FEBRUARY 3-6, 2020 | HILTON EL CONQUISTADOR
Tucked away amongst the mountains, we'll be enjoying some time learning and connecting under the sun at the Hilton El Conquistador in Tucson this February. In honor of our location and the community spirit of ICBA, our ICBA 2020 Conference theme is "Discovering New Horizons." With the landscape of the industry ever evolving, there are challenges ahead but also great opportunities for innovation. Together, we can address these challenges, collaborate, and find solutions that will help us thrive. Adventure awaits you this February in Tucson, and we hope you'll join us!
ICBA 2020 PRELIMINARY AGENDA
The schedules for both Store Attendees and Exhibitors will be updated regularly, so be sure to check this page for the newest version. We'll also share updates on our Facebook page and in The Independent.
NEW THIS YEAR
ICBA 2020 FEATURED SPEAKERS
Algernon Callier
Algernon Callier
Consulting Innovation Practitioner, Platypus Labs
Al currently serves as a Consulting Innovation Practitioner with Platypus Labs, a leader in corporate training and consulting focusing on unlocking innovation and creativity in organizations.
Paul Erickson
Paul Erickson
Director of Sales & Marketing, Management One Inc.
Paul Erickson has served retail clients throughout the United States, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Phil Hill
Phil Hill
Publisher, PhilOnEdTech Blog & Partner, MindWires, LLC.
As a market analyst, Phil has analyzed the growth of technology-enabled change for educational institutions, uncovering and describing the major trends and implications for the broader market.
Jared Pearlman
Jared Pearlman
Vice President, Product and Operations, Verba | VitalSource
Jared Pearlman is Vice President, Product and Operations, Verba | VitalSource, and co-founder of Verba Software. He grew up in Southern California, and went to high school with Verba co-founder, Ryan Petersen.
Ryan Petersen
Ryan Petersen
Vice President, General Manager, Verba | VitalSource
Ryan Petersen, General Manager, Verba | VitalSource, helped found Verba Software with his high school friend, Jared Pearlman, and their Harvard classmate, Mike Regalie.
Suzanne Powers
Suzanne Powers
Global Chief Strategy Officer, McCann Worldgroup
Suzanne is responsible for the strategic development of McCann Worldgroup and its clients across all brands, regions and agencies.
Sarah Quinlan
Sarah Quinlan
Managing Director, The Carolantic Fund
Sarah Quinlan has been a macro economic advisor to C-Suite executives from financial institutions, merchants, and governments.
Toby Southgate
Toby Southgate
Chief Growth Officer, McCann Worldgroup
Toby leads McCann Worldgroup's integrated growth function, working in partnership with Suzanne Powers and the global strategy team to advise clients at the intersection of business and brand strategy.
Ken Wincko
Ken Wincko
VP of Marketing, Barnes & Noble College
Ken Wincko is the VP of Marketing at Barnes & Noble College, where he leads the company’s B2B and consumer marketing programs on behalf of its partner schools.
ICBA 2020 EXHIBITORS
ICBA 2020 is a great opportunity to connect with current and future potential partners! To help you prepare, download the ICBA 2020 Exhibitor List. Buyers will meet with Exhibitors in their tracks in a round robin rotation, but if you're not in a buying track (or you want to visit exhibitors outside of your track), this list is a great way to plan for Open House Preview Night. During Open House Preview Night on Tuesday, February 4, you'll be able to informally browse all the exhibit areas.
ICBA PRE-CONFERENCE INSTITUTE
Course Materials Institute (CMI)
Conducted in the days immediately preceding the ICBA Conference (February 2-3), ICBA Institutes are a comprehensive, immersive examination into a pressing industry topic. This year's ICBA Institute is the Course Materials Institute (CMI). The CMI will feature 9+ hours of intense programming on multiple aspects of Course Materials buying, including sourcing, financial management, campus outreach, publisher relations, digital content, and more.
Registration cost: $399
ICBA 2020 DESTINATION
Hilton El Conquistador
10000 North Oracle Road
Tucson, AZ 85704
520-544-1224
The Hilton El Conquistador spans 80 acres and features beautiful mountain views, five outdoor swimming pools, a spa and wellness center, dozens of weekly activities, and golf and tennis nearby. They also serve acclaimed and authentic Southwestern cuisine.
The El Conquistador is our host hotel and, with the exception of the opening night reception on the University of Arizona campus, will be where all ICBA events are held.
ROOM RESERVATIONS
Due to the popularity of the ICBA Conference, there are four options when booking your room for ICBA 2020: The Hilton El Conquistador (our host hotel), and three overflow hotels: the Fairfield Inn by Marriott, the Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort, and the Omni Tucson National Resort. The Hilton El Conquistador, Fairfield Inn by Marriott, and Westward Look Wyndham are nearly full. If you cannot reserve a room at those hotels, please check the Omni. Details for all four hotels are below.
OVERFLOW HOTELS
Fairfield Inn by Marriott
The Fairfield Inn is located a half mile from the Hilton. Shuttles will be available at various times throughout the conference to move our attendees between the Fairfield and the El Conquistador.
The ICBA room rate at the Fairfield Inn is $169 plus tax.
Rate offered from February 2 - February 6, 2020
Please note: The ICBA rate is available until Friday January 3, 2020 at 5 PM MST.
Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort
The Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort is located 5.2 miles from the Hilton. Shuttles will be available at various times throughout the conference to move our attendees between the Wyndham and the El Conquistador.
The ICBA room rate at the Wyndham Grand Resort is $199 plus tax, inclusive of resort fee.
Omni Tucson National Resort
The Omni Tucson National Resort is located 7.4 miles from the Hilton. Shuttles will be available at various times throughout the conference to move our attendees between the Omni and the El Conquistador.
The ICBA room rate at the Omni Tucson National Resort is $199 plus tax, inclusive of resort fee.
TRANSPORTATION
The Hilton El Conquistador is about 45 minutes from the Tucson International Airport. An Uber or Lyft will cost $38-$55, depending on the time of day and the type of ride you request.
A shuttle service will be provided between the Hilton El Conquistador and the overflow hotels during the event. A shuttle schedule is coming soon.
THANK YOU, PLATINUM CONFERENCE PARTNER!
THANK YOU, GOLD CONFERENCE PARTNERS!
