What will I learn?
At CFO Rising you will learn:

• What every CFO needs to know about Business Risk and Crisis Management
  
• How seasoned CFOs balance the needs of customers, shareholders, employees and capital investment
  
• How leading CFOs have successfully navigated the CEO-track
  
• How to best manage human capital
  
• From case studies highlighting successful turnaround strategies
  
• From the opportunity to network with top CFOs at America's largest and savviest corporations
  
• How the macroeconomic forecasts of one of America's leading econonists could affect your planning
  
• How to gain new dimensions in Financial Leadership
  
  Where will the conference be held?
  All sessions and social functions will be held at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel, 2450 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339.
  
  How many CPE credits will I receive for attending?
  You will receive 18 CPE credits for attending CFO Rising and an additional 4 credits should you elect to attend the Optional Workshop on Sunday, March 10, 2002.
  
  How do I nominate a speaker?
  For information on nominating or becoming a speaker, contact our director of program development: Call , Fax , or email
  
  What is the conference registration fee and what does it include?
  The regular rate is $995; $895 for conference alumni. You can save an additional $100 if you register before February 15, 2002. Further discounts are available for groups of 2 or more. Click here for a complete list of registration fees. The conference fee includes complete conference materials as well as admission to all executive education sessions, networking receptions, luncheons, continental breakfasts, and the exhibit hall.
  
  What is your cancellation policy?
  Cancellations received in writing by February 28, 2002 will receive a refund less a $75 processing fee. For cancellations received after February 28, 2002, you will receive a 50 percent credit toward another CFO magazine conference, good for one year. CFO is unable to extend credits or refunds for no-shows.
  
  What is your policy on transferring registrations?
  Substitutions may be made at any time. Please call customer service at or if you would like to transfer your registration to a colleague.
  
  Do you have any discounted rates with preferred airlines?
  Delta Airlines is the "official" airline of the CFO Rising Conference. Attendees are eligible for a 10% discount on fares purchased up to 7 days in advance and an additional 5% will be taken on fares purchased 60 days in advance. To take advantage of the lower fares call Delta at or your travel agent and mention file #183453A.
  
  How do I reach customer service?
  You may contact our customer service department at (Outside the US call ) or by email:
  
  What is the dress code for the conference?
  Recommended dress for all meetings and social functions is business casual. You may want to bring a sweater or light jacket as hotel function rooms tend to be cool.
  
  What is the weather like in Atlanta in March?
  The weather in Atlanta is generally mild. The average high temperature in March is 64 degrees and the average low is 42 degrees Fahrenheit. You can check www.weather.com for the current forecast.
  
  How and when can I make hotel reservations?
  Please call the hotel directly at and be sure to mention "CFO Rising" to qualify for the discounted rate of $165. The hotel does not guarantee this rate after February 15th.
  
  How do I get from the airport to the hotel?
  A&M limo offers airport transfers to and from the Renaissance Waverly hotel. They are located at Ground Transportation at Hartsfield Airport. They can be reached at .
  
  Can I extend my trip?
  The discounted hotel rate of $165 is good from March 5 - March 15.
  
  I'm driving. How do I get to the Renaissance Waverly Hotel?
  For driving directions, click here.
  
  Do you offer discounted parking at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel?
  There is complimentary self-parking at the hotel. Valet parking is $8.00 per day or $10.00 for overnight.
  
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  How do I find out about other CFO Conferences?
  Please visit our events site at www.cfoconferences.com to get up to date information about all CFO events.