Media Accreditation

Thank you for your interest in CIX 2011. Please direct all accreditation and/or interview requests to nhatami@achillesmedia.com

Accreditation Requirements
Terms & Conditions
FAQ's

Accreditation Requirements

All members of the media may apply to become accredited to attend CIX 2011. However, space is limited and there are only a limited number of press passes available.

Applicants for media accreditation are asked to follow these guidelines:

1. Submit a brief (50-words max.) bio.
2. Indicate the size of your audience such as the blog or organization’s readership, page views, etc.
3. Outline the topics, people or ideas you are interested in covering.
4. Provide a summary of how you plan to cover the event including a clear description of what kind of coverage you wish to provide during the event.
5. Include contact e-mail, phone number and address in case we need to contact you to clarify anything outlined above.

Send materials requested above to nhatami@achillesmedia.com

Terms & Conditions

Media accreditation for CIX 2011 will be decided based upon the following criteria:

• Fit of publication to CIX 2011 topics and speakers
• Quality of applicant’s personal output and that of his/her media outlet
• Audience reach of media outlet(s)
• Proposed coverage plans that generate maximum exposure for CIX topic

Accreditation will be determined at the discretion of the CIX Marketing Department based on the above criteria. CIX 2011 reserves the right to limit accreditation to applicants who best demonstrate they meet the criteria listed above.

At its own discretion, CIX reserves the right to allow limited, temporary access to members of the media during the event itself. This is designed to allow those who do not have full accreditation to interview speakers or attend seminars so they can cover the event.

If an applicant would like to guarantee access, all members of the media not accredited are welcome to purchase a ticket while they’re still available.

Frequently Asked Questions
 

Registration and accommodation
A few days after your press registration request is accepted, you will receive a personal login and password by email which will allow you to book your hotel online and contact participants through the Online Community which has the contact details of all attending professionals.

How do I obtain press accreditation?
To obtain press accreditation for the show you are required to work as a professional journalist for a relevant publication and comply with our set of criteria. The CIX reserves the right to grant press registration or not depending on these criteria.

How do I pick up my press badge?

• If you are granted accreditation for CIX 2011, you will be sent a registration link enabling you to register for the event online.
• Your press badge must be collected in Toronto at CIX at the Press Registration desk when you arrive at MaRS Discovery District.
• If you have not registered using the link, please be prepared to present current information speaking to your status as a member of the press, including, but not limited to: a recent published article, a notice from the editor and chief of your publication

How long before nextMEDIA 2011 can I obtain press registration?

• You can apply for accreditation at any time before November 26th, 2011. Should you wish to register after that, please contact our PR team at nhatami@achillesmedia.com

What does my press status give me access to during CIX 2011?

• Press registration gives you access to all sessions, awards and social events (unless stipulated "invitation only").
• Press registration gives you access to the designated Press Room at MaRS Discovery District

What are the services that you provide journalists during CIX?

• Accredited journalists have access to the Press Room at MaRS Discovery District which includes an editorial room equipped with PC computers, Internet connections, a printer and the assistance of a permanent staff member.
• Should journalists wish to arrange for pre-event or onsite one-on-one interviews, these will be arranged by the CIX  2011 PR Team at nhatami@achillesmedia.com

How should I be using the .connect tool?

• If you wish to view the delegate list and arrange for meetings via our ‘Email a Delegate’ tool, you may do so by logging in with your email address and you 5-number PIN.
• The Meeting Exchange tool is not to be used to book interviews. This tool is strictly for delegates wishing to meet with Executives for business purposes. If you wish to interview an Executive, contact the CIX 2011 PR Team at nhatami@achillesmedia.com

What do I do if I lose my .connect personal login and password?

• Your username for .connect is the email address you used to register, and the 5-digit pin that was sent to you upon registration.

Can you help me find accommodation?
If you are a registered journalist we can help you find accommodation. We advise that you organize accommodation as early as possible.