Global Distribution Conference

Simplifying the Journey

Seattle | January 23 – 25, 2023

Agenda

Monday, January 23
2:00 – 5:00 pm: Conference Kick Off – Afternoon Working Groups: Content, Connectivity, Fintech and HEDNA U – open to all
6:00 pm: Evening Welcome Reception

Tuesday, January 24
9:00 am – 5:00 pm: Main Stage – Full day of interactive events, keynote speakers and panel discussions
10:00 am: HEDNA Networking Lounge Opens
7:00 pm: Evening Offsite – Museum of Pop Culture/MOPOP Seattle

Wednesday, January 25
9:00 am: HEDNA Networking Lounge Opens
9:30 am – 12:30 pm: Main Stage – Half day of interactive events, keynote speakers and panel discussions

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Speakers

Our HEDNA 2023 Global Distribution Conference features insights from industry leaders. Our speakers will share the latest trends in distribution and payments as we face the future together.

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Hotel

Located in the heart of the city since 1924, Fairmont Olympic is Seattle’s iconic hotel featuring rich character and history, breathtaking architecture, an innovative culinary experience and best-in-class service. Ideally situated steps from Pike Place Market, the waterfront, museums, attractions and shopping, Fairmont Olympic Hotel offers the perfect blend of location and luxurious services and amenities. A place to see and be seen, The Olympic offers visitors an exquisitely designed stage to gather and connect.

HEDNA Evening Event

MoPOP – Museum of Pop Culture

325 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Buses will load in the hotel lobby at 6:30 PM

Join us on Tuesday, January 24th at Seattle’s MoPOP, the iconic Frank Gehry designed building that houses the most expansive pop culture museum in the world. Originally dedicated to the famed Pacific Northwest music scene from Jimi Hendrix to Nirvana and Pearl Jam – it has expanded to include some of the most iconic moments, shows and events in TV, Film and Fashion. And for one night in January – it belongs to HEDNA members and guests. Open to all conference attendees and evening pass holders.

Registration Rates

Registration for our Seattle 2023 Global Distribution Conference includes access to all conference activities, including meals provided during the conference and evening receptions.

HEDNA is following the guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and local government agencies regarding in-person gatherings. We are committed to taking the appropriate precautions to provide a safe and healthy environment for all conference participants. Read our full Duty of Care statement.

If your company is not a member of HEDNA and you have not attended one of our conferences in the past four years, you may be eligible for a discount on your conference registration. Please complete this form to find out if you qualify for a discounted rate.

Members

As always, HEDNA Members get the best pricing!
Thank you so much for your support.

Hospitality Professionals, Industry Experts, Educators

Full Conference: $1,195
HEDNA U 101 only: $29

Technology Partners

Full Conference: $1,695
HEDNA U 101 Only: $29

Non-members

Not a member yet?
Save up to $1,000 on this event by joining HEDNA first!

Hospitality Professionals

Full Conference: $2,195
HEDNA U 101 Only: $59

Technology Partners

Full Conference: $2,695
HEDNA U 101 Only: $59

Fairmont Olympic Hotel

HEDNA has secured a special room rate of $229 per night for single occupancy available until January 10, 2023, or until the room block is exhausted, whichever comes first.

Organizing HEDNA Seattle requires us to guarantee a number of rooms in a room block with the hotel. We understand many of our members are hotel professionals and may choose or be directed to stay at a different property. We strongly encourage all attendees to support HEDNA by staying at the host hotel wherever possible. Thank you for your consideration and support.

Hotel cancellation policy: Reservations can be cancelled up to 24 hours prior to arrival for no penalty.

Thank You Conference Sponsors

Our annual partners and conference sponsors help make this event possible. Thanks for your support!

Be part of our Seattle 2023 Global Distribution Conference — reserve your sponsorship today.

Global Distribution Conference

Simplifying the Journey

Seattle | January 23 – 25, 2023

Agenda

Speakers

Hotel

HEDNA Evening Event

MoPOP – Museum of Pop Culture

Registration Rates

Members

Hospitality Professionals, Industry Experts, Educators

Full Conference: $1,195 HEDNA U 101 only: $29

Technology Partners

Full Conference: $1,695 HEDNA U 101 Only: $29

Non-members

Hospitality Professionals

Full Conference: $2,195 HEDNA U 101 Only: $59

Technology Partners

Full Conference: $2,695 HEDNA U 101 Only: $59

Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Thank You Conference Sponsors

Association Partners

Payments Partner

Annual Partners

Payments Partner

Digital Partner

Distribution Partner

Future Leaders of HEDNA Partner

Platinum Sponsors

Opening Reception

Networking Reception

HEDNA Lounge: Coffee Cart

HEDNA Lounge: Puppy Break

Gold Sponsors

Lunch (Day 1)

Lunch (Day 2)

Silver Sponsors

Breakfast (Day 1)

Breakfast (Day 2)

Conference Lanyards

Bronze Sponsors

Networking Break (Day 1 AM)

Networking Break (Day 1 PM)

Networking Break (Day 2 AM)

WiFi Network

Notebooks

Full Conference: $1,195
HEDNA U 101 only: $29

Full Conference: $1,695
HEDNA U 101 Only: $29

Full Conference: $2,195
HEDNA U 101 Only: $59

Full Conference: $2,695
HEDNA U 101 Only: $59