When and where will the 2024 Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference be held?

When:

October 23 - 24, 2024

Where:

Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601

What time does the show start?

New for 2024!  Both registration and the sessions will start earlier than in previous years. Registration will open on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 10:00 AM with the first of the sessions beginning at 11:00 AM.

What are the exhibit hall hours?

The exhibit hall hours are:

Wednesday, October 23 - 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Thursday, October 24 - 7:30 AM - 4:15 PM

When/Where do I receive my badge and show materials?

Registration credentials can be picked up on-site at the Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference registration desk located in the Regency Ballroom Foyer on the Ballroom Level (West Tower) of the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

Who attends the show?

Click here to review the attendee demographics for the 2024 Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference.

Is there a Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference app?

Yes! The event app is run through Cvent and is available for PC, Apple and Android and information on how to download it will be available soon.

How can I see a list of who is attending?

You can view a list of attendees within the conference event app. The app will allow you to message attendees within the platform. The app will be available closer to the start of the event.

Is there a dress code?

Business casual attire is appropriate for the event. We recommend you carry a light jacket or sweater for the air-conditioned meeting space and exhibit hall.

How do I get a media pass to the event?

To apply for a media pass for Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference, please email us as conference@gie.net.

Who is the organizer of the show?

Recycling Today Media Group
The organizer of the Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference is the Recycling Today Media Group. The Recycling Today Media Group publishes Recycling Today, Construction & Demolition Recycling and Waste Today magazines. Visit the website at www.RecyclingToday.com. The Recycling Today Media Group is a division of GIE Media, a Cleveland, Ohio-based business-to-business producer of magazines, conferences, websites and directories.

How can I become an exhibitor?

Information on how to become an exhibitor can be found by clicking here.

How do I register for the show?

To register for the conference, click here. If you have any questions while you register, please contact us at conference@gie.net.

What is the cost to attend the show?

For complete pricing click here.

What is the different between the PPRC+ Pass, the PPRC Pass, the One Day Only Pass, and the Expo Only Pass?

PPRC+ Pass – This pass includes access to networking event functions, the exhibit hall, educational sessions, and the entire MRF Operations Forum event held on October 21-22, 2024.

PPRC Only Pass – This pass includes access to all networking functions, the exhibit hall, and all general educational sessions affiliated with the Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference.

One Day Pass – This pass includes access to all networking functions, all general educational sessions, and access the exhibit hall for a single day of the Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference.

Expo Only Pass – This pass includes access to all networking functions and access the exhibit hall during the Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference.

What meal functions are included with registration?

Planned meal functions include lunch on Wednesday and Thursday, receptions on Wednesday and Thursday, breakfast on Thursday and networking breaks both Wednesday and Thursday.  One Day Only pass types will receive meals for the one day they are registered to attend.

Are there any pricing discounts available?

Yes, we are offering registration discounts to anyone that registers in a group of 3 or more as well as our early registration pricing discounts that can be seen on our pricing page here.

If you are an ReMA member, please contact membership@recycledmaterials.org to see if there are any member discounts available to this show.

Is there a group discount?

Yes, attendees registering in a group of 3 or more will receive a 10% discount on their total purchase. To qualify for the group rate, groups must register at the same time. Discount cannot be retroactively applied.

Is there a pricing difference depending on when I register?

Yes, registrations are subject to discounted early pricing. To view our discounts and deadlines, please click here.

Can I attend the event virtually?

No, the Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference is a solely in-person event. No virtual event options are being offered at this time.

Do you accept on-site registrations?

Yes. On-site registrations are accepted on a space available basis.

What forms of payment do you accept for the conference fee?

GIE Media accepts VISA, MasterCard, and American Express credit cards. Checks, wire transfers and money orders (made payable to GIE Media, Inc.) are also accepted but must be sent prior to the start of the conference. For information on where to send checks and wire transfers, please email us at conference@gie.net. Please do not send cash with mail-in registrations, cash will only be accepted on-site for registration payment. Checks must be drawn in U.S. dollars and from a U.S. bank.

What is included with my registration fee?

Each registration package includes access to different elements of the conference. To view what is included with each pass type, please click here.

Am I able to change/upgrade my registration pass?

Yes, you are able to upgrade your registration pass at any time. The cost to upgrade will be the rate difference between the pass type you registered for and the one you are looking to upgrade to at the time you registered. To upgrade your pass, contact show management at conference@gie.net.

Does the registration fee include travel/hotel costs for the conference?

All travel costs including air and hotel accommodations are the responsibility of the attendee. Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference has secured a block of rooms at the conference rate at the host hotel. Rooms in the conference room block are reserved for conference attendees. Detailed hotel information including a link and instructions to book your reservation at the host hotel are included in the registration confirmation.

How will I know that my registration has been received?

After completing registration, you will be routed to a confirmation page that will allow you to add the event to your calendar, print a receipt, edit your registration, as well as view a map and directions. In addition, you will receive a confirmation email with your registration information.

What do I do if I have registered but haven't received my confirmation email?

First, please ensure that the email conference@gie.net is whitelisted in your email server. The registration confirmation will be coming from Show Management from conference@gie.net and will be titled "Registration Confirmed - Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference". Additionally, please keep an eye on your spam/junk folder in the event that the confirmation email was caught in your spam filter by mistake. If you still have not received it, please email us at conference@gie.net and we will re-send your confirmation email.

My registration timed out; do I have to re-enter all my information?

The system will save all the information you have previously entered, you will just need to log back into the registration system to complete your registration. To log into the system, click here and enter your First/Last Name and Email address and it will autofill the rest of the information that you previously entered.

What is the cancellation policy?

All cancellations must be made in writing and e-mailed to conference@gie.net. Voicemails will not be accepted. A full refund minus a 10% administrative fee will be issued if the cancellation is received by October 2, 2024. No refunds will be issued after October 2, 2024, or for no-shows. If you cancel your conference registration, your hotel room will no longer qualify for the group rate and may also be cancelled if booked at the host hotel. Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference reserves the right to cancel a program due to insufficient registration or instructor emergency. Attendees can notify the show at any time that another individual will attend the conference in his or her place. Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference also reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event. A full refund of registration fees will be issued only if this occurs.

If I can’t attend, can I transfer my registration to someone else?

Attendees can notify the show at any time that another individual will attend the conference in their place.

What is the refund policy?

A full refund minus a 10% administrative fee will be issued if the cancellation is received by October 2, 2024. No refunds will be issued after October 2, 2024, or for no-shows. Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference reserves the right to cancel a program due to insufficient registration or instructor emergency. Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference also reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event. A full refund of registration fees will be issued only if this occurs.

Is there a discounted room rate available at the host hotel?

Yes, we have contracted a discounted room rate at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. For more information on the discounted group room block please click here.

How do I make reservations at the host hotel?

A block of discounted rooms is available at the Hyatt Regency Chicago to event attendees at special group rates of either $289.00 per night plus tax for a single/double occupancy until September 30, 2024, or until the room block is full.

Attendees must be registered in order to book a room at the host hotel. Information on how to book your room at the discounted group rate can be found in your registration confirmation.

How do I cancel my hotel reservation?

Please access your reservation confirmation for instructions on how to cancel your reservation.

Is there an airport shuttle to the host hotel?

No, there is not a designated airport shuttle to and from the Hyatt Regency Chicago. For information on transportation to and from the host hotel, please click here.

Where can I find information about things to do in Chicago?

You can find a list of Chicago attractions list by going to the hotel website or by clicking here.

Where can I view the educational sessions for Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference?

Click here to view the schedule of events for Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference.

Who is the keynote speaker at Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference?

Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference keynote speaker has not yet been announced. Please check back for more information.

Who are the other presenters/speakers at the show?

The presenters represent a diverse cross section of professionals, including top management from leading organizations in North America. Click here to view our full speaker lineup.

Will speaker presentations be available after the event?

Presentations that we have been given permission to release will be available post-show through a PDF file. These presentations will be sent out to registered conference attendees in a link 5 to 10 business days following the last day of the conference.

Are the sessions being recorded?

The educational sessions for the Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference are not being recorded.

How do I apply to be a speaker?

To apply to be a speaker at Paper & Plastics Recycling Conference please fill out our Speaker Application by clicking here.