General Information

About APM:
ConferenceDirect has held its Annual Partner Meeting since 1998 in an effort to connect our most valued Partners with our top producing Associates in one productive, efficient event. Partners attending APM 2025 will have the opportunity to meet and conduct business with over 200 qualified ConferenceDirect Associates under one roof.

Hotels and Vendors must be enrolled in ConferenceDirect’s Preferred Hotel/Vendor program. If you have questions  about your Preferred Status, please contact: jj.wills@conferencedirect.com.

Attire: 

Daytime Attire: 
Self-service coat racks will be available at the the Convention Center. 

• Sunday: Jeans are permitted
• Monday - Wednesday: Business casual attire is suggested for all day-time functions at APM. Ties are not required during the day. Jeans and shorts are not permitted at daytime functions.

Evening Event Attire:

• Women@CD Event: Athleisure
• Opening Reception (Hyatt): White, Ivory or Gold – Vintage elegance encouraged! Think pearls, sparkles, ruffles, velvet, feathers or tails. Click here for more information and inspiration.
• Awards Dinner (Marriott): Cocktail attire. Ties/Jackets and cocktail dresses suggested.
• Closing Reception (Sonesta/Philadelphia CVB): Embrace your inner artist while staying comfortable - Jeans, stylish sneakers, and expressive tops/artistic prints.

Support Students Through the APM Professional Attire Clothing Drive!

Help aspiring professionals make a strong first impression by donating gently used or new business attire during APM! Donations will support The EPA Exchange Business Clothing Closet at Temple University, which provides students with free professional clothing for interviews, career fairs, and networking events.

• Drop-off Location: Near the event registration desk at the PA Convention Center
• Drop-off Hours: During event registration

Your contributions will empower students with the confidence they need to succeed in their career journeys. Thank you for making a difference!

About the EPA Exchange Business Clothing Closet: The EPA Exchange Business Clothing Closet is a professional attire resource at Temple University, designed to support students in need of business-appropriate clothing for interviews, networking events, career fairs, and professional settings. Operated by the Event Planning Association (EPA), the closet provides students with free access to gently used and new professional clothing, helping them feel confident and prepared for career opportunities.

Our mission is to remove financial barriers and empower students to make strong first impressions in the workplace. Through donations and community support, the EPA Exchange ensures that every student has the opportunity to present themselves professionally, fostering career readiness and success.

Students can browse and select outfits that match their needs, and we encourage alumni, faculty, staff, and industry professionals to contribute to our growing inventory. The EPA Exchange Business Clothing Closet is more than just clothing—it’s a step toward confidence, opportunity, and professional growth.

Weather:
Average temperatures for Philadelphia in March are highs in the mid 50s and lows in the upper 30s. 

Mobile App:
Download the APM event mobile app for the most up to date information on the event, speakers, agenda, attendees, and more. An email with a link will be sent to all registered attendees when it becomes available approximately two weeks prior to the event. 

Please note: APM is a paperless event. No printed agendas will be available onsite. Thank you for supporting our sustainability initiative. 

Lost and Found:
Contact hotel security in the case of lost and/or stolen items when the registration desk is closed.

Code of Conduct:
Our conference is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, or religion (or lack thereof). We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form. Sexual language and imagery are not appropriate for any conference venue, including talks, workshops, parties, Twitter and other online media. APM is a business event and appropriate behavior and (e.g., responsible alcohol consumption) is required.  Additionally, ConferenceDirect is committed to provide a safe environment for all attendees, and will abide by all CDC and local health guidelines and requirements.  Conference participants violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the conference without a refund at the discretion of the conference organizers.