{"id":15,"date":"2019-04-11T15:06:38","date_gmt":"2019-04-11T15:06:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nationalconference.industrialbuyers.com\/2026\/?page_id=15"},"modified":"2026-04-14T13:39:31","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T13:39:31","slug":"registration","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nationalconference.industrialbuyers.com\/2026\/registration\/","title":{"rendered":"Registration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content_no_spaces&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1717435171859{background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1558107762927{padding-top: 50px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Our Sponsors&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1558107836809{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 30px !important;}&#8221;]<div class=\"weston-carousel  dark dots\" data-columns=\"5\" data-tabletcolumns=\"4\" data-nav=\"true\" data-pagination=\"false\" data-autoplay=\"true\" data-loop=\"true\" data-animationtime=\"2000\">[vc_single_image image=&#8221;2315&#8243; 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el_id=&#8221;faqs&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<a href=\"#faq1\">Where can I find the agenda?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq2\">What is included in the registration fee?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq-hotel-reg\">What is included in the hotel reservation fee?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq-booth-fee\">What is included with the booth fee?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq3\">What is not included with registration?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq4\">When is the registration deadline?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq5\">What if I already registered, but want to change\/add attendee(s)?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq6\">What if I miss the registration deadline?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq7\">Where is the show taking place? What are the dates?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq8\">How do I get to the hotel?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq9\">Who from my company should attend the National Conference?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq10\">If I am local to the Greensboro area, do I still need to register for a hotel room?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq11\">If I want to ship material to and from the hotel what do I do?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq12\">What if I want to bring a significant other?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq13\">What if I want to stay in the hotel for additional nights?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq14\">What if I\u2019m not personally attending the event but want to register other associates from my company?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq15\">Is the attendee list available?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq16\">I\u2019m an advisory council member, are there any special instructions for me?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq17\">What if I arrive at the hotel early?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq18\">How do I pay for registration?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq-sell-out\">Will the show sell out?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#faq20\">What if I want to cancel my registration completely?<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq1&#8243;]<strong>Where can I find the agenda?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationalconference.industrialbuyers.com\/2026\/agenda\/\">View agenda<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq2&#8243;]<strong>What is included in the registration fee?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hotel accommodations based on single occupancy<\/li>\n<li>Educational sessions, food, drinks, entertainment and complimentary wi-fi throughout the hotel<\/li>\n<li>Access to all IBC events<\/li>\n<li>If bringing spouse\/guest, additional fees apply<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq-hotel-reg&#8221;]<strong>What is included in the hotel reservation fee?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 nights checking in on October 4, 2026 and checking out October 6, 2026<\/li>\n<li>All taxes &amp; resort fees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq-booth-fee&#8221;]<strong>What is included with the booth fee?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>10 x 10 booth during Round Robin meetings furnished with a 6\u2019 table, 4 chairs and a waste basket <em>(suppliers only)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq3&#8243;]<strong>What is not included with registration?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Flights<\/li>\n<li>Transportation to and from hotel<\/li>\n<li>Car rental<\/li>\n<li>Any extracurricular activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq4&#8243;]<strong>When is the registration deadline?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Registration closes for distributors and suppliers on August 31, 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq5&#8243;]<strong>What if I already registered, but want to change\/add attendee(s)?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Contact Stephanie Leister, Operations Manager at (860) 246-1618 ext. 144, (m) 610-633-9002 or\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:sleister@industrialbuyers.com\">sleister@industrialbuyers.com<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Changes to attendees need to be made by September 7, 2026 to ensure that print material for the show is accurate.<\/li>\n<li>Changes to hotel reservations must be made through IBC, not with the hotel directly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq6&#8243;]<strong>What if I miss the registration deadline?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Registration is encouraged while registration is open in-order to participate in the Round Robin meetings, receive print &amp; meeting materials, however, should you need to register late contact Stephanie Leister, Operations Manager at (860) 246-1618 ext. 144 or <a href=\"mailto:sleister@industrialbuyers.com\">sleister@industrialbuyers.com<\/a>. Note, if you register after the deadline, you may be put on a waiting list and may not be able to participate in the Round Robin meetings.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq7&#8243;]<strong>Where is the show taking place? What are the dates?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationalconference.industrialbuyers.com\/2026\/agenda\/\">View event agenda<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq8&#8243;]<strong>How do I get to the hotel?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationalconference.industrialbuyers.com\/2026\/venue\/\">View <em>Travel Information<\/em> on the venue page<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq9&#8243;]<strong>Who from my company should attend the National Conference?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Distributors are highly encouraged to have a key decision maker (VP level or higher) attend. Best practices have shown a purchasing manager or inside\/outside salesperson would also highly benefit from attending especially during the product training sessions on Sunday, October 4, 2026.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq10&#8243;]<strong>If I am local to the Greensboro area, do I still need to register for a hotel room?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are local to the Greensboro area, you are not required to register for a hotel room.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq11&#8243;]<strong>If I want to ship material to and from the hotel what do I do?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nationalconference.industrialbuyers.com\/2026\/venue\/\">View <em>shipping info<\/em> on the venue page<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq12&#8243;]<strong>What if I want to bring a significant other?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Please do! An additional registration fee is required if that person would like to attend all the IBC events (including meals).<\/li>\n<li>If significant other is only staying in hotel room and note attending conference functions, there is no additional cost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq13&#8243;]<strong>What if I want to stay in the hotel for additional nights?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Additional nights can be booked for an additional charge. Please request extra room nights through registration or IBC staff, not direct with the hotel.<\/li>\n<li>If you need to change the number of nights you\u2019re staying after you\u2019ve already registered, please contact Stephanie Leister, Operations Manager at (860) 246-1618 ext. 144 or <a href=\"mailto:sleister@industrialbuyers.com\">sleister@industrialbuyers.com<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq14&#8243;]<strong>What if I\u2019m not personally attending the event but want to register other associates from my company?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s fine to register another associate from your company, but be sure to include their contact information on the registration form.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq15&#8243;]<strong>Is the attendee list available?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">The attendee list will be available approximately 3-4 weeks prior to the conference<\/span>. For a list of attendees, please contact Stephanie Leister, Operations Manager at (610) 633-9002 or <a href=\"mailto:sleister@industrialbuyers.com\">sleister@industrialbuyers.com<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq16&#8243;]<strong>I\u2019m an advisory council member, are there any special instructions for me?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please <a href=\"https:\/\/nationalconference.industrialbuyers.com\/2026\/agenda\/\"><em>see the agenda<\/em><\/a> and plan to arrive early to ensure you make the advisory council meeting(s). IBC will do its best to have your room ready early but cannot guarantee early check ins. Hotel check in time is 4PM. The hotel has several common areas, a market, and restaurant where attendees can grab a drink and relax. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq17&#8243;]<strong>What if I arrive at the hotel early?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hotel check in time is 4:00 PM. IBC cannot guarantee early check in times will be available.<\/li>\n<li>The hotel has several common areas and restaurants where attendees can grab a drink and relax. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq18&#8243;]<strong>How do I pay for registration?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Credit card. Credit card payments will appear on statement as: IBC NATIONAL CONFERENCE<\/li>\n<li>All payments must be received by August 31, 2026. Non-payment will forfeit Round Robin privileges.<\/li>\n<li>Please reach out to Stephanie Leister if you cannot pay via Credit Card.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;#faq-sell-out&#8221;]<strong>Will the show sell out?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Late registrants will be placed on a waiting list and contacted on a first come, first-served basis, if availability frees up.<\/li>\n<li>We encourage early registration, as a sold-out show is expected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;faq20&#8243;]<strong>What if I want to cancel my registration completely?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"#cancellation-policy\">View <em>cancellation policy<\/em> on the registration page<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1749741056196{background-color: #f9f9f9 !important;}&#8221;][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_id=&#8221;cancellation-policy&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Cancellation Policy&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cancelation Fee (after Aug 31): $100<\/li>\n<li>Cancelation Fee (after Sept 15): $500<\/li>\n<li>Cancelation Fee (after Oct 1): no refunds<\/li>\n<li>Name Change Fee: No charge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>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.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Payment Policy&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]Credit Cards only. If you\u2019re unable to pay via credit card, please contact Stephanie Leister at 610-633-9002 or <a href=\"mailto:sleister@industrialbuyers.com\">sleister@industrialbuyers.com<\/a>.\u00a0 Non-payment will forfeit Round Robin scheduling privileges until payment is received.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Code of Conduct&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]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. 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