2020 Symposium Special Instructions

ADVANCE/ON-SITE REGISTRATION

The programs lined up for AIFD’s “Vision” are truly sensational and an early registration sell-out is possible. Be sure to register early! Advance registrations will close June 15 and must be received with proper payment in the AIFD® office by that date.

On-site registrations (if available) will open at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 2 at the Chicago Hilton Hotel. No checks will be accepted for onsite registrations; cash or credit cards only.

Priority for meal function registrations will be given to those with Premium or General Registrations. Premium Registrations and Meal Tickets are not available after June 15.

 

REGISTRATION

OPTIONS

Premium Registration  Includes: • educational programs and seminars • meal functions • Partners’ Expo • and hospitalities

General Registration  Includes: • educational programs and seminars • Partners’ Expo • and hospitalities

AIFD® highly recommends the Premium Registration. This includes all programs, seminars (except for those indicated otherwise such as the Hands-On Education sessions and other workshops with separate registration/tickets), two lunches and one dinner function.

A General Registration includes all 7/2 to 7/6 sessions (except workshops indicating a separate registration), the opening reception, and Partners’ Showcase.

Additional Registration Options
You may opt for a Single Day Registration and view only the programs and activities of the day(s) of your choice (meals and additional workshops excluded).

 

CANCELLATION POLICY

Full refund if canceled by May 15. A $100.00 charge will be applied to any cancellations between May 15 and June 15.

After June 15, the ONLY refunds that will be given are for death in the immediate family, airline cancellations that make travel impossible, or serious illness of the attendee that prevented you from traveling. Proper legal documentation will be required. Premium and General registrants will receive a registration refund minus a $300 administrative fee. Additional meal tickets and any additional add-ons, such as workshops, will not be refunded. PFDE® and Partners’ Showcase refund policies still apply separately. No refunds will be processed until reviewed and approved by the AIFD® National Executive Committee.

Direct all inquiries and registrations to:
AIFD
2331 Rock Spring Road
Forest Hill, MD 21050
Phone: 443-966-3850
Fax: 443-640-1031
email: info@aifd.org

 

DINNER SEATING

To assist you in being able to sit with your friends, table seating for the AIFD® Awards and Induction Dinner is coordinated through an assignment of seats prior to each event.

Upon check-in with the AIFD® Symposium Registration Desk, guests who registered for this meal function will receive a seat assignment ticket. Turn in your seat assignment to the table-seating coordinator at the AIFD® Registration desk to be assigned your table number. Lunches do not require pre-seating.

If you know you would like to sit with certain friends or family at either event, be sure to coordinate the collection of tickets in advance. Tickets turned in together will be seated together. Tables/seats cannot be held without tickets.

*All tickets MUST be returned for table assignment by Noon on Monday, July 5 for the Awards and Induction Dinner. Otherwise, AIFD® cannot guarantee a seat for you, even if you have purchased a ticket. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN.

Tickets WILL BE collected at meal functions.

 

WHERE TO STAY

The AIFD® 2020 National Symposium “Vision” will take place at the Chicago Hilton Hotel, touted for its central location and access to world class dining, entertainment, and shopping. AIFD® has a limited number of rooms awaiting you at special rates available on an exclusive basis: $170 for single/double occupancy plus tax.

Hilton Chicago
720 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605

You can book your reservations in the following ways (Be sure to reference AIFD®):
• Website: https://book.passkey.com/go/AIFDCHICAGO2020
• Hilton Reservation: 855-786-4716 (reference: MNL)

Reservations must be must be made May 29, 2020.

 

HOW TO GET THERE

Airports: Chicago Midway and O’Hare International Airport.

Both airports are a 40 minute cab/rideshare (approx. $50) drive from the airport. Chicago Hilton is also accessible by subway/light rail.

 

WHAT TO WEAR

Proper attire for most Symposium programs is “business casual.” There are several events where other clothing is more appropriate. Suggested attire for the Awards and Induction Ceremony/Dinner is cocktail.

Volunteers: plan on sporty casual attire and comfortable non-slip shoes.
*Note – The hotel will be air-conditioned, bring a sweater.

 

Code of Conduct

By registering for this event you are agreeing to abide by AIFD’s Code of Conduct as outlined here.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have questions please visit our FAQs page for helpful information.