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Need a password to register?
Not sure if you should register as a distributor or as a supplier?
Please contact Stephanie Leister, Operations Manager at sleister@industrialbuyers.com or (610) 633-9002.

FAQs

Where can I find the agenda?

View agenda

What is included in the registration fee?

  • 10 x 10 booth during Round Robin meetings (suppliers only)
  • Access to all IBC events
  • Educational sessions, food, drinks, entertainment and complimentary wi-fi throughout the hotel
  • If playing golf or bringing spouse/guest, additional fees apply

What is included in the hotel reservation fee?

  • 3 nights checking in on 9/24/23 and checking out 9/27/23
  • All taxes & resort fees

What is not included with registration?

  • Flights
  • Transportation to and from hotel
  • Car rental
  • Any extracurricular activities

When is the registration deadline?

  • Registration closes for distributors and suppliers on August 21, 2023

What if I already registered, but want to change/add attendee(s)?

  • Contact Stephanie Leister, Operations Manager at (610) 633-9002 or sleister@industrialbuyers.com.
  • Changes to attendees need to be made by August 28, 2023 to ensure that print material for the show is accurate.
  • Changes to hotel reservations must be made through IBC, not with the hotel directly.

What if I miss the registration deadline?

  • Registration is encouraged while registration is open in order to receive print & meeting materials, however, should you need to register late contact Stephanie Leister, Operations Manager at (610) 633-9002 or sleister@industrialbuyers.com.

Where is the show taking place? What are the dates?

View event agenda

How do I get to the hotel?

View Travel Information on the venue page

Who from my company should attend the National Conference?

Distributors are highly encouraged to have a VP level or higher attend (key decision maker). Best practices have shown a purchasing manager or inside/outside sales person would also highly benefit from attending.

If I am a distributor local to the Scottsdale area, do I still need to register for a hotel room?

No. If you are a Distributor local to the Scottsdale area, you are not required to register for a hotel room.

If I am a distributor local to the Scottsdale area, do I still need to register for a hotel room?

No. If you are a Distributor local to the Scottsdale area, you are not required to register for a hotel room.

If I want to ship material to and from the hotel what do I do?

View shipping info on the venue page

What if I want to bring a significant other/guest?

  • Please do! An additional registration fee is required if that person would like to attend all the IBC events (including meals).
  • IBC has negotiated discounts for food and resort activities.
  • If significant other is only staying in hotel room and note attending conference functions, there is no additional cost.

What if I want to stay in the hotel for additional nights?

  • Additional nights can be booked for an additional charge. Please request extra room nights through registration or IBC staff, not direct with the hotel.
  • If you need to change the number of nights you’re staying after you’ve already registered, please contact Stephanie Leister, Operations Manager at (610) 633-9002 or sleister@industrialbuyers.com.

What if I’m not personally attending the event but want to register other associates from my company?

It’s fine to register another associate from your company, but be sure to include their contact information on the registration form.

I’m an advisory council member, are there any special instructions for me?

Please see the agenda and plan to arrive early to ensure you make the advisory council meeting. IBC will do its best to have your room ready early but cannot guarantee early check ins. Hotel check in time is 4:00 PM. The hotel has several common areas and restaurants where attendees can grab a drink and relax. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.

What if I arrive at the hotel early?

  • Hotel check in time is 4:00 PM. IBC cannot guarantee early check in times will be available.
  • The hotel has several common areas and restaurants where attendees can grab a drink and relax. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.

How do I pay for registration?

  • Credit card. Credit card payments will appear on statement as: IBC NATIONAL CONFERENCE
  • Unable to pay by credit card? Please contact Stephanie Leister at sleister@Industrialbuyers.com or 860-246-1618 ext. 144
  • All payments must be received by August 21, 2023. Non-payment will forfeit round robin scheduling privileges.

Will the show sell out?

  • Late registrants will be placed on a waiting list and contacted on a first-come, first-serve basis if availability frees up.
  • We encourage early registration, as a sold-out show is expected.

What if I want to cancel my registration completely?

View cancellation policy on the registration page

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made in writing or via telephone by August 25th. Refund less $50 cancellation fee.

After August 25, 2023: No refund.

Refunds or credits will not be given for failure to attend, late arrival, unattended events or early departure. Refunds will be processed 8-10 weeks after the meeting.

Payment Policy

Credit Cards only. If you’re unable to pay via credit card, please contact Stephanie Leister at 610-633-9002 or sleister@industrialbuyers.com.  Non-payment will forfeit Round Robin scheduling privileges until payment is received.

Code of Conduct

Our conference is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size or type, race, ethnicity, or religious preference. We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form, through personal contact or any technical medium. Sexual language and imagery is not appropriate for any conference venue, including talks, workshops, parties, Twitter and other online media. Conference participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund in accordance with IBC policy.

Contact
Stephanie Leister
sleister@industrialbuyers.com
860-246-1618 ext. 144