When /

Sunday, December 31st 

FAQs

 

Registration ▼

When is the Registration deadline?

  •  Thursday, September 3, 2026

What information should I have to complete my registration?

  • Contact information
  • Status as NDA member or non-member
  • Payment method by Credit Card or Check

What does the registration fee cover?

  • Besides the presentations at conference, it covers Pre-Conference Workshops on Sunday, two hosted cocktail receptions, continental breakfast and lunch buffet on Monday and Tuesday

Can I transfer my registration to someone else in my company in the event I cannot attend?

  • Yes, you can.  Please contact Aubrey Tran atran@helmsbriscoe.com
  • Please make sure to contact the hotel directly to transfer the room to the other person’s name.  NDA is not responsible for doing that. 

What if I need to cancel?

  • The last day to cancel to receive a full refund on the conference is Thursday, September 3, 2026.
Hotel ▼

What is the cost for the hotel?

  • $385.00 plus taxes per night.  This rate applies to the nights of Friday, October 2, 2026 – Wednesday, October 7, 2026
  • Please note the hotel only has a select number of hotel rooms on these nights. If they are taken you can book your room at the current reservation rate at the time of booking.

What is the Hotel reservation deadline?

  • Friday, September 11, 2026. However, it is best to reserve early to ensure you secure a room at the rate of $385/night.

Can I extend the trip pre or post-dates? 

  • Yes.  It will be based on availability at time of booking and at the rate decided on by the hotel if the nights are not part of our group rates (10/02/2026 – 10/07/2026).

Will the hotel honor the group rate for additional dates?

  • No

Can I call the hotel directly to book my reservation?

  • Yes, but it’s preferable to go through the hotel link located on the Conference website on the Venue tab.

What are the checkin & check out times?

  • Check-in: 4:00pm
  • Check-out: 12:00pm
Dietary Needs ▼

What if I have special dietary or other needs?

  • Please let us know during the registration process, there will be a spot for you to input your needs.
Transportation ▼

Transportation to/from Hotel

Will airport transportation be provided? 

  • No, there are numerous taxis, ubers, etc plus the L Train once you have exited the airport.

How long is the travel time?

  • It is approximately 12 miles from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to The Ritz-Carlton Chicago. Timing depends on the time of day.
  • It is approximately 18 miles from Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) to The Ritz-Carlton Chicago. Timing depends on the time of day.

Is there parking onsite?

  • Yes, self-parking is available in attached garage (Water Tower Chicago Self-Parking for an hourly rate of $34.00/hour. Valet parking is available for a daily rate of $85.00 per day.
Conference Content ▼

Will there be WiFi in the meeting?

  • No, wifi will not be provided during our conference.

When will I receive the agenda? 

  • When available it will be posted under the Agenda tab.

What type of presentations and/or speakers will be at the conference?

  • When available, they will be listed on the Speakers Tab

Will the presentations be available?

  • After the conference, pdf versions of the presentations will be available.

Will the presentations be recorded?

  • No

Which vendors will be at the conference?

  • Check the Sponsors tab for a listing
Additional Questions ▼

What is the attire for the conference?  Different for day vs. night?

  • Business casual.  Dressier for receptions if you so desire.

Who can I contact with additional questions?

Doors Open /

8pm