How do I register for SPTechCon?
You can register for the conference by either using the link from the conference site or going directly to the registration site. When you register, you will be asked to provide an e-mail address and to create a password.

Can I register more than one person at a time?
Yes, you can register more than one person or a group of people on our system. When registering, answer yes to the question: Will you be registering more than one person for this event? If you have several people to register, this is the quickest option and will facilitate billing for all of you on one invoice. The first person registered will be considered the Primary Attendee. Changes to any registrant in the group must be done through the record of the Primary Attendee. Use a password that can be shared by all group attendees. Please enter a separate e-mail address for each individual so that they may receive information concerning their participation in the conference.

I’ve selected the P.O option; what happens next?
If you’ve selected to pay via purchase order, you will be billed immediately for your registration. If you don’t have the actual P.O. number when you register, please submit the registration confirmation you get from us to your Accounts Payable Department so they can assign it a P.O. number. When you have an actual P.O. number, please enter it into your registration record. Once the P.O. number has been entered, we will send you an invoice. All invoices must be paid in full before attending the conference.

I need a receipt. Can you send one to me?
You can generate your own receipt by following these steps:

Go to the registration site
Click on EXISTING REGISTRATION.
Enter your E-MAIL and continue.
Enter your PASSWORD and continue.
A variety of functions are offered. Select VIEW, PRINT OR E-MAIL REGISTRATION RECORD OR INVOICE.
Click on the AGENDA & FEES tab.
Click on PRINT A COMPLETE RECORD OF MY REGISTRATION.
Click on PRINT THIS PAGE.

I need a taxpayer ID number. How do I get that?
The tax ID number for BZ Media is 11-3498003. Please email your W-9 requests to sptechcon@bzmediamail.com .

I have other questions. Whom can I contact?
You can contact the following individuals:
Kathy Bruin, Conference Manager, kbruin@bzmedia.com
Stacy Burris, Registration Manager, sburris@bzmedia.com
Jill Campbell, Marketing Manager, jcampbell@bzmedia.com

When do I check-in to the conference?
You can check in at the Registration Desk:

• Tuesday, February 9 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
• Wednesday, February 10 from 7:30 am – 7:30 pm
• Thursday, February 11 from 7:30 am – 7:00 pm
• Friday, February 12 from 7:30 am – 3:30 pm

Is there Internet access available?
Yes, there is High Speed Internet Access free for SPTechCon attendees at the Hyatt in classrooms and in the registration area.

What do I need to bring to the conference? Do I need to bring my laptop to class?
Bring a pen and notebook or pad. If you have business cards, bring those for networking with your colleagues. It’s not necessary to bring a laptop to most classes, but power strips are provided to accommodate multiple laptop users in each class. Check the course descriptions for more information; some courses benefit with laptop use.

What is the best way to keep up-to-date with program changes?
From time to time, speakers change, classes get moved or canceled, and more options are added to the mix. We update conference registrants on a regular basis, but the best place to check is the web site. The web site contains all of the latest updates regarding the program. If you have any questions regarding a class time or speaker change, please contact Kathy Bruin, Conference Manager, at kbruin@bzmedia.com.

What kind of materials will I receive for the classes?
All of the presentations will be available on our web site. When we receive the materials from each presenter, attendees will be notified via email with the URL of the materials list as well as a password for access.

Are food and beverages provided?
Some meals are included and you can take advantage of great opportunities to network with your colleagues during these breaks:

Wednesday, February 10

• Continental Breakfast: 7:30 am – 8:30 am
• Coffee breaks: 10:00 am – 10:30 am & 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm
• Lunch: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
• Reception: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Thursday, February 11

• Continental Breakfast: 7:30 am – 8:15 am
• Coffee breaks: 10:45 am – 11:30 am & 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• Lunch: 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm
• Ice Cream break:  3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• Pizza & Answers: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Friday, February 12

• Continental Breakfast: 7:30 am – 8:15 am
• Coffee break: 11:00 am – 11:30 am
• Lunch: 12:45 am – 1:45 pm

When is the Exhibit Hall open?
The Exhibit Hall is open Wednesday from 2:30 pm – 8:00 pm and Thursday from 10:30 am – 4:00 pm.

Is there a dress code?
There is no specific dress code, but business casual is suggested.

Is there a shuttle to & from the airport?
Yes, the Hyatt does provide a shuttle service to and from San Francisco airport. The shuttle is available every day, 24-hours a day and runs every 10-15 minutes.  Take your luggage to the Departures Level, center island, and look for the area marked "Hotel Shuttle." The shuttle is a large bus marked "Hyatt Regency and Marriott". For arrivals from Midnight – 4:46 a.m.:  shuttles pick up every 30 minutes.

What about parking?