Itinerary | The Annual Incentive Invitational | The Incentive Research Foundation

Please note: The Invitational schedule is subject to change. Please check back for any updates.

Tuesday, may 29
TIME	Event	Location
All Day	Attendee Arrivals Sponsored by Amstar DMC Airport Transfers provided from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun	Cancun, Mexico
10:00AM - 7:00PM	Invitational Registration Desk & Check-In After checking into the hotel, head to Event Registration to get your name badges and program materials!	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Ballroom Foyer
10:00AM - 7:00PM	Gifting & Technology Suite Open Receive luxury gifts from our merchandise partners, visit with our technology partners to learn how to use our mobile apps, and stop by the Digital Blue photo booth.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Crystal Ballroom
10:00AM - 7:00PM	IRF Hospitality Suite Sponsored by Banff Lake Louise, Business Events Canada, Hotels of Switzerland, Rocky Mountaineer & Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau Lounge area for all attendees with snacks, drinks, and a preview of all Silent Auction items.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Crystal Ballroom
12:00PM - 5:00PM	Build-a-Piñata Sponsored by Impact 4 Good & Liberty International Help us give back to people in need by building a piñata that will be donated to La Jungla, an under-served community on the outskirts of Cancun who use piñatas as a source of income.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Ballroom 6
6:00PM - 7:30PM	VIP Welcome Reception (by invitation only) Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, Amstar DMC, Encore Technologies & Zuniga Reception for all hosted buyers and Top-Level Sponsors. NOTE: This function is for buyers and sponsors only. Guests are not invited to attend this function.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Sun Terrace
7:30PM - 10:00PM	“Welcome to Mexico” Reception Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, Amstar DMC, Encore Technologies & Zuniga Reception for all Invitational attendees.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Starlight Terrace
10:00PM - 12:00AM	IRF Late Night Lounge Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, Amstar DMC, Encore Technologies & Zuniga Enjoy a late-night drink and network with fellow IRF attendees.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Sun Terrace

wednesday, may 30
time	EVENT	LOCATION
All Day	Cancun Destination Experiences Sponsored by Amstar DMC Activity Options for Non-Golfers – see Activities webpage for detailed descriptions by clicking here.	Cancun, Mexico
6:00AM – 12:00PM	IRF Invitational Registration Desk Stop by in the morning to pick up your name badges and program materials here, as well as ask any questions you may have for the IRF Staff.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Ballroom Foyer
6:00AM – 7:00AM	Grab n’ Go Golfers Breakfast Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Early-morning meal for anyone participating in Golf Tournament.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Ballroom Foyer
6:15AM	Depart for IRF Golf Tournament: GOLF SPONSORS Sponsored by Amstar DMC	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Groups Lobby
7:00AM	Depart for IRF Golf Tournament: GOLFERS Sponsored by Amstar DMC	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Groups Lobby
7:00AM – 10:00AM	Non-Golfers Breakfast Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Breakfast for anyone staying at the Resort or participating in non-golfer activities.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Ballroom 1 & 2
8:00AM – 3:00PM	25^th Annual Education Invitational IRF Golf Tournament & Awards Ceremony Sponsored by Hyatt Resort Alliance & Two Roads Hospitality 18-Hole Straight Scramble Tournament, followed by Awards Ceremony & Reception; Lunch will be provided on the course.	Moon Palace Spa & Golf Club Jungle & Lakes Courses
12:00PM – 2:00PM	Non-Golfers Lunch Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Lunch for attendees staying at the resort.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Ballroom 1 & 2
5:30PM - 7:30PM	“A Silver Celebration” Evening Reception Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, Amstar DMC, Encore Technologies & Zuniga Reception to celebrate the 25^th anniversary of the Invitational. ATTIRE: All guests are encouraged to dress in shades of silver and/or wear silver accessories.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun
7:00PM - 9:30PM	IRF Hosted Dinners/Experiences Sponsors will be hosting private dinners, and the IRF will be coordinating shared dinners at this time Hosted buyers: You will be contacted by either your sponsor host of the IRF with more details.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun
9:00PM - 12:00AM	IRF Late Night Lounge Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, Amstar DMC, Encore Technologies & Zuniga Enjoy a late-night drink and network with fellow IRF attendees.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Sun Terrace

thursday, may 31
time	EVENT	LOCATION
7:00AM - 3:00PM	IRF Information Desk Stop by to ask any questions you may have for the IRF Staff. The Info Desk will be located at the Theater during general sessions, and outside the Grand Ballroom during breakout sessions and lunch.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Theater/Grand Ballroom Foyer
7:00AM - 8:00AM	IRF Education Day Breakfast Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Sun Terrace
8:00AM - 11:15AM	IRF Education Day: "Building A Grand-New Future" Sponsored by Hyatt Resort Alliance, KSL Resorts, Kuoni DMC, Lafayette Group DMC & Speak Inc. CMP-certified Continuing Education 8:00AM - 9:45AM - Opening Remarks and Morning Keynote 9:45AM - 10:15AM - Morning Coffee Break 10:15AM - 11:15AM - Morning Breakout Sessions	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Theater Grand Ballroom Foyer Auditorium/Grand Ballroom 1,2 & 3
11:15AM – 12:30PM	IRF Education Day Lunch Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Ballroom 5, 6, 7 & 8
12:30PM – 3:00PM	IRF Education Day (Cont.) Sponsored by Hyatt Resort Alliance, KSL Resorts, Kuoni DMC, Lafayette Group DMC & Speak Inc. CMP-certified Continuing Education 12:30PM -1:30PM - Afternoon Breakout Sessions 1:30PM – 1:45PM - Afternoon Coffee Break 1:45PM – 3:00PM - Afternoon Keynote and Closing Toast	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Auditorium/Grand Ballroom 1,2 & 3 Grand Ballroom Foyer Grand Theater
4:00PM	Depart for Live Auction: HIGH ROLLERS Sponsored by Amstar DMC	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Groups Lobby
4:30PM – 5:30PM	High Rollers Reception (by invitation only) Sponsored by Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort, Amstar DMC & JSAV	Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa Showstoppers Theater
5:00PM	Depart for Live Auction: ALL ATTENDEES Sponsored by Amstar DMC	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Groups Lobby
5:30PM - 9:00PM	IRF Auction Information Desk Stop by the information desk to ask questions about the auction app or confirm your mailing address upon winning an item.	Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa Ballroom Foyer
6:00PM - 8:00PM	IRF “Around the World” Live Auction Sponsored by Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort, Amstar DMC & JSAV	Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa Live Big Breathe Deep
8:00PM - 10:00PM	IRF Post-Auction Dinner Sponsored by Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort, Amstar DMC & JSAV	Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa Beach
10:00PM - 12:00AM	IRF Late Night Lounge No exclusive IRF lounge on this night, but the Lobby Bar will serve as a late-night gathering point for all Invitational attendees.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Lobby Bar

friday, june 1
time	EVENT	LOCATION
7:00AM – 10:00AM	Breakfast on Own	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun
9:00AM – 10:00AM	Sponsor Town Hall & Breakfast Sponsors at all levels are invited to join us for a chance to provide event feedback. Breakfast will be provided.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Unique Day Club Swimming Pool
10:00AM – 4:00PM	Cabana Day Check-In IRF Staff will be stationed at the two main entrances to the pool to check you in for Cabana Day and answer any questions you may have.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Unique Day Club Swimming Pool
10:00AM – 4:00PM	IRF 3^rd Annual Cabana Day Sponsoted by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, Encore Technologies & Zuniga ATTIRE: Comfortable beachwear	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Unique Day Club Swimming Pool
12:00PM – 2:00PM	IRF Cabana Day Lunch Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Unique Day Club Swimming Pool
5:00PM – 10:00PM	IRF Auction Information Desk Stop by the information desk to ask questions about the auction app or confirm your mailing address upon winning an item.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Crystal Ballroom Foyer
5:30PM – 7:00PM	IRF Silent Auction Reception Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, Amstar DMC, Encore Technologies & Zuniga Silent Auction bidding to close promptly at 7:00pm.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Crystal Ballroom & Foyer
7:00PM – 10:00PM	IRF “Mayan Nights” Closing Dinner Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, Amstar DMC, Encore Technologies & Zuniga	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Ballroom 5, 6, 7 & 8
10:00PM – 12:00AM	IRF Late Night Lounge Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun, Amstar DMC, Encore Technologies & Zuniga Enjoy one last late-night drink and network with fellow IRF attendees.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Crystal Ballroom

saturday, June 2
	EVENT	LOCATION
All Day	Attendee Departures Sponsored by Amstar DMC Airport transfers provided to Cancun International Airport (CUN) from The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Note: Departures to take place from Groups Lobby	Cancun, Mexico
6:00AM - 8:00AM	Early Bird Grab N' Go Breakfast Sponsored by The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Coffee and a quick bite for those with early morning flights.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Grand Ballroom Foyer
8:00AM - 12:00PM	Breakfast/Brunch on Own	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun
8:00AM - 12:00PM	IRF Information Desk Stop by the information desk to ask questions or confirm your departure transportation arrangements.	The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun Groups Lobby

The Grand at Moon Palace Cancun