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ATA Annual Conference: Additional Hotel Rooms Available at the Omni San Francisco

Make plans to join us!
ATA's 48th Annual Conference
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
San Francisco, California
October 31-November 3, 2007
Register today!

Special Room Rates at Omni Hotel End Friday, October 12

Additional rooms are now available at the Omni San Francisco Hotel, located at 500 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94104.

The Omni is a beautiful Nob Hill hotel — close to everything and conveniently located right on the cable car line. The hotel is only a short walk to Union Square, the San Francisco neighborhood that has become a mecca for high end shopping and art galleries.

SPECIAL ROOM RATE for ATA conference attendees! Single/Double: $295 / Triple: $315 (exclusive of tax).

Discounted rates at the Omni are available until October 12 or as space allows. Call (800) 843-6664 and be sure to ask for the special ATA rate. For more information about the Omni, visit the ATA Annual Conference Hotel web page.

ATA Annual Conference Offers Something for Everyone

• Over 150 EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS, offering something for everyone! Review all conference sessions online by language, specialty, time, or abstract.
• EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES in the annual Job Marketplace, where freelance translators and interpreters advertise their services and meet potential employers. Learn more about the Job Marketplace online.
• EXHIBITS, EXHIBITS, EXHIBITS with all the latest publications, software, and services available. Check out all the vendors.
• And MORE, including networking receptions, division networking dinners, a Round Robin Tennis Tournament, and the always popular, always useful Translation Support Tools Forum. Visit the ATA Annual Conference Website for all the details.

Special Events - Special Events - Special Events

• Don't miss the WELCOME RECEPTION!
  Wednesday, October 31, 6-7:30pm
  The American Translators Association invites all conference attendees to enjoy an evening with colleagues and friends. Be our guest for a generous selection of hors d'oeuvres, carving stations, and a hosted bar. Open to all ATA conference attendees. See ATA Annual Conference Welcome Reception.

• Don't forget your business cards for the NETWORKING SESSION
  Thursday, November 1, 5:30-6:30pm
  Meet company owners, seasoned professionals, and newcomers in a relaxed atmosphere. Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar are available. Open to all ATA conference attendees. See ATA Annual Conference Networking Reception.

• Enjoy live entertainment at the CLOSING DANCE PARTY
  Saturday, November 3, 9:00-midnight
  Mingle in a festive atmosphere as Pragandaia, a Brazilian dance band, performs live at the Closing Dance Party and the 48th Annual Conference comes to an end. A cash bar will be available. Open to all ATA conference attendees. See ATA Annual Conference Closing Dance Party.

Not sure how to go about this whole networking thing? Special events during the conference may be just the answer. These are great opportunities to get to know other conference attendees informally and without any pressure. Find out more now about all ATA Annual Conference Special Events.

How to Register

Register online, register by fax, register by mail … but register today! Visit the ATA Annual Conference Registration page of the ATA website for additional information and details.

Registration fees will increase by 20% after October 19, 2007.

Questions? Need More Information?

Email Maggie Rowe at ATA Headquarters or call (703) 683-6100, extension 3001.