Attendee Information Media Finance Focus 2022

Attendee Information

Thank you for your interest in the Media Finance Focus 2022 Conference.

Conference Attire - Comfortable business casual attire is acceptable at all conference sessions and social events.

NOTE: While it may be warm outside, often the hotel convention area is kept at a low temperature and a sweater/jacket may need to be worn.

Conference Badge and Materials pick-up - Attendees arriving on Sunday, May 22nd, can stop and pick up registration badge and materials at the MFM/BCCA Registration Desk, between 12:30pm and 5:00pm, on the Second Floor. Follow directional signs. Please remember that all attendees* MUST wear their badge to all social events, sessions and in the Exhibit Hall. Your badge is proof of registration; without it, you will not be allowed to participate in any conference activities. If you miss Sunday pick up, registration desk hours are below.

Conference Registration Desk Hours - Monday and Tuesday hours are 7:30am - 5:00pm; Wednesday hours are 7:30am -3:30pm.

Business Cards - Don’t forget to bring extra business cards to hand out to exhibitors, speakers and fellow attendees. Many exhibitors will require a business card to enter their booth prize drawing.

UPDATED COVID EVENT POLICY (as of April 20, 2022)

UPDATED COVID POLICY - Conference Attendee Protocols

Proof of vaccination or proof of negative COVID test required. Please bring your vax card or proof of a negative test with you and be prepared to present it at registration.
Rapid tests will be available on-site to those who do not bring their vax card or proof of negative test. Individuals who test positive will not be permitted to participate in any conference sessions.
Face masks will be available on site but will not be required per local regulations. Wearing a face mask is up to the individual.
Ample supplies of hand sanitizer will be available at all Annual Conference events.
If you feel ill or are running a fever, please do not attend any conference events.
Questions? Email joe.annotti@mediafinance.org

JW Marriott COVID policy: https://whattoexpect.marriott.com/tpajd

Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are fully refundable until April 15, 2022. There will be no cancellation fee for written notification via email or letter on company letterhead as long as it is before the April 15, 2022, deadline. You may transfer your registration to another member at any time to avoid losing any of your registration payment. All qualified refunds are distributed following the completion of the conference.

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The MFM & BCCA conference is the most cost-effective professional development and educational opportunity for members all year. Attendees will experience a full year of benefits in the form of new and greater knowledge that can be directly applied to their work.

Education for Attendees & CPE for CPAs at Media Finance Focus 2022 Conference

All sessions are presented in a group-live instructional/delivery method for all professional levels for all attendees. For those needing CPE credits, in accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE credits have been granted based on a 50-minute hour. CPE sheets are included in all attendee registration envelopes/materials and CPE codes are available at each session offering CPE. All CPE sheets should be submitted to the MFM staff at the conclusion of the conference (original signed copy). CPAs will be mailed/emailed a CPE Certificate from MFM following the conference. CPAs could potentially earn up to TBD units (typical offering, but may vary per year) at the conference. For questions regarding CPE, please call the MFM office at 847.716.7000.

Media Financial Management Association (MFM) is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State Boards of Accountancy have the final authority on the acceptance of individual course for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.

Here are some general tips to make the most of the Media Finance Focus 2022 Conference:

Write down a burning question or challenge to build your schedule with sessions that will give you relevant ideas. Then onsite, record all the ideas you get to implement back at the office.

Earn CPE hours when attending to obtain or maintain your CPA designation––and additional credits if you attend the pre-conference sessions.

Check the registration page where the various rates are listed to see if you qualify for any of the lower group discount rates. Check with your colleagues before registering to see if they are also attending so you can pay the lowest available rate your group qualifies for.

MFM provides 1 set of MFM/BCCA membership mailing labels to Sponsors. An attendee list that includes attendee name, company, city, and state is provided on-site to all full registrants. To opt-out please send an email to info@mediafinance.org.

Our goal is to provide truly exceptional offerings and services, and we won't be happy until you are. If any programs, products, or services of MFM do not fulfill our promise, we will make the situation right.