National Conference FAQs
2025 FAQs
When does the conference begin and end?
The 2025 conference officially begins with Pre-Conference Sessions on Sunday, October 5, at 1:00pm and a Welcome Reception for all attendees at 5:00pm. The main program begins Monday morning at 8:00am. The conference concludes at 12:00pm on Wednesday, October 8.
How do I make hotel reservations?
Reservations at the Hotel Valley Ho are first come, first served. Please note that the Valley Ho booking policy requires a one night non-refundable deposit, so we encourage attendees to be certain of travel plans before booking.
Once the reserved block of hotel rooms has been fully booked, the rates are subject to the Valley Ho’s pricing when booking.
Are meals included in the registration fee?
Yes, breakfast, snacks, and lunch are provided to all attendees on Monday, October 6 and Tuesday, October 7, and then breakfast only on Wednesday, October 8. There will also be a poolside Welcome Reception on Sunday evening, October 5, at 5pm and an evening reception on Monday, October 6, on the Skyline Rooftop Terrace overlooking Camelback Mt. and downtown Scottsdale. Both of the evening receptions will serve light snacks.
What is the closest airport to the conference?
The Hotel Valley Ho is 7.5 miles (approximately 15 minutes) from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Taxi/Uber/Lyft is recommended - if you're feeling adventurous, try a driver-less Waymo!
What will the weather be in Scottsdale and what should I wear?
The typical average temperatures in Scottsdale in early October range from a high of 85 degrees to a low of 60 degrees. And sunshine is abundant! Please dress as casually and comfortably as you'd like - shorts and flip-flops are common at the conference and in the local area, but indoor spaces are air-conditioned so you may want to bring layers. We also offer an optional morning Fun Run, Camelback Mountain hike, and Sunrise Yoga so pack appropriately if you'd like to join those activities.