Register soon for the 2020 National Development Summit! This years conference includes four tracks of programming including panel discussions, keynote speakers, and technical workshops on topics in coaching, refereeing, and administration. Your registration includes admission to Friday nights welcome reception, the Dinner of Champions on Saturday, plus access to the exhibitor hall over the entire weekend. Early Bird registration - $175. Open until March 1, 2020. Starting March 1, 2020 registration will be $200. Price increases to $225 after June 10, 2020. Any questions regarding registration for the 2020 NDS can be sent to the Registrations Team at registration.nds@usarugby.org.

Hotel for the 2020 National Development Summit to be announced soon!

The National Development Summit is the place to market and network with members of the rugby community! The Exhibitor Hall provides exhibitors with up front access to all attendees throughout the entire weekend. The Friday Night Reception and all breaks throughout the weekend are held within the Hall providing participants a first hand look at all of the exhibitors and a chance to mingle and meet with business organizations far and wide. Reserve your spot today in the Exhibitors Hall and don't miss out on this excellent opportunity to share your products with the rugby community!

The 2020 Call for Presentations is open! Submit your proposal today at: Call For Presentations. Stay tuned for speaker and agenda announcements coming soon!

We look forward to members of the press attending and covering the 2020 USA Rugby National Development Summit. Please register below to receive your press pass and information on our press activities throughout the weekend. Each member of the press will gain access to our press room, with plenty of workspace and resources including printers and wifi. We will also be making all our presenters available for interviews after their sessions in the press room interview area. Press is welcome to take video, audio or photography during the NDS pending approval of your registration. We ask that you do not film full sessions for production or sharing on social media. ☆ Each member of the press will receive a pass to the event, including light hors d’oeuvres Friday evening, lunch and dinner on Saturday. ☆ We welcome print media, television, digital, blogger, audio, radio and others. ☆ If you would like a media credential, please complete the Media Credential Request Form. ☆ Press questions and inquiries to Calder Cahill – ccahill@usarugby.org.

1. What is included in my registration?

Your registration fee will include the following:

• Welcome Reception Admission (including two drink tickets)
• Summit Programming for Saturday and Sunday
• Lunch on Saturday
• Dinner and Evening Reception on Saturday
• Refreshments on Sunday

2. Will transportation be provided to the venue?

All meetings will take place at the Hotel and attendees will be able to walk to and from sessions.

3. Will airport transportation be provided?

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4. What is the cost of parking at the venue?

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5. What is the dress code for the Development Summit?

There is no set dress code for the conference, most individuals dress smart casual. Some of the sessions are practical, interactive sessions, so please wear appropriate clothing for participation. Saturday's dinner will be business formal.

6. Will contact information be provided for presenters and attendees?

Contact information will be provided for all presenters throughout the conference. Attendee information will not be available as to protect privacy. Attendees are encouraged to bring and distribute business cards should they desire someone's contact information.

7. Is breakfast provided at the hotel?

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8. Can I obtain Professional Development Credits if I am a certified coach?

Yes! Attendance at the conference will get you 10 PDCs for towards your coaching certification. For more information on obtaining PDCs please contact Katie Dyke at kdyke@usarugby.org.

9. Will conference attendees have copies of the presentations from the conference?

All conference materials will be posted online after the conference. Attendees are encouraged to bring a notebook to take notes during presentations.

10. This is my first National Development Summit, what can I expect?

The National Development Summit is geared towards anything and everything in rugby development. All sessions are hands-on, dynamic presentations that contain relevant information to help you grow your program/organization. Come expecting to network with others in the rugby community and also be ready to obtain a wealth of information that you can take back to your area.

11. What do I do if I already registered and need to cancel?

Refunds will be issued if requested via email to Logan Gregory at lgregory@usarugby.org up to 4th. After January 4th, no refunds will be issued. Registrants may request a credit to be transferred to another attendee by January 10th. After January 10th, no refunds or credits will be issued.

12. Who do I contact if I have questions leading up to the summit?

If you have any questions that come up prior to the summit you can contact Logan Gregory at lgregory@usarugby.org.