 |
CONFERENCE DETAILS
What is the purpose of The Global Leadership Summit?
The Global Leadership Summit exists to transform Christian leaders around the world with an annual injection of vision, skill development, and inspiration for the sake of the local church.
Who should go to the Summit?
The Global Leadership Summit is designed for your entire leadership team—staff and volunteers, key influencers and innovators within the community, emerging leaders and students with leadership gifts. We encourage churches to bring large teams to experience the learning together. Most groups bring more than 10 people.
When is The Global Leadership Summit?
This year the Summit will take place Thursday-Friday, August 5-6, 2010 from 9am to 5.30pm CT. This is an annual event generally held the first week of August.
Where is The Global Leadership Summit taking place?
The event originates at the Willow Creek Community Church campus in South Barrington, IL, and is broadcast to 140+ cities across North America. Click here for specific location information.
What time does the event start and end?
This two day event begins at 9am on Thursday, August 5 and concludes at 5.30pm on Friday, August 6 CT. Click here for the start time in different time zones.
How do you choose speakers for The Global Leadership Summit?
Our goal is to choose leaders from a variety of disciplines including ministry, not-for-profit, academia, sports, marketplace, government, etc. At each Summit, we strive to find leaders and experts that will not only deliver practical skills but also stretch church leaders as they seek to develop their unique gift of leadership.
Are there different start and end times for each time zone?
The times listed on the Summit schedule are in Central Time (CT) time, the local zone for Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, IL, where the Summit broadcast originates. The schedule varies according to time zones; click here for details.
What is a "videocast"?
Each "videocast" session at the Summit includes an exclusive interview conversation between Bill Hybels and a featured leader. Each interview is pre-recorded, edited to run in the time allotted, and may include additional video footage of the leader or their work.
What are the differences between attending the Summit at Willow Creek or a satellite site?
The Summit experience is planned to be identical whether at the originating campus or a satellite location. Satellite sites are preferred by some attendees for convenience, affordability, and connectivity to the church in their region. Attendance at the Willow Creek campus provides the energy of an expected 7,000 attendees experiencing programming and speakers LIVE.
Do you translate the event into other languages?
At the Willow Creek campus and limited Satellite sites, language translation will be available. In 2008, at the South Barrington campus, language translation featured Spanish, German, Portuguese, and Korean. Specific translations offered at Satellite sites will be announced as they are determined. For translation at the Willow Creek campus, groups must prearrange services by emailing wcaglobal@willowcreek.com after registering for the conference.
Is sign language translation provided for the hearing impaired at this event?
We currently do not provide sign language translation for TLCWCC conferences. However, if you have a disability and require special assistance, please let us know by calling 800.804.0777
SATELLITE TECHNOLOGY
How many satellite locations are there?
In 2010, we currently have 170 satellite locations (153 in U.S. and 17 in Canada).
Will this event be in real-time at my satellite location?
If you attend in the Atlantic, Eastern, Central, or Mountain Time Zones, the Summit will be featured in real-time. Sites in the Pacific Time Zone will be tape-delayed 2 hours to prevent an especially early start.
Will there be live music at my satellite location?
In addition to programming featured via satellite feed, many Summit sites do perform music by regional worship teams.
Is the programming the same at all locations?
All programming elements including music, drama, dance, etc. emulate from the Willow campus in South Barrington, IL.
What format and screen size will be used at my satellite site?
We will provide a screen appropriate for our venues ranging in size from 9 x 16 to 15 x 27.
PRICING
How much does it cost to attend The Global Leadership Summit?
Discounts are available based on WCAC Membership, group size, and date of registration. Click here to for specific pricing information.
What does the conference price include?
Registration includes all your conference materials and break refreshments. Meals are NOT included at Satellite sites.
Who qualifies for the Student/Faculty rate?
All high school, undergraduate, and graduate students (whether full- or part-time students) are eligible for the Student rate. The Faculty rate applies to those individuals on staff at a college, university, or seminary.
Are there any scholarships available?
Please contact the TLCWCC Customer Service Centre at 800-804-0777 if you have special needs or questions regarding scholarships.
Do you prorate conference attendance rates?
Conference rates are not prorated. The price is the same regardless if you attend one session or both days.
REGISTRATION
How can I register for The Global Leadership Summit?
Register by:
| Click: | www.growingleadership.com/summit |
| Phone: | 800-804-0777 |
| Email: | office@growingleadership.com |
| Mail: | 2000 Rutland Road N, Kelowna, BC, V1X 6G9 |
How do I register online?
Click here to go directly to The Global Leaderhip Summit registration page. (Or, at www.growingleadership.com/summit, click on "Register" in the navigation bar at the top.) Locate the site you'd like to attend and click the "Register" link. Follow the onscreen directions for submitting your registration. To register online, you must have a credit card ready. TLCWCC accepts Visa and MasterCard. Please be sure to fill out all online forms completely.
Can I register on-site for the event?
If seats are available, and the site has not sold out, you may register on-site for The Global Leadership Summit.
Can I share a registration with someone if I can't attend the entire event?
TLCWCC does not provide the option to share registrations between two or more individuals. The event has been designed as a holistic learning experience and is best if attended in its entirety.
How do I register with the Student/Faculty rate?
Students and Faculty may register online.
When should I expect to receive a confirmation email?
You will receive a registration receipt upon processing of your payment. Confirmation letters will be sent to the email address provided in early July and include up-to-date event information.
GROUPS
Do I need to have all the names of our group when I register?
TLCWCC allows groups to record "Empty Registrations" and then submit names of those who will be attending at another date, but no later than two weeks prior to the conference. After that time, a registrant's name can also be added or changed at Registration Solutions during Guest Check-In.
Are there any special arrangements available for large groups?
Requests for meeting space should be directed to the host church to determine if your location can accommodate special requests.
CANCELLATION/TRANSFER POLICY
What is your cancellation/transfer policy for The Global Leadership Summit 2010?
For a fee of $25 per person, TLCWCC's policy allows cancellation of a Global Leadership Summit registration no later than August 3, 2010. When a registration is made for any of our conferences, we begin to prepare a spot for our guest - conference materials are printed, food ordered, etc. The $25 fee to cancel or transfer helps offset the preparation costs already incurred.
What if I'm taking someone's place at the Summit?
If you know in advance that you will be coming in someone's place, please call TLCWCC's Customer Service Centre at 800-804-0777, and our staff will be happy to adjust the registration. If it is a last minute change, simply check in the day of the conference by picking up the original registrant's materials. Then, proceed to Registration Solutions, and the Summit volunteers will correct the information in the system and provide you with a new nametag.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Is transportation provided?
TLCWCC does not provide transportation.
GUEST CHECK-IN
When do I check in at a Satellite site?
Guest Check-In will open an hour before the Summit begins each day. Conference materials will be arranged under a registrant's last name.
What do I need when I check in?
A registration number is not necessary for check-in. However, your confirmation letter might be helpful.
FACILITIES
Will there be food for purchase at my Satellite site?
Lunch is not included in the cost of your registration at a Satellite Site. However, many sites offer lunch that can be purchased on site. Refer to your host site's Web site for details. Break refreshments will be provided at every Summit location.
Will there be a bookstore open during the conference?
All Satellite sites will offer a Resource Area featuring leadership-related materials and select products by the Summit faculty.
Can I go on a tour of the facility at a Satellite site?
Currently we have no formal tours scheduled at our satellite locations. Please speak with the On-site Event Manager for specific questions regarding each individual facility.
Will parking be available?
Ample parking is available at each of the satellite sites.
MISCELLANEOUS
Is reserved seating available?
Reserved seating is not available for The Global Leadership Summit at any satellite location.
What is the dress code for The Global Leadership Summit?
Conference attire is casual.
How can I receive materials about the Summit?
Contact TLCWCC Customer Service Centre at 800-804-0777 to request promotional materials including brochures, flyers, invitations, and DVDs.
How do I subscribe to The Global Leadership Summit email update?
Click here to subscribe to the Summit E-newsletter.
Can I bring my child or nursing infant to the event?
While families are very important to us, The Global Leadership Summit is an adult training event and children and infants, including nursing infants, are not permitted in any of the sessions. Childcare is not available, and we cannot guarantee a separate room for parents to stay with their children.
What if I have other questions that haven't been answered?
Click here to contact TLCWCC Customer Service Centre with your specific inquiry. If you require a direct response, please make sure you have completely filled in all your contact information. You may also call TLCWCC Customer Service Centre directly at 800-804-0777. Hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. PST.
