Frequently Asked Questions

• ABOUT GLC
• FORMAT
• REGISTRATION & PARTICIPATION
• CHAPTER OFFICER TRAINING
• ATTENDING IN PERSON
• ATTENDING VIRTUALLY

ABOUT GLC

What is the Global Leadership Conference (GLC)?

For decades, EO’s Global Leadership Conference – or GLC – has played a critical role in defining leadership paths, serving as a stage for success and significance within the EO ecosystem.

GLC is the organization’s flagship event and empowers member leaders with the tools, knowledge and networks they need to excel in their new chapter leadership roles. Alongside leadership training, GLC provides a moment for members from across the world to engage with thought leaders, make life-enhancing connections with other members and unleash their potential.

Why should I attend GLC?

GLC is THE EO event of the year – it’s an opportunity to learn and engage with fellow members across the world!

You’ll have access to ground-breaking learning opportunities with thought leaders, as well as opportunities to network with like-minded members through MyEO events, connect with businesses through EOxpo and network one-on-one in-person or through the Swapcard platform.

In-person attendees also have the option to explore the incredible city of Cape Town.

FORMAT

When is the event?

GLC 2023 will be held virtually and in Cape Town from 25-27 April 2023. Pre-registration for GLC opens in the afternoon of 24 April.

• 25-27 April: Cape Town
• 25-27 April: Virtual programming

Who is invited to attend in person?

Registration in Cape Town will be opened first to incoming Chapter Officers.

If non-officer EO members want to attend in-person, any remaining available spaces will be opened to general members on Thursday, 2 March at 9am ET at a cost of US$1100 per person.

Members are welcome to bring a Spouse/Life Partner (SLP).

How much does it cost?

GLC is complimentary for any member who attends virtually, and for six (6) Chapter Officers per chapter in-person. If more than six Chapter Officers from any one chapter attend, there is a fee of US$1100 per person.

If non-officer EO members and/or SLPs wants to attend in-person, there will be a cost of US$1100 per person. General membership seats will be released on Thursday, 2 March at 9 am ET.

Who constitutes member leaders that can attend in-person?

Tier 1 leaders (Global Board, Regional Chairs, Portfolio/Change Chairs) and incoming Chapter Officers will be able to attend. At the end of February, any remaining seats will open for EO members to attend.

What is the format of GLC 2023? How will it be different to previous years?

GLC 2023 will be a hybrid in-person and online experience staged from Cape Town, South Africa. The three-day event will return to its roots in-person, at one location, from the Cape Town Convention Centre from 25-27 April, 2023, and offer in-person networking and learning experiences that help EO members connect, develop and grow. Virtual programming for EO members will include select main stage speakers.

Similar to events that preceded the pandemic, this GLC will have Chapter Officer Training at its core. In 2023, that training will take place over the course of two days and be designed for member leaders from around the world who have volunteered to serve in a leadership capacity the next year. That way, chapter board members can learn from their peers and be fully prepared to deliver impact and value for their fellow members.

Who will be able to tune in to the virtual content?

All EO members and their Spouse/Life Partners will be able to tune in virtually to select programming.

What is the schedule for 2023 GLC?

Monday, 24 April 2023

Pre-registration will open mid-afternoon at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (exact timings will be announced closer to the event).

Day One: Tuesday, 25 April 2023

7am – 10am – Registration

10am -12pm – General Session

1:30 – 4:30pm – COT Training

5 – 6pm – General Session

6–7pm – MyEO Industries Roundtables (Limited availability: first come, first serve)

6–7pm – MyEO Women Happy Hour CONNECTion (Limited availability: Register here)

Evening – EO Leadership Dinner (by invite only)

Day Two: Wednesday, 26 April 2023

8am–1pm – Chapter Officer Training

8am – 1pm – Off-site Learn Arounds (Non-COT attendees including SLPs)*

1:30pm – 6:30pm – Off-site Learn Arounds (COTs)*

*Learn Around timings may vary by up to an hour based on the opportunity

Evening – Dinners on your own / Chapter Board Dinners / MyEO Dinners

Day Three: Thursday, 27 April 2023

9am – 12pm – General Session

1:30 – 2:45pm – Concurrent Workshop Sessions

3:15 – 5:30pm – General Session

7pm – Evening Social

REGISTRATION & PARTICIPATION

When will registration open?

Registration for 2023 GLC will open to incoming Chapter Officers and virtual participants on Wednesday, 18 January 2023 at 5am EDT (Eastern Daylight Time).

Registration will open to General Members Thursday, 2 March 2023 at 9 am ET.

Who will be messaged when registration for 2023 GLC opens?

All members will receive a communication when registration opens.

How can I register?

Chapter Officers have the option of attending in-person. The link to register for Cape Town is here.

All members and Chapter Officers wishing to join GLC virtually from the comfort of their own home can register here.

I’m not an EO member – can I attend?

GLC is only open to EO members and their SLPs. Spouses and Life Partners (SLPs) will be able to register for GLC using the same registration link.

Will simultaneous interpretation be available during the live events?

Yes. The virtual platform and in-person experience will be capable of translating into several languages.

Will the sessions be available after GLC?

Yes. Select speakers and sessions from 2023 GLC will be available on the EO Learning Platform after the event. Access will be exclusive to EO members and EO staff. Some content will be available for a limited time.

Can Chapter Managers register Board Members on their behalf?

We encourage members to register themselves to protect their passwords, as well as read and accept various waivers of liability.

CHAPTER OFFICER TRAINING

What is Chapter Officer Training (COT)?

COT is critical training for Chapter Officers to enable them to excel in their leadership role. In these sessions, incoming Chapter Officers gain the skills needed to perform in their role, discover tools they can use to make their job easier, and best practice share with chairs from around the globe.

Am I supposed to attend COT?

Chapter Officer Training is for incoming Chapter Officers. If you are not an incoming Chapter Officer, you will not need to attend COT.

How many officers can each chapter send to in-person GLC?

Each chapter can send six (6) Chapter Officers to GLC, and EO will cover the cost. For any additional officers, there will be an out of pocket of US$1100 per person.

GLC is open to the whole incoming chapter board, however, EO will only cover the cost of six (6) Chapter Officers. For any additional officers over six, there will be a user-pay of US$1100 per person.

What tracks are being offered this year?

There are 12 Chapter Officer Training tracks being offered this year:

1. Accelerator
2. AD
3. Finance
4. Forum
5. GSEA
6. Engagement
7. Learning
8. Marketing communication
9. Membership
10. MyEO
11. Presidents
12. Strategic Alliances

As a reminder, Chapter Board attendance for in-person GLC Chapter Officer Training will be limited to one (1) Chapter Officer role per chapter. For example, only one Learning Chair-Elect may attend the Learning Track. The only exception to the rule is the President Elect-Elect, who is invited to attend the Presidents track in addition to the President-Elect; other Elect-Elect positions will not be invited to attend GLC Chapter Officer Training.

What is the format of COT?

COT is in-person this year, taking place in Cape Town 25 and 26 April. Some tracks may include additional virtual training or other materials as part of their teachings. Your track’s staff lead will be in touch about pre-work and other resources in the lead up to the in-person training in April.

Individual tracks will not be recorded for later viewing. The in-person COT experience is designed for incoming Chapter Officers to network, connect and learn from one another.

Will there be a track for Chapter Staff this year?

There will not be a track for Chapter staff at 2023 GLC. Chapter Staff attending GLC in-person in place of a Chapter Officer can attend their track in their place, with the exception of the President’s track.

Are Board Chairs who don’t have a track at GLC able to attend another track?

Only the Chapter Officers that are assigned to a track should attend that track. There will be other activities available for general members and spouses and life partners unable to attend Chapter Officer Training, which anyone without a track can also attend. They will still have access to the organizational messaging onstage as well as any of the learning opportunities.

ATTENDING IN PERSON

What do I need to know about attending in-person?

All information about accommodation, visas, transportation and more information around attending in Cape Town can be found here.

Can Spouses and Life Partners (SLPs) register for 2023 GLC?

Spouses and Life Partners (SLPs) will be able to register to attend GLC in-person by being added as a guest when their affiliated EO member registers.

For user-pay SLP package add-ons, a separate registration will be launched on Thursday, 2 March at 9am ET.

What evening socials are planned for 2023 GLC?

The GLC social will take place on the evening of the 27 April. The evenings of the 24- 26 April are free and provide an opportunity for Chapter Boards to host Chapter dinners, as well as MyEO dinners.

ATTENDING VIRTUALLY

Where is the virtual conference hosted?

GLC will be hosted on the innovative Swapcard platform, which we used for GLCs in both 2021 and 2022.

What is Swapcard?

Swapcard is the official conference platform for 2023 GLC. Its innovative technology allows you to engage with the live presentations, connect one-on-one and in groups with other members, access AI-powered matchmaking and more.

How do members log in to Swapcard?

After you register for GLC, you should receive an email with log-in instructions from [email protected]. Please make sure you check your junk / spam inbox.

Once you’ve logged in and created a password, you can start building your profile.

Will any virtual Chapter Officer Training take place this year?

Chapter Officer Training will only be offered in-person in Cape Town, though some tracks may have additional virtual sessions, depending on the position. Your track’s staff lead will be in touch about pre-work and other resources in the lead up to the in-person training in April.