faq

Where and when does the conference take place?

The 3rd Annual UCDMO Conference Plenary sessions, Breakouts, and Technology Exposition will be held at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront 31 August – 3 September 2009. Sessions will begin 1 September 2009.

What is the cost of the summit?

Early Bird Pricing: (Through 17 July)
Government: $449.00
Industry: $529.00
Standard Pricing: (Effective 18 July)
Government: $499.00
Industry: $579.00

Is the hotel fee included in my registration?

No, the hotel fee is not included in your registration fee.

How do I pay the registration fee?

When you register for the conference via the online registration or registration form you may enter your payment information. Credit cards will not be processed until Thursday, 20 August 2009. If you have a purchase order, please fax it to us at time of registration. If you would like to call in your payment information, please call 888-603-8899 and ask for Katelynn Combs at ext. 2458.

What will the registration fee cover?

The registration fee will cover the cost of attending the conference and sessions, professional conference planning services including hotel facility and staff support, registration services and event advertising. The fee will also include access to the exhibit hall, continental breakfast each day, mid-morning and afternoon snacks and refreshments, and access to all networking socials.

What is the cost of parking?

$4.00 hourly
$21.00 overnight self parking
$32.00 overnight valet parking

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is 3:00 p.m. and check-out is 12:00 p.m.

How do I get from the airport to the Hilton San Diego Bayfront?

Drive out of parking lot. Follow signs to Interstate 5/Downtown. The ramp will put you on Harbor Drive going South. Continue to Park Boulevard and turn right. The airport is about 3 miles away.

When and how do I receive my receipt of payment?

Credit card payments will be processed beginning Thursday, 20 August 2009. Receipts will be emailed following the charge. All registrations made after Thursday, 20 August 2009 will receive a receipt along with registration confirmation within 3 business days.

What is the cancellation deadline?

The cancellation deadline is Tuesday, 18 August 2009. All cancellations must be received in writing no later than this date in order to receive a refund. After 18 August you will be held liable for 100% of the amount due. NO REFUNDS, NO EXCEPTIONS.

Where should I make my hotel reservations?

We have a block of discounted rooms reserved at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront.

Is there a one-day pass for this conference?

No, there is just the full conference rate.

What is the dress code?

Speakers:
Class A Uniform (blouse & tie)

Attendees:
Class B Uniform (open collar)
Business Casual (civilian)

Where can I find the agenda?

The agenda will be posted on the conference website when it is announced.

If I can't attend the event, do you accept substitutions?

To submit a substitution for your registration, fax a completed substitution form to 443-561- 2459 by Monday, 24 August 2009. Substitutions made after 24 August 2009 should be processed onsite at the Attendee Registration area. There are no one day substitutions, only full summit substitutions.

What is NCSI's No Solicitation Policy?

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