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Spring Convention, Board of Directors Meeting & Barge-In

Washington, D.C.
May 12-14, 2025
Each year, AWO members come together in Washington, D.C. to promote the maritime industry and discuss key issues with congressional leaders, engage in dynamic meetings, and enjoy valuable networking opportunities. We are excited to invite you to be a part of this impactful event. Please note, this meeting is open exclusively to AWO members and invited guests. If you are not yet a member but would like to attend, please reach out to Caitlin Clark for further details.
 

Hotel Information

The Willard InterContinental
1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20004 Get Directions

For member convenience, AWO has reserved a block of rooms for a group rate of $399.00, excluding taxes and fees. The room block is available until Monday, April 21 or until the room block is full.
Book your room reservations online for the AWO 2025 Spring Convention and Barge-In. Click on the "View Prices" button in the top right-hand corner and enter the stay dates, once you click search the group rate will pop up as the option for booking. Please note the group rate will only populate for the contracted dates, if you are selecting pre/postdates on the website it will show the best available rate and not the group rate. Please contact Sarah Curiale, Conference Services Manager, at the number below with your reservation request and she will take care of them for you. 
If preferred, you may contact the Reservations Department at (800) 424- 6835 or (202) 628-9100 and reference the American Waterways Operators 2025 Spring Convention to receive the group rates.
Please note, the $35 amenity fee will be waived, however it will appear the room charge is $434.00 when booking online. You will not be charged this amenity fee.
 

AWO Mobile App

Download the AWO mobile app to view the full agenda, speaker bios, supporting materials for presentations, and more! Available on iPhone/iOS and on Android.

Share on Social Media

Share with your network that you'll be attending this meeting with AWO's social media toolkit! Download for LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. Access directly from the AWO mobile app to share via your mobile device!

 

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Sponsorships

Sponsoring an AWO Event offers a unique opportunity to promote your products and services while demonstrating your commitment to the tugboat, towboat and barge industry. Sponsors gain visibility and receive special benefits and acknowledgement in the AWO app and website, room upgrades, and more!

View the Sponsor Prospectus and contact Caitlin Clark to claim your sponsorship.

 

Schedule At-A-Glance

Monday, May 12, 2025

5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Welcome Reception

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

7:00 am - 8:00 am
Monument Fun Run/Walk
Meet in Lobby
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Networking Breakfast
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Board of Directors Meeting
Ballroom
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
AWO Spring Convention
Ballroom
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Spring Convention Reception
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Social Dinner
TBD

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

8:00 am - 9:30 am
Grab - N - Go Breakfast
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Barge-In
Capitol Hill
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Closing Terrace Reception