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[ Frequently Asked Questions ]
  1. What is the cost of a full registration?
      Members Nonmembers
    Postmarked, online, or faxed registration by 2/20/09 $1,079 $1,329
    Postmarked, online, or faxed registration after 2/20/09 $1,279 $1,629


  2. What are the deadlines for the price breaks?

    February 20, 2009.

  3. How can I register for the Conference?

    By fax, mail, on the ISM Web site at www.ism.ws or register for the Conference online by using our secure Online Registration form.

  4. What type of discounts do you offer and how many can I use?

    We offer a discount to members of ISM. Members save $250 over the nonmember registration fee.

    Receive a one-year ISM Membership* with your nonmember Conference registration fee. A subscription to Inside Supply Management® magazine, unlimited access to the ISM Web site, discounts on products and services — all benefits enjoyed by ISM members.

    *Pending completion and approval of membership application. Direct membership only. $190 USD value. Individual must meet ISM qualifications for membership. Want to join a local ISM affiliate? Your local ISM affiliate is a rich resource for networking, education and professional development. Call ISM Customer Service for more information. Additional fees may apply for affiliate membership.

    We also offer a discount for early registration. Please see details in question number 2.

    Other discounts include*:
    Register for the complete 4-day conference registration and a two or three-day pre-conference seminar and you may deduct $100 from the conference registration. OR register three or more people at one time for the complete conference registration package and deduct $100 per registration (all three registrations must be mailed in the same envelope, or faxed at the same time.) One-day conference registrations do not qualify for any of these discounts.

    *Only one discount option allowed per registration form.

  5. Can I be invoiced?

    At this time that is not possible, payment must accompany registration.

  6. I want the member rate on the conference registration, how can I become a member when I register?

    Receive a one-year ISM Membership* with your nonmember Conference registration fee. A subscription to Inside Supply Management® magazine, unlimited access to the ISM Web site, discounts on products and services — all benefits enjoyed by ISM members.

    *Pending completion and approval of membership application. Direct membership only. $190 USD value. Individual must meet ISM qualifications for membership. Want to join a local ISM affiliate? Your local ISM affiliate is a rich resource for networking, education and professional development. Call ISM Customer Service for more information. Additional fees may apply for affiliate membership.

  7. How should I dress for the conference?

    Dress for the conference is business casual. We recommend dressing in layers to accommodate the varying room temperatures.

  8. Can my guest go to the workshops with me?

    The Guest program registration includes meals only and is available for $190. Seating is limited for the workshop sessions.

  9. Do I have to select my workshops now, or can I make my selections when the conference begins?

    Your session selections help us assign meeting room space for each educational session. This allows us to project which sessions are in demand, but it does not guarantee your seating. If you change your mind, you may attend a different session than the one you signed up for on your registration form. Session seating is on a first-come, first-served basis, unless otherwise noted.

  10. What meals are included in the complete conference registration?

    Monday lunch, Tuesday breakfast, Tuesday lunch, and Wednesday brunch. We also offer a reception on Sunday and Monday featuring light hors d'oeuvres.

  11. Do you offer Vegetarian, salt free, fat free, or any other special dietary meals?

    If you have special dietary needs or if you require any special services or auxiliary aids in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, please be sure to check the appropriate line on the Conference registration form. An ISM representative will contact you to confirm your special needs.

  12. How does the online Personal Planner work?

    • Search for events of interest using the links to the left or the "Search" button on your planner.
    • Many events are in your planner by default: meals, keynote presentations, etc. If an event needs to be added to your planner (workshops, CPSM® Exams, Pre-conference seminars), use the "Add Event to Planner" button.
    • Use the "All Events" button to see your entire schedule.
    • Once you have added all your events to your planner, you can print the planner to take with you to the conference. Remember: Workshop seating is on first come first served basis.
    • To register for the conference online, the "Use to Register" button will automatically fill out all the information from your planner into the online registration form.
    • Use the "Custom Event" button to schedule anything you want during the event -- you can use the planner to keep track of conference, personal, and business events during the conference

  13. How do I find out about events at the conference?

    When you receive your registration on-site at the Conference, your packet will include the official Program Book which details all of the functions taking place during the Conference.

  14. Is it possible to take the CPSM® exams during the Conference?

    Modules are offered on Saturday, May 2, 2009 for the CPSM®. Register for the complete Conference or a 2- or 3-day pre-Conference seminar and take up to two certification exam modules for half-price*. Register early, seating is limited.

    *This offer pertains only to the exam presented on May 2, 2009 for the CPSM®, in Charlotte during ISM's 94th Annual International Supply Management Conference and Educational Exhibit. Space is Limited.

  15. Will I receive confirmation of my registration?

    Yes. Registration confirmation letters are sent via e-mail to the address listed on your registration form.

  16. Can I earn Continuing Education Hours (CEHs) for my participation at the Conference?

    You can earn a maximum of 16 Continuing Education Hours for your Conference attendance by attending sessions that are designed as educational. A documentation form will be included in the registration packet you receive when you check in at ISM Registration.

  17. What kind of networking opportunities are there during the Conference?

    There are several opportunities to network with your colleagues, with association representatives, and with solution-providers. The Educational Exhibit Hall is open at various times throughout the Conference so take advantage of that agenda to meet your suppliers and to network with other Conference participants.

  18. What hotels do you recommend?

    ISM has contracted with the following hotels for a special ISM room rate. Rooms sell out quickly so make your reservations as soon as possible. The ISM rate is offered until 4/10/09. Rooms sell out quickly so please be sure to make your reservation early.

    All Conference sessions take place at the Charlotte Convention Center.

    Please book your room directly with the hotel. After April 10, 2009, the rooms are at market rate.

    The Westin Charlotte
    601 South College St.
    Charlotte, NC 28202
    866/837-4148
    www.westin.com/charlotte

    Charlotte Marriott City Center
    100 West Trade St.
    Charlotte, NC 28202
    800/228-9290
    www.marriottcitycenter.com

    Hilton Charlotte Center City SOLD OUT
    222 East 3rd St.
    Charlotte, NC 28202

    Conference registration does not include hotel accommodations; you are responsible for your own hotel reservations. Charlotte is a popular destination, so please make your hotel reservations early.




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