FAQ

Who attends FT-ODX?
FT-ODX is a conference for directors only.

Each event is designed to foster active participation and intimacy. We restrict attendance to ensure a robust exchange and deep networking.

Some special programs do exist for the benefit of the attendees and the director community. These special programs allow two or three non-director attendees at each conference. These attendees must be in one of the following groups: CEO/President, CFO, or General Counsel.

How is FT-ODX rated?
90% of board directors attending FT-ODX give the conference top marks.

What Companies Participate in FT-ODX?             Who's at a Typical FT-ODX Conference?

What Fortune 1000 Ranked Companies Have Participated in FT-ODX?

What topics/material does FT-ODX cover?
All FT-ODX programs are based on today's top boardroom issues. At FT-ODX, you talk to experienced directors and CEOs who are handling the same issues your board faces.

Your questions drive all FT-ODX exchanges. Each event features an interactive case study, panels fueled by your inquiries, small breakout sessions, intimate tabletop conversations, a networking cocktail hour and awards dinner. 

Cost and Cancellation Policy

How much does FT-ODX cost?
Individual registration is $6,500 and includes all sessions, meals and reading materials. Travel and lodging are the responsibility of each participant.

Early-bird registrants pay an exclusive discounted rate. FT-ODX also offers multi-director discounts. Please contact Tim Powell at +1 917 551 5197 or tim.powell@ft.com for details.

What is FT-ODX's cancellation policy?
To receive a refund, minus a $750 registration fee, FT-ODX must receive written notification of any cancellation no later than 45 calendar days prior to the event. Participants who cancel after this date forfeit the entire program fee. However, you may designate a substitute participant with the approval of the program director.

Prepping for the Event

Who makes my FT-ODX hotel reservation?
Registrants are responsible for their own hotel reservations. For a discounted accommodation, please call the venue that corresponds to the FT-ODX conference you plan to attend and tell them you are part of the FT-ODX room block.

When will I receive the conference materials?
The week before the conference, we will send you an e-mail that contains some of the materials you will need for the conference. Additional materials will be provided to you upon registration at the event.

Accreditation

Are FT-ODX conferences ISS accredited?
ISS has recently announced that they have dropped their Accredited Director Education Program, and therefore, will be longer be accrediting ANY director education programs and events. As a result, no conference, event, or educational program can offer ISS credit after March 2010. Prior to this announcement, all FT-ODX events were accredited by ISS and we continue to exceed those standards.

Miscellaneous

What is the dress code at FT-ODX?
Business attire is appropriate for FT-ODX events.