rate - $149 plus tax per night (single or double occupancy). Book early as this rate is available, space permitting, only until August 13, 2007. Reserve your room directly through the hotel or at: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/booking/reservation?id=0611281229&key=82AA

The Westin is located in the center of the South Coast Metro business, shopping, and cultural district of Costa Mesa. Information about the Costa Mesa area is available at: http://www.ci.costa-mesa.ca.us or http://www.answers.com/topic/south-coast-plaza. Complimentary shuttle service is offered from the John Wayne/Orange County airport.

Overnight guest parking is $16 Self or $24 Valet. Attendees who are not staying at the hotel can receive a “Day-Only” parking rate of $8 Self or $12 Valet with a parking sticker available at the CARA Conference registration table.

Volunteers

The conference is staffed entirely by volunteers. Please contact Lynda Coleman if you would like to volunteer – it’s a great way to get involved and meet people!

Sponsors

A warm thanks to our sponsors for their generous support:

WealthEngine logo WealthEngine (www.wealthengine.com), the Conference Silver Sponsor, offers both electronic screening services and online research tools.

NOZA logo NOZA, Inc. (www.nozasearch.com), the Conference Keynote Sponsor, provides online access to current philanthropic data on individuals, corporations and foundations.

Exhibitors

  • Bentz Whaley Flessner
  • Blackbaud
  • Kintera/P!N
  • WealthEngine
  • Attire

    September is generally warm, but hotel temperatures may require a jacket or sweater. Business casual clothing and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.