Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about COLLABORATE? Read on for details, and mark your calendar now:
April 18-22, 2010
Mandalay Bay Convention Center
Las Vegas, NV
For more information on each users group, refer to your affiliated organization’s Web site:
- Independent Oracle Users Group (IOUG)
- Oracle Applications Users Group (OAUG)
- Quest International Users Group (Quest)
Why is COLLABORATE 10 co-presented by three users groups?
Joining forces to co-present COLLABORATE 10 allows the IOUG, OAUG and Quest to bring you the best practices and user-driven training that each user group offers. Plus, COLLABORATE 10 attendees have access to the greater Oracle community — more exhibitors, Oracle representatives and other Oracle users.
Each organization develops its own slate of educational content and plans activities geared specifically to its respective community, but at the end of the day, we all benefit from the shared COLLABORATE experience. The IOUG, OAUG and Quest will continue to function as independent user groups serving separate audiences.
Where is COLLABORATE 10 taking place?
COLLABORATE 10 is being held April 18-22, 2010 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Please refer to your affiliated organization’s Web site for information on making your hotel reservations and registering for the conference.
Why Las Vegas?
Las Vegas is one of the world’s leading destinations for business travel and meetings. It is designed to accommodate large groups and therefore provides great value to attendees.
- Accommodations — With more than 140,000 rooms, Las Vegas offers the best group value proposition in the world. The COLLABORATE 10 organizers have negotiated extremely favorable rates in a range of prices with the official conference hotels, which will put you closest to the center of the event.
- Accessibility — With more than 900 flights per day and non-stop service from 130+ US cities, Las Vegas is easy on your time and budget.
- Location — McCarran International Airport is conveniently located just one mile from Las Vegas Boulevard and approximately two miles from Mandalay Bay Convention Center.
- Transportation — The close proximity of Las Vegas hotels, in many cases, eliminates the need for transportation you can walk to many destinations. When staying within the COLLABORATE 10 hotel block, you can walk to and from the Mandalay Bay Convention Center or take advantage of the complimentary monorail. When outside transportation is required, Las Vegas offers a myriad of options.
How do I register for COLLABORATE 10?
You can register online through the IOUG, OAUG or Quest Web sites beginning October 7, 2009. Register through the organization with which you are already affiliated, or select the users group that best fits your educational needs.
How much does COLLABORATE 10 cost?
Registration for the conference ranges from $775 to $2,125, depending on whether or not you are a current member of one of the users groups, how many days you plan to attend the conference, and also depending on when you register. Sign up early for the best rates. Advance rates are available through April 8, 2010.
Is Oracle participating in COLLABORATE 10?
Yes. COLLABORATE is grateful to have Oracle’s support and participation in the Exhibitor Showcase, keynote presentations and educational sessions.
How many people are anticipated to be in attendance?
We anticipate 5,000 attendees in 2010. But we’re careful to bring every attendee the ease of finding specific content that applies to them, as well as a fun, close-knit gathering with the greater Oracle community in addition to the events planned by each of our three groups.
Can I access all three organizations’ education/events?
Yes, although there are some events, such as pre-conference training sessions, that are limited to the registrants of each individual users group.
Each organization collects registrations from its users independently, but COLLABORATE attendees have access to the education and events planned by all of the groups, with a few exceptions. More education is one of the biggest benefits of COLLABORATE, which functions like three conferences in one. You must register directly with your affiliated organization to receive accurate communications pertinent to your product line/area of interest. Online registration will be available October 7, 2009. Please look to your affiliated organization’s Web site for more information.
If I am interested in only certain technologies or applications, will I still have options?
Yes. Each of our groups lists their education offerings on their respective Web sites, where you can find the sessions that are specific to your area of interest. The event will feature content and tracks specific to database and applications users alike.
How can I submit a presentation for the conference?
Thank you for your interest in presenting at COLLABORATE 10. Our call for presentations closed on October 20, 2009.
Who can I contact if I’m interested in sponsorship, exhibiting or advertising?
IOUG
Scott Narug, Sales Manager
scott_narug@ioug.org
OAUG
Christine Hilgert, Exhibit Hall Manager
sales@oaug.com
Quest
Stacy Muir, Sales Manager
stacy.muir@questdirect.org
News
- COLLABORATE Keynotes Announced
- Newly reduced conference hotel rates starting at $59 per night.
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