Annual Meeting Information
Travel Information
Recharge in the middle of bustling downtown at The Westin Chattanooga. We put you in walking distance of local restaurants, the Tivoli Theatre and family attractions like the Tennessee Aquarium and Creative Discovery Museum. Shop the boutique stores of nearby West Village or Warehouse Row. Take in the breathtaking TN scenery when you ride the Incline Railway up Lookout Mountain or walk along the 13-mile Tennessee Riverwalk. It's no wonder why Chattanooga has been voted the #1 city in the US for outdoor adventures. After a day hiking or seeing the sights, sample Southern cuisine at Alimentari or visit our rooftop restaurant and bar, Paloma, for an extensive list of specialty drinks. Afterward, retire to a spacious hotel room or suite with a Heavenly® Bed and Bath. All rooms include large windows with views of the mountains or downtown. Nourish your well-being at Westin.
Address/Parking
Westin Chattanooga
801 Pine Street, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Phone: (423) 531-4653
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Parking Options:
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Valet Parking at the Hotel: $30/day
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Public Parking: A public lot is located across the street from the hotel.
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Street Parking: Available on surrounding streets; free after 6:00 PM and on Sundays.​​
Chattanooga Airport
With non-stop flights to New York, Denver, Las Vegas, Dallas, Washington DC, Houston, Orlando, Chicago, Miami, and other major destinations hubs, Chattanooga Airport is the easiest place to depart to visit the rest of the world. Fly CHA, the better way to get there. For complete airport details, www.flycha.com
Climate/What to Wear
September in Chattanooga is warm, humid, and marks the transition from summer to fall, with pleasant days and cooler nights. Average high temperatures drop from 87°F to 78°F, with lows typically between 58°F and 68°F.
The Annual Meeting attire is business casual.
Annual Meeting Social Events
Student/Professional Networking Reception
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
5:15-6:15pm
Be sure to attend the Student/Professional Networking Reception . This fun and relaxed event is the perfect place for you to make new friends and meet future employers/employees! You don't want to miss it! Be sure to sign up on your registration form.
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Young at Heart Student and Young Professional Event - Craft Drink Tasting and Game Night
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
8:00-10:00pm
(Included with full and student registrations. $50 for all other attendees)
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This social event is a great way to start your week in Chattanooga. ​Make or Mingle with your friends in environmental and engineering geology while you enjoy free appetizers and a free drink ticket. Located at the hotel, this event is an excellent opportunity to build connections with peers, mentors, senior fellows, and potential employers. We encourage students and young professionals to join the event and welcome experienced professionals who are “young at heart!” (Included with full and student registrations. $50 for all other attendees)
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Workforce Development and Support Committee Luncheon
Thursday, September 17, 2026
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
$50/person
This networking event offers an open forum for discussion and mutual education, focused on encouraging everyone to develop their unique strengths and embrace their peers for everything that makes them themselves. Everyone is welcome!
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Annual Banquet
Thursday, September 17, 2026
7:00-9:30pm/ $100/person
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This is a well-attended, high-profile event at which the Association’s major awards are given. Join us for a gourmet dinner, fine wine, and a chance to visit with friends—both old and new. Semi-formal attire is recommended, though not required. New this year: Enjoy a local bluegrass band during the social/networking hour prior to the awards ceremony.
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AEG Corporate Business Meeting and Closing Session
Friday, September 18, 2026
3:00–5:00pm
Free with all registration types. The Awards Ceremony and Corporate Business Meeting is a time for Association officers to report on the year's accomplishments and goals for the upcoming year; witness the installation of new officers; and the presentation of some of the Association awards. Enjoy the President Hosted Beer and Wine Closing Reception following the session.
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