Conference Details
Welcome Friends!
Big 10 & Friends Utility Conference is just around the corner.
We are excited to welcome you next week!
Welcome Reception! Sunday, May 18
Enjoy food, drinks, and great networking as we kick off the event together. Don’t miss it!
Date: Sunday, May 18
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: Hotel Celare, 310 Straight Street, Cincinnati OH 45219
Conference Begins - Monday, May 19
Date: Monday, May 19
Registration Opens: 8:00 a.m.
Pick up your name badge and participant materials.
Then grab some breakfast and explore the Exhibit Hall from 8:00–9:00 AM!
Location: Tangeman University Center - 4th floor
Download the Big 10 & Friends Guidebook App
We strongly encourage you to download the Guidebook app for the latest event updates, maps, session schedules, and more.
To download:
Search for "Guidebook" in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Once installed, search for the guide titled “Big 10 Utility”
OR
Visit: from your mobile browser.
The app is updated regularly, so check back often!
If you're staying at Hotel Celare, golf shuttle service will be available between the hotel and Tangeman University Center (TUC).
Tangeman University Center is within walking distance (~5 mins). Follow the outdoor Big 10 & Friends ground decals to help guide you to the venue. Further transportation details and schedules can be found in the Guidebook app.
Hotel Parking
Hotel Celare (Valet): $35 per day
On-Campus Parking
CCM Garage: $10 per day
CCM Garage is the most convenient parking option for Tangeman University Center (TUC). Once inside the garage, use the UC MainStreet entrance available on every level, and follow the 'Big 10 & Friends' signs to TUC.
For reference, a sign is posted at the MainStreet entrance on entry level—use the entrance in that same location on any level.
Please use the following address if parking on campus:
CCM Garage
CCM Blvd
Cincinnati, OH 45219
Latitude: 39.129894 | Longitude: -84.516852
Follow the outdoor Big 10 & Friends ground decals to help guide you to the venue.
Join the Fun: QR Code Scavenger Hunt!
As part of our efforts to create a fun and interactive experience for attendees, we’re excited to host a QR Code Scavenger Hunt during the event — and your participation is key!
Here’s how it works:
Attendees will search for 16 uniquely colored QR codes placed throughout the exhibit tables. Each exhibitor will have a table tent displaying one of these special QR codes.
What You Need to Do:
Engage with the exhibitors, find and scan all 16 uniquely colored QR codes, and you'll be entered to win a prize!
Each time an attendee scans a QR code using the Conference App, their game progress is automatically updated — bringing them one step closer to completing the puzzle and claiming their reward.
Floor Plan & Booth Locations
