Welcome to EHDC 2026

A field experience for those who survived spreadsheets and semiannual reviews.

You made it. Not just through tax season, onboarding, rebrands, client curveballs, or inbox avalanches — but through all of it as a team.

Whether celebrating with us in person, or from afar, this weekend is our collective exhale.

A weekend of play, laughter, explosions (of paint), excessive protein consumption, and maybe even a museum or two if we’re feeling cultural. You earned this. Every bit of it.

And to help you navigate it all?
We’ve brought in an expert. Meet Greg.

Greg has one bowtie for travel, and one for danger. He’s here to get you to DC in one piece — ideally with your luggage and your dignity intact.

The meat sweats begin in…

🧨 Mission 001: Beat The Bomb

Paint. Panic. Tactical Teamwork.

Think escape room meets neon war zone. You and your squad will suit up in head-to-toe gear and sprint through interactive missions — dodging lasers, solving puzzles, and eventually facing the final boss: the paint bomb chamber. It’s chaotic, hilarious, and 100% brag-worthy.

Protective suits provided. Confidence optional.

🎯 See What You’re In For

🥩 Operation 002: Fogo de Chão

Meat. More meat. Then flan.

After surviving the bomb chamber, you’ve earned a feast fit for tactical legends. Welcome to the endless parade of grilled perfection, where the only strategy is knowing when to flip your coaster back to red.

Brazilian steakhouse. Circulating servers. Fluffy pão de queijo. Yes, there are salads… but Greg will be watching. 👀

Vegetarian options available. But like… really?

🍽️ View the Meat Parade

✈️ ARRIVAL ZONE: DC

– Fly, drive, teleport in
– Hotel check-ins at leisure
– Explore DC solo or in squads

🧠 Mood: Ease in. Stretch legs. Reconnect.

🧨 MISSION 001: Beat the Bomb, 11 am – TBD
Early Morning Deployment

2005 Hecht Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, P: +1 917-983-1115

🧁 MISSION GAP: Chill, shower, sugar, tour DC

🥩 MISSION 002: Fogo de Chão 4:00 pm. – TBD
Meat sweats commence at sundown

1101 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004, P: +1 202-347-4668

🧠 Mood: Full tilt fun → full stomach

🚇 OPTIONAL SIDE QUESTS

– Chocolate festival @ French Embassy (Oooh la la)
– Art museums
– Café crawls
– Strolls on the Mall
– Linger, depart, nap on trains

No formal plans. Just goodbyes + Greg hugs.

🧠 Mood: Choose your own exit strategy

AKA: Strategic Rest Zones for all your post-mission snoozing needs. Approved by Greg,

For the quirky crew who love mood lighting and touchscreen blinds.

🗝️ citizenM Washington DC Capitol
📍 550 School St SW, Washington, DC 20024 ☎️ +1-202‑747‑2145
💙 Why we love it: Sleek, tech‑forward rooms, 24/7 cafe/lounge, works for remote work or early naps — all with a disguised boutique vibe.

🗝️ Hotel Hive
📍 2224 F St NW, Washington, DC 20037 ☎️ +1-202‑608‑7600
💙 Why we love it: DC’s first micro‑hotel — industrial chic, eco-conscious, and a rooftop bar if you need post-mission decompression.

🗝️ Hampton Inn Washington DC–White House
📍 1729 H St NW, Washington, DC 20006 ☎️ +1-202‑289‑0916
💙 Why we love it: Clean, simple, free breakfast, and just funky enough to sneak into this list with a budget wink.

Rooftop lounges. Sleek interiors. Smells like eucalyptus.

🗝️ AC Hotel by Marriott Capitol Hill/Navy Yard
📍 867 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003 ☎️ +1-202‑488‑3600
💙 Why we love it: Sleek design, rooftop cocktails at Smoke & Mirrors, and the lobby smells mysteriously expensive.

🗝️ Thompson Washington DC
📍 221 Tingey St SE, Washington, DC 20003 ☎️ +1-202‑916‑5200
💙 Why we love it: Modern, minimalist, and 100% curated — basically what Greg imagines when he dreams of posh barn stays.

🗝️ InterContinental Washington DC – The Wharf
📍 801 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024 ☎️ +1-202‑800‑0844
💙 Why we love it: Waterfront luxury, floor-to-ceiling views, and just bougie enough to write home about.

🐐 Greg’s Pick: He stayed at all three. Because obviously.

Steps from the action. Convenient, comfy, no cab needed.

🗝️ Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
📍 400 E St SW, Washington, DC 20024 ☎️ +1-202‑803‑6110
💙 Why we love it: A 5‑minute walk from Smithsonian museums, this spot combines convenience, a solid breakfast, and nap-worthy bedding.

🗝️ Residence Inn Washington DC National Mall
📍 333 E St SW, Washington, DC 20024 ☎️ +1-202‑484‑8280
💙 Why we love it: Apartment-style suites with kitchens, free hot breakfast, and the vibe of a well-funded field trip basecamp.

🗝️ Capital Hilton
📍 1001 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 ☎️ +1-202‑393‑1000
💙 Why we love it: Classic DC, elegant but not stuffy, and a short stroll from all the “serious grown-up stuff” like the White House.

Arrival intel for the logistically minded and luggage-concerned.

Closest airport to downtown DC

Direct access to Metro, Ubers, and caffeine

Often preferred for its speed, proximity, and Greg-endorsed efficiency

Greg’s Tip: “They won’t see you coming. And you’ll beat traffic by sheer proximity.”

Located farther out in Virginia (and potentially farther from your hotel)

Known for international flights, surprising food courts, and heroic Uber budgets

Not the fastest, but not the worst

Greg’s Tip: “Bring a podcast. And possibly rations.”

Technically in Maryland — but we don’t judge

Great for cheaper flights, and adventurers with flexible schedules

Requires a combo move: train or shuttle + charm

Greg’s Tip: “The brave take MARC. The brave also miss brunch sometimes.”

For those arriving by land: smart, stealthy, and in full control of the radio

Parking in DC can be tricky — garages near hotels are your best bet. Also check out the ParkMobile app.

Street parking is limited and ticket-happy

Greg’s Tip: “Arriving with snacks = elite strategy. Arriving without a parking plan = chaotic neutral.”

Bonus Tip: If you’re carpooling, assign a DJ. Not Greg. He only listens to goat yodeling remixes.

Whether you fly, drive, or parachute in... just arrive. We have shirts.

🧳 The Field Manual

Everything you didn’t know you needed to bring, plus one or two things you still won’t.

GOOD SHOES

There might be running.

BACKUP SOCKS

Your primary pair will betray you.

ONE “I TRIED” OUTFIT

For dinner, not defusing.

PHONE CHARGER

Bonus: bring a portable one.

HEADGEAR: OPTIONAL

But recommended for mystery.

GOVERNMENT ID

They’ll want to know who you are.

What’s the weather like in DC in late April?

DC in late April? Oh, she’s in her mood swing era. One minute cherry-blossom breeze, the next minute ‘did someone leave the sauna door open?’ Bring a jacket, sunglasses, and the emotional flexibility of a yoga instructor.

What should I pack?

Everything listed above in “The Field Manual.” And if you have to ask whether you should bring it… yes, you should. Also: a craving for adventure. Bring that, too.

What’s the dress code for dinner?

Think “I own an iron, but I’m still fun at parties.” Smart casual is the goal. Ties optional. Confidence required. Greg will be judging silently.

Do I need to bring work gear?

No. This is not a summit. It’s a celebration. If you bring your laptop, we’ll have to assume it’s for use as a coaster.

What to wear when bomb defusing

Relax you’ll have a full bomb suit on. Dress accordingly.

Will I get messy at Beat The Bomb?

In the immortal words of Greg: “If you walk in clean and walk out clean, you didn’t do it right.” Short answer: yes, but you will be wearing a head-to-toe bomb suit so chill. Just bring backup socks 🧦 and a sense of humor.

Are meat comas covered by insurance?

Sadly, no. Our coverage includes strategic insights, good company, and moral support during post-meal regret — but not actual benefits.

Greg recommends hydration, horizontal lounging, and strategic exits when the skewers reappear.

Wait, what’s this bacon game doing here?

Q: Is this some kind of pork-lobbyist propaganda?
A: Oh no, darling. This isn’t Big Bacon—it’s big joy. The “Have You Ever Tried Bacon On…?” game is a glorious descent into savory chaos. Simply drag a slice of sizzling virtual bacon onto unexpected items—ice cream, the Mona Lisa, the concept of justice—and see what sticks. It’s oddly therapeutic. Possibly enlightening. And a perfect palate cleanser between sessions on procurement reform and agency roundtables.

🎮 Try it here: Bacon – The Game
(Warning: Productivity may plummet. Bacon-related epiphanies may occur.)

What’s this about decoding diplomatic license plates?

Q: Am I really going to spy on cars like a Cold War bureaucrat with a trench coat and binoculars?
A: Absolutely. And you’ll love it. The Diplomatic License Plate Decoder lets you live your best espionage-lite life. Spot a license plate that starts with “S” and ends in mystery? Plug it in and discover it belongs to, say, the Embassy of Djibouti. It’s educational, weirdly addictive, and a subtle flex during cocktail hour (“Ah yes, Uzbekistan. Lovely plates.”)

🕵️‍♀️ Try your hand here: Diplomatic Plate Decoder
(Not responsible for sudden urges to defect or take up foreign service.)