Thank you to everyone who attended Symposium 2025!
Stay Tuned for the Full #ExperienceAFCPE2026 Schedule!
In-Person Attendee Hub
We can't wait to see you in the U.S. Capitol!
Everything you need to know before you go!
Click below to read all the FAQs for our in person attendees and watch the Attendee Platform Walkthrough Video (COMING SOON).
Putting your safety first!
When traveling to any location always know the best ways to stay safe and enjoy your trip!
View the Safety Tips for Exploring Outdoors →
There are a number of important things you can do to keep yourself and our community safe:
- Travel together; there is safety in numbers
- Be vigilant of your surroundings and stay alert at all times
- When using rideshare services, be vigilant, be aware, and follow their safety recommendations, including double checking the license plates of vehicles you enter
- Make a plan in advance of traveling to various destinations
- Do not leave valuables out in plain sight
- Walk in well lit areas and avoid dark locations
- Don’t linger after businesses close for the night
- Be respectful of the surrounding communities
Reserve your Hotel Room
Need a roommate? Looking to share a ride?
Want to cut down on costs? Post in the AFCPE Member Exchange to connect with other members attending Symposium.
Airport & Transportation
When scheduling your travel, check out the airport options for the Washington D.C. Metro area. Reagan Washington (DCA) Airport is 14 miles away from the Symposium Hotel.
Need a ride from the airport to the AFCPE Symposium (5701 Marinelli Rd, Rockville, MD 20852)? We will be providing transportation information soon. Stay tuned!
Driving to the Washington D.C. Metro airport? We will provide information on this soon.
AFCPE Dinner Meet-Up
Looking to meet up with other AFCPE Symposium attendees for dinner on Tuesday, November 17th? Check back and we will have a table at a few restaurants reserved under “AFCPE”.
Have Extra time and want to explore the Washington D.C. Metro area?
Stay tuned as we update this section with the fun and exciting things to do in Washington D.C.
Virtual Package Attendee Hub
Everything you need to know before you go....virtual!
Click below to read all the FAQs for our virtual attendees and watch the Attendee Platform Walkthrough Video!
Preparing your Tech
Make sure your devices are ready for this year’s virtual Symposium! Make sure to check out the technical recommendations below.
Virtual Symposium Package
You can soon access this year’s event through XCD via the mobile app and desktop.
- Virtual Symposium platform
- Access to live stream of general sessions
- Engage via chat with other virtual and in-person attendees
- View OnDemand content (Posters & OnDemand Sessions)
- Access to Exhibitor Directory and resources
Check out the schedule at a glance for this year’s Symposium.
Cancellation Policy
While our hope is you’re able to join us, we understand plans change. Below is the cancellation policy language included in your registration.
Cancellation Policy (Except Scholarship Registrations): Registrations canceled prior to September 30, 2025, will be refunded in full*. *For registrations paid by credit card: Full refund will be made, minus a $25 cancellation fee. Due to Symposium content being available until May 2026, any cancellation requests received after September 30, 2025, will NOT be honored. ***Please note that submitting your online registration information obligates you to pay for registration. All cancellation requests must be submitted to AFCPE® in written form via email, to events@afcpe.org. *EXHIBITOR Registration Fee is Non-Refundable
In Person attendees may opt to switch to a Virtual attendee with no additional fees. Virtual attendees have access to the same content and CEU opportunities. Email events@afcpe.org to update your registration.
Looking forward to seeing you next year for #ExperienceAFCPE2026
Questions? Email events@afcpe.org
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