Attendee Registration

We look forward to seeing you September 11-13, 2023 in San Diego for our 19th Annual Conference! Attendee registration opens in mid-April. In the meantime, you can review the attendee options and fees below.

Conference Overview - Read about the Conference Program highlights and see the daily overview. The conference agenda will be available in June.

Hotel and Travel Information - View details about the conference location, area attractions and activities, hotel rates and reservation links, directions and parking options, and information for major airports and transportation.

Registration Deadlines

Early Registration Ends: Monday, July 31 (late fees go into effect on August 1)

Registration Closes: Tuesday, Sep 5 at 5pm Pacific

Attendee Fees

Review the fees table to determine your category and pass type.

CASQA members receive a substantial discount on conference fees. Learn more about becoming a CASQA member to take advantage of discounted fees.

Additional Information

Below the Attendee Fees table you can find the following:

• Discounted Fee Eligibility (Speakers / Panelists / Poster Presenters)
• Included Meals
• Disclaimer and Acknowledgement (agreement required upon registering)
• Refund Policy

*Discounted Fee Eligibility (Speakers / Panelists / Poster Presenters)

NOTE: Speaker/Panelist/Poster Presenter registration will open in mid-June.

All speakers and panelists must attend in person. We are not offering an option to participate virtually. CASQA offers a reduced conference fee for eligible speakers, panelists, and poster presenters, as well as the CASQA Member discount. The following applies:

• Technical Presentation:
• The primary speaker is eligible for the speaker discount (the presentation is limited to 1 primary speaker).
• Supporting speakers who are not also a primary speaker or panelist in another session, are not eligible for the speaker discount and must pay the full General Attendee fee.
• Panel or Training Workshop: All speakers or panelists are eligible for the speaker discount.
• Poster Presenters: Receive a $40 discount off the General Attendee fee if not also a primary speaker or panelist.
• No-Charge Speaker, Panelist, Poster Presenter Option: (for this option contact the CASQA Events Manager)
• There is no charge for speakers or panelists attending only the session in which they are participating, or for poster presenters attending only the morning break on Monday.
• Meals are not included in the no-charge option.
• If you plan to attend another session, or lunch, but no other conference days, then you must purchase a 1-Day Conference Pass for that day.
• No-charge speakers, panelists, and poster presenters do not need to officially register, but must still check in at the CASQA Conference Registration Desk to pick up their packet and badge.

Included Meal Information

Sunday

Welcome Reception (appetizers; cash bar)

Monday

Morning coffee/tea and light food
Lunch
Afternoon snack and beverage
Networking Event (dinner; cash bar); only included with a Full Conference Pass

Tuesday

Morning coffee/tea and light food
Lunch
Afternoon snack and beverage
Exhibitor Reception (appetizers; cash bar)

Wednesday

Morning coffee/tea and light food
Lunch

Disclaimer and Acknowledgement

All conference attendees will be required to agree to the following upon registering:

COVID-19 Disclaimer (agreement checkbox is on the registration form)

For the health and safety of conference attendees amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic, CASQA will follow the protocols that are applicable in the City of Palm Springs and all event venues at the time and for the duration of the conference, however CASQA cannot guarantee that attendees will not be exposed to or infected by COVID-19. By checking this box and attending the conference you agree that: (1) you understand and recognize the contagious nature of COVID-19, (2) you are voluntarily assuming the risk that you may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19, and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, and/or death, and (3) you hereby release CASQA from any and all liability for exposure or harm due to COVID-19. 

Professional Behavior Acknowledgement (agreement checkbox is on the registration form)

CASQA is committed to providing a professional environment at all our events. By checking this box and attending the conference, you agree that you will (1) behave in a respectful and professional manner, (2) adhere to the rules of all venues, (3) respect all personal, private, and communal property, (4) be individually responsible for your behavior. You further agree that (1) inappropriate behavior, determined at CASQA’s sole discretion, may result in your removal from the event without compensation or refund, and (2) at its sole discretion, CASQA may deny access to future events, based upon the severity of the inappropriate behavior. 

Refund Policy

• Refunds are allowed for all attendee registration categories; no refunds for exhibit space registrations
• A substitution of an attendee is allowed without charge
• Refunds will only be given for cancellations made before 3:00 PM on the Tuesday of the week before the conference begins
• A 25% administrative fee will be assessed for a refund