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Frequently Asked Questions
General EventQ: What is the GCSAA Education Conference and Golf Industry Show?A: The largest gathering of golf course management professionals in the world, filled with education, networking and a dynamic trade show floor. Q: Who attends the GCSAA Education Conference and Golf Industry Show?A: Movers and shakers in the golf industry, including thousands of superintendents with whom you can share best practices. Q: This is my first time attending, what should I do?A: First, determine what you want to gain from the event. What projects and objectives is your facility undertaking? What would you like to learn? Are you attending primarily to network and meet new people? Are you considering a job change? Some or all of these reasons may apply to you. Determine what your goals are and then use these planning tips to assist in achieving them and make the most of your time at the Education Conference and Golf Industry Show. Conference EducationQ: How is the education program developed?A: Conference education programming is developed with the help of the Conference Education Committee, which consists of superintendent, assistant superintendent, and university faculty members. Topics needed in the curriculum are solicited and selected through the Call for Presentations process for sessions, such as the Innovative, Research Solutions and Coffee Talk with the Experts, and through the Request for Proposals for seminars, for which a separate fee is charged. All submittals are reviewed and rated by the committee. Those that are most relevant to the planned sessions and seminars, and highly rated by the committee are selected. Q: How can I become a speaker?A: The annual conference Call for Presentations launches the first week of January and continues through the first week of March. Submittal forms can be found in the Education section of gcsaa.org during that time. You are welcome to submit as many topics as you'd like. Those selected to present at the conference receive complimentary full-package registration and .25 service points for their participation. Q: Will all education events be held at the convention center?A: The majority of the events will be held at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center. Q: What is the dress code?A: Recommended dress for the GCSAA Education Conference and the Golf Industry Show is business casual for seminars and golf casual attire for all other events. Q: What is Team Day?A: Golf Industry Show Team Day offers a multitude of opportunities to develop teamwork and leadership skills for the development of each member of the golf facility. It includes the General Session, USGA Session and the Golf Industry Show. Discover New OrleansQ. What is there to do in New Orleans?A: For more information about the city and to develop a perfect itinerary, visit the New Orleans Web site custom designed for GCSAA. Q: Can I bring my family? Will there be events for them to enjoy?A: Definitely! Bring the entire family to indulge, savor and celebrate this thriving, one-of-a-kind city. Q: I have a specific question about New Orleans. Who do I ask?A: New Orleans has specific FAQ to assist in learning more about the city. Golf Industry ShowQ: Can my family attend the Golf Industry Show with me?A: The Golf Industry Show is open for family participation on Friday and Saturday. Please note that registration is required for ALL attendees. Q: When is the Golf Industry Show?A: Thursday, Feb. 5 - 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday, Feb. 6 - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 7 - 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Q: Who is the keynote speaker at the Opening Session?A: The keynote speaker will be announced soon. Q: What is the dress code?A: Recommended dress for the GCSAA Education Conference and the Golf Industry Show is business casual for seminars and golf casual attire for all other events. Q: What is Team Day?A: Golf Industry Show Team Day offers a multitude of opportunities to develop teamwork and leadership skills for the development of each member of the golf facility. It includes the General Session, USGA Session and the Golf Industry Show. Housing & TravelQ: What is the headquarters hotel?A: GCSAA HQ will be the Hilton Riverside. Q: When can I make my hotel reservations?A: Housing will open Aug. 1, 2008. Reservations can be made by calling Golf Industry Travel at 800-442-7220 or returning to gcsaa.org/conference on that date. Q: Can I secure a block of rooms for my chapter?A: Yes. Contact Golf Industry Travel at 800-442-7220 and ask for Michele Onofrio. International AttendeesQ: What is the registration fee for international attendees?A: Other than the stated prices for members and nonmembers outlined on the registration pages online at gcsaa.org/conference or in the brochure, there are no additional fees from GCSAA for attendees. NetworkingQ: Is there an opportunity to network with my peers?A: Opportunities are everywhere! From the shuttle buses to the trade show floor, to seminars and social events you will be surrounded by thousands of your peers. RegistrationQ: How and when do I register?A: Member registration opens Oct. 1, 2008 and nonmember registration opens Oct. 30, 2008. Beginning on those dates you can register online at gcsaa.org/conference or fax or mail in the registration forms found online or in the printed brochure. If you do not receive a brochure and would like one, please call us at 800-472-7878 to request a copy. Q: How much does it cost to attend?A: There are a variety of packages available for both members and nonmembers. Please see the registration forms available in your brochure or online for detailed information. Q: How can I attend on a tight budget?A: For several suggestions visit Budgeting for the Big Easy. Q: What is the cancellation policy?A: Cancellation requests must be in writing and received by Jan. 15, 2009, to receive a refund. A $25 administrative fee will be charged for all full and/or partial cancelations. After Jan. 15, 2009, no refunds will be made. Special refund note: If your credentials have been mailed at the time of your cancellation, you must return them to GCSAA before any refund will be issued. Please call GCSAA registration at 800-472-7878 if you have any questions. Q: What does the registration fee include?A: Full package registration includes access to many wonderful sessions and events such as the Welcoming Reception, Opening Session and the Golf Industry Show General Session, just to name a few as well as access to the trade show floor. It does not include any seminars or special events with fees listed. A Trade Show Only package includes only access to the trade show floor. Please see the brochure for a full list of events, fees and times. Q: My question is not here - who should I contact?A: Contact GCSAA Member/Customer Solutions at 800-472-7878 or via e-mail. |
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