CONFERENCE SITE: For the conference site, go to http://www.copyblock.com/acesdenver/

   

ACES at altitude

Denver skyline by Lauram737@Flickr
Photo by Lauram737@Flickr

Learn, share and collaborate on journalism's future with leaders
at the 2008 national conference April 10-12 in Denver

Revised lineup of sessions (Updated 3/25)

What does the future hold for editors of the printed word? This is one of the many questions copy editors face in a future of changing operations, dwindling resources and shrinking print revenue. Join colleagues from across the country — and mediums — at the ACES national conference in Denver.

Each time when I have returned to work, my boss notices a change for the better! The conferences always get me jazzed about journalism again. — Melissa Murdza, Stars and Stripes

The 2008 meeting, April 10-12, will feature the fundamentals of the craft and a primer for what's to come. Each year, more than 500 copy desk executives, professionals, students and academics come together for three days of lectures, discussions and more. Why not you? Be a part of this brave new world with the industry's best and brightest. Be a part of ACES 12th annual conference.

BOOK THAT HOTEL: Remember that in order to lock in the ACES rate, you must reserve your room by March 19. Details are to your right.

LIMITED NUMBER OF FREE LIFT TICKETS

Getting to Denver a little early? Arapahoe Basin Ski Area has just given ACES 50 free lift tickets to be used the Sunday-Wednesday before the conference (April 6-9). To get your lift ticket (a $58 value!), e-mail Mark Chamberland at the Denver Post -- mchamberland (at) denverpost.com -- and he'll get you on the list. Lift tickets will be available by will call at the resort. Mark can give you more details. ... And thanks to Mark for getting this set up!

GETTING INVOLVED

There are several ways you could help ACES put on a great conference:

  • If you're interested in joining the planning committee, contact Deirdre Edgar, vice president of conferences
  • To donate the silent auction, a conference favorite, e-mail executive board member Scott Toole. Proceeds from the auction benefit the ACES Education Fund.
  • And we're always on the lookout for new seminars to help copy editors of all ages and levels. If you have an idea for what should be presented in Denver, click here.
  • If you're in a leadership role at your paper, or know a boss who's a fan of ACES, consider making your publication a sponsor.

REGISTRATION COSTS

BEST RATES AVAILABLE
ACES members   Nonmembers
Three days
$235		 One day
$85		   Three days
$415		 One day
$150
ACES students  Student nonmembers
Three days
$75		 One day
$40		   Three days
$125		 One day
$75
Note: SND members, with proof, may apply for the ACES rate. You may enroll as an ACES member at the same time as registering for the conference to qualify for the members' rate. Postmark deadline for early-bird rates is February 1. Mail-in deadline is March 7. Rates are higher for registering after March 7 or in person. Check, money order, Visa, MasterCard and American Express accepted. Sorry, no cash. Registration does not include airfare, hotel, dining or transportation costs. See forms for more details.
Revised lineup of sessions (Updated 3/25)

ABOUT THE MARRIOTT CITY CENTER

Marriott loungeThe Denver Marriott City Center is in the heart of the Mile High City and within walking distance of the state capitol, the 16th Street Mall, Coors Field and the Pepsi Center.

The hotel lobby features a grill and bar with lots of space to catch up with colleagues and meet new ones. The conference facilities are state of the art and inviting. The hotel also features an office center with printers and fax machines, an outdoor pool and spa, as well as a Starbucks, two restaurants and a convenience store.

Visit the hotel's Web site for a photo tour and list of features

   

GETTING THERE

  • Denver International Airport
  • Denver International Airport (DIA) is the closest major airport to downtown Denver and is a hub to several national and regional airlines including United and Continental.
  • The easiest way to reach downtown Denver is by using one of the several shuttle services.
  • Big Sky Airport Shuttle has offered ACES attendees round-trip service for $24. To get the special, visit bigskyshuttle.com and enter code 'copy' on the reservation page.
  • The travel time is about 25 minutes from baggage claim to the Marriott.

LODGING

  • Marriott City Center
    1701 California St.
    Denver, CO 80202
  • Hotel room in Denver
  • RATE: $157 single/double. Rooms include free high-speed Internet.
  • DEADLINE: Reserve by March 19 to ensure the group rate.
  • PHONE: Call (800) 444-2206 (ask for the ACES block at the Denver City Center).
  • ONLINE: Visit the hotel's Web site (enter group code ACEACEA).

SATURDAY PARTY

  • After three days of nonstop seminars and lectures, ACES will give attendees a chance to relax and spend time with colleagues. This year's after-conference party will be at the Falling Rock Tap House, a classic pub in the shadow of Coors Field that has more than 50 beers on tap.
  • We'll have the place to ourselves from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday night, and the $25 ticket will include an open bar and appetizers. To check out the pub and the extensive menu, visit its Web site.

FUTURE CONFERENCES

  • Minneapolis skyline
    2009: April 30-May 2, Minneapolis
  • Philadelphia skyline
    2010: Philadelphia