Know Before the Show
This year’s Xforce National Conference kicks off on Monday, May 22, and we look forward to seeing you! SourceAmerica has worked hard to deliver an amazing conference packed with educational sessions, workshops, engagement activities, and excitement.
Before you head to Anaheim, we have outlined some helpful tips for your convenience.
Address:
Anaheim Marriott
700 W. Convention Way Marriott Hotel
Anaheim, CA 92802
Phone: 714-750-8000
Hotel website: AnaheimMarriott.com
SourceAmerica has reserved a block of sleeping rooms at the Anaheim Marriott at a negotiated room rate of $225 ($264.33 with taxes and fees) per night for single and double occupancy. Hotel check-in is at 4 p.m. on your arrival day and check-out is at 11 a.m. on your departure day.
You can find more hotel information, including parking and transportation options, on the Xforce website.
Hotel Key Cards
IMPORTANT! To avoid deactivating your hotel key cards, we suggest keeping them away from cell phones, other electronic devices, and anything magnetic.
Hotel Safety
- Verify all unexpected deliveries or hotel staff room entry requests with the front desk and always look through the peephole to see who is at the door.
- Be observant. Don’t venture into isolated or darkened areas. If needed, the hotel should be able to provide a security escort, so don’t be afraid to ask for one. It is not an uncommon request.
- Use the deadbolts or auxiliary locks provided on the door.
- Never sit in a room with the door left open, and don’t leave the door open for an extended period, even to get ice.
- Use the in-room safe (hotel vault or safe deposit box) for your valuables.
- Don’t reveal room numbers within earshot of unfamiliar people. If a front desk clerk mentions your room number aloud in front of suspicious strangers, you can request another room.
- Don’t enter your hotel room if the door is ajar.
- REMEMBER - DON’T TAKE CHANCES. WHENEVER IN DOUBT, CALL FOR HELP.
Smoking Policy
The Anaheim Marriott is a non-smoking hotel. Smoking is not permitted in any area of the hotel, including guest rooms, suites, public areas, restaurants, and meeting/banquet rooms.
Pet Policy
No pets are allowed except for service animals for people with disabilities. While there is no dedicated pet relief area, there are plenty of grassy areas around the perimeter of the property.
Elevator System
The Anaheim Marriott uses a smart elevator system. Simply push the appropriate button to set your destination; you will be directed to the elevator that will take you to your desired floor in the shortest amount of time.
Steps to Follow When Using the Elevators
- On the keypad, enter the floor you want to reach.
- Wait for the system to assign you an elevator bank, which will be displayed on the keypad.
- Once in the elevator, floors will be listed on the screen located on the elevator door.
Accessible Service: An accessible button is marked in Braille at the bottom of the number pad. The system will use voice prompts when the accessible button is pressed. You will be prompted to enter the number on the keypad; numbers are also in Braille. Once a floor is selected, you will be directed to your assigned elevator. For example: If the fifth floor is selected, the prompt will say, “Fifth floor Elevator F.” It will then provide directions to Elevator F.
After you check into your guest room, please return to the hotel lobby and follow the signs to Xforce Registration. There you can check in, print your name badge, and receive Xforce materials. You must wear your badge at all times to access Xforce sessions and events.
At the Xforce Registration Desk, you will be asked if you are attending certain events and if you are bringing guests, e.g., for the Awards Banquet. The information is important to have an accurate count for meals.
Registration dates and times:
- Sunday, May 21 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Monday, May 22 - 7:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 23 - 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 24 - 7:45 a.m. to 3 p.m.
PRE-REGISTERED ATTENDEE CHECK-IN
All pre-registered Xforce attendees can check in and print their own name badges at self-service kiosks located in the Xforce Registration area.
You should have received a QR code in your confirmation email when you registered online. To receive your name badge, you will need to either scan the QR code or input your first and last name.
For touchless check-in, you can log into your Cvent Xforce registration in advance of the event, either to print or take a screenshot of your QR code - you will need to scan the QR code at the kiosk. The system will ask you to verify the spelling of your name, update any errors, and print out your name badge.
ON-SITE REGISTRATION
If you or your guests have not yet registered for the Welcome Reception or the Awards Banquet, you can purchase these tickets onsite.
INFORMATION DESK
Want additional information about Xforce? Stop by the Information Desk for answers to your questions.
SourceAmerica has put preventive measures in place to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and ensure all participants can safely take part in the Xforce National Conference. However, an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any place where people gather, and SourceAmerica makes no guarantee that participants will not become infected with COVID-19.
The safety and well-being of Xforce attendees and staff is always our top priority. For additional information, you can review the hotel safety protocols and the Anaheim Marriott’s Commitment to Clean policies (scroll to the bottom of this page and expand the section “Enhanced Cleaning and Protocols”). SourceAmerica will follow in accordance with state and local rules and regulations as well as any guidelines put in place by the state of California and the CDC.
All attendees will receive hand sanitizer in their Xforce tote bags. There will be masks available in the registration area.
Any concerns about COVID-19 and safety should be directed to Amanda King at aking@sourceamerica.org
The Xforce dress code is business casual. That includes sessions and most meals. We recommend cocktail attire for the Awards Banquet. Hotel temperatures vary, so dressing in layers with sweaters or jackets is recommended.
SourceAmerica will use a mobile app, giving you the Xforce experience at your fingertips! The app will help keep you informed, engaged, and connected with everything important to you.
Download the app by searching “Cvent Events” in the app store for your device.
- For Apple devices use this link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cvent-events/id1491335576
- For Android devices use this link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cvent.mobile.eventapp&hl=en_US&gl=US
Once in the app:
- Search for “2023 Xforce National Conference” and download.
- Select the Login button and enter your first and last name. Then enter your email address.
- A confirmation code will be sent to your email address.
- Open the email with the subject line: Verification Code for Xforce 2023 National Conference.
- Enter the verification code into the app. Select “Finish” to be fully logged into the app!
Join the Xforce Challenge – the interactive game for the Xforce 2023 National Conference! You can complete challenges, earn points and badges, and win prizes.
- You will automatically be awarded points for each interaction you complete in the conference app.
- Different interactions will help you gain special achievements throughout the event.
- Climb your way to the top of the leaderboard as you post photos, scan in at booths, attend sessions, and gather achievements.
- Check out the rules below and get ready to have fun!
Meals Provided by SourceAmerica
Meals provided by SourceAmerica during Xforce are listed below.
Day | Event | Time | Location |
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Monday | General Breakfast | 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m. | Marquis Ballroom |
Monday | General Lunch | 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Marquis Ballroom |
Tuesday | General Breakfast | 7 a.m. - 8 a.m. | Marquis Ballroom |
Tuesday | Geographic Lunches | 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Anaheim Convention Center Rooms: 211 AB: SOUTH-CENTRAL 212 A: NORTHWEST 212 B: PACIFIC WEST 213 AB: EAST 213 C: NORTH-CENTRAL 213 D: SOUTH |
Wednesday | General Breakfast | 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. | Marsalis Hall A/B |
Wednesday | General Lunch | 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. | Marquis Ballroom |
Wednesday | Awards Banquet | 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. | Platinum Ballroom |
Anaheim Marriott Dining Options (Not Included in Xforce Registration Price)
Here are the dining options located in the Anaheim Marriott
nFuse Restaurant, Bar & Lounge
Monday through Thursday and Sunday
6:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Friday and Saturday
6:30 a.m. - 1 a.m.
The Market Café
Everyday 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Slice Pizzeria
1 p.m. – 10 p.m.
In-Room Dining
6 a.m. – 12 a.m.
12 a.m. – 6 a.m. (late night menu)
- Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Seafood (13 min. walk)
- Anytime Hawaiian BBQ and Local Food Hawaiian (16 min. walk)
- MR. PHO California Kitchen and Bar Pho(12 min. walk)
- Puesto Anaheim (16 min. walk)
- Marri's Pizza & Pasta (20 min. walk)
WiFi will be available throughout the event floor for the duration of Xforce. Printed cards will be available in each meeting room with the internet access code.
Wireless internet access will be available in your hotel room at no additional charge.
For assistance with anything related to Xforce, please look for signs to the Information Booth. You’ll be able to gather general details about the meetings, pick up a printed version of the Schedule-At-a-Glance, retrieve items turned in to our lost-and-found, sign up for ad-hoc meeting space, and much more.
The Information Booth is located across from the Xforce Registration Desk and will be open during these hours:
- Sunday, May 21 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Monday, May 22 - 7:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 23 – 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 24 –7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Should an emergency event occur with a magnitude that impairs communication between you, colleagues, and family at the hotel or in the Anaheim area, SourceAmerica has an emergency plan.
A SourceAmerica communications representative located outside the Anaheim area will post updates and the location/status of individuals attending Xforce on SourceAmerica.org.
This assembly area map below indicates the exits and gathering locations in the event of an emergency.
Still have Xforce questions? Visit the Xforce Conference FAQs page!
We can’t wait to see you in Anaheim!