WEATHER

The area’s average temperatures this time of year range from a low of 50°F to a high of 75°F. Keep in mind that the meeting rooms can sometimes be chilly, so bring a sweater or jacket along—layers are always a smart choice for travel and especially conferences.

SUGGESTED ATTIRE

Attire for all sessions of The Workshop and The Conference is business casual. For evening gatherings, the fun run & walk, golf tournament, yoga, and other activities, please see descriptions that follow.

ABOUT THE PARK HYATT AVIARA

The Park Hyatt Aviara is the host hotel where The Workshop and The Conference sessions and social functions will take place. The address is: 7100 Aviara Resort Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92011. You can reach the hotel by phone at 760-448-1234.

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Information on ground transportation is available via the websites of the airports servicing Carlsbad:

McClellan-Palomar Airport (10 minutes/4 miles)
San Diego International Airport SAN (40 minutes/32 miles)
John Wayne Airport, Orange County (60 minutes/58 miles)
Los Angeles International Airport LAX (100 minutes/96 miles)

REGISTRATION DESK

The registration desk for The Workshop is outside the Laviana Ballroom, and The Conference registration desk is in the Grand Foyer. Please check in at CRN’s registration desk to receive your packet and name badge. Registration desk hours are:

Wednesday 11/6 7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday 11/7 7:30 am – 12:15 pm
Friday 11/8 7:30 am – 4:45 pm
Saturday 11/9 7:30 am – 10:30 am

EVENING FUNCTIONS

EVENING RECEPTION: PARTY LIKE IT'S 1994 Sponsored by Herbalife

Wednesday 11/6 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm
LOCATION: Palm Courtyard

Join us Wednesday evening in the Palm Courtyard for a reception with Workshop and Conference attendees, sponsored by Herbalife. Get ready to "Party like it's 1994" and have fun with pop culture memories from the same year DSHEA became law! Attire is casual – come dressed in your 90’s flannels, concert t-shirts and bright colors.

DSHEA SILVER ANNIVERSARY RECEPTION Sponsored by Jamieson Wellness, Inc. and Stratum Nutrition

Thursday 11/7 | 6:00 – 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Avalon Terrace

Raise a glass with us Thursday before dinner on your own as we toast to the 25^th anniversary of DSHEA with elegance a reception sponsored by Jamieson Wellness, Inc., and Stratum Nutrition. Share the supplement industry memories that make you smile and snap a selfie with friends commemorating the occasion while savoring light appetizers and drinks to the sounds of a local guitarist. Attire is business casual.

DINE-AROUND — Plan ahead and make reservations!

Thursday 11/7 | 7:30 – 11:00 pm
LOCATION: Downtown Carlsbad

Dine at the resort, or go to nearby Carlsbad and explore one of its many popular restaurants. See a list of local restaurants here. Attendees will be provided discount codes for Lyft rides to and from the resort.

CLOSING RECEPTION: NIGHT AT THE DEL MAR Sponsored by Lonza

Friday 11/8 | 7:00 – 10:00 pm
LOCATION: Palm Courtyard

It's a sure bet—you do NOT want to miss CRN's Night at the Del Mar closing reception, sponsored by Lonza. Play to win—whether betting on horse races or trying your hand at equestrian-themed games—and collect tickets for prizes as you mingle with your industry colleagues and enjoy classic deluxe fare. Come dressed in your derby finest! Pastel sports jackets and dresses paired with extravagant hats encouraged.

IN-PERSON COMMITTEE MEETINGS

LEGAL

Thursday 11/7 | 5:00 – 6:00 pm
LOCATION: TBA

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

Friday 11/8 | 4:45 – 5:45 pm
LOCATION: TBA

INTERNATIONAL TRADE & MARKET DEVELOPMENT

Friday 11/8 | 4:45 – 5:45 pm
LOCATION: TBA

FREE GROUP ACTIVITIES

SUNRISE YOGA

Thursday 11/7 | 6:30 – 7:20 am
Meet at 6:15 at the Palm Courtyard for check in—yoga starts at 6:30

Sign up in advance when you register online or at the registration desk and get additional details. Meet at 6:15 at the Palm Courtyard for check in—yoga starts at 6:30. Plan on wearing a warm layer to start.

KYOWA HAKKO FUN RUN & WALK Sponsored by Kyowa Hakko

Friday 11/8 | 6:30 – 7:30 am
Meet in lobby at 6:15 to head to starting location

Sign up in advance when you register online or at the registration desk and get a free t-shirt. Meet in lobby at 6:15 to head to the starting point in groups for the annual fun run/walk—a time-honored CRN conference tradition! Dress in layers for this early morning outside.

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES

CRN’s popular golf outing and the catamaran cruise are filled with advance registrants, but if you would like to be placed on a waitlist for openings, please contact Maya English. Or, take the afternoon to enjoy the Aviara Spa—conference attendees receive a 10% discount! Reservations are recommended.