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The 411 on Tech Prom

/ Lisa A. Hayes

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CDT’s Annual Dinner, Tech Prom, is two weeks from today! It’s not too late to join us: visit cdt.org/annual-dinner for information about purchasing a ticket or sponsoring the event.

As always, a huge thank you to our honoree and sponsors. Their participation promises make the evening a wonderful one. To help you get the most out of the event, please take a few minutes to review the logistical details below.

WHEN: Wednesday, April 6, 2016, 5:30-10 p.m.

WHERE: Marriott Marquis, 901 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001 (Google Maps)

WHAT:

5:30 p.m.   Registration Opens & Cocktail Reception Begins (Main Lobby Mezzanine)

6:30 p.m.   Downstairs Bar Opens Near Ballroom

7:00 p.m.   Dinner Begins & Registration Moves Downstairs to Meeting Level 2

The starter is a Spinach Kale Salad with Crispy Red Onion, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Roasted Pine Nuts, and Tarragon Dressing. The main entrée will be a Saffron-Marinated Sea Bass with Spring Onion Puree and Orange Marmalade, with an optional vegan entrée of Black & White Quinoa Pilaf with Pan-Seared Tofu with Red Pepper Coulis, both served with Seasonal Vegetables. Please notify us by no later than April 1 at [email protected] if you require a kosher or halal meal.

7:45 p.m.   Program begins

Featuring Mike Janke of Silent Circle and CDT’s Nuala O’Connor

8:30 p.m.   Dessert reception

TIPS:

  • Suggested dress for the event is cocktail, business, or festive attire. Anything goes, but consider comfortable shoes!
  • Complimentary coat check will be available near registration.
  • Bring lots of business cards – this event is all about connecting.
  • Charging stations will be available thanks to our Platinum sponsors: Facebook, Google, Intel, Manatt, Mayer Brown and Microsoft!

TRANSPORTATION:

  • Driving: Valet is available for an additional cost. We encourage you to use public transportation or a ride-sharing service like Uber or Lyft if you plan to enjoy adult beverages at the event.
  • Metro: Please take the Yellow/Green line to Mt. Vernon Square/7th St./Convention Center.

Tech Prom map

#TECHPROM ONLINE:

Whether attending in person or looking on from afar, you can join in the fun by following our Twitter feed and sharing photos, comments, and gifs using #techprom. You can also follow us on Facebook where we will share photos from the event.

If you have any questions about the above information, or need information about the VIP reception, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Director of Development, Abigail Goliber at [email protected].