Board Summit FAQ

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Overview
What is the purpose of the Board Summit?

The Board Summit isn’t a conference. Every moment is intentionally designed for senior leaders—fostering lifelong connections, fresh perspectives, and direct access to visionaries and research executives who are redefining what’s possible.

Overview
Who should attend the Board Summit?

The Board Summit is an invite-only experience for TSIA Advisory Board executives to think deeply, connect meaningfully, and act decisively on the future of technology services.

Overview
What makes this summit different from other TSIA events?

This unique gathering in San Diego provides an open and airy, retreat-like setting for unparalleled networking and the exchange of critical insights among like-minded peers and executives focused on similar research areas.Unlike larger, more generalized events, the Summit offers increased, direct access to both industry leaders and TSIA executives. This fosters the development of deeper, more meaningful professional connections among individuals sharing common strategic interests.

The content presented is specifically curated for senior leadership, focusing on cutting-edge trends, proprietary research, and proven best practices relevant to shared domains. The event emphasizes interactive learning, utilizing formats such as focused roundtables and dedicated one-on-one meetings. This structure ensures attendees can actively engage with all resources and with each other, facilitating a highly collaborative and impactful in-person experience in a conducive environment.

Overview
Is attendance limited or by invitation only?

The Board Summit is reserved for TSIA Advisory Board Members and a select group of nominated executives. Joining an Advisory Board is more than an invitation to the Summit—it is your inside access to year-round research, influence, and impact.

Overview
When and where is the Board Summit held?
Dates, Location & Format
What are the official start and end times?

A welcome reception will be held on May 3 at 5:00 PM PT.The first session will begin at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, May 4, 2026.The event will conclude with a closing reception on May 5 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM PT

Dates, Location & Format
Is the Board Summit in-person or hybrid?

In-person only.

Dates, Location & Format
Where can I find the detailed agenda?

A detailed agenda will be shared with executives attending in person. An agenda-at-a-glance will be available on the TSIA Board Summit website soon.

Dates, Location & Format
Is there a preferred or host hotel?

A TSIA special rate for Board Summit attendees is offered at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center

Travel & Accommodations
How do I book the Board Summit hotel rate?

Book your accommodations via this booking link to secure the TSIA special rate: https://book.passkey.com/gt/220614242?gtid=1b8821b0747d5c4ca89fc55b97369564

Travel & Accommodations
When does the hotel room block close?

The special rate is valid through April 10, 2026

Travel & Accommodations
What airport should I fly into?

San Diego International Airport

Travel & Accommodations
Is ground transportation provided?

Uber and Lyft Services are available at the San Diego International Airport

Travel & Accommodations
Is parking available at the venue?

Self-parking: $45 per day

Valet parking: $65 per day

Travel & Accommodations
How do I confirm my attendance?

You will receive an invitation confirmation via email from boardsummit@tsia.com.

Registration & Attendance
What is included with my registration?

Breakfast and lunch served daily

Full access to keynotes and sessions

Participation in Advisory Board meetings (limited to confirmed Board Members)

Registration & Attendance
Is there a registration deadline?

No, but we encourage you to confirm your participation as soon as possible

Registration & Attendance
May I transfer my registration to another board member or executive?

No, invitations are exclusive to invited guests.

Registration & Attendance
Can I attend only part of the summit?

To maximize your experience, we encourage full participation. Attendance at Advisory Board meetings is mandatory for current Advisory Board members.

Registration & Attendance
Is the Board Summit held under Chatham House Rules?

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Privacy, Media & Confidentiality
What is the photography and recording policy?

Attendees may not record, photograph, transmit, or livestream keynotes, breakout sessions, workshops, table-side conversations, and performances without prior written authorization from TSIA. TSIA disclaims all liability for unauthorized recordings made by other attendees.

TSIA may photograph, audio record, or video record the Event and its participants, including sessions, interviews, and activities. By attending, you grant TSIA a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free right to use your likeness, name, and company in any media now known or later developed for marketing, promotional, archival, and internal purposes, without compensation or further consent. Recordings of mainstage and breakout sessions may be made available through the TSIA Portal, and recordings of workshops or roundtables may be used for internal purposes only.

Privacy, Media & Confidentiality
Will any content or attendee information be shared publicly?

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Privacy, Media & Confidentiality
How is attendee confidentiality protected?

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Privacy, Media & Confidentiality
When and where do I receive my badge?

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On-Site Experience
What is the recommended dress code?

Resort casual

On-Site Experience
Will Wi-Fi be available?

Yes, wi-fi information will be shared on-site

On-Site Experience
Are meals and refreshments provided?

Yes, there will be refreshments available at all times

On-Site Experience
How do I request dietary, special requests, or other accommodations?

Please email us at boardsummit@tsia.com

On-Site Experience
What is the cancellation policy?

Log into your participation confirmation and click ‘Cancel’ or contact boardsumitt@tsia.com by March 31, 2026

Policies
What is the substitution or transfer policy?

Substitutions or transfers are not permitted

Policies
Is there a code of conduct for the summit?

Yes, please review the Code of Conduct at TSIA Events here: https://www.tsia.com/legal/conference-code-of-conduct

Policies
Will materials or presentations be shared post-event?

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Agenda & Sessions
Are sessions recorded?

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Agenda & Sessions
Will there be peer-to-peer discussions?

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Agenda & Sessions
Can I schedule one-on-one meetings with other attendees?  

Yes, via the mobile app

Agenda & Sessions
Can I schedule one-on-one meetings with TSIA leadership?

Contact your MSM

Agenda & Sessions