FAQs

What is the cost to attend the AIFA Conference?

The 2023 Conference fee is $700 and includes all panels, sponsor meetings, meals, sponsored golf tournament Sunday, and a sponsored Sunday tennis tournament.

When does the Conference begin?

The Conference begins with the Welcome Reception & Dinner on Sunday evening, March 5, 2023. The panel sessions and small group meetings will start Monday morning at 8:00 AM, March 6, 2023.

What are the check in and check out times at the Naples Grande Beach Resort?

Check in time is 4:00 PM and check out time is 11:00 AM.

Where are the meetings held during the Conference?

The Panel Sessions are held in the Royal Palm Ballroom. Small company meetings are held in various meeting rooms on the second floor in addition to guest room suites and villas at the resort. Please CLICK HERE for maps of the resort meeting space.

How do I make selections for Small Company Meetings during the Conference?

Meeting selection for investors occurs during the registration process or by modifying your registration. The cutoff for making meeting selections is February 22, 2023. Please CLICK HERE for a list of proposed meetings and times. Note the schedules are subject to change.

How do I modify my registration?

For information on how to modify your registration, please CLICK HERE.

Who is the contact for panel presentations and production needs?

Darrin Contessa
Pro Media Productions
Office/Cell 602-920-2912
Email – Darrin@PromediaPro.com

Sponsoring Company Registration

For Information on how to register as a Sponsor Company, please CLICK HERE.

Panelist Registration

For Information on how to register as a Panelist, please CLICK HERE.

What is the dress code for the Conference?

The dress code for the Conference is business casual. You may want to bring a sweater or jacket in case the meeting room is cool.

What airport(s) are near the Naples Grande Beach Resort?

The Fort Myers – Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is approximately 32 miles from the Resort.

How can I get to the Naples Grande Beach Resort?

NT&T will be providing airport transfers on a request basis only. Please Click Here to make a reservation on-line. They can also be reached at 239-788-0191. We suggest you contact them in advance to make reservations.

Taxi and other Ride Share Booking services are generally available at the Airport and the Resort.

Naples Grande Beach Resort Information

The cutoff date at the Resort to reserve a room is February 10, 2023 and credit cards for Resort Deposit will be Charged One Night Room and Tax on February 10, 2023.

Deposits for individual room reservations are fully refundable if a room is cancelled 14 days or more prior to the arrival date. Rooms cancelled within the 14 day window will result in a charge to be determined by the Resort. No Shows will result in a charge to be determined by the Resort.. Departure dates changed at the Resort after check-in will result in a charge to be determined by the Resort.

Confirmations will come directly from the Resort to the primary e-mail address provided by attendee in late February.

Check in time is after 4:00 PM and check out time is before 11:00 AM.

How much are CAGNY membership dues?

CAGNY membership dues are $400. The membership period runs from November 1 to October 31, and includes attendance at the Conference in February as well as all monthly lunch meetings, which are typically held in New York and feature companies not present at the Conference. You must be a member of CAGNY to attend the February Conference. There is no Conference Registration Fee.

When does the conference begin?

The Conference begins at 6:30 PM (EST) on Monday, February 19, with the Opening Reception. The General Sessions will start on Tuesday, February 21, at 8:00 AM.

What is the dress code for the Conference?

The dress for the Conference is business casual. You may want to bring a sweater or jacket in case the meeting room is cool.

What area of The Boca Raton will the meeting take place?

The Conference will be held in the Mizner Center of The Boca Raton.

What airports are near The Boca Raton?

The Ft. Lauderdale and West Palm Beach airports are both approximately 30 miles from the Resort. Miami International airport is approximately 50 miles from the Resort.

How can I get to The Boca Raton from the airport?

Boca Raton Transportation, a USA Transportation Company, is the ground transportation provider at The Boca Raton and will be providing airport transfers on a request only basis. Should you wish to make reservations on-line, please visit their web site at USA Transportation Company. If you prefer to contact them in person, please call 561-687-9454.

What are the check in and check out times at The Boca Raton?

Check in time is after 4:00 PM and check out time is 11:00 AM.

Can I bring a guest to the Conference?

Yes, guests are welcome at the Conference (at no charge). Guests are spouses, children and significant others.
Colleagues are not guests. They will need to purchase their own membership and register for the Conference in order to attend.

What meals can my guest(s) attend?

Breakfast is open to all members and registered guests.
Lunch is open to members only.
Dinners are open to members plus one adult guest.

Audio Visual Needs for Participating Companies: Who is the contrac for Company presentations, web casting, and production needs?

Mark Marion
Marion Consulting & Design
marioncandd@aol.com

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