Q: Is there an attendee app?

A: Yes. Once you register, please download the Accelevents Attendee App in the App Store. Use the email associated with your ticket to create an account and you will have access to the UWM LIVE! event. This will allow networking, a map of the venue, the agenda, speaker information, exhibitor information and push notifications.

Q: What is the schedule for the event?

A: The event will be Wednesday, May 13 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Thursday, May 14 from 8:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Q: Does each person need to be registered?

A: Yes. To gain access to the event, each attendee will need to pre-register under their own name. If you are not pre-registered, guests will need to go to Will Call on the day of the event.

Q: Do I need to register for the Welcome Reception?

A: Registration for the main event Thursday will get you into the Welcome Reception Wednesday. You can confirm your attendance at the Welcome Reception when filling out your registration.

Q: Can I go out to my car or leave the event and go back to the hotel during the day?

A: You are encouraged to stay for the duration of the event to avoid any difficulties returning to the venue.

Q: Does attending Wednesday get me into the event faster on Thursday?

A: Yes. People who attend the Welcome Reception on Wednesday and have their badge on Thursday will not have to go through the registration line.

Q: Who will be attending the event?

A: The event will include broker owners, LO’s, processors, real estate agents and other industry experts, as well as UWM team members and executive leaders. UWM is also inviting exclusive vendors to attend and exhibit.

Q: What is the cost to attend the event?

A: Registration for UWM LIVE! is free. Attendees are responsible for booking their flights and hotels for the trip.

Q: I can’t attend in person. Will the event be streamed anywhere virtually?

A: UWM LIVE! is an in-person event and will not be streamed during the event.

Q: Is there assigned seating in the sessions?

A: No.

Q: Am I allowed to save seats?

A: No. Leaving your belongings in any session area is at your own risk. UWM is not responsible for attendees’ belongings.

Q: Is there appropriate seating for individuals with medical conditions?

A: If you have specific concerns regarding this, please reach out to [email protected].

Q: What items are not allowed inside?

A: We are a drug, tobacco, weapon and alcohol-free campus (with the exception of alcoholic beverages being provided at the event). Small bags such as laptop bags or purses are permitted — all larger items are subject to inspection. All guests will need to enter through a metal detection screening.

Q: Can I bring food and drinks for snacks?

A: Yes.

Q: What is the attire for the event?

A: Business casual. Guests should try to avoid wearing heels — the event will be on artificial turf potentially making it difficult to walk in heels.

Q: Is there an ATM available?

A: There are no-fee ATMs on campus, but not in the Sports Complex. If you are having trouble finding an ATM, reach out to your account executive to help you.

Q: Does attending count toward continuing education (CE) credits?

A: No.

Q: What happens if I lose my badge?

A: Please go to Will Call to receive a new badge.

Q: What’s the expected weather?

A: Please search Pontiac, MI, in your preferred weather app.

Q: Do I need to attend all the sessions?

A: It is highly encouraged to attend all the sessions.

Q: Do you have a map of the event?

A: Maps will be available throughout the facility as well as in the welcome packet and Accelevents Attendee App.

Q: Will there be Wi-Fi available?

A: Yes, all attendees will have access to Wi-Fi. The password will be provided at the event.

Q: Where do I park?

A: Parking is available here. We will have guest parking in designated parking lots on UWM’s campus. There is NO parking available in the front parking lot of the Sports Complex. That is designated for rideshare and shuttles. Please follow parking signage on the day of the event. We recommend guests staying at the hotels with shuttle transportation (The Auburn Hills Marriott and the Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Pontiac/Auburn) to utilize them — they will drop off near the main entrance. The shuttles will also be available back to the hotels at the conclusion of both days.

Q: Where does the shuttle pick up?

A: Shuttle transportation from the hotels (The Auburn Hills Marriott, the Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Pontiac/Auburn and the Kingsley) will be outside the main lobby and is available Wednesday and Thursday. If you park on-site, we will have shuttle transportation from the Orange lot where there will be additional guest parking and designated pick-up areas.

Q: Can I go back to my hotel during the day if I forget something?

A: Yes. However, the shuttles will not be available throughout the day. You will need to arrange separate transportation.