Event Schedule
DRI’s 2024 Annual Meeting is Where Relationships Build Business! This year, DRI has a fantastic lineup of speakers, networking opportunities, Continuing Legal Education (CLE) offerings, and more! Discover an entirely new way to learn, engage, and connect with your DRI community and beyond at the flagship event of the year for civil defense attorneys!
Programming for DRI’s 2024 Annual Meeting is updated regularly. As additional details are finalized, please return here to plan your week at DRI’s Annual Meeting!
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Schedule at-a-Glance
To see room locations for each session, please click here.
Schedule and speakers are subject to change.
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
| Time (Pacific) | Session |
|---|---|
| 3:30–4:00 p.m. | Leadership Conference Registration* |
| 4:00–5:30 p.m. | Leadership Conference Keynote* |
| 5:30–6:30 p.m. | Leadership Conference Reception* |
| 6:45–9:15 p.m. | Leadership Conference Dine-Arounds* |
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
| Time (Pacific) | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:00–8:45 a.m. | Leadership Conference Breakouts over Breakfast* |
| 8:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Leadership Conference* |
| 10:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. | Annual Meeting Registration |
| 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. | Leadership Conference Lunch* |
| 1:00–1:50 p.m. | DRI Membership Committee Meeting* |
| 1:00–1:50 p.m. | Substantive Law Committee Chairs and Vice Chairs Meeting* |
| 1:00–3:00 p.m. | NFJE Board Meeting* |
| 2:00–2:50 p.m. | Program Chairs & Vice Chairs with the Law Institute* |
| 2:00–2:50 p.m. | Joint Meeting of DRI Cares / DRI for Life* |
| 2:00–2:50 p.m. | Membership Committee & Substantive Law Committee Membership Chairs / Vice Chairs Joint Meeting* |
| 2:00–2:50 p.m. | Marketing, Social Media and Publication Chairs* |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Substantive Law Committee Meetings and CLE Sessions (CLE offered if noted) |
| 4:30–5:30 p.m. | First & Second Timers Program |
| 5:00–6:00 p.m. | Sisters' Receptions (IADC, FDCC, ADTA)* |
| 5:00–7:30 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open |
| 5:30–6:00 p.m. | First & Second Timers Reception |
| 6:00–7:30 p.m. | Welcome Reception |
Thursday, October 17, 2024
| Time (Pacific) | Session |
|---|---|
| 7:00–8:00 a.m. | DRI for Life Grunge Run / Walk |
| 7:30–8:30 a.m. | Friends of Bill W. |
| 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Annual Meeting Registration |
| 8:00–9:30 a.m. | Coffee & Pastries in Exhibit Hall |
| 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Exhibit Hall Open |
| 8:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m. | Welcome |
| 9:00–10:00 a.m. | Keynote Speaker We Can All Do Better (with two-time NBA champion and former US Senator Bill Bradley) |
| 10:00–10:30 a.m. | Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall |
| 10:30–11:20 a.m. | General CLE Session Implementing a Culture of Innovation |
| 11:20 a.m.–12:10 p.m. | General CLE Session Artificial Intelligence (AI) – The Future is Here: These are the Practical Tips You Need Now |
| 11:20 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Center State Legislation and Rules Task Force Meeting (open to all) |
| 12:15–12:45 p.m. | DRI Cares – Blessings in a Backpack |
| 12:15–1:00 p.m. | Exhibit Hall / Business & Bites |
| 12:30–1:45 p.m. | State, Local & National Defense Organizations Leadership Luncheon* |
| 1:00–1:50 p.m. | General CLE Session Improving the Behavioral Health and Well-Being of Lawyers |
| 2:00–2:50 p.m. | General CLE Session Social Inflation and Nuclear Verdicts: Practical Tips and Sound Strategies from Lawyers and Clients |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | CLE on the GO |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Substantive Law Committee Meetings and CLE Sessions (CLE offered if noted) |
| 4:00–5:00 p.m. | Center Business Meeting (open to all) |
| 4:30–5:30 p.m. | Veteran’s Network Committee Huddle* |
| 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. | Premier Networking Event: Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) - Sponsored by LawyerGuard |
Friday, October 18, 2024
| Time (Pacific) | Session |
|---|---|
| 7:00–8:00 a.m. | DRI for Life Caffeine Convoy |
| 7:30–8:30 a.m. | Friends of Bill W. |
| 7:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Annual Meeting Registration |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Substantive Law Committee Business Meetings |
| 8:00–9:30 a.m. | Coffee & Pastries in Exhibit Hall |
| 8:00–11:00 a.m. | Exhibit Hall Open |
| 9:00–9:30 a.m. | Welcome |
| 9:30–10:30 a.m. | Keynote Speaker Travel as a Political Act (with popular public television host and best-selling travel writer Rick Steves) |
| 10:30–11:00 a.m. | Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall |
| 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Executive Director's Program & Lunch* |
| 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | General CLE Session Creating a Culture of Collaboration for Navigating Disputes |
| 12:00–1:30 p.m. | Diversity / Women in the Law Luncheon** |
| 12:00–1:30 p.m. | Lunch (on your own) |
| 1:30–2:00 p.m. | 2025 Annual Meeting Steering Committee Meeting* |
| 1:30–3:30 p.m. | State and Local Defense Organizations (SLDO) Conclave* |
| 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Substantive Law Committee Meetings and CLE Sessions (CLE offered if noted) |
| 1:30–3:00 p.m. | CLE on the GO |
| 2:00–3:30 p.m. | DRI Foundation Meeting* |
| 3:30–4:30 p.m. | DRI Board Meeting* |
| 7:00–10:00 p.m. | Closing Celebration and All-Star Band Bash** |
* By Invitation
** Ticketed Event
Schedule Details
To see room locations for each session, please click here.
Schedule and speakers are subject to change.
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
| Time (Pacific) | Description |
|---|---|
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Substantive Law Committee Meetings and CLE Sessions (CLE offered if noted) Attend any of DRI’s Substantive Law Committee CLE Sessions to expand your knowledge on cutting-edge industry topics, network with peers in your practice area, and earn valuable CLE. See below for session details. The first hour is the session and the last thirty minutes are the committee meetings. List of committee programming and meetings (PDF) |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Young Lawyers Committee (CLE Session) E-Discovery: Tips, Trick and Tactics for the Young (or Young at Heart) Lawyer If you’re new to e-discovery, just need a refresher or want to learn some new tools of the trade you won’t want to miss this session. We’ll cover everything from legal hold notices to document collection, e-discovery protocols, search term selection, document review, document production, and more. Sunny Rehsi, Bowman & Brooke, Troy, MI Karolyn Perry, Holland & Knight, Nashville, TN |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Construction Law Committee (CLE Session)
Brian Flinn (Vice President and Metallurgist), J.S. Held, Redmond, WA Denise Montgomery, Esq., Sweeney & Sheehan, P.C. , Philadelphia, PA |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Product Liability Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Women in the Law Quick Hits More information coming soon. |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Appellate Advocacy Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 4:30–5:30 p.m. | First & Second Timers Program Welcome to DRI’s Annual Meeting! Whether you are new to Annual Meetings, to DRI itself, or it has just been a while since your last meeting to remember how it all works—we have set up a networking and information-packed program to make sure you get the most out of your time and investment. When you register, please check the box to receive information for the First & Second Timers Program. For those interested in becoming a DRI ambassador for the DRI Annual Meeting, email membership@dri.org to get involved. |
| 5:30–6:00 p.m. | First & Second Timers Reception Being a first- and second-time attendee at the DRI Annual Meeting can present some challenges in learning to navigate DRI and the meeting itself. Join DRI leadership at a networking reception in the Exhibit Hall as we welcome you into the DRI community! All DRI members are also encouraged to attend, mingle, and share your DRI experiences with our first- and second-timers. |
| 6:00–7:30 p.m. | Welcome Reception There is no better meeting place to reconnect with old friends and colleagues and make new acquaintances. Stop by the Exhibit Hall and experience the best that Seattle has to offer—including regional food, beverages, and great conversation. |
Thursday, October 17, 2024
| Time (Pacific) | Description |
|---|---|
| 7:00–8:00 a.m. | DRI for Life Grunge Run / Walk Join DRI for Life for a morning run or walk from the Hyatt Regency Seattle lobby. There will be leaders for various pace groups, including a walking group and the option to Uber back to the hotel for those not interested in the full round trip. Grunge-themed costumes are welcome! The first 100 participants will receive a special gift, so don’t be late! |
| 8:00–9:30 a.m. | Coffee & Pastries in Exhibit Hall Visit the Exhibit Hall to enjoy coffee & pastries while connecting with your DRI community. And participate in the many networking opportunities available. |
| 9:00–10:00 a.m. | Keynote Session We Can All Do Better Hear from two-time NBA champion, former US Senator, and star of the new Max documentary Bill Bradley: Rolling Along Bill Bradley as he teaches us how to meaningfully connect with those around us. Throughout his storied career, Bradley has worked with individuals from all backgrounds on and off the court. Now, he’s ready to share his stories with you. Join us as he offers a concise, powerful, and highly personal review of the state of the nation, illustrating how we can move our country forward when the path is unclear. Keynote Speaker Bill Bradley, Allen & Company LLC, New York City, New York |
| 10:30–11:20 a.m. | Implementing a Culture of Innovation (CLE Session) Amazon prides itself on a culture of innovation and putting the customer first. Join this fireside chat with Daniel Slater, Worldwide Head of Innovation for Amazon Web Services and DRI President-Elect Anne Talcott where they will dig into how this culture of innovation can be applied to other organizations—law firms, our clients, bar associations—as well as to the practice of law. Dan Slater (Worldwide Head of Culture & Innovation), Amazon Web Services, Seattle, WA Anne Talcott (DRI President-Elect), Schwabe, Portland, OR |
| 11:20 a.m.–12:10 p.m. | Artificial Intelligence (AI) – The Future is Here: These are the Practical Tips You Need Now (CLE Session) Artificial Intelligence is penetrating virtually every aspect of our daily lives. From personal day-to-day activities to professional offices and courtrooms all over the country, but how can you harness AI in your practice and for your clients? Join our panel of experts for the practical tips you can use now. Alison Grounds (eMerge Managing Partner), Troutman Pepper, Atlanta, GA Linda Mancini (Data Privacy Officer, Senior Attorney), Boehringer Ingelheim, Boston, MA Joe Salvati (CEO), Arcuity ai, Inc., Riverside, CA |
| 11:20 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Center State Legislation and Rules Task Force Meeting (open to all) Come learn about how the Center can help your state, local, and defense organization (SLDO) or substantive law committee (SLC). |
| 12:15–12:45 p.m. | DRI Cares - Blessings in a Backpack Please join us in supporting Blessings in a Backpack by feeding a child before you feed yourself. Your donation will help purchase food to feed children in the Seattle area. Annual Meeting attendees will have the opportunity to fill bags of food on the way to Business & Bites in the Exhibit Hall. Click here for details on DRI Cares and Blessings in a Backpack. |
| 12:15–1:00 p.m. | DRI Business & Bites Join us for light appetizers in the Exhibit Hall and connect with our dedicated solutions providers to discover the resources you need to support your clients, build your cases, and grow your understanding of new tools in the legal space. |
| 1:00–1:50 p.m. | Improving the Behavioral Health and Well-Being of Lawyers (CLE Session) Bree Buchanan, JD, MSF, of Krill Strategies, LLC, will share important insights into the importance of building resilience to effectively deal with the ongoing challenges of our highly stressful profession. Bree will share current trends and research of the well-being in law movement that is taking hold in the practice of law. She will discuss science-based strategies that promote an enhanced ability to tolerate – and bounce back from – the effects of stress, uncertainty, adversity, and setbacks. She will also discuss the ethical implications of maintaining – or failing to maintain – one’s health and well-being, including how it affects one's duty of competence. Bree Buchanan, Krill Strategies, Austin, TX |
| 2:00–2:50 p.m. | Social Inflation and Nuclear Verdicts: Practical Tips and Sound Strategies from Lawyers and Clients (CLE Session) Moderator |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | CLE on the GO Put on your walking shoes, grab your phone and earbuds of choice, and join fellow attendees for a chance to earn CLE while exploring some of the fabulous local sights. This session will feature relevant legal topics summarized by various DRI substantive law committees, with local historic landmarks serving as the starting point for some of the hot legal issues of the day! If your schedule does not permit you to participate in this activity on Thursday, you may do it at your leisure on your own while in Seattle or even from home. Click here for details on CLE and CLE on the GO. |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Substantive Law Committee Meetings and CLE Sessions (CLE offered if noted) Attend any of DRI’s Substantive Law Committee CLE Sessions to expand your knowledge on cutting-edge industry topics, network with peers in your practice area, and earn valuable CLE. See below for details. The first hour is the session and the last thirty minutes are the committee meetings. List of committee programming and meetings (PDF) |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Litigation Skills Committee (CLE Session) A Flameless Fireside Chat About Next Gen Trial Experience For litigators of yesteryear, trial skills were acquired in trial. Today, there are fewer trials and fewer clients willing to pay for younger lawyers to go to trial. So what does the next generation trial experience look like? What has worked for firms bringing up the next generation? What anxieties are young lawyers experiencing about trial opportunities? How do we scale significant trial experience for them? What will the landscape look like if we don’t take this threat seriously? What are 3 practical things every audience member should do to contribute to solutions to this problem? All of these questions and more will be answered by our esteemed panel. You won’t want to miss it. Moderator Chris Turney, Turney LG – Midwest Litigators, Kansas City, MO Panelists William T. Casey, Jr., Swift Currie, Atlanta, GA Pamela Lee, Swift Currie, Atlanta, GA Lauren Motes, Dinsmore & Shohl, Morgantown, WV |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Lawyers' Professional & Ethics / Workers' Compensation Committee (CLE Session) Walking the Line: Discovering and Admitting Social Media Evidence with your Ethics Intact Think you know all there is to know about using gathering, using and admitting social media evidence in your case? Are you staying within ethical bounds in your practice? Better join us for this session and find out! An hour of ethics credit awaits! Ryan Hathcock, Chartwell Law, Atlanta, GA Amber Barlow Garcia, Deutsch Kerrigan, L.L.P., New Orleans, LA Michael Petrie, Webutation, Philadelphia, PA Marcus K. Pierre, Christovich & Kearney, LLP, New Orleans, LA |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Asbestos Litigation Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Drug and Medical Device Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Trucking Law Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 3:00–4:30 p.m. | Retail & Hospitality Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 4:00–5:00 p.m. | Center Business Meeting (open to all) More information coming soon. |
| 6:00–9:00 p.m. | An Evening at the Museum of Pop Culture (Sponsored by LawyerGuard) JOIN COLLEAGUES AND PEERS for an unforgettable evening at DRI's exclusive networking reception at the Museum of Pop Culture. Centrally located in downtown Seattle, the Museum of Pop Culture is a short distance away from the Hyatt Regency Seattle. Experience the winner of The Seattle Times' 2023 Best in the Pacific Northwest including Best Art Gallery, Best Attraction, and Best Museum all while networking with your DRI Community and enjoying hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, wine, and assorted beers. Click "Premier Networking" button at the top of the page for more details. |
Friday, October 18, 2024
| Time (Pacific) | Description |
|---|---|
| 7:00–8:00 a.m. | DRI for Life Caffeine Convoy Join DRI for Life for an early morning Caffeine Convoy. It is one mile from the hotel to the ORIGINAL Starbucks at Pike Place Market. Get out. Get your caffeine on. Get going to see Rick Steves. Join us! |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Substantive Law Committee Business Meetings Attend any of DRI’s Substantive Law Committee Business Meetings to expand your knowledge on cutting-edge industry topics, network with peers in your practice area, and earn valuable CLE. See below for details. The first hour is the session and the last thirty minutes are the committee meetings. List of committee programming and meetings (PDF) |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Law Practice Management Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Toxic Torts and Environmental Law Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Life, Health and Disability Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Corporate Counsel Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Governmental Liability Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Women in the Law Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Young Lawyers Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 8:00–8:50 a.m. | Aviation Law Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 8:00–9:30 a.m. | Coffee & Pastries in Exhibit Hall Visit the Exhibit Hall to enjoy coffee & pastries while connecting with your DRI community and participate in the many networking opportunities available. |
| 9:30–10:30 a.m. | Keynote Session Travel as a Political Act The world gets a little smaller when you realize we’re more alike than different. Embark on a journey with public television host, best-selling author, and activist Rick Steves of Rick Steves' Europe as he delves into the intersection between travel and politics and shares his perspective on travel as a political act. Like Bradley, Steves understands the crucial role that empathy plays in our interactions with others. He has helped millions connect with new cultures and communities as he documents his travels through Europe. Join us as he reveals how Americans can broaden their perspective through travel—and why it’s ultimately a powerful political act. Keynote Speaker Rick Steves, Rick Steves' Europe, Edmonds, WA |
| 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Creating a Culture of Collaboration for Navigating Disputes (CLE Session) Mark C. Fava, named Boeing's first organizational ombudsperson in June 2022, serves as a confidential and informal resource for employees to raise concerns about safety, quality, and compliance. An ombudsperson can help foster a culture of collaboration and provide strategies for navigating disputes. Join this fireside chat where Mr. Fava will talk about his development of this unique role at Boeing, how to employ some of the same strategies in your own firms and practices, and why your clients might benefit by establishing a similar role in their own organizations. Mark C. Fava (Vice President & Boeing ODA Ombudsperson), Boeing, Inc., Charleston, SC James E. Weatherholtz, Womble Bond Dickinson, Charleston, SC |
| 12:00–1:30 p.m. | Diversity / Women in the Law Luncheon Jack Chen is Associate General Counsel, US Immigration at Microsoft. He leads a multidisciplinary team that provides strategy, advice, and operational services to support the immigration needs of Microsoft's employees in the United States. He also works to advance immigration reform to modernize and improve our country's ability to attract global talent. Mr. Chen will discuss the importance of mentorship and allyship throughout the career journey as well as the importance of inclusivity and how progress is best made by including others with diverse perspectives as part of critical DEI efforts. Tickets to the luncheon are $75/individual ticket. Please purchase tickets online at dri.org. |
| 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Substantive Law Committee Meetings and CLE Sessions (CLE offered if noted) Attend any of DRI’s Substantive Law Committee CLE Sessions to expand your knowledge on cutting-edge industry topics, network with peers in your practice area, and earn valuable CLE. See below for details. The first hour is the session and the last thirty minutes are the committee meetings. List of committee programming and meetings (PDF) |
| 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Insurance Law Committee (CLE Session)
Dan Parker (Vice President), J.S. Held, Alpharetta, GA Sarah Smith, Dinsmore & Shohl, Houston, TX |
| 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Employment and Labor Law / Cybersecurity Committee (CLE Session) AI in the Workplace: Opportunities and Threats This combined presentation from DRI’s Employment and Labor Law & Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Committees will provide an overview of AI considerations in the employment context, the hiring process, use by employees, privacy implications, cyber risks in the workplace, and more. If AI is in your future (and we promise—it is), this is the session for you. Colton Driver (Special Privacy Counsel), Nissan North America, Columbia, SC Jean Back, Schwabe, Portland, OR |
| 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Diversity and Inclusion Committee Meeting Advancing Diverse Leaders in the Aftermath of SFFA v. Harvard Decision In the current climate of an apparent paradoxical shift in the support for diversity, it is imperative that organizations integrate diversity in the fabric of their strategic recruiting, retention, promotion, and succession planning. This session will explore how to accomplish this while mitigating risks and provide lawyers with the essential tools necessary to rise to the next level in leadership. Sheryl Willert, Williams Kastner, Seattle, WA |
| 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Medical Liability and Health Care Law Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Commercial Litigation Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Intellectual Property Litigation Committee Meeting More information coming soon. |
| 7:00–10:00 p.m. | Closing Celebration and All-Star Band Bash (Ticketed Event) You are cordially invited to join us Friday night as we celebrate DRI and the end of a successful week while recognizing our new leaders and awarding DRI’s highest honors. The evening will include a cocktail reception honoring incoming President Anne M. Talcott, as well as dinner featuring the best of Seattle cuisine. The Defense Never Rests, DRI’s “own” favorite band, is also back by popular demand, featuring all those familiar musicians and vocalists we remember from last year. Bring your dancing shoes, the evening will not disappoint. Come and help us celebrate DRI, incoming and outgoing board members, and award winners for their well-deserved achievements. Cocktail attire is appropriate for this event. Tickets to the Closing Celebration are $150/individual ticket. Please purchase tickets online at dri.org. |
An Evening at the Museum of Pop Culture,
Sponsored by LawyerGuard
Connect with Your DRI Community at the Museum of Pop Culture!
Date: Thursday, October 17, 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: The Museum of Pop Culture | 325 5th Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98109
JOIN COLLEAGUES AND PEERS for an unforgettable evening at DRI's exclusive networking reception at the Museum of Pop Culture. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with old and new friends while exploring some of the world's most legendary pop culture artifacts including the Hendrix Collection that explores Jimi Hendrix's storied career and the Nirvana Gallery, which has the "world's most extensive exhibition of memorabilia" with more than 200 rare artifacts, photographs, and oral histories.
Centrally located in downtown Seattle, the Museum of Pop Culture is a short distance away from the Hyatt Regency Seattle. Experience the winner of The Seattle Times' 2023 Best in the Pacific Northwest including Best Art Gallery, Best Attraction, and Best Museum all while networking with your DRI Community and enjoying hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, wine, and assorted beers.
Proudly Sponsored by: LawyerGuard
State, Local and National Defense Organizations Programming Summary
To see room locations for each session, please click here.
Schedule and speakers are subject to change.
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
DRI Leadership Conference (Invitation Only)
| Time (Pacific) | Session |
|---|---|
| 3:30–4:00 p.m. | Registration |
| 4:00–6:30 p.m. | Keynote Speaker & Reception (Featuring Sarah Sladek) |
| 6:45 p.m. | Dine-Arounds |
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
| Time (Pacific) | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | DRI Leadership Conference Breakfast, Programming & Lunch |
Thursday, October 17, 2024
| Time (Pacific) | Session |
|---|---|
| 12:30 –1:45 p.m. | State, Local & National Defense Organizations Leadership Luncheon (Invitation Only) |
Friday, October 18, 2024
| Time (Pacific) | Session |
|---|---|
| 10:30 a.m. –1:30 p.m. | SLDO/NDO Executive Directors Program & Luncheon |
| 1:30–3:30 p.m. | SLDO/NDO Conclave (Invitation Only) |
| 7:00–10:00 p.m. | DRI Closing Celebration and All-Star Band Bash (Ticketed Event) Close out the week as we celebrate DRI and the end of a successful Annual Meeting while recognizing our new leaders and awarding DRI’s highest honors. The evening includes a cocktail reception honoring incoming President Anne M. Talcott, as well as dinner featuring the best of Seattle cuisine Bring your dancing shoes, the evening will not disappoint! Tickets to the Closing Celebration are $150/individual ticket and can be added to your Annual Meeting registration. |