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, .

• Linking budgeting and performance
  
• Aligning human capital investments with successful transformation efforts
  
• Leveraging financial information to support performance management
  
• Implementing best practice financial strategies and solutions to achieve organizational goals
  
• Driving real and sustainable financial transformation agency-wide
  
• Focusing on results through the implementation of performance-based budgeting and results-oriented programs
  
• Taking a leadership role in improving federal management, delivering results, and improving performance
  

Where will the forum be held?
The forum will be held at the National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW, Washington DC 20045.

How many CPE credits will I receive for attending?
You will receive 7 CPE credits for attending the Forum for Federal Finance Executives.

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 $595. You can save an additional $200 if you register by April 18, 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 and the luncheon.

What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations received in writing by May 6, 2003 will receive a refund less a $75 processing fee. For cancellations received after May 6, 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 want to bring a sweater or light jacket as hotel function rooms tend to be cool.

What is the weather like in Washington DC in May?
The weather in Washington DC in May is usually a mild 60-70 degrees. You can check www.weather.com for the current forecast.

How do I get to the National Press Club?
For directions, click here.

Is there parking available near the National Press Club?
There is parking available at the PMI garage located on the north side of G Street between 13th and 14th Streets. There is also parking available at the Car Park on the corner of 15th and F Streets.

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