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Greetings from 24th National President
Members of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.
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This is one of the most exciting messages that I will deliver this year! On behalf of the National Board and myself, we welcome you to the 2025 National Convention, July 28-August 3, 2025 to be held in the D.C. Metropolitan area. The 96th Anniversary National Convention will offer our traditional business sessions, a thought-provoking Leadership Institute, additional educational and inter-active workshops, announcements for the Mahalia S. Evans, 2025 National Soror of the Year, the Lola M. Parker 2025 Business Woman of the Year and the induction of National Honorary Sorors. And introducing the inaugural “White Pearl Affair” welcome party. Gamma Chapter of the Eastern Region is the host chapter. Gamma Chapter has planned some exciting activities as well, for the convention attendees.
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Our National Vendors are pulling out the stops, they will be bringing and offering the best and most unique Iota items for you to purchase. There will be so many interesting things to experience and see as we celebrate 96 years of the first African American Greek-lettered business sorority established.
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To all Sorors, Pelati, Men of Iota (MOI), Future Intellectual Leaders (FIL), you have a personal invitation from the National Board, the Eastern Region and the host, Gamma Chapter to join us!
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See you, in D.C.
Charlotte D. Berry, M.Ed.
24th National President​​
lota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc.
National Executive Board Members
Regular Registration
Registrant Category | Early Turtle | Regular | Late |
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February 15 - March 15, 2025 | March 16 - May 9, 2025 | May 10 - June 15, 2025 | |
Soror - Graduate | $500.00 | $550.00 | $575.00 |
Soror - Undergraduate | $325.00 | $325.00 | $325.00 |
Pelati & MOI Auxiliary | $350.00 | $350.00 | $350.00 |
Future Iota Leaders | $275.00 | $275.00 | $275.00 |
White Pearl Party | N/A | $25.00 | N/A |
Homecoming Hype- Host Chapter Gamma Fundraiser ** | N/A | $85 | N/A |
Gamma Turtle Trot Competition ** | N/A | $19.31 | N/A |
** These two events require registration through Gamma chapter of DC. Visit www.iota-gammadc.org. Select menu option 2025 IPL-NCHC (National Convention Host Chapter) website.
General Public & Individual Event Ticket Fees
Please see the individual ticket prices for each event. You are required to purchase a ticket in order to attend. These tickets can be purchased using the registration form
Convention Al A Carte Events | Individual Ticket Pricing |
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Awards Banquet | $185 |
Lola M. Parker/SOTY Banquet | $185 |
Leadership Luncheon | $150 |
Prayer Breakfast | $100 |
Hotel Information
Hyatt Regency Crystal City
2799 Richmond Highway, Arlington, Virginia 22202
+1 703 418 1234
HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS & AMENITIES
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Shuttle Bus
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To-Go Dining
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Lobby Bar
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Cinnabar
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Market
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ADA Compliant and handicap accessible
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Parking (Valet )
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Metro Rail Accessible
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Pet Policy available
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Hospitality Room On-Site
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Crystal City Shops
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Fashion Center at Pentagon City
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Synetic Theater nearby
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Water Park
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Alamo Drafthouse
ROOM AMENITITES:
Room Amenities | 47” HDTV | StayCast powered by Google Chromecast | Individual climate control || Soothing décor | Pillow-top mattress with down bedding | Bluetooth alarm clock and speaker | Coffee maker with complimentary coffee and tea | Minifridge |
Hair dryer | Iron and ironing board | In-room safe | Mobile key access available |
Mobile key access available | Video account review, messages and checkout.​
Registration for convention must be completed prior to hotel reservation
Vendor Registration
Vendors are welcome to display their merchandise in the designated vendor area during our national convention from Tuesday, July 29, 2025 through Saturday, August 2, 2025.
Vendors desiring to reserve space should do so no later May 30, 2025 through online registration in Iota’s Member Planet form.
VENDOR HOURS
July 29 – Aug 2, 2025
Vendor Set up 3:00 pm – 10:00pm, No vending on Tuesday. Shops Open Wednesday 7/30 at 8:00 a.m.
Daily hours of Operation | 8:00 am – 10:00 p.m.
FEES:
All 4 ½ days - $500
Per day fee - $150