Frequently Asked Questions

Attendees include professionals who want to elevate their knowledge regarding therapeutic practices, treatment models, and the latest innovations in mental health, addiction, and holistic wellness. They include therapists, counselors, clinical staff, CEOs, business development staff, psychologists, psychiatrists, admissions staff, consultants, nurses, nurse practitioners, private practitioners, program directors, recovery coaches, social workers, interventionists, and people in recovery. People in recovery are welcome to attend for personal development and well-being and there is an AA meeting held every morning. 

The conference takes place October 6 to October 9, 2024, at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort.

Registration includes access to all workshops, keynote speaker sessions, and panel discussions. The exhibit hall will be open and includes a Wellness Center where you can try a variety of biohacks, such as cold-plunge tubs and biosound healing beds. There is an opening night reception on Sunday, Oct. 6 which includes buffet style dinner, music and entertainment. On Tuesday we head to Universal’s Islands of Adventure for an exclusive evening just for conference attendees. Food, rides, entertainment and transportation are included. Continental breakfast is served each morning in the exhibit hall. Continuing Education units are included in your registration.

Hotel is additional, though we have secured great rates at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resorts as well as The Swan Reserve. Travel to and from the conference is not included. Meals are not included other than two dinners and three continental breakfasts. (You can register for a clinician or CEO lunch with a guest speaker at an additional rate.) Disney charges for parking at the hotel conference center. 

VIP Registration includes expedited registration on site, VIP seating in general sessions, access to the VIP/Sponsor lounge, priority seating on the buses heading to Universal's Islands of Adventure.

1. All requests to cancel or substitute registrants must be made in writing by email at info@theglobalexchangeconference.com.
2. Substitution of registrations will be made at no charge
3. A 100% refund (less $50 processing fee) will be extended if cancellation is received prior to July 6th, 2024
4. A 50% refund will be extended on registration cancellations received between July 6th, 2024 and September 6th, 2024
5. Registration fees will be forfeited on cancellations received after September 6th, 2024.
6. All refunds will be processed after the meeting.

Yes, The Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort is an accessible venue. You may want to consider renting an electric scooter from one of the many purveyors in the Orlando area.

The early bird rate of $899 ends on June 30, 2024. The VIP early bird rate is $1,250. After July 1 the rates go up to $1,050 standard and $1,350 for VIP.

GXC brings together professionals and organizations for four days of continual workshops, panels and experiences focused on mental health, addiction treatment, and holistic wellness. It is the premier event for discussing new strategies, collaborating with peers, driving new perspectives, gaining insights and participating in professional development sessions. Past attendees comment on the tangible take-aways they brought back to the office. Others shared that they felt renewed and rejuvenated and able to return to work feeling inspired and motivated. The GXC enables attendees to not only grow professionally but transform personally. World renowned speakers provide life-changing growth and learning. The conference is an exciting team-building opportunity and chance for staff to enjoy camaraderie with like-minded professionals 

Also, there are discounts for groups of six or more! If five people from your company register, the sixth one goes free. Or, each of your group of six will save $150 per person. Please email aliceb@theglobalexchangeconference.org for more details.

If there is space available, tickets will be available the first day of the conference.

No, there is no virtual experience offered.

There is an opening night reception on Sunday, Oct. 6 with buffet dinner served; dinner is also included on Tuesday Oct. 8 at Universal’s Islands of Adventure with options from The Burger Digs at Jurassic Park and Three Broomsticks Restaurant at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and snacks are available throughout the park; Continental Breakfast is served in the exhibitor hall each morning. You can add one or more clinician lunches with guest speakers for an additional fee.

There are incredible hotel discounts that start at $315 per night; visit this link for info on three Disney Resorts:

https://www.theglobalexchangeconference.com/plan-your-trip

Yes, you can purchase discounted park tickets by going to this website: https://kgstix.com/globalexchangeconference/

Shortly, you will be able to add golf to your registration. The golf tournament takes place on Sunday, October 6 at Walt Disney World Disney’s The Palm Golf Course, beginning at 8:00am. Transportation from The Dolphin to the golf course will be provided.

You can reach out to Justin at jwiliamson@theglobalexchangeconference.org or call  866-357-0080

General move-in is Sunday, October 6, 2024 from 8am to 6pm; breakdown is Wednesday October 9, at 12:00pm.

Monday, October 7 from 8:00am to 5:00pm

Tuesday, October 8 from 8:00am to 5:00pm

Wednesday, October 9 from 8:00am to 12:00pm

Once you have registered your booth you will receive additional information from Freeman Services, a national event company. Standard booths are 10’ X 10’ and island booths are available. Each booth has a skirted table, text-only ID sign, two chairs, a wastebasket, but no electrical (must be ordered separately). 

If you are interested in selling a product in the exhibit hall, please send an email request to info@theglobalexchangeconference.org 

Wifi is sketchy in the exhibit hall. You can sign up for WiFi when you register your booth.

We are offering over 50 potential CEUs from world-renowned presenters and educators. Attendees can expect to earn 20 over the course of the conference.

Please send an email to info@theglobalexchangeconference.org with your questions.

There will be an Agenda available this summer. Speakers, bios and topics will be available on the website shortly.

The schedule/agenda will be available this summer.

Applications to present at GXC2024 are now closed. You can look out for an online form to complete in January 2025 for GXC2025. There is a committee who review the applications and select the speakers. 

Business casual, or just casual is fine. The conference center is air-conditioned, so a sweater or light jacket is a good idea.

Be sure to sign up for our email list. The link is here

If you want to stay in touch with the amazing GXC community, just use the hashtag #GXC2024

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Family members will be able to purchase access to the exclusive evening at Universal’s Islands of Adventure before the conference for a price of $250 per ticket. Attendees will receive information about the registration process via email before the conference begins. Access to Universal’s Islands of Adventure can only be purchased online and not at the conference site. Transportation from The Dolphin is included in the price of the ticket. No charge for children under three years of age. Food, snacks and attractions are included.

Yes, your point of contact is Lori Phillips.

The Global Exchange Conference is a 501c3 non-profit organization and we look forward to offering scholarships in the future. Unfortunately, we are not in a financial situation where we can do so for 2024.  We do offer a $500 student rate. Please send an email to info@theglobalexchangeconference.org for more details. Many companies are willing to reimburse their staff for attending GXC for their professional development and you can earn Continuing Education units by attending. 

Yes, there will be a list of presenters, titles and bios available soon! 

The Global Exchange is an annual event.

The Global Exchange Conference is a 501c3, non-profit organization and at this time we are, unfortunately, unable to offer partial or reduced registrations. Many companies are willing to reimburse their staff for attending GXC for their professional development and you can earn Continuing Education units. 

Yes, the sessions will be recorded at GXC2024!

Yes, there are discounts for groups of 6 or more. If you bring a group of 5 people, the 6th goes free. Or, you can spread out the savings of $150 per person among your group of six. 

Reserve 10 people and 3 go free; or each of the 13 registered save $257. 

Reserve 20 and 8 go free, a $257 savings per person for your group of 28. 

Please email aliceb@theglobalexchangeconference.org for more information  or call 866-357-0080.

Yes, if you drive to the conference Disney collects a parking fee. This is one reason why it makes sense to book your hotel through the conference.  There are discounted hotel rates for The Swan & Dolphin and The Swan Reserve. You can book your hotel at this link: https://www.theglobalexchangeconference.com/plan-your-trip

We do not organize transportation but you can book the Sunshine Flier for a nominal fee. There are plenty of UBER and Lyft rides available at the airport.

Yes, just be sure that you sign in and sign out of every session at the conference to receive your CEUs.

Unfortunately, GXC2024 does not offer virtual participation.