Frequently Asked Questions for In-Person Attendees

The 2024 IC will be held at the Walter E Washington Convention Center in Downtown Washington D.C. adjacent to the Marriott Marquis.

Masks

Per the local government ordinance, masks are not mandatory. If you wish to wear a mask and have misplaced or forgotten one, we will have extra masks available on site.

In partnership with SurfaceGuard, the center has deployed its high-grade COVID-19 remediation and health and safety reporting system at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center as part of their venues’ health and safety reopening efforts.

Learn more

First Aid services are available at the Convention Center in Exhibit Hall D. Please see their hours of operation below.

Sunday, July 14: 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Monday, July 15: 8:00 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Tuesday, July 16: 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 17: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Eastern Daylight Time (EDT

Time zone in Washington, DC (GMT-4)

Conference Registration is located on Level 1 in Salon A/B of the Walter E Washington Convention Center.

Sunday, July 14: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Monday, July 15: 7:00 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.

Tuesday, July 16: 7:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 17: 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Speaker registration is located in the Speaker Lounge, Room 208 on Level 2 of the Walter E Washington Convention Center.

Sunday, July 14: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Monday, July 15: 7:00 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.

Tuesday, July 16: 7:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

The dress code for the conference is business casual.

Any purchases made for IIA goods or registration fees must be made using a credit or debit card. IIA has moved to a cashless payment process onsite.

Complimentary Wi-Fi Service is available in our conference space. See connection details below.

Network Name: 2024 IC

Password: ConnectWithKPMG

Apple

Android

The 2024 International Conference App is downloadable to most mobile devices or a PC and gives you access to up-to-the-minute schedules, information about our sponsors and exhibitors, speaker presentations, and more:

• Log in to multiple devices with the same account information and same settings.
• Save bookmarked sessions.
• Save notes.
• Exchange contact information
• Add information to “My Schedule.”

There is an App Help Desk located on Level 1 in Salon A/B of the Walter E Washington Convention Center next to registration.

Sunday, July 14: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Monday, July 15: 7:00 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.

Tuesday, July 16: 7:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, July 17: 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Download the conference app on your smart device. In your mobile device application store, search for:

The IIA Events

You may also access the Attendee Hub by opening our app confirmation email on your computer.

Presentations can be found in the app’s schedule on The IIA’s conference event. Click on the "Handouts" icon.

NOTE: Not all presenters make their presentations available for attendees’ post conference.

Attendees must scan their badge at the self-scanners located outside of each session room prior to entering and remain in the room during the entire session. You will only need to scan once for each session you attend.

Approximately 4 to 6 weeks after the conference, you will receive your CPE Certificate via email. Your CPE certificate will be emailed to the email address used to register for the conference.

Session evaluations can be completed in the conference mobile app by selecting the schedule icon, choose the session you attended, and select survey. Each session will have a survey.

If you are not utilizing the mobile app and would still like to provide your feedback on the session, you can access all evaluations by visiting the Attendee hub on your computer. 

The overall conference evaluation will be sent to you via email on the last day of the conference. Your participation in the conference is appreciated.

All evaluations for the conference will close on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

The main entrance of the Convention Center is on Mt Vernon Place NW opposite the Apple Store. See green star on map below for reference.

Lunch will be provided in the Exhibit Hall, Hall D, Level 2 on Monday, July 15 and Tuesday, July 16. Lunch will be served buffet style featuring the following options:

• Eastern Shore Station: Blackened Salmon with Lump Crabmeat, Baked Summer Squash and Compressed Watermelon, Old Bay Cream Sauce
• Asian Station: Lemon Grass Chicken with Steamed Rice / Som Tam Salad and Chili Sauce
• Ethiopian Station:  Doro Wat Chicken, Atkilt Wot Cabbage and Potatoes, Injera
• Spanish Station: Fajita Chicken over Yellow Rice, Tricolor Pepper Strips, Pico de Gallo and Cotija Cheese
• Middle Eastern Station: Halal Lamb Stew with Chickpeas, Tomatoes and Spinach, Ouzi Rice with Peas, and Carrots
• Salad Stations: Mixed Greens, Garden Vegetables, Vegan Cucumber Dressing, Romaine, Chicken Strips, Parmesan and Caesar Dressing, Iceberg, Tomatoes, Bacon and Blue Cheese Dressing, Fruit Cup with Seasonal Berries
• Dessert Stations: Warm Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce, Flourless Chocolate, Vegan and Gluten Free Mousse Cake with Marinated Strawberries
• Coffee, Tea & Soft Drinks

Join us for an exclusive, private social event amidst the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Washington National Cathedral, a symbol of spiritual unity and architectural grandeur. As part of The IIA's 2024 International Conference in Washington, DC, this memorable evening promises an exquisite blend of networking, entertainment, and culinary delights.

Date: Monday, July 15th
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 pm ET
Location: Washington National Cathedral
Address: 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20016
Attire: Business Casual

Attendance at this event is included as part of the conference registration for all attendees. However, if you wish to bring a companion to this evening event, guest tickets are available for purchase at $250 per person. Please visit the Exclusive Social Event webpage for more details.

Important notes about the event:

• All attendees must wear their badge to board the bus and to enter the Cathedral.
• All attendees must be 21 or older.
• Roundtrip transportation will be provided from the Convention Center to the Cathedral.
  • Buses will be located near the Convention Center on L Street between 7^th Street and 9^th Street. Signage and directional assistance to this location will be provided.
  • The first buses will start loading at 6:30 p.m. and the first departure is scheduled for 6:40 p.m.
  • Buses will tun on a loop throughout the event.
  • The last bus to depart from the Cathedral is scheduled at 10:15 p.m.

Service Animals are authorized for use in the Convention Center. Listed below is the Convention Center’s policy regarding service animals in the Convention Center:

• Dogs are the exclusive animals allowed to be used as service animals. 
• Owners must always control the movement of animals (i.e. harnessed, leashed, tethered, or responsive to voice commands).
• Dogs that exhibit aggressive behavior are prohibited.
• Dogs must be housebroken.
• The Convention Center staff has the right to inquire if the dog is a qualified service animal.
• Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support are prohibited.

Failure to comply with the above guidelines or other reasonable requests, the Convention Center’s Public Safety staff may result in the dog’s removal from the premises.

Please visit the Walter E. Washington Convention Center FAQ page for more details.

The Prayer Room is located in room 210 on Level 2. This room will be open:

Sunday July 14: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Monday, July 15: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 16: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

If you require a Prayer Room on the morning of Wednesday, July 17 please come to the Registration Desk for assistance.

The Infant Nursing Area / Lactation Suite can be found on Level 1 near Room 103A and is always available during the conference.

Over 3,000 parking spaces are located within a three-block radius of the Convention Center including surface lots and garages. Exhibitors and attendees are encouraged to use these public parking facilities. Parking regulations are heavily enforced in the Convention Center’s surrounding residential areas. There is no public parking at the Convention Center. Please visit the Walter E. Washington Convention Center Getting There page for more information.

The Convention Center provides a smoke-free environment for its staff and guests, and no smoking is allowed within the facility. Employees/staff may smoke only in outdoor areas at the Hall D or Hall E docks designated for such activity.

“Smoking” or “to smoke” means the inhaling, exhaling, burning, or carrying of a lighter or heated cigar, cigarette, pipe, electronic smoking device, or any other tobacco or plant product intended for human consumption through inhalation, in any manner or in any form.  Code of the District of Columbia – Chapter 17. Restrictions on Tobacco Smoking, Subchapter §7-1702. Definitions. (7)

The Fed-Ex Business Services Center is open from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Monday – Saturday. It is closed on Sundays. For more information, please call 202-451-2698.

The Business Center is located on Level 1 near our Registration.

Luggage storage will be offered on Wednesday, July 17, from 7:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. near Registration on Level 1. The cost is USD $5 per item checked.

PLEASE NOTE: The venue is cashless. You must pay with a credit or debit card.

Lost and Found is located at Registration.

The public sidewalks surrounding the Convention Center feature curb cuts for wheelchair access. Automatic doors are located at Mt. Vernon Place, L Street, North & South, and Metro entrances to the Convention Center. Elevators are conveniently located near meeting rooms, Common Areas and in exhibit halls. Telephones, drinking fountains and restrooms throughout the building are wheelchair accessible.

Mobility scooters are available from Scootaround. Please see contact details. 1.888.441.7575

Check-in time is 4:00 p.m.

Check-out time is 11:00 a.m.

There are two ways to get to the Convention Center.

Option 1:

Exit the front door of the hotel, turn left, cross 9^th Street at the light. The entrance to the center is half a block away on the left.

Option 2:

From the lobby take the escalator down 2 levels to M2. Follow signs to The Connector. Once at The Connector take the escalator up one floor and walk to the right. Take the escalator on your left up one more level. Follow signage to registration.

The Marriott Marquis does not provide transportation.

Pick-up and drop-off are located at the Main Entrance of the Marriott Marquis Washington D.C.

The Marriott Marquis Washington D.C. features a variety of dining options that will satisfy your needs visit the website.

The hotel offers a complimentary 24-hour 8000 sq ft Bi-level fitness center and is available to its guests.

The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) – 5 miles away

• Terminal 1: Customers can meet their ride on the third (outer) curb. 
• Terminal 2: Customers can meet their ride on the Baggage Claim (Arrivals) Level -1st Floor on the outer curb. Visit the website for more information.

Washington Dulles International Airport is in Dulles, (IAD) – 28 miles away

• The 3rd curb is located on the ground level outside of Baggage Claim, accessible via Doors 2, 4 or 6. Visit the website for more information.

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) - 33 miles away

• Pick-up and Drop-off passengers along the outer curb of the Departures/Upper Level between Doors #5-12. Crosswalks leading to the outer curb are located near Doors 5, 8 and 12. Visit the website for more information.

Metro’s (subway) Green and Yellow lines stop at the Mt. Vernon Square/Convention Center station. The entrance is located on the southwest corner of 7th and M Street NW, with entrances leading directly into the Convention Center. For more information visit Metro’s website.