Q: Why should you attend?
A: The international Netezza User Conference 07 will give valued customers and serious prospects the opportunity to attend informative and interactive sessions, connect with peers to share ideas and learn best practices for maximizing the power of the Netezza system. The conference will include:

  • A broad range of in-depth customer case studies
  • Informative partner sessions
  • Interactive business and technical track sessions
  • Best practices and techniques for leveraging the power of the NPS system
  • Multiple networking opportunities with your peers
  • And more!

So register now!

Q: Do you need another reason?
A: If you are one of the first 150 to register, and you attend the conference, you will be entered to win one of Five Apple iPhone or iPod touch!

Details...

Q: Who should attend?
A: The conference has been designed for business and technical management and professionals who are involved with the evaluation of the NPS systems and, more broadly, data warehouse and Business Intelligence solutions.

Q: How do I obtain a press pass?
A: To register as a member of the press you must contact Virginia Lux, vlux@netezza.com, 508-382-8200.

Q: What is the cost to attend?
A: The cost to attend the international Netezza User Conference 08 is $795.

Q: Where can I find the User Conference Agenda?
A: Coming soon

Q: Where can I find the Conference abstracts/session
descriptions?
A: Coming soon

Q: Who will be speaking at the User Conference?
A: Coming soon

Q: Will there be training offered at the User Conference?
A: Netezza will offer two post-conference education sessions. Please see the post-conference education page for more info.

Q: What is the cost for the post-conference education sessions?
A: Post-conference education is FREE to any Netezza Customers and Partners attending the User Conference.

Q: What is the dress code for the conference sessions and activities?
A: The dress code for the entire conference is business casual.

Q: Can you give me more information on the hotel?
A: Netezza has negotiated a discounted rate of $229 per night. The conference hotel rate & block are only guaranteed until September 1, 2008. After this date, rooms and rate will be based on availability so hurry and make your reservation today!

Please contact the JW Marriott Orlando Resort at +1-407-206-2300 to make your reservation. Be sure to mention the Netezza group code: netneta to receive the group rate.

Q: Is there parking at the hotel?
A: Yes, Valet and Self Parking. Daily Self Parking Rate is $14 and Daily Valet Rate is $20.

Q: What does the hotel offer for amenities?
A: The hotel offers the following amenities:

Hotel Services:

  • Complimentary Service
  • Coffee/tea in-room
  • Phone calls: toll-free

Business Services

  • Copy service
  • Fax service
  • Full-service business center
  • Messenger service
  • Network/Internet printing
  • Notary public
  • Overnight delivery/pickup
  • Post/parcel
  • Secretarial service
  • Translator

Guest Services

  • Babysitting
  • Cash machine/ATM
  • Concierge desk
  • Evening turndown service
  • Foreign exchange
  • Housekeeping service dailiy
  • Laundry on-site
  • Laundry on-site,coin operated
  • Limousine service
  • Local restaurant dinner delivery
  • Newspaper delivered to room
  • Room service, 24-hour
  • Safe deposit boxes, front desk
  • Shoeshine stand
  • Valet dry-cleaning

Guest Facilities

  • Barber/Beauty Shop Maker with Starbucks Coffee
  • Car Rental onsite: Hertz, 407-393-4784
  • Game Room
  • Vending Machines
  • Video Games
  • Bathrobes
  • Florist
  • Gift/newsstand

Guest Room Overview

  • Wireless High Speed Internet Access in All Guest Rooms (Charge)
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm Clock
  • Bottled water
  • Coffee maker/tea service
  • Crib
  • Individual Climate Control
  • Suites Available
  • Internet browser/Web TV
  • Luxurious bedding – down comforters, custom duvets, cotton-rich linens
  • In-Room Safe
  • Pillows: down/feather or foam
  • Rollaway bed
  • Bathrobes
  • Accessible Shower and/or Bath
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Desk, speaker phone, cordless phone, and two-line phone
  • Hair dryer

Q: How should I arrange transportation from Orlando International airport to the Hotel?
A: The Orlando International Airport is located approximately 10 miles from the hotel.

Q: Are there special rates for airfare?
A: Netezza has negotiated special rates. Please see travel page for more details.

Q: Will there be any entertainment or networking events?
A: Yes, there will be several opportunities to socialize and network with your peers. They include:

Monday, September 15, 2008

Networking Reception/Partner Pavilion
Monday, September 15, following the keynote sessions, we invite you to attend a welcome and networking cocktail reception at the JW Marriott Orlando Resort Hotel. This will be a great opportunity to connect with your peers and the Netezza team. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served.

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Partner Pavilion
During breakfast, lunch and breaks you will have an opportunity to learn more about Netezza Partners at our Partner Pavilion.

Evening Event
The Netezza User Conference 08 big evening event will be the pinnacle networking event of the Conference. Reward yourself after a full day of sessions and join your fellow user conference attendees for a night of dinner, entertainment, networking and relaxation at the Netezza Buddha lounge taking place at the JW Marriott Orlando Resort Hotel.

We will be awarding the pre-User Conference registration raffle prize (FIVE Apple iPhone or iPod touch), so this is sure to be a popular event!

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Partner Pavilion
During breakfast and breaks you will have an opportunity to learn more about Netezza Partners at our Partner Pavilion.

Q: Can I bring a guest to the networking events?
A: If you are traveling with a guest or spouse, please let us know when you check in at registration. Based on a first-come, first-served basis and space availability we will make every attempt to accommodate guests.

Q: What is the weather like in Orlando that time of year?
A: Daytime temperatures in Orlando during September will be in the low 80’sF/28C, and evening temperatures will be in the low 70’sF/16C.

Q: Whom do I contact at Netezza if I have additional questions?
A: Olga Perez-Bonnelly, obonnelly@netezza.com, 508-382-8318.