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Frequently Asked Questions

Travel Information

Country/City Information


To make it easy for you to find out everything you need to know about Networkers '99, here are the answers to some frequently asked questions. Of course, if you don't find what you're looking for here, call BRAND Marketing, Cisco's event registration partner, at 5511 5507-5336, or fax them at 5511 5507-4599 or e-mail them at
networkers@brand.com.br.

What are some of the benefits of attending Networkers?

What is the location for Latin America Networkers '99?

What is the payment policy?

What is the Early-Bird Registration Discount?

Is there any special pricing for government and education employees?

Is there any special pricing for Cisco Certified Partners?

May I register onsite?

How do I register for conference sessions?

Do you allow registration substitutions?

May I register more than one person from my company?

Is there a Group Registration Discount?

What is the cancellation policy?

What is the official language at this conference?

Can I get copies of the materials presented at the conference?

Are there any special hotel rates?

May I bring a guest to the Customer Appreciation Event?

What should I wear?

Are there any special weekend packages offered as part of the conference?



Q.

What is the location for Latin America Networkers '99?

A.

São Paulo, Brasil
Gran Melia São Paulo
Hotel & WTC Convention Center
Avenida das Nações Unidas, 12.559
04578 - 905 - São Paulo - Brasil



Q.

What is the payment policy?

A.

You may pay by Visa or American Express. If you prefer, you may do a wire transfer. Please refer to the Registration page for instructions. Please note, your registration will not be confirmed until we receive payment, and payment must be individual per attendee.



Q.

What is the Early-Bird Registration Discount?

A.

If you register and pay anytime between August 1st and 31st you'll save US$100 off the US$399 conference registration fee. This means you pay only US$299 to attend Networkers '99 in São Paulo.



Q.

Is there any special pricing for government and education employees?

A.

Yes, for qualifying government and education employees there is a special public sector discount price of US$249. This price is available throughout the registration period and is not subject to any additional discount pricing.



Q.

Is there any special pricing for Cisco Certified Partners?

A.

Yes, for qualifying Cisco Certified Partners there is a special discount price of US$249. This price is available throughout the registration period and is not subject to any additional discount pricing.



Q.

May I register onsite?

A.

Yes, you may register onsite and pay the US$499 Onsite conference fee. Please be aware that course selection may be limited at that time. Be sure to bring a credit card to pay for your registration.



Q.

How do I register for conference sessions?

A.

To register, simply follow the instructions on the registration form.



Q.

Do you allow registration substitutions?

A.

Yes. If you are unable to attend the conference after you register, you may substitute another person from your company at no additional charge. To enable us to prepare new registration packets and name badges in time for the conference, please submit written notification of any substitutions by fax to to BRAND Marketing via fax at 5511 5507-4599 or via email at "networkers@brand.com.br". Please provide substitute registrant name, title, organization, phone, fax, email and complete data of the person to be replaced. For Networkers '99 in São Paulo, this information must be received by September 20, 1999. After this date, please proceed to the registration desk onsite.



Q.

May I register more than one person from my company?

A.

Yes, you may register as many coworkers as you would like. Please register using the on line registration process for each individual you are registering.



Q.

Is there a Group Registration Discount?

A.

Yes! Register 3 employees from your company and get a 4th registration free! Contact BRAND Marketing at 5511 5507-5336 for more information.



Q.

What is the cancellation policy?

A.

If you must cancel for any reason, please submit written notification for an 80% refund (20% processing fee & taxes) to BRAND Marketing by September 1, 1999 for Networkers '99 in São Paulo, Brasil. If cancellation is received from September 2 to 17, 1999 for Networkers '99 in São Paulo, a 50% refund for registrants will be issued. Unfortunately, we cannot issue any refunds for cancellations made after September 17, 1999. Cancellation notification should be sent to: BRAND Marketing via fax at 5511 5507-4599, or via email at networkers@brand.com.br



Q.

What is the official language at the conference?

A.

The official language at this conference is English. However, simultaneous translation into Portuguese and Spanish will be provided.



Q.

Can I get copies of the materials presented at the conference?

A.

Yes. Copies of the breakout session presentations will be provided onsite. In addition, you will receive a CD containing all the Networkers '99 breakout session presentations when you turn in your conference evaluation forms at the end of the event.


Q.

Are there any special hotel rates?

A.

Yes. Although you are responsible for making your own hotel and travel arrangements, we have negotiated special hotel rates. Please refer to the Travel page for more information.




Q.

May I bring a guest to the Customer Appreciation event?

A.

Yes. All guests must be at least 18 years old. You may register a guest, at the onsite registration desk, to attend the Customer Appreciation Event on Wednesday evening. Guest fees are US$20 per guest. Please note: Courses, coffee breaks, and lunches are restricted to registered attendees only.



Q.

What should I wear?

A.

Casual attire is appropriate for the conference and all events.



Q.

Are there any special weekend packages offered as part of the conference?

A.

Yes, Cisco Systems has arranged a weekend package to Rio de Janeiro. For more information please refer to the Travel information.


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