Skip to content
Venue/Travel

FAQs

Registration

Why didn't I receive any tickets with my badge?
The tickets and/or products you purchased with your registration are encoded onto your badge. Please wear this badge to all Turbo Expo related events.

Registration Questions:
Refer to the registration desk onsite.

Do you have a list of registrants?
ASME does not share attendee lists.

Can I attend the Keynote Session?
The keynote session is open to all Turbo Expo badged registrants.

Can I pay cash onsite for the registration fees?
Yes. Payment must be made in USD.

Will I receive a receipt on site for the fees paid?
There is a registration receipt station in registration.

Can I visit the exposition?
Exposition entry is included for all attendees with a technical conference badge or an exhibitor badge.

To purchase a badge on-site, visit the Registration Desk.

I lost my badge. What should I do?
Go to the registration counter and ask for another badge to be printed. Registrants must provide a proper ID.

Technical Program & Awards

Session and Schedule Details:
See complete session details in the Final Program or on the Conference App.

Am I supposed to get a CD-ROM/DVD of Conference Papers?
No, there is no CD or DVD for the Conference. Conference papers are available online.

Where/when is my committee meeting?
Refer to the Final Program, the Conference App, or the website for the schedule.

What audiovisual equipment is in the meeting rooms?
Each room will have a laptop and microphone, and laser pointer. Authors must have their presentation on a flash drive.

Do I have to upload my presentation onto a central network before my session?
No. Presenters (authors, panelists, lecturers, tutorial instructors) should plan to use their flash drive presentations only on the laptop in the session room in which they will be presenting. Please arrive 15 to 30 minutes prior to your session to prepare your presentation.

Where do I pick up the Best Paper Awards for my committee?
Committee awards are picked up by the designated leader at the Information Desk in Registration.

Best paper award winners should attend their technical committee meeting to receive their award.

Exposition

Can I take pictures in the exhibit hall?
If you are an exhibitor, you may take pictures of your own booth. Otherwise, there is no photography allowed in the hall without the permission of the exhibitor.

Where is my booth?
Refer to the Exhibit Directory in the Final Program.

When is the Expo open?
Exhibit Hall Hours are Tuesday and Wednesday from 12pm-6:30pm and Thursday from 10am-2:30pm.

Where are the Priority meetings for Turbo Expo 2025 exhibit space?
IGTI Exhibit Sales Office in the exhibit hall.

Where is the exhibitor service contractor desk?
GES is available in the exhibit hall.

City & Venue

Is there parking at the Renasant Convention Center?
To reach the Parking Garage for the Renasant Convention Center/Cannon Center: Navigate to 266 N. Front St. All attendees can reserve parking in advance here. There are also pay machine kiosks located on Levels P1, P2 and P3 in the Renasant/Cannon garage, but you may encounter lines to make payment on major event days.

Is there a shuttle service between the Renasant Convention Center and my hotel?
No. However, depending on which hotel you booked, the Renasant Convention Center is a short walk away.

Is there any Wi-Fi access at the Renasant Convention Center?
There is complimentary Wi-Fi at the Renasant Convention Center.
Network: Convention WIFI. Password: [enter email to access free Wi-Fi]

Is there a bank or ATM close by?
The ATM is located on L1 right behind the Front Desk.

Where can I purchase coffee or lunch?
There are scheduled coffee/tea breaks each morning and afternoon of the Conference. Lunch is included with all technical conference badges as well as exhibitor badges. There are also plenty of dining and drink options close to the convention center and Cannon Center. View a list here.

Where is the nearest mini market?
There are several options nearby. They include:

  • Walgreens (2 N Main St)
  • City Market (66 2 Main St.)
  • Family Market (533 N Fifth St)
  • Cordelia's Market (737 Harbor Bend Rd)
  • South Point Grocery (136 Webster Ave)
  • Second Street Shoppers (99 S 2nd B)
  • DGX (113 S Main St. Ste. 101)
  • Shell Gas Station (464 N Main St.)
  • Sandra's Sundries (77 Adams Ave)

What is a good resource for information on the city?
You can visit the Memphis Tourism website for this information.

Attendee Services

Where are the first aid services?
For first aid assistance, contact an IGTI staff person or a security officer.

Is there a coat check/luggage check service available?
There is a complimentary luggage check available to conference attendees located in the registration area. No coat check service available.
Please visit the registration desk for assistance.

Is there a dedicated space for nursing mothers?
Yes. The Mother's Room is located next to the Lower Level Boardroom.

Is there a dedicated space for prayer?
Yes. The prayer room is on the lower level, across from LL7.

How do I become a member of ASME?
Visit this link.

Will I be issued a PDH certificate?
Technical Conference delegates will receive an email by August with a certificate of their attendance (Professional Development Hours).

How do I get involved in an IGTI Committee?
If you are interested in getting involved with an IGTI Committee, attend the Technical Committee Meeting of your choice. IGTI Committee meetings are open to all. The Technical Committee Meeting Schedule can be found in the Final Program, the Conference App, and the website.