Information for Attendees Only

Conference Venue and Hotel

Omni Amelia Island Resort
39 Beach Lagoon Road
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

To receive the special conference room rate, you must register FMC Conference Attendee Hotel Reservation or reach the Omni reservations team by dialing (888) 261-6161 by 5 p.m. April 16, 2026.

Attire

Sunday evening's reception will be held inside, but there will be the opportunity to go outside. The weather should be warm. Reception attire is resort/smart casual, and comfortable shoes are recommended. The remainder of the conference will be business/business casual attire. The conference center tends to be cold. We recommend that attendees bring/plan for "layers" given the heat outside and the air conditioning inside.

Weather

Average temperatures this time of year range from lows in the mid-70s to highs in the upper 80s. Humidity is moderate. For more information, go to weather.com.

Registrations

Please RSVP for Evening Functions

Please return to your registration link before the cut-off date of May 8 to make sure you have RSVPed for the evening dinner functions.

Bringing a Guest to Evening Functions?

Registered attendees may bring a guest to the evening functions and dinners for a cost of $170 per evening. Please return to your registration link to register your guests, and cover the cost of their dinners by May 8.

Airport and Ground Transportation

Note that the hotel does not provide transportation to or from the airport.

The closest airport is Jacksonville International Airport in Jacksonville, Florida. The drive from the airport to the hotel takes approximately 45 minutes.

To the hotel from the airport

Taxis, Uber, and Lyft are available around the clock from the airport. Below are some local transportation options. Call to confirm availability and rates.

• Dana's Limousine and Transportation Service: (904) 744-3333
• East Coast Transportation: (904) 525-8600
• EZ Airport Service: (904) 741-3740
• Terry Transportation: (904) 535-8294
• zTrip Jacksonville: (904) 222-2222
• ECar Jax: (904) 537-5820

To the airport from the hotel on May 20

It can be very difficult, if not impossible, to book Uber or Lyft from the hotel to the airport. On May 20, after the conference, we will provide complimentary bus transport from the hotel to the airport. The bus will depart at these times:

• 4 a.m.
• 6 a.m.
• 8 a.m.
• 10 a.m.
• Noon

Parking

Omni Amelia Island Parking
Overnight self-parking: $25
Valet: $40
Villa: No charge

Attendees

We expect 120 to 130 senior-level financial markets professionals and policymakers to attend the conference in person, and between 100 and 200 virtual attendees.

Livestream

All conference sessions will also be livestreamed on the Atlanta Fed's YouTube channel and recorded for later viewing.

Media

Media will attend in person and via the livestream.

Media rules of engagement

Everything in the conference's official proceedings is on the record, including audience questions and responses. Conversations during breaks, meals, and other conversations around the conference are off the record unless agreed upon by both the reporter and the source.

How to Submit a Question during Q&A

Questions for the speakers will be drawn from attendees through Attendee Hub. We will provide additional details before the conference. Moderators will have an iPad on stage to review electronically submitted questions.

As Attendee

1. Scan the QR code on the table with your phone.
2. Open a session.
3. Submit or vote for questions.

Conference App and Mobile

For a multimedia experience, we encourage you to download the conference app Attendee Hub to access the agenda, speaker bios, and, during the live sessions, and to ask panelists questions during live sessions.

1. Search for and download "Cvent Events" in your Android or Apple App Store.
2. Once downloaded, open the app "Cvent Events" and search for the event Financial Markets Conference.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts, which include entering your first name, last name, and email address (use the email you registered with).
4. Next, you will be asked to enter a verification code. Depending on your preference, this will be sent to either the phone number or email you included in your registration.
5. Phone verification is recommended as email may take longer or get caught in your spam/other folder.
6. Once your verification is complete, proceed to log into the Attendee Hub.

Need help logging into the hub? Use this FAQ for additional tips and tricks.

Afternoon Activities

Monday and Tuesday afternoons include time for networking and a variety of activities both on and off the Omni Hotel property. Use the links below to register and pay for any of these activities directly with the hotel. (If you need to cancel, please contact group recreation at 904-753-6258 or email tracye.seales@omnihotels.com by May 8. If the activity is not cancelled, or if you register but don't show up, you will be charged the full price.)

Monday, May 18

Amelia Island Historical Trolley Tour (1:45–5:00 p.m.)

Meet in the lobby of the Omni at 1:45 p.m. for shopping and sightseeing. Enjoy the scenic drive up South Fletcher and enjoy Amelia Island's gorgeous coastline. The tour will pass by Fort Clinch State Park and the lighthouse then head into the Downtown Historic District for shopping. At 4:45 p.m., the shuttle will return you to the hotel. Please register for the Amelia Island Trolley Tour by May 8. Cost is $60.46 per person, which includes tax and gratuity.

Golf Outing at Little Sandy (2:45 p.m.)

Little Sandy features 10 holes nestled around Red Maple Lake, ranging from 30 to 125 yards, and an 18-hole putting course. The course offers an idyllic setting as nearly all holes are played along Red Maple Lake. Please register for the golf outing by May 8. The cost is $53.50 per golfer and includes event fee, clubs, and 7 percent tax, though balls are not included. (If you need to cancel your registration, please call the Little Sandy Pro Shop at (904) 277-5910 no later than Friday, May 15, to avoid cancellation fees.)

Tuesday, May 19

Island History and Ecology Tour (2:45–5 p.m.)

During this customized ecology tour covering around four miles, you’ll learn about the three different ecosystems found on the island—the maritime forest, the beach, and the marsh—and how each contributes to the vitality of the island and its inhabitants. You'll experience birding at the intercoastal waterways, shark tooth hunting on our beach, and the highest lookout point in our maritime forest. You'll ride in golf carts and take some walks, so comfortable footwear is a must. Please register for the island tour by May 8. The cost is $74.15 per person, which includes tax and gratuity.

Kayak Tour (2:45–5 p.m.)

Explore Amelia Island's salt marsh in a kayak. Learn about the diverse ecosystem while focusing on birds, reptiles, and additional animals that inhabit the marsh. This activity is geared toward all skill levels. Please register for the kayak tour by May 8. The cost is $134.82 per person, which includes tax and gratuity.

Things to Do

To explore what's available at the hotel, visit the hotel website. Amelia Island has plenty to offer to every conference attendee. Resort activities can be booked via concierge: (904) 432-1467, and you may book your activity here. Below are some of the activities that you can experience.

You can also explore some of the island's attractions:

• Pedego Amelia Island: Tour the island on an electric bike.
• A.L. Lewis Museum: Explore the legacy of Florida's historic African American beach. You can also learn about MaVynee Betsch, the great granddaughter of the museum's founder, and her efforts to preserve the beach.
• Amelia Schoolhouse Inn: Celebrate the area's history at this schoolhouse built in 1886, and try out the Principal's Office for a lesson in mixology.

Fed Contact

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