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==Do paid staff get PTO to make up for attending the Summit over Saturday and Sunday?== | ==Do paid staff get PTO to make up for attending the Summit over Saturday and Sunday?== | ||
No, the Summit is an | No, the summit is optional. | ||
The Summit is a invitation-only event to core Mozilla contributors. As dedicated contributors, our thought is that invited participants would be excited to be able to join in this event -- we actually have more who would like to join us than we can accommodate. | |||
And, we realize the weekend nature of this event means time away from other responsibilities. This is not dis-similar to work-related travel on weekends or working late when pushing on a deadline. As in those situation, employees and managers are encouraged to work together to make sure there is recovery time from the intensity of the event and related travel (this might mean working part day for a few days, it might mean working at home so jet-lag can be taken care of, or other ideas an you and your manager come up with.) | |||
One of the great things about Mozilla is we really care for our people and encourage each of us to apply the self-care needed to recover from this event, while remaining responsive to work-related responsibilities. If any employee or manager needs support in thinking through options, their HRBPs are here to help. | |||
=Supporting Sessions= | =Supporting Sessions= | ||
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The World Fair is a way for participants to showcase where they come from and/or what they are doing. It is a way to connect with other Mozillians who may be interested in getting involved with your project. For more information, you can [http://davidwboswell.wordpress.com/2013/08/06/im-excited-about-the-world-fair-and-science-fair/ read about how the how the Fairs worked on the 2010 Summit]. | The World Fair is a way for participants to showcase where they come from and/or what they are doing. It is a way to connect with other Mozillians who may be interested in getting involved with your project. For more information, you can [http://davidwboswell.wordpress.com/2013/08/06/im-excited-about-the-world-fair-and-science-fair/ read about how the how the Fairs worked on the 2010 Summit]. | ||
If you have something to showcase (can be anything really, that’s related to Mozilla), complete this [http://mzl.la/summit2013-fairs form] and we’ll follow up. | If you have something to showcase (can be anything really, that’s related to Mozilla), complete this [http://mzl.la/summit2013-fairs form] and we’ll follow up. | ||
[[Summit2013/Fair/WorldBooths | Click here for the list of World Fair booths.]] | |||
==What is the Innovation Fair and how do I sign up to take part?== | ==What is the Innovation Fair and how do I sign up to take part?== | ||
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Signups for the fairs are now closed due to space limitations in the exhibit halls. If you wish to share work at the Summit, we suggest doing an Open Session. | Signups for the fairs are now closed due to space limitations in the exhibit halls. If you wish to share work at the Summit, we suggest doing an Open Session. | ||
[[Summit2013/Fair/InnovationBooths | Click here for the list of Innovation Fair booths.]] | |||
==What are “Open Sessions”?== | ==What are “Open Sessions”?== | ||
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==What makes an “Open Session” different from other sessions?== | ==What makes an “Open Session” different from other sessions?== | ||
Open session topics will vary in each of the three Summit locations, and will reflect the unique interests, skills and passions of those present in each city. The emphasis in Open Sessions will be on discussion and knowledge sharing, and formats are intended to be dialog-oriented and hands-on rather than lecture or presentation. We will discourage use of slideware, and instead invite Open Session facilitators to let questions and participant interests shape the course of their sessions. Learning by doing, co-creating and co-designing formats will be especially encouraged. | Open session topics will vary in each of the three Summit locations, and will reflect the unique interests, skills and passions of those present in each city. The emphasis in Open Sessions will be on discussion and knowledge sharing, and formats are intended to be dialog-oriented and hands-on rather than lecture or presentation. We will discourage use of slideware and projectors, and instead invite Open Session facilitators to let questions and participant interests shape the course of their sessions. Learning by doing, co-creating and co-designing formats will be especially encouraged. | ||
==Why do I need sign up in advance to host an Open Session?== | ==Why do I need sign up in advance to host an Open Session?== | ||
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We have some pretty great things planned during the Summit that we hope you’ll participate in. If however, the mood strikes and you and some friends want to do your own thing (and want to invite others to come along), we suggest you use the #MozSummit hashtag to rally your fellow Mozillians. It’s possible we’ll have another way to enable this through the mobile app by the Summit, but we can’t commit to it just yet. | We have some pretty great things planned during the Summit that we hope you’ll participate in. If however, the mood strikes and you and some friends want to do your own thing (and want to invite others to come along), we suggest you use the #MozSummit hashtag to rally your fellow Mozillians. It’s possible we’ll have another way to enable this through the mobile app by the Summit, but we can’t commit to it just yet. | ||
==I'm bringing my spouse/kids with me, will they be able to join me during evening events (specifically meals)?== | |||
While we'd love to meet your family, we have not accounted for family members in any of our events. If you have family members with you, we will '''not''' be able to accommodate them in any of the Mozilla-paid events, including meals. They are welcome to join you during any of the ad hoc social fun and in the lounge areas.) | |||
==I’m a minor so will I be able to take part in the social events? Will my guardian?== | ==I’m a minor so will I be able to take part in the social events? Will my guardian?== | ||
Yes. Almost all of our planned social events will have no age minimum. Yes, your guardian may accompany you to any social event. | Yes. Almost all of our planned social events will have no age minimum. Yes, your guardian may accompany you to any social event. | ||
=Travel= | =Travel= | ||
==Travel to the US - Impact of Government Shutdown== | |||
"At least in the short term, basic functions related to travel will continue unimpeded. | |||
Below is a summary of federal functions related to travel and their current status: | |||
*Air Traffic Control: According to U.S. Department of Transportation guidance, air traffic controllers, flight safety inspectors and other essential safety employees will stay on the job. These workers will “continue working in order to maintain the safety of the national airspace system,” according to the Federal Aviation Administration. “Safety is our top priority.” | |||
*Airport Security: According to a U.S. Department of Homeland Security plan, airport security personnel such as Transportation Security Administration screeners are considered “necessary for safety of life and protection of property.” Travelers should see little change in airport security operations. | |||
*Customs/Immigration: Most customs, border and immigration employees are considered essential, which means passport control at U.S. borders and points of entry like airports and cruise ports should be unaffected by the shutdown." | |||
In Summary, please allow sufficient time (more than the recommended 2 hours) to get through airport security before your flight and anticipate delays going through customs when you arrive. Don't worry - it will be ok, the shuttles will be waiting for you :) | |||
== Will someone be at the airport/train station to greet me?== | == Will someone be at the airport/train station to greet me?== | ||
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== How much is the security deposit for the hotel? == | == How much is the security deposit for the hotel? == | ||
In all cases, when you put your credit card down the hotel will place a | In all cases, when you put your credit card down the hotel will place a hold on some amount of money per night. They won't charge that, just hold it for the duration of your stay. DO NOT put down a debit card (or they will hold cash for a week - and you won't have access to them.) | ||
Here are the specifics: | |||
'''Santa Clara''' | |||
Once the credit card is swiped at the front desk, it will automatically hold $50USD/day (if you want to leave cash, it's also $50/day) | |||
If someone doesn't have a card or cash can their room be blocked from charging anything? Yes, They will just turn off all incidentals, except phone for emergency reasons. | |||
'''Toronto''' | |||
Once the credit card is swiped at the front desk, it will automatically hold $300CAD/day (if you want to leave cash, it's also $300/day) | |||
If someone doesn't have a card or cash can their room be blocked from charging anything? Yes, They will just turn off all incidentals, except phone for emergency reasons. | |||
'''Brussels''' | |||
Once the credit card is swiped at the front desk, it will automatically hold $50 EURO/day (if you want to leave cash, it's also $50/day) | |||
If someone doesn't have a card or cash can their room be blocked from charging anything? Yes, They will just turn off all incidentals, except phone for emergency reasons. | |||
== What if I don't have a credit card to put down at the hotel? == | == What if I don't have a credit card to put down at the hotel? == | ||
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= Getting There = | = Getting There = | ||
== How will I be sure to catch a shuttle to the venue? == | |||
'''Brussels''' | |||
Airport: Shuttles will depart every 30 minutes. If you arrive into the Brussels Airport and cannot find someone to help you, please call +32 471/89 35 46 | |||
Train Station: At Bruxelles MIDI station - Staff with Mozilla signs will greet you in the main hall, between Thalys and Eurostar arrivals. | |||
If you arrive into the Bruxelles MIDI Train Station and cannot find someone, please call +32/474 70 77 16. | |||
Please note - If you arrive into Brussels Centrale, you are within walking distance of hotels, except The Hotel. If you arrive into Brussels Nord, you should make your way to Midi or Centrale. | |||
'''Toronto''' | |||
If for some reason you do not connect with our Meet & Greet staff please call Linda De Marco at +01 416-527-0355. | |||
'''San Jose or SFO airports''' | |||
If for some reason you do not connect with your meet and greet staff, who will lead you to the shuttles, call Helen +01 206 235 5678 | |||
== I'll be arriving at about Midnight on Thursday night. What are the hours for the Mozilla reception desk?== | == I'll be arriving at about Midnight on Thursday night. What are the hours for the Mozilla reception desk?== | ||
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==I live in the Bay Area (California) and would love to carpool with others. Is there anything set up?== | ==I live in the Bay Area (California) and would love to carpool with others. Is there anything set up?== | ||
The Summit has nothing official set up for people traveling within the Bay Area. Mozillians are encouraged to coordinate ride-shares on their own. | The Summit has nothing official set up for people traveling within the Bay Area. Mozillians are encouraged to coordinate ride-shares on their own. Check [http://www.zimride.com/ Zimride] as another option. | ||
== Is there somewhere to hang out on Thursday? == | == Is there somewhere to hang out on Thursday? == | ||
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Prepaid options include: | Prepaid options include: | ||
* | * http://www.belgacom.be/en/private/products-and-services/proximus-telephony/generation-connect-mobile-internet-?page=t_generation_connect | ||
* https://lists.fosdem.org/pipermail/fosdem/2013-January/001771.html | * https://lists.fosdem.org/pipermail/fosdem/2013-January/001771.html | ||
* https://lists.fosdem.org/pipermail/fosdem/2013-January/001766.html | * https://lists.fosdem.org/pipermail/fosdem/2013-January/001766.html | ||
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We are working on potential trip to the TO and MTV spaces. It will likely be included as part of the social time on either Friday or Saturday. Stay tuned - and if we can get it set up, we will add it for sign up on the social activity wiki. | We are working on potential trip to the TO and MTV spaces. It will likely be included as part of the social time on either Friday or Saturday. Stay tuned - and if we can get it set up, we will add it for sign up on the social activity wiki. | ||
= Shuttles on 7-October = | |||
== How will the shuttles work on 7-October?== | |||
'''Toronto and Santa Clara:''' | |||
If your flight is departing on October 7th return transportation service to the airport will be provided. Make sure to stop by the Ask Us desk to get your scheduled hotel departure time. They are specific to your flight so we have a personalized one, just for you. | |||
'''Brussels:''' | |||
Shuttle Transportation will be provided on Monday, October 7th from your hotel to the Brussels Airport or to the Midi Train Station. | |||
To accommodate enough time for travel, check-in, security, etc., we suggest you depart the hotel 3 hours before your flight and 2 hours before your train departure. | |||
A transportation expert will greet you in the hotel lobby and point you to the correct vehicle. | |||
* Brussels Airport Shuttle Hours: 6:30am - 8:00pm | |||
* Midi Train Station Shuttle Hours: 8:00am - 12:00pm | |||