2009 Internal Auditing Conference Sunday, October 4 - Wednesday, October 7, 2009 The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas 2121 McKinney Avenue [map] Dallas, TX 75201-1873

Explores the complex procedures necessary for establishing and continuously evaluating internal controls with specific emphasis on financial statement fraud, IFRS, balance sheet auditing, anti-money laundering, security controls, distribution center auditing, compliance issues, as well as the changing relationship between internal and external auditors. Informal discussion groups encourage both personal involvement and problem solving.

Attend this conference and earn CPE's!
(See details below)

Related Web Pages and Sites:
Make On-line Hotel Reservations Here
Dallas Visitor's Center & Area Information
Internal Auditing Conference Brochure

Related Files:

Registration Form (printable)

Registration Includes:

Registration fee includes meeting materials, continental breakfasts, refreshment breaks, lunches and receptions. Fee does NOT include hotel accommodations or airfare.

NOTE: To qualify for FMI Member rates, every participant must be an employee of an FMI Member company. An FMI Retailer/Wholesaler Member is a retailer or wholesaler paying annual dues to FMI. An FMI Associate Member is a supplier company paying annual associate dues to FMI. All others are Non-Members.

Who Should Attend:

Vice Presidents, Directors, and Managers involved in: Internal audit, Finance, Compliance, A/P auditing, Loss prevention, and Corporate controls.
(Closed to the press)

Meeting Attire:

Casual attire is suggested for all activities. Meeting rooms may be cool, a jacket or sweater is recommended.

Registration Fees: These fees are available through 09/23/2009
Name	Price
FMI Retailer/Wholesaler Member	$795.00
FMI Retailer/Wholesaler Member Group (3 or more)	$745.00
FMI Associate Member	$1,125.00
Non-Member	$1,350.00

Cancellation and Other Policies:

Please notify registrar in writing by email to sgeorge@fmi.org or fax 202.220.0830. A full refund is granted when a cancellation is received by close of business September 18, 2009. A 60% refund is granted if cancellation is received by close of business September 25, 2009. No refund if notification is received after September 25, 2009. If registration is not cancelled prior to the start of the conference, registrant will be responsible for paying the full registration fee.

Is Media Allowed?

No

Continuing Education Information:

Attend this conference and earn CPE's!
The 2009 Internal Auditing Conference is a “group-live” event at the advanced course level and no advanced preparation is required. Prerequisites: Previous experience in Supermarket Auditing procedures. Attendance at the entire conference earns a total of 22.5 CPE credits. 7.0 CPE credits in the Management Advisory Services Field of Study and 15.5 CPE credits in the Auditing Field of Study. For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints and refunds, please contact Suzanne George at sgeorge@fmi.org or 202.220.0820.

General Hotel Information:

The hotel cut-off date has been extended to Friday, September 18th!

The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas
2121 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, TX 75201
Phone: 214.922.0200
Toll-free: 800.960.7082

Please make hotel reservations before Friday, September 18, 2009 directly with The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas by calling at 1.800.960.7082 or 214.922.0200. Be sure to mention the FMI Internal Auditing Conference (Group Code FIA) to receive the FMI discounted room rate of $189.00USD. To book online visit www.ritzcarlton.com and use the Group Code FIAFIAA. After Friday, September 18, 2009, reservations will be accepted at the hotel's prevailing daily rate. The hotel check-in time is 3:00p.m. and check-out time is 12:00p.m. local time.

Travel Information:

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) service the Dallas area. The hotel is located approximately 20 miles/30 minutes from the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and approximately 5 miles/10 minutes from the Dallas Love Field Airport.

Taxis are easily accessible at both area airports, just steps away from the baggage claim area. Taxis are usually readily available within Uptown throughout the day and evening.

For rental car information and reservations, please call the hotel concierge desk at 214.922.0200. Vehicles rented directly at the airport can be subject to a significant airport tax/surcharge. Valet parking is available at the hotel (please contact the hotel for current rates).


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