2019 Biennial NWA WIC Technology, Program Integrity, and Vendor Management Education & Networking Conference and ExhibitsThe National WIC Association (NWA) will host its 2019 Biennial NWA WIC Technology, Program Integrity, and Vendor Management Education & Networking Conference and Exhibits. The conference will be held at the Cox Convention Center located in downtown Oklahoma City, OK.
This biennial Conference is an opportunity for you to network, share and learn about technological and program integrity innovations, EBT and directions for WIC’s future.
This Conference will provide options for improving WIC’s service delivery, and consumer and partner base at the state and local levels, enhancing Management Information Systems (MIS), addressing the importance and value of quality data collection, as well as systems and information security. The Conference will give WIC agencies knowledge of the latest in MIS and Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) technologies and help equip agencies to meet WIC’s Congressionally mandated EBT implementation deadline of 2020!
The Conference will also focus on all aspects of Program Integrity. The Conference will discuss the imperative of MIS/EBT implementation as “real time” tools for managing WIC Program Integrity, the latest in best practices, and innovations.
We are expecting over 400 attendees this year. Among them will be key decision makers representing the USDA/FNS, State, ITO, and Local WIC agencies, as well as vendors who participate in WIC and who provide WIC technology and program integrity services to the WIC Community.
Don’t Miss this Exciting Opportunity to:
NWA looks forward to seeing you at this year’s Conference and Exhibits.
The Hosting Hotels for the conference are The Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel and The Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel. Both hotels are located across the street from the conference venue, the Cox Convention Center.
*Our hotels are nearing capacity. If you attempt to make a reservation and are having issues, please search for another hotel option here.*
The Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel
10 N Broadway Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
The Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel
1 N Broadway Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
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Hotel Reservations
You can make your hotel room reservations by calling the hotel directly and Identify yourself as a NWA 2019 Technology Conference attendee to receive the negotiated hotel room rate.
*Our hotels are nearing capacity. If you attempt to make a reservation and are having issues, please search for another hotel option here.*
The Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel (405) 228-8000 or this Reservation Link
The Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel: 1-800-325-3535 or this Reservation Link
Please note that any personal or special request must be made at the time your room reservation is being made or at the time of checking in.
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Hotel Room Rate
NWA has negotiated a special room rate of $95 per night for a single/double plus a nightly room tax currently set at 14.13% per night at the The Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel. This tax rate is subject to change without notice. The cut-off date for these rates is Monday, August 26, 2019. After this date, reservations will be subject to the hotel’s prevailing rates.
NWA has negotiated a special room rate of $109 per night for a single/double plus a nightly room tax currently set at 14.13% per night at the The Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel. This tax rate is subject to change without notice. The cut-off date for these rates is Monday, September 2, 2019. After this date, reservations will be subject to the hotel’s prevailing rates.
NWA encourage you to make your room reservations early to ensure that you will be in the hosting hotel at the guaranteed rate. Upon checking in, each guest will be asked to provide a valid government issued ID along with proof to which the room reservation was made.
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Method of Room Guarantee
The hotel requires a major credit card to guarantee your room reservation, and first night's deposit (including taxes) payable at the time the reservation is being made. Please note that this is the hotel’s policy and is non-negotiable. Cancellations must be received by the hotel three days prior to your actual arrival date to avoid having the first night's room and applicable taxes charged to your credit card.
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Hotel Check-In/Out Policy
Hotel check-in is 4:00 pm and check-out is 11:00 am. Should you arrive before the scheduled check-in time, the hotel may arrange to have your bags stored until a room becomes available. Late check-out can be requested upon arrival.
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Guest Parking
The hotel offers on-site parking for all registered guests. For more information, please visit the hotels' websites.
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Airport/Hotel Transportation
Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) is located approximately 10 miles (a 20 minute drive) from the host hotels and is serviced by several major airlines within the U.S. For more information about Will Rogers World Airport and local transportation options visit their site at https://flyokc.com/.
Shuttle and taxi cab services are available at the airport.
Click here to download a copy of the tentative agenda.
Click here to download a copy of the agenda-at-a- glance.
Agenda is subject to change.
Letter of Support from USDA FNS:
Sarah Widor, the Director of Supplemental Food Programs Division, shared a letter for all state agency WIC directors supporting the 2019 Biennial NWA WIC Technology, Program Integrity, and Vendor Management Education & Networking Conference and Exhibits. This letter confirmed that WIC Program funds may be used to fund travel expenses and registration fees for this conference.
Registration Fees
EARLY REGISTRATION FEES
Fees between now and August 16, 2019
Early Member Rate: $385
Early Non-member Rate: $485
REGULAR REGISTRATION FEES
Fees after August 16, 2019
Regular Member Rate: $410
Regular Non-member Rate: $535
SINGLE DAY REGISTRATION FEES
Member Rate: $200
Non-member Rate: $275
All payments are due before or on the first day of the Conference. Payments must be received to gain access to and participate in all conference activities and sessions.
POs will not be accepted on-site.
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It is the policy of NWA's to access a processing fee for all cancelled registrations. To cancel your registration, a written request MUST be received by NWA via e-mail to registration@nwica.org or fax to 1-202-387-5281 no later than close of business on August 9, 2019.
Cancellations received before or on August 9, 2019 will be refunded, less a $75 processng fee. No refund will be granted for cancellations received after August 9, 2019. NWA regrets that refunds will not be granted for "No-shows."
Online registrations are processed via our web-based system. Each registrants must have or create a profile (account) in order to register online. To create a profile, please go to https://www.nwica.org/auth/register.
Registrants using a Purchase Order (PO) or check, must select the "Bill Me Later" option from the online registration system when registering. Credit card paments will be processed via our secured Stripe site. The system will automatically e-mail a registration confirmation to the e-mail provided. If you do not received a confirmation, please call our office.
To register by mail, fax or e-mail, download the Conference Registration form, complete, and submit it via e-mail to registration@nwica.org or fax it to 202-387-5281. Registration forms may also be mailed to:
National WIC Association
2001 S Street, NW Ste. 580
Washington, DC 20009
To obtain our Federal Identification Number, please call our office at 202-232-5492.
We invite you to participate as an exhibitor and/or sponsor at our 2019 Technology and Pogram Integrity Conference and Exhibits.
If you are seeking to introduce your products and services or an alternative promotional strategy to a new or existing audience, this conference offers several affordable options to meet your marketing needs.
By exhibiting and/or sponsoring at this conference, you will:
Volunteers are needed each year to help make NWA conferences a success. NWA is using SignUp.com to manage the volunteer shifts and assignments for the 2019 Biennial NWA WIC Technology, Program Integrity, and Vendor Management Education & Networking Conference and Exhibits. We are looking for individuals to serve as: bag stuffers; room monitors; moderators; registration assistants; and note-takers.
Become a Volunteer in 3 easy steps:
Volunteering is a great way to give back and network while getting a behind-the-scenes look at the conference.
Please note: You must be registered to attend the conference to volunteer.
Join other conference attendees Wednesday, evening September, 18th at the Oklahoma State Fair, 3001 General Pershing Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73107! We encourage attendees to share taxis/rideshare services to and from the event. The fair is open until 9 pm.
Click here to purchase your tickets.
Please find a current list of attendees (as of 9/6/2019) here. Attendees are sorted by state, agency, and then by last name.
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Wednesday, September 18
Thursday, September 19