APC Spring Conference March 9-11, 2011 The Madison 1177 15th Street, NW Washington DC 20005 Phone:  (202) 862-1600 Fax:  (202) 785-1255 www.loewshotels.com/madison The American Peanut Council holds its Spring Conference annually in March.  The conference includes meetings of the APC Board of Directors, the APC Export Division Board and the Peanut Foundation.  Researchers present short summaries of their projects funded by The Peanut Foundation during the past year.  At the Issues Management General Session and APC Member Luncheon, speakers address current industry issues. APC members are invited to register and attend.  If you would like to hold a meeting during the Spring Conference, please contact Cindy Stickles at cstickles@peanutsusa.com or (703) 838-9500. This year's APC Spring Conference will be held at the Madison, a Loews Hotel.  The Madison puts you in a landmark location, in the heart of downtown Washington, DC, within walking distance to the White House, Embassy Row, Dupont Circle, museums, Capitol Hill and the National Mall monuments.   SPECIAL NOTE:      A sign language interpreter, braille transcripts or other special assistance can be provided upon request.  Please contact Cindy Stickles at cstickles@peanutsusa.com or (703) 838-9500 if you require such services.  If you have special dietary needs or concerns, please contac Cindy Stickles at cstickles@peantususa.com or (703) 838-9500. According to USDA Guidelines, this meeting does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation or marital or family status.  Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information should contact the APC. Note:  Registration is only open to APC members.  Please also note:  Refunds for registration cannot be processed less than 10 business days prior to the meeting due to guarantee requirements by the hotel.  Thank you for your cooperation.