LUXE : City Center 1020 S. Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90015 The LUXE hotel is directly across the street from the LA Live complex and Club Nokia and is the premiere boutique hotel in downtown Los Angeles To receive our group rate of $209/nt, reserve online or call (213)-7481291 and mention Q Ideas.

Venue Q Los Angeles will be hosted at the center of the entertainment capital of the world: L.A. LIVE’s Club Nokia. This perfect location places you adjacent to The Staples Center (host of the Los Angeles Lakers) and the famed Nokia Theatre (host of American Idol’s finale and various Music Awards shows). You will also be among multiple restaurant and entertainment venues that make downtown Los Angeles thrive. Club Nokia specializes in creating intimate environments. At a table or theatre seat no further than 90 feet from stage, you are guaranteed to have the perfect view. As host to amazing live music performances, the club boasts state-of-the-art acoustics, engineering and technology second to none; It’s no wonder world-class performers prefer this venue over any other in L.A.! Why Los Angeles Since Dorothy Parker dubbed it “72 suburbs in search of a city,” Downtown LA has been a destination to which thousands have shuttled via desert highways only to drop themselves off inside buildings designed to isolate from any kind of Downtown experience. In recent years, however, the once deserted Downtown has boomed into a local metropolis as well as a home for a new generation of young creatives. Excitement about the city center abounds as its new, influential residents hail it as America’s next great cultural hub. Infamous for its long relationship with the film industry, Los Angeles also boasts an ample history as a mecca for everything from the music business to immigration reform to environmental activism. Its unique past makes it a bastion of contemporary art as well as architectural movements like those of the Spanish Missions or 1920s Art Deco. Home of “casual Friday” and shorts in January, the mild climate dictates more than fashion, and the unique local camaraderie and friendly demeanor is the signature style of those who have made LA their home for years. Unlike other big-bad cities turned cultural hotspots, the Los Angeles grit is quickly becoming sophisticated in a characteristically laid-back California style. From Hollywood to the beach, many outsiders think they already know everything they need to know about Los Angeles. The more than 10 million inhabitants, however, spread out over 467 square miles are realizing the potential of this urban center in the midst of renewal. At the epicenter of where art, immigration, and business converge, residents of this city are moving in to shape every channel of culture. For those in pursuit of the common good it represents an opportunity to be on the cutting edge of cultural transformation as it happens, making Los Angeles the next host city for Q.

Can I get a schedule for the event?
Q will begin at 9:00 am on Monday, April 15th and conclude at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17th. We will not be making a schedule for the event public until you arrive at Q. Lunch will occur around 12:30 p.m. each day and dinner will occur around 5:30 p.m. Please assume all other times will be filled with programming and collaboration. All times are tentative and subject to change.

Will participants have the opportunity to interact with the presenters?
Yes, most of our presenters join us as learners as well. Some can only be with us for their presentation, but many will be available for a Talkback discussion, which is intentionally smaller and more conducive for question and answer.

Is food included in the price?
Food is not included in the price. There are numerous restaurants in the L.A. Live complex and we highly encourage this time to be used for meeting new friends and continuing the conversations and collaborations taking place inside the venue.

Who comes to Q?
As we shape all of the details and features of this unique gathering, we take into consideration who will be filling the seats and how, collectively, we can introduce and discuss ideas that advance the common good both nationally and within your local context. There are a few key characteristics we believe all of our participants possess; First, a desire to be informed and exposed to current culture and the conversations shaping our public discourse. Second, the desire to be restorers, faithfully bringing the love and creativity infused by the Gospel in whatever occupation they hold. And thirdly, they hold the view that it’s a Christian responsibility to renew culture and promote human flourishing for all people in our society.

Do I have to fill out information for all of the attendees in my group?
Yes. We like to personalize as much of Q as possible which requires as much accurate information about attendees as possible. We need to have all attendee information input by January 31 to make the experience most personalized for your group’s experience.

Is there a need for volunteers at Q?
Yes, Q is dependent on a group of volunteers who are most interested in serving alongside the Q team in order to make the gathering a reality. Due to the nature of Q and working behind the scenes to ensure a quality gathering, we can’t guarantee much participation in the actual programming of Q, and, in turn, only look for those who are truly interested and willing to serve in making Q as excellent as possible.

If volunteering at Q interests you, please contact us.

What is your cancellation policy?
Transfers: Tickets are transferable from one participant to another at anytime. Please update your registration with information for new attendees should you choose to transfer tickets and contact us, letting us know of the change.

Cancellation: Full refunds minus a $250 cancellation fee will be provided for anyone who chooses to cancel their registration on or before February 28, 2013. Refunds will not be provided for anyone canceling March 1, 2013 or later.

Do I provide my own transportation to and from the event?
Yes. Each participant is responsible for his or her own transportation to Los Angeles and to the event venue each day. We recommend lodging at one of our recommended hotels right next to the venue so you can walk to the event and local restaurants easily.