WPS FAQ’s

What Is the Women of Power Summit?
The Women of Power Summit is a professional leadership conference designed especially for executive women of color. This event will bring together over 700 influential business women from across the country. The event will be held Feb.15–18, 2012, at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, in Orlando, Florida.

Who should attend?
Mid- to senior-level managers, “C-level” decision makers, HR officers, diversity officers, executives, and professionals.

What does the registration fee include?
The registration fee includes the executive leadership workshops, conference materials, a conference bag, breakfast, lunch, receptions, entertainment, the Women of Power Legacy Awards Dinner, lifestyle workshops, and activities (excluding the spa). It does not include the hotel room or airfare.

What and where is the host hotel?
The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, 4012 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, Florida 32837; for more information, visit www.ritzcarlton.com or call (407) 393-4750 or (800) 576-5750.

How much does it cost to stay at the host hotel, and how do I make a reservation?
We have reserved a group rate of $269 per night (excludes resort fees and taxes). Just mention that you are a Women of Power participant and provide your control number when you call reservations at 800-576-5750. A limited number of rooms have been set aside through Jan. 6, 2012, for attendees of the Black Enterprise Women of Power Summit. You must register for the event first in order to receive a control number and reserve a room. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

What can I expect from the program?
Gain access to and learn from industry leaders about how to optimize your potential for professional advancement. Participate in interactive workshops and sessions that examine corporate trends, leadership and management skills, and small business issues. You’ll get to network with executive women from across the country, and enjoy restorative activities such as morning workouts, golf clinics, cooking demonstrations, nightly entertainment, and much more.

When does registration close?
Feb. 3, 2012, or until registration is at capacity.

Are spa treatments included in the registration fee?
No. Spa treatments are available a-la-carte. You may reserve your spa treatment at a 10% discount during the conference, February 15–18, 2012, by mentioning that you are a Women of Power Summit attendee. To schedule an appointment, you may call the spa at 407-393-4200. To view spa services and rates, click here.

I’d like to make my flight reservations now. When do you suggest I arrive in Orlando, and when is the Summit’s last event?
The conference kicks off with the Women of Power Legacy Awards Dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 7:30 p.m. It concludes with the farewell brunch on Saturday, Feb. 18, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Whom should I speak to about sponsorship opportunities?
Please e-mail Kyle Allman, Director, Multi-Media Sales at allmank@blackenterprise.com.

What steps should I take if I am interested in being a speaker?
Send all relevant information (detailed résumé, session topics, etc.) to beevents@blackenterprise.com. We will inform selected speakers by Dec. 1, 2011.

What is your cancellation policy for registration?
A refund of all registration fees minus $75 will be made upon receipt of written cancellation postmarked no later than Jan. 13, 2012. No refunds will be made thereafter. Participants may transfer packages until Jan. 20, 2012. All refund or transfer requests must be submitted in writing to BE Women of Power Summit, 130 Fifth Ave., 10th floor, New York, NY 10011.

What is your cancellation policy for the hotel?
All rooms are subject to a resort fee of $16 per room per night, a room attendant fee of $3 per room per night, and a one-time stay porterage fee of $10 (includes check-in and check-out). All room-type requests are subject to availability. Reservations must be guaranteed to a major credit card and require a deposit equivalent to one night’s stay plus tax (12.50% ). Refunds will be made only when cancellations are received at least five days prior to scheduled arrival. Early departure is subject to the equivalent of one night’s stay plus tax.