Enter a New Dimension at the FME Worldwide User Conference
Missed the 2008 FME Worldwide User Conference? You can still catch part of the action in our wrap-up blog posting. Be sure to click the link to the technical presentation slides which we've made available online. Enjoy!
We invite you to join us in beautiful Vancouver, BC, Canada for the FME Worldwide User Conference on March 6-7, 2008. As we explore the theme, "New Dimensions in Spatial ETL", you’ll learn more about new developments in the industry and in FME, including 3D geometries and spatial data federation.
Attend this conference to gain valuable insights, enhance your FME skills, receive expert technical help, and network with other industry professionals.
- Conference Highlights, Agendas & Abstracts
- Optional Pre-conference Sessions
- Conference Pricing
- Conference Location
- Accommodations
- Optional Whister Ski Packages
- 2006 FME Worldwide User Conference
Conference Highlights, Agendas and Abstracts
We're planning an agenda packed with both informative and entertaining events. Here are some of the highlights:
- Keynote presentation by Peter Batty, a renowned GIS visionary who has served as CTO of both Intergraph and Smallworld
- Technical sessions (PDF) that include practical insights from FME users and "how-to" presentations by Safe Software partners
- A new "hands-on" track with workshops designed to accelerate your FME skills and expertise
- Personal consultations with our "FME Doctors" who can help you diagnose your data processing problems and suggest remedies
- Birds of a feather networking sessions where you can join other FME users from around the world to discuss topics of common interest
View the NEW Conference Agenda (PDF).
Review abstracts for the 28 breakout sessions (PDF).
Read about the 3 hands-on workshops being added to this year's conference (PDF).
Optional Pre-conference Sessions
2-Day FME Training (March 3-4, 2008)
Take this two-day FME Training course to update your skills and get an overview of the latest functionality.
1-Day FME Advanced Training (March 5, 2008)
Take your FME expertise to a new level by attending this one-day FME Advanced Training course. Seating is limited.
(Please note: The 2-day FME Training Course is a pre-requisite for the Advanced FME Training Course. All registrants must have completed this course before Advanced FME Training can be taken).
Conference Pricing
| Fees | User Conference |
FME Training |
Advanced FME Training |
Package | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early Bird | $500 | $250 | $125 | $875 | Jan 24, 2008 |
| Standard | $750 | $1000 | $500 | $2250 | Feb. 29, 2008 |
If you are an FME Reseller, please go to the Reseller Information page.
Conference Location
Simon Fraser University
Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue
580 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC, V6B 5K3
Canada
Accommodations
Conference attendees can enjoy exclusive discounted rates at the Delta Vancouver Suites, located at the FME Worldwide User Conference location.
Delta Vancouver Suites
550 West Hastings Street,
Vancouver, B.C.
Phone: 604-689-8188
Fax: 604-899-3001
www.deltahotels.com
| Room Type | Single | Double | Extra Person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Suite | $169.00 | $169.00 | +$25.00 | |
| Premier Suite | $184.00 | $184.00 | +$25.00 | |
| Deluxe Suite | $199.00 | $199.00 | +$25.00 | |
| Signature Club Suite | $224.00 | $224.00 | +$25.00 | |
Note: The above rates are valid until February 5, 2008 and are applicable for stays between March 5-10, 2008 only. All prices are quoted in Canadian dollars.
To reserve your accommodations:
- Call Delta Vancouver Suites Reservation Desk at 604-689-8188 or
1-888-663-8811 - Complete the Delta Hotel Reservation Form (PDF) and email to
vancouversuites@deltahotels.com - Call the Delta Hotels Central Reservations office at 1-800-268-1133
Note: Be sure to mention “FME Worldwide User Conference” to receive
the exclusive rates reserved for conference attendees.
Other near-by accommodations:
|
645 Howe Street, Vancouver |
435 West Pender Street, Vancouver |
Marriott Vancouver Pinnacle Downtown 1128 West Hastings Street,Vancouver |
For more information on Vancouver, including where to dine and places to visit during your stay, check out the Tourism Vancouver website or download the Guide to Vancouver (PDF) from Trip Advisor.com.
Optional Whistler Ski Packages
To help you make the most out of your visit to Vancouver, we’ve arranged several Whistler/Blackcomb ski packages at a special rate. Visit the Tourism Whistler website for more information about Whistler and suggestions on things to do and where to dine during your visit.
Option 1 - $699
Includes return transfers from Vancouver to Whistler with Greyhound for two people
Two nights in a queen room at the Holiday Inn Sunspree
***Add two 1 day lift tickets for Whistler / Blackcomb - $164
Option 2 - $1099
Includes two day SUV rental with Thrifty (insurance not included)
Two 1 day lift tickets for Whistler / Blackcomb
Two nights in a queen room at the Whistler Village Inn & Suites or at the Delta Whistler Village Suites
***Upgrade to the Summit Lodge for $100
Option 3 - $1999
Includes one way limousine transfer with Star Limousine
Return to airport with Perimeter Shuttle
Two 2 day lift tickets for Whistler / Blackcomb
Two nights in a queen room at The Four Seasons
Note: The above rates are valid for travel between March 8–10, 2008 only and are based on double occupancy. All prices are quoted in Canadian dollars and include applicable taxes, unless otherwise stated.
To book any of these packages or to create a custom package, please contact:
Laura Kern
FCm Travel Solutions
Phone: 604-717-1015
Fax: 604-717-1016
Toll Free: 1-888-339-8616
E-mail: laura.kern@fcmtravel.ca
2006 FME Worldwide User Conference
View presentation notes and pictures from the 2006 FME Worldwide User Conference
Read feedback about last year’s FME Worldwide User Conference (Jason Birch’s Random Nodes Blog: Day One 
, Day Two )