FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Where will TIA 2012: Inside the Network be held?
- What does the floor plan look like?
- What are the dates?
- What time is on-site registration open?
- What time is the Exhibit Floor open?
- What kinds of educational opportunities are there at TIA 2012: Inside the Network?
- How can I submit an application to speak at TIA 2012: Inside the Network?
- How much are accommodations at the Gaylord Texan?
- What are the costs for attending TIA 2012 ?
- If I'm exhibiting, what are shipping instructions?
Q: Where will TIA 2012: Inside the Network be held?
A: At the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, TX, located 10 minutes from the Dallas-Ft. Worth Airport. Address is at 1501 Grapevine Trail. The phone number for the Gaylord Texan is 817-778-2000
Q: What does the floor plan look like?
A: A copy of the TIA 2012: Inside the Network floor plan is available here.
To see an overview of the TIA 2012: Inside the Network schedule, please click here
- Educational Sessions and Specialty Workshops: Tuesday, June 5 – Thursday, June 7, 2012
- Exhibit Hall: Wednesday, June 6 – Thursday, June 7, 2012
- TIA Annual Member Meeting: Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- AT&T Opening Reception: Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
- VIP Dinner: Tuesday, June 5, 2012 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
- Alcatel-Lucent Tour: Wednesday, June 6, 2012 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (shuttle buses depart the Gaylord at 5:30 PM
Q: What time is on-site registration open?
A: On-site registration hours are:
- Monday, June 4 – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday, June 5 – 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday, June 6 – 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday, June 7 – 8:00 – 4:00 PM
Q: What time is the Exhibit Floor open?
A: The Exhibit Floor will be open:
- Tuesday, June 5, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM - AT&T Opening Reception
- Wednesday, June 6, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday, June 7, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Q: What kinds of educational opportunities are there at TIA 2012: Inside the Network?
A: TIA 2012: Inside the Network offers extensive educational sessions, with tracks ranging from M2M and Embedded Mobile, Network Virtualization, Mobile Backhaul, Optical – Roadmap to 100G, to Cyber Security, and much more. To view a complete listing of our educational tracks, please visit our Education Page.
Q: How can I submit an application to speak at TIA 2012: Inside the Network?
A: Sorry, the Call for Speakers is now closed. For additional information, please contact Tim Downs, Content Director, at tdowns@tiaonline.org.
Q: How much are accommodations at the Gaylord Texan?
A: TIA has negotiated a rate of $202/night for a room at the Gaylord Texan. Guests receive Internet connection, complimentary bottled water, access to the Fitness Center and free local and toll-free calls for an additional $15/night Resort fee. Visit the Travel page under ATTEND to reserve individual or group housing. Please note that TIA Standards Committees have access to a limited number of rooms at a special room rate. Your administrator will provide you with additional information.
Q:What are the costs for attending TIA 2012 ?
| Exhibit Hall Only |
Early Bird |
Regular Price After April 16 |
| TIA Member | $ 25 | $ 50 |
| Non-Member | $ 50 | $ 75 |
| Full Conference | ||
| TIA Member (20% discount) | $ 360 | $ 399 |
| Non-member | $ 450 | $ 499 |
| Government | $245 | $ 299 |
| Single Day - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | ||
| TIA Member (20% discount) | $ 155 | $ 199 |
| Non-Member | $ 199 | $ 249 |
Q: If I'm exhibiting, what are shipping instructions?
A:
Shipped Before May 30th:
Exhibiting Company Name/Booth #: TIA SHOW MANAGEMENT
TIA 2012 INSIDE THE NETWORK
C/O Freeman
5130 Cash Rd.
Dallas, TX 75247
Shipped After May 30th:
Exhibiting Company Name/Booth #: TIA SHOW MANAGEMENT
TIA 2012 INSIDE THE NETWORK
C/O Freeman
1501 Gaylord Trail
Grapevine, TX 76051
