2024 MDRT Global Conference Attendance Eligibility
Those eligible to register are 2024 MDRT members, current MDRT Center for Field Leadership members, MDRT Academy members, mentees and agency managers. Spouses, children, relatives, friends or business associates are not permitted to register or attend any official functions or events.
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Mentees
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Agency Managers
MDRT Academy Members
MDRT Center for Field Leadership Members
ADA Information
Attendees may submit ADA requests by completing that section during the registration process. A representative will contact you based on the information you provide.
Attire
Attire for the Global Conference is business casual. Neckties and similar clothing are not required. We suggest you research the location of the meeting for any inclement weather and dress accordingly.
Badge Swapping Prohibited
Sharing or swapping your official Global Conference badge with another individual is strictly prohibited. Members found sharing or swapping their official Global Conference badge will have their badge confiscated, and they will be expelled from the Global Conference. The individual and the incident will also be reported to the MDRT Bylaws and Ethics Committee for further action, possibly resulting in revocation of membership.
Upon arrival at the Global Conference, registered members will receive an official Global Conference badge. Your official Global Conference badge must be worn at all times. It will enable you to access all events, sessions and activities without interruption.
Health and Safety Protocols
MDRT considers the safety of all meeting attendees our top priority and will continue to follow the guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to host an in-person event that is safe for all in attendance.
MDRT is monitoring the health and safety protocols provided by international, federal, state and local governments, and agencies as they relate to COVID-19. The resources listed below provide additional information for the city of Dubai.
This is a very fluid time, and it is important that we all understand that health and safety protocols may change based on local, national and global circumstances. MDRT is committed to communication and will make every effort to keep meeting participants informed. Please visit this section for future updates.
Outside Food and Beverage Prohibited
Food and beverage brought in from outside the Dubai World Trade Centre is strictly prohibited, per their policy. No one, including companies and tour groups, is allowed to bring food and beverage into the Dubai World Trade Centre. There are several dining options located within walking distance of the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Outside Organizations Events
Outside organizations often sponsor their own events concurrently with the MDRT Global Conference. MDRT does not sponsor these events. Only the events listed in the Schedule are sponsored by MDRT. MDRT claims no responsibility for the other events.
Simultaneous Interpretation
MDRT provides simultaneous interpretation of Main Platform presentations as well as select Focus Sessions and Special Sessions when at least 50 registered members have requested interpretation in a common language for a maximum of 12 languages.
Simultaneous interpretation will be offered using a new, innovative platform which will be available on personal devices like smartphones, iPads, tablets and/or laptops. Attendees are required to bring their own device, along with a headset or earbuds. MDRT will provide radio at the meeting, as a backup. Instructions on how to access SI for a particular session will be included on the meeting app and within each session room offering SI.
The deadline to request interpretation is June 25, 2024, at 6:59 p.m. Central Time.
Unattended Personal Items and Luggage
For the safety of all attendees, security will confiscate and remove any personal items left unattended. Luggage will not be allowed inside MDRT session rooms or meeting space. There is no luggage storage facility inside the Dubai World Trade Centre. Attendees should store their luggage in their hotel rooms or with the hotel bell stand, if necessary, on the day of departure.