Registration
FAQs
When will I receive
my registration confirmation?
If you register online, you'll receive your confirmation immediately.
All faxed registrations will receive confirmation by e-mail within
5-7 business days.
Are on-site registrations available?
On-site
registrations likely will be available, but space is limited
to the first 600 registrants. Attendees are strongly encouraged
to register in advance. Save money by registering early, and ensure
that your registration, meal and event preferences can be honored.
Who qualifies for the member discount?
The member registration price is available to members in good standing
of NBIS/Future 500 or The Future 500/Global Futures. For membership
information please see www.nbis.org.
Employees of organizations and educational institutions participating
on the Executive Planning Committee may register at the member rate.
In addition, members of sponsoring or participating organizations
may also be eligible. Please check with your organization, or e-mail
conference management at conference@nbis.org.
What special rates are available?
Groups of two or more registering together, government and non-profit
employees, are eligible for the same rates as members.
Is there additional assistance for
small business, government, non-profit workers or students with
limited budgets wishing to attend?
Yes, limited funds are available to assist employees of small businesses
or government and nonprofit agencies, students, and others who wish
to attend. Those interested are encouraged to complete a Scholarship
Application (PDF), (or
Word file) which includes detailed information about various
options for students that include volunteering at the conference;
we will notify you if a scholarship is available. Others requesting
financial assistance should contact kellym@nbis.org
to discuss.
What is the early bird deadline?
The deadline for early registration ended June 7, 2004.
What are the accepted forms of payment?
Registrations must be accompanied by check, money order, purchase
order or credit card. Forms received without payment or purchase
order will not be processed. Funds must be in U.S. Dollars. Checks
or money orders should be made payable to NBIS Sustainable Business
Conference. (NBIS is a nonprofit corporation registered in the state
of Washington; the NBIS Federal Tax ID number is 432009276.)
Where do I get my tickets and badges?
Paid meal functions and special events require tickets that will
be distributed along with your badge at the conference. Name badges
are required for admission to all events, meals and exhibit hall.
How do I communicate special needs
requests?
If you have special needs and require accommodation, please fax
a written description of your requirements to 206-350-2576 or email
conference@nbis.org.
Should you require special hotel accommodations, please notify the
hotel when making your reservation.
Is there downloadable information
that I can share with my colleagues?
Feel free to send this downloadable postcard.
It is a PDF file that can be attached to an email and easily opened
with Adobe Acrobat Reader.
GENERAL CONDITIONS OF REGISTRATION
It is agreed that NBIS/Future 500, its Employees, Officers, Volunteers,
Contracted Staff, Contracted Companies and Agents shall not be held
liable or responsible for any loss, injury, or damages, however
caused, to any person or the property of any person engaged by,
participating in, or attending Profitable Sustainability: The Future
of Business, unless due solely to the gross negligence or willful
misconduct of NBIS/Future 500, its Employees, Volunteers, Contracted
Staff. It is agreed that NBIS/Future 500, its Employees, Agents
and Officers, reserve the right to refuse admission, cancel or reschedule
programs, change speakers, locations or revise content.
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