CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE
What are my attendance options?
Choose to attend hybrid (in-person + virtual) or virtual only.
Hybrid:
- June 11 – sessions are in-person at the Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center.
- June 12-13 – sessions are virtual.
Virtual only:
- June 11 – sessions are livestreamed.
- June 12-13 – sessions are virtual.
Select the appropriate registration type during the checkout process. You may also register for a single day.
What options are available if I attend day one in person? What if I choose the livestream?
- In-person attendees (hybrid registration) will have access to additional in-person exclusive sessions, refreshments, breakfast, lunch, happy hour and other opportunities to interact and engage with attendees, sponsors and speakers.
- All other sessions are available to both hybrid and virtual registrants.
- There will be virtual ways to engage and connect with attendees, speakers and sponsors.
What's the time zone for the conference?
All times noted are Central time.
What do I need to know about the in-person venue?
The in-person portion of the conference is June 11 at the Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center.
Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center
6155 Earle Brown Drive
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Where should I park?
Park in the free surface lot at the Heritage Center.
Are hotel rooms available?
Yes; we recommend the following hotel:
Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis North
6300 Earle Brown Drive
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Call 763-560-2700 or book your room online. Request the MNCPA rate of $145/night. Availability is limited.
What technology do I need?
For the livestream/virtual portion of the conference:
- You can choose to participate via your laptop/desktop computer or via mobile device.
- If you participate via computer, you will need a functional computer with a strong internet connection. It’s not necessary to download an app if you’re not coming to the in-person portion and prefer to use your computer.
- If you participate via mobile device, you’ll need to download the conference app (details coming soon) before the conference starts.
For the in-person portion of the conference:
- Hybrid/in-person attendees must download the conference app (details coming soon) before arriving.
View more details here or refer to the pre-conference emails sent to registered attendees in the days before the event.
How can I ensure a smooth experience?
- Follow all instructions sent regarding the conference app and/or accessing virtual sessions (details coming soon).
- If you prefer hard copies of materials, download the materials and print them before the conference begins. Materials are available electronically only, and you can access them via your MNCPA account or within the conference platform.
- In-person attendees: Download the conference app (details coming soon) before you arrive to ensure you’re ready to check into the first session at 8 a.m.
- In-person attendees: Arrive between 7:30-7:45 a.m. on June 11 to park, check in, grab breakfast and find your first session.
Who do I contact if I need technical assistance?
Call the MNCPA at 952-831-2707, option 1, or 1-800-331-4288 (toll-free) if you need help.