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2024 LINCS and LSPA Professional Development Seminar

  • Sunday, October 20, 2024
    • In-Person Event
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Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of legislative leadership and communication at the 2024 LINCS and LSPA Professional Development Seminar in beautiful Denver. Over three enriching days from Oct. 20-23, join fellow legislative staff members from across the nation for engaging sessions and interactive workshops designed to elevate your skills and expand your horizons.

From exploring the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in public policy to mastering communication strategies, this seminar offers a diverse array of topics tailored to meet the evolving needs of legislative professionals.

Beyond the seminar sessions, indulge in culinary delights at Denver's finest restaurants and embark on captivating tours of the state capitol and state supreme court. Do not miss this opportunity to network, learn, and explore in one of America's most vibrant cities. 

NCSL Headquarters | Denver, Colorado | October 20 – 23, 2024

Sunday | Oct. 20, 2024 

Time

Session Description 

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM  

Hilton Garden Inn Lobby  

Registration & Hotel Check-in 

6:00 PM – 6:25 PM  

Hilton Garden Inn Lobby  

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

6:25 PM – 6:30 PM  

1-minute walk  

Walk to Restaurant  

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM  

LINCS & LSPA Pre-conference Dinner (Dutch Treat) 

8:30 PM – 8:35 PM  

1-minute walk  

Walk to Hilton Garden Inn 

Monday | Oct. 21, 2024 

6:30 AM – 8:30 AM  

Hilton Garden Inn Lobby  

Continental Breakfast 

8:30 AM – 8:45 AM  

Hilton Garden Inn Lobby  

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

8:45 AM – 9:00 AM  

Charter Bus  

Travel to NCSL Headquarters 

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM  

NCSL Headquarters 

Welcome and Opening Session 

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM  

NCSL Headquarters 

PLENARY SESSION 

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM  

NCSL Headquarters 

PLENARY SESSION 

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM  

NCSL Headquarters 

Luncheon 

*Close airwall for concurrent sessions 

CONCURRENT SESSIONS 

LINCS 

LSPA 

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM  

NCSL Headquarters 

CONCURRENT SESSION 

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM  

NCSL Headquarters 

CONCURRENT SESSION  

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM  

Charter Bus 

Travel to Colorado State Capitol 

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM  

Colorado State Capitol 

Tour of Colorado State Capitol 

4:30 PM – 6:00 PM  

Colorado State Capitol: RM 

Colorado State Capitol Roundtable 

6:00 PM  

15-minute walk  

Walk to Happy Hour Reception 

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM  

Opening Happy Hour Reception 

7:30 PM – 8:00 PM  

Charter Bus 

Travel to Hilton Garden Inn 

Tuesday | Oct. 22, 2024 

6:30 AM – 8:30 AM  

Hilton Garden Inn Lobby  

Continental Breakfast 

8:30 AM – 8:45 AM  

Hilton Garden Inn Lobby  

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

8:45 AM – 9:00 AM  

Charter Bus  

Travel to NCSL Headquarters 

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM  

NCSL Headquarters 

PLENARY SESSION 

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM  

NCSL Headquarters 

PLENARY SESSION 

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM  

NCSL Headquarters 

PLENARY SESSION 

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM  

NCSL Headquarters 

Luncheon 

Sponsored by: *Close airwall for concurrent sessions 

CONCURRENT SESSIONS 

LINCS 

LSPA 

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM 

NCSL Headquarters 

Annual Business Meeting and 25 Year Celebration 

At the annual Legislative Information and Communications Staff (LINCS) association Business Meeting, members will elect new officers, present LINCS Staff Achievement Awards, and discuss other business relevant to the professional staff association.  

Presiding Officer: Aundrea Peterson, Deputy Chief of Staff, Utah State Senate, LINCS Chair 

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM  

NCSL Headquarters 

5 Minutes of Fame 

LINCS members will step into the spotlight and share their most notable legislative communications achievements from the past year. Whether it is a groundbreaking communications campaign, a successful press event, or a creative approach to engaging journalists, this session is your chance to shine.  

Speakers: Aundrea Peterson, Deputy Chief of Staff, Utah State Senate, LINCS Chair 

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM  

Charter Bus 

Travel to Colorado State Supreme Court 

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM  

Colorado Supreme Court 

Tour of Colorado State Supreme Court 

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM 

Colorado Supreme Court: RM 

Colorado State Supreme Court Roundtable 

5:00 PM – 5:30 PM  

Charter Bus  

Travel to Hilton Garden Inn 

Wednesday | Oct. 23, 2024 

6:30 AM – 8:30 AM  

Hilton Garden Inn Lobby  

Continental Breakfast 

8:30 AM – 8:45 AM  

Hilton Garden Inn Lobby  

Meet in Hotel Lobby 

8:45 AM – 9:00 AM  

Charter Bus  

Travel to NCSL Headquarters 

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM  

NCSL Headquarters 

PLENARY SESSION 

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM  

NCSL Headquarters 

NCSL Training: Communications Styles 

Communicating effectively is the key to success in the legislature. In this interactive session, attendees will identify and learn about their own communication style, the styles of others, and useful strategies bridge the gap between their differences. Additionally, attendees will build skills to communicate clearly and concisely with a legislative audience.  

Speaker: Jessica Hoffman, Training Specialist, NCSL 

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM  

Charter Bus 

Travel to Hilton Garden Inn 

SEMINAR CONCLUDES 

POST-CONFERENCE TOURS 

12:45 PM – 1:00 PM  

Hilton Garden Inn Lobby  

Meet in Hotel Lobby  

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM  

Uber 

Travel 

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM  

Ball Arena 

Tour 

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM  

Uber 

Travel  

3:30 PM – 5:00 PM  

US Mint - Denver 

Tour  

5:00 PM – 5:30 PM  

Charter Bus  

Travel to Hilton Garden Inn 

Hotel

Rooms are being held at the Hilton Garden Inn Denver/Cherry Creek, located at 600 S. Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO 80246. The last day to receive this group rate is Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.

Book Your Room

  • Check-in time: 3 p.m. MT

  •  Check-out time: Noon MT
  • Guest services agents can arrange to check baggage for those arriving early/departing late when rooms are unavailable. 

Transportation

The Denver International Airport is about 40 minutes driving distance to and from the hotel, and the Centennial Airport is about 35 minutes driving distance to and from the hotel. 

  • Shared-Ride Services: Attendees can use shared-ride services like Uber POOL or Lyft Shared to split the cost of transportation with other travelers heading in the same direction. These services often offer competitive rates and can provide door-to-door service to the Hilton Garden Inn Denver/Cherry Creek. 

Meeting Registration Fees

  • State Legislative Staff: $475 
  • Host State Legislative Staff: $425 
  • Guest (Immediate Family or Spouse/Partner): $250
  • Attendee (Business, Government, University, Charitable and All Others): $250

Spouse/Guest Registration

We welcome the attendance of guests at our evening social events. Kindly ensure to register your guests to ensure a seamless experience and expedite on-site registration. Your cooperation in providing this information is greatly appreciated!

If you require special accommodation to ensure your complete participation, please contact us at [email protected]/303-366-9587 or [email protected]/303-856-1355. 

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