Welcome to WCA Worldwide Conference
Pre-Conference Information
(Very Important – Please Print This Out!)
The details below contain very important last minute information which you should print out and use as a checklist and reference for the conference.
QR Code
For us to provide you with quicker onsite registration, please print out your QR Code and present it to us when you do your onsite registration.AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Airport transfers are NOT provided by WCA and are NOT included in your conference fees.
It is strongly recommended that you take a taxi or use the services of MICE Neurol to get from Singapore Changi Airport to downtown hotels. You can also take a train, but it is not advisable because you must change trains along the route.Public Taxi Service. Very easy, clean, and convenient. All drivers speak English (English is an official language of Singapore). Approximate 25 mins during most traffic conditions. Cost: approx. SGD 25 (USD 20) per way. Follow TAXI signs from the arrival hall to the Taxi Cue.
MICE Neurol. This company is associated with this conference and provides private transportation and other services. They provide more luxurious transportation options which can be booked and paid directly to them by credit card at https://events.miceneurol.com/wca-feb-2017/arrival-transfer/Site/Register.
CHANGE MONEY. Be sure to have local currency (SGD 1.00 = USD 0.70). Taxi drivers will not accept payment in foreign currency.
WEATHER
March is the official end to the monsoon season and the weather becomes constantly warm with an average daily temperature of 27°C (about 81°F). Short periods of rain are possible on any day. Please check Singapore weather forecast here.CONFERENCE AGENDA
As WCA Worldwide celebrates its 10th anniversary make sure you join us in Singapore for a very special WCA Worldwide conference.
These include:
Please visit http://conference.wcaworld.com/wcaworld2018/info/eng/agenda.php to view the full agenda.
ONSITE REGISTRATION
Everyone must do an onsite registration to pick up their conference bags, badge, and other materials. Onsite registration can be done during these times and places:Date | Time | Venue |
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Saturday, 3rd March | 10:00 – 21:00 hrs | Suntec, Room 321-322, Level 3 |
Sunday, 4th March | 09:00 – 20:00 hrs | |
Monday, 5th March | 09:00 – 17:00 hrs | Suntec, WCA Registration Counter, Foyer –Level 4 |
We recommend that you do this upon arrival to avoid the mad rush that happens just before the cocktail reception starts. You would also do WCA staff a favor and allow us to better serve you! To speed up the process, please don’t forget to print out and bring your QR code with you.
This QR Code will be ready to print from Tuesday, 20th February 2018.
PLEASE SETTLE ALL PAYMENTS BEFORE COMING
Please ensure that your company has settled all pending payments for registration, hotel reservations, and other items otherwise your accommodation arrangements may not be guaranteed and you cannot pick up your conference badge.
FOOTBALL/TOUR/GOLF – WHERE AND WHEN TO MEET
All Pick-Ups/Drop-Offs will be different for each activity below.FOOTBALL: Tuesday, 6th March | ||
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17:30 - 23:00 hrs | WCA World Cup Football Tournament Register separately for this (not included in conference fees) |
Suntec, Lobby (coach departs at 18:00 hrs) Venue: Premier Pitch |
GOLF: Thursday, 8th March - USD 350/person | ||
06:30 - 15:00 hrs | Golf Tournament (incl. lunch) Register separately for this (not included in conference fees) |
Pan Pacific Hotel, Lobby |
TOUR: Thursday, 8th March – USD 150/person | ||
08:00 - 17:00 hrs | Full Day Tour (incl. lunch) Register separately for this (not included in conference fees) |
Pan Pacific Hotel, Ground Floor Entrance (coach departs at 08:30 hrs) |
ONE-ON-ONE MEETING SCHEDULER
Please ensure that you pick up the most updated One-On-One Schedule each morning before the meetings start. The One-on-One meeting scheduler will close for the first time on Sunday, 4th March at 9:00 pm and then re-open as per the following schedule:
Date | Color | Pick Up Time | Scheduler Operating Hours |
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Monday, 5th March | Pink | 9.00 am - 10.00 am | 09.00 am - 09.00 pm |
Tuesday, 6th March | Yellow | 9.00 am - 10.00 am | 09.00 am - 09.00 pm |
Wednesday, 7th March | Blue | 9.00 am - 10.00 am | - |
EVENT LOCATION
Venue | Address |
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1. Suntec | 1 Raffles Boulevard, Suntec City, Singapore 039593 |
2. Pan Pacific |
7 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039595 Phone: +65 6336 8111 |
3. JW Marriott South Beach Hotel | 30 Beach Road, Singapore 189763 Phone: +65 6818 1888 |
4. Fairmont Singapore | 80 Bras Basah Rd, Singapore 189560 Phone: +65 6339 7777 |
5. Carlton Singapore | 76 Bras Basah Rd, Singapore 1895s58 Phone: +65 6338 8333 |
CAR PARKING AT SUNTEC
If you bring your own car, please contact the Conference Registration Desk to get free parking coupons. However, free parking coupons are limited and will be given out on a First Come – First Served basis.If we run out of free parking coupons then Suntec’s normal parking fees will apply.
SHUTTLE BUS FOR AWARDS DINNER ON 5TH MARCH
Resorts World Sentosa
New York Street & Sci Fi Area & Resorts World Ballroom
TO RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA | FROM RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA | ||
Suntec |
Resorts World Sentosa |
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17:45 – 18:15 hrs | Coaches depart every 5 mins |
22:30 – 23:00 hrs | Coaches depart every 5 mins |
Pan Pacific Hotel |
Resorts World Sentosa |
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17:45 – 18:15 hrs | Coaches depart every 10 mins |
22:30 – 23:00 hrs | Coaches depart every 10 mins |
JW Marriott S.B. ![]() |
Resorts World Sentosa |
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17:45 – 18:15 hrs | Coaches depart |
22:30 – 23:00 hrs | Coaches depart every 10 mins |
Swissotel Stamford |
Resorts World Sentosa |
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17:45 – 18:15 hrs | Coaches depart |
22:30 – 23:00 hrs | Coaches depart every 15 mins |
Carlton |
Resorts World Sentosa |
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17:45 – 18:15 hrs | Coaches depart |
22:30 – 23:00 hrs | Coaches depart every 15 mins |
IMPORTANT:
Coaches are 45 seaters and a limited number are provided ° Seats are on a first come – first served basis ° Be as early as possible to avoid long ques rather than waiting to catch the last coach which will not have space for everyone ° Guests staying at Fairmont can board at Swissotel.
HOTEL PROMOTIONS
Valid 1-10 March 2018
Pan Pacific Hotel
JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach
Kindly note that both Court Martial Bar and Media Bar are normally closed over
the weekends. However as a goodwill gesture, the hotel will open Court Martial Bar over the weekend during Sat, 3rd March to Sun, 4th March for this group.
Carlton Hotel Singapore
Swissotel Stamford & Fairmont Singapore Hotel
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Post Conference Offers at Shangri-La's Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa
(Valid 5-15 March)
Room rates are inclusive of:
For additional adult occupant, an extra rollaway bed can be arranged at SGD 85++ per room per night, inclusive of daily breakfast.
Family room options are available, kindly include comments in room preferences and special requests section.
Child Policy: Children of registered hotel guests under the age of 6 can enjoy buffet meals** at no extra cost in the All Day Dining venue when accompanied by a paying adult for up to 2 children. For more than 2 children under the age of 6 or children who are 6 years and above but under the age of 12, a 50% discount on the buffet price will be given. Children of non-registered guests under the age of 12 will receive a 50% discount on buffet meals** at the All Day Dining outlet.
** Buffet is subject to availability
Book early to secure a room as rooms are subject to availability closer to the dates.
For any clarifications, please send an email to peggie.png@shangri-la.com or phone her
at +65 6371 2961.
THINGS TO BRING
WCA EVENTS APP
No more queuing to pick up your One on One Meeting Schedule!!!
WCA CONTACTS
WCA representatives are available 24 hrs. For urgent assistance please contact us.Name | Mobile Phone | Name | Mobile Phone |
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Andy Robins | +66 81 846 4461 | Gina Cazenas | +63 917 125 3988 |
Brian Majerus | +1 847 800 7226 | Juliet Shen (Mandarin Speaking) | +86 135 2408 3443 |
Bruce Cutillo | +66 89 892 4575 | Kenneth Yokeum | +66 89 771 1797 |
Charan Sharma | +91 981 834 3738 | Kaitlyn Mode | +1 954 504 5584 |
Charles Goli | +233 241 642 272 | Mark Mairowitz | +1 702 378 9718 |
Dan March | +44 792 103 8568 | Monica Tappi | +31 6 555 44690 |
David Pook | +66 81 710 9683 | Randy Van Velthoven | +31 631 799 830 |
Dominic Wang (Mandarin Speaking) | +86 159 2166 2716 | Rita Ramojela | +91 845 4844 289 |
Erwin van Der Genugten | +31 6 270 72470 | Victor Gomez | +66 84 664 9631 |
Conference Team
The conference team are available 24 hrs. Please contact us for any urgent assistance related to the conference itself. We will be happy to assist you.Type of Assistance Required | Name | Roaming | Local Mobile Phone (1st March Onwards) |
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Booths | Yada | - | +65 8350 2459 |
Delegate Registrations | Meow | - | +65 9353 4339 |
Room Reservations | Pui | - | +65 8432 7244 |
Shipments for Conference Materials | Kat | - | +65 8457 3368 |
Conference Manager | Douglas | +66 86 888 0276 | +65 8301 4724 |
Conference Manager | Aui | - | +65 8433 5387 |
For additional information please contact conference@wcaworld.com