Hosting a NACDEP Conference
Purpose of the Annual Meeting
Bring together members for professional development, to share and learn educational programs
and to consider and discuss research results
Provide opportunities for members to network and collaborate with each other
Conduct the essential business of the organization including considering ideas and actions for NACDEP to further its mission
Minimum Criteria for Consideration
A potential site candidate must demonstrate suitable logistical &
organizational capabilities for all of the following:
Meeting facilities
Adjacent or proximate hotel facilities
Airport and local transportation services
Variety of high-quality tourism and recreation opportunities for meeting the participants'
and their guests' expectations
Site's ability to attract conference participants
Ability to demonstrate local/regional community development activities, projects or research initiatives as
potential side-tour opportunities for participants