Executive Strategy Network
Fall 2012 Meeting Information

Using Social Media to Enable Transparency and Collaboration

At the fall 2012 ESN Meeting, we will explore ways that Best Companies use social media to promote transparency and collaboration within their organizations. At this day-and-a-half session hosted by NetApp in the heart of Silicon Valley, participants will:

• Learn best practices and trends among 2012 Best Companies in the area of social media, based on  Great Place to Work® research
• Learn and share internal and external social media practices with Best Companies peers to enhance transparency and collaboration
• Examine the business side of social media practice implementation (platforms, staffing, budget, infrastructure, etc.)
• Hear from NetApp CEO Tom Georgens and other leaders
• Build relationships with other Executive Strategy Network members
• Apply learning to real organization challenges

General Information

The Executive Strategy Network Meeting will be held at NetApp Headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA on November 7 and 8.

On Tuesday, November 6, members are invited to a welcome cocktail reception at the nearby Hyatt Regency, Santa Clara, where hotel rooms are also being held for participants.

On Wednesday, November 7, the ESN Dinner will be held at the Testarossa Winery in Los Gatos. 

Accommodations

Special room rates are being held at the Hyatt Regency until October 19, 2012.

The group rate is $249/night + tax (single/double) with complimentary Essential Guest Room Internet (normally $9.95/day).    Please reserve online at Great Place to Work ESN Hotel  to secure your discounted guest room.  For additional assistance you may call 888.421.1442

Hotel Location

Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
5101 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, California
Tel: 1 408 200 1234

Meeting Location

NetApp Headquarters
495 East Java Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Tel: 1 408 822 6000

Meeting Schedule

Transportation

A shuttle service between the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara, Net App, and the ESN Dinner will be provided for your convenience.  You may wish to use a taxi or shuttle to get to and from the airport rather than renting a car.    

Airport Transportation

San Jose Taxi Service: Taxis are stationed at the San Jose Airport for on-demand service. They are easily accessible from Terminal A and Terminal C.    Approximate cost for a taxi to or from the airport is $20.00 - $30.00

San Jose Airport Shuttles: Shuttles to the hotel can can be found waiting in one of two areas:

• Terminal A - In the Ground Transportation Center located south of the Terminal Garage
• Terminal C - Outside, same side of street, just south of baggage claim

Airport Shuttle Cost: Approximate cost for one-way trip to or from the San Jose Airport is $16.00 - $21.00 per person.

Driving directions to the Hyatt Regency, Santa Clara, California

From Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport SJC (approximately 5 miles):

Turn left onto Airport Boulevard, and then turn left again onto Guadalupe Parkway. Follow the signs to Highway 101 North. Guadalupe Parkway will put you onto Highway 101 North. Take Great America Parkway and turn right.

From San Francisco International Airport SJC (approximately 30 miles):

Take Highway 101 South to Great America Parkway and turn left. Hyatt Regency Santa Clara is located on the right at the corner of Tasman and Great America Parkway.

Hotel parking:  The hotel has ample, complimentary self parking.  Valet parking available for $20.00 per day.

Meals

All meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner/wine tasting will be provided.

If you have food allergies or dietary requirements, please be sure to indicate your preferences on the RSVP form, or contact Jessica Rohman  at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Attire

Dress is business casual. In the event of a chilly conference room and for the ESN Dinner (held outdoors weather permitting), you may wish to have a jacket or sweater.

Registration for this event is limited to Executive Strategy Network members.

To register for this event, or learn more about the Executive Strategy Network, please contact Jessica Rohman at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  or 415-503-1234 x315.