Frequently Asked Questions

2020 Boutique Lifestyle Digital Summit

REGISTRATION QUESTIONS


Who is considered for a “hotel” registration ticket?

Any person who works directly in a hotel or through their corporate office (i.e. hotel Owners, CEOs, General Managers, Directors and such). Your email’s domain name must be that of the hotel’s to get this ticket rate. Register here.

Who is considered for a “vendor” registration ticket?

Any person who works with a vendor, supplier or service provider in the global Boutique Hospitality space (i.e. technology providers, linen suppliers, design firms, hotel management companies, investment firms, financial institutions, digital marketing, PR firms and such), travel-related suppliers such as airline, car rental, destination, etc. Register here.

Who is considered for a “student” registration ticket?

Any full-time student who does not have a full-time job. To qualify, you must have proof of your school schedule and your email’s domain name must be that of the school’s to get this ticket rate. Inquire here.

Who is considered for a “travel advisor” registration ticket?

Any person who’s full-time job is that of a travel advisor, meeting planner, corporate travel manager, travel management company. Inquire here.

Who is considered for a “press” registration ticket?

Any journalist who has written at least 3 relevant articles about the Hospitality/Design/Travel/Real Estate space in the past 30 days. Journalists must agree to cover content of the event as well as discuss BLLA initiatives in all content. Inquire here.

TICKETING QUESTIONS


What is included in a registration ticket?

  • Access to the event app

    • customizable profile and social wall

    • platform to send messages, schedule meetings and share files

    • desktop and mobile friendly software

    • draw for giveaways

    • virtual trade show entrance

  • 48 hour access to all content (members will gain further access on-demand in the social network)

  • Badge, lanyard and welcome bag mailed to your front door (if you register by August 17 and have a US address)

  • Global education and training 

  • Comped ticket for all of your pets

What should I expect after I purchase a ticket?

After you purchase a ticket, you will be subscribed to receive all event updates to ensure you can take advantage of all the ticket perks. You should also consider enrolling in our ambassador program to receive CASH back everytime someone uses your promo code to attend the event.

What is the BLLA Events Ambassador Program?

This is a new program for all ticket holders. After you purchase a ticket, on the confirmation page will be a button to enroll in our ambassador program. Once you click that, you will receive a custom code to share with all of your friends and colleagues. Everytime that code is used, you will receive $5 back and your friends and colleagues will receive $5 off their ticket. (Note: the money will be sent to you by September 20, 2020).

What if I want to purchase a ticket as a gift for a friend or colleague as well?

First of all, how kind of you! Second of all, we have the software in place for you to be able to do this. On the ticketing website, there will be an area under the “Add-Ons” section to purchase a ticket as a gift. The gift receiver will then be sent an email with their ticketing details.

AGENDA QUESTIONS

 

What is the agenda?

This will be an all-day event and a full agenda will be published in August.

What if I want to attend both the Leadership and Investment tracks?

Great question because you can attend BOTH! The content will be up on our platform for 48 hours, so you can come back on September 18 and watch the rest of the content you missed.

How long will all the stage sessions be up on the platform?

Until September 19 at 7:00 AM Pacifc Standard Time. BLLA Members get extended access on-demand after they login to the Member Portal.

How do I sign up for a Mentor Power Hour?

This will be based on your ticket category and sector and then will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. We will be in touch with you for details.

How can I be considered to contribute as a speaker?

Speakers are by invitation, however, we invite you to contact us for further information at info@bllaevents.com. Speakers must be official BLLA members, you can become a member here.

SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITING QUESTIONS

 

How can I exhibit at the digital summit?

You can purchase a virtual booth as an add-on to your ticket. Note there is an extra cost of $500.

What is included in the virtual booth?

You will receive: an exhibitor profile page to showcase all of your capabilities to all attendees and you will be able to set up times to connect with visitors to your booth.

How can I sponsor the digital summit?

Please send an inquiry to Ariela at ariela@boutiqueassociation.com and describe your involvement in the Hospitality space and your goals in sponsoring. If we determine your company is a good fit, we will be in touch with registration details for your sponsorship.

What types of companies can exhibit or sponsor?

We accept hotels, hotel collections, development groups, construction companies, travel groups, design firms, F&B suppliers, technology companies and all types of businesses involved in the global sector.

“THE DETAILS” QUESTIONS

 

What is the dress code?

No pajamas, athletic wear and lounge wear. Wear your suit, your pink sequin dress or your cheetah print co-ord, this is the time to have some fun.

How can I donate to BLLA’s Charity Partner, Tourism Cares?

BLLA has partnered with Tourism Cares to help our global industry.