Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Conference?

The 2019 Conference will be held Wednesday, October 2, 2019.

How long is the Conference?

One day, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (exact times subject to change)

Where is the Conference?

Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 418-4700 or 1-800-428-9000

You can find extensive travel information, including a parking map and public transportation details, on our Travel page.

How much is a ticket and what does it include?

Tickets for the 2019 Conference will go on sale on or around April 2, 2019. Click here to join our email list to receive registration news.

For reference, 2018 tickets were $185 each; $1,850 for a table for 10. Tickets for the inaugural Workplace Summit in 2018 were $75 each.

Your Conference ticket includes:

– Seated lunch
– Two main keynote sessions
– Three breakout sessions featuring more than 15 topics to choose from
– Afternoon small-group “roundtables” and networking opportunities
– All-day access to the Exhibit Hall, featuring local and women-owned businesses, additional workshops, a bookstore hosting author signings, and much more
– Access to one-on-one career coaching and resume critique

Who is speaking this year?

Information changes frequently as speakers are confirmed; please check our speaker page for updated information and be sure to join our mailing list for keynote announcements.

What should I wear/What may I bring?

Attendees generally wear business casual attire. During the day, you will be moving throughout the convention center, including up and down stairs, so wear comfortable and appropriate clothing and shoes. You will receive a tote bag to help you hold any program materials.

A Note for New Moms: Nursing mothers have three options for peaceful pumping during the Conference: One dedicated meeting room and two Mamava lactation pods. The Nursing Mothers’ Room will be located in MR 126B, on the ground level near the west end of the convention center. Mamava pods can be found outside of Hall B (2nd floor) and in the hallway just south of the Broad Street Atrium.

What is the Workplace Summit?

The first annual Workplace Summit was held on Thursday, June 7th at Villanova University. The afternoon of lectures and workshops is designed to bring thought leaders together in one place to educate mid-level managers, executives and HR professionals about strategies to achieve inclusion and diversity in the workplace. Men are encouraged to attend.

How do I register?

Tickets for the 2019 Conference will be available on this website on or around April 2, 2019. Click here to join our email list to receive registration news.

Questions? Email [email protected]

When will I receive my registration badges?

Approximately two weeks prior to the event you will be able to print your own badges, and email your guests their badges to print, if applicable. Instructions for doing so are included in your confirmation letter.

What if I need to cancel?

Cancellations must be requested IN WRITING and e-mailed to [email protected]paconferenceforwomen.org no later than September 1, 2019 for refunds. A $25 processing fee will be charged for each cancelled ticket. NO REFUNDS will be processed for any reason after September 1.

Where will I be seated?

Seating is on a first-come/first-served basis except for the lunch session. If a table is purchased, assignments are made based upon registration date. Individual seats are also assigned by date and multiple guests within a single reservation will be seated together. Requests for special seating cannot be accommodated.

Does the Convention Center have Wi-Fi available?

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available on all public concourses and the Overlook Café (3rd Floor).

I have special needs – who do I speak to?

Reasonable accommodations will be made for attendees with special needs. Please send a written request to [email protected].

How do I become a speaker?

To submit to be considered as a speaker for 2019, please visit us HERE.

How do I become a sponsor?

Contact Marlyse Fant at [email protected].

How do I become an exhibitor?

Visit our Exhibitor page for information or email [email protected].

Can I volunteer at the Conference?

Yes! We depend on volunteers to keep things running smoothly. In exchange for their time and effort, volunteers are given complete access to Conference offerings outside of their shift schedule. Visit our Volunteer page for everything you need to know about signing up.

Are men welcome at the conference?

Most warmly! If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. We believe that gender partnership is the surest way to workplaces that work for everyone. While the majority of our attendees are women, men are starting to attend in greater numbers and typically find the day’s programming unique and enlightening.

Who produces the Conference?

The Pennsylvania Conference for Women is a 501(c)3 organization, Tax ID# 20-0447019, with oversight by a volunteer board of directors.

I have another question. Who can help me?

Visit Contact Us for a list of contacts who can help.

Check out our 2018 Newcomer’s Guide for helpful attendee tips and advice.