Mar 17, 2017, 10:12 am
Last edit by: Middle_Seat
Dates for 2017 event are: Oct 20-22, 2017
* Event Registration: http://chicagoseminars2017.eventbrite.com - lunch and daily snacks are included in registration (breakfast is NOT included in registration ... see below)
* Hotel registration is in post # 2 (Breakfast for 1 is included in room rate). Host hotel is SOLD OUT.
* Schedule of weekend events is in post #3.
* Current event sponsors in post #4 (and email provided if someone is interested in sponsoring)
* Some info re: charity raffle is in post #5.
* Request for volunteers is in post #6. (volunteers get a thanks & handshake - and an apple).
* A full list of the current speakers is in post #7
The Elk Grove Village Holiday Inn (+1-847-437-6010) shuttle normally leaves the hotel on the hour and the airport on the half hour. Domestic arrivals pick up at Door 2, international arrivals at Door 5E.
* Event Registration: http://chicagoseminars2017.eventbrite.com - lunch and daily snacks are included in registration (breakfast is NOT included in registration ... see below)
* Hotel registration is in post # 2 (Breakfast for 1 is included in room rate). Host hotel is SOLD OUT.
* Schedule of weekend events is in post #3.
* Current event sponsors in post #4 (and email provided if someone is interested in sponsoring)
* Some info re: charity raffle is in post #5.
* Request for volunteers is in post #6. (volunteers get a thanks & handshake - and an apple).
* A full list of the current speakers is in post #7
The Elk Grove Village Holiday Inn (+1-847-437-6010) shuttle normally leaves the hotel on the hour and the airport on the half hour. Domestic arrivals pick up at Door 2, international arrivals at Door 5E.
8th Annual Chicago Seminars - October 20 - 22, 2017
Aug 18, 2017, 8:22 am
#106
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: SRQ, AMS, AGP
Posts: 200
I got a room at Holiday Inn Express NW Arlington Heights. It's under 4 miles away and includes breakfast. Just like the Elk Groove location it includes a free shuttle within 5 miles. I verified online I could use it to go between the 2 hotels. Shuttle runs 7am -1030pm.
Aug 18, 2017, 8:51 am
#107
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 39
I stayed at the Sheraton Elk Grove last year and it was a decent option. If you have the SPG Biz card, you'll have access to the Club Lounge (i.e. free breakfast).
It's less than 10 minutes away and costs under $8 for an Uber. The Sheraton's also category 2, so only costs you 3k Starpoints per night.
It's less than 10 minutes away and costs under $8 for an Uber. The Sheraton's also category 2, so only costs you 3k Starpoints per night.
Aug 27, 2017, 3:58 pm
#108
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: SAV
Programs: ??????????
Posts: 963
Overflow hotel added: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/27964927-post2.html
Aug 31, 2017, 8:11 am
#109
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: Chicago, IL
Programs: UA, SPG, Marriott
Posts: 26
I'll be attending! It's my first conference and I'm new to the point and mile world. Everyone on flyertalk has been so wonderful and I'm looking forward to meeting everyone! I'll be staying at the Sheraton Elk Grove with a car and can help car pool
Aug 31, 2017, 8:19 am
#110
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: SAV
Programs: ??????????
Posts: 963
Glad you'll make it! See you then ^^^
Aug 31, 2017, 12:51 pm
#111
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: PSC
Programs: Hilton Diamond/IHG Platinum/DL Plutononium
Posts: 1,728
Very excited to be attending for the first time. Got a good rate at the Doubletree Wooddale/Elk Grove, quick 10 minute uber from the conferences.
Aug 31, 2017, 1:06 pm
#112
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: SAV
Programs: ??????????
Posts: 963
^^^^^
Sep 2, 2017, 3:34 pm
#113
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: California, SMF
Programs: UA, AA, AS, DL, BA, HA, WN, SPG-PL, Hyatt-Dia, HH-Dia, Marr-Pl, US Mint/VR(retired)
Posts: 945
Two rooms at host hotel should be cancelled shortly today at host hotel, if anyone wants to grab them.
P.S. We are still coming. They were for others.
Sorry, already taken
P.S. We are still coming. They were for others.
Sorry, already taken
Last edited by PatMike; Sep 2, 2017 at 3:40 pm
Sep 3, 2017, 9:16 pm
#114
Join Date: Jul 2015
Location: SRQ, AMS, AGP
Posts: 200
Mods - please stop this back and forth that has noting to do with the event. It's over a page already.
Valid opinions or just trolling, these do not belong in this thread.
Valid opinions or just trolling, these do not belong in this thread.
Sep 5, 2017, 11:31 am
#115
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Ohio (CLE or CAK)
Programs: United platinum, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Platinum Elite, Hyatt Explorist, IHG plat
Posts: 83
Howie et all: In late July pointswithacrew posted a mock credit card draft that looked pretty interesting. What say 5 or so of you speakers do something similar at the conference?
Not necessarily a live version as I know all of you are busy, but something like a big whiteboard in the sponsor's table area where you list your draft pick(s) and why. Maybe you each have 1 hour to make your pick? Or maybe you all sit around drinking beers and knock out the whole draft in 90 minutes?
Here's their original "draft rules" that you could modify as you see fit (maybe add max $__ in combined annual first year fees or ?):
Ground rules for the credit card mock draft:
---Chase 5/24 is not a factor, nor any other Amex once per lifetime or Citi 24 month rules
---Assume you have no other cards or points
---Signup bonuses DO matter, but if a card fluctuates between good and bad signup bonuses and it’s currently at a low point, feel free to make the argument for it at a higher bonus with your pick
---You can’t pick a card that is not currently open to new applicants (Ink Plus / AT&T Access More / etc)
---No prepaid cards
---Cards issued by foreign banks are fine as long as they’re available to the general (US) public
Just a thought.
Not necessarily a live version as I know all of you are busy, but something like a big whiteboard in the sponsor's table area where you list your draft pick(s) and why. Maybe you each have 1 hour to make your pick? Or maybe you all sit around drinking beers and knock out the whole draft in 90 minutes?
Here's their original "draft rules" that you could modify as you see fit (maybe add max $__ in combined annual first year fees or ?):
Ground rules for the credit card mock draft:
---Chase 5/24 is not a factor, nor any other Amex once per lifetime or Citi 24 month rules
---Assume you have no other cards or points
---Signup bonuses DO matter, but if a card fluctuates between good and bad signup bonuses and it’s currently at a low point, feel free to make the argument for it at a higher bonus with your pick
---You can’t pick a card that is not currently open to new applicants (Ink Plus / AT&T Access More / etc)
---No prepaid cards
---Cards issued by foreign banks are fine as long as they’re available to the general (US) public
Just a thought.
Sep 6, 2017, 1:14 am
#116
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: PHX & AGP
Programs: AA Lifetime PLT, Bonvoy Lifetime Titanium, Hilton Gold
Posts: 11,453
Sep 6, 2017, 5:00 am
#117
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: SAV
Programs: ??????????
Posts: 963
Howie et all: In late July pointswithacrew posted a mock credit card draft that looked pretty interesting. What say 5 or so of you speakers do something similar at the conference?
Not necessarily a live version as I know all of you are busy, but something like a big whiteboard in the sponsor's table area where you list your draft pick(s) and why. Maybe you each have 1 hour to make your pick? Or maybe you all sit around drinking beers and knock out the whole draft in 90 minutes?
Here's their original "draft rules" that you could modify as you see fit (maybe add max $__ in combined annual first year fees or ?):
Ground rules for the credit card mock draft:
---Chase 5/24 is not a factor, nor any other Amex once per lifetime or Citi 24 month rules
---Assume you have no other cards or points
---Signup bonuses DO matter, but if a card fluctuates between good and bad signup bonuses and it’s currently at a low point, feel free to make the argument for it at a higher bonus with your pick
---You can’t pick a card that is not currently open to new applicants (Ink Plus / AT&T Access More / etc)
---No prepaid cards
---Cards issued by foreign banks are fine as long as they’re available to the general (US) public
Just a thought.
Not necessarily a live version as I know all of you are busy, but something like a big whiteboard in the sponsor's table area where you list your draft pick(s) and why. Maybe you each have 1 hour to make your pick? Or maybe you all sit around drinking beers and knock out the whole draft in 90 minutes?
Here's their original "draft rules" that you could modify as you see fit (maybe add max $__ in combined annual first year fees or ?):
Ground rules for the credit card mock draft:
---Chase 5/24 is not a factor, nor any other Amex once per lifetime or Citi 24 month rules
---Assume you have no other cards or points
---Signup bonuses DO matter, but if a card fluctuates between good and bad signup bonuses and it’s currently at a low point, feel free to make the argument for it at a higher bonus with your pick
---You can’t pick a card that is not currently open to new applicants (Ink Plus / AT&T Access More / etc)
---No prepaid cards
---Cards issued by foreign banks are fine as long as they’re available to the general (US) public
Just a thought.
I'll work on making this happen.
Sep 6, 2017, 4:09 pm
#118
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Ohio (CLE or CAK)
Programs: United platinum, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Platinum Elite, Hyatt Explorist, IHG plat
Posts: 83
Also, given the higher % of new-ish miles/points folks attending, I'd be in favor of some sort of total "team $ spend cap" on first year card fees of something like $600 or so. But maybe with a twist that true card bonus $ rebates can add to your "team $ cap"...so if for instance you drafted BOA Alaska Air card using link with $100 statement credit to offset the $75 annual fee, since you profited net of $25 cash by getting that card you'd now have $625 to spend on your credit card team in 1st year fees instead of the original $600.
Sep 6, 2017, 4:23 pm
#119
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: SAV
Programs: ??????????
Posts: 963
Looking forward to it; especially the reason(s) justifying each pick in its particular draft position.
Also, given the higher % of new-ish miles/points folks attending, I'd be in favor of some sort of total "team $ spend cap" on first year card fees of something like $600 or so. But maybe with a twist that true card bonus $ rebates can add to your "team $ cap"...so if for instance you drafted BOA Alaska Air card using link with $100 statement credit to offset the $75 annual fee, since you profited net of $25 cash by getting that card you'd now have $625 to spend on your credit card team in 1st year fees instead of the original $600.
Also, given the higher % of new-ish miles/points folks attending, I'd be in favor of some sort of total "team $ spend cap" on first year card fees of something like $600 or so. But maybe with a twist that true card bonus $ rebates can add to your "team $ cap"...so if for instance you drafted BOA Alaska Air card using link with $100 statement credit to offset the $75 annual fee, since you profited net of $25 cash by getting that card you'd now have $625 to spend on your credit card team in 1st year fees instead of the original $600.
Sep 9, 2017, 6:11 pm
#120
Join Date: Jun 2015
Posts: 20
Btw, was there a survey send out to assign people into various groups? Has that been done already?