general questions
The conference takes place Tuesday, November 1 (9:30am) through Friday, November 4, 2011 (3:00pm). We suggest you arrive on Monday to make the most of the full Tuesday schedule.
What is the agenda?
FICO World 2011 plans more than 100 sessions covering a variety of topics. See the tracks page for specific tracks and sessions.
Whom can I contact if I want to be a sponsor or exhibit at FICO World 2011?
View the sponsors page on this site, or email chrissyruiz@fico.com for information and availability.
What is the attire for FICO World 2011?
Business attire is appropriate. Please also bring a jacket in case of cool room temperatures.
Who should attend FICO World 2011?
FICO World 2011 is designed to support C-Level Executives, VPs, Directors, Managers, and Analysts in a variety of financial services decision management roles, including: Credit Risk, Collections, Fraud, Marketing, Regulatory Compliance, Credit Research and Analysis, Analytics, Decision Science, Portfolio Modeling, Product Strategy, Insurance, and Business Intelligence.
How many attendees usually attend FICO World?
Over 850 professionals attended FICO World in Miami in 2010.
Where do the attendees come from?
FICO World is a global event. FICO World 2010 hosted representatives from more than 40 countries. On average, 60% of attendees are from North America.
Are students allowed to attend?
Sorry, FICO World is a professional event and attendance is limited to qualified business and technology professionals over the age of 18.
How do I have my name removed from the mailing list?
To request the removal of your name from future FICO World communications (by e-mail or mail), send an e-mail to ficoworld@fico.com specifying your name, company name, and mailing or e-mail address.
REGISTRATION
We keep registration open right until the event starts. However, rates increase periodically and spaces do fill up quickly. We recommend you register early.
Can you send me an invoice for the conference registration? My accounts department needs it to process payment.
Yes, you can request an invoice during the registration process. Then you can make the payment by wire transfer, check or credit card. All payments are due 14 days prior to the event.
Can I buy a single day pass?
Yes, passes are available for each day to benefit attendees with limited time or those in proximity to New York. This year we have also included the option to buy 2 single day passes.
Can I change the day/pass type I am registered for?
Email trishara@fico.com with your request and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Is there a group discount policy?
Yes, FICO World 2011 offers group rates. Please visit the registration page for specific rates. If you have any doubt which package you should opt for, you can either contact your FICO rep or contact the Events team at ficoworld@fico.com.
What types of payment do you accept for the FICO World registration fees?
All registration fees for FICO World 2011 are in U.S. dollars. Three forms of payment are accepted: Credit/Debit cards (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa), wire transfers, and checks (via invoice). Payment is required 14 days prior to the conference.
Does the registration fee include air transportation and hotel accommodations?
All air transportation and hotel accommodations are the responsibility of the attendee and are not included in conference fees.
Will I receive confirmation of my registration?
Yes. After you register online, you will receive an automated email confirming your registration.
Can I make changes to my FICO World 2011 registration after I submit it?
Yes, your email conference registration has a link you can click on to access your registration to make any edits.
Can I print my registration receipt?
Yes, upon submission you will have the opportunity to print it. You will also receive a confirmation email.
If I'm coming from outside the U.S., how can I get a formal invitation letter for my visa application?
You can request a visa letter during the registration process. Alternatively you may request a letter from the FICO World 2011 Registration Team by contacting us at ficoworld@fico.com. If you do not receive a visa in time to travel to the United States for FICO World 2011, your registration fees will be fully refunded.
After I register, if I am unable to attend FICO World 2011 can I send a substitute for myself?
See registration policies on the registration page for substitution policy details.
I can't attend, but I would like to access the presentations from the conference. Is that possible?
Sorry, presentations are only available to those who are attending FICO World 2011.
What is the cancellation policy for FICO World 2011?
Registrations must be cancelled in writing prior to October 7, 2011 for the refund of any registration fees paid, less a standard administration fee of $75.00USD.
- On or before October 7, 2011: Full refund minus $75.00 USD administration fee
- October 8, 2011, or later: No refund
- Cancellations are not confirmed until received in writing from FICO.
Registrants who fail to attend the Conference are ineligible for a refund of any registration fees if they do not notify us by October 7, 2011.
To cancel please follow this process;
- The person that is no longer attending must cancel their registration utilizing the update link in their email Conference confirmation.
- They must also send an email stating their wish to cancel, to trishara@fico.com
- If payment was already sent we will refund any fees minus the administration fee (If cancelled prior to October 7, 2011)
- If you have booked a hotel room via the registration page, this will automatically be cancelled.
Where is the event being held?
Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers
811 7th Avenue
53rd Street New York,
New York 10019
United States
Explore the world's most vibrant and distinct city with a stay in the center of all the action at the Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers. Ideally located in between Times Square and Central Park and amidst shopping, theater, business, and entertainment districts, this convenient hotel in Midtown Manhattan puts you in the heart of New York.
Is there a special FICO rate that I need to be aware of?
Standard Room - *$399 + taxes (1 King or 2 double beds)
- Standard room details: 37" Flat Screen HDTV, High Speed Internet Access (complimentary for all guest rooms reserved via this site), Bliss® Bath Products, Sweet Sleeper Bed(s), Starbucks 1-cup service.
Upgrade to the exclusive Club Level - $459.00 + taxes (1 King or 2 double beds) / Limited availability
- Club guests also have special access to the Club Lounge, Complimentary Health Club Access, Upgraded Amenities, Terry Cloth Bathrobe and Free Bottled Water.
FICO is further subsidizing the *FICO special standard room rate over the conference dates only (October 31 - November 3 / Monday-Thursday nights) down to $349.00 + taxes.
These FICO special rates ($399/$459) will also be offered 3 days prior and 3 days post FICO World 2011 upon availability (October 29 - November 7).
All rates above are quoted exclusive of applicable state and local taxes, which are currently 14.25%, as well as a $2.00 occupancy charge, and a Hotel unit fee equal to $1.50 per unit per day. All taxes are subject to change.
The Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers is a 100% Non-Smoking Hotel.
Please note: November in New York City is very busy and many hotels are already fully booked. Please ensure you reserve your discounted room before October 11th. While we will do everything we can to accommodate your room request after this date, we cannot guarantee that the special group rate will be available.
How do I get to the hotel?
You have a variety of transportation options from three local airports, and New York's train stations (Transportation costs are not included in the FICO World registration fee):
Train
Grand Central Station
Travel Distance: Approximately 3 miles (4.8 km)
Taxi Fee: $18 USD; Fee amount does not include tip.
Penn Station - New York
Travel Distance: Approximately 3 miles (4.8 km)
Taxi Fee: $18 USD; Fee amount does not include tip.
Air
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Travel Distance: Approximately 11 miles (17.7 km)
Taxi Fee: $ 75 USD; Fee does not include toll and tip. Travel Time: 50 minutes
La Guardia Airport (LGA)
Travel Distance: Approximately 6 miles (9.66 km)
Taxi Fee: $35 USD; Fee does not include toll and tip. Travel Time: 45 minutes
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Travel Distance: Approximately 17 miles (27.36 km)
Taxi Fee: $55 USD; Fee does not include toll and tip. Travel Time: 45 minutes
Bus
Port Authority Bus Terminal
Travel Distance: Approximately 0.62 miles (1.0 km)
Taxi Fee: $6 USD; Fee amount does not include tip.
Car
Get customized driving directions to the hotel
Parking Information (24-Hour Parking Provided by Circle Parking $42 USD per day)
What kind of weather should I anticipate?
Average High: 54°F (12°C) Average Low: 41°F (5°C)
Cold weather begins to set in during the month of November. Wintry weather is possible, so pack warm clothing for your trip.
Will Wi-Fi be available?
Yes, all common conference areas will have Wi-Fi. There will also be internet access and print stations throughout the conference. Everyone staying in the FICO World hotel block (booking via the registration site) will have free Wi-Fi in their hotel room.
PRESS & ANALYSTS
If you are a media professional and require press information, please contact Darcy Sullivan, Senior Director of PR, at darcysullivan@fico.com.
I am an industry analyst and I'd like to attend. Who should I contact?
If you are an analyst and wish to attend FICO World please contact Lynn Johnson, Director Industry Analyst Relations at lynnjohnson@fico.com.
SPECIAL EVENTS
In addition to what you'll learn in sessions, FICO World is designed for extensive information exchange through a variety of networking opportunities:
The FICO World Welcome Reception will be held the evening of Tuesday, November 1. This is your opportunity to network with fellow attendees, sponsors, and FICO executives and product experts. Beginning at 7:00 p.m., the Welcome Reception will be held in the Metropolitan Ballroom West and Central Park. Dress is business casual.
FICO World's Birds of a Feather Breakfasts are a great way to meet and interact with people who have similar business interests and challenges. If you're interested in adding to FICO World's many networking opportunities, let us know and we will organize special breakfasts for you to talk with people who have interests similar to yours.
At FICO World you can also participate in a variety of table topics, including:
- Preventing Banking Fraud
- Coping with High Levels of Debt
- Maintaining Profitability
- Retaining Good Customers
- Preventing Insurance Fraud
- Topics from any sessions in FICO World's Tracks
FICO World always hosts outstanding parties - what's in store for this year?
The FICO World 2011 Party will be held Wednesday, November 2nd, at the hip Tribeca Rooftop, a penthouse renovated from a Victorian printing building located in lower Manhattan. The sophisticated space houses a salvaged curved staircase from the demolished Palladium nightclub and spans three floors incorporating a 65-foot skylight & mezzanine balcony. The Tribeca Rooftop is well-known for its spectacular 360° views of New Jersey and the Manhattan skyline, taking in the Hudson River, fashionable SOHO and Chinatown. As always, the FICO World Party will be a night to remember.
What is the attire for the FICO World Party?
Casual evening wear is appropriate.
Can I bring a guest to the FICO World Party?
If you didn't already confirm and pay for your guest during registration, please email ficoworld@fico.com to make arrangements. Guests are $100 for the FICO World Party. Please note: The guest party pass does not include access to any sessions, breakfasts or lunches, or any other activities that are reserved for attendees with a full conference pass. No one under 21 years of age will be admitted to the FICO World Party on a guest pass.
The FICO World 2011 party is sponsored by TSYS.
AGENDA
Yes. For more details about the FICO World tracks, see the tracks page.
Can I pre-select the sessions I wish to attend and reserve a seat?
In early October, all registered attendees will be given the opportunity to build a personalized agenda. At that time, you can log back into your registration and select the sessions which interest you most. This will guarantee your seat in a particular session (per seating availability) and provide peace of mind knowing you have your calendar up-to-date. You can then add the sessions to Outlook and print off the agenda to bring on-site with you.
Will audio or videotapes of the sessions be available?
No, we do not normally release video or audio of our sessions. But you will be able to access the presentations after the conference has ended (unless restricted by a presenter).
Who is speaking at FICO World 2011?
Please see the information on our speakers
How long are the sessions?
See the tracks section for detailed information, but most sessions last 60-90 minutes.
Are there translation services available at any of the sessions?
All presentations given in the sessions will be in English, with possible simultaneous translation into Spanish and Portuguese for some sessions if demand from those countries is high enough.
Will session presentations be available after the conference?
PDF versions of the presentations will be made available to all attendees after FICO World 2011 has finished. You will be notified via email when the presentations are available online.
ON-SITE AT FICO WORLD 2011
Am I allowed to record any of the sessions?
All unauthorized photography and the recording or transmitting of audio or visual material, data or information is expressly prohibited.
Can I tweet during the event?
Yes, we encourage this. Use hashtag #ficoworld. But please notify the presenter you will be doing this and select a seat where you will not disturb others.
Does FICO World have a Facebook and LinkedIn page?
Yes we do. You can get there by going to www.fico.com/facebook or www.fico.com/linkedin.
How do I book a private consultation with someone from FICO?
Once you've registered for FICO World, book a consultation by emailing ficoworld@fico.com and indicate the subject you would like to discuss. To book a meeting once you're at the conference, please visit the consult desk located in the Solutions Center in Metropolitan Ballroom West.
Is meeting space available for ancillary meetings at the Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers?
There is no ancillary space available at the hotel; however we do offer private consultation time with FICO experts.
What social activities, meals and other features are included in the conference fees?
FICO World 2011 fees include the following:
- Full 4 day conference attendance [Tue-Fri]
- Breakfasts, lunches and refreshments during the 4 days
- A Welcome Reception on Tuesday evening
- An off-site FICO World Party on Wednesday evening
- An invitation to a FICO hosted dinner on Thursday evening
- Access to "Birds of a Feather" Breakfast sessions
- Full access to the Solutions Center
- Free wireless internet on all conference areas
- All conference documentation and guides
- Access to networking program to connect with other attendees
- Access to downloadable presentations post-conference
What if I have special dietary needs?
Please indicate any special food requests in the comment section of the registration materials. We will make every effort to accommodate your needs. Or you can email ficoworld@fico.com.
Can you suggest any activities in New York?
Learn more about New York City
I can't find an answer to my question.
Please contact ficoworld@fico.com.
EASY TO JUSTIFY
Not convinced yet? Do you need further persuasion?
- Speed your business's adaptation to comply with new regulations, profitably
- Make smarter technology investments
- Discuss solutions to your most pressing issues with a free consultation
You have these, and so many other reasons to attend FICO World 2011. FICO World is filled with actionable ideas and strategies to take home and point your firm toward profitable growth.
We can also help you streamline approval from your management. Here is an email template detailing the features and benefits of FICO World 2011 that you can send to your management team.
FICO World 2011 Request for Approval Email Template (.docx)
FICO World 2011 Mailer (.pdf)
Also, here is a document which gives you an overview of the event, including some testimonials of previous attendees.
Is FICO World 2011 for me? (.pdf)
