2023 ROAD-EO National Championship Agenda

2023 ROAD-EO National Championship Photo and Video Gallery

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Welcome Finalists and Guests!

We have a lot planned for you over the next few days! Please read over this welcome packet for important information about your stay, including where hosted events will be held and what time buses depart.

Questions?
If you have any questions, please stop by the Republic Services Hospitality Area, located where you picked up your welcome packet. Staff will be available to answer your questions and help you with any issues that may arise. Also, feel free to reach out to your ROAD-EO Hosts:
• Barbara Fagyas, 602-740-7142
• Lynn Brown, 612-702-0741
• Cristy Robinson (Spanish speaker), 480-406-3605

Gift Card Instructions
The gift cards you received at check-in are intended to cover any meals or snacks you wish to enjoy at non-hosted events.

Visa Gift Card Amount: $125

Wild Horse Pass Gift Card Amount: $100 Please note that the WHP gift card is for hotel food and beverage purchase only (including gift shop) and cannot be used for casino play. The WHP gift card expires at the end of your stay. Unused WHP gift card balances will not be paid out.

Plan on using the gift cards for the following meals:

• Arrival day – Snack or lunch, depending on what time you arrive

• Monday afternoon – Lunch at leisure for Guests (Finalists will attend a hosted lunch at Radford Racing)

• Monday night – Dinner at leisure for Finalists and Guests

• Departure day – Snack or lunch, depending on what time you depart (breakfast is provided

Schedule of Events

Sunday, February 19
Welcome Reception for Finalists and Guests
Enjoy dinner and music as we welcome you to Phoenix! 

Attire: Casual, name badge required
• 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Location: Event lawn near pool (weather permitting)

Monday, February 20
Competition Order Reveal Breakfast – Do Not Miss This Event!
Finalists, you will find out your competition order and receive your ROAD-EO jersey!

Attire: Casual, name badge required
• 7:00 a.m. sharp – 8:30 a.m.
• Location: Acacia Ballroom

Course Preview, Practice and Hosted Lunch for Finalists
Following breakfast, Finalists will depart the hotel in two groups. Your group number is on the back of your name badge.

Attire for Finalists: Work boots, work pants, jeans or shorts, t-shirt, hat and sunglasses (if desired), name badge required

GROUP 1: Northwest, West, Southwest, Heartland, South, Pacific and Gulf
• 8:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
• Location: Buses depart from the lobby entrance at 8:45 a.m. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to allow time for boarding.

GROUP 2: Midwest, Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, Great Lakes, Atlantic and Central
• Noon – 4:30 p.m.
• Location: Buses depart from the lobby entrance at noon. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to allow time for boarding.

While Finalists are at practice/lunch, Guests have the day to lounge by the pool, enjoy the resort spa and restaurants or explore the nearby outlet mall. Guests, please use your gift cards for today’s activities. 

Monday Night Dinner is at Leisure
The night is yours to enjoy the Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino or nearby area. Please use your gift cards for tonight’s dinner. 

Tuesday, February 21
Breakfast
Enjoy a buffet breakfast before the ROAD-EO!

Attire: Casual, name badge required
• 6:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
• Location: Acacia Ballroom

ROAD-EO National Championship!
What we’ve all been waiting for! Have fun and enjoy the competition. Food and beverages will be provided. There will also be free giveaways and prize drawings for all attendees.

Attire for Finalists: ROAD-EO jersey & hat, work boots, uniform pants or shorts, sunglasses (if desired), name badge required

Attire for Guests: Casual (feel free to wear your ROAD-EO shirt!), comfortable walking shoes are recommended, name badge required
• 8:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Location: Buses depart from the lobby entrance at 8:45 a.m. sharp. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to allow time for boarding.

Buses depart the ROAD-EO immediately following the competition. Buses will be marked “Wild Horse Pass Hotel” and will be located where you were dropped off in the morning. Do not leave the event early.

ROAD-EO Awards Dinner and Celebration
It’s time to celebrate with dinner, entertainment, and the announcement of our 2023 ROAD-EO National Championship winners!

Attire: Casual (you may want to bring a sweater or light jacket; dinner will be indoors followed by an outdoor reception), name badge required.
• 5:45 p.m. – 10:15 p.m.
• Location: Buses depart from the lobby entrance at 5:45 p.m. sharp for the Sheraton Grand. Please arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to allow time for boarding. 

Buses will depart the Sheraton Grand immediately following the Celebration.
Meet at the drop-off location.

Wednesday, February 22
Farewell Breakfast Available at Your Leisure

Attire: Casual, name badge required
• 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
• Location: Acacia Ballroom

Depart for Home

• A departure schedule will be provided to you during your stay.
• Location: Buses depart from the lobby entrance to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. 

Travel Day Contacts:

• For flight related issues, contact Maritz Global Events at (866) 284-1096, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Time. If you need assistance after-hours, contact the emergency help line at (888) 219-7186 or (636) 827-8409, available 24/7.
• For all non-flight related issues contact Barbara Fagyas at (602) 740-7142.

Dining Options at the Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Things To Do:
Restaurants Open During Your Stay

• Ling & Louie’s – Sit down restaurant
Chefs use traditional Asian cooking techniques and ingredients to create bold flavors.

• FullHouse Café – Sit down restaurant
Features comfort food, breakfast, and indulgent pastries and pies made daily.

• Aroma Coffee & Pasticceria – Counter service
Serving brewed and spirited coffees, pastries, gelato and sorbets.

• Food Court – Quick service
Grab a quick bite at Fatburger or Rizzo’s Pizza.

Please note that Prime Restaurant located at the hotel will be closed on Monday during your stay.
For suggestions on nearby restaurants, please stop by the Republic Services Hospitality Area.

Activities

• Fitness Center—Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Cardio equipment and free weights available.

• Pool—The pool and jacuzzi are open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Towels are provided.

• Aji Spa—Enjoy spa services at nearby About Aji Spa & Salon. For reservations, call 602.385.5759.

• Casino—Adjoined to the hotel is a 100,000 sq. ft. Vegas-style casino.