Each FICP region holds at least one meeting per year, whereby FICP meeting planner members and those who qualify for membership, get together. Depending on the region and the location of the meeting, the format may be a one-day meeting or a two-day event.
Business Model
Regional meetings are set up in 1/1.5 day and 2/2.5 day business models. The cost to attend a meeting is based on the all-inclusive business model. These models were adopted to provide a clear understanding of the structure and pricing. The Northeast and Canadian regions hold 2/2.5 day meetings, while the Southeast, West and Midwest regions all hold 1/1.5 day meetings. Registration fees are based on the following models:
| 1-Day Business Model |
2-Day Business Model |
HPer Registration Fee - $750
• 1 night room & tax
• Registration fee covers all organized meals. |
HPer Registration Fee - $950 or $1,500
• 2 nights room & tax
• Registration fee covers all organized meals. |
Registration
All active FICP Hospitality Partners receive notification of the opening of registration and a survey to complete. The survey asks a series of questions, the most important one will ask you to rank your top regional meeting choices for the year. After a thorough analysis of the responses, “invitations” to attend will be sent out. FICP will work to accommodate as many top choices as possible. All Hospitality Partners will receive notification.
Sponsorship
Each region has a select number of sponsorship opportunities available based on the individual meeting’s needs. Hospitality Partners who wish to participate in the meetings by paying only the registration fee are considered Bronze sponsors. Click here to view the sponsorship grid and benefits.
Sponsorship of the FICP Education Forum or Annual Conference does not guarantee attendance at the regional meetings.
Chain Hotels
Chain hotels receive one spot at every regional meeting for the GSO or another representative to attend. Due to higher attendance Canadian Region Meetings, each chain will receive two registration spots.