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Is there a dress code?

We recommend following a business casual dress code. 

How was last year’s showcase?

If you need to request a refund due to a visa denial:

  1. Open your Rising Stars 2026 registration confirmation email.
  2. Click the “Click here to Modify your Registration” link.
  3. Under the “My Registration” tab, choose to modify or cancel your registration.

Refunds will be processed to the original method of payment. Please ensure your payment card is able to accept international refunds.

All refund and cancellation requests must also be received no later than December 12, 2025. A US$50 administrative fee will be deducted from each refund.

For any registration-related questions, please contact the Registration Chair, Peijung Tsai, at [email protected]

Should I bring any resumes?

Absolutely! There are ample opportunities to share your resume with sponsors, speakers, and fellow attendees.  We encourage you to print several resumes before you arrive.

I need a visa letter to attend - what do I do?

Complete your registration for the conference and check box the Visa button during registration checkout. See below for the visa-related refund policy.

If you need to request a refund due to a visa denial:

  1. Open your Rising Stars 2026 registration confirmation email.
  2. Click the “Click here to Modify your Registration” link.
  3. Under the “My Registration” tab, choose to modify or cancel your registration.

Refunds will be processed to the original method of payment. Please ensure your payment card is able to accept international refunds.

All refund and cancellation requests must also be received no later than December 12, 2025. A US$50 administrative fee will be deducted from each refund.

For any registration-related questions, please contact the Registration Chair, Peijung Tsai, at [email protected]

Can high schoolers attend?

Absolutely! However, they must be accompanied by an adult if they are under 18 years of age. 

What hotel should I book?

Registrants will be given a discounted rate at the Luxor. Once you register, you will receive a special link to book Hotel at a discounted rate. But you do not need to book there to attend the conference.

How much does the hotel cost?

Please click here to visit our venue page for more details including hotel prices