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What is the dress code for PMDMC?
The PMDMC is a business-casual event; what’s most important is that you’re comfortable and able to focus on the great content we have planned for you. Hotel conference rooms can be chilly so we recommend that you pack layers to stay comfortable.
What food is included in my conference fee?
Monday, July 7: Light hors d’oeuvres are provided for conference attendees at the evening opening reception.
Tuesday, July 8: Conference attendees will receive breakfast and have an opportunity to leave the hotel for lunch. Lunch will not be provided by the conference. The famous Reading Terminal Market, which is filled with many great lunch options, is right across the street from the conference hotel. The evening event will have light hors d’oeuvres.
Wednesday, July 9: Conference attendees will receive breakfast and have an opportunity to leave the hotel for lunch. Lunch will not be provided by the conference. The closing event will feature light happy hour munchies.
Thursday, July 10: Brave Talk attendees will receive lunch.
How do I book my hotel room?
Once you complete your conference registration, you’ll receive a link to complete your hotel reservation.
When is the last day to book my hotel room at the discount rate?
The last day to book your room at the reserved block rate is June 15, 2025. But keep in mind that our room block in the past has sold out before the early bird deadline, which is April 25, 2025.
How much does the hotel cost?
Rooms that are part of our discounted room block at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown are $255 per night plus taxes. You must book no later than June 15, 2025 to receive this rate.
What is the hotel’s cancellation policy?
Each attendee must provide a credit card when making a reservation. The hotel will place a hold on the card for the cost of one night’s stay plus tax as a deposit. This amount will be refunded if the reservation is canceled in accordance with the hotel’s cancellation policy.
Once checked in, any reservation that departs prior to the scheduled departure date will be subject to an Early Departure Fee equal to one night’s room and tax. Upon check in, an incidental deposit of $125 per night will be required. Any unused authorization will be released upon checkout.
The hotel requires 72 hrs prior to arrival to cancel without penalty. There is a 1 night room rate should a guest cancel within 72 hours of their date of arrival. Our standard check-in begins at 4:00 p.m. and check-out is 11:00 a.m. There is a fee for early check-in between 7am – & 2pm. This applies to non-Bonvoy members only. (Based upon availability). There will be a $100 USD per day incidental hold at check in. A credit card is required to guarantee reservation. No deposits will be taken at time of reserving rooms, however a method of payment must be presented upon check in.
When/where should I fly in?
The conference content starts at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 7th. Fly into Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Take the train from the airport to Center City to Jefferson Station and you’ll be a few minutes’ walk from the Marriott Downtown. More information can be found on our Hotel & Travel page.
Is Wi-Fi provided?
Wi-Fi is free in the meeting spaces. Network information will be provided to you upon check-in.
Guest room internet is free for Marriott Bonvoy members. Joining Marriott Bonvoy is free and easy!
When/where/how should I download the conference mobile app?
We recommend that you download the PMDMC25 mobile app before you arrive in Philadelphia . The updated app will be available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store about two weeks before the start of the conference. Registrants will receive an email reminder with download instructions in the days before the conference. If you’ve attended previous PMDMCs, please note that the conference app is from a new provider in 2025 and will need to be re-downloaded. We will provide instructions on how to download the PMDMC25 app once it is available.
Please note: To access the PMDMC 2025 mobile app you will need to register using the same email you used to register for the conference.
Will I have access to a list of conference attendees and their contact information?
Networking with colleagues is a huge part of the value of the PMDMC. The PMDMC mobile app will include a list of all attendees, along with job title and organization. In order to respect people’s privacy, we give each attendee the option to opt in/out of sharing an email address and allowing direct messaging within the app.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions? How should I communicate my dietary needs?
The hotel will provide clearly labeled gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options on each buffet; you can let us know of your needs in the conference registration form. If you have additional needs (i.e. Halal, Kosher, allergies) please contact us and we’ll be happy to arrange a special meal program with the hotel.
How can I request accessibility accommodations and/or services at PMDMC?
When you register, check the box that reads “I require accommodations for a disability.” We’ll get in touch with you a few weeks before the conference for information about the services you require.
I am traveling with family. Can I bring a guest to any of the conference events?
Guest passes for PMDMC social events may be purchased during the event at the PMDMC information desk at the hotel. Please contact us a few weeks prior to the event for pricing information.
Registration & Billing
Do you offer group pricing?
Yes! Register five station colleagues for PMDMC and get the sixth registration free when you sign up as a group! To qualify, all six registrants must be registered together. Then, enter the discount code Buy5Get1 in the coupon code field on the payment screen.
Having trouble assembling a group registration? No problem – just contact us and we can consolidate your registered staff on one invoice and apply the discount for you.
This offer is valid only for stations and is limited to one free registration per station. This offer is not valid if any of the five registrations are discounted (e.g., for sponsors, paid speakers, volunteers, or scholarship recipients).
What's your cancellation or transfer policy?
If circumstances change and you can no longer attend this conference, you may cancel your registration by providing written notice to Greater Public via our contact form. Registrations will be fully refunded, minus an administrative fee of $150, if a cancellation request is made up to 45 calendar days prior to the in-person conference start date of July 7, 2025. Cancellations received after the cancellation cutoff date of Friday, May 23, 2025 or nonattendance will not be refunded. For cancellations received after the cutoff date with a balance due, the registration amount remains due in full. Please remember that canceling your registration does not automatically cancel your hotel and travel arrangements.
You may transfer your registration to someone within your organization at no additional fee. Registration transfers may be made at any time up to the conference start date. All transfers must be requested through our contact form and will be carried out by Greater Public Staff at staff discretion.
If you received a free registration with the group pricing, you will not receive a refund if you cancel one of the five paid individual registrations.
Registration for Brave Talk is not refundable.
Terms vary for exhibitors and sponsors. See your sponsor agreement or get in touch with us with questions.
How do I cancel?
In order to cancel your registration, please contact us. Cancellation requests received by Friday, May 23, 2025 will receive a full refund minus an administrative fee of $150.
Can I attend the conference for just one day at a reduced rate?
We offer day passes on a case-by-case basis. Contact us for pricing and details.
My employer does not allow me to pay by credit card. Can I get an invoice?
Attendees may choose to pay via invoice if needed. To do so, select “Invoice” in the payments section of the registration. An invoice will be generated instantly that you can print or download. Payments must be received no later than Friday, June 27, 2025. Please allow ample time for postal mail.
Where can I get a copy of my confirmation email or receipt?
Log in to our registration site to get a copy of your registration, invoice, or receipt.
How do I add/remove items like Brave Talk from an existing registration?
Log in to our registration site to get a copy of your registration, invoice, or receipt; or to make changes to your registration. Brave Talk is non-refundable.
Speakers
I am speaking at the PMDMC. Do I get a complimentary registration or free hotel rooms?
We do not offer discounted or complimentary registration to speakers because there is a good deal of overlap between conference attendees and presenters. To show our gratitude for your hard work and inspiring content, you will receive special speaker recognition and unique networking opportunities. Presenters and speakers are responsible for booking their own hotel and travel accommodations.
Do I need to register if I’m only speaking in one session?
All speakers need to register for the conference. If you are an exception, your session producer will let you know.
What is the standard setup for the room I’ll be presenting in?
Most speakers will receive the following, but please check with your session producer to confirm:
- Wi-fi
- Podium + stationary mic
- Panelists table with microphones
- LCD projector and screen
- Audio patch cord
- Presenter laptop
Conference Content
I’d like to present a session or be on a panel. How does that work?
Our session proposal submission period is open periodically in the months leading up to the conference. Anyone can submit a session proposal. The content committee selects ideas to develop based on the criteria outlined for this year’s conference. Subscribe to the PMDMC email list (in the footer of this page) to be notified about the next call for session proposals.
I submitted a proposal for a session. When will I hear back?
The content committee will finalize the session offerings by May 30 but intend to inform submitters of their proposal status before then.
When will the full schedule for the PMDMC be posted?
In the months before the conference, we publish sessions and keynotes as they are confirmed, although shifts and changes sometimes occur. We aim to have at least half of our sessions finalized by mid-April and most of the schedule announced in early June.
Can I still get a paper or PDF version of the conference schedule?
The conference schedule is available online and in the PMDMC mobile app. When you arrive at PMDMC, you will receive a printed at-a-glance version of the agenda.
Will I be eligible for CFRE points for attending the PMDMC?
Yes! Participation in PMDMC will be eligible for CFRE points. Check back in June for more information about CFRE credits and to download the worksheet.
