CSMFO 2025 Annual Conference – Know Before You Go!
Monday, February 17, 2025
CSMFO 2025 Annual Conference – Know Before You Go!
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CSMFO 2025 Annual Conference
Know Before You Go!
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The CSMFO Annual Conference is right around the corner! As you prepare for your trip, here are a few important details to keep in mind.
Be sure to visit the 2025 CSMFO Annual Conference page or the CSMFO app for the latest updates before you travel.
About Your Badge
Your RFID-enabled name badge is essential for accessing all official events and tracking CPE credits.
This technology automatically records your entry and exit from sessions and event areas, eliminating the need to check in manually or wait in line. Your badge data is only visible
during the event and within the event space. If you prefer not to have your session attendance tracked, please notify us in advance to opt-out. Beyond CPE tracking, this data
helps us understand session attendance patterns to improve future conferences. To ensure accurate tracking, always wear your badge and use doors equipped with
RFID trusses when entering or exiting sessions.
Schedule
The schedule is available online on the CSMFO conference app. You can access this app by going to the App store and searching “CSMFO Conference”.
Note that to be environmentally conscious, there will NOT be printed programs available at the conference. Please bring your own printed copy if you prefer that to the mobile
app.
CSMFO Conference App
The CSMFO conference app is your all-in-one guide for a seamless event experience! It includes the schedule, session details,
sponsor information, and more—all at your fingertips. We advise you to download this before you arrive at the conference. If you have any difficulties, download
instructions will be available on-site. Don’t forget to enable push notifications to receive important updates and reminders throughout the week!
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Registration
Registration is open Tuesday in the second-floor foyer of the San Jose Convention Center from 2:00 – 5:00 pm and will open at 7:30 am
on Wednesday – Friday morning.
Online registration is now closed, but onsite registration will be available. Any edits or transfers to existing registrations must be made onsite.
First-time Attendees and Member Benefit Session
This session is available for you to learn more about the conference sessions and events, or CSMFO
as a whole! Join us on Wednesday morning starting at 8:30 am.
Additionally, we are offering a first-time attendee meet-up on Thursday evening to walk to the Tech Interactive event. More information can be found in the schedule!
Pre-Conference Sessions
Registered for a pre-conference session on Tuesday? Check in 30 minutes before your session outside of the meeting room. If
you are also attending the conference, you can check in for the conference at the registration desks starting at 2:00 pm Tuesday or Wednesday beginning at 7:30 am. Note that lunch
is only provided for the full-day sessions or if you are attending both ½ day sessions.
Thursday Night Event - Tech Interactive
Join us for an evening of great food, drinks, and networking from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, just a short walk from
the convention center. Admission is complimentary for full conference registrants, while guest tickets are available for $125 and can be purchased during registration.
Guest Access
Guest tickets are only available for the Thursday Night Event and must be pre-purchased either in advance or at the registration desk
prior to the event. No tickets will be available at the event. Guest tickets are not available for lunches, breakfasts, and the Wednesday Exhibit Hall Reception.
Exhibit Hall
The official opening of the Exhibit Hall is on Wednesday at 8:30 am. Coffee service and pastries will be offered in the Hall. Don’t miss
the exhibit hall reception on Wednesday evening from 5:15 – 6:15 pm. Be sure to bring your drink ticket which is attached to your name badge. Note: This event is only for conference registrants.
Make sure to participate in the Exhibit Hall game! Located in the conference mobile app, use your phone to scan QR codes at participating exhibitor booths to complete a secret
phrase. Once complete, you will be automatically entered into a drawing for one of three prizes. The drawing is taking place on Thursday afternoon at the 2:45 – 3:30 pm break.
You must be present to win.
Internet Access
Complimentary internet is provided at the San Jose Convention Center. SSID is SJCC WiFi and there is no password, splash page authentication,
or email registration required to connect.
Complimentary Headshot Station
Stop by the Headshot Station at the convention center to reserve your spot for a professional headshot! The station
will be open on Wednesday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM and Thursday from 7:30 am to 11:30 am and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This is always a popular offering, so we recommend signing up
early to secure your spot.
Weather Conditions
San Jose's weather during the conference is expected to have highs in the 60s and lows in the 40s, with a chance of light rain later
in the week. Be sure to check the forecast before you travel and pack accordingly for cool mornings and evenings.
Parking
If you are driving to the conference, the Convention Center parking is located at 401 S. Almaden Blvd. San Jose, CA 95110,
The garage is color-coded with the Green side of the parking garage being the best side to enter as it is closest to where the CSMFO conference is located inside the Center. Use
the green doors to enter the building. Elevators will be located inside the building, there is no elevator access directly from the garage. Daily parking in the garage is $25
(no in/out privileges). If you are staying at a conference hotel and driving, the hotel parking rate will prevail.
Attire
The conference dress code is business casual. Comfortable walking shoes are advised. Remember to bring a jacket or sweater as indoor temperatures
vary.
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