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2024 Annual Education Conference

The target audience includes physicians, nurses, health educators, academicians, registered sanitarians/environmental health professionals, nutritionists/dietitians, social workers, community mental health professionals and others working in public health and related fields.

For a COPY OF THE PROGRAM CLICK HERE

FOR A COPY OF THE ABSTRACTS CLICK HERE 

Conference Registration Fees  TO REGISTER CLICK HERE

 

Category                                                                        Pay after May 1

Member (includes social events)                                      $325

Non-Member (includes social events)                                  $400

Student Member (includes social events                              $275

Student Non-Member (includes social events)                            $305

Retired/Honorary Member (includes social events)             $275

Health Authority Workshop ONLY                                   $275
(does not include Awards Banquet)

Social Events ADD ONS (you do not need to purchase this extra ticket unless you are bringing a guest):

Extra Awards Banquet Ticket for your GUEST: $80 not available after May 1st

To receive the member discounted rate you MUST sign-in to your TPHA member account. 

Awards Banquet Information (May 20, 2024 7:00 pm-11:00 pm)

At TPHA, we truly value our members and the service they provide to our organization.  We have a long history of recognizing outstanding leadership and service within our membership, beginning with the very first TPHA Annual Meeting back in 1923, where the grand prize winner assumed the Presidency of the organization!  We don't do THAT anymore, but every year, at our awards ceremony, we honor members who have provided outstanding service not only specifically to this organization, but to the practice of public health in general.  This year is particularly special because we are celebrating our 100th birthday as an organization, and our awardees will go down in history as having received awards during this monumental year.  Also, this year is unique because, instead of having an awards luncheon on the last day of our conference, we will be having an evening gala, complete with red carpet, full buffet, awards, photobooth, music and dancing!  This special event is included with your full registration.  So, pack your best after-five attire and join us for this special evening!

 

Conference Registration Fee Cancellation/Refund Information:

All conference registration cancellations must be made in writing before April 30th. All cancellations are subject to a $75 administrative fee. Once cancellation correspondence has been received, participants will receive a cancellation notice. If payment has been processed for the registration, a refund will be issued minus the $75 administrative fee. If payment has not been received, accounting will send an updated invoice for the $75 administrative fee. Texas Public Health Association (TPHA) reserves the right to retain or collect conference fees in full for those who fail to cancel prior to April 30th, or for those who fail to attend.

Substitutions:
If you register but are unable to attend, another representative of your agency may attend in your place. Please email notice of substitutions to txpha@aol.com by May 10th.

Sessions/Meetings Location:

The Galveston Island Convention Center, 5600 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, Texas 77551

  • Located about an hour south of Houston and connected to the mainland by a causeway, Galveston is as easy to get to as an island can be. Some of the ways to travel to, from, or on the island include Uber or Lyft, shuttle, limousine, rental car or personal vehicle.Click HERE to learn more about transportation to the island.

Wireless Internet Access:  Complimentary throughout the Galveston Island Convention Center

Hotel Accommodations:

Hilton Galveston Island Resort

5400 Seawall Blvd

Galveston, Texas 77551

Room rates:       Single occupancy $107 (Plus applicable occupancy tax)

Double Occupancy $167 (Plus applicable occupancy tax)

Cut-off date:  April 28, 2024 (NOTE:   Room block at the Hilton may fill up prior to this date)

Check-In time is after 4:00 p.m.  Check-Out time is prior to 11:00 a.m.

To reserve at the Hilton Galveston Island Resort:  All guests may make their reservations by calling our Reservations Department directly 877-425-4753 (toll free) and you MUST identify yourself as being with the TPHA 2024 Annual Educational Conference

TO RESERVE AT THE HILTON GALVESTON ISLAND RESORT CLICK HERE:  HILTON GALVESTON ISLAND RESORT RESERVATIONS 

San Luis Resort

5222 Seawall Blvd

Galveston, TX 77551-4003

Room Rates:     Single Occupancy $179 (Plus applicable occupancy tax)

Double Occupancy $199 (Plus applicable occupancy tax)

To reserve at the San Luis Resort & Spa: All guests may make their reservations by calling our Reservations Department directly 800-392-5937 (toll free) and you MUST identify yourself as being with the TPHA 2024 Annual Educational Conference

Cut-off date:  April 28, 2024 (NOTE:   Room block may fill up prior to this date)

Check-In time is after 4:00 p.m.  Check-Out time is prior to 11:00 a.m.

TO RESERVE AT THE SAN LUIS RESORT CLICK HERE:  SAN LUIS RESORT RESERVATIONS

General Hotel Information:

Both hotels require a credit card on file as a guarantee.  The hotel accepts all major credit cards as a guarantee.  Guests may cancel individual reservations up to 72 hours prior to arrival without penalty to the individual.  Cancellations received outside of 72 hours of arrival will forfeit first night room and tax deposit.  All guests will be required to provide a credit card upon check-in.

Both Hotels will make the best effort to accommodate the requests for check-in prior to check-in time or late departures, based upon availability.  The bell desk can store luggage for early arrivals and/or for late departures.  For late check-out, a fee may apply depending on availability and length of extension.  Requests should be directed to the front desk on day of departure for availability. Check-In time is after 4:00 p.m.  Check-Out time is prior to 11:00 a.m.

Parking:

Hilton Galveston Island Resort Parking

  • Self- Parking $12.00 overnight; $10.00 short term; per vehicle per day (plus tax)
  • Valet $24.00 per vehicle per day, $12.00 per vehicle short term (plus tax)

San Luis Resort Parking

  • $15.00 Self-Parking per vehicle per night (plus tax)
  • $14.00 Special Event Valet Parking (plus tax)
  • $32.00 for overnight valet, per vehicle (plus tax)
  • $42.00 for covered overnight valet, per vehicle (plus tax)
  • $50.00 oversized valet (plus tax)
  • $16.00 short term valet, per vehicle (plus tax)

 

Exhibitor Registration Fees

  • Standard Exhibitor $1000 (Includes Exhibit, (1) staff attendance)
  • Silver Exhibitor $2000 (Includes Exhibit, (1) staff attendance, ½ page ad in conference program, company logo on TPHA website for one year)
  • Gold Exhibitor $3000 (Includes Exhibit, (1) staff attendance, full page ad in conference program, company logo on TPHA website for one year)
  • Platinum Exhibitor $5000 (Includes Exhibit, (2) staff attendance, full page ad in conference program, company logo on TPHA website for one year, ½ page ad in one issue of TPHA Journal)

All interested parties must submit an application to exhibit. Please note that submission does not guarantee acceptance. TPHA reserves the exclusive right to select vendors based on our criteria and event needs. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance status. Upon acceptance, the exhibitor is required to pay the designated fees either via check or electronic fund transfer (ACH) by no later than May15th. Please be aware that credit cards are NOT accepted for exhibitor fees. Exhibitors may cancel their registration before April 30th to receive a 50% refund of their registration fees. However, no refunds will be issued for cancellations made after April 30th.

To apply to exhibit go to:  https://www.texaspha.org/page/2024ExhibitorApplication

Sponsorship Opportunities

  • Pre-Conference                                        $1,500.00                    1 available SOLD
  • Grand Opening of Exhibits                     $2,000.00                    2 available
  • 100th Year Birthday Party                       $3,000.00                    3 available
  • Awards Banquet & Entertainment         $5,000.00                    6 available
  • Breaks                                                       $1,500.00                   4 available

STUDENT ANNUAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE STIPENDS
A limited number of stipends are available for students to use toward attending the Annual Education Conference.  To submit an application click here.

PHOTOGRAPHY DISCLOSURE

By submitting your registration, you are consenting to your photo being taken during the TPHA Conference and used for marketing and/or promotional purposes. 

 

 


Texas Public Health Association
PO Box 9610
Longview, Texas 75608

(903)309-3380 phone
txpha@aol.com