EMERGE Financial Health FAQs

1. Make a tentative plan of the sessions you want to attend.
2. Download the mobile app to explore speakers, sessions, sponsors, and fellow attendees.
3. Head to our attendee lounge for refreshments, space to chat with fellow attendees and sponsors, a bookstore, and more!
4. Enjoy great food and conversation with fellow attendees during the receptions, breakfasts, and lunches.
5. Schedule time to catch up with old colleagues or make the most of in-person by setting aside time to meet someone new.
6. Connect with others across industries for optimal cross-pollination of ideas. 
7. Make connections, swap business cards, and save the contact information. You never know who your company might partner up with in the future.
8. Take lots of notes in our handy conference guide, and then jot down a plan of action to integrate what you’ve learned into your work.
9. Schedule personal downtime to decompress and contemplate new ideas. Our wellness walk on Thursday offers an invigorating start to the day and a great way to see the city. 
10. Soak up three days of inspiration in our vibrant Los Angeles locale, or take some more time to explore the area before or after the conference.

The EMERGE app will be your go-to resource during the conference for creating your personalized schedule, connecting with fellow attendees, and more.

• Search either app store for ‘EMERGE Events’ and download to your device. iPhone | Android
• Within the EMERGE app, search for EMERGE Financial Health to install this year’s event. 
• Enter your first name, last name, and the email address you registered with.
• You should receive a verification code to the email you used during registration.
• Don’t forget to fill out your profile and accept push notifications to stay up to date during the conference.

Mobile operating systems iOS 14 and higher or Android 10 and higher is required.

Need more help? Contact us at emerge@finhealthnetwork.org.

Our Member-exclusive session begins at 10:00 AM PT on Wednesday, September 21.

Our General session kicks off at 1:00 PM PT on Wednesday, September 21.

Los Angeles is on Pacific Time.

Once you arrive, follow the signs to the Ray Dolby Ballroom in Salon 3 to register and get your badge and materials. It will be located on the 5th floor of the hotel, outside past the pool deck – just walk outside to find the registration area. Registration will be available beginning Wednesday, September 21 at 9:00 AM PT. 

Stay connected with fellow attendees and EMERGE on social media! We just launched our Instagram account – post pictures, videos, and comments using the hashtags #EMERGE #FinancialHealth and #LeanForward.

Attendees return to EMERGE year after year for their powerful connections with peers to exchange ideas, create partnerships, and develop innovations. To get connected as a first-time attendee:  

• Attend networking breakfasts, lunches, and breaks
• Meet up and spend time in the attendee lounge
• Introduce yourself and be sure to fill out your profile on the mobile app

• Comfortable clothes and shoes to walk in
• Business cards
• An open mind, ready to be surprised by new ideas from speakers and colleagues

Good news: You can leave the suits at home! All EMERGE sessions encourage casual to business casual attire. Keep in mind that temperatures in Los Angeles will be in the lower 80’s, but inside the AC may feel cool – remember to pack a light sweater. We also encourage attendees to pack comfortable clothes for our wellness walk on Thursday morning. Start your days energized to enhance your conference experience. 

We also suggest attendees pack casual clothes to venture out into the urban oasis of Hollywood and Los Angeles, from the famous sign to the hills. Get a head start on your adventures with this Hollywood and LA guide.

While sessions span many interests and industries, there are also many valuable sessions well-suited for all audiences.

Wednesday
Keynote Address: The Policy and Potential of Financial Health
Michael J. Hsu, Acting Comptroller of the Currency

Thursday
Voices of Economic Struggle
Jessica Bruder, “Nomadland” Author and Journalist

Friday
Designing Financial Health for All
Rob Curtis, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, Daylight

Use the online EMERGE schedule for a bird’s-eye view of the conference and to help plan your personal schedule of sessions. 

A few other scheduling tips:

• Don’t cram your schedule so full that you don’t have downtime. Give yourself space to breathe and time to connect with other attendees. 
• Leave gaps in your schedule for spontaneous choices. Keeping some time unplanned will allow you to take recommendations from fellow attendees and respond to the event in real-time.
• Build your schedule in the EMERGE mobile app. Favorite the sessions you plan on attending to add them to your personalized schedule. 

EMERGE Financial Health is presented by the Financial Health Network, a trusted resource for business leaders, policymakers, and innovators united in a mission to build a brighter financial future for all. We’re hosting three innovation lunches on Thursday to share more information about our organization. Choose one that most interests you.

Please consult our Safety and Wellness and Cancellation policies.

Please consult our cancellation policy.

You can see who else is attending EMERGE Financial Health by checking the attendees list in the mobile app.