NACS Day on the Hill helps convenience retailers just like you share their story with lawmakers; to show elected officials that convenience matters. Join us in March to advocate for your business, and ultimately, all c-stores across the U.S. Your participation and support is the key to maintaining a strong voice in DC to protect our industry year after year.
NACS prepares you with the necessary training and resources, like videos, webinars, and briefing materials, before visiting Capitol Hill. The informational General Session that takes place the day before meetings helps you understand the issues and gives you the opportunity to network with industry peers from around the nation. Our goal is to train you to become an effective advocate, not only on your Hill visits but also in your community.
The team at NACS:
- schedules your Congressional meetings and pairs you with other convenience retailers and experienced advocates;
- prepares you with pre-reads, on site briefing materials and training on how to participate in a successful congressional meeting;
- provides you with information to share with your elected officials; and
- equips you with knowledge and skills you can apply immediately back home.
This conference goes beyond the surface, delving into the pressing issues shaping our industry landscape. It provides a paramount opportunity to understand how these issues impact your business operations and the legislative developments surrounding them.
You will have the opportunity to have invaluable interactions with fellow retailers who face similar challenges and share similar concerns. Together, you can exchange experiences, insights, and best practices, strengthening the collective resilience of our industry.
However, the most crucial aspect of this conference is the chance it offers you to educate Members of Congress. Your voice matters as a constituent - someone who experiences the daily grind firsthand. By voicing your perspectives and sharing your challenges, you enhance lawmakers' understanding of the issues they cast their votes on.
Your presence and input are critical to foster a thriving and supportive environment for the industry's growth.
Register Now
In this short video you’ll hear from retailers just like you as they explain how easy NACS makes it to get involved at the NACS Day on the Hill.
For more information, please contact:
Margaret Hardin
Grassroots Manager
703-518-4292
7:00am – 5:00pm Registration Open | Anacostia Registration Desk
12:30pm – 1:30pm Buffet Lunch | Anacostia Ballroom Salons D&E
1:30pm – 5:00pm Day on the Hill General Session | Anacostia Ballroom Salons D&E
5:00pm – 7:00pm Day on the Hill Reception | Seasons Restaurant
7:00am – 9:00am Full Buffet Breakfast | Lobby Ballroom
7:30am – 9:30am Continental Breakfast | Capitol Hill Club
9:00am – 5:00pm Meetings with your legislators | Capitol Hill
11:30am – 1:00pm Lunch | Capitol Hill Club
6:30pm – 9:30pm NACS Board of Directors, 5-Star NACSPAC Donors & Hunter Club
Gold Reception & Dinner
7:00am – 8:00am NACS Board of Directors Breakfast| Meeting Room 16
8:00am – 12:00pm NACS Board of Directors Meeting | Anacostia Ballroom Salon F
All events will take place at the Westin Washington DC Downtown Hotel (999 9th Street, NW, Washington, DC) unless otherwise noted.
Continental breakfast and lunch will be served on Wednesday, March 13th at the Capitol Hill Club (300 First Street SE, Washington, DC)
Day on the Hill Meetings/Invitations:
Margaret Hardin
Grassroots Manager
703-518-4292
mhardin@convenience.org
Housing/Registration/Board of Directors:
Suzanne George
Meetings & Events Manager
703-518-4259
sgeorge@convenience.org
2024 NACS Day on the Hill registration is now open for retailers.
Register Now
If you are a supplier member and interested in attending, please contact Margaret Hardin, Grassroots Manager at (703) 518-4292.
2023 Attendees
First Name | Last Name | Company |
Karla | Ahlert | RaceTrac, Inc. |
Joe | Akers | RaceTrac, Inc. |
Daniel | Alsaker | Alsaker Corp dba Broadway |
John | Alvarez | Global Partners |
Paige | Anderson | NACS |
Henry | Armour | NACS |
Brian | Ashburn | Yesway |
Alex | Baloga | Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association |
Chris | Bambury | Bambury, Inc. |
Tony | Battaglia | JUUL Labs |
Westin Washington DC Downtown Hotel (currently the Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown)
999 9th St NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 898-9000
Located near Capital One Arena, Penn Quarter and the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the Westin Washington DC Downtown Hotel puts you at the epicenter of the nation’s capital scene. From museums to monuments, this is the perfect base for exploring.
Click NACS Day on the Hill & Board Meeting 2024 to secure your room online now. Remember to book early! All rooms are based on availability and are not guaranteed.
Group Rate: $389+ tax per night
Hotel reservation cut-off: Friday, February 16, 2024
5-Star NACSPAC Contributors: NACS will reimburse for hotel accommodations one night only: Monday, March 10. You will be responsible for your entire hotel bill upon check-out.
If you are eligible for reimbursement, an expense reimbursement form will be provided to you after the event.
Hotel cancellations must be made no later than 48 hours prior to your scheduled arrival date without penalty.
Local Airports (travel time is approximate and does not account for heavy traffic):
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
15 minutes by car 5 miles away
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
45 minutes by car 28 miles away
Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
50 minutes by car 34 miles away
Train: Amtrak to Union Station; Metro (Red Line) to hotel
Parking
Daily parking and valet parking is available at the Hotel for an additional fee. There is also an Electric Car charging station.