Speaker FAQ

1. How do I become a speaker for the TurnKey Conference?
2. What are the presentation requirements?
3. How many people are expected to attend the 2009 TurnKey Conference?
4. Will vendors/exhibitors also be in attendance?
5. What overnight accommodations are available for speakers?
6. How do I find the hotel/conference site?
7. When and where do I sign in, once I'm at the TurnKey conference site?
8. What are the conference hours?
9. What breaks are scheduled throughout each day?
10. Is there a speaker ready room?
11. What if I need computer/Internet/copying services?
12. Will TurnKey speakers be provided with name badges?
13. How can I promote my TurnKey presentation?
14. Who should I contact if I have any additional TurnKey speaker questions?

1. How do I become a speaker for the TurnKey Conference? (top)

Please click here for more information on this topic.

2. What are the presentation requirements? (top)

Speakers are expected to provide knowledgeable presentations that include the latest trends, technology, and ideas. Presentations should be non-commercial and not promote a particular product or company. All graphics and slides should not include company logos or other commercial content. Your presentation should be in PowerPoint on a PC platform. All sessions are 45 minutes in length, plus 5-10 minutes for questions.

3. How many people are expected to attend the 2009 TurnKey Conference? (top)

Typical attendance is around 300.

4. Will vendors/exhibitors also be in attendance? (top)

Yes. Industry-specific vendors will be exhibiting in an area adjacent to the TurnKey conference sessions, presenting the latest products, services, and technologies.

5. What overnight accommodations are available for speakers? (top)

The 2009 TurnKey Conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Hotel, in San Antonio, TX. See the hotel section of this site for details.

Please Note: The TurnKey Conference does not pay for airfare and/or hotel accommodations for speakers. You do receive free registration to the conference, as well as promotion in conference materials and marketing pieces.

6. How do I find the hotel/conference site? (top)

The Hyatt Regency San Antonio Hotel has provided a local map and information. Click here for more information.

7. When and where do I sign in, once I'm at the TurnKey conference site? (top)

Registration will be held in the conference area on Monday, April 13, 2009 (hours to be posted) and Tuesday, April 14, 2009, beginning at 7AM. Just follow the signs once you're at the hotel.

8. What are the conference hours? (top)

Conference hours are Tuesday, April 14, 2009 and Wednesday, April 15, 2009 (hours to be posted).

Exhibit hours are Tuesday, April 14, 2009 (hours to be posted) and Wednesday, April 15, 2009 (hours to be posted).

A cocktail reception for exhibitors, speakers, and attendees will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2009.

9. What breaks are scheduled throughout each day? (top)

Breakfast, lunch, and two breaks per day will be held in the exhibit area.

10. Is there a speaker ready room? (top)

Yes.

11. What if I need computer/Internet/copying services? (top)

The host hotel business center is able to provide most typical business services.

12. Will TurnKey attendees be provided with name badges? (top)

Yes. All conference participants must wear name badges while in the conference area. Exhibitors and Speakers will be provided ribbons consistent with their level of registration to display with their name badge.

13. How can I promote my TurnKey presentation? (top)

We ask that you partner with us in conference promotion by notifying clients and potential customers of your presentation. Please contact cjanson@alnmag.com about links, brochure mailings, web buttons, and other marketing options. A successful and well-attended conference benefits us all.

14. Who should I contact if I have any additional TurnKey speaker-related questions? (top)

Contact Chris Janson at:

• PH: 603-672-9997, x-105
• Fax: 603-672-3028
• E-mail: cjanson@alnmag.com