FAQs

To deliver a seamless event experience, we'll be using a custom-built virtual event platform that will combine best-in-class, user-friendly apps such as Hopin and Calendly. Get more information here: https://genetherapy-ophthalmology.com/about/virtual-event-what-to-expect/

Yes, there is a virtual Demo Area where each sponsor will have their own "booth" for you to engage with them. In addition, the Demo Area will also include live and pre-recorded videos from our partners

Throughout the live virtual event you are able to connect with all other attendees in numerous ways through the chat function, in our 1-2-1 speed networking session, and in our breakout discussion groups or roundtables

We will have around 2+ hours of networking built into the agenda throughout the day. This consists of various casual and structured networking such as

• A 1-2-1 speed networking session which will randomly match you with other participants in the meeting for short introductions
• Roundtable discussions which are structured around a theme or topic where individuals self-select their participation by interest

In addition to these sessions, you are able to directly message attendees to chat 1-2-1 or group video during the conference through the chat box function

The best experience will be provided on a laptop or desktop using Chrome or Firefox browsers. You can use a mobile device, however some functionalities may be limited because of the screen size. We encourage to use a computer. However, if you opt to use a mobile device, ensure you are on strong Wi-Fi connection, as mobile phone networks are likely not going to have the required internet speed to handle video streaming

Yes. When the event has a round table discussion, it will be setup as a virtual group meeting room. Attendees can also create their own virtual "meeting rooms" as conference calls

If you have any issues accessing the link or using the platform during the day, please email customerservice@hansonwade.com or contact your Event Manager directly via email or through the chat function on the platform. There will also be a virtual help desk to make your experience as smooth as possible!

Some presentations have been pre-recorded as the presentation cannot be given live during the main agenda. However, any speakers who have chosen to do a pre-recorded session will attend and participate in a live Q&A afterwards

If Poster Submissions are included in the agenda you will receive this information from the Event Manager. For more information please contact customerservice@hansonwade.com

Roundtable sessions are breakout discussion sessions. These are grouped by shared interests e.g. a theme, topic area or question. These roundtables will have a dedicated moderator who will set the context and start the discussion, they will also be facilitating conversation and questions throughout the session. Once you've decided which roundtable you'd like to be part of, you can join the session as an active participant of the conversation

On conclusion of the event you will be provided with information on how to access the post-event materials, this includes any recorded sessions we have been given permission to share

On conclusion of the event you will be provided with information on how to access the post-event materials, this includes any presentation slides we have been given permission to share

The delegate list is not available pre or post-event, however, you will be able to communicate with and access all registered delegates through the people tab on the chat function throughout the live event

If you can no longer attend the event, you may cancel your booking up to 14 days prior to the date of the event by notifying us by email at customerservice@hansonwade.com. Upon cancellation you will be entitled to receive a credit for a future event of your choice (up to the value of sums paid by you in respect of the event)

If you can no longer attend the event, you may cancel your booking up to 14 days prior to the date of the event by notifying us by email at customerservice@hansonwade.com. Upon cancellation you will be entitled to receive a credit for a future event of your choice (up to the value of sums paid by you in respect of the event). For more information and our full terms and conditions please visit our website here: https://hansonwade.com/terms-conditions/.

At the end of the event you will be contacted by our Customer Experience team with a short survey. If you would like to give feedback in the meantime, please email customerservice@hansonwade.com

Please email customer.service@hansonwade.com citing the event name and detail your complaint

Some presentations have been pre-recorded as the presentation cannot be given live during the main agenda. However, any speakers who have chosen to do a pre-recorded session will attend and participate in a live Q&A afterwards

If Poster Submissions are included in the agenda you will receive this information from the Event Manager. For more information please contact customerservice@hansonwade.com

Roundtable sessions are breakout discussion sessions. These are grouped by shared interests e.g. a theme, topic area or question. These roundtables will have a dedicated moderator who will set the context and start the discussion, they will also be facilitating conversation and questions throughout the session. Once you've decided which roundtable you'd like to be part of, you can join the session as an active participant of the conversation

All sessions are recorded and we will ask your permission to share your session with attendees. All approved sessions are saved on a password protected file for 3 months post meeting

We will ask your permission to share your presentation with attendees, which will be made available as a PDF at the end of the meeting. If you are planning to present sensitive data you are welcome to share an amended version with our attendees. It would be appreciated if this was provided 3 days post event at the latest. All approved presentations are saved on a password protected file for 3 months post meeting

The delegate list is not available pre or post-event, however, you will be able to communicate with and access all registered delegates through the people tab on the chat function throughout the live event

Please contact your Event Manager or Program Director for more information. Please note that all times and dates are subject to changes, so please be aware of any updates that may be communicated from your Program Director

All presentations are required a week before the meeting. Reminders and deadlines will be sent to you by email by your Event Manager and Program Director

Your speaker pass gives you access to all live-streamed sessions as well as live Q&As, roundtable discussions and networking sessions delivered via Hopin. In addition, everyone who attends the digital meeting will be given exclusive access to post-event materials after the meeting has run

Your speaker pass will only allow you to access the digital meeting platform and cannot be shared with colleagues or anyone else. If more than one member of your team would like to attend, you can take advantage of our speaker or group discounts, for more information please contact customerservice@hansonwade.com

All attendees will receive access to the platform the day before the event, this will be sent to you via email from the Event Manager. For more information, please email customerservice@hansonwade.com