SCHEDULE

What are the dates of PDN PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo 2009?
October 22-24, 2009

When is the exposition open?

Thursday, October 22
9am - 10am	Preview for Gold Expo Pass and Seminar Attendees only
10am - 5pm	Exhibit Hall Open
Friday, October 23
9am - 10am	Preview for Gold Expo Pass and Seminar Attendees only
10am - 5pm	Exhibit Hall Open
Saturday, October 24
10am - 4pm	Exhibit Hall Open

What is the conference schedule?
Please click here for a complete conference list.

When is the next PDN PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo show being held?
Tentative dates are Oct 28-30, 2010

TRAVEL

Where is PDN PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo 2009 being held?
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
655 West 34th Street (on 11th Avenue)
New York, NY 10001

What hotels are offering special rates?
Special reduced rates have been secured at the several local hotels. For more information on hotels available, rates, and locations, please click on Hotel Map and Rates.

How do I book a hotel room?
Special reduced rates have been secured at the several local hotels. To book a hotel room please click on Individual Hotel Booking Form. 

Are there any discounted airline and rental car rates?
PDN Photoplus International Conference + Expo 2009 has partnered with American Airlines, NWA, Jet Blue, and Avis to offer discounts to attendees and exhibitors.

How do I get an International Visa letter of invitation?
Once you are registered and paid in full, send an e-mail requesting an International Visa letter of invitation to photoplusexpo@nielsen.com. A letter of invitation will be sent within five business days. Please note that if your visa request is denied by your country, you will receive a full refund (if applicable) for your registration fees.

REGISTRATION AND BADGES

How do I register for the show?
Click here to register online. If you would like to register via fax or mail, contact Customer Service at 508-743-8505, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (EST) or photoplus@cdsreg.com and request a paper registration form. Please note registration rates are higher for fax/mailed registrations.

How do I change my registration?
You can upgrade or update your registration online in the Attendee Resource Center.
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What are the fees to attend the show?
Expo Only
Register online before 10/8/09 and your registration is FREE!
After October 8th: $49

Gold Expo Pass
On or before October 8th: $59
After October 8th: $79

Conference Two-Hour Seminars

On or before October 8th:
1-2 Two-Hour Seminars ........$ 80 each
3-4 Two-Hour Seminars ........$ 70 each
5-7 Two-Hour Seminars ........$ 65 each
Full Seminar Package (8-9 Seminars)...... $ 495

After October 8th:
1-2 Two-Hour Seminars ........$ 95 each
3-4 Two-Hour Seminars ........$ 85 each
5-7 Two-Hour Seminars ........$ 80 each
Full Seminar Package (8-9 Seminars) ......$ 510

Special Three-Hour Seminars
No discounting applies unless included in Full Seminar Package.
On or before October 8th: $ 105 each
After October 8th: $ 120 each

Special Hands-on Computer Classes
No discounting applies.
On or before October 8th: $150 each
After October 8th: $170 each

What are the registration hours?

Thursday, October 22	7:30am - 5pm
Friday, October 23	8am - 5pm
Saturday, October 24	8am - 4pm

When will I receive my badge?
Badges will be mailed out towards the end of September, if registered by September 28, 2009. If you do not receive your badge in the mail, please go to the Advanced Registration counters in the Javits Convention Center during registration hours.

How do get an invoice?
Send an e-mail to photoplusexpo@nielsen.com to request an invoice. Please include your company name and address, name of attendees, and what they would like to attend. Invoices will be e-mailed or mailed within five business days. All registrations must be paid in full prior to the conference. Please allow adequate time to get your invoice processed.

Do you accept purchase orders?
Yes. Please send your purchase orders to photoplusexpo@nielsen.com or fax 703-738-2371. Once we receive your purchase order, we will send you an invoice within five business days. All registrations must be paid in full prior to the conference. Please allow adequate time to get your invoice processed.

How do I get a W-9 form?
Coming soon

How can I be deleted from your mailing, fax or e-mail list?
If you would like to be removed from the mailing, fax or e-mail list, please send your request via fax to 703-738-2371 or e-mail: photoplusexpo@neilsen.com. Please include "Remove from Mailing List" in the subject line.

Can I register onsite?
Yes, please visit the "Register Here" attendee registration counters at the Javits Convention Center during registration hours Please note that onsite registration fees are higher than advance registration fees.

I want to bring a guest, is there a guest registration?
All attendees must be registered for the show; there is no guest registration.

EXHIBIT HALL

What exhibitors will be at PDN PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo 2009?
Use links to see current Exhibitors list and to view Floor Plan.

CONFERENCE

What sessions are being offered at PDN PhotoPlus International Conference + Expo 2009?
Please click here for a complete conference list. 

How much do the seminars cost?
Conference Two-Hour Seminars

On or before October 8th:
1-2 Two-Hour Seminars ........ $ 80 each
3-4 Two-Hour Seminars ........ $ 70 each
5-7 Two-Hour Seminars ........ $ 65 each
Full Seminar Package (8-9 Seminars) ...... $ 495

After October 8th:
1-2 Two-Hour Seminars ........$ 95 each
3-4 Two-Hour Seminars ........$ 85 each
5-7 Two-Hour Seminars ........$ 80 each
Full Seminar Package (8-9 Seminars) ......$ 510

Special Three-Hour Seminars
No discounting applies unless included in Full Seminar Package.
On or before October 8th: $ 105 each
After October 8th: $ 120 each

Special Hands-on Computer Classes
No discounting applies.
On or before October 8th: $150 each
After October 8th: $170 each

Do I need to get a ticket to attend the sessions?
You do not need tickets to attend the conference sessions, but you will need your Conference Pass to enter the sessions. When you receive your badge, there will be a Conference Pass next to your badge that will list all of the sessions you have purchased, and you will need to show this at the door to enter the session. If you add sessions to your registration, please make sure all sessions are listed on your Conference Pass. If you purchase sessions after your badge is mailed, you will need to pick up a new badge and Conference Pass at the advanced attendee registration counters at the Javits Convention Center during registration hours.

Do I need a ticket to attend General Sessions or Special Evening Sessions?
No tickets are needed for the General Sessions or Special Evening Sessions. These events are open to all Gold Expo Pass holders and Conference attendees. You will not receive a ticket for these events, nor will they be listed on your Conference Pass. Admittance will only be given to Gold Expo Pass holders and Conference attendees, which will be indicated by their badge holder color.

MISCELLANEOUS

Are cameras allowed on the expo floor?
Yes cameras are allowed. However, no photographs are allowed on the show floor unless they have the exhibitor's permission.

Will there be shuttles to/from the convention center and the hotels?
Shuttle service will be provided to and from the Jacob Javits Convention Center, Penn Station and the hotels in our block. Click here for the complete shuttle schedule.

Are children allowed on the show floor?
No one under the age of 18 will be allowed on the show floor during set-up and tear-down. Children under the age of 18 will be allowed on the show floor with adult supervision during the show hours. Please stop by registration onsite to sign a child waiver form and pick up a child badge. Absolutely no strollers will be allowed on the show floor at any time - NO EXCEPTIONS. This is for safety reasons.

Are wheeled carts and/or bags allowed on the show floor?
For the safety of our attendees and exhibitors, no wheeled carts, wheeled bags or strollers will be allowed on the show floor - NO EXCEPTIONS.
Please e-mail photoplusexpo@nielsen.com should you need to address this policy with show management.

Are wheelchairs or motorized scooters available?
Wheelchairs are available on a first come, first serve basis. Simply visit the Javits Concierge Desk to sign a wheelchair out. If you need a motorized scooter, you can reserve one by calling 212-216-2222 and making a reservation with a Javits preferred vendor.

What is the dress for the show?
The conference is business casual.

Who should attend the show?
PDN PhotoPlus continues to be on the cutting edge of what's happening in photography and imaging. Since 1983 we've put on the leading show in the industry - attracting all the exhibitors you want to see, and the industry names you want to network with!

And, this year we are throwing a party as the ultimate photo-industry networking event.  Join at our PDN PhotoPlus Thursday Night Bash.  Click here for details.

Find over 100 information-packed, idea-generating session sessions at the only conference in the country that's 100% focused on photography and imaging.

Join us in celebrating 26 Years!  Arrive Curious. Leave Inspired.