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Frequently Asked Questions
The Training Leadership Summit 2008 FAQ is organized by category to make your information search easier. Please click on one of the links below:
Attendees
Media
Need more answers? Personal assistance?
Please contact us:
Attendees - trainingconference@cdsreg.com or 508.743.8505
Media - shereen.abuzobaa@nielsen.com or 703.488.2809
Sponsorships - sean.nodland@nielsen.com or 703.488.2745
ATTENDEES
SCHEDULE INFO
What are the dates of Training Leadership Summit 2008?
What is the conference schedule?
When are other Training Magazine Events?
TRAVEL
Where is Training Leadership Summit 2008 being held?
What is the airport to fly in to?
What hotels are offering special rates?
How do I book a hotel room?
How do I get an International Visa letter of invitation?
Are there any airline or rental car discounts available?
REGISTRATION AND BADGES
How do I register for the show?
How do I make a change to my registration?
What are the fees to attend the conference?
What are the registration hours?
Can I transfer my registration to someone else at my company?
How do I cancel my registration, and what is the cancellation policy?
How do we get a group discount?
Do you offer government or higher education discounts?
I am having problems registering on the Web site. Is there someone I can speak to?
How can I find out/confirm that I am pre-registered?
When will I receive my badge?
How do get an invoice?
Do you accept purchase orders?
How do I get a W-9 form?
How can I be deleted from your mailing, fax or email list?
Can I register onsite?
I want to bring a guest, is there a guest registration?
CONFERENCE
What sessions are being offered at Training Leadership Summit 2008?
How much do the sessions cost?
Do I need to get a ticket to attend the sessions?
MISCELLANEOUS
What is the dress for the show?
Who should attend the show?
MEDIA
Who may receive complimentary press credentials?
How do I register?
How will I know my registration has been approved?
When will I receive my press badge?
When will the press room be open?
What is the schedule for the show?
When are other Training Magazine Events?
ATTENDEES
SCHEDULE INFO
What are the dates of Training Leadership Summit 2008?
May 4-7, 2008
What is the conference schedule?
Click here to view the full conference schedule.
When are other Training Magazine Events?
Visit www.TrainingMagEvents.com for the most up to date information on future events.
TRAVEL
Where is Training Leadership Summit 2008 being held?
All events will take place at Rancho Bernardo Inn, 17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive, San Diego, CA 92128.
What is the airport to fly in to?
San Diego (SAN-Lindberg Field San Diego Airport)
What hotels are offering special rates?
A specially rated block of rooms is being held at Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Resort and Spa. The TLS discounted rate is $239 (plus $15 resort fee). If you have not already done so, reserve your room today!
To make your hotel reservation, please call the hotel's toll free number 800.542.6096 x1 and identify yourself as part of the Training Leadership Summit (TLS).
At San Diego's beautiful Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Resort & Spa, enjoy the best of everything you expect from your perfect resort. Relax in inviting accommodations and enjoy award-winning cuisine at El Bizcocho. Indulge in a luxurious spa treatment in an outdoor spa or visit the new 2,500-square-foot Aragon Pool and Hydro-Spa. Challenge yourself to 18 holes of championship golf with gracious, genuine service offered by Rancho Bernardo's renowned AAA Four-Diamond course, with a peaceful valley backdrop and tree-lined fairways.
San Diego is one of the nation's most popular travel destinations. Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Resort & Spa is located just minutes from many of San Diego's top attractions: Wild Animal Park, Legoland, Sea World, San Diego Zoo, Southern California Beaches, and Big Bay—27 miles of waterfront featuring bayside parks, marinas, hundreds of shops and restaurants, and miles of promenades and bikeways.
How do I book a hotel room?
To make your hotel reservation, please call the hotel's toll free number 800.542.6096 x1 and identify yourself as part of the Training Leadership Summit (TLS).
A specially rated block of rooms is being held at Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Resort and Spa. The TLS discounted rate is $239 (plus $15 resort fee). If you have not already done so, reserve your room today!
How do I get an International Visa letter of invitation?
Once you are registered and paid in full, send an email requesting an International Visa letter of invitation to training@nielsen.com. Please include your full name, date of birth, passport number, passport date of issue and passport date of expiration. A letter of invitation will be sent via email within five business days. Please note that if your Visa request is denied by your country, you will receive a full refund for your registration fees.
Are there any airline or rental car discounts available?
Airlines Discounts
American Airlines:
Book your flights to Training Leadership Summit in San Diego, California directly online at www.aa.com to take advantage of a 5% discount off published, non-refundable fares on American Airlines, American Eagle and American Connection.
It's simple-after you have selected your flights, under the "Enter Passenger Details" tab go to the "AA.com Discount Code" field and enter in A6658AE. This discount is valid for travel through May 9, 2008. Please note that fares in "Q" and "O" inventories are not eligible for a discount. Click on www.aa.com to book your flights.
Northwest Airlines:
Visit www.nwa.com to take advantage of discounted airfares on Northwest Airlines. Here's how:
1.Under the Deals and News column and the Flights tab, click on "NWA Discount Travel E-Cert Redemption" which is located at the bottom.
2. On the Flight Search screen, click Login. Enter your WorldPerks number or Continue to login as Guest.
3. Complete the Flight Search section and navigate to the bottom where you will see "Do you have an E-Cert Fare, electronic voucher or meeting agreement?" Select type (i.e. "WorldFile number") and then enter the WorldFile number NMCBQ in the Meeting WorldFile Number box and complete your transaction.
Or tickets can also be purchased by contacting Northwest Convention Reservations at 1.800.328.1111 during business hours Monday - Friday.
Car Rental
Hertz
Easy Reservations can be booked with: CV# 042H0001 online at www.hertz.com or by calling Hertz at 1.800.654.2240. Or click here.
REGISTRATION AND BADGES
How do I register for the show?
There are three ways to register:
1 - Online at www.TrainingSummit.com.
2 - Download a registration form and fax it to 508-759-4552.
3 - Download a registration form and mail it to Training Leadership Summit 2008,
c/o Convention Data Services, 107 Waterhouse Road, Bourne, MA 02532.
How do I make a change to my registration?
You can make changes to your contact information or print a confirmation/receipt online here. If you would like to change or upgrade your registration, please contact Registration Customer Service at 508.743.8505 or email trainingconference@cdsreg.com.
What are the fees to attend the conference?
Training Summit + Symposium + Disney Workshop
One person - $2095
Two people from the same company - $1995 each
Three or more people from the same company - $1895 each
Training Summit + Symposium
One person - $1895
Two people from the same company - $1795 each
Three or more people from the same company - $1695 each
Training Summit + Disney Workshop
One person - $1595
Two people from the same company - $1495 each
Three or more people from the same company - $1395 each
Training Summit Registration ONLY
One person - $1595
Two people from the same company - $1495 each
Three or more people from the same company - $1295 each
Symposium ONLY
$695
Note: VIP discounts are not valid on Symposium ONLY registrations
Disney Workshop ONLY
$395
Note: VIP discounts are not valid on Disney Workshop ONLY registrations
What are the registration hours?
Sunday, May 4 8:00am - 5:00pm
Monday, May 5 7:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday, May 6 8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday, May 7 8:00am - 12:00pn
Note: Registration hours are subject to change. Please check the web site for updates. Final registration hours will be included in final show information emailed to all attendees two weeks before the conference.
Can I transfer my registration to someone else at my company?
Yes, transfers can be done at any time. Before the show, transfers must be done in writing to trainingconference@cdsreg.com or to Training Leadership Summit 2008, c/o Convention Data Services, 107 Waterhouse Road, Bourne, MA 02532. They can also be done at the registration counter onsite at Rancho Bernardo Inn Resort and Spa during registration hours.
How do I cancel my registration, and what is the cancellation policy?
All cancellations must be received in writing trainingconference@cds.com or to Training Leadership Summit 2008, c/o Convention Data Services, 107 Waterhouse Road, Bourne, MA 02532. All cancellations are subject to a $50 processing fee. All cancellations received on or before April 2, 2008 will be refunded. No cancellations will be refunded after April 2, 2008. All refunds will be processed approximately two weeks after the show.
How do we get a group discount?
Group discounts are available to companies registering more than one person. In order to get a group discount, all registrations must be processed at the same time. Groups can either register online and the discount will automatically be deducted, or groups can mail/fax their registration forms and payment in together. Click here for pricing information.
Do you offer government or higher education discounts?
Discounts are available for government and higher education attendees. Please send an email to training@nielsen.com from your government or education email account, or send a fax on company letterhead to 703.488.2800 attn: Registration, for more information.
I am having problems registering on the Web site. Is there someone I can speak to?
Please contact Registration Customer Service Department at 508.743.8505 or email trainingconference@cdsreg.com.
How can I find out/confirm that I am pre-registered?
If you registered online, you will receive an automatic confirmation via email. If you registered via fax or mail (and did not provide an email address), a confirmation letter will be sent to you within five business days. If you did not receive a confirmation, please contact the Registration Customer Service Department at 508.743.8505 or email trainingconference@cdsreg.com.
When will I receive my badge?
Badges will be not be mailed in advance for this show. Please go to the registration counter at the Rancho Bernardo Inn Resort and Spa during registration hours to pick up your badge.
How do get an invoice?
Send an email to training@nielsen.com to request an invoice. Please include your company name and address, name of attendee(s), what they would like to attend, and any VIP/discount codes you have. Invoices will be emailed or mailed within five business days. All registrations must be paid in full prior to the conference. Please allow adequate time to get your invoice processed.
Do you accept purchase orders?
Yes. Please send your purchase orders to training@nielsen.com or fax 703.488.2800 (attention: Registration). Once we receive your purchase order, we will send you an invoice within five business days. All registrations must be paid in full prior to the conference. Please allow adequate time to get your invoice processed.
How do I get a W-9 form?
Click here to download a W-9 form.
How can I be deleted from your mailing, fax or email list?
If you would like to be removed from the mailing, fax or email list, please send your request via fax to 703.488.2800 Attn: Registration, or email training@nielsen.com. Please include "Remove from Mailing List" in the subject line.
Can I register onsite?
Yes, please visit the registration counter at the Rancho Bernardo Inn Resort and Spa during registration hours.
I want to bring a guest, is there a guest registration?
All attendees must be registered for the conference, there is no guest registration.
CONFERENCE
What sessions are being offered at Training Leadership Summit 2008?
Click here to view the full conference schedule.
How much do the sessions cost?
All of the sessions are included in the Training Summit registration. Pre-conference Symposia and Post-conference Workshop are an additional expense. Costs are outlined below.
Training Summit + Symposium + Disney Workshop
One person - $2095
Two people from the same company - $1995 each
Three or more people from the same company - $1895 each
Training Summit + Symposium
One person - $1895
Two people from the same company - $1795 each
Three or more people from the same company - $1695 each
Training Summit + Disney Workshop
One person - $1595
Two people from the same company - $1495 each
Three or more people from the same company - $1395 each
Training Summit Registration ONLY
One person - $1595
Two people from the same company - $1495 each
Three or more people from the same company - $1295 each
Symposium ONLY
$695
Note: VIP discounts are not valid on Symposium ONLY registrations
Disney Workshop ONLY
$395
Note: VIP discounts are not valid on Disney Workshop ONLY registrations
Do I need to get a ticket to attend the sessions?
All of the conference sessions are included in your Training Summit registration. You do not need to sign up for individual sessions ahead of time, nor will you need tickets to get in to the sessions.
MISCELLANEOUS
What is the dress for the show?
The conference is business casual.
Who should attend the show?
If you are charged with directing strategies and cost-effective responses to the learning challenges facing your organization, this is your event. Training magazine's Training Leadership Summit is an exclusive event for senior, in-house learning professionals.
MEDIA ANSWERS
Who may receive complimentary press credentials?
Press are evaluated on a case by case basis. Generally, the following people are eligible for press credentials:
Reporters and editors with industry publications;
Business publications;
Newspaper and wire services;
TV and radio broadcasters;
Freelance writers, reporters and authors currently under contract with industry press; and
Industry analysts.
How do I register?
* To be registered as a member of the press, you must provide proper editorial credentials indicating employment by established news outlet.
A copy of your business card must accompany your registration form.
* Freelance writers, reporters and bloggers must include two samples of industry-related bylined articles, blogs or reports published within the last six months.
* Sales/marketing representatives are not considered members of the working press and must sign up at the attendee registration area.
* Authors and/or book publishers in the process of researching future books on the training industry are not eligible for press credentials.
* Prior Training show press passes and passes from other trades shows will not be accepted as proof of editorial credentials.
Please submit your completed registration form and credentials to Shereen Abuzobaa, Shereen.abuzobaa@nielsen.com or fax 703.488.2800. After your email is received, you will be contacted regarding your registration. All press will be sent a confirmation email confirming their registration after their credentials have been reviewed. Please allow 5 business days for processing.
How will I know my registration has been approved?
All press will be sent a confirmation email confirming their registration after their credentials have been reviewed.
When will I receive my press badge?
Badges will not be mailed in advance. You can pick up your press badge at the Rancho Bernardo Inn Resort and Spa during registration hours.
When will the press room be open?
There is no press room for Training Leadership Summit 2008. Press can utilize the computers in the Cyber Cafe.
What is the schedule for the show?
Click here to view the full conference schedule.
When are other Training Magazine Events?
Visit www.TrainingMagEvents.com for the most up to date information on future events.
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