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The Power of Persuasion
We have a dream
USAPP Presents
The 10th
National Convention:

3. Table of Contents
Bright Light Events ............................................................... 4
The Marriott Marquis ......................................................... 6
Convention Schedule ........................................................... 10
Gala Dinner ................................................................................ 12
Educational Sessions ........................................................... 14
Sponsored Event ................................................................... 16
Sightseeing Tours ................................................................. 18
Trade Show ................................................................................ 20
Explore Washington D.C. .................................................... 22
Notes .............................................................................................. 24

4. Bright Light Events
Katelyn Beno
Ketelyn Beno is a senior at Central Michigan University majoring in
Public Relations and Event Management. Beno has done work with
CMU Athletic Communications, Special Olympics Michigan, and the
Saginaw Spirit Hockey Club. In her spare time Beno enjoys training
in Crossfit, being outdoors, and spending time with her friends
and family.
Elizabeth Diliberti
Elizabeth Diliberti is a senior at Central Michigan University majoring
in Recreation and Event Management and minoring in Hospitality.
Diliberti has worked with the West Midland Family Center, Michigan
Childhood Cancer Foundation, and various other event companies
throughout her time at CMU. After she graduates she hopes to obtain
a position working as a large-scale event planner.
Tyler Payne
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Tyler Payne is a senior at Central Michigan University studying
Entrepreneurship and Event Management. Payne is currently
interning for an event planning company near home, as well as
working at school. He enjoys spending time with family and friends
and considers himself a very goal-driven person. Payne plans to own
an event planning company specializing in weddings.

5. Sarah Campbell
Cassie Szczepanski
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Sarah Campbell is a senior at Central Michigan University studying
Construction Management, International Business and Sustainable
Development, and Event Management. She is very involved in CMU’s
Women’s Rugby Club and helps plan fundraisers and events as the
team’s match secretary. By combining her passion for rugby and
her event management studies, Campbell has learned she wants to
pursue a career in event management in the future. After college, she
hopes to work with USA Rugby and help organize and plan major
events for the organization.
Cassie Szczepanski is a senior at Central Michigan University
studying Commercial Recreation and Hospitality. In December 2014
she will be moving to Portland, Oregon to finish her degree interning
for Portland Parks and Recreation, assisting the event coordinators
with the summer events program. When not in class or studying
Szczepanski enjoys rock climbing, fishing, and backpacking all over
Michigan and the Midwest.

6. The Marriott Marquis
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The Marriott Marquis is located at:
901 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington D.C., 20001
(202) 824-9200
Amenities
• On-site laundry
• Newspaper delivered to
guest rooms daily
• Complimentary in-room
Wi-Fi
• Valet dry cleaning
• Valet parking
• Copy/fax service
• Full service business center
• Overnight delivery/pickup
Fitness
The Marriott Marquis is home to an
8,000 square foot health club that is
open to all guests.
Recreation
There are four golf courses within
ten miles of the Marriott Marquis.
Also near the hotel is bowling,
horseback riding, miniature golf, and
tennis. The concierge desk will be
happy to make reservations at any
of the above places.
Fitness and Recreation

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Dining Options
Anthem
Anthem is open between
6:00am – 2:00pm and offers
guests the chance to enjoy
delicious, casual American
cuisine.
The Dignitary
The Dignitary is open 3:00pm –
10:00pm and allows guests to
choose from over forty local
and regional choices of
bourbons (as well as other
cocktails and spirits!) with
their favorite American dishes.
High Velocity
High Velocity is open 11:00pm –
12:00am and with nearly fifty
bars on tap, it is a great place
to catch the latest game!
Lobby Bar
The Lobby Bar is open 3:00pm
– 12:00am and offers
Marriott’s signature
“5/10/20” menu, full of locally
sourced, sharable plates and
entrees.
Dining Your Way
The Marriott Marquis offer a
24-hour food service for pick-
up or delivery to guests’ hotel
rooms.

8. The Marriott Marquis
Mezzanine Level
Meeting Level 2
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9. Meeting Level 4
Meeting Level 3
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10. Convention Schedule
Thursday, March 19, 2015
Friday, March 20, 2015
9:00am – 5:00pm Registration Cherry Blossom Room
9:00am – 5:00pm Trade Show Marquis Ballroom
6:00 – 7:30pm Reception The Smithsonian: The
DLuce Foundation Center
Dfor American Art
7:30 – 10:30pm Gala Dinner The Smithsonian: The
DLuce Foundation Center
Dfor American Art
7:00 – 9:00am Breakfast Liberty Salon
9:00 – 10:30am General Session Independence Salon
10:30 – 11:00am Break
11:00am – 12:30pm Breakout Sessions Locations vary
12:30 - 4:30pm Lunch Liberty Salon
12:30 – 4:30pm Trade Show Marquis Ballroom
4:30 – 5:30pm Breakout Sessions Locations vary
5:30 – 6:00pm Break
6:00 – 7:30pm Breakout Sessions Locations vary
8:00 – 11:00pm Peace Out for Peace
Tea
The Smithsonian: The
DLuce Foundation Center
Dfor American Art
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11. Saturday, March 21, 2015
Sunday, March 22, 2015
7:00 – 9:00am Breakfast Liberty Salon
9:00 – 10:30am Breakout Sessions Locations vary
10:30 – 11:00am Break
11:00am – 12:30pm General Session Independence Salon
12:30 – 1:30pm Lunch Liberty Salon
1:30 – 4:00pm Breakout Sessions Locations vary
7:30 – 9:00pm Freedom’s Song Ford’s Theater
9:00pm – 12:00am A Taste of
Washington D.C.
Locations Vary
7:00 – 9:00am Breakfast Liberty Salon
9:00 – 10:30am Breakout Sessions Locations vary
10:30 – 11:00am Break
11:00am – 12:30pm General Session Independence Salon
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12. Gala Dinner
Itinerary
7:30pm
Doors open and seating begins
Appetizers rounded
8:00pm
First course served
8:20pm
Main course served
9:00pm
Dessert served
Keynote speaker: Jon Stewart
10:00pm – 10:30pm
Recognition and closing speech
Menu
Starter
Fresh Spinach Salad with blue
cheese crumble & dried cherries,
with a white wine vinaigrette.
Entrée
Choice of:
Filet Mignon served with roasted
red-skinned potatoes and sautéed
vegetables
Pan-Seared Salmon served with a
rice pilaf and streamed broccoli
Butternut Squash Ravioli served
with breadsticks*
Dessert
Red, White, and Blueberry Layered
Cheesecake
*Vegetarian and Vegan Dish
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The reception and gala dinner will be held at The Smithsonian: The Luce Foundation
Center for American Art, located at 8th
and F St. NW, Washington D.C., 20004. The
center is about a 12 minute walk from the Marriott Marquis or a 12 minute metro ride
on the Green Line, for about $2. Buses will also be provided and will be outside the
Marriott Marquis beginning at 7:00pm and returning every half hour, until 11:30pm.

13. The United States Association of
Political Protesters is pleased to
welcome the host of the Daily Show,
Jon Stewart to The Power of
Persuasion: We Have a Dream.
Steward is Critically acclaimed for
his sarcastic, inclusive sense of
humor, tackling various political and
social topics across Washington and
the United States. Born in New York
City on November 28th
, 1962 and a
graduate of William and Mary
University, this comedic icon has
debated with several respected political presences such as Bill Clinton and
Bill O’Reilly. The Daily Show with Jon Stewart has aired for nearly 20
seasons, winning countless Grammy’s and various other prestigious awards.
Stewart has published three books and has been featured on the front cover
of magazines such as “The Rolling Stone” and “Entertainment Weekly”.
Jon Stewart has left an impression on the political culture of the United
States and will continue to be a comedic, political icon throughout America.
Keynote Speaker: Jon Stewart
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14. Educational Sessions
Protest Etiquette in the United States
Robert Bates is an American political scientist and the
Eaton Professor in the department of government at
Harvard University. Bates was born in Brooklyn, New York
and received his bachelor degree at Harvard in 1964,
following his education with a Ph.D. from the
Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1969. He has
written and published many books as well as serving as an
active member of the African Studies Association.
Cathy Lanier is the chief of the Metropolitan Police
Department of the District of Columbia. She was
appointed by Washington, D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty in
2007 and is the first woman to achieve this position.
Her experience with policing the Washington, D.C. area
has allowed her to gain extensive knowledge with
protests and the laws which surround them.
Dive into the “Protest Etiquette in the United States” educational
session to correctly understand the modern laws of protesting in
America. This session will take you through various concepts such
as dealing with police enforcement, handling private property and
permits, and distributing various protest elements. Join us to stay
informed and be knowledgeable about protesting in the United
States.
Presented by: Robert Bates and Cathy Lanier
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Congress Room – Meeting Level 4
Friday, March 20th
, 2015 11:00am

15. Tips to Properly Politically Persuade
Nate Silver is an American statician and writer who
analyzes baseball and elections. He is the editor-in-chief
of ESPN’s FiveThirtyEight blog and a correspondent for
ABC News. In 2012 Silver was voted one of the Top
Underdog Persuaders by Forbes Magazine In the 2008
presidential elections, Silver correctly predicted 49 of the
50 states, winning the attention of politicians and
analysts around the world. The East Lansing, Michigan
native changed the way people analyze political polling
around the world.
Presented by: Nate Silver
The “Tips to Properly Politically Persuade” educational session will
highlight every aspect of the key to persuasion. American statician
and writer Nate Silver will guide you through the basics of
persuasion, as well as simple strategies, major incentives, and the
use of personal skills to powerfully persuade. Learn to utilize each
and every concept that will persuade your audience to take action,
speak up, or speak out!
Shaw Room – Meeting Level 3
Saturday, March 21st
, 2015 9:00am
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16. Peace Out for Peace Tea
The Smithsonian: The Luce Foundation Center for American Art,
located at 8th
and F St. NW, Washington D.C., 20004. The center is a
about a 12 minute walk from the Marriott Marquis or a 12 minute
metro ride on the Green Line. Buses will also be provided by the
USAPP and will be outside the Marriott Marquis beginning at 7:30pm
and will be returning every half hour until midnight, taking guests to
and from the event.
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USAPP invites you to “Peace Out for Peace Tea!” Join us for
networking at The Smithsonian: The Luce Foundation Center for
American Art to enjoy Peace Tea and live painting by Bansky, Dolk,
and Blek le Rat! Pieces from various artists (including the live
painters) will be available for purchase. There will also be a chance
to taste a variety of different flavors of Peace Tea, as well as enjoy
cocktails and hors d’oeurves.
Friday, March 20, 2015 8:00pm – 11:00pm

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Bansky
Dolk
Blek le Rat
Banksy is a United-Kingdom based graffiti artist, political activist,
and painter that is known for his satirical street art and contempt
of the government. His art features political and social themes such
as anti-war, anti-fascism, anti-capitalism, and existentialism.
Dolk is Norway’s most recognized graffiti artist. His work features
pop-cultural references in a humoristic or critical context. Dolk’s
work has been seen around the world in places like Barcelona,
Stockholm, London, Prague, and Melbourne.
Blek le Rat is a Paris native and has been described as the “father
of stencil graffiti”. His work normally features rats as he believes
that rats are the only free animal in the city.
Other Artists on Display
Shepherd Fairey, Mr. Brainwash,
Tristan Manco, Kyle Platts,
and Gerik Asher

18. Sightseeing Tours
A Taste of Washington D.C.
Saturday, March 21, 2015 9:00pm
Join your fellow USAPP members on a tour of some of Washington D.C.’s finest
breweries and revel in the original tastes of the capital city. Transportation will
not be provided, but all locations are within one mile and easy walking distance of
the Marriott Marquis. Uber Car Service will also be offering a 10% discount to
anyone who shows the promo code USAPP at the time of payment.
City Tap House
Located at 901 9th
Street, City Tap House offers craft brews from around the
country along with amazing pizzas, flatbreads, wings, and burgers. Call (202)
644-9433 for more information.
Capital City Brewing Company
Capital City Brewing Company is home to four signature brews and a seasonal
brew and is located at 1100 New York Avenue NW. Call (202) 628-2222 for more
information.
District Chophouse and Brewery
Transformed from a bank and located at 509 7th
Street NW, this brewery offers
steakhouse classics that can be paired with the finest handcrafted beers in the
city. Call (202) 347-3434 for more information.
Right Proper Brewing Company
A local neighborhood favorite, Right Proper Brewing Company, located at 624 T
Street NW) offers delicious fresh food and beer all made with heart and soul. Call
(202) 607-2337 for more information.
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19. Hosted at Ford’s Theater, Freedom’s Song has transformed Abraham
Lincoln’s legendary tale into an epic musical, influenced by letters written by
the men and women who lived through the Civil War. The unforgettable
President Lincoln is brought into this whimsical story by his powerful words
interjected with the letters, taking a broken country and turning it into an,
once again, undivided union. This 90-minute production is recommended for
ages 10 and older.
Ford’s Theater is located at 511 10th
Street NW, Washington D.C., 20004. Buses
will be provided as transportation and will be outside of the Marriott Marquis
at 6:30. Buses will be departing promptly at 6:45pm. However, Ford’s
Theater is only an 11 minute walk down 10th
Street if you prefer to walk.
Tickets can be purchased at www.fordstheater.org/event/freedoms-song or
by visiting the concierge at the Marriott Marquis. Tickets range in price from
$44 - $80, but you can receive a discounted price of $10 per ticket if you
purchase tickets through the concierge and show your USAPP nametag.
Saturday, March 21, 2015 7:30pm
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Freedom’s Song:
Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War

20. Trade Show
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21. Vendor List
Booth 1: Sunglass Hut
Booth 2: Urban Outfitters
Booth 3: Nikon
Booth 4: Goorin Bros Hat Shop
Booth 5: Consciousness Marketplace
Booth 6: Global Sources
Booth 7: Ray Ban Sunglasses
Booth 8: Adidas
Booth 9: Michaels
Booth 10: Home Depot
Booth 11: Office Max
Booth 12: The Flag Store
Booth 13: Nike
Booth 14: Zippo
Booth 15: Panasonic
Booth 16: Solstice Sunglasses
Booth 17: REI
Booth 18: Dick’s Sporting Goods
Booth 19: Gas Masks USA
Booth 20: Alibaba Global Sources
Booth 21: Lowes
Booth 22: Canon
Booth 23: Moosejaw
Booth 24: Papermart
Booth 25: Sherwin-Williams
Booth 26: Smith Wood
Booth 27: Lapel Pins R Us
Booth 28: Independent Ink
Booth 29: LockeyUSA
Booth 30: Outdoor World
Booth 31: Fresh Paint
Booth 32: Timberlands
Booth 33: Victory Store
Booth 34: Kilz
Booth 35: Underground Shirts
Booth 36: Bass Pro Shop
Booth 37: Uline
Booth 38: Union Ink
Booth 39: American Wood Crafters
Booth 40: Gilboes Lock & Safe
Booth 41: Badge A Mine
Booth 42: Krylon
Booth 43: Annin Flagmakers
Booth 44: Custom Caps
Booth 45: ABC Tees
Booth 46: Uber Prints
Booth 47: District Taco
Booth 48: Ford’s Theater
Booth 49: Red Cross
Booth 50: David Benowitx
Booth 51: Agile Printing Company
Booth 52: Beautiful Trouble
Booth 53: Master Writer
Booth 54: Vista Print
Booth 55: Green Eggs and Burgers
Booth 56: Beyond the Choir
Booth 57: JFK Theater
Booth 58: Paulson & Nace Attorneys
Booth 59: Yes Lab
Booth 60: Paramount Song
Booth 61: Signs by Tomorrow
Booth 62: DC Shirt and Print
Booth 63: Hot People Food
Booth 64: Ruckus Society
Booth 65: Law Firm of Frederick J.
DBrynn
Booth 66: Agit-Pop Communiations
Booth 67: Lemon Grass Truck
Booth 68: National Theater
Booth 69: New Organizing Institute
Booth 70: Alliance of Community
DTrainers
Booth 71: Custom
Booth 72: Orang
Booth 73: Cente
DSoci
Booth 74: Escola
Booth 75: Grass
Booth 76: Mike S
Booth 77: Herita
Booth 78: Stuff’
Booth 79: The W
Booth 80: Wagin
Booth 81: BuzzF
Booth 82: New Y
Booth 83: Chicag
Booth 84: Time
Booth 85: Linked
Booth 86: CNN
Booth 87: Washi
Booth 88: Nation
Booth 89: Detro
Booth 90: Los An
Booth 91: Women
Booth 92: Partic
Booth 93: The G
Booth 94: Prince
Booth 95: PBS
Booth 96: Minut
Booth 97: Cente
Booth 98: Archiv
DCultu
Booth 99: Action
Booth 100: The C
DWor
Booth 101: Puppy
Booth 102: Othe

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The trade show is being held in the Marquis
Ballroom, Salons 5 & 6. The Marquis Ballroom is
located on Meeting Level 2.
Guests are welcome to visit the trade show anytime
between the start of the convention and 12:00pm
on Saturday, March 21st
. There is scheduled time on
Friday, March 20th
between 12:30pm – 4:30pm for
guests to visit the trade show after lunch.

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Local Attractions
White House
0.8 miles from hotel
17 minute walk
U.S. Capital Building
1.5 miles from hotel
30 minute walk
Library of Congress
1.7 miles from hotel
34 minute walk
Lincoln Memorial
2.1 miles from hotel
43 minute walk
Washington Monument
1.3 miles from hotel
27 minute walk
National Mall
0.9 miles from hotel
20 minute walk
Smithsonian Museums
1.1 miles from hotel
23 minute walk
Newseum
0.9 miles from hotel
19 minute walk
National Museum of
Crime and Punishment
0.6 miles from hotel
12 minute walk
**The concierge at the
Marriott Marquis is
available to help you plan
any routes or other
options for entertainment.

24. Notes
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26.
Go West!
Protest:
Join us in Hawaii March 18
th
– March 21
st
, 2016
for USAPP’s 11
th
National Convention.
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