Earn up to 18 CPE credits Delivery Method: Group-Live Program Level: Intermediate No prerequisites or advanced preparation required. CFO Executive Programs is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) 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 for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417; Website: www.nasba.org. For more information regarding refund, complaint and cancellation policies, contact CFO Executive Programs at or , .	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 Magazine's Corporate Performance Management conference's interactive sessions as well as at ample break times, luncheons, and receptions. Where will the conference be held? All sessions and social functions will be held at The Westin River North Hotel, 320 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60610. How many CPE credits will I receive for attending? You will receive 14 CPE credits for attending the Corporate Performance Management conference and an additional 4 credits should you elect to attend the Optional Pre-Conference Workshop on Sunday, June 4, 2006, for a total of 18 credits. 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 $1295. You can save an additional $300 if you register by May 15, 2006. Further discounts are available for conference alumni and groups of 2 or more. Attendees may also choose to attend the optional pre-conference workshop for an additional fee of $400. 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 sessions, luncheons, and continental breakfasts. What is your cancellation policy? Cancellations received in writing by May 22, 2006 will receive a refund less a $75 processing fee. For cancellations received after May 22, 2006, 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 want to bring a sweater or light jacket as hotel function rooms tend to be cool. What is the weather like in Chicago in early June? The weather in Chicago at this time is usually 60 to 80 degrees. You can check weather.com for the current forecast. How and when can I make hotel reservations? Please call the hotel directly at or to reserve your room. Be sure to mention "CFO" to qualify for the reduced rate of $259. The hotel does not guarantee the conference rate after May 15, 2006. UPDATE: The Westin River North Hotel is currently sold out over our conference dates. Please see below for overflow hotel suggestions. We urge you to reserve your room at one of the hotels listed below ASAP. You may also want to check with the Westin again after May 15 to see if rooms have become available. The Amalfi Hotel Chicago 20 West Kinzie, Chicago, IL 60610; Phone: A small room block has been established at the Amalfi Hotel (located within walking distance of the Westin). Please mention "CFO" to reserve a room at the reduced rate of $279. House of Blues Hotel 333 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60610; Phone: Approximate Rate: $259.00 Embassy Suites Hotel Chicago 600 North State Street, Chicago, IL 60610; Phone: Approximate Rate: $299.00 Hilton Garden Inn 10 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611; Phone: Approximate Rate: $309.00 Can I extend my trip? The discounted hotel rate of $259 is good from June 1, 2006 to June 9, 2006 subject to hotel availability. How do I get from O'Hare Airport to the hotel? A taxi ride from the O'Hare Airport to the hotel costs about $35 and the hotel is about 30 minutes from the airport. Airport Express Continental Air Transport offers shuttle service to and from O'Hare from 5:45am to 11:30pm. One-way fare is $24 each ($17 each for 2 travelers traveling together) and round-trip fare is $44. Prices are subject to change. To contact Airport Express, visit www.airportexpress.com or call . You can also take the subway from O'Hare Airport to get to the hotel. Get on the Blue Line and get off at Lake and Clark Streets. The hotel is located 3 blocks from the subway; walk one block east to Dearborn Street and then two blocks North on Dearborn. The hotel will be the first building on your left after you cross the bridge. How do I get from Midway Airport to the hotel? A taxi ride from the Midway Airport to the hotel costs about $27 and the hotel is about 25 minutes from the airport. Airport Express Continental Air Transport offers shuttle service to and from Midway from 6:20am to 7:50pm, but prior reservations are required. One-way fare is $19 each ($13 each for 2 travelers traveling together) and round-trip fare is $34. Prices are subject to change. To contact Airport Express, visit www.airportexpress.com or call . How do I get to The Westin River North Hotel? For directions, click here. Is there parking available at The Westin River North Hotel? There is valet parking available at The Westin River North Hotel on a first-come/first-serve basis. Rates are $19 for the first two hours, $22 for 2-6 hours, $25 for 6-12 hours, and $38 for 12-24 hours or overnight parking. What can I gain by becoming a partner of the Corporate Performance Management conference? 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." 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