Frequently Asked Questions

1. When is The Dieline Forum: Los Angeles?
The Conference is for one-day on Friday, October 12, 2012.
2. Where is The Dieline Forum: Los Angeles taking place?
The Conference is being held at the AT&T Center Los Angeles – 1150 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
3. What is the The Dieline Forum: Los Angeles?

Join expert package design innovators at this inspiring, information-packed one-day event addressing the specific challenges and opportunities unique to packaging designers, and graphic designers who want to expand their skills into packaging.

You'll discover new ways to do great work on a tight budget, reinvent your brand, create meaningful design, and delve into the mind of the consumer. You'll mingle, share ideas, network, and make valuable connections with attendees and Forum speakers.

4. Will the Conference program be over my head?
If you are a designer who wants to better understand concepts in package design such as branding, sustainability, structure, graphics, and more, this event is for you.
5. Speaking as a Creative Manager, who on my staff should attend?
This event should be attended by designers and design managers who will be creating packaging projects themselves or who need to be able to communicate better with their development team, design team or clients.
6. How do I register?
Registration for the The Dieline Forum: Los Angeles is now open. Click here to register online.
7. How much will it cost to attend?
The cost to attend The Dieline Forum is $345 if you register by the end of August. Beginning September 1, the cost will be $395.
8. Can I register on-site at the Conference?
Yes, on-site registrations will be accepted, unless the conference sells out.
9. What registration options do I have, and what does each include?
Registration for The Dieline Forum includes the full day of sessions. Click here to register.
10. Can I get a receipt/invoice for my registration?
You will receive an email confirmation once you've completed the online registration process. Your confirmation email will be sent once your registration has been processed.
11. Can I make my hotel reservation when I register?
No, but you can make your reservations via Web, phone or fax. You'll find complete information on the travel page. Please be sure to make your reservations early, as our room blocks fill quickly.
12. When is the Early-Bird registration deadline?
The Early-Bird registration deadline is August31, 2012.
13. How do I use a promotional code I've received to save on registration?
If you would like to use a promo code that you've received, you are welcome to do so. You can input the code on the first page of the registration process, just under your email address. The site will automatically calculate your registration fees and subtract the coupon's value on the next registration page. If you are sending in your registration by fax, please also fax the coupon.
If you are a member of the HOW, Print or Design Insider Programs, please enter your discount code in the box on the first page of the registration process under your mail to receive your 10% discount.
14. What is your Federal Tax ID number?
Our Federal Tax ID is 20-2955953.
15. What is your cancellation policy?
If you must cancel for any reason, please notify us via email at DielineForum@fwmedia.com no later September 14. Your registration fee will be refunded, less a $50 processing fee. No refunds will be made after this date for any reason. Substitutions may be made by fax or email until October 5, 2012. After this date, all substitutions must be made on-site at the The Dieline Forum.
16. What if I have a registration question that isn't answered here?
If you have further questions, please contact us. We'll promptly answer any questions you have about registering for The Dieline Forum.
17. Where can I find information about the official hotel?
Please visit our travel page for complete information on hotel reservations, plus transportation information, and more.
18. Is it safe for me to register using my credit card on The Dieline Forum site?
Absolutely. This website uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology to encrypt your personal information when you place your order. This means your order cannot be read as it travels over the Internet, so your name, address and credit card information are secure.
19. What if I'm having problems with the online registration process?
If your problems are technical in nature (your browser is reporting errors or pages are failing to load correctly), please first try quitting and re-launching your browser, and/or restarting your computer. Also, be sure you are not blocking cookies in your browser's preferences (cookies are required for the registration form to work). If the issue persists, contact dielineforum@fwmedia.com and explain your problem in as much detail as you can.
20. I'm having some difficulty just viewing the pages on your website. Can you help?
The Dieline Forum website uses several web technologies, including JavaScript, Web Fonts, and Cascading Style Sheets, which depend upon the browser to interpret correctly. Our site is optimized for version 6.x browsers and higher (e.g., Netscape 7.0+, Mozilla 1.4+, Firefox 1.0+, Safari 1.0, or Microsoft Internet Explorer 7+ for PCs or 5.2+ for Macs), and a video resolution of at least 800x600.
If you are using an older browser, or a browser that does not support these technologies, but want to learn more about the Conference, please feel free to call us at (800) 436-8700, option 7 (outside the U.S., call (513) 531-2690 ext. 11450). We'll be happy to answer any questions you may have about the Conference.
If you want to upgrade your browser, you can download the latest free versions of one of the following popular browsers: • Firefox • Safari If you have technical questions about the website itself, please contact us.
21. How can I recommend a speaker, or let you know I am interested in speaking myself?
Please contact ivan@dielinemedia.com to recommend a speaker.
22. I have a session idea for the Conference—how can I tell you about it?
Please contact ivan@dielinemedia.com to send us session ideas.
23. Can my company sponsor or exhibit at The Dieline Forum?
Please contact us for information on sponsoring or exhibiting.
24. Do you accommodate special needs?
Yes. We make sure our facility has total accessibility, and we do whatever is needed to make attending the Conference as convenient as possible for all attendees. If you have a special need, please contact us after you have registered and we'll make special arrangements, if necessary.
25. What if I have a question about the Conference that isn't answered on this site?
Contact us or phone us at (800) 436-8700, option 5 with further questions. Outside the U.S., call us at (513) 531-2690 ext. 11450. Contact us by e-mail at info@thedieline.com.

See you at The Forum in Los Angeles

this Friday

Register Now