National Conference of State Liquor Administrators
When:
Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 1:00 pm
      -to-
Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at 11:59 pm
 
Where:
Chateau on the Lake Resort
415 North State Highway 265
Branson, MO 65616
 
NCSLA - Central/Western Regional Conference
 
Take a tour of Chateau on the Lake Resort.
 

Conference Room Rate*:

Group Rate: $169/night plus taxes and fees for single/double occupancy.
Government Rate: $96/night plus taxes and fees for single/double occupancy. Must have valid government ID at check-in.

*Rates available 3 days before and after the conference, subject to hotel availability. Resort fee waived (savings of $25/night plus taxes)!

Group Reservation Websites – make your hotel reservation online!

Associate members & Invitees: Group Reservations

Government members: Government Per Diem Reservations

Last day to book group rate is Saturday, September 23, 2023.

1-888-333-5253 (Toll Free Reservations)

Public Transportation:

Airline Travel
Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) is located approximately 60 miles from Chateau on the Lake Resort and is serviced by major airlines. Please visit the website for more information.

Airport Transportation
Rideshare and car rental are available for travel to and from the airport.

 
Avis
Choose AVIS rental car for 5%-10% discount.
Call 1 (800) 331-1600 or reserve online.
Provide AWD # J760733 for group discount.*
 
*The AWD discount is effective 7 days prior/after the event.

Driving Directions

Hotel Parking Rates*:
Valet – $25 per day plus taxes
Covered Garage Self-Parking - $15 per day plus taxes
Public Self-Parking – Complimentary

*rates are subject to change

Questions? Contact:

Conference Hosts:
Christin Templeton at 573-522-0022 or christin.templeton@dps.mo.gov
 
Brandi Steele at 573-751-4092 or brandi.steele@dps.mo.gov

Conference Planner:
Erin Dillard at 202-717-2150 or erin.dillard@conferencedirect.com

NCSLA 2023 CENTRAL/WESTERN REGIONAL CONFERENCE
Branson, Missouri

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Conference Information

Come join us in Branson, Missouri, the “Live Entertainment Capital of the World.” Branson is home to more than 50 theater venues and has more theater seats than Broadway in New York City. Branson is located on the shore of Lake Taneycomo and is also close to Table Rock Lake and Bull Shoals Lake. Whether you’re interested in history, food, music, or outdoor activities, there’s something in Missouri that will suit your interests. Don’t miss out on this chance to see the Live Entertainment Capital of the World – reserve your spot today!

Business Meeting

The Missouri Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Control welcomes you to Branson and is pleased to be this year’s conference host. The 2023 Central/Western Regional conference theme is Show Me the Way” and the program will cover a number of current topics that regulators and industry encounter.

Featured panel presentations will include Cross Tier Privileges, If I Ruled the (Regulator) World, What the Tech, State Systems Automation, Contract Brewing and Alternating Proprietorships, and Can Compliance and Business Objectives Co-Exist. We know that the conference wouldn’t’ be complete if we didn’t hear about State House Litigation and the 2023 Legislative Recap.

To view the business agenda and list of alcohol beverage experts serving as presenters, just click on the links below.

Business Agenda | Presenter Biographies

Social Activities

Naturally, we will be engaging in the usual and customary activities that are bell weathered traditions of the NCSLA. Join us Sunday night for the conference welcome reception from 6:00-8:00 pm. The hospitality suite is a great opportunity for networking and will be open each night during the conference. Monday evening is a free night to allow guests to explore the area. Shuttles will be running to and from the Branson Landing where a variety of dining, shopping and entertainment activities are located. On Tuesday night attendees will enjoy the President’s Dinner while getting to experience Dolly Parton’s Stampede.

Registration Information

Early conference registration ends Monday, September 25th so don’t delay! The registration fee increases on September 26th. You have the option of paying by credit card or check. The registration fees are outlined below.

Registration Fees:

  • Government Member = $550 ($600 after September 25th)
    STATE TRAVEL BAN or FINANCIAL HARDSHIP? Contact Pam Frantz for details about the new NCSLA Conference Subsidy Program.
  • Associate Member = $775 ($850 after September 25th)
  • Non-member Associate (one time dues waiver) = $975
  • Invitee of NCSLA President or Conference Host = $775 ($850 after September 25th)
  • NCSLA Past President = Fee Waived (NCSLA Bylaws Article I, Section 2)
  • NCSLA Past President Spouse = Fee Waived
  • Spouse/Guest (Social Events Only) = $450 ($500 after September 25th)
  • Spouse/Guest (Tuesday President’s Banquet Only) = $200 ($250 after September 25th)
  • Guest 3 – 20 Years Old (Social Events Only) = $200 ($250 after September 25th)
  • Guest 2 Years Old and Under = Fee Waived

If you are paying by check* please make it payable and mail to "National Conference of State Liquor Administrators, 543 Long Hill Road, Gurnee, IL 60031" along with a copy of your registration.

*Please note that payment by check is not available after October 6, 2023.*

CANCELLATION POLICY: All cancellations are subject to a $200.00 deduction per person. Due to contractual commitments there will be NO REFUNDS AFTER OCTOBER 6, 2023. NCSLA Federal Tax ID Number: 52-6043243.

ATTIRE: Attire for all scheduled business and social functions is business casual. The average high/low temperatures in Branson are 72° / 44° F so be sure to pack for cool, fall weather!

SPECIAL NEEDS: Individuals with disabilities or special dietary requirements who need specific accommodations should email Conference Planner, Erin Dillard at erin.dillard@conferencedirect.com to make arrangements. Requests should be made no later than Friday, October 6, 2023 to allow sufficient time for us to meet your needs.

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION: The cost of one (1) 6 ft. skirted table for two (2) consecutive conference days is $500 per table. If you would like to purchase exhibit space please complete the Exhibitor section on the registration form. Exhibitor is responsible for all charges and making arrangements with the hotel. Once exhibitor has registered and paid the fee, Erin Dillard will provide additional exhibitor information.

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Name Organization Title
Bruce Bailey Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Commissioner
Debbi Beavers Kansas Alcoholic Beverage Control Division - Department of Revenue Director
Matthew D. Botting California Alcoholic Beverage Control General Counsel
Kristen Cole Missouri Alcohol and Tobacco Control Administrative Services
Lara Cunningham South Dakota Department of Revenue Senior Revenue Agent
Mark W. Davis Jr. Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Fiscal Compliance Analyst
Ann DeGarmo Wisconsin Department of Revenue Excise Tax Specialist
Randy Eichacker South Dakota Department of Revenue Revenue Supervisor
Amanda Filipek North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner Supervisor, Wholesale & Oil Taxes
Chantel Fletchall Kansas Alcoholic Beverage Control Licensing - Brand Registration
Lisa Gardner Illinois Liquor Control Commission Executive Director
Travis G. Hill Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority Chief Executive Officer
Harry A. Hoch, Jr. Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Commissioner
Stephen Horgan North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner Compliance Officer
Martha Jenkins District of Columbia Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board General Counsel
Ben Kweskin Missouri Alcohol and Tobacco Control General Counsel
Michael Leara Missouri Alcohol and Tobacco Control State Supervisor
Kim Lowe Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Commissioner
William Lukela Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board Agency Director
Brad McDowell Missouri Alcohol and Tobacco Control Deputy Chief of Enforcement
Nicola Reid WA State Liquor and Cannabis Board Senior Regulations and Compliance Manager
Hobert Rupe Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Executive Director
Audra Shughart Kansas Alcoholic Beverage Control Licensing Manager
Becky Smith WA State Liquor and Cannabis Board Director of Licensing & Regulation
Erik Smoot Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement (ABLE) Commission Captain
Brandi Steele Missouri Department of Public Safety - Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Control Executive Assistant to State Supervisor
Michelle Stone-Principato Colorado Department of Revenue - Liquor Enforcement Division Director
Christin Templeton Missouri Alcohol and Tobacco Control Chief of Enforcement
Risa Williams Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control Investigations Sergeant
Joan Wilson Alaska Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office Director
Jeremy Wissing Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board Captain
Ken Yoho Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Assistant Attorney General
Karthik Agarwal Gov2biz Inc CEO
Alexander Alpert Buchman Law Firm, LLP Assoc. Attorney
Michael Arton Blue Cloud Distribution, Inc. Legal Director
Tony Barnes Mahou USA Chief Corporate Counsel, Mahou USA
Shauna Barnes Barnes Beverage Group Founding Partner
Brad Bates Missouri Beer Wholesalers Association Executive Director
Tyler Blackney Amazon Services LLC Manager, Public Policy - Alcohol
Cory Bomgaars Missouri Vintner's Association President
Carrie Bonnington Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman Partner
Andrew Brady Gov2biz Inc Sr. Account Executive
Meredith Brown IJW Whiskey Company, LLC Corporate Counsel
Lynna Card Sierra Nevada Brewing Company Regulatory & Compliance Specialist
Dimitrios Christopoulos Christopoulos Law Group, LLC Principal
Christopher Coleman Associated Beer Distributors of Illinois Vice President of Government Relations
Jonathan Crumly Decisions Consulting LLC Chief Operating Officer
Karen Dorton Brydon, Swearengen & England, P.C. Associate
Kevin Dorton Brydon, Swearengen & England, P.C.
R.E. Tuck Duncan Duncan Law Firm Attorney
Susan Evans GrayRobinson, P.A. Consultant
Jaci Flug Greenspoon Marder LLP Partner
Melissa Franklin COOP Ale Works Regulatory Specialist
Pamela Frantz NCSLA Executive Director
Emily Gant Foster Garvey PC Principal
Ashley Googer Decisions Consulting LLC Manager
Steve Gross Wine Institute Vice President, State Relations
John Harris GrayRobinson, P.A. Government Consultant
Katie Hatfield E. & J. Gallo Winery Manager Corporate Compliance
Jake Hegeman Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America, Inc. SVP, Legal & Regulatory, General Counsel
Bahaneh Hobel Dickenson, Peatman & Fogarty Partner and Head of Alcohol Beverage Law and Compliance
Todd Hobson Gov2biz Inc
Bob Hunt MolsonCoors Director, Regional Government Affairs
Sally Jefferson Wine Institute Director, Western States
Anne M. Junia Powell Junia P.C. Partner
Ken Kast DoorDash, Inc. Counsel, Product & Regulatory
Elizabeth Kruis HOB Entertainment, LLC SVP Legal Affairs
Geralyn Lasher Wine Institute Director, Great Lakes States
Randy Liebowitz Blue Cloud Distribution, Inc. Chief Legal Officer
John Matthews eStrategy solutions, Inc. President/CEO
Stephanie Meier Amazon Services LLC Sr. Corporate Counsel, Alcohol
Laura Miller Uber Eats Director of Public Policy & Communications
Kevin Myers The Greentree Group Senior Consultant
Robert Myers Associated Beer Distributors of Illinois President
Bentley Nettles GrayRobinson, P.A. Consultant
Sean OLeary O'Leary Law and Policy Group, LLC President
Jason Overturf The Greentree Group Senior Consultant
Robert Pagano Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits VP, Government Affairs-Missouri
Dustin Pickens Federal Express Corporation Lead Counsel - Regulatory Affairs, FedEx Ground
Paul E. Pisano National Beer Wholesalers Association Sr. Vice President Industry Affairs & General Counsel
Mary Rait Barnes Beverage Group Director of Compliance
Stephen Rehagen Brydon, Swearengen & England, P.C. Attorney at Law
Kelly Roberson Center for Alcohol Policy Executive Director
Tyler Rudd Wine Institute Central States Counsel
Kara Ruecker Amazon Services LLC Public Policy, Alcohol
Peggy Schler Brydon, Swearengen & England, P.C.
Mike Schler Brydon, Swearengen & England, P.C. Consultant
James Skloda Casey's General Stores, Inc. Assistant General Counsel
Charles Smarr Brydon, Swearengen & England P.C. Attorney
Teresa Smarr Brydon, Swearengen & England, P.C.
Adam Smith Distilled Spirits Council Of The United States (DISCUS) Vice President, Government Relations
Alan R. Steen Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits VP, Government Affairs
Wendy Turk Fintech Vice President, Regulatory Affairs
Lynn Walding Diageo North America Executive Director, Control States
Shawn Walker Winebow Compliance Director
Laura Wentling Ready Training Online Government Affairs Manager
Tracy Wilson Barnes Beverage Group Compliance Specialist
 
 

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