Frequently Asked Questions 

March 2-5, 2025. The Annual Meeting times are listed in U.S. Eastern Standard Time (EST). 

The meeting will be held at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center 

View the schedule highlights (https://autm.net/2025/schedule-highlights)  or detailed session descriptions (https://autm.net/2025/schedule) . 

Yes. You can register for a one-day pass here. 

Cancellation of registration must be submitted to AUTM in writing, via email to info@autm.net, and must be dated on or before 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, to receive a refund — less a $150 USD registration cancellation processing fee. After the deadline, no refunds will be granted. Additionally, refunds will not be granted for no-shows. 

Substitutions of a registered AUTM attendee are allowed. A $50 USD processing fee will apply to all substitutions if notified in writing by 5:00 p.m. EDT Friday, February 21, 2025. If the original registrant was registered as an AUTM member, the new registrant must also be a member or join membership upon registering. After Friday, February 21, 2025, no substitutions will be allowed. 

You must be a current AUTM Member during the year of the event to receive the Member rate. If you should cancel your AUTM 2025 Annual Meeting registration, it does not apply to your AUTM Membership dues paid during the registration process. 

Renew old connections or make new ones at the many Annual Meeting receptions and networking events. Scheduled events include:
Sunday, March 2
4 – 5 p.m. First-time Attendee Briefing and Reception
6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall Reception
Monday, March 3
6 – 8 p.m. Opening Reception
Wednesday, March 5
4:30 - 6 p.m. Closing Reception

And don't forget to schedule your partnering meetings in advance via AUTM Connect. Log in early to get your requests in before schedules fill! (password required). 

While we encourage you to join AUTM for all of the amazing benefits (https://autm.net/membership/member-benefits ) such as an Annual Meeting discount, non-Members may of course also register. Please see our registration page for more details: 

Registration will be open through March 5th. However, we encourage you to register before December 11th to take advantage of the early bird rates. 

All forms of payment are accepted including AMEX, VISA, Mastercard, and Discover. We will also accept purchase orders, check payments, and wire transfers.

Attendees will be able to earn up to 11.25 hours of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) accreditation in those states requiring continuing legal education (In some states, credits may vary, approval pending).

The Annual Meeting is a great time to start your Registered Technology Transfer Professional credential. For more information click here: https://attp.global/application-process/introduction-to-rttp/

AUTM is committed to ensuring all attendees can fully engage in the Meeting. Indicate your specific requirements by noting them during the registration process and by contacting us at info@autm.net. You can also find more information on the website: https://autm.net/2025/accessibility

AUTM Hill Day is a special post-Meeting event to be held on March 6 - available to TTO Directors and office leads. Visit the AUTM on the Hill Day webpage for more information.

Check out our online option, AM25 Anywhere. AM25 Anywhere allows you to access the Annual Meeting online experience which includes educational content and networking opportunities on your own time! By registering for AM25 Anywhere, you can network with attendees via AUTM Connect, our partnering platform. You can schedule virtual meetings with all attendees. You will also have access to recorded educational content to watch at your leisure.