At the beginning of 2016, EEI rolled out a new version of the Online Event Registration.  If you are experiencing issues, they should be resolved with a refresh of the browser page(s) (Ctrl + F5).  Once you do this, you should see the Documents tab on the left of the meeting page as well as the Register Now icon.

We apologize for this inconvenience.

Hotel Information

Hyatt Regency New Orleans

601 Loyola Avenue

New Orleans, LA  70113

Hotel Online Registration Link:

Group Rate:  $229 /night; ask for the EEI Group Rate

Cut-off Date:   March 18, 2016

Hotel Website:  http://neworleans.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home.html

Dress for the conference is Business Casual.

We are accepting requests for Sponsorship for the Conference.  Sponsorships available include the following:

·       Welcome Reception

·       Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Breakfast

·       Monday and Tuesday Lunch

·       Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Morning Breaks

·       Monday and Tuesday Afternoon Breaks

·       Spouses Event

·       Meeting APP

·       WiFi Sponsorship

·       Meeting Bags

·       Room Key Cards

We are now accepting Exhibitor applications.

Sunday, April 10, 2016

3:00–5:30 PM – Storyville

Exhibit Set-up

(All exhibits will include a draped and skirted

6’ table and two chairs.  You are responsible for your

company signage.) 

5:30 PM–8:00 PM – Storyville

Exhibit & Opening Reception

Monday, April 11, 2016

6:30–8:00 AM – Storyville

Monday Breakfast and Exhibit

9:30–10:00 AM – Storyville

Monday AM Break and Exhibit

2:30–3:00 PM – Storyville

Monday PM Break and Exhibit

Tuesday, April 12, 2016

6:30–8:00 AM – Storyville

Tuesday Breakfast and Exhibit

9:30–10:00 AM – Storyville

Tuesday AM Break and Exhibit

11:30–1:00 PM – Storyville

Tuesday Lunch and Exhibit

2:30–3:00 PM – Storyville

Tuesday PM Break and Exhibit

3:00–5:00 PM – Storyville

Exhibit Breakdown

Early Registration Fees (register on or before March 18, 2016)

·       $650 – EEI Member Utility or Associate

·       $800 – Non-Member Utility or Consultant

Late Registration Fees (register on or after March 19, 2016)

·       $750 – EE Member Utility or Associate

·       $900 – Non-Member Utility or Consultant

All cancellations must be received in writing to Judy Mastin via email at jmastin@eei.org.  Cancellations cannot be accepted over the phone.  No-shows are responsible for the full conference registration fee.

If you cancel on or before March 18, 2016, a refund, minus a $150 processing fee will be made.  If you cancel on or after March 19, 2016, the registration fee is non-refundable.

All refunds will be processed after the conference.

Substitutions are welcome at any time.  All substitutions much be received via email at jmastin@eei.org.

From Louis Armstrong International Airport to Hotel

·       Take I-10 East to downtown. 

·       Stay in the right lane. 

·       Exit at #234-B (Poydras/Superdome).  

·       Exit on left to Poydras Street.  Proceed on Poydras Street. 

·       Take right onto Loyola Avenue. 

·       Hotel is on the right. (Approximately 12 miles)

Airport Transportation

Cab transportation is available both within the city and to and from the airport.

Getting Around the Big Easy

Guests will enjoy chauffeured car transportation and taxi services when staying at Hyatt Regency New Orleans. For city-wide access, numerous streetcar lines, including the Loyola Avenue Streetcar pass right in front the hotel.

Numerous streetcar lines, including the Loyola Avenue Streetcar which passes directly in front the hotel, can take travelers on a scenic tour of New Orleans’ most famed attractions including the famed French Quarter, Bourbon Street and Garden District. Streetcar fare is $1.25 each way and Jazzy Passes for unlimited rides are $3 per day. For more information about New Orleans transportation options including New Orleans streetcar access and limousine service, please contact concierge. .

For your convenience, Hyatt Regency New Orleans offers premium valet services.

Short-Term Hourly Valet Rates

0-1 Hour          $10

1-2 Hours        $15

2-4 Hours        $22

4-10 Hours      $30

10+ Hours       $40

Overnight Valet Rates

Standard Overnight Parking        $40 + tax

Oversized Vehicles                      $48 + tax

Fuel Economy Vehicles                $30 +tax

In addition to the hotel’s valet, there are also a number of nearby parking lots (fees apply), including the 1301 Girod Parking Garage that connects directly to the hotel.

1301 Girod Parking Garage

0-1 hr                                       $4

1-2 hr                                       $6

2-3 hr                                       $8

3-9 hr                                       $12

9-12 hr                                     $20

12-24 hr                                   $25

Lost ticket                                $100