Select topic: REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT CONFERENCE PASS AND MATERIALS CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY NETWORKING EVENTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT

How do I register for this event?
You can register online here.  Any questions, contact us at 1-888-569-0464.

Can my colleague and I get the group rate?
The group rate is applicable to the second and subsequent additional registrants from the same company. Contact us at 1-888-569-0464 for the details.

What do the conference fees include?
Fees include the expo, conference, educational tracks, Presenter Showcase for investors, breakfast, luncheon, Capital Community Celebration reception and all conference documents.

Does this event have a special rate for one day or partial attendance?
Yes, investors and members of the capital community may elect to come for only the afternoon portion of the Presenter Showcase and the Capital Community Celebration.

What are the payment methods?
Payment can be made by check, Paypal, or credit card.  All information should be completed in the registration form.

Can I have a receipt?
Payments made electronically via credit card through the online form will have an immediate electronic receipt. Companies paying by a mailed check, emailed/faxed in form, or at the conference will receive their receipts at the conference with their badge and conference materials.

CONFERENCE PASS AND MATERIALS

Where and when can I pick up my conference pass and materials?
Conference passes will be issued at  the registration desk on the day of the SPEC Expo and Innovative Company Showcase.

What do I need to collect my conference pass?
Simply present your business card to identify yourself.

Can I send a representative to pick up my conference pass?
No. For security reasons, you must pick up your conference pass. Your colleague may not pick up your pass for you.

Can I get my conference pass and materials prior to the event date?
No. Conference materials will only be available for collection at the places and times mentioned above.

Will I get the attendee list of the conference?
The conference binder will be available at the conference venue.  The list will include all sponsor information and descriptions of companies in the expo. Please use the event breaks as networking opportunities.

Will I get the speaker presentations?
After the event an email will be sent to all conference attendees, which will include a survey and a login/password to download speaker presentations. (Only those presentations that have been approved by speakers will be available.) No hard or soft copy of the presentations will be sent or available onsite.

CANCELLATION / REFUND POLICY

Can I get a refund of my registration fee if I have to cancel?
Cancellations within 24 hours of registration will refer a full refund.  All others are subject to a partial refund.  Cancellations must be received in writing prior to April 16, 2008 to qualify for $100 refund. Cancellations received after April 16, 2008 will not qualify for a refund. This policy is necessary due to our advance guaranty obligations and the costs associated with administering the conference.

Can I send a replacement if I can't attend the forum after registering?
Yes, but notification of replacement must be made in writing and received prior to the event start date.

Can my colleagues attend some of the sessions if I can't come?
No. The conference pass is valid for the designated delegate only. No sharing of the pass is allowed. However, please be aware that a group rate is available for the second and subsequent additional registrants from the same office.

NETWORKING EVENTS

Do I need to pay an additional fee for networking and expo events?
No. Your conference fee already covers the networking and expo events.

Can I send a replacement for networking and expo events only?
No. The conference pass is valid for the designated delegate only. No sharing of the pass is allowed.

Can I bring a guest with me to the networking events?
All networking events are strictly for registered conference attendees, company presenters, speakers and sponsors.  Additional attendee group and NBAI membership discount rates are available.  Contact us to learn more.

Where and when is the VIP reception on 21 April?
The VIP reception is from 5:30pm-8:00pm at the 103 West..

Where and when is the Capital Community Celebration  reception on 22 April?
The Capital Community Celebration reception is from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the 103 West.

Where and when is the main conference program taking place on 21-22 April?
The main conference starts at 9:00am in the 103 West.

Where and when is breakfast served?
On 22 April breakfast is served from 8:00am to 9:00am near the registration table at 103 West.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

Should I book hotel accommodation with the hotel directly?
Yes.  Contact a hotel directly. Click here for a selection of hotels to contact.

If I need to change or cancel my hotel accommodation, who should I contact?
All questions, changes, cancellations or other requests regarding hotel accommodation should be directed to the hotel. Please click here for a selection of hotel details.