2024 Midyear Meeting

2024 Midyear Meeting
February 18 - 23
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry
Miami, FL USA


(l-r) Tom and Sandy Wunderlich, Mitch and Michele Smith, Donna Lamontagne and Tom Patriarca

The 2024 Planning Team looks forward to welcoming you to Miami!


For Hotel and General Meeting Information, click here. For Tour/Activity Information, click here.


Registration and Cancellation Information



Member, Non-Member and Emeritus Member, Corporate Counsel/Insurance Executive (FULL MEETING Registrants), Spouse/Significant Other/Adult Guest: Fee includes breakfasts, Welcome Reception, Theme Party, Closing Party, various receptions, committee meetings, CLE programs, and meeting materials.

Two-Day Corporate Counsel and Insurance Executive Package (for corporate counsel and insurance executives ONLY): Fee includes breakfasts, committee meetings, CLE programs, and any social events for general attendees on any two consecutive days of your choosing.

*Spouses/Significant Others/Adult Guests who would like to receive CLE credit must register separately under the R1-Member/Non-Member main registration category.*

In-Person Cancellation Policy: A CASH REFUND, less a $150 processing fee, will be made if a written notice of cancellation is received by the IADC office more than thirty (30) days prior to the first day of the meeting. No reason for the cancellation need be provided for a timely notice of cancellation. NO CASH REFUND will be made if notice of cancellation is received by the IADC office thirty (30) days or less prior to the first day of the meeting. However, if special circumstances arise before the meeting which prevents attendance, a member may request a future meeting credit. The request needs to be in writing and submitted to the IADC office. It should be directed to the Finance Committee’s attention and note the special circumstances which caused the cancellation. The credit request can only apply to meeting registration fees (not air, hotel, activity, tour, or special event fees) and, if approved, will be valid for use toward any IADC meeting for one (1) year from the date of the meeting for which credit is requested. A $150 processing fee will be deducted from the total future meeting credit. All future meeting credit requests will be considered by the Finance Committee and the decision of that Committee will be final.

Virtual Attendee Cancellation Policy: Due to the availability of on-demand viewing following the meeting, NO CASH REFUND or future meeting credit will be processed by the IADC.

Tours and Activities Cancellation Policy: Registration for all tours and activities (to include golf, tennis, etc.) is requested by January 17, 2024.  Tours may fill prior to the January 17 deadline, so we encourage you to register early, if interested. In order to receive a full refund, cancellations of tours/special activities offered through the IADC must be received by the IADC office in writing by January 17, 2024. Cancellations after this date will not be refunded unless we are able to fill your spot.

Health and Safety
The IADC is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for meeting attendees and will follow all local requirements with regard to COVID-19. At present, that does not require attendees to be tested for COVID-19 before attending the meeting nor are masks required in any public spaces. However, we support everyone doing what makes them feel comfortable with regard to mask wearing, shaking hands, or hugging, and we ask attendees to respect the choices of others. If you are not feeling well, please refrain from attending IADC events, and we encourage you to bring and utilize COVID-19 rapid tests if you are symptomatic. 

For questions regarding registration or to be put on a waitlist for a tour or activity that is sold out, please e-mail Maddie Pangyarihan, at mpangyarihan@iadclaw.org.
When
2/18/2024 - 2/23/2024
Where
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry 19999 West Country Club Drive Aventura, FL 33180 UNITED STATES

Program

   

Sunday, 18 February 2024

Description
R2 - Spouse/Sig Other/Adult Guest Reg Fee (non-business)
**PLEASE NOTE: Spouses/Significant Others/Adult Guests who would like to receive CLE credit must register separately under the Member/Non-Member registration category.** Fee includes breakfasts, Welcome Reception, Theme Party, Closing Party, various receptions, CLE programs, general sessions, and meeting materials. Early registration fee on or before December 15, 2023.
Category
1 - GUEST REGISTRATION/FOUNDATION/FIRST AND SECOND TIMER

R8 - Two-Day Spouse/Sig Other/Adult Guest Corp/Ins Package
This package is for Spouses/Significant Others/Adult Guests of Corporate Counsel and Insurance Executives THAT ARE REGISTERING FOR TWO-DAYS ONLY (this fee is not for business associates). Fee includes General Sessions, CLE programs, breakfasts, and any social events for general attendees on any two consecutive days. Early registration fee on or before December 15, 2023.
Category
1 - GUEST REGISTRATION/FOUNDATION/FIRST AND SECOND TIMER

Monday, 19 February 2024

Description
G1 - Open Scramble Golf Tournament
Home to LPGA and PGA events, the Soffer Course features lush fairways and verdant tropical foliage, providing a challenging and perfect setting for a round. Open to all registered members, spouses, and guests. The registration fee is $385.00 USD per person and includes green fees, carts, boxed lunch, bottled waters, prizes, and tournament costs. Rental fees will be paid for by the individual. *Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you've purchased. Be sure to save your response.
Category
2 - Golf/Tennis
Time
12:30 PM
12:30 PM

Everglades Experience North (MONDAY)
Experience the Everglades firsthand! Throughout this tour, you will learn about the importance of this unique environment and even get acquainted with a live reptile before arriving to the destination! Guests will board a private airboat and will be swept deep into the sawgrass prairie, gliding over the famous "river of grass.” Following the airboat ride, guests will get up close and personal with native and non-native reptiles that call the Everglades home. Don’t miss this unforgettable adventure that is sure to delight all the senses and resonate in your mind for years to come! The registration fee is $225.00 USD per person and includes round-trip transportation, naturalist guides, an exclusive charter experience and bottled water. *Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you've purchased. Be sure to save your response.
Category
3 - TOURS/ACTIVITIES
Time
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
1:00 PM

Speed-Networking for IADC Members
Monday, February 19, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. SPONSORED BY THE ENGAGEMENT AND RETENTION COMMITTEE AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING COMMITTEE Networking can be one of the most powerful and productive activities an individual can do to enhance both their professional and personal relationships. And speed-networking, taking its cue from speed-dating, has emerged as a popular variation on the traditional business networking event. Structured and fast-paced, speed-networking allows participants to interact with others in a series of brief one-on-one exchanges in a round robin type format. IADC members: Expand your IADC network and relationships and be sure to register for this event. This event is complimentary and open to IADC members ONLY, but registration is required to participate.
Category
3 - TOURS/ACTIVITIES
Time
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
3:00 PM

Tuesday, 20 February 2024

Description
Yoga (Tuesday)
Tuesday, February 20, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Explore yoga alignment, breathing, and heightened self-awareness through a full range of poses. Yoga is great for beginners and experienced yogis alike. THIS IS A COMPLIMENTARY ACTIVITY BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. *Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you've purchased. Be sure to save your response.
Category
3 - TOURS/ACTIVITIES
Time
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
9:00 AM

Meet Me at the Spa Luncheon
Tuesday, February 20, 12:30 p.m. Building on the success of informal lunch and spa afternoons at recent meetings, the IADC has made the spa luncheon an official event!  A lunch buffet will begin at 12:30 p.m. Relax at Palm Court throughout the afternoon to visit and network while you wait for your appointment at Ame Spa & Wellness Collective. The registration fee is $99.00 USD per person and includes a private lunch and beverages.  Spa appointments are not included in this fee.  Afternoon appointments at Ame Spa & Wellness Collective are being held for Meet Me at the Spa Luncheon participants.  Once registered, you will receive instructions for how to book your service. You will only be able to reserve a service during this afternoon by following these instructions for booking in the IADC block. You do not have to make an appointment at Ame Spa & Wellness Collective to participate in this event.  *Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you've purchased. Be sure to save your response.
Category
3 - TOURS/ACTIVITIES
Time
12:30 PM
12:30 PM

T1 - Tennis Mixer
Tuesday, February 20, 1:30 p.m. The Tennis Mixer is held offsite at the nearby Canas Tennis Courts. Pricing includes court fees, tennis balls and refreshments. Rental fees will be paid for by the individual. *Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you’ve purchased. Be sure to save your response.
Category
2 - Golf/Tennis
Time
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
1:30 PM

Wynwood Craft Beer & Graffiti Art Tour (Tuesday)
Art + Beer = a great combination, right? That’s why you’ll love heading out on a guided tour of one of Miami’s most iconic neighborhoods, Wynwood. Characterized by colorful street art murals and a trendy atmosphere, Wynwood is a go-to spot when visiting South Florida for both celebrities and tourists alike. During a guided tour of this happening district, guests will not only visit those “Instagram-able” murals spotted across the internet, but also venture off the tourist trail to see some of the more hidden artworks by world-renowned contemporary artists. The registration fee is $200.00 USD per person and includes round-trip transportation, a guide, tastings at two breweries and one food stop.*Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you've purchased. Be sure to save your response.
Category
3 - TOURS/ACTIVITIES
Time
1:45 PM - 4:15 PM
1:45 PM

Wednesday, 21 February 2024

Description
Everglades Experience North (Wednesday)
Experience the Everglades firsthand! Throughout this tour, you will learn about the importance of this unique environment and even get acquainted with a live reptile before arriving to the destination! Guests will board a private airboat and will be swept deep into the sawgrass prairie, gliding over the famous "river of grass.” Following the airboat ride, guests will get up close and personal with native and non-native reptiles that call the Everglades home. Don’t miss this unforgettable adventure that is sure to delight all the senses and resonate in your mind for years to come! The registration fee is $225.00 USD per person and includes round-trip transportation, naturalist guides, an exclusive charter experience and bottled water. *Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you've purchased. Be sure to save your response
Category
3 - TOURS/ACTIVITIES
Time
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
1:00 PM

T3 - Tennis Tournament (Men's/Women's)
Wednesday, February 21, 1:00 p.m. The Tennis Tournament is held offsite at the nearby Canas Tennis Courts. Pricing includes court fees, tennis balls, refreshments, prizes and tournament fees. Rental fees will be paid for by the individual. *Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you’ve purchased. Be sure to save your response.
Category
2 - Golf/Tennis
Time
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
1:00 PM

Little Havana Culinary Tour (Wednesday)
Stroll through the Little Havana neighborhood on an architectural, historical, cultural, and culinary guided tour. You’ll sample the cuisine at various restaurants down Calle Ocho and experience the vibrant neighborhood and routines of most Little Havana locals.  The registration fee is $200.00 USD per person and includes round-trip transportation, a guide, and visits to at least four restaurants. *Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you've purchased. Be sure to save your response.
Category
3 - TOURS/ACTIVITIES
Time
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
1:30 PM

The Empowerment Collaborative Activity: Meet the Author
Wednesday, February 21, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.  At a young age, Christine Barker moved from New Mexico to New York City to pursue a career in dancing, which landed her in the West End and Broadway in A Chorus Line.  In a surprising development, Christine's elder brother (a father, military serviceman, ultimate corporate lawyer) connects with Perry Ellis, the fashion icon.  Christine and her theater friends and family find themselves assessing, and impacted by, a new disease which ultimately becomes widely known as the AIDS epidemic.  Third Girl from the Left is a must-read that will educate and inspire.  Plus, SPOILER-ALERT, Christine meets her husband, IADC member Bill Ruskin, on her journey!  Christine will share her perspective and will field questions during the event.  Please join us in the Smith Presidential Suite as we discuss the memoir, enjoy snacks and libations, and connect with each other!  *Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you've purchased. Be sure to save your response.
Category
3 - TOURS/ACTIVITIES
Time
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
2:30 PM

Thursday, 22 February 2024

Description
F1 - Foundation Raffle Ticket
Our raffle package is courtesy of the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, home of the 2024 IADC Annual Meeting, July 6 - July 11 in Vancouver, BC Canada. This raffle prize includes three nights accommodation with breakfast for two people, and two massages at the hotel spa. The drawing will be held onsite at the Midyear Meeting's Final Night Event in Miami, Florida on Thursday, February 22nd. You do NOT need to be present to win. Midyear Meeting atten
Category
1 - ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION/FOUNDATION/FIRST AND SECOND TIME

Yoga (Thursday)
Thursday, February 22, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Explore yoga alignment, breathing, and heightened self-awareness through a full range of poses. Yoga is great for beginners and experienced yogis alike. THIS IS A COMPLIMENTARY ACTIVITY BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. *Please indicate the first and last names of all participants below, based on the number of tickets you've purchased. Be sure to save your response.
Category
3 - TOURS/ACTIVITIES
Time
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
9:00 AM

Date Not Specified

Description
Are You Interested in Being a First Timer Host?
Select if you are interested in being a First Timer Host.
Category
1 - GUEST REGISTRATION/FOUNDATION/FIRST AND SECOND TIMER
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First Time Attendee
Select if this is the first IADC Annual or Midyear Meeting you have attended as a member.  Please forward a photo of yourself for use in the meeting directory and First Timers Introductions presentation to ahatfield@iadclaw.org.
Category
1 - GUEST REGISTRATION/FOUNDATION/FIRST AND SECOND TIMER
Not specified

Second Time Attendee
Select if this is the second IADC Annual or Midyear Meeting you have attended as a member.
Category
1 - GUEST REGISTRATION/FOUNDATION/FIRST AND SECOND TIMER
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