| Q. Do I get a discount on conference tickets? |
| A. No. Volunteering will allow you free access to some events, depending on how many hours you've committed. See the Become a Volunteer page for details. If you wish to have access to all conference events you must purchase a ticket. |
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| Q. Will I get free meals for volunteering? |
| A. Refreshments (snacks and drinks) will be available during all shifts. Volunteering does not include access to any of the conference meals, unless you volunteer for 12+ hours, which will give you access to the Brillante Dinner on Saturday 10/11. For all other meals, you must purchase a ticket individually at the conference. |
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| Q. Where will I pick up my registration badge? |
| A. When you arrive at the conference site for your volunteer commitment, go directly to the Volunteer Center to sign-in and receive your conference registration badge. |
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| Q. What should I bring with me when I arrive at the Volunteer Center? |
| A. Bring your confirmed shift number to make the processing easier and faster |
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| Q. Do I need to sign-in for each Volunteer Commitment at the conference? |
| A. Yes, you must sign-in at the Volunteer Center before beginning each shift. |
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| Q. Can I submit my volunteer interests in an email or by phone? |
| A. No, please use the Volunteer Registration Form available on the website |
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| Q. How do I get free entry to the Career Expo? |
| A. You must commit to at least 3 hours shift. |
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| Q. What do I need to take advantage of the free entry to certain events I've earned through volunteering? Do I need to sign up or get a pass? |
| A. You do not need a separate pass, only your volunteer registration badge. |
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| Q. I'm interested in attending the Career Expo but it's difficult to find a volunteer opportunity that does not conflict with this activity |
| A. We do offer volunteer opportunities before the actual conference begins, starting Sunday 10/5. Sign up early to make sure you get the time slot you want. |
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| Q. I submitted my volunteer interest through the website. When will I recieve confirmation of my shifts? |
| A. You should receive confirmation within 5-7 business days |
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| Q. I received my volunteer confirmation. Do I need to do anything else to register? |
| A. Your volunteer confirmation is your schedule. You don't need to do anything further |
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| Q. What is the dress code for the conference? |
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A. Generally, the dress code is as follows. However, the dress code for individual volunteer commitments may be different. Check the volunteer opportunities page and click on the link for the opportunity you are interested in for more information.
- Monday, Oct 6: Casual
- Tuesday, Oct 7: Casual
- Wednesday, Oct 8: Business Casual
- Thursday, Oct 9: Business Casual
- Friday, Oct 10: Business Casual
- Saturday, Oct 11: Business Casual
- Saturday, Oct 11: Brillante Evening - Formal Attire
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| Q. Will I have time to attend the Professional Development Seminars? |
| A. You will be able to attend as long as you do not sign up to volunteer during that time period. |
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| Q. Will I have an opportunity to submit my resume to NSHMBA for recruiters before attending the conference? |
| A. This benefit is allowed ONLY to current NSHMBA Members. Interested in becoming a member? |
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| Q. Can I become a NSHMBA member? |
| A. Yes. If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact us at membership@nshmba.org. |
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| Q. I submitted my interest without my contact information. Will my my volunteer interest be processed? |
| A. No, it will not be processed. You will need to register by submitting your contact information and shifts you are interested in volunteering for |
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| Q. I submitted my availability but it does not match the schedule on the volunteer website, will my volunteer interest be processed? |
| A. No, your availability must match with the time and date posted on the individual volunteer opportunities. You Must Resubmit |
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| Q. How old must I be to volunteer at the conference? |
| A. You must be at least 21 |
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