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Do you have a Code of Conduct?<\/strong>

Absolutely, we take our Code of Conduct very seriously. You can read in full\u00a0here<\/a>. All conference participants are expected to be respectful towards other attendees, speakers, organizers, and staff, in-person and online.\u00a0You can find reporting and enforcement processes at the link above. For reporting concerns at the event itself, the LeadDev team can be identified by pink t-shirts with \u2018Organiser\u2019 printed on the back.<\/p> <\/div>

Where is the conference?<\/strong>

The conference takes place at the Javits Center, New York City: 429 11th Avenue, New York, NY 10001, United StatesDirections<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(opens in Google Maps)Visit the venue’s website<\/a><\/p> <\/div>

Where is the conference?<\/strong>

Click here<\/a> to reserve your all-day parking pass for $30 + tax<\/strong>* Valid at Hudson Crossing Garage, 404 W. 37th St** Offer exclusive to NYC Tourism, courtesy of LAZ Parking<\/p> <\/div>

What time should I arrive?<\/strong>

Registration for LeadingEng New York will open around 8.00 am on October 17.The first session for each conference will start between 9.00 am and 9.30 am.<\/p> <\/div>

What happens if I\u2019m running late?<\/strong>

Don’t worry if you are running late. Our staff will stay at the registration desk for most of the morning. We\u2019ll let you slip into the auditorium quietly once we’ve given you your name badge.<\/p> <\/div>

Will food be provided?<\/strong>

Yes! A lunch is provided, plus tea, coffee and snacks throughout the day. Tea, coffee, and light breakfast refreshments will be available in the morning before the first session.<\/p> <\/div>

Will you cater for my special dietary requirements?<\/strong>

Yes! There will be vegan and vegetarian options available during lunch. If you have any allergies or religious requirements (e.g. gluten-free, Halal, Kosher) just let us know at the point of registration or by emailing hello@leaddev.com<\/a>. During the conference, if you have requested a special meal other than vegan, please speak to a member of staff who will be able to help you.Due to the nature of catering for a high volume of attendees, we\u2019re unable to provide special meals for specific dietary preferences (e.g. high protein, low carb, keto).<\/p> <\/div>

Is the venue accessible?<\/strong>

The venue is wheelchair accessible and we\u2019ll be providing real-time captioning for all talks. Please do let us know about any access requirements that you have, if you haven\u2019t already, by emailing\u00a0hello@leaddev.com<\/a>. It\u2019s no trouble at all, we just need some advance notice to make sure we offer you the best experience.<\/p> <\/div>

Is there a cloakroom at the venue?<\/strong><\/strong>

Yes! A cloakroom will be available on the ground floor of the North Javits Center as you enter the building, so you can store coats, bags, or luggage while you enjoy the conference.A few things to note:<\/strong>– The cloakroom will be open during event hours.– Space is limited and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.– A small fee may apply depending on the item you\u2019re checking in.We recommend bringing only what you need for the day to help keep things simple and avoid queues.<\/p> <\/div>

Do I need to bring anything?<\/strong>

Just show your ticket containing your QR code either printed or on your smartphone to our registration staff and they\u2019ll provide you with your conference pass.<\/p> <\/div>

Does the conference venue have wifi?<\/strong>

Absolutely, you can find details on your conference badge.<\/p> <\/div>

Are you recording the conference?<\/strong>

Yes! We\u2019re recording all the talks and we\u2019ll send you the links to the videos soon after the conference, once they\u2019ve been edited. You can also find presentation slides in the conference attendee video hub if they have been made available by the speaker.\u00a0Please note that the interactive sessions will not be made available as they are designed to aid discussions at the event<\/strong>.Our photographer will be capturing moments throughout the conference. If you don’t want to be included in published photographs, please pick up a yellow lanyard at registration.<\/p> <\/div>

What time does everything finish?<\/strong>

LeadignEng will finish around 5:30 pm, followed by a happy hour until 7:30 pm.Check out the schedule for up-to-date timings.<\/p> <\/div>

Are there hotels nearby you would recommend?<\/strong>

We are holding a limited number of rooms at the hotel below. Rates are subject to availability, so early booking is advised as these special rates are only valid until September 7, 2025. If you require any help booking a room after this date (or require additional nights), then please contact paula@pyramidnorth.co.uk<\/a>\u00a0Yotel New York Times Square<\/a> \u2013 13<\/strong> minute walk<\/strong>570 10th AvenueNew York 10036$299 (room only per night plus taxes)<\/a>Holiday Inn New York Times Square <\/strong><\/a>\u2013 20 minute walk<\/strong><\/a>585 8th AvenueNew York 10018$329 (room only per night plus taxes)<\/a><\/span>Crowne Plaza HY36 Midtown Manhattan<\/a> \u2013 12 minute walk<\/strong>320 W 36th StreetNew York 10018$379 (room only per night plus taxes)<\/a><\/a>EVEN Hotel New York – Times Square South<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 12 minute walk<\/strong>321 West 35th StreetNew York NY 10001$369 (room only per night plus taxes)<\/a><\/p> <\/div>

Is there a\u00a0happy hour or networking event?<\/strong>

Yes, there will be a happy hour held in the venue from 5:30 \u2013 7.30 pm after the programme.<\/p> <\/div>

What is the barcode on my badge?<\/strong>

At the conference, you’ll notice there\u2019s a barcode on your delegate badge. Our sponsors may request your permission to scan your badge so they can get in touch with you after the conference to discuss their products and services.\u00a0If you agree, the sponsor will receive the following information (if provided when registering your conference ticket): your name, email address, job role, company, company sector, company size and country. By allowing our sponsor to scan your badge, you are giving them permission to request this information from us. Please note, we will not give your details to a sponsor unless you approve the request. You can unsubscribe from any communications you receive.<\/p> <\/div>

Are there any extra sessions?<\/strong>

Office hours sessions will run during the breaks and happy hour to give you an opportunity to meet the speakers and get answers to your questions. Check the schedule for timings\u00a0and other hallway track activities.<\/p> <\/div>

Are there nursing and prayer facilities provided at the conference?<\/strong>

Nursing room<\/strong>We have a dedicated private, lockable room at the event venue for anyone requiring a place to express or feed during the event. Please just ask a member of staff in a pink T-shirt for directions.\u00a0Is there a space to pray at the venue?\u00a0<\/strong>We have a prayer room on site for anyone who wishes to pray or meditate during the conference. Please ask a member of staff in a pink t-shirt for more information and location.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div>

Can I attend if I’m an engineering manager or tech lead?<\/strong>

No, this event is for senior engineering leaders only – you must be a manager of managers to attend. We review all tickets and will issue a refund if you purchase a ticket and you do not meet these criteria.<\/p> <\/div>

Is there anything to explore around the venue during the conference?<\/strong>

There\u2019s plenty to explore near the Javits Center while you’re in town for LeadDev NYC! Make the most of your time with these resources:NYC Delegate Pass<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 <\/strong>Available to all attendees, exhibitors, meeting planners, and event staff. Enjoy exclusive discounts at restaurants, attractions, museums, and retailers across the city.Javits Area Guide<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 <\/strong>Discover top dining, shopping, and entertainment options within walking distance of the venue, curated by NYC Tourism.Check out NYC\u2019s DEI and sustainability focused content:The Black Experience in NYC<\/strong><\/a>The Latino Experience in NYC<\/strong><\/a>The Asian Experience in NYC<\/strong><\/a>Sustainability<\/strong><\/a>LGBTQ+<\/strong><\/a>Accessible NYC<\/strong><\/a>Halal Travel Guide<\/strong><\/a><\/p> <\/div>

What are you doing to lessen the impact of the event on the environment? <\/strong>

Catering: <\/strong>We try to prioritise plant based options at our events, with at least 50% of the food on offer being vegetarian, We also work with our catering suppliers to use locally sourced ingredients where possible and opt for compostable or reusable dishware. Our suppliers also work to manage portion sizes and we encourage attendees to take only what they need. To find out more about what the venue is doing for sustainability, please visit their website.\u00a0\u00a0<\/a>Signage:<\/strong> We use digital signage and print on recycled or reusable materials. The event app allows attendees to access maps and schedules without the need for printed guidebooks. \u00a0Our signage is sustainably created and will be recycled or repurposed after the event to minimise waste.Travel:<\/strong> We encourage public transport, cycling, shared car travel and economy travel to our staff, speakers, activity hosts and attendees.

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Please do let us know about any access requirements that you have, if you haven\u2019t already, by emailing\u00a0<a href=\\\"mailto:hello@leaddev.com\\\">hello@leaddev.com<\/a>. It\u2019s no trouble at all, we just need some advance notice to make sure we offer you the best experience.\",\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t {\n\t \"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t \"@id\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1757410568069\",\n\t \"position\": 9,\n\t \"url\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1757410568069\",\n\t \"name\": \"Is there a cloakroom at the venue?\",\n\t \"answerCount\": 1,\n\t \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t \"text\": \"Yes! A cloakroom will be available on the ground floor of the North Javits Center as you enter the building, so you can store coats, bags, or luggage while you enjoy the conference.<br\/><br\/><strong>A few things to note:<br\/><\/strong>- The cloakroom will be open during event hours.<br\/>- Space is limited and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.<br\/>- A small fee may apply depending on the item you\u2019re checking in.<br\/><br\/>We recommend bringing only what you need for the day to help keep things simple and avoid queues.\",\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t {\n\t \"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t \"@id\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430678942\",\n\t \"position\": 10,\n\t \"url\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430678942\",\n\t \"name\": \"Do I need to bring anything?\",\n\t \"answerCount\": 1,\n\t \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t \"text\": \"Just show your ticket containing your QR code either printed or on your smartphone to our registration staff and they\u2019ll provide you with your conference pass.\",\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t {\n\t \"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t \"@id\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430716908\",\n\t \"position\": 11,\n\t \"url\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430716908\",\n\t \"name\": \"Does the conference venue have wifi?\",\n\t \"answerCount\": 1,\n\t \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t \"text\": \"Absolutely, you can find details on your conference badge.\",\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t {\n\t \"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t \"@id\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430725586\",\n\t \"position\": 12,\n\t \"url\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430725586\",\n\t \"name\": \"Are you recording the conference?\",\n\t \"answerCount\": 1,\n\t \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t \"text\": \"Yes! We\u2019re recording all the talks and we\u2019ll send you the links to the videos soon after the conference, once they\u2019ve been edited. You can also find presentation slides in the conference attendee video hub if they have been made available by the speaker.\u00a0<strong>Please note that the interactive sessions will not be made available as they are designed to aid discussions at the event<\/strong>.<br \/><br \/>Our photographer will be capturing moments throughout the conference. If you don't want to be included in published photographs, please pick up a yellow lanyard at registration.\",\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t {\n\t \"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t \"@id\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430750642\",\n\t \"position\": 13,\n\t \"url\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430750642\",\n\t \"name\": \"What time does everything finish?\",\n\t \"answerCount\": 1,\n\t \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t \"text\": \"LeadignEng will finish around 5:30 pm, followed by a happy hour until 7:30 pm.<br \/>Check out the schedule for up-to-date timings.\",\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t {\n\t \"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t \"@id\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430759207\",\n\t \"position\": 14,\n\t \"url\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430759207\",\n\t \"name\": \"Are there hotels nearby you would recommend?\",\n\t \"answerCount\": 1,\n\t \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t \"text\": \"<br \/>We are holding a limited number of rooms at the hotel below. Rates are subject to availability, so early booking is advised as these special rates are only valid until September 7, 2025. If you require any help booking a room after this date (or require additional nights), then please contact <a href=\\\"mailto:paula@pyramidnorth.co.uk\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\">paula@pyramidnorth.co.uk<\/a>\u00a0<br \/><br \/><strong><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.yotel.com\/en\/hotels\/yotel-new-york\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\">Yotel New York Times Square<\/a> \u2013 13<\/strong> <strong>minute walk<br \/><\/strong>570 10th Avenue<br \/>New York 10036<br \/><a href=\\\"https:\/\/be.synxis.com\/?Hotel=64714&Chain=17799&arrive=2025-10-14&depart=2025-10-18&adult=1&child=0&group=G2510LEADDE\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\">$299 (room only per night plus taxes)<br \/><\/a><br \/><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.ihg.com\/holidayinn\/hotels\/us\/en\/new-york\/nycma\/hoteldetail\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\"><strong>Holiday Inn New York Times Square <\/strong><\/a><strong>\u2013 20 minute walk<\/strong><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.ihg.com\/holidayinn\/hotels\/us\/en\/new-york\/nycma\/hoteldetail\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\"><br \/><\/a>585 8th Avenue<br \/>New York 10018<br \/><a href=\\\"https:\/\/linkprotect.cudasvc.com\/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.holidayinn.com%2Fredirect%3Fpath%3Drates%26brandCode%3DHI%26localeCode%3Den%26regionCode%3D1%26hotelCode%3DNYCMA%26checkInDate%3D13%26checkInMonthYear%3D092025%26checkOutDate%3D18%26checkOutMonthYear%3D092025%26_PMID%3D99801505%26GPC%3DPYR%26cn%3Dno%26viewfullsite%3Dtrue&c=E,1,prZSnphlUHBSdV29DRXLJUFe8Tum-vJZmnHV80N5XsBBRwi5-gmBF4B4yzothD7L6-_RvwH_c7wbaa8vPPCCMei__NYs831X1WgHU7cxsLOecTrRucInhhijnQ,,&typo=1\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\">$329 (room only per night plus taxes)<\/a><br \/><br \/><strong><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.ihg.com\/crowneplaza\/hotels\/us\/en\/new-york\/nycpc\/hoteldetail\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\">Crowne Plaza HY36 Midtown Manhattan<\/a> \u2013 12 minute walk<\/strong><br \/>320 W 36th Street<br \/>New York 10018<br \/><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.crowneplaza.com\/redirect?path=asearch&brandCode=CP&localeCode=en&regionCode=1&hotelCode=NYCPC&checkInDate=14&checkInMonthYear=092025&checkOutDate=18&checkOutMonthYear=092025&rateCode=6CBARC&_PMID=99801505&GPC=LXD&cn=no&viewfullsite=true\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\">$379 (room only per night plus taxes)<\/a><br \/><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.crowneplaza.com\/redirect?path=asearch&brandCode=CP&localeCode=en&regionCode=1&hotelCode=NYCPC&checkInDate=14&checkInMonthYear=092025&checkOutDate=18&checkOutMonthYear=092025&rateCode=6CBARC&_PMID=99801505&GPC=LXD&cn=no&viewfullsite=true\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\"><br \/><\/a><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.ihg.com\/evenhotels\/hotels\/us\/en\/new-york\/nyctt\/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=GoogleMaps-_-VN-_-US-_-NYCTT\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\"><strong>EVEN Hotel New York - Times Square South<\/strong><\/a> <strong>\u2013 12 minute walk<\/strong><br \/>321 West 35th Street<br \/>New York NY 10001<br \/><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.evenhotels.com\/redirect?path=asearch&brandCode=VN&localeCode=en&regionCode=1&hotelCode=NYCTT&checkInDate=14&checkInMonthYear=092025&checkOutDate=18&checkOutMonthYear=092025&rateCode=6CBARC&_PMID=99801505&GPC=KLO&cn=no&viewfullsite=true\\\" target=\\\"_blank\\\" rel=\\\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\\\">$369 (room only per night plus taxes)<\/a>\",\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t {\n\t \"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t \"@id\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430802074\",\n\t \"position\": 15,\n\t \"url\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430802074\",\n\t \"name\": \"Is there a\u00a0happy hour or networking event?\",\n\t \"answerCount\": 1,\n\t \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t \"text\": \"Yes, there will be a happy hour held in the venue from 5:30 \u2013 7.30 pm after the programme.\",\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t \"inLanguage\": \"en-US\"\n\t },\n\t {\n\t \"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t \"@id\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430810007\",\n\t \"position\": 16,\n\t \"url\": \"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430810007\",\n\t \"name\": \"What is the barcode on my badge?\",\n\t \"answerCount\": 1,\n\t \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t \"text\": \"At the conference, you'll notice there\u2019s a barcode on your delegate badge. 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You can read in full\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/code-conduct\">here<\/a>. All conference participants are expected to be respectful towards other attendees, speakers, organizers, and staff, in-person and online.\u00a0<br \/><br \/>You can find reporting and enforcement processes at the link above. For reporting concerns at the event itself, the LeadDev team can be identified by pink t-shirts with \u2018Organiser\u2019 printed on the back.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1709570616091","position":2,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1709570616091","name":"Where is the conference?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"The conference takes place at the Javits Center, New York City: 429 11th Avenue, New York, NY 10001, United States<br \/><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/NdVJg7CwAD96jSKe8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Directions<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0(opens in Google Maps)<br \/><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/javitscenter.com\/attend\/getting-here\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit the venue's website<\/a>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1750948153747","position":3,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1750948153747","name":"Where is the conference?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Click <a href=\"https:\/\/grs-reservationserviceesb.lazparking.com\/checkout\/?l=149489&wk=0345754bcee34ff9969bea62bdfc30af\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a> to reserve your all-day parking pass for <strong>$30 + tax<\/strong><br \/><br \/>* Valid at Hudson Crossing Garage, 404 W. 37th St<br \/>** Offer exclusive to NYC Tourism, courtesy of LAZ Parking","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1709570665268","position":4,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1709570665268","name":"What time should I arrive?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Registration for LeadingEng New York will open around 8.00 am on October 17.<br \/><br \/>The first session for each conference will start between 9.00 am and 9.30 am.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430597756","position":5,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430597756","name":"What happens if I\u2019m running late?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Don't worry if you are running late. Our staff will stay at the registration desk for most of the morning. We\u2019ll let you slip into the auditorium quietly once we've given you your name badge.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430615675","position":6,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430615675","name":"Will food be provided?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes! A lunch is provided, plus tea, coffee and snacks throughout the day. Tea, coffee, and light breakfast refreshments will be available in the morning before the first session.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430648214","position":7,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430648214","name":"Will you cater for my special dietary requirements?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes! There will be vegan and vegetarian options available during lunch. If you have any allergies or religious requirements (e.g. gluten-free, Halal, Kosher) just let us know at the point of registration or by emailing <a href=\"mailto:hello@leaddev.com\">hello@leaddev.com<\/a>. During the conference, if you have requested a special meal other than vegan, please speak to a member of staff who will be able to help you.<br \/><br \/>Due to the nature of catering for a high volume of attendees, we\u2019re unable to provide special meals for specific dietary preferences (e.g. high protein, low carb, keto).","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430666807","position":8,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430666807","name":"Is the venue accessible?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"The venue is wheelchair accessible and we\u2019ll be providing real-time captioning for all talks. Please do let us know about any access requirements that you have, if you haven\u2019t already, by emailing\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:hello@leaddev.com\">hello@leaddev.com<\/a>. It\u2019s no trouble at all, we just need some advance notice to make sure we offer you the best experience.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1757410568069","position":9,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1757410568069","name":"Is there a cloakroom at the venue?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes! A cloakroom will be available on the ground floor of the North Javits Center as you enter the building, so you can store coats, bags, or luggage while you enjoy the conference.<br\/><br\/><strong>A few things to note:<br\/><\/strong>- The cloakroom will be open during event hours.<br\/>- Space is limited and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.<br\/>- A small fee may apply depending on the item you\u2019re checking in.<br\/><br\/>We recommend bringing only what you need for the day to help keep things simple and avoid queues.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430678942","position":10,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430678942","name":"Do I need to bring anything?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Just show your ticket containing your QR code either printed or on your smartphone to our registration staff and they\u2019ll provide you with your conference pass.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430716908","position":11,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430716908","name":"Does the conference venue have wifi?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Absolutely, you can find details on your conference badge.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430725586","position":12,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430725586","name":"Are you recording the conference?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes! We\u2019re recording all the talks and we\u2019ll send you the links to the videos soon after the conference, once they\u2019ve been edited. You can also find presentation slides in the conference attendee video hub if they have been made available by the speaker.\u00a0<strong>Please note that the interactive sessions will not be made available as they are designed to aid discussions at the event<\/strong>.<br \/><br \/>Our photographer will be capturing moments throughout the conference. If you don't want to be included in published photographs, please pick up a yellow lanyard at registration.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430750642","position":13,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430750642","name":"What time does everything finish?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"LeadignEng will finish around 5:30 pm, followed by a happy hour until 7:30 pm.<br \/>Check out the schedule for up-to-date timings.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430759207","position":14,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430759207","name":"Are there hotels nearby you would recommend?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<br \/>We are holding a limited number of rooms at the hotel below. Rates are subject to availability, so early booking is advised as these special rates are only valid until September 7, 2025. If you require any help booking a room after this date (or require additional nights), then please contact <a href=\"mailto:paula@pyramidnorth.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">paula@pyramidnorth.co.uk<\/a>\u00a0<br \/><br \/><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yotel.com\/en\/hotels\/yotel-new-york\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Yotel New York Times Square<\/a> \u2013 13<\/strong> <strong>minute walk<br \/><\/strong>570 10th Avenue<br \/>New York 10036<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/be.synxis.com\/?Hotel=64714&Chain=17799&arrive=2025-10-14&depart=2025-10-18&adult=1&child=0&group=G2510LEADDE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$299 (room only per night plus taxes)<br \/><\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihg.com\/holidayinn\/hotels\/us\/en\/new-york\/nycma\/hoteldetail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Holiday Inn New York Times Square <\/strong><\/a><strong>\u2013 20 minute walk<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihg.com\/holidayinn\/hotels\/us\/en\/new-york\/nycma\/hoteldetail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><br \/><\/a>585 8th Avenue<br \/>New York 10018<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/linkprotect.cudasvc.com\/url?a=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.holidayinn.com%2Fredirect%3Fpath%3Drates%26brandCode%3DHI%26localeCode%3Den%26regionCode%3D1%26hotelCode%3DNYCMA%26checkInDate%3D13%26checkInMonthYear%3D092025%26checkOutDate%3D18%26checkOutMonthYear%3D092025%26_PMID%3D99801505%26GPC%3DPYR%26cn%3Dno%26viewfullsite%3Dtrue&c=E,1,prZSnphlUHBSdV29DRXLJUFe8Tum-vJZmnHV80N5XsBBRwi5-gmBF4B4yzothD7L6-_RvwH_c7wbaa8vPPCCMei__NYs831X1WgHU7cxsLOecTrRucInhhijnQ,,&typo=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$329 (room only per night plus taxes)<\/a><br \/><br \/><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihg.com\/crowneplaza\/hotels\/us\/en\/new-york\/nycpc\/hoteldetail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Crowne Plaza HY36 Midtown Manhattan<\/a> \u2013 12 minute walk<\/strong><br \/>320 W 36th Street<br \/>New York 10018<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowneplaza.com\/redirect?path=asearch&brandCode=CP&localeCode=en&regionCode=1&hotelCode=NYCPC&checkInDate=14&checkInMonthYear=092025&checkOutDate=18&checkOutMonthYear=092025&rateCode=6CBARC&_PMID=99801505&GPC=LXD&cn=no&viewfullsite=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$379 (room only per night plus taxes)<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crowneplaza.com\/redirect?path=asearch&brandCode=CP&localeCode=en&regionCode=1&hotelCode=NYCPC&checkInDate=14&checkInMonthYear=092025&checkOutDate=18&checkOutMonthYear=092025&rateCode=6CBARC&_PMID=99801505&GPC=LXD&cn=no&viewfullsite=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><br \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ihg.com\/evenhotels\/hotels\/us\/en\/new-york\/nyctt\/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=GoogleMaps-_-VN-_-US-_-NYCTT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>EVEN Hotel New York - Times Square South<\/strong><\/a> <strong>\u2013 12 minute walk<\/strong><br \/>321 West 35th Street<br \/>New York NY 10001<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.evenhotels.com\/redirect?path=asearch&brandCode=VN&localeCode=en&regionCode=1&hotelCode=NYCTT&checkInDate=14&checkInMonthYear=092025&checkOutDate=18&checkOutMonthYear=092025&rateCode=6CBARC&_PMID=99801505&GPC=KLO&cn=no&viewfullsite=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">$369 (room only per night plus taxes)<\/a>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430802074","position":15,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430802074","name":"Is there a\u00a0happy hour or networking event?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes, there will be a happy hour held in the venue from 5:30 \u2013 7.30 pm after the programme.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430810007","position":16,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430810007","name":"What is the barcode on my badge?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"At the conference, you'll notice there\u2019s a barcode on your delegate badge. Our sponsors may request your permission to scan your badge so they can get in touch with you after the conference to discuss their products and services.\u00a0<br \/><br \/>If you agree, the sponsor will receive the following information (if provided when registering your conference ticket): your name, email address, job role, company, company sector, company size and country. By allowing our sponsor to scan your badge, you are giving them permission to request this information from us. Please note, we will not give your details to a sponsor unless you approve the request. You can unsubscribe from any communications you receive.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430826932","position":17,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430826932","name":"Are there any extra sessions?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Office hours sessions will run during the breaks and happy hour to give you an opportunity to meet the speakers and get answers to your questions. Check the schedule for timings\u00a0and other hallway track activities.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430851558","position":18,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1717430851558","name":"Are there nursing and prayer facilities provided at the conference?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<strong>Nursing room<\/strong><br \/>We have a dedicated private, lockable room at the event venue for anyone requiring a place to express or feed during the event. Please just ask a member of staff in a pink T-shirt for directions.\u00a0<br \/><br \/><strong>Is there a space to pray at the venue?\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>We have a prayer room on site for anyone who wishes to pray or meditate during the conference. Please ask a member of staff in a pink t-shirt for more information and location.\u00a0","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1722442025947","position":19,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1722442025947","name":"Can I attend if I'm an engineering manager or tech lead?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"No, this event is for senior engineering leaders only - you must be a manager of managers to attend. We review all tickets and will issue a refund if you purchase a ticket and you do not meet these criteria.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1750948180246","position":20,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1750948180246","name":"Is there anything to explore around the venue during the conference?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"There\u2019s plenty to explore near the Javits Center while you're in town for LeadDev NYC! Make the most of your time with these resources:<br \/><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/corporate.nyctourism.com\/passes\/nyc-delegate-pass?_gl=1*1fl758u*_ga*OTcyNjY3ODYuMTY4OTc4MzIzMw..*_ga_8F91SREMT5*MTcxMjMzNzc4MC4xNzAuMS4xNzEyMzM4MTYyLjYwLjAuMA..\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>NYC Delegate Pass<\/strong><\/a><strong> \u2013 <\/strong>Available to all attendees, exhibitors, meeting planners, and event staff. Enjoy exclusive discounts at restaurants, attractions, museums, and retailers across the city.<br \/><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.business.nyctourism.com\/meeting-planners\/javits-area-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Javits Area Guide<\/strong><\/a><strong> \u2013 <\/strong>Discover top dining, shopping, and entertainment options within walking distance of the venue, curated by NYC Tourism.<br \/><br \/>Check out NYC\u2019s DEI and sustainability focused content:<br \/><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyctourism.com\/guides-and-experiences\/the-black-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>The Black Experience in NYC<\/strong><\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyctourism.com\/guides-and-experiences\/the-latino-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>The Latino Experience in NYC<\/strong><\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyctourism.com\/guides-and-experiences\/the-asian-experience\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>The Asian Experience in NYC<\/strong><\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyctourism.com\/guides-and-experiences\/green-nyc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Sustainability<\/strong><\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyctourism.com\/guides-and-experiences\/lgbtq-NYC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>LGBTQ+<\/strong><\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyctourism.com\/accessible-nyc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Accessible NYC<\/strong><\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyctourism.com\/guides-and-experiences\/halal-travel-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Halal Travel Guide<\/strong><\/a>","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1742470261937","position":21,"url":"https:\/\/leaddev.com\/leadingeng-new-york\/faqs\/#faq-question-1742470261937","name":"What are you doing to lessen the impact of the event on the environment?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<strong>Catering: <\/strong>We try to prioritise plant based options at our events, with at least 50% of the food on offer being vegetarian, We also work with our catering suppliers to use locally sourced ingredients where possible and opt for compostable or reusable dishware. Our suppliers also work to manage portion sizes and we encourage attendees to take only what they need. To find out more about what the venue is doing for sustainability, please <a href=\"https:\/\/javitscenter.com\/sustainability\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">visit their website.\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><br \/><br \/><strong>Signage:<\/strong> We use digital signage and print on recycled or reusable materials. The event app allows attendees to access maps and schedules without the need for printed guidebooks. \u00a0Our signage is sustainably created and will be recycled or repurposed after the event to minimise waste.<br \/><br \/><strong>Travel:<\/strong> We encourage public transport, cycling, shared car travel and economy travel to our staff, speakers, activity hosts and attendees. 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