Frequently Asked Questions
In-Person Conferences. For details on virtual seminars, please visit that particular page.
What is the dress code?Although some people choose business casual, we do not have any dress code in place, please wear whatever you would like. |
When will I receive my materials for the conference?Materials will be provided upon arrival on night one of the program. Slides for the seminar itself will be able for download after the conference has ended. The link and password will be provided at the program. |
I have dietary restrictions; can you accommodate me at meal times?We are happy to make every possible effort to accommodate your dietary restrictions. Please contact our office at least two weeks prior to the conference so that we can make arrangements with the hotel. |
I am registered for the course, where is my hotel reservation confirmation number?Please note that prior to 30 days from the seminar, the hotel will not have record of your name, as our participant rooming list is not submitted until 30 days out. However, you may still book extra nights accommodation prior to 30 days out by simply telling the representative in group reservations of the seminar/dates, and they will link your extra night(s) to the 3 nights booked by P.A. Douglas. |
I have special rooming requests, whom do I contact to make arrangements?If you have any special requests such as being close to an elevator, please contact our offices and we will forward your request to the hotel, or you may contact the hotel directly. |
I am a local resident and I don’t need hotel accommodation, can you separate the hotel from the course fee?We are happy to accommodate guests who do not need hotel, please contact our office for assistance. |
Will I be receiving info leading up to course?Once you register for the program you will be provided and information sheet with all necessary information pertaining to the seminar. After this, you will receive all materials at the program. |
What is the course fee breakdown?For the Annual Administrative Professionals Course: Registration Fee - $795.00 Hotel Package - $500.00 Tuition & Materials - $1,500.00 Total - $2,795.00 |
What is the course schedule?Seminar Registration will take place in the Ballroom Foyer between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on the day of your arrival. The seminar itself will begin at 5:00 p.m. in the Ballroom with the welcome and introductory session. There will be a cocktail reception to follow from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Breakfast will be served between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m. each day of the program. On the second day of the program, the morning session will run from 9:00 a.m. until noon. The afternoon session will begin at 1:30 pm and conclude at 4:00 p.m. On day three, the morning session will begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 12:00 p.m.. In the afternoon participants will enjoy a recess. This free time will afford participants an opportunity to enjoy the many area attractions during daylight hours. On day three there will be an evening session that will run from 6:00 p.m. until 8:45 p.m. On the fourth day of the program, the seminar will run from 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m., at which time the course will officially conclude. . |
What is the cancellation policy?At P.A. Douglas we are pleased to offer a flexible cancellation/substitution policy. Should your plans change, and you need to cancel, the $795.00 registration/cancellation fee only will be charged provided 30 days written notice is given. If you provide less than 30 days written notice of cancellation, the entire course fee is payable. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to attendance and upon written notification. |