Conference Communications
To ensure you receive all communications regarding your conference registration and the Professionals’ Forum, please be sure to add esop@esopassociation.org and meetings@esopassociation.org to your safe sender email list.
Registration Desk Hours
Wednesday, February 3 - 8:15 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday, February 4 - 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday, February 5 - 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation requests received in writing up to 30 days (January 3, 2027) prior to the commencement of the program will be honored and subject to an administrative transaction fee of 15%, or minimum $25, of the paid ticket price. No cancellations will be accepted within 30 days of the commencement of the event.
Conference attendance benefits begin 30 days in advance of the event via access to the conference collaboration network on The ESOP Association HUB and through other communications and materials and will continue 30 days after the event with access to session materials (if applicable). Event registrations may be transferred to another member of your company with the same membership status.
To submit a cancellation for this event email meetings@esopassociation.org. Refunds, if applicable, will be issued within 30 days after the closure of the event.
Health & Wellness
The ESOP Association abides by all state, local and county requirements in place at the location of any ESOP Association event at the time of the event. TEA will update attendees on the state and local requirements closer to the event, if appropriate. By registering for this event, you agree to abide by these rules. No refunds will be given for failure to comply with this policy.
Audio, Video, and Photographic Equipment
The use of audio, video and other photographic recording equipment by attendees is prohibited inside TEA meeting rooms without express permission of TEA in advance. The taking of still photos for personal use using an iPhone, Android or other similar device is permitted without prior approval.
Consent to Use of Photographic Images
Attendance at or participation in TEA events and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to TEA’s use and distribution (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, video, electronic reproductions, and audio recordings, etc. of such events and activities.
Disclaimer
The opinions and recommendations expressed by speakers and other experts whose input is included in the program are their own and do not necessarily represent the viewpoint of TEA.
Reproduction Permission
Reproduction of electronic or written materials developed for TEA is prohibited without the written permission from individual authors and The ESOP Association. Materials received during TEA conferences and events are for use by the attendee and are not to be posted, published or otherwise distributed or shared externally.
THE ESOP ASSOCIATION (TEA) CODE OF CONDUCT
Personal actions supporting the collective wellbeing
The TEA Conferences are designed to increase interaction, engagement, collaboration, connectivity, and community, in a fun and safe learning environment. We value the participation of each member of the community and endeavor to deliver an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. Conference participants are expected to conduct themselves with integrity, courtesy and respect for others and maintain the highest level of professionalism at all conference programs and events, whether officially sponsored by TEA or not.
All attendees, speakers, organizers, volunteers, partners, vendors and staff at any TEA event are required to observe the following Code of Conduct.
Before Leaving Home
- Stay home if you feel sick.
- Adhere to government issued travel restrictions and guidance issued by the region you will be travelling to and the region you are travelling from.
- Evaluate your own health and that of people you are in close contact with; contact the meeting/event organizers if you have concerns.
GENERAL CODE OF CONDUCT
TEA is dedicated to providing a harassment-free conference experience for everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, national origin, or religion. We do not tolerate harassment of conference participants in any form.
If a participant engages in harassing behavior, TEA retains the right to take any actions to ensure the event is a welcoming environment for all. This includes warning the offender or expulsion from the conference with no refund.
Reporting
If anyone makes you feel unsafe or unwelcome or if you observe someone else experiencing situational discomfort, please report it as soon as possible to one of TEA’s team members. If you cannot locate a TEA team member, please contact Kristie Mark, COO at kmark@esopassociation.org.