Boards Summit Frequently Asked Questions

General
Registration
My Event
Hotel/Conference Venue

General

Who is Brunico Marketing Inc.?

The conference is produced by Brunico Marketing Inc., a subsidiary of Brunico Communications Ltd., which also publishes KidScreen Magazine, RealScreen Magazine, Boards Magazine, Playback and Strategy Magazine.

How can I see the delegate list?

Registered delegates will have access to the Summit's online networking tool . This allows you to search for individual delegates in advance of the event as well as view the entire list. also allows you to contact other delegates through our private messaging system.

To view delegates, please follow these steps:

• Go to your Home Page
• You will see a series of tabs below: Welcome, XXXXX [My Preferences | Sign Out]
• Please click on “Search Delegates”

Here you can search “All Delegates” or individual delegates by using our search parameters.

Can I access the websites to the previous summits?

Yes. Please use the following links to visit the last 3 Boards Summits:

www.boardssummit.com/2007
http://www2.boardssummit.com/2006/
http://www2.boardssummit.com/2005/

Will there be any networking parties?

Yes, please check the networking page on the Boards Summit website for a full updated list of all networking opportunities and parties.

Registration

What does my general conference registration include?

General registration includes access to all sessions, seating available on a first-come, first-serve basis. “Agency Producer”s Roundtable Breakfast” and “Creative Director”s Roundtable Lunch” require advance sign-up through , space is limited to the available number of seats. Also provided: group meals (continental breakfast, coffee breaks and lunch), general delegate networking events, delegate handbook, delegate list with contact information, and your listing in the delegate book (register by date to be determined).

What are the ways to register?

Please feel free to use our easy online registration: https://www.boardssummit.com/2008/register; alternatively, you can contact Sharlene Wilder via email at swilder@brunico.com or phone at 416-408-2300 x 313.

I want to purchase more than one ticket, but I don”t have the names of the attendees yet. What are my options?

Please contact Sharlene Wilder via email at swilder@brunico.com or via phone at 416-408-2300 x 313.

I have already registered but am unable to attend. What are my options?

Should you be unable to attend this event, we require notice in writing on or before September 26, 2008 at 5pm, EST. All cancellations are subject to a $150 administration fee. Cancellations made after this date will not be eligible for a refund or credit, but you can transfer your registration to another individual at no charge.

Should you wish to transfer your registration to another person, please contact Andrea Nene via email at anene@brunico.com or via phone at 416-408-2300 x 424 a minimum of 48 hours prior to the summit.

The following information is required when requesting a substitution via email: (*Mandatory)*Name of Attendee taking your spot, *Title of Attendee, Direct Phone and Fax Number, *Email Address, and *Company Details (*Name, *Address, Website and *Phone and Fax Numbers) if different from original attendee.

Why is my email address required?

We need your email address to provide you with your link and also to send your e-invoice. Your email information is private and is not given to other delegates.

When do I receive my registration badge/ticket?

Badges and delegate packages may be picked up from the registration desk on the day of the event. Please note that we do not send out physical tickets.

Will I receive a receipt/invoice?

Once your registration has been processed, an invoice will be sent to you via email within 24 to 48 hours upon receipt.

I have lost my receipt/invoice. Can I get a new copy?

Yes. Please contact Andrea Nene via email at anene@brunico.com or via phone at 416-408-2300 x 424.

MyEvent

What is ?

The online interactive tool designed to help you get a jumpstart on your networking. Registered delegates can search and send messages to each other months in advance of the event. Set up meetings, identify common interests...build partnerships!

How do I get my login info?

Your login information will be sent to you in your confirmation email following registration. Your user name is the email address that you gave us upon registration.

Can I change my password to something I can easily remember?

• Go to your Home Page
• You will see “ Welcome, XXXXX [My Preferences | Sign Out]” just below the navigation tool bar.
• Click on “My Preferences”
• Click on “Login Setup”
• Here you type your old password (given to you in your confirmation email) and then choose a new one that can be easily remembered.

Note: Once you log-in to from your usual computer, it will automatically log you in each time afterwards.

How many sessions can I sign up for?

The only sessions that require pre-registration are “Breakfast with The Producers” and “Lunch with The Creatives”. These structured networking sessions have limited capacity.

How do I sign up for Sessions?

Please go to your home page and follow the instructions below:

• Once in your page, you will see a navigation bar at the top: Click on “My Agenda”.
• A grid with open time slots will generate.
• At the top of your agenda you will see “Conference Agenda”
• Below each session you will see:
  • “Add to My Agenda”
• Please double click on the slot you would like.
• This brings up a dialogue box advising you that you are adding this session to your personal agenda.

A green checkmark shows up under session title once you have successfully signed up for a session.

Can I sign up for these sessions onsite?

The limited seating session spaces fill up quickly and as such, registration is not facilitated onsite. Delegates will be informed via email when the registration opens and we recommend that you select book your spaces early to avoid disappointment.

What can I do if I didn”t make it into the session(s) I wanted?

We encourage you to check frequently as delegates sometimes make changes to their personal agenda, which may leave a session slot open. Also, you are welcome to check with our room monitor, located outside each session onsite.

Is there a waiting list for pre-registration sessions?

There is no official waiting list. We encourage you to check frequently as delegates sometimes make changes to their personal agenda, which may leave a session slot open. Also, you are welcome to check with our staff onsite.

Can I switch/cancel sessions after I have already pre-registered in them?

Yes. Please follow these steps to switch or cancel a session:

1. On your Home Page you will see the tabs below
   1. HomeMy InfoMy Interests My Messages My Agenda Search Delegates
   2. Please click on the “My Agenda” tab
2. Once on your “My Agenda” page, please click on the “Go to conferences agenda” on the right hand side of the page
3. The conference agenda will generate.
1. Note: Be sure there is room in the session you would like to attend (applies to pre-registration sessions). Sessions will have a “Full” sign below it.
4. Click on the green check mark or “Added to My Agenda” for the session you wish to switch or cancel.
5. A dialogue box pops up, advising you that you are removing this session from your personal agenda.
1. Click “OK” if you want to remove this session from your personal agenda.
6. When you are successful the green checkmark will be removed and/or it will now say “Add to My Agenda”.

If you need assistance in adding a new session, please follow instructions for “Add Session” (link to questions and answer here)

How can I send a message to another registered delegate?

To send a message, please follow these instructions:

• Go to your home page and at the top you will see”My Messages”.
• Click on this tab to generate a new message window.
• Here you can search by name or company of the delegate you wish to contact.

Where does the email go to, their personal email address or to their email?

It depends on the email preference each delegate has chosen.

Can I email more than one person at a time?

To avoid receiving un-necessary spam, you do not have the ability to send mass emails to the delegates.

Can I receive notification to my external email address that another delegate has sent me a message?

Yes. If you want to receive a message in your personal mailbox (outlook, hotmail, etc), please follow these instructions:

• You go to your Home Page
• You will see “ Welcome, XXXX [My Preferences | Sign Out]” just below the navigation tool bar.
• Click on “My Preferences”
• Click on “Message Notification Set Up”

Here you will choose whether you will go to to check you emails or you can choose an external email address to have the notifications sent to.

How can I receive an invitation to the Boards Summit to satisfy my request for a Work Visa?

Please contact Andrea Nene via email at anene@brunico.com or via phone at 416-408-2300 x 424.

Hotel/Conference Venue

Is there a discounted hotel accommodation rate for Summit attendees?

Accommodations are available at the Crowne Plaza Manhattan based on our room block availability until September 20, 2008. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-243-6969 and referencing "Boards Summit".

How do I get to the Hotel from the airport?

Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan, NY
1605 Broadway
New York
NY 10019
USA
212-315-6095
www.manhattan.crowneplaza.com

Transportation

• From the airports: Shuttle, bus and taxi services are available from LaGuardia, JFK and Newark into Manhattan
• Train: Grand Central Station is approximately one mile from the hotel; Penn Station is approximately two miles
• Subway: The N, R, W, E, C, 1 and 9 subway lines are all within a one-block walk from the hotel
• Private Transportation: Roundtrip transportation via shuttle or private car is available. Please contact the concierge or 212-315-6095.

Distances To / From the Hotel
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 12 miles JFK Airport (JFK) - 15 miles Newark Airport (EWR) - 15 miles

What else is in the area?

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
With New York City at your front door, your choices for sightseeing, dining, and nightlife are endless. During your stay, stroll through Central Park, visit the Empire State Building, or catch a Broadway show. The Guggenheim Museum, The American Museum of Natural History, and The Metropolitan Museum of Art are all nearby. And New York shopping, restaurants, and clubs are at your disposal.