COMPLIANCE & LEGAL ISSUES SEMINARKnow Before You Go |
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CHICAGO, IL | JULY 13-14, 2023Seminar Details for Attendees |
Thank you once again for registering to attend the USFN Compliance & Legal Issues Seminar! We look forward to welcoming you at the Westin Chicago River North in Chicago, July 13-14. USFN is excited to bring you this seminar where you will come away with the relevant information, insight, and connections needed to succeed in today’s ever-changing environment. Each section below contains important information instrumental to your success as you prepare to engage with thought leaders, colleagues, and friends — be sure to read through it all! If you have any questions or need assistance prior to arriving, please contact the USFN Events Team by email, by calling the USFN office at 817-770-0818, or by sending us a text message to 833-322-8111.
See you soon!
See you soon!
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Quick Links
Tips to Get the Most out of the Compliance & Legal Issues Seminar1. Download the Mobile App
Note that access to the mobile app will only be available for two (2) weeks after the event concludes.
2. Make Your Learning Plan
Setting your goals and priorities in advance is the key to making the most out of your experience at the meeting. Download the mobile app to your phone (link for iOS | link for Android) or access the mobile app contents on a web browser. Once logged in, you can create your personal agenda before the conference, enable app notifications, and access session materials onsite. The schedule is also available on our website.
3. Check In Before the Conference
Come see us at Registration on River Level One of the hotel (go down from Lobby Level) to pick up your name badge (which we’ll ask that you wear to all events) or to ask us a question! Onsite registration hours are as follows:
Thursday, July 13 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday, July 14 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM 4. Save the Wifi Password
WiFi is available in our meeting space. Follow the access instructions below:
5. Volunteer Your Time
Giving a little time to support the event helps ensure a successful seminar and puts you in front of as many new people as possible. Bonus? Volunteering also helps with Award of Excellence points! Sign up for one of our available slots using our online sign-up form.
Westin Housekeeping ProgramThe Westin River North and USFN have agreed to a housekeeping opt-out program, which benefits our environment by saving water, reducing energy use, and conserving natural gas. For you, this means that your guestroom will NOT be serviced daily over your stay. However, if you would like daily housekeeping, you can OPT-IN during hotel check-in. Simply notify the front desk that you DO want daily housekeeping. All overnight guests that maintain “opt-out” status will be provided an additional 500 Marriott Bonvoy bonus points per day for each night of your stay (after departure; can take up to two weeks to load into account). If you do not currently have a Marriott Bonvoy account, we encourage you to sign up for one prior to your arrival. Register for a Marriott Bonvoy account. Download the Marriott Bonvoy app. |
Travel Information
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Detailed Conference Information |
How to Engage with Content Leaders
Questions: Our learning sessions are most beneficial to you and your colleagues when you ask questions. Whether you leverage the mobile app or simply raise your hand, please speak up when something is unclear or nuanced.
Session Chatroom: Use this app feature to ask questions for specific sessions. Within each session or function, click into the item to see more details; under the five-star rating, you'll see "Info", "My Notes", "Who's Going" and "Chatroom" - these chatrooms are specific to each session. Feel free to drop questions ahead of time into the sessions and presenters will see them.
Evaluations: At the conclusion of each learning session, please locate the session within the USFN mobile app. After tapping on the session name, a page will appear with the session details and five (5) stars at the top. Use our simple 5-star rating (1=low quality, 5=high quality) to share instant feedback about the session. Tap on the stars to turn them gray - this submits your session evaluation to us and helps us make improvements for next time and share kudos with our presenters. A complete event evaluation will be sent via email AFTER Compliance & Legal Issues Seminar concludes. Speakers can also be rated from one (1) to five (5) stars.
A special THANK YOU to our presenters for their time, energy and expertise!
You can learn more about our presenters on our Speakers page.
Session Chatroom: Use this app feature to ask questions for specific sessions. Within each session or function, click into the item to see more details; under the five-star rating, you'll see "Info", "My Notes", "Who's Going" and "Chatroom" - these chatrooms are specific to each session. Feel free to drop questions ahead of time into the sessions and presenters will see them.
Evaluations: At the conclusion of each learning session, please locate the session within the USFN mobile app. After tapping on the session name, a page will appear with the session details and five (5) stars at the top. Use our simple 5-star rating (1=low quality, 5=high quality) to share instant feedback about the session. Tap on the stars to turn them gray - this submits your session evaluation to us and helps us make improvements for next time and share kudos with our presenters. A complete event evaluation will be sent via email AFTER Compliance & Legal Issues Seminar concludes. Speakers can also be rated from one (1) to five (5) stars.
A special THANK YOU to our presenters for their time, energy and expertise!
You can learn more about our presenters on our Speakers page.
Education Sessions
We hope you're ready for a remarkable learning experience with USFN in Chicago. Here's just a glimpse at what we have in store for you:
Detailed descriptions of all sessions can be found in the Full Schedule. Additionally, we are pleased to feature more than 30 thought leaders representing a wide range of knowledge who will be leading engaging discussions and providing key updates (meet your speakers and session facilitators here.)
- 3 Keynote Sessions
- 6 Panel Presentations
- 2 Roundtables
Detailed descriptions of all sessions can be found in the Full Schedule. Additionally, we are pleased to feature more than 30 thought leaders representing a wide range of knowledge who will be leading engaging discussions and providing key updates (meet your speakers and session facilitators here.)
Networking Events
We consistently hear from you that networking is an important element of USFN events. Be sure to take full advantage of the following networking opportunities in Chicago:
See who’s coming: Attendees can access the list of who's coming to Compliance & Legal Issues Seminar in the mobile app under the "Attendees" tile. Locate someone on the list you want to connect with, click their name, then the "Actions" button in the upper right to Send Connection Request or Add To Favorites.
House of Blues Networking Reception & Dinner (Thursday, 6:00 PM): Join us Thursday evening, July 13 for a special off-site dinner at the House of Blues, Chicago’s premier restaurant and concert venue. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, and entertainment in this unique setting which combines the grandeur of a European Opera House with a down-home juke joint. Spend time getting to know other attendees in a casual setting just minutes from the Westin Chicago River North. This event is included with both one- and two-day seminar registrations. Still hoping to add a guest registration? Email [email protected] or stop by the USFN Registration Desk.
Networking breaks: Throughout the conference we’ve scheduled a number of short networking breaks. Check email or voicemail, grab something to drink or tag up with other seminar attendees while enjoying the down time.
Volunteer opportunities: Your time and energy is appreciated, and we would love to have help gathering attendees before sessions begin with our musical chimes, as well as moving microphones throughout the audience in our sessions. Hours count towards the Award of Excellence! Sign up for one of our available slots using our online sign-up form.
Downtown Chicago Morning Walk/Run (Friday, July 14, 6:00 AM): Get ready to kickstart your day with an invigorating walk or run through downtown Chicago! Starting from the lobby of The Westin Chicago River North, you’ll have the option to run or walk with fellow conference attendees along an approximately 3-mile scenic route that will take you on a journey past some of Chicago’s most famous landmarks, architecture, and culture. Whether you’re an avid runner or prefer a leisurely walk, this promises to be a memorable experience for all fitness levels. So, lace up your sneakers, enjoy the fresh morning air, and join us for a delightful workout through the heart of Chicago.
See who’s coming: Attendees can access the list of who's coming to Compliance & Legal Issues Seminar in the mobile app under the "Attendees" tile. Locate someone on the list you want to connect with, click their name, then the "Actions" button in the upper right to Send Connection Request or Add To Favorites.
House of Blues Networking Reception & Dinner (Thursday, 6:00 PM): Join us Thursday evening, July 13 for a special off-site dinner at the House of Blues, Chicago’s premier restaurant and concert venue. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, and entertainment in this unique setting which combines the grandeur of a European Opera House with a down-home juke joint. Spend time getting to know other attendees in a casual setting just minutes from the Westin Chicago River North. This event is included with both one- and two-day seminar registrations. Still hoping to add a guest registration? Email [email protected] or stop by the USFN Registration Desk.
Networking breaks: Throughout the conference we’ve scheduled a number of short networking breaks. Check email or voicemail, grab something to drink or tag up with other seminar attendees while enjoying the down time.
Volunteer opportunities: Your time and energy is appreciated, and we would love to have help gathering attendees before sessions begin with our musical chimes, as well as moving microphones throughout the audience in our sessions. Hours count towards the Award of Excellence! Sign up for one of our available slots using our online sign-up form.
Downtown Chicago Morning Walk/Run (Friday, July 14, 6:00 AM): Get ready to kickstart your day with an invigorating walk or run through downtown Chicago! Starting from the lobby of The Westin Chicago River North, you’ll have the option to run or walk with fellow conference attendees along an approximately 3-mile scenic route that will take you on a journey past some of Chicago’s most famous landmarks, architecture, and culture. Whether you’re an avid runner or prefer a leisurely walk, this promises to be a memorable experience for all fitness levels. So, lace up your sneakers, enjoy the fresh morning air, and join us for a delightful workout through the heart of Chicago.
Refuel with USFN
As part of your USFN Compliance & Legal Issues Seminar registration we’ve included the following meals (all meals will be in the Riverfront Room except for the offsite dinner, which will be held at the House of Blues, Thursday, July 13):
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EVENT |
LOCATION |
Thursday, July 13 |
8:00 AM |
Networking Breakfast Buffet |
Riverfront Room |
Thursday, July 13 |
11:45 AM |
Networking Lunch Buffet |
Riverfront Room |
Thursday, July 13 |
6:00 PM |
House of Blues Networking Reception & Dinner |
Chicago House of Blues |
Friday, July 14 |
7:30 AM |
Networking Breakfast Buffet |
Riverfront Room |
Friday, July 14 |
11:55 AM |
Networking Lunch Buffet |
Riverfront Room |
Kudos to the Education Committee & Legal Issues Section
The USFN Education Committee and Legal Issues Section partnered together to pull this event together, and we appreciate their dedication to creating high quality content for this year's expanded Compliance & Legal Issues Seminar! Special thanks to each of them:
Education Committee
Doug Oliver, Committee Chair
Christianna Kersey, Vice Chair
Roy Diaz, Board Liaison
Christianna Kersey, Vice Chair
Roy Diaz, Board Liaison
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Members
Carrie Ward Ben Paden Diane Rosenberg John Kay Graham Arceneaux Heather Fuller Judy Newberry Debbie Foster |
Tina Crivello Rachel Ljunggren Lance E. Olsen Colleen Kumar Nicole FitzGerald Hilton T. “Hutch” Hutchens, Jr Renee O'Donnell Eddie Jimenez |
Ex Officio Members
Phyllis Ulrich Michael Feiwell Dianna O'Donnell Jeremy Wilkins Brett Beehler Lisa Lee Staff Liaison Aaron Wolowiec |
Legal Issues Section
Michael Feiwell, Section Chair
Jeanette O'Donnell, Vice Chair
Andy Saag, Board Liaison
Jeanette O'Donnell, Vice Chair
Andy Saag, Board Liaison
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Members
Aaron Schuckman Andrew HIggins Daniel Cox Eva Massismino James Pocklington Jennifer Shen Michael Wiery Mike McKeefery Paul Weingarden |
Reggie Corley Robert Michael Robert Rappe Sara Tussey Seth Harris Zachary Kondo Staff Liaison Tracy Vecchio |
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