There is no prerequisite or advanced preparation for this program. Registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses. Complaints regarding sponsors may be addressed to NASBA, 150 Fourth Avenue, Suite 700, Nashville, TN 37219-2417, .
Frequently Asked Questions:

Who will be attending this conference?
Conference attendees represent a highly qualified audience of Senior Finance Executives from leading companies across the US.

 What networking opportunities will I have?
Get to know your peers at CFO Rising's interactive sessions as well as at ample break times, lunches, and receptions.

What will I learn?
At CFO Rising, you will drill into the dynamics of strong CFO leadership and learn what it takes to:
  • Acquire the qualities of leadership so badly needed in the US executive suite today
  • Inspire a passion for excellence among your top managers
  • Keep abreast of best practices in working capital management, financial planning and budgeting, and decision support
  • Build the finance processes, people, systems, and organizational structures needed to execute long-term business strategy
  • Manage a complex organization operating in multiple markets
  • Provide your senior managers with practical ideas for improving corporate performance management
  • Keep your career moving in the right direction

    • Where will the conference be held?
    All sessions and social functions will be held at the Westin Innisbrook Resort, 36750 US Highway 19 North, Palm Harbor, Florida 34684.

    How many CPE credits will I receive for attending?
    You will receive 18 CPE credits for attending the CFO Rising Conference & Exhibition.

    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 $1495, $1395 for conference alumni. You can save an additional $200 if you register by February 7, 2003. 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 March 3, 2003 will receive a refund less a $75 processing fee. For cancellations received after March 3, 2003, 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.

    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 Tampa in March?
    The weather in Tampa in March is usually a mild 60-70 degrees and sunny. 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 $219. The hotel does not guarantee this rate after February 24, 2003.

    I'm driving. How do I get to the Westin Innisbrook Resort?
    For driving directions, click here.

    Is there parking available at the Westin Innisbrook Resort?
    There is complimentary parking available at the Westin Innisbrook, as well as a free tram service to transport guests around 1,100-acre resort.

    What can I gain by becoming a sponsor/exhibitor of the 10th Annual CFO Rising Conference & Exhibition?
    Take advantage of the efforts from our team of experts who create one-on-one opportunities for marketers to reach and influence a definitive audience of senior decision makers. Our success is based upon our ability "to go beyond the page." Our strength is to develop and manage integrated programs that leverage the collective creativity of CFO and our partners in order to create new business opportunities with CFO readers.

    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.