If you are a first-time attendee, there are a few things you’ll want to know.

Don’t forget to check out the General FAQ page for answers to other frequent questions.

When you arrive at the host hotel, come by the check-in/registration table to pick up your name badge and event information. Check-in will be available beginning Sunday, March 27, 2022, at 12:00 PM (Eastern Time). Someone will be stationed at the check-in table each day to answer any questions you have.

Tickets are required for each meal. Your registration covers meals for the days on which you are registered. Breakfast is served Monday through Wednesday. A boxed lunch is provided on Monday, and a buffet lunch meal is provided on Tuesday during the Traffic Bowl final. Dinner on Sunday night is in the form of hors d’oeuvres in Hospitality Suites. Monday night’s dinner will be served at the ABD Event, with Tuesday’s dinner served at the hotel during the Annual Banquet.

  • Sunday Welcome Reception – Casual
  • Sunday ABD Hospitality Event – Casual
  • Monday ABD Event – Sports / Tailgate Theme! – Wear the gear for your favorite sports team (college, professional, you name it!) Go fan crazy (well not too crazy…)
  • Tuesday Annual Banquet – Dress
  • Monday/Tuesday Technical Sessions – Business Casual
  • Wednesday Sessions / Events – Business Casual
  • Spouse Tours – Casual

The Welcome Reception & ABD Hospitality Event is a great time to network and catch up with friends you haven’t seen in a while. We will start at 6:00 PM with cocktails. Following that, at 7:00 PM a few of our wonderful exhibitors will serve a variety of hors d’oeuvres and drinks at the hotel in the hospitality suites.

If you are a first-time attendee scholarship winner, congratulations! On Monday, during the boxed lunch event, please pick up a boxed lunch in the Exhibitor Hall and meet with members of the various committees (Old Louisville Room). You should receive an email confirming this with any further details provided by Member Services.