On behalf of Explore Georgia, we're delighted that you will be attending the Georgia Governor’s Tourism Conference and look forward to seeing you. Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions:

Can I get copies of the speaker presentations?

What can I do to ensure a positive experience in the sessions?

What if I cannot attend? Can I get a refund?

If I cannot attend, can I send someone in my place? Do I need to let you know before the conference?

I’m paying by check. Where do I send it?

When can sponsors set up?

When can sponsors break down?

Can I get copies of the speaker presentations?

The handouts and presentations that are shared by our speakers will be available post-conference on our website for your reference.

What can I do to ensure a positive experience in the sessions?

• Be on time.
• Provide speakers with your undivided attention.
• Set your phone to silent prior to entering a session or meal function.
• Bring something to take notes on. The conference will not provide notebooks.
• Turn off all laptop and tablet devices unless taking session notes.

What if I cannot attend? Can I get a refund?

If an attendee must cancel on or before August 22, 2025, a refund will be issued minus a $50 processing fee. We regret that refunds cannot be made after August 22, 2025.

If I cannot attend, can I send someone in my place? Do I need to let you know before the conference?

Substitutions are allowed within the same organization. Substitutions can be made prior to the conference or onsite at the registration desk.

I’m paying by check. Where do I send it?

Send it to the Georgia Tourism Foundation (ATTN: Jonathan Bennett), 75 5th Street NW, Suite 1200, Atlanta, GA 30308. If you need a W9, please contact Jay Markwalter at jmarkwalter@georgia.org.

When can sponsors set up?

Set up begins on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 9 a.m.

When can sponsors break down?

Sponsors may begin breaking down booths on Friday, September 26, 2025, once the morning break concludes.