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Conference Registration Information


Three Easy Ways to Register

Internet: Register via the Internet through our Web site at . Credit card payment only. Register by 3/1/2008 to receive the best discount.

Fax: 480/752-2299 available 24 hours a day (credit card payment only).

Mail: (postmarked by April 20, 2008)
ISM Annual Conference,
P.O. Box 22160, Tempe, AZ 85285-2160
(check, money order or credit card payment).

Payment must accompany registration. Please note: We are unable to accept Conference registrations over the phone. Please use one of our three easy registration methods: Web site, fax or mail.


Important Registration Dates:
  Member Price Nonmember Price
Registrations Post-marked by 3/1/08 $1,079 $1,329
Registrations Post-marked by 4/20/08 $1,179 $1,429
Late Registrations After 4/20/08 $1,249 $1,499

The following Allied Association receives ISM member pricing: CAPPO. Please provide proof of membership.

Registrations postmarked by March 1, 2008, receive $170 off the Conference registration fee, and those postmarked by April 20, 2008, save $70 off the Conference registration fee.

The complete Conference registration package includes: 9 educational sessions, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday keynote addresses, Economic Panel, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday lunch, Tuesday breakfast and banquet, Wednesday brunch, all general sessions and entrance into the Exhibit Hall. In addition, you may attend the Networking Jam Sessions and you are invited to submit your résumé and participate in the Conference Career Center.


One-Day Conference Registration:

Includes all Conference events scheduled for that day: educational sessions, meals and entrance into the Exhibit Hall.

  MemberPrice Nonmember Price
Sunday $300 $360
Monday $405 $485
Tuesday $495 $595
Wednesday $300 $360

(Discount offers do not apply to One-Day or spouse/guest registrations.)


Spouse/Guest Registration:

Sunday/Monday/Tuesday lunch, Tuesday breakfast, Tuesday banquet and Wednesday brunch.

Guests $190

Extra Meals:

Each meal function is already included with your complete Conference registration package. You may purchase additional meals on-site.

Sunday Lunch $40
Monday Lunch $50
Tuesday Breakfast $40
Tuesday Lunch $50
Tuesday Banquet — A Great Value! $40
Wednesday Brunch $50

Membership

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.

Direct membership only. $180 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. Your membership application must be received by ISM Customer Service by June 1, 2008.

*Pending completion and approval of membership application. Direct membership only. $180 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.


Continuing Education Hours:

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.


Confirmation Letters:

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


Discounts

Pre-Conference Seminar Discount:

Individuals registering for the complete four-day Conference registration package and a two or three-day pre-Conference seminar may deduct $100 from the Conference registration fee.


Team Discount:

Register three or more people at one time for the complete Conference registration package (registrations must be sent together in the same envelope) and deduct $100 per registration. By mail or fax only; not available online.


Only one discount option allowed per registration form. One-day Conference registrations do not qualify for discounts.


Pre-Conference Seminar Early Bird Discount:

Register for a two- or three-day Pre-Conference Seminar 30 days or more before the program start date, and receive the Early Bird Discount* pricing (a savings of $200). *Early Bird Discount not applicable on program #4321.


Session Selection and Seating:

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.


Dress:

Workshop sessions: Business casual.
Banquet: Business attire.
Please note, temperatures in meeting rooms may vary.


Special Needs:

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.


Tax Deduction:

The Internal Revenue Service may permit an income tax deduction to U.S. residents for expenses (including registration fees, travel costs, meals and lodging) incurred in pursuit of continuing professional education. Consult your tax advisor for details.


Photo Release:

From time to time, we use photographs of participants in our promotional material. By virtue of your attendance, you agree to the use of your likeness in such material.


ISM Cancellation/Refund Policy:

Notification of your cancellation must be in writing. Cancellations received up to the day prior to the program are subject to a $100 cancellation charge. No refunds are given once the program has begun. Registrants who fail to attend a program are not entitled to a refund. ISM must be contacted within 30 days of the program completion in order for a refund to be considered. ISM reserves the right to substitute speakers. If the program is not held for any reason, ISM's liability is limited to the program fee.

Program subject to change. Check your confirmation letter for schedule verification.



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