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Welcome CRU Speakers!
Welcome to your exclusive headquarters for the latest and greatest information on your speaking engagement at Convenience Retailing University! You will receive timely email reminders that will help you keep track of upcoming deadlines and any outstanding tasks. Should you have any questions or require assistance, don't hesitate to reach out directly. Your journey as a speaker is our top priority, and we're committed to making it as smooth as possible.
The Basics
We are excited for you to join us at Convenience Retailing University happening February 24-26, 2026 at Marriott Downtown Austin, Austin, Texas.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Due Now
Due Monday, January 26
Session Title & Description
Due Friday, February 20
Final presentation is due
Tuesday February 24 - Thursday, February 26
Convenience Retailing University
Your Speaker Checklist
These are your TO-DO's before the event. Please read through carefully and take note of deadlines.
Register for the Event (Due Now)
Mandatory, please complete asap
- Please click on this link to register
Secure Hotel Reservation (ASAP)
Once registration is complete you will receive an e-mail with a link to book your hotel. We recommend you make a reservation as soon as possible to take advantage of our group rates and the host hotel fills up quickly!
Marriott Downtown Austin
304 E. Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78701
- Check-in time: 4pm, check-out time: 11am
- The group rate is $320 + tax per night (based on availability).
- This discounted group rate is available to book until Monday, January 16, 2026, but is based on availability.
- Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received less than 48 hours prior to arrival will be charged for 1 night room & tax
How to Book- Once you've completed your registration you'll receive an email confirmation from fsevents@informa.com that includes details on how to book hotel. If you haven't received this email, please contact us by clicking here.
Complete Your Speaker Profile (Due Now)
To create a speaker profile we will need the following items. Please note that what is submitted for your speaker profile will be displayed on our event website and mobile app.
Click Here to submit your Profile
- First and last name
- Job Title
- Company Name
- Headshot: high resolution
- Bio: 75 - 250 words
Submit Final Presentation (Due Friday, February 20th)
Final Presentations are due by Friday, February 20th (if applicable) to Emily Moore.
Connect With Us On Social Media
Share with others that you'll be speaking at Convenience Retailing University 2026!
Contacts
Carol Valora, Senior Manager, Conference Content, Informa Connect
Beth Hawkins, Speaker Logistics Coordinator
Contact Beth for:
- Anything related to your speaking engagement or experience at CRU
- Speaker updates
Emily Moore, Event Producer, Informa Connect Foosdervice
Contact Emily for:
- Uploading your presentation (if applicable)
- Technical presentation related questions
- Video/multimedia
- Branding
Additional Information & Frequently Asked Questions
PHOTOGRAPHS AND RECORDING
Unless otherwise stipulated in your speaking agreement, this event will be recorded and a copy of the recording provided to you post event (within 7 working days).
By submitting a speaker's headshot and bio as part of agreeing to speak at the event, you certify that you have permission and authority to provide Informa use of the content submitted via email and within the speaker profile form. You likewise grant Informa the right to use this speaker’s image, name, company name, photograph, voice, likeness (“Image”) and the statements and works in connection with the event provided that Informa does not otherwise alter the content of the recordings or change the tone, tenor or context of the presentation. You acknowledge and agree that all personal data provided will be processed in accordance with Informa’s Privacy Policy (https://www.informa.com/privacy-policy/).
During Registration, all event attendees must agree to the following Terms & Conditions:
Consent to Official Photography and / or Recording at Events
All unauthorized photography and / or the recording or transmitting of audio or visual material, data or information is expressly prohibited. You consent to Informa Group undertaking multimedia recording of the Event which may include your participation in the Event as a delegate (the “Content”) and you consent to the use by Informa Group of any such recording anywhere in the world for promotional, marketing and other purposes. You acknowledge and agree that Informa Group is the exclusive owner of all rights in the Content and hereby waive any and all: (a) rights in and to such Content, and (b) claims that you may have relating to or arising from the Content or its use.