Dates and Locations
When is the conference?
Registration opens at 4:00 pm on Monday, October 20. The conference officially kicks off at 6:00pm with the Conference Welcome Reception. Product Managers will be available Monday, October 20 from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm for private meetings. Keynotes and breakout sessions begin on Tuesday morning after breakfast. The conference concludes on Wednesday, October 22 at 2:15.
Where is the conference?
When are the Training Sessions?
There will be three three-day Extended Training Sessions offered after the conference has ended, on Wednesday, October 22 through Friday, October 24.
Where are the Training Sessions held?
The Training Sessions will take place at the same location as the conference, the Hilton San Francisco Financial District.
Registration and Admission
Who should attend?
TechExcel Users Conference has something to offer all levels of TechExcel customers. Appropriate attendees include:
- IT Executives
- Development Strategists
- Product Development Leadership
- Product Managers
- Quality Assurance Managers and Technicians
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- HelpDesk Practitioners
- Service Management Team Members
- Customer Support
- Business Analysts
- ITIL Practitioners
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How do I register?
What is the payment policy?
There are several methods of payment: Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card or purchase order. Payment instructions must accompany your registration.
How much does it cost to attend the event?
Registration Type |
Fee |
Deadline |
Early Bird Special Full Conference Pass |
US $749 |
August 31, 2008 |
Full Conference Pass |
US $1049 |
October 17, 2008 |
Conference-Only |
US $249 |
October 17, 2008 |
Training-Only |
US $800 |
October 17, 2008 |
What does the full conference pass price include?
The full conference pass fee includes:
- Admission to all keynote addresses
- Breakfast (Monday-Friday), lunch (Monday-Thursday) and breaks refreshments (daily)
- Welcome Reception, Monday, October 20
- TechExcel Conference Dinner and Award Reception, Tuesday, October 21
- Networking activities
- Access to conference breakout presentations
Will I receive a confirmation letter? How soon?
Yes, you will receive a confirmation via email once we have processed your registration, received payment for your registration fee and confirmed your booking with the hotel (if you requested a hotel room).
How can I obtain an invoice to provide to my company?
The confirmation email you receive after approval of your registration will contain the dollar amount of the event. You can use this for submitting your expense reports.
What is the dress for the conference?
Business casual attire is appropriate for all conference functions.
What is the process to request special needs? (food requirements, hearing impaired, etc.)
Requests can be sent via email to ralaniz@techexcel.com, and we will make every attempt to accommodate your needs.
What is the cancellation and substitution policy?
Cancellations must be received in writing. A full refund, less a $50 processing fee, will be granted for notifications received by September 8, 2008. Substitutions may be made by emailing ralainz@techexcel.com. Failure to pay in full by September 15, 2008 will result in a registration cancellation.
What are the evening activities?
The conference includes a Welcome Reception on Monday, October 20, and the TechExcel Award Celebration and Dinner on Tuesday, October 21. Informal networking activities will be ongoing.
Travel and Lodging
What airport should I fly into?
You are responsible for your own travel to the conference. The conference is centrally located to the major airports in the area..
San Francisco International Airport
- Distance from hotel: 15 mi.
- Drive time: 25 min.
Directions: 101 North to San Francisco. Follow signs to Oakland Bay Bridge I-80 east, take 4th St exit. Go straight to 3rd St and turn left. Follow to Market St. and crossover - changes to Kearny St. Hotel is 7 blocks down on right side of street.
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Transportation to and from the Airport
Type |
Typical Minimum Charge |
Limousine |
65.00 USD |
Super Shuttle |
15.00 USD |
Subway/Rail |
3.90 USD |
Taxi |
41.00 USD |
Metropolitan Oakland International
- Distance from hotel: 25 mi.
- Drive time: 40 min.
Directions: I-880 N toward Oakland, take 580 West exit. Exit I-80 W, continue across Bay Bridge. Take 1st exit (Fremont St) left on Mission St to 3rd St. Follow to market and crossover. Changes to Kearny St. Hotel 7 blocks down on right side.
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Transportation to and from the Airport
Type |
Typical Minimum Charge |
Limousine |
110.00 USD |
Super Shuttle |
20.00 USD |
Subway/Rail |
3.90 USD |
Taxi |
45.00 USD |
San Jose International Airport
- Distance from hotel: 45 mi.
- Drive time: 60 min.
Directions: 101 N to San Francisco. Follow signs to Oakland Bay Bridge I-80 East, take 4th St exit. Go straight to 3rd St, turn left. Follow to Market St. and crossover - changes to Kearny St. Hotel is 7 blocks down on right side of street.
Transportation to and from the Airport
Type |
Typical Minimum Charge |
Super Shuttle |
66.00 USD |
Taxi |
150.00 USD |
Are there special conference hotel rates?
Yes, the discounted rate offered to TechExcel Users Conference attendees at the Hilton San Francisco Financial District Hotel, is $229.00 + taxes per night. Please request your hotel room through the conference registration site to ensure that you receive the special conference rate. To receive the conference rate, please make you reservation by September 15, 2008.
What is the weather going to be like?
The average temperature in late October is 70 degrees. Temperatures drop to the upper 50's in the late evenings. Since hotel meeting room temperatures may vary, we suggest that you wear layered clothing so that you are comfortable.
What is there to do in San Francisco?
Whom should I contact if I have more questions?
