CONVENTION INFO
Registration
Registration fees include sessions on a variety of different topics, MCLE certificate, digital syllabus, morning and afternoon snack and beverage breaks, and admittance to the Friday Welcome Reception. Registration DOES NOT INCLUDE Lunches or the Installation and Awards Dinner. Registration rates will increase on 6/16/23, 8/16/23, and 10/16/23. MCLE sessions will be Friday thru Sunday. Vendors must register as an exhibitor to attend.
Notice About Scams
Scam Email Phishing AttemptsIf you receive an email with the subject "CAOC 2023" regarding the purchaseof attendees or sponsorship lists for the CAOC Annual Convention, that emaildid not originate from CAOC. Official emails regarding the conference willcome from addresses ending in @caoc.org, and any other addresses shouldbe disregarded. These are not endorsed, supported, or offered by us, and arean attempt to trick you into purchasing false goods. Additionally, CAOC doesnot use "USD" in pricing.
If you are contacted by some offering an attendee list, or are unsure, pleaseprovide us with the details regarding these calls or emails.
Scam Hotel and Housing ServicesThere are many hotel scammers who may contact you claiming to be thehousing bureau/service for Convention. CAOC does not contract with anyhousing bureau/service for the 2023 Annual Convention. Official emails regardingthe convention will come from addresses ending in @caoc.org or the PalaceHotel.Consent to Use of Electronic Media
Registration and attendance at, or participation in, CAOC meetings, social events, and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to allow CAOC to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the registrant or attendee's image or voice in photographs, video, electronic reproductions and audio of such events and activities.
Transportation Updates
Our Convention takes place while San Francisco is hosting its biggest international event in nearly 80 years – the APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) Economic Leaders’ Week. Heads of state and other dignitaries from around the world will be in the city with us. Who knows, you might even catch a glimpse of President Biden (or at least his motorcade). It will be an exciting time to be in San Francisco! There will be a noticeable increase in security as a result, so be aware that could lead to longer than normal travel times within the city. We encourage you to take that into account when planning your travels and to consider public transportation options when possible. We are in constant communication with the Palace Hotel as our event draws nearer, and you should feel free to contact them with any questions about your stay (415-512-1111).
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to CAOC. Cancellations received by August 18, 2023, will be subject to a 10% cancellation fee. Cancellations received between August 19 – September 18, will be subject to a 50% cancellation fee, which is subject to the convention registration. If for unforeseen reasons this program is cancelled or changed, CAOC cannot be held financially responsible for airline tickets or other associated fees, and room rates cannot be guaranteed. After September 18, requests for refunds will not be honored. Registration substitutions may be made only when the substituting party holds the same membership category as the original registrant. Membership is non-refundable. CAOC reserves the right to substitute speakers and/or topics.