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IDC Conference

Fund Directors Workshop

JW Marriott Washington, DC

April 29-1, 2026
WashingtonDC
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Event Overview

Program
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FAQs
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FAQs

Registration


1. How can I cancel my registration?

To cancel your registration for a refund (minus a $250 administration fee):

  1. Go to the conference registration website and select already registered.
  2. On the next page, enter the email address you used to register and your registration confirmation number, then click OK. 
    If you do not know your confirmation number, click forgot your confirmation number? and your confirmation number will be immediately emailed to you.
  3. On the next page, select cancel registration.

If you need additional assistance, please contact ICI's Conference Division.

2. What is the registration cancellation policy?

Cancellations received by April 20 are subject to a $250 administrative fee. After April 20, we regret that no registration fees can be refunded. If you are unable to attend, a colleague can attend in your place and the administrative fee will not be charged. Cancellations and substitutions can be made online through your registration confirmation (see FAQs 1 and 3 for more information). For cancellations due to health-related concerns, please contact us at conferences@ici.org.

3. Can I transfer my registration to a colleague?
  1. Go to the conference website and select already registered.
  2. On the next page, enter the email address you used to register and your registration confirmation number, then click log in.
    If you do not know your confirmation number, click forgot your confirmation number? and your confirmation number will be immediately emailed to you.
  3. On the next page, click transfer registration.
  4. Enter the required fields for the person substituting for you. Click next.
  5. A pop-up box will appear. Confirm that the substitute’s information is correct and click confirm.
  6. Click modify registration to update the personal information such as title, company, sponsorship email opt-in, etc.
  7. A confirmation email will be sent to the substitute.

If you need additional assistance, please contact ICI's Conference Division.

4. Is there a deadline to register?

Registrations will be accepted throughout the registration period, including on-site at the conference.

5. How do I determine if I am eligible to register at the ICI member registration rate?

The “registration type” on your attendee registration should reflect your firm’s membership status at the Investment Company Institute.

ICI member firms consist of SEC-registered fund companies, their investment advisers, and principal underwriters, who purchase and distribute fund shares directly or through financial intermediaries. Employees of ICI member firms should always choose the member rate.

Law firms and accounting firms are not eligible for ICI membership.

If you are uncertain of your firm’s membership status, please check the membership listing to avoid any possible invoices and registration cancellations. 

6. Is this conference open to the media? 

Select sessions will be open to members of the media and will be noted as such in the program. Media registration is available here. Please contact media@ici.org with any questions.

7. How do I pick up my name badge on site? 

Badges can be picked up at the conference registration desk located in the ballroom foyer.

8. Where is the on-site registration desk located, and what are the registration hours?

ICI’s registration desk will be located in the ballroom foyer. It will remain open during all conference hours.

9. Can I get a receipt for my registration payment?

Yes. Your confirmation email contains the financial record of your conference registration payment. If you misplaced your confirmation email or need another copy, please follow these steps:

  1. Go to the conference website and select already registered.
  2. On the next page, enter the email address you used to register and your registration confirmation number, then click log in.
    If you do not know your confirmation number, click forgot your confirmation number? and your confirmation number will be immediately emailed to you.
  3. On the next page, select print invoice/receipt.

If you need additional assistance, please contact ICI's Conference Division.

10. How do I pay by check?

Registration with check payment is available online. For payment, select check as your payment method. 

Make checks payable to the Investment Company Institute.

By Mail:
Investment Company Institute 
P.O. Box 23543 
New York, NY 10087-3543

By Overnight Service:
JPMorgan Chase – Lockbox Processing
Attn: Investment Company Institute & 23543
4 Chase Metrotech Center 7th floor 
East Brooklyn, NY 11245

Check or money order payments are due five days before the start of the conference. If payment is not received before the start of the conference, your registration will be cancelled.

11. How do I receive updates about this conference?

Please contact ICI’s Conference Division with your name, company name, and email address.

12. Can I bring a guest?

No, there is not a guest registration option.

Hotel


13. How can I make a hotel reservation?

Hotel reservations may be made here. Reserve by March 31 for the conference rate.

14. Is parking available at the hotel? 

Yes. Valet parking only is available at a daily fee of $72. For more information on hotel parking, please visit the hotel website.

15. Which airports are closest to the conference hotel?

For information on nearby airports, please visit the hotel website. Airport information is located at the bottom of the hotel web page. 

Logistics


16. How can I edit my session selections?
  1. Go to the 2026 Leadership Summit Attendee Hub page.
  2. Enter your first name, last name and email address. You will receive a verification code to your email and mobile number on file, if provided.
  3. On the homepage, click the Build my schedule button. Add a session to your schedule by using the Add button.

All general sessions will already be included in your schedule.

17. I have dietary restrictions or other special dietary needs. How do I let the conference organizer know?

Please provide any dietary restrictions or special needs during your conference registration. If you would like to modify this information, simply click modify registration on your registration confirmation email to access and edit your information. Please note that dietary requests need to be made at least 10 days prior to your arrival.

18. How do I receive information about sponsor and affiliate events?

Please opt in to share your email address to sponsors and affiliate groups during your conference registration. If you would like to modify this information, you will need to update your information online.

  1. Go to the conference registration website and select already registered.
  2. On the next page, enter the email address you used to register and your registration confirmation number, then click log in.
    If you do not know your confirmation number, click forgot your confirmation number? and your confirmation number will be immediately emailed to you.
  3. On the next page, click modify registration. You will be able to update your preference under email address opt in.
19. Are CLE and CPE credits available?

ICI will be using a new process for tracking attendance and reporting CPE credit via an online portal. More information on the procedures will be provided in advance of the conference. Late arrivals, early departures, and taking extended breaks may result in not receiving full credit. CPE certificates will be emailed to you four to six weeks after the conference.

CLE credit is not available for this program.

If you have any questions regarding administrative policies or CPE credit, please contact ICI at 202-218-3575 or CPE@ici.org.

20. Does this conference offer sponsorship opportunities?

Yes. Registration for sponsorship opportunities is now open, and opportunities are available, on a first-come, first-served basis. To view a list of current available opportunities, costs, and benefits, visit our sponsorship page.

21. How can I suggest a speaker?

If you have suggestions for conference speakers, please contact ICI’s Conference Division including the speaker’s biography with your request. 

22. Is there a dress code?

Yes. The dress code is business casual.

23. Is Wi-Fi available onsite?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available to attendees in all ICI meeting spaces. The network name and password will be available onsite. Wi-Fi in the hotel guest rooms is subject to hotel pricing and packages and is the responsibility of each guest. 

24. Is there a mobile app for the conference?

Yes. The mobile app will enable you to view speaker information, schedule details, attendee lists, participate in live Q&A, and download materials. More information about how to download and access the mobile app will be available before the conference. 

25. Where can I access the attendee list?

You may view the conference attendee list before the conference by accessing your registration online. 

  1. Go to the 2026 Leadership Summit Attendee Hub page.
  2. Enter your first name, last name and email address. You will receive a verification code to your email and mobile number on file, if provided.
  3. On the next page, select Attendees from the top menu.

If you need additional assistance, please contact ICI's Conference Division.

26. Where can I access the conference materials?

Materials, if any, will be available for you to review during and after the conference on the 2026 Leadership Summit Attendee Hub page and mobile app. If you have any questions, please contact ICI’s Conference Division.

27. I received a text message regarding the 2026 Leadership Summit. Is this a legitimate communication?

Yes, ICI will use a third-party partner, 42Chat, to send event communications via text message from our virtual concierge, FIN, using the mobile number provided during registration. Click here for 42Chat’s privacy policy.

If you no longer wish to receive notifications, you may reply stop or opt-out via text message or sending an email stating your request to conferences@ici.org.

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