Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Our 2023 HAVI Conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place in Chicago, IL on September 26-28, 2023.
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As we announced previously, our reserved room block at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place has sold out, and unfortunately, we have not been able to secure additional rooms at the discounted rate for conference attendees.
For those who are registered for the HAVI conference but have not yet booked a hotel room, there may still be standard rate rooms available at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place (however, availability is not guaranteed). Additionally, the following hotels are directly connected to McCormick Place via skywalks for easy access to the conference venue:
Marriott Marquis Chicago
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place
Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place
Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick Place
Given the high level of demand for hotel rooms at McCormick Place, we strongly recommend that you book your room as soon as possible to ensure easy access to the conference venue.
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• O‘Hare Int‘l Airport - 23 miles / 25 mins
• Chicago Midway Airport - 10 miles / 15 mins
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Open your app to request a ride
When you’re ready, open the Uber app to request a ride to your destination. Choose the Chicago O’Hare transportation option that suits your group size and luggage needs.
Exit the terminal
You’ll get directions about ORD pickup points directly in the app. Pickup locations may vary by terminal and product.
For most requests, you’ll meet your rideshare driver on the Departures level of Terminal 2.
For requesting Uber Black or SUV at ORD, please meet your driver on the Arrivals level of any terminal.
Confirm your location
Select your terminal and ORD pickup location as specified by the app. Please note: this location may not always be at your nearest exit.
Your driver’s name, license plate, and car color will show in the app. Verify your ride before you get in. If you can’t find your driver, contact them through the app.
For more info, click here
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Yes. we created an app for the 2023 HAVI Conference: Building a Sustainable Future!
Use it to stay up to date with the latest conference news, tailor your own personal schedule, and create your event profile to network with other attendees. Are you ready to plan your experience? Click here to download the mobile app
Downloading the app gives you access to the full features of our conference. If you prefer, a more limited web version is available (no app download). Click here for the web version.
Either way, you must log into the app using the email address you used to register. Only registered HAVI attendees have access to the conference app. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
See you soon in Chicago!
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Thursday, September 26, 2023 | 5:00-7:00PM
VENUE: Chicago Sports Museum, Water Tower Place, Level 7, 835 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
Join us at the welcome reception to connect with fellow conference attendees, engage in thought-provoking conversations, and forge new connections. Delight in delicious food, refreshing drinks and beverages, fun games, and an evening of networking that promises to be informative and enjoyable. We can't wait to kick off this event with you!
You are responsible for making your own transportation arrangements to the reception venue.
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The conference is live and fully in-person. We are not offering pre-recorded, livestream, or hybrid options.
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Yes, we do! During the 2023 HAVI Conference, our photographers and videographers will be documenting participant interactions at all scheduled events. If you prefer that your likeness not be shared or released, kindly use this form for your opt-out request.
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Unfortunately at this time, nominations for all conference workshops & abstracts and all HAVI conference awards are now CLOSED.
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CEUs and CMEs are not being offered at this year’s HAVI conference. We will revisit this offering for future conferences.
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Full Conference Registration is $500 per ticket. Ticket includes a Welcome Reception on 9/26 and two (2) Full Conference days with breakfast and lunch on 9/27 and 9/28.
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The conference fee is a fixed cost. There is no reduced fee for attending part-time.
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Yes, you can find the full details of our COVID-19 policy here: www.haviconference.org/policies
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We recognize that plans change, and cancellation of your registration may be necessary. Please send all cancellation requests in writing to conference organizers at havipeerlearning@thehavi.org
Cancellation requests received by Friday, September 15, 2023, will receive a refund less a $50 processing fee. Because of convening costs incurred after the September 15 deadline, cancellations after this date – including no-shows at the conference – will not receive a refund.
If you are no longer able to attend but would like to send a substitute in your place, please contact convening organizers no later than Friday, September 22, 2023. There is no fee to change the name on a registration if we are notified by the September 22 deadline.
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Yes, you can find the full details of our anti-discrimination policy here: www.haviconference.org/policies