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Realscreen Summit Frequently Asked Questions

Registration

What does my general conference registration include?

General registration includes access to all sessions, including “Speed Pitching” and “30 Minutes With...” (sign up is required for these sessions through MyEvent), group meals & general delegate networking events plus a delegate handbook, delegate list with contact information, and your listing in the delegate book (register by date to be determined) to be included. General registration does not include access to the Workshops on the afternoon of Sunday February 1, 2009. Workshops may be added to any general registration for an additional fee of USD $300.

What are the ways to register?

Please feel free to use our easy online registration: https://www.realscreensummit.com/2009/register/. Alternatively, you can contact Sharlene Wilder via email at swilder@brunico.com or via phone at 416-408-2300 x 313.

I want to purchase more than one ticket, but I don’t have the names of the attendees yet. What are my options?

Please contact Sharlene Wilder via email at swilder@brunico.com or via phone at 416-408-2300 x 313.

I have already registered but am unable to attend. What are my options?

Should you be unable to attend this event, we require notice in writing on or before January 5, 2009 at 5pm, EST. Cancellations made after this date will not be eligible for a refund or credit. All cancellations are subject to a $150 administration fee.

Your registration may be transferred to another individual at no charge. Should you wish to transfer your registration to another person, please inform us by phone or email to anene@brunico.com, a minimum of 48 hours prior to the event, at 416-408-2300 x 424. To send an email, the following details will be required: (*Mandatory)

*Name of Attendee taking your spot, *Title of Attendee, Direct Phone and Fax Number, *Email Address, and *Company Details (*Name, *Address, Website and *Phone and Fax Numbers)

Why is my email address required?

We need your email address to provide you with your registration confirmation email that includes your link and also to send your e-invoice. Your email information is private and is not given to other delegates.

When do I receive my registration badge/ticket?

Badges and delegate packages may be picked up from the registration desk on the day of the event. Please note that we do not send out physical tickets.

Will I receive a receipt/invoice?

Once your registration has been processed, an invoice will be sent to you via email within 24 to 48 hours upon receipt.

Who is Brunico Marketing Inc.?

The conference is produced by Brunico Marketing Inc., a subsidiary of Brunico Communications Ltd., which publishes KidScreen Magazine, RealScreen Magazine, ‘Boards Magazine, Playback and Strategy Magazine.

General

How can I see the delegate list?

Registered delegates will have access to the Summit's online networking tool, . This allows you to search for individual delegates in advance of the event as well as view the entire list. also allows you to contact other delegates through our private messaging system.

To view delegates, please follow these steps:

• You go to your Home Page
• You will see a series of tabs below: Welcome, XXXXX [My Preferences | Sign Out]
• Please click on “Search Delegates”
• Here you can search “All Delegates” or individual delegates by using our search parameters.

Will there be any networking parties?

Yes. Date, time and location to be announced soon.

MyEvent

What is ?

The online interactive tool designed to help you get a jumpstart on your networking. Registered delegates can search and send messages to each other months in advance of the event. Set up meetings, identify common interests...build partnerships!

How do I get my login info?

Your login information will be sent to you in your confirmation email following registration. Your user name is the email address that you gave us upon registration. If you have misplaced your password, click here to have it re-sent.

Can I change my password to something I can easily remember?

Yes. Please follow these steps to change your password:

• Go to your Home Page
• You will see ‘ Welcome, XXXXX [My Preferences | Sign Out]’ just below the navigation tool bar.
• Click on “My Preferences”
• Click on “LogIn Setup”
• Here you type your old password (given to you in your confirmation email) and then choose a new one that can be easily remembered.

Note: Once you log-in to from your usual computer, it will automatically log you in each time afterwards.

How many “30 Mins With...” and “Speed Pitching” sessions and “Workshops” can I sign up for?

Each delegate may pre-register for a maximum of 2 “30 Mins With...” , 2 “Speed Pitching” sessions and if you signed up for Workshops (additional $300), you can pick 2 workshops to attend. If there are spaces available in additional “30 Minutes With...” onsite, you may join them on a first-come, first-serve basis at the door.

Note: Each “30 Minutes With...” session is capped at 40 delegates in order to maintain a level of intimacy.

Can I sign up for “30 Mins With...” & “Speed Pitching” onsite?

“30 Mins With...” & “Speed Pitching” spaces fill up quickly and as such, registration is not facilitated onsite. Delegates will be informed via email when the registration opens prior to the conference, and we recommend that you select and book your spaces early to avoid disappointment. However, if there are spaces available onsite, you may join them on a first-come, first-serve basis at the door.

How do I sign up for Sessions?

Please go to your home page and follow the instructions below:

• Once in your , you will see a navigation bar at the top: Click on “MyAgenda”.
• A grid with open time slots will generate.
• At the top you your agenda you will see 3 links (see below). Please click on “Go to conference agenda”.
  • Go to conference agenda
  • Go to workshop agenda
  • Go to speed pitching
• Below each session you will see:
  • “Add to MyAgenda” (Regular sessions, pre-registration not required) or “Sign-Up” (limited seating, pre-registration suggested, such as “30 minutes with...” and “Speed Pitching” and “Workshops”)
• Please double click on the slot you would like.
• This brings up a dialogue box advising you that you are adding this pitch session to your personal agenda.
• A green checkmark shows up under session title once you have successfully signed up for a session.

How do I sign up for “Speed Pitching”?

Please go to your home page and follow the instructions below:

• Once in your , you will see a navigation bar at the top: Click on “MyAgenda”.
• A grid with open time slots will generate.
• At the top you your agenda you will see 3 links (see below). Please click on “Go to speed pitching”.
  • Go to conference agenda
  • Go to workshop agenda
  • Go to speed pitching
• After clicking on “Go to speed pitching” a grid will generate. At the top of the grid you will see the Speakers who you will be able to choose. (Note: There are 2 days/hours for speed pitching. You can choose 2 - 15 minutes spots)
• In each time slot you will see “Sign-Up” under each time. Please double click on the slot you would like.
• This brings up a dialogue box advising you that you are adding this pitch session to your personal agenda.
• A green checkmark shows up under session title once you have successfully signed up for a session.

How do I sign up for “30 minutes with...”?

Please go to “How do I sign-up for sessions” and follow instructions.

What can I do if during sign up I didn’t make it into the session(s) I wanted?

Don’t panic! You should pre-register yourself in your next best sessions that will meet your needs and we encourage you to check frequently as delegates sometimes make changes to their personal agenda, which may leave a session slot open. Also, you are welcome to check with our room monitor, located outside each session onsite.

Is there a waiting list?

There is no official waiting list. However, we do encourage you to check frequently as delegates sometimes make changes to their personal agenda, which may leave a session slot open. Also, you are welcome to check with our staff onsite.

Can I switch/cancel sessions after I have already pre-registered in them?

Yes. To switch/cancel a session:

Please go to your home page and follow the instructions below:

• Be sure there is room in the session you would like to attend (applies to pre-registration/sign up sessions)
• Click on the green checkmark underneath the session title that you want to switch/cancel
• A dialogue box pops up advising you that you are requesting to remove the session from your personal agenda”
• Click yes and the session will be removed
• Follow instructions for “How do I sign up for sessions” (link to question here) to pick a new session.

How can I send a message to another registered delegate?

To send a message, please follow these instructions:

• Go to your home page and on the right hand side you will see “Send a message to a delegate”.
• This generates your email to be composed.
• Here you can search by name or company of the delegate you wish to compose to.

Where does the email go to, their personal email address or to their email?

It depends on the email preference each delegate has chosen.

Can I email more than one person at a time?

To avoid receiving unnecessary spam, you do not have the ability to send mass emails to the delegates.

Can I receive notification to my external email address, that another delegate has sent me a message?

Yes. If you want to receive a message in your personal mailbox (outlook, hotmail, etc), please follow these instructions:

• You go to your Home Page
• You will see ‘ Welcome, XXXX [My Preferences | Sign Out]’ just below the navigation tool bar.
• Click on “My Preferences”
• Click on “Message Notification Set Up”
• Here you will choose whether you will go to to check your emails or you can choose an external email address to have the notifications sent to.

How can I receive an invitation to the Realscreen Summit to satisfy my request for a Work Visa?

Please contact Andrea Nene via email at anene@brunico.com or via phone at 416-408-2300 x 424.

Hotel/Conference Venue

Is there a discounted hotel accommodation rate for Realscreen Summit attendees?

Accommodations are available at the Renaissance Washington D.C. Hotel for a preferred rate of $US 202/night Reservations can be made by:

• Calling 1-800-468-3571 or 202-898-9000 and quoting "Realscreen Summit".
• OR
• Attendees can also book their accommodations online using the PASSKEY system by going https://resweb.passkey.com/go/RealScreen2009

Note: This special rate will be offered based on hotel availability in the room block until 4:00pm on Thursday January 15, 2009. Last year the group room block sold out early (well before the cut off date), so be sure to book your room now!

How do I get to the Hotel from the airport?

Renaissance Washington DC Hotel
999 Ninth St NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20001 USA
P: 202-898-9000
F: 202-289-0947
www.DCRenaissance.com

Directions and Transportation

From Ronald Reagan Washington National - DCA
Driving Directions: Follow the signs to Washington D.C. (George Washington Parkway). Take the I-395/Route 1 north exit (which is the 14th St. bridge). Stay to the right and exit onto 12th St. Follow 12th St. to New York Ave and turn right. Turn right off of New York Ave onto 9th St. *** From the North: Take i-95 S to I-295 S. Towards 50 West, will turn into New York Avenue. Continue on New York Avenue and make a left onto 9th Street NW. The hotel is 2 blocks down on your left.

Getting to and from the airport
Subway service, fee: $1.20 USD (one way)
Taxi, typical minimum charge $18.00 USD (one way)

From Washington, DC/Dulles - IAD
Driving Directions: Follow the signs to Washington D.C. (George Washington Parkway). Take the I-395/Route 1 north exit (which is the 14th St. bridge). Stay to the right and exit onto 12th St. Follow 12th St. to New York Ave and turn right. Turn right off of New York Ave onto 9th St. *** From the North: Take i-95 S to I-295 S. Towards 50 West, will turn into New York Avenue. Continue on New York Avenue and make a left onto 9th Street NW. The hotel is 2 blocks down on your left.
Taxi, typical minimum charge $65.00 USD (one way)

From Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport - BWI
Driving Directions: Take the Baltimore-Washington Parkway South (MD 295) to US50 west (New York Ave.). Take New York Ave. at 5th St. Stay to the right and the street will become L St. Turn onto 9th St. The hotel is on the left. *** From I-95 S to I-295 S. Towards 50 West, will turn into New York Avenue. Continue on New York Avenue and make a left onto 9th Street NW. The hotel is 2 blocks down on your left.
Taxi, typical minimum charge $75.00 USD (one way)

What else is in the area?

Attractions & Landmarks close to the Renaissance Washington DC Hotel

Capitol Hill (1.5 mi)
City Museum of Washington DC
Georgetown (4.0 mi)
International Spy Museum (0.5 mi)
MCI Center
National Portrait Gallery (0.7 mi)
Smithsonian Institute and Air & Space Museum (1.0 mi)
The White House (1.0 mi)
Union Station (1.5 mi)
Washington Convention Center
Washington Monument (1.5 mi)