Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where is 2024 EXCEL Training Conference being held?
The 2024 EXCEL Training is being held at the New Orleans Hyatt Regency in New Orleans, Louisiana. The address is 601 Loyola Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70113.
2. What are the dates of the EXCEL Training Conference?
Preconference is Monday, August 19, 20204.
Full conference is Tuesday - Thursday, August 20-22, 2024
3. How do I register for EXCEL Training?
Register using the following link: 2024 EXCEL Training Conference Registration
4. How much does it cost to attend EXCEL?
Individual Registration Rates
5. How do I pay for the EXCEL Conference?
Attendees can pay online using Government Purchase Card, Visa, MasterCard, or American Express or ACH payments on the registration’s billing page. Paper checks are not accepted. Attendees can also make payments by calling 866-446-0940 to finalize payment over the phone and receive a receipt. Federal Agencies wishing to use G-Invoicing please contact us at eeoc.traininginstitute@eeoc.gov
6. Are there any special hotel discounts, like per diem rates, available to EXCEL Training attendees?
Federal and Non-Federal Rate are $143 single/double + taxes. Rooms must be booked by July 27, 2024. To reserve you room, click here.
7. Who is the target audience for this training conference?
The target audience for the training conference are Equal Employment Opportunity and Human Resources Personnel, Diversity and Inclusion and legal professionals and Alternative Dispute Resolution Practitioners from federal agencies, unions, private organizations, and local and state governments.
8. Do I have to be a federal employee to attend?
No. EXCEL is for professionals eager to learn leading EEO and diversity and inclusion practices that will positively impact your workplace.
9. How do I obtain a letter of justification to attend?
The letter of justification can be downloaded Letter of Justification
10. How can I obtain a W-9 or SAMS – Cage Code – Duns Form?
To obtain the documents, please click on the appropriate form below:
11. When and where do I pick up my EXCEL Training badge?
Upon arrival to the New Orleans Hyatt Regency, attendees can pick up their badges at the conference registration check-in desk.
12. When will the Opening Keynote for EXCEL Training 2024 be announced?
Please follow us on social media at Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn for updates.
13. I registered for EXCEL Training but now I’m unable to attend. Can I receive a refund for my registration fee?
Cancellations made on or before ten business days before the conference will be refunded minus a $100 processing fee.
14. I am unable to attend. May I send a substitution?
Substitution(s) of attendees must be submitted at least 10 business days prior to the beginning of the event. The Training Institute needs the following information: event name and date; names of the registrant and substitute; and contact information.
15. Will I earn CLE’s for my attendance at the conference?
CLE credit is available from most states. The 2024 EXCEL Conference CLE application for Texas State Bar is pending. Check back for more details.
16. How do I get CLE credit for attending?
EEOC will only apply for CLE credit from Texas, therefore attorneys seeking CLE credits in other states must apply separately. Participants are provided with a Uniform Certificate of Attendance form that they send, along with an application, to their state’s Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education.
17. Does the conference meet the EEO refresher requirements for Counselors and Investigators?
Participants attending the EXCEL Pre-Conference will meet the EEO refresher requirements for Counselors and Investigators. Also, those attending the full conference and seeking credit must register at the EXCEL registration desk.
18. Has the conference been approved for HRCI recertification and SHRM professional development credits?
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19. How long after the EXCEL Conference will I receive my Certificate of Completion?
EXCEL Certificates of Completion will be sent 1-5 weeks after the conference.
20. How do I request accommodation or dietary requests while attending EXCEL Training?
When registering for EXCEL please list accommodations or any dietary requests under the special accommodations section in the form.
21. How to request permission to attend EXCEL?
To request permission to attend the EXCEL conference, you may use the justification letter template. Justification Letter Template