The David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh  |  October 14th, 2010
Frequently Asked Questions

When is the conference?

Thursday, October 14, 2010 (7th Annual)

 

How long is the conference?

7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, exact times are subject to change

 

Where is the conference?

David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh

1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd.

Pittsburgh, PA  15222

412/565-6000

http://www.pittsburghcc.com/cc/

 

Directions and Parking

Address:

1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd.

Pittsburgh, PA  15222

For directions, please visit www.pittsburghcc.com. Parking information will be posted on the conference website as the conference date gets closer and the info will also be included in the registration confirmations sent via mail three weeks prior to the event.

 

What is included?

Light continental breakfast

Lunch

Two main keynote sessions

Three breakout sessions featuring more than 15 topics to choose from

Access to the exhibit hall all day

Access to the resume critique and Mentor Match

 

How much does it cost?

Early bird pricing:

One ticket: $125.00

You and a friend: $250.00

Table of 10: $1,250.00

Student Cost: $65

** Prices increase as the conference date gets closer

 

Who is speaking this year?

Information changes frequently as more speakers are added onto the conference; please check our Speaker Page for updated information.

 

Who hosts the event?

Governor Edward G. Rendell and the Pennsylvania Commission for Women

 

What should I wear/What may I bring?

Attendees generally wear business or casual attire.  During the day, you will be moving throughout the convention center, including up and down stairs so wear comfortable and appropriate clothing and shoes.  Limit yourself to a moderately-sized purse - attendees will receive a Conference bag once you arrive for all of your program materials.

 

I never got an email confirmation, am I registered?

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When will I receive my badges?

Approximately three weeks prior to the event.

 

Cancellations

Cancellations must be made in writing by September 14 and either faxed to 512/532-0920 or emailed to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Seating

Seating is done on a first come/first served basis except for the lunch session.  If a table is purchased, assignments are made based upon registration date -- individual seats are also assigned by date and multiple guests within a single reservation will be seated together.  Requests for special seating cannot be accommodated.

 

Special Needs

Any requests that need to be made due to special needs must be made in writing and received by September 30.  Please fax request to 512/532-0920 or email it to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 

How do I become a sponsor?

Contact Lisa Alonge via 866/428-3700 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

How do I become an exhibitor?

Visit our Exhibitor Page to download the application or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

How do I become a speaker?

Download our speaker guidelines to submit your information

 

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