Location and Directions
The city of 200,000 takes its water from the Great Lakes, and has become a leader in the sustainable community and Smart Growth movements.
During your stay, enjoy world class museums, a revitalized river front, a vibrant downtown complete with a brand new convention center, art museum and neighborhoods in full bloom.
For more information on Grand Rapids including driving directions, road construction alerts, and happenings around town, click here to visit the Grand Rapids/Kent County Convention and Visitors Bureau web site.
Maps
The DeVos Place convention center and the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel are located twenty minutes from Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Both are just off U.S. 131 and Interstate 196.
Downtown Grand Rapids Map (PDF)
Driving Directions (Google Maps)
DeVos Place
DeVos Place is the brand new, state-of-the-art convention center, located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids on the beautiful Grand River. Enclosed and riverfront pedestrian walkways connect the convention center to the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel.
Travel
Plan to arrive the afternoon of Wednesday, July 11 and to depart after 1 pm on Friday, July 13. If you will be flying out of the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), book a flight that departs after 2 pm.
Air Porter shuttle service is available from the airport to the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel for about $15 per person. It departs from the airport every 30 minutes (between 7:00 am and 9:30 pm). Click here or call 1.877.397.4377 for reservations and information. Boarding is located across from the B Concourse doors.
Executive Coach Service is about $70 a person. Click here or call 1.800.847.9360.
Cabs are also available.
We will transport guests to the airport for those leaving on Friday afternoon following the conference.
Accommodations
The Amway Grand Plaza is an award-winning Four-Diamond hotel that boasts the 1913 Room, Michigan's first and only AAA Five-Diamond restaurant.
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel
187 Monroe NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
For reservations, see Registration below.
Special rate $110 (single/double) until June 15.
Parking
Parking is available at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel. Self-park is $16 per night and Valet parking is $25 per night.
If you are driving, DeVos Place parking is located below Exhibit Hall, with parking entrances at Lyon and Michigan Streets. There is additional parking at the Government Lot across the street on Monroe Avenue.
Meals
Continental breakfasts, lunches and snacks on Thursday and Friday and a reception and dinner on Thursday evening will be provided.
Dine-Around Restaurant Options
On Wednesday evening, an optional, hosted Dine-Around provides an opportunity for you to meet and dine with other meeting attendees. Reserve in advance when you register for the conference. You are responsible for the cost of your meal.
The 1913 Room
Michigan's first and only 5-diamond restaurant. The Louis XVI-inspired dining room offers masterfully prepared French-influenced cuisine and an excellent wine list. Jacket required.
Bistro Bella Vita
Fresh Italian and French cuisine, prepared from scratch, and served in a big-city, casual atmosphere that features a renowned martini bar.
The Chop House
Features USDA Prime Beef, the finest Midwestern, grain-fed meats, and exceptional premium wines in a refined and elegant setting.
Cygnus 27
Enjoy the skyline and trend-setting decor as you dine atop the Glass Tower of the Amway Grand Plaza. AAA Four-diamond restaurant offers globally influenced American dishes.
Leo's
A casually elegant atmosphere offering more than a dozen fresh catch selections, classic New England treasures, specialty pastas or fine beef.
San Chez, A Tapas Bistro
Cuisine of Spain with a Latin and Cuban flair, specializing in Tapas, Sangria, Sherries, Ports. Casual attire.
Attire
Business casual is appropriate for all functions. Evening events may be held outside, a light jacket or sweater is recommended. Bring comfortable walking shoes; all evening activities are within a 10-minute or less walk from hotel. Shuttles will also be available.
Registration
Registration fees are as follows:
Member $400 USD
Member Guest $300 USD
Non-Member $450 USD
Non-Member Guest $350 USD
To register electronically for the meeting and hotel, click here.
If you would like to register via fax-back/mail in form, click here.
Si vous voulez enregistrer par fax/forme postale, cliquez ici.
For questions on registration, contact conference@a5inc.com or call 616.785.6027 ext. 53.