Frequently Asked Questions

Below you will find frequently asked questions and answers for the upcoming Annual Meeting & Expo.

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General Information

Registration

Housing & Travel

Exhibits & Presentations

General Information

What is the estimated number of attendance for this year’s conference?

We anticipate about 2,200 conference attendees. This number may vary based on convention location.

Will a printed program book be distributed and how can I obtain a copy?

Yes, a copy will be made available for attendees only. It can be picked up at the “Materials Pick-Up” counter in the Registration Area.

How many Continuing Education credits can I obtain by attending the annual meeting?

The number will vary based on the program. More information regarding CE Credits can be found here.

Whom do I contact about assistance for attendees with disabilities and special needs?

For individuals requiring special assistance, please notify us at meetings@amp.org with your specific request.

I have a food allergy. Who can I contact about making menu accommodations.

Please notify us at meetings@amp.org with a written list of all allergies. All allergy notification can be received up until September 28, 2018.

What information can be provided for the 2019 Annual Meeting?

AMP 2019 will take place November 7-9, 2019 at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, MD. Corporate workshop day is on November 6, 2019. More information regarding future Annual Meetings can be found here.

Registration

I am no longer able to attend the conference. Can I send someone else in my place? If so, how?

Yes. Notify us at amp@amp.org with the new registrant’s name and contact information.

Is there a way to transfer my registration payment for next year’s meeting?

Unfortunately, this option is not available. However, you may transfer your registration to a colleague/coworker. See question 1 for more details.

What is the cancellation/refund policy?

Cancellations will be received by written notification to amp@amp.org. AMP will honor cancelations prior to October 5. Please note that cancellations are subject to $100 cancelation fee. No refunds are issued after October 5.

Is there is a registration fee to attend the Exhibits only?

AMP Now offers a Daily Pass for Sessions & Exhibits. This pass can be purchased onsite for the price of $395.

Whom should I contact for questions about my registration?

Direct all questions to amp@amp.org.

Housing & Travel

What are the housing options available for attendees?

The official AMP headquarter hotel is the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter. Visit here for more information on housing options for AMP 2018.

When can we begin to reserve hotel rooms?

The housing reservation link will soon be made available. Plan to arrive a day early to attend Corporate Workshop Day on Wednesday, October 31. Please email meetings@amp.org if you have any questions or housing problems.

Will I receive a confirmation from the hotel once my reservation has been made?

Once you have made your reservation, you will receive a confirmation email from AMP’s housing company, onPeak.

What is the housing cancellation policy?

No refunds for cancelling room reservations will be provided after October 1 (Exhibitors) and October 10 (Attendees). If you need to make any changes or cancellations before or by this deadline, make your changes through onPeak online reservation system or contact onPeak directly at 1-855-992-3353 or amp@onpeak.com.

Are there special housing rates for Federal/Government employees?

Please contact meetings@amp.org for more information on housing rates for Federal/Government employees. Be sure to include your address, phone number, arrival/departure dates as well as your top three hotel choices. AMP will make every effort to fulfill each request, but requests will not be guaranteed.

How do I make changes to my hotel reservations? Can I make room reservation changes after the housing deadline?

Please visit onPeak in order to make changes to your reservations. You may contact onPeak directly by phone at 1-855-992-3353 or by email (AMP@onpeak.com) for any changes to be made after the housing deadline. Staff is available to assist Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 7:00pm.

I missed the housing registration deadline. Can I still book rooms through AMP?

Yes, however there will only be a limited number of rooms available after the housing registration deadline. Rates after the deadline cannot be guaranteed.

Will transportation be provided between the hotels and the Convention Center? Is there a fee?

Official AMP hotels are all within walking distance of the Convention Center. AMP does not offer organized transportation but you may contact your hotel directly in order to confirm their transportation plans.

What are the parking options available at the Convention Center?

Please visit here for more information.

Exhibits & Presentations

Who can I contact for exhibitor and sponsorship information?

Please contact us at exhibits@amp.org for all exhibitor/sponsorship related questions.

When are exhibits open?

Exhibits are open starting at 11:30am Thursday, November 1 to 1:30pm Saturday, November 3. Please visit here for more information on Exhibit Hall Hours & Dates

Is there an exhibits hall-only registration fee?

AMP Now offers a Daily Pass for Sessions & Exhibits. This pass can be purchased onsite for the price of $395.

Who are the list of exhibitors attending? Is there also a floorplan available?

Visit the Exhibitor Map Page for information on all attending exhibitors. Once you are on the page, you search by Company Name or select “List All” to view all attending companies. The meeting floor plan is also provided on that page and will be included in the AMP 2018 Program Book.

Can sponsors/exhibitors receive a list of all conference participants? Can they contact conference participants?

An attendee list will be posted in the mobile app. Exhibitors can rent a mailing list prior to the meeting. Please visit the AMP Website for more information.

I am a presenter and I need to make last minute edits to my presentations. How can I do so past the submission deadlines.

A Presentation Management site will be made available for speakers to upload their presentations for the conference. Once you have loaded your presentation in the system, you may make changes as needed (if connected to the internet) until before your presentation time. Please be sure to visit the Speaker Ready room to preview your presentation prior to your speaking time in order to confirm all changes have been made.

How can I receive a Certificate of Attendance for giving a presentation or participating in one during the annual meeting?

In order to receive a Certificate of Attendance, complete the Annual Meeting general survey for feedback at the link posted here. Any questions regarding the Certificate of Attendance can be sent to ampeducation@amp.org

I am no longer able to attend the conference. Will I still have access to the meeting presentations?

Yes, AMP Members have unlimited access to the presentation slides on educate.amp.org for three months. Non-Member registrants/attendees will receive a coupon code valid only for three months.