FAQs for Registered Participants
Q: What day does the event begin and end?
A: This in-person event will take place on February 9th and 10th, 2024. The current times listed are tentative. The event will end no later than 4 pm on Saturday, February 10, 2024. All start and end times for each day are local (ET).
On Friday, February 9th, programming is tentatively scheduled to begin at 12:00 pm with registration opening at 11 am. Programming on Friday will end at roughly 6:30 pm. Participants are recommended to eat lunch prior to arriving on the first day of the event.
On Saturday, February 10th, programming is tentatively scheduled to begin at 8:30 am with doors opening at 8 am. Programming on Saturday will end no later than 4 pm. There will be a lunch break on Saturday with programming resuming afterwards until no later than 4pm.
The official schedule of events will be shared with registered participants prior to the event.
Q: Where is the event being held?
A: Thanks to their generosity, we are happy to share the event will be held at the Howard University School of Business.
Q: What is the event schedule?
A: The full schedule for this event can be found on the BGS Event Page once it is finalized. The schedule includes speakers, panelists, an interactive workshop, a leadership activity, and a BGS Gives Back activity.
Q: Is this an in-person event or virtual?
A: This event takes place live and in-person only at the Howard University School of Business.
Q: Where can I register for the event?
A: Please follow the registration link on the BGS Event Page which will take you to the registration page on Eventbrite. Please note that this event is limited to 100 participants, so we encourage interested members to register sooner rather than later to guarantee a spot to attend this year’s event.
Q: What are the hotel recommendations?
A: BGS will provide hotel recommendations near the event site, however members can choose to pick any hotel of their choosing.
Q: Are hotel accommodations included in the event fee?
A: Hotel accommodation is not included in the event fee. BGS members who need a hotel will be responsible for booking and covering the cost of a hotel room. BGS will provide hotel recommendations near the event site, however members can choose to pick any hotel of their choosing.
Q: What is the dress code for this event?
A: The dress code for this event is business casual. Jeans are allowed.
Q: Will recordings be available after the event?
A: Since this is an in-person event only, there will NOT be recordings of any of the sessions.
Q: Is this event for BGS members only?
A: Yes, this event is for BGS members and the content will be geared towards current undergraduate and graduate students.
Q: Is this open to members outside of Washington, D.C.?
A: Yes, this event is open to BGS student members both within and outside of the Washington, D.C. area.
Q: Are there any discounts or scholarships available?
A: Members who submit a registration by November 19, 2023, will lock in the lowest price. There are no event scholarships or additional discounts available from BGS Global HQ.
Q: What does the registration fee include?
A: The registration fee includes top-notch and dynamic presentations and learning opportunities over two days. The registration fee does NOT include meals, lodging, travel to and from the area as well as local transportation and parking to and from the event.
Q: Are refunds available?
A: Refunds are available until fourteen days prior to the event (Friday, January 26, 2024).
Q: Will there be a wait list?
A: Yes. There will be a wait list. If spots become available, those on the list will be processed in the order they were received with the latest to come off the wait list and register being Friday, February 2, 2024, at 4 pm CT.
Q: What times are the refreshments/bathroom breaks?
A: Refreshments/bathroom breaks will be throughout and will be noted on the final schedule.
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