| 1. What is the difference between "Speed Dating" and One-on-Ones? |
1. In "Speed Dating" people are seated randomly at tables for networking. Every 6-8 minutes or so, a person meets someone new. This activity is for ALL attendees. No special registration is necessary. Simply "show up" for the activity and you can participate. Our "one-on-ones" are scheduled meetings with large companies, government agencies, and export subject experts. The meetings are private, and only technology companies, entrepreneurs, and innovative manufacturers are eligible for this activity. This year you will be able to schedule and manage your own appointments as part of the registration process. They must be scheduled in advance. Sign up for these slots early early. These are filled on a first-come-first-served basis. They will close out. |
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2. How does "Speed Dating" work?
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2. We seat people at long tables. When a bell rings -- on one side of the table the group is instructed to remain seated while the other side is instructed to move down one seat (facing a new person). The bell sounds, every 8 minutes or so, and signals all attendees to engage in conversation with the next person seated across from them. It’s easier than it sounds – and “motivates” people to network. |
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| 3. How can I prepare for "Speed Dating" or "One-on-One Meetings?" | 3. We encourage attendees to have a short “elevator speech” prepared so that each person has the opportunity to showcase their products or technologies – and quickly get to the point. Bring lots of business cards and marketing materials to this event. When you find others you would like to speak with later in more depth – get their business cards and plan to continue the conversation. |
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| 4. Are meals provided at the conference? | 4. Yes. In addition to snacks and drinks, you can expect an evening reception on Day 1 and breakfast and lunch on Day 2, with a light reception in the evening, and breakfast and lunch on Day 3. | |
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5. Where can I park? |
5. Parking is free at the Mohegan Sun. There are a number of parking garages and valet service is also available and also free. | |
| 6. What is the Government Rate? | 6. The Hyatt, Uncassville, on property, is offering a rate of $149 a night for those attendees eligible for the government rate. Free shuttle buses will transport you to and from the host venue.
Please use SBIR Gov when the Corporate/Group # is requested.
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| 7. May I just attend the poster show? | 7. No, the poster show will be integrated with the conference and will not be offered as a stand-alone this year. | |
