A: Networking opportunities at the AIR Forum are designed to help you engage with current colleagues and meet new contacts. Respondents to a previous AIR Forum survey said networking was the #2 reason they attend the conference! 

The Exhibit Hall: AIR's networking hub, provides ample opportunity to meet and mingle with colleagues. An opening reception, breaks, and on-your-own lunch breaks all take place in the Exhibit Hall. Seating, cybercafé stations, and charging ports are available to keep you connected. Build your network of solution experts by visiting our sponsor booths; learn about the latest tools and services for IR and related fields and gain new partners for success. 

Poster, “Ask an Expert,” and Product Demonstration sessions are also located in the Exhibit Hall. 

Conference App: Connect with other attendees, presenters, and sponsors on the AIR Forum conference app! 

• Post to the activity feed and like other attendees' posts. 
• Play the app game to help facilitate conversations with sponsors. 
• Share your feedback by taking surveys and answering poll questions. 

Social Media: Take networking online and interact with fellow attendees through #AIRForum threads. Here are some tips: 

• Include the hashtag #AIRForum in all conference-related posts. 
• Mention the hashtag during other networking opportunities and encourage attendees to live-post their thoughts! 
• Share your social media handles so networking can continue, even after the conference. 
• Connect with AIR on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and AIR Hub. 

Note: A previously offered networking opportunity that is not available this year is AIR pre-arranged Dinner Groups. AIR is unable to pre-arrange any dinner groups this year due to group dining requirements of the local restaurants. Attendees are free to arrange their own groups, but we strongly suggest checking with the intended restaurant in advance. 

A: The Exhibit Hall is the AIR Forum networking hub and product resource center. Considered an essential part of the AIR Forum experience, many exciting events, innovative sessions, and networking opportunities will take place here. This year, the Exhibit Hall is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of conference week. Visit to: 

• Attend the opening reception on Tuesday, May 30; 
• Attend the networking reception on Wednesday, May 31; 
• Learn by attending compelling Poster, “Ask an Expert,” and Product Demonstration sessions;
• Connect with experts and problem-solvers at sponsor booths;
• Discover innovative products/services useful for your work;
• Enjoy the scheduled breaks and activities;
• Recharge your devices at the charging stations;
• Get some work done at the cybercafés; 
• Create lasting memories at the photo booth; 
• Connect with colleagues during the lunch hour;
• And more! 

A: Due to the size and scope of AIR Forum, locations must be booked four to five years in advance. AIR strives to alternate conference destinations around the U.S. to ensure all stakeholders have equal access to conference locations. A typical two-year rotation is East/West (for example, D.C./Denver). AIR Forum hasn’t been to the Midwest in over 10 years! So, this year, we’re taking over beautiful downtown Cleveland, OH for the 2023 AIR Forum, scheduled for May 30 – June 2. 

In addition to considering accessible travel options, we look for destinations that offer adequate meeting space, hotel rooms, safety, and entertainment. Hotel room and meeting space rates are also a key consideration as we strive to keep the overall cost of attending AIR Forum within budget. 

For our stakeholders in California, please know that we closely follow CA AB 1887 to monitor its impact on state employees' ability to attend AIR Forum. Unfortunately, since our locations are typically booked four to five years in advance and with the rapidly changing environment around AB 1887, a location’s relationship with the legislation may change after we’ve already signed a contract. 

A: Parking is more convenient than ever with a direct connection to the 1,200-spot Huntington Park Garage. Conventioneers can comfortably locate our entrance through the enclosed walkway leading to the Hilton Cleveland Downtown and Center connector. For more information, visit the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland website. 

For hotel parking information, visit the hotel website or contact your hotel directly. 

A: The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland and all nearby host hotels are in the heart of downtown Cleveland, giving attendees easy access to all that Cleveland’s vibrant downtown has to offer. The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland website has transportation details and helpful information about downtown dining, entertainment, and more!

A: AIR Forum registration includes access to attend any of the events included at the AIR Forum from Tuesday at 1 p.m. to Friday at noon (U.S. Eastern Time Zone). Events include all sessions, Wednesday breakfast, Friday brunch, Exhibit Hall, receptions & breaks, and keynote speakers. 

Pre-conference education, hotel stays, parking, travel, and meals/meal functions not specified in the general schedule of events as part of the overall program are not included. Two meals are included in your registration fee: breakfast on Wednesday and brunch on Friday. Receptions and breaks are also scheduled during the Exhibit Hall hours and light snacks are provided. 

Registration does not include AIR membership, but AIR members enjoy discounted registration rates. We’ve made it easy to add 12 months of membership to your AIR Forum registration so you can get the discount, too. Find out what it means to be an AIR member here.