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NATPE is happy to provide complimentary registrations for all editorial representatives of appropriate media outlets. If you are a member of the press that has not attended NATPE before, or have not attended NATPE recently, we suggest you review the following FAQs to familiarize yourself with the practices and services provided by NATPE. If the following FAQs do not answer your questions, or if you require special arrangements for covering NATPE’s Conference & Exhibition, please contact Paul Nichols or Rebecca Lee of The Lippin Group, NATPE’s public relations representatives.
Questions:
Can I Register on site?
What are the exhibit floor hours?
I am traveling to NATPE from outside the United States. Where can I find visa information for my country?
How do I register as press for NATPE?
Why can't I register on site in Las Vegas?
I won't know if I'm going to NATPE's Conference & Exhibition until the very last minute, can I register in advance and then cancel?
How do I request an interview with NATPE's president, exhibitors and speakers?
Does NATPE provide any on-site facilities for the media?
With several sessions occurring simultaneously, does NATPE provide audio or video tapes of the sessions to the media?
Does NATPE make photographs from the Conference & Exhibition available to the press?
I need a copy of the NATPE logo to run with my story, do you have that online?
I want to make sure my magazine is distributed to NATPE attendees, how do I go about that?
I'm attending with a film crew and need a quiet location for conducting interviews on site, does NATPE provide interview rooms?
Will my press badge allow me access to all areas of the Conference & Exhibition?
Answers
Q: Can I Register on site?
A: NATPE press CANNOT register on site. Press registration is now open. See "How do I register as press for NATPE?" below.
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Q: What are the exhibit floor hours?
A: The exhibit floor hours are as follows:
Tuesday
January 29, 2008 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday
January 30, 2008 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday
January 31, 2008 9 am - 4 pm
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Q: I am traveling to NATPE from outside the United States. Where can I find visa information for my country?
A: The U.S. Department of State has added a new feature to its Web site regarding visa wait times. Since visa applications are now under greater scrutiny, the State Department is advising those who wish to travel to the United States for business or other nonimmigrant purposes to plan ahead. The site provides estimated waiting periods to get an interview to apply for a visa and the estimated time it will take to process the application at the consular section. The visa wait times are shown for various locations around the world. The State Department does advise that it is best to check with the local embassy or consular section to confirm the information. To visit the visa wait times site, go to http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/tempvisitors_wait.php
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Q: How do I register as press for NATPE?
A: You can register ONLINE . If you need to submit proof of editorial assignment to cover the NATPE Conference & Exhibition (letter from your editor, or byline credit, or masthead listing), you can do so by fax or mail to:
The Lippin Group
6100 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 400
Los Angeles, CA 90048-5111
Fax (323) 965-1993.
We regret that only editorial staff and freelance writers assigned to cover NATPE's Conference & Exhibition will be afforded with press credentials.
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Q: Why can't I register on site in Las Vegas?
A: We have a limited number of staff on-site in the NATPE Press Room and by registering in advance we can assure that legitimate members of the press are afforded every courtesy in covering this event.
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Q: I won't know if I'm going to NATPE's Conference & Exhibition until the very last minute, can I register in advance and then cancel?
A: Of course. And because there is no press registration on-site in Las Vegas, we strongly encourage the media to register in advance, even book hotel rooms, as those reservations can be cancelled 24 hours in advance at no cost.
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Q: How do I request an interview with NATPE's president, exhibitors and speakers?
A: You should contact The Lippin Group, NATPE's public relations firm, to request an interview with NATPE's president, Rick Feldman. We also suggest that you use Buyers List, Attendees List, and Speakers List as well as the NATPE Directory to research company contact details The Lippin Group can also assist you by providing a list of media contacts for many of the NATPE exhibitors.
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Q: Does NATPE provide any on-site facilities for the media?
A: Yes, the NATPE Press Room is open to all registered press and is located on-site at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. Each publication registered for the Conference & Exhibition will have its own mailbox for receiving press releases and other materials while at the event. There are also a limited number of computer terminals, phones and work space available in the press room, as well as meeting space. NATPE also serves refreshments during the morning and afternoon on a first-come, first served basis. The NATPE Press Room is staffed by The Lippin Group who are happy to answer any questions and assist you with any special requests while attending the Conference & Exhibition.
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Q: With several sessions occurring simultaneously, does NATPE provide audio or video tapes of the sessions to the media?
A: NATPE does contract with an outside vendor to make audio recordings of many of its sessions. Unfortunately, NATPE does not provide these tapes to the media. Tapes can be purchased through the on-site vendor or ordered by using the form included in your Conference Tote. If you have any problems with on-site ordering session tapes, speak to one of The Lippin Group representatives in the NATPE Press Room.
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Q: Does NATPE make photographs from the Conference & Exhibition available to the press?
A: NATPE will make certain photos from the Conference & Exhibition available to the media. Check the NATPE Press Kit during the Conference & Exhibition or, to make arrangements for photos in advance of the Conference & Exhibition, contact The Lippin Group.
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Q: I need a copy of the NATPE logo to run with my story, do you have that online?
A: Yes, you can access the NATPE Press Kit for a copy of the NATPE logo, background information and a headshot of NATPE's president Rick Feldman, and the latest press releases from NATPE.
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Q: I want to make sure my magazine is distributed to NATPE attendees, how do I go about that?
A: Access the Publication Bin Form, fill it out completely and return it to NATPE's Marketing Manager Hrair Sarkissian. Be sure to read the Publication Bins Delivery Information for fees, deadlines and shipping details. If you have any questions for need further clarification, please contact Hrair directly at 1-310-857-1633.
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Q: I'm attending with a film crew and need a quiet location for conducting interviews on site, does NATPE provide interview rooms?
A: NATPE's public relations representatives, The Lippin Group, will be happy to assist you in arranging for a specific interview location on site at the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Convention Center. We strongly suggest you contact The Lippin Group as early as possible to make these arrangements, which will be held on first-come, first served basis.
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Q: Will my press badge allow me access to all areas of the Conference & Exhibition?
A: Yes, your NATPE press badge permits you into all sessions, demonstrations and the exhibits, however, you will not be permitted on the Exhibitor Floor prior to or after exhibition hours. Also, please note that admission to the Hospitality Suites is at the sole discretion of the host company.
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