Earn up to 22 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 Rising'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 Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, 1500 Masters Boulevard, Orlando, FL 33896.

How many CPE credits will I receive for attending?
You will receive 18 CPE credits for attending the 13th Annual CFO Rising Conference and an additional 4 credits should you elect to attend the Optional Workshop on Sunday, March 19, 2006, 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, Maureen Campbell: Call , Fax or email

What is the conference registration fee and what does it include?
The regular rate is $1695, $1595 for conference alumni. You can save an additional $300 if you register by February 27, 2006. 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, receptions, luncheons, and continental breakfasts.

What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations received in writing by March 6, 2006 will receive a refund less a $75 processing fee. For cancellations received after March 6, 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 may want to bring a sweater or light jacket as hotel function rooms tend to be cool.

What is the weather like in Orlando in March?
The weather in Orlando is generally sunny with low rainfall and temps between 60 and 80 degrees. You can check for the current forecast.

How do I get to the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate?
For directions, click here.

Is there parking available at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate?
Valet parking is available for a rate of approximately $12 plus tax per day (24 hours). There is free self-parking for hotel guests.

How do I get from the airport to the hotel?
Mears Transportation Group offers shuttle service from the Orlando International Airport to local hotels. No reservations necessary when traveling from the airport to hotel, but you must call 24 hours in advance to make arrangements to go from your hotel to the airport. Round trip fare to the Omni Orlando Resort is $29 and $17 for one-way service. The Mears Transportation booths are located on both Level One (Transportation) and Level Two (Baggage Claim) and are open from 7:30 am to Midnight. However, they do offer shuttle service 24 hours a day, so if you need a shuttle after Midnight, please call Mears at . The fare for a taxi from the airport to the hotel is usually about $58 one way.

Does the hotel offer shuttle service to the Walt Disney theme parks?
Yes, the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate has a free shuttle service for its hotel guests.

How and when can I make hotel reservations?
Please call the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate directly at or and be sure to mention "CFO" to qualify for the reduced rate of $209. The hotel does not guarantee this rate after February 16, 2006.

Can I extend my trip?
The discounted hotel rate of $209 is good from March 16, 2006 to March 25, 2006.

What can I gain by becoming a sponsor of the 13th Annual CFO Rising Conference?
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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.