FAQ for SMX Advanced Seattle 2013

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SMX Advanced is for experienced search marketers. Sessions are fast-paced, interactive and don’t attempt to explain basic concepts. There will be tracks dedicated to advanced search engine optimization (SEO) and paid search advertising (PPC), mobile search, and a “hardcore” track focusing on social media, analytics and local search.

Advanced is conducted in an intimate setting that promotes delegate interaction. Networking is a principal benefit of attending SMX Advanced.

Workshops are in-depth sessions facilitated by industry experts. All workshops will be conducted Thursday, June 13 at the Bell Harbor. See descriptions of the workshops here.

Click here: http://searchmarketingexpo.com/advanced/register

Or call us on (877) 242-5242. Our business hours are 9am to 5pm ET, Monday to Friday.

Click here to see all of the SMX pass options and what you get.

Space is limited – so the last day for registration will be when we meet the limit. SMX Advanced has sold out in each and every year it’s been held. We recommend you register early to secure your pass and hotel accommodations. Hotels fill up quickly as well.

Absolutely! Bring as many colleagues as you’d like! In fact we’ve implemented three group ticketing packages at substantial discounts to help you:

Payment is required to complete your registration.

The following forms of payment are accepted: American Express, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Diners Club and PayPal.

Checks and wire transfers are also accepted. Make checks out to:

Call us at (877) 242-5242 for wire transfers. Our business hours are 9am to 5pm ET, Monday to Friday.

You may cancel your attendance by notifying our registration department by fax at (203) 702-5389 or email registration[at]searchmarketingexpo.com before April 30, 2013. Your registration will be refunded less a $100 processing fee. Cancellations on or after April 30, 2013 are non-refundable.

You may transfer your registration to another person in your company at any time by notifying registration@searchmarketingexpo.com. Reselling SMX registrations is not permitted.

During the registration process, you will have the opportunity to secure your accommodations at a special negotiated rate at the Edgewater Hotel and Seattle Marriott Waterfront. You may also book your room by calling (877) 242-5242..

No. But both The Edgewater and Marriott are short walks from the Bell Harbor.

Business casual is recommended.

On average, it rains only 1 of 3 days in June, which is very good for Seattle! But it can still be rainy and damp. Average high is 70 and low is in the 50s.

Please contact us via email at registration@searchmarketingexpo.com or call us at (877) 242-5242 from 9am to 5pm ET, Monday-Friday. You may also visit our website at http://smxadvanced.com.

SMX Advanced is programmed by the editors of Search Engine Land, the blog search marketers trust to deliver decision-informing news and thought-provoking analysis. Content development is lead by Search Engine Land founding editor Danny Sullivan and Conference Chair and VP of Event Editorial Chris Sherman.

SMX is produced by Danny Sullivan, Chris Sherman and the entire Search Engine Land.com editorial team.

Third Door Media is the parent company of Search Marketing Expo, SearchEngineLand.com, DigialMarketingDepot.com and MarketingLand.com.

The closest garage is the Art Institute/Bell Street garage, which is connected to the Bell Harbor via the sky bridge that crosses Alaskan Way.

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Bus
Metro transit offers many bus routes to take you within walking distance of Bell Harbor. The Waterfront Streetcar Line Bus MT 99 stops at Alaskan Way & Clay, two blocks north of Bell Harbor International Conference Center. Additionally, six buses service the 1st Avenue & Lenora Street stop, where there is a simple walk down the stairs or elevator ride to Alaskan Way, one block away where Lenora dead ends at the bottom of the hill. Once down the stairs or elevator, walk two blocks to the right to Bell Harbor.

For detailed Metro bus routes and information, go to: Metro Transit Online or call (206) 553-3000.

The Light Rail
Closest stations: Westlake Station (4th and Pine), University Street Station (3rd and University).

For detailed information, go to: http://www.soundtransit.org/Rider-Guide/Link-light-rail.xml

Bag Check
Baggage check will be available on Wednesday, June 12 from 8am to 4:30pm, location to be announced.

Also, both the Marriott and the Edgewater offer baggage check at their front desks.