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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 It Value's interactive sessions as well as at ample break times, luncheons, and receptions. Where will the conference be held? The conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero, 5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA 94111. How many CPE credits will I receive for attending? You will receive up to 18 CPE credits for attending the 5th Annual IT Value conference and an additional 4 credits should you elect to attend the Optional Workshop on Sunday, September 26, 2004, for a total of 22 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 $1595, $1495 for conference alumni. You can save an additional $300 if you register by August 20, 2004. 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 sessions, luncheons, and continental breakfasts. What is your cancellation policy? Cancellations received in writing by September 13, 2004 will receive a refund less a $75 processing fee. For cancellations received after September 13, 2004, 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 San Francisco in September? The weather in San Francisco in generally mild with low rainfall and temps usually in the 60's. You can check www.weather.com for the current forecast. How do I get to the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero? For directions, click here. Is there parking available at the Hyatt Regency Embarcadero? Self-parking is available during the day at the Embarcadero Center Garages; the daily maximum rate (for 24 hours) is $27.50. Hotel valet parking is available with in-and-out service for a rate of $38 per 24 hours. How do I get from the airport to the hotel? Lorries Airport Service offers shuttle service from San Francisco International airport to local hotels. The shuttle leaves every 5 minutes from 8am to 12 midnight. No reservations necessary. One way fare is $14 and shuttle pick-up is near baggage claim. For further information on the Lorries Airport Service or alternative methods of transportation, please call the hotel directly at . Taxi service is also available from San Francisco International airport; the approximate fare is $35-$40. How and when can I make hotel reservations? Please call the hotel directly at to make your reservations and be sure to mention "CFO / IT Value Conference" to qualify for the reduced rate of $199. Rooms are limited and are subject to availability. The hotel does not guarantee this rate after September 3, 2004. Can I extend my trip? The discounted hotel rate of $199 is good from September 23, 2004 to October 2, 2004. What can I gain by becoming a partner of CFO's 5th Annual IT Value 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." 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. |