The Academy Conference 2008 will be held from July 28 – 30, 2008 in Little Rock, Arkansas.

The Peabody Little Rock
3 Statehouse Plaza
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: (501) 906-4000
Fax: (501) 375-4721
www.peabodylittlerock.com

Located in the heart of the bustling downtown River Market District, The Peabody Little Rock offers elegance, supreme guest service, luxury and well-appointed guest rooms among Arkansas hotels. This award-winning hotel offers the most complete services and facilities available in the Mid-South, including 418 luxuriously appointed guest rooms, high-speed Internet and wireless Internet access, award-winning restaurants, and a full-service fitness center. The luxurious guest rooms feature king and double Peabody Dream Beds®, plush armchairs and ottomans, desks, and armoires. You will be able to reserve your hotel accommodations for the Academy Conference 2008 by clicking on Register Now on this website in April. By reserving your hotel room through this registration site, you are eligible for the special room rate of $139 plus tax per night (Single/Double/Triple/Quad occupancy) over the conference dates as well as three days pre and post event. This special rate, which includes unlimited wireless Internet access in your guest room, is only guaranteed to be available if you reserve by June 20, 2008.

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Local Airport

Little Rock National Airport (approximate drive time – 15 minutes)
Airport Code: LIT
www.lrn-airport.com

Shuttle Transportation

Inter-City Shuttle
(501) 376-7433
A one way trip between the Little Rock National Airport and the Peabody Little Rock is $13. Advance reservations are not necessary. (*Price subject to change.) The Inter-City Shuttle desk is located on the Ground Transportation level of the airport. Follow signs towards “Shuttle/Taxi/Limo” to speak to a representative.

Rail Transportation

Amtrak, Little Rock, Arkansas (*about 1 mile from hotel)
1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245)
www.amtrak.com

Amtrak serves Little Rock with scheduled arrivals and departures at Union Station Square, Markham and Victory streets.

Hotel Parking - Self/Valet

Self-parking is available at a daily rate of $18.00 per day.

Taxi Transportation

A one way trip between Little Rock National Airport and the hotel is approximately $11-$14. Travel time is approximately 15 minutes.

Climate

Little Rock in July – High 93°/Low 72°

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Welcome Reception

Monday, July 28
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Peabody Little Rock

Relax and enjoy the lovely views of the Arkansas River at the Welcome Reception that will officially begin the 4th annual Academy Conference. You'll be treated to a selection of beverages (beer, wine and soft drinks) and hot and cold hors d' oeuvres. This is your opportunity to meet new friends, catch up with old friends and network with the "Cisco family". Don't forget to bring your Passport Card (included in your welcome package) with you to participate in the special drawings that will be held during the reception. You'll be asked to visit with Networking Academy partners and get your card stamped by each of them. Once you have visited with all partners, drop your fully stamped card into the drawing bin. Prize winner names will be drawn 10 minutes prior to the end of the Welcome Reception. See you there!

Networking Academy Appreciation Event

Tuesday, July 29
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The Clinton Presidential Center
1200 President Clinton Avenue
Little Rock, AR 72201

http://www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org

Visual and Historic Excursion!
Nestled on the banks of the Arkansas River, the William J. Clinton Presidential Center will provide the perfect backdrop for this year’s appreciation event. Enjoy live jazz during the evening’s reception while you reconnect with old friends, network with new acquaintances or just stroll through the grandiose event space that is perfectly set against the beautiful Little Rock skyline. After a delicious three-course dinner in the Great Hall, history buffs can take self-guided tours through the 20,000 square foot facility that is the permanent home to the largest presidential archive in American history. With interactive exhibits and a full scale replica of the oval office and cabinet room, the Center provides an exciting and educational experience.

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