Registration Information

AFCC Members Save up to $200 on Registration Rates

Register and pay by March 18th, to receive the lowest rates for the conference! Not a member, yet? Join AFCC by taking advantage of the New Membership Special then register for the conference at the AFCC member rate.

New Membership Special

Join AFCC when you register for the conference and receive a twelve-month membership for $150—a $10 discount—and save up to $200 by registering at the AFCC member rate! It pays for itself! To join AFCC, simply select the new membership special on the registration form. The new membership special rate is only available to first-time AFCC members.

Pre-Conference Institute Registration

Includes attendance at one pre-conference institute, refreshment breaks, and printed institute materials. Institute registration is a separate fee from registration for the full conference.

Conference Registration

Includes all conference sessions, electronic access to conference materials, certificate of attendance, refreshment breaks, opening reception, luncheon, evening celebration, entertainment, and access to the AFCC hospitality suite. *Pre-conference institutes require a separate registration fee.

Spouse/Guest Registration

Available only to a spouse or significant other accompanying a full-conference registrant, not a business associate or staff colleague. Includes plenary sessions, opening reception, luncheon, evening celebration, entertainment, and access to the AFCC hospitality suite.

Conference Presenter Registration

Available only to conference presenters. Includes all conference sessions, electronic access to conference materials, refreshment breaks, opening reception, luncheon, evening celebration, entertainment, and access to the AFCC hospitality suite. *A separate registration fee is required for presenters who wish to attend a pre-conference institute.

Full-Time Student Registration

Includes all conference sessions, electronic access to conference materials, and access to the hospitality suite. Meal functions are not included; however, meal tickets may be purchased separately. Registration must include proof of full-time student status. *A separate registration fee is required for pre-conference institutes.

Pricing

Registration Type Early
(by March 18)
Members Save Standard
(by May 5)
Members Save Late
(after May 5)
Members Save
Full Day Institute - Member $170 $85 $190 $85 $200 $95
Full Day Institute - Non-member $255   $275   $295  
Conference - Member $555 $115 $580 $115 $595 $130
Conference - Non-member $670   $695   $725  
Presenter - Member $350 $70 $375 $75 $400 $90
Presenter - Non-member $420   $450   $490  
Student Rate - Member $185 $50 $235 $25 $260 $25
Student Rate - Non-member $235   $260   $285  

Additional Tickets

The luncheon and evening celebration are included in the conference registration fee. Additional tickets are available: for the luncheon are $85 and $125 for the evening celebration. Ticket prices reflect the cost to AFCC.

Certificate of Attendance

AFCC will provide a certificate of attendance for all conference attendees. Certificates will only reflect sessions where the attendee signed in and out.

Session or Presenter Changes

AFCC reserves the right to make changes to the conference program, including (but not limited to) changes to the content and speakers in the published event schedule, or canceling sessions, should unforeseen circumstances arise.

Audio/Video Recording

No personal audio or video recording or photographing of sessions is permitted. This is a live in-person event and will not be available virtually.

Photo and Video Policy

AFCC reserves the right to take photographs during the conference and conference events. Your registration, attendance, or participation constitutes your consent for AFCC to use such photos and videos for promotional and archival purposes.

Travel and Lodging Information

New Orleans Marriott
555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
504-581-1000 ∙ Book online!

Experience the charm of downtown New Orleans at the New Orleans Marriott, just steps from the French Quarter, Jackson Square, Café du Monde, and more. Enjoy the vibrant culture, from Bourbon Street's energy to art-filled Rue Royale. New Orleans is a cultural mecca, sure to offer something for everyone!

Reserve your stay today by calling 504-581-1000 and requesting the AFCC special rate, or book online! AFCC attendees can enjoy a special rate of $215 per night (single/double occupancy). The room block and special rate are only guaranteed until May 4th, 2025—rooms often sell out early, so book soon! Attendees are responsible for their own hotel arrangements.

To ensure that all rooms booked at the conference hotel by attendees are recognized as part of the event, AFCC will provide the hotel with a list of registrants. By registering, you acknowledge this information will be shared with the hotel for this purpose only.

Ground Transportation

A taxi from New Orleans Airport to the New Orleans Marriott costs approximately $50 one-way and takes about 25 minutes, depending on traffic. Uber and Lyft are also available, along with hotel shuttles serving some downtown hotels.

Parking

Valet parking rates at New Orleans Marriot Hotel on Canal Street are $52 plus tax per day. Prices may be subject to change.

Ambient Temperature

Meeting rooms and hotel facilities may be chilly, so bring a light jacket or sweater for indoors.