Registration
Conference Fees
Conference fees include all conference meals, opening reception, sessions, session materials and the Arts Incubator of Kansas City tour. Registration must be received and paid by the dates below to qualify for associated rates. All fees are in U.S. dollars.
| Conference Fees | Early-Bird (by March 6) |
Regular (March 7-April 10) |
On-Site (After April 10) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBIA Member | $675 | $775 | $875 |
| Nonmember | $795 | $895 | $995 |
Guest Registration: $295
A guest is a spouse/significant other, friend or an adult child (18 and over) who is not in an industry-related occupation. Co-workers or associates in the industry may not use the guest registration category. Guest registration includes all conference meals, the opening reception and the Arts Incubator of Kansas City tour.
Preconference Institute Fees
Prices for workshops include course materials, a continental breakfast and lunch. All Preconference Institute fees listed are the early-bird rates. Register by March 6 to receive these rates.Note: Add $75 to workshop fee if not attending the conference. Space is limited. On-site registration not guaranteed.
| Saturday, April 18 | Member | Nonmember |
|---|---|---|
| Facilities Management 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
$449 | $499 |
| Sunday, April 19 | Member | Nonmember |
| Serving Client Companies 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
$449 | $499 |
| Developing a Successful Incubator 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
$449 | $499 |
| Successful Incubator Management in Changing Times 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
$449 | $499 |
| Finding and Keeping Good Sponsors 8 a.m. - noon |
$299 | $359 |
| Building a Winning Pipeline 8 a.m. - noon |
$299 | $359 |
| Seeking Grants From Private Foundations: Understanding the Process 1 - 5 p.m. |
$299 | $359 |
| Tools for Building a Rock-Solid, Fundable Business 1 - 5 p.m. |
$299 | $359 |
| Two half-day workshops | $449 | $499 |
Additional Activities
Registrations are limited and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis – complete tour information is available on the Highlights & Activities page.
| Event | Price |
|---|---|
| Kansas City Tour* Sunday, April 19, 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
$89 |
| Enterprise Center of Johnson County Tour* Wednesday, April 22, 2 - 5 pm. |
$49 |
*Indicates activity not included in the general conference fee.
Cancellations and Refunds
All cancellations must be received in writing. Cancellations received at the NBIA office on or before April 10, 2009, will receive a refund of the registration fees minus a $75 administrative charge. No refunds will be issued for additional activity fees unless the event is cancelled. No cancellations will be accepted nor fees refunded after April 10. There will be no refunds for no-shows. NBIA is not responsible for cancellations mailed or faxed but not received. All refunds will be issued by June 1, 2009.
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