Earn up to 22 CPE credits

CFO Conferences 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; Web site: www.nasba.org. Delivery Method: Group-Live — Program Level: Intermediate — No prerequisites or advanced preparation required.

For more information regarding refund, complaint and cancellation policies, contact CFO Conferences 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 West'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 JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort, 221 North Rampart Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89145.

How many CPE credits will I receive for attending?
You will receive 18 CPE credits for attending the CFO Rising West Conference and an additional 4 credits should you elect to attend the Optional Workshop on Sunday, September 17, 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 August 28, 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 September 5, 2006 will receive a refund less a $75 processing fee. For cancellations received after September 5, 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 Las Vegas in September?
The weather in Las Vegas is generally sunny with low rainfall and temps between 70 and 90 degrees. You can check for the current forecast.

How do I get to the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort?
For directions, click here.

Is there parking available at the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort?
Yes, both self-parking and valet parking is complimentary at the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort.

How do I get from the airport to the hotel?
There is no available shuttle service from the airport. However, the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort does offer shuttle service through their concierge for guests traveling to the airport only. Tickets are $25 one way and can be purchased 24 hours in advance from the front desk or the concierge. The fare for a taxi from the airport to the hotel is usually about $50 one way.

How and when can I make hotel reservations?
Please call the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort directly at and be sure to mention "CFO" to qualify for the reduced rate of $195. The hotel does not guarantee this rate after August 25, 2006.

Can I extend my trip?
The discounted hotel rate of $195 is good from September 14, 2006 to September 23, 2006.

Does the hotel offer shuttle service to the Las Vegas Strip?
Yes, the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort offers complimentary shuttle service for hotel guests to the Las Vegas Strip.

What can I gain by becoming a sponsor of the CFO Rising West 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 sponsors 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.