FAQs
Where is the event being held?
The CBI Conference is taking place at the Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 0QH.
The Conference Gala Dinner is being held at The Brewery, Chiswell Street, London EC1Y 4SD.
Can I visit the event for free?
No. However, fees start from only £625 per place excluding VAT.
How do I book?
Call Gemma Fisher on 020 7395 8012.
Can I register on the day?
No. All delegates must pre-register by 10.00am, Thursday 22 November.
What is included in the delegate package?
The delegate package includes attendance at all the relevant sessions booked (either Monday or Tuesday or the entire event); lunch on Monday 26 November (if relevant); tea and coffee throughout; a complimentary delegate bag with souvenir event brochure and the opportunity to visit the Interactive Conference Exhibition. The Conference Gala Dinner is an optional extra for all attendees which must be booked in advance.
Can I get a list of delegate names for 2006?
No. However a breakdown of the range of delegates who typically attend is available on the why attend page and if you attend the event, you will have access to a full delegate and guest list in the Conference Guide, which you will receive in your complimentary delegate bag.
What are the cancellation terms?
If you have booked places at the Conference and/or Conference Dinner and subsequently have to cancel, we ask that you let us know as soon as possible. Cancellations received in writing by the CBI events team by 5pm on Friday 26 October 2007 will incur a cancellation fee of 40% of the total invoiced. We regret that we cannot give refunds for cancellations received after this date, although substitute delegates or dinner guests are very welcome.
What is the Code of Conduct for this event?
The CBI Interactive Conference is a high-level platform for discussion and debate. We request your co-operation in supporting the conference organisers, officials and other delegates in obtaining the best out of the conference. Intimidating and disruptive actions or antisocial behaviour directed at speakers, panellists, officials or delegates are grounds for removal from the site and may lead to disciplinary action.
Why do I need to submit a photograph?
To enhance security, delegates will be issued with photo badges at this event. Delegates must supply a recent passport-style photograph. Email a digital photograph (jpeg) to: conference.photos@cbi.org.uk or post a hard copy to: CBI Events, CBI, Centre Point, 103 New Oxford Street, London WC1A 1DU. Failure to supply a photograph will delay registration and may result in you being refused entry to the event.
What if I have accessibility or additional requirements?
Please notify the CBI at least one month before the conference date if you have any additional requirements eg wheelchair access, large print etc.
How can I contact the event organisers?
The contact us link on the left contains all key conference contacts.
