The Institute Conference Center staff aims to make your event as streamlined as possible. As a team, they combine over 70 years of experience in event planning, catering and accommodations. They are highly trained and ready to provide friendly and personalized attention to each and every client. With utmost professionalism and care, they offer event management and planning, advanced technological services, and marketing and promotional support. With every event, excellence is their goal. Discover the in-house services they offer clients.

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Vice President, Institute Conference Center & Operations

Leslie Dobbins

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Office: 434.766.6722
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How We Can Serve You

Amenities and services are far reaching at the Institute Conference Center so as to offer clients all the resources and expert counsel needed to produce a successful event or meeting. These include:

Business Center

The Business Center features a layout which consists of a desk work space and a small meeting area for open, impromptu discussions or phone calls that may require a more quiet environment. This space will be especially convenient for IALR conference goers and other event attendees needing somewhere to review email, check voicemail and conduct other modes of business. A complimentary printer and copier are available for low-volume needs.

The Business Center will be open during normal business hours, Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The space is complimentary and reservations are not required.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

In support of clean energy solutions, IALR proudly offers complimentary electric vehicle charging stations to travelers and guests at two campus locations. Click the link below for details on stations located at both our main facility (150 Slayton Ave.) and at the Charles R. Hawkins Building (230 Slayton Ave.).

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Event Planning & Management

When it comes to event planning and management, the Conference Center team takes the pressure off the client and helps create an event that invokes pride. For those unsure of the exact requirements of their event, experienced staff will offer expert counsel throughout the decision-making process—from technology and meeting space to food and more. Additionally, the team offers a list of suggested area hotels, restaurants and activities to make gatherings as enjoyable as possible.

Click here for an Area Guide to overnight accommodations, transportation and dining options, and attractions.

IT Support

The Institute Conference Center’s IT support staff has assisted thousands of customers with their IT needs. The team prides itself in having not only the right audio, video and computer gear for your event, but also the dedicated IT specialists who will be on-site for consultation to make it simple to use and stress-free.

A Sample of Our Services:

  • Event recording
  • Online streaming
  • Teleconferencing
  • Video conferencing
Marketing & Promotion

The Conference Center team also provides clients assistance with the marking and promotion of their events. From a listing on IALR’s online public events calendar to an event-day feature on the Atrium digital screen monitor, our staff stands ready to help you maximize your exposure.

Are you ready to experience service excellence?