Frequently Asked Questions
Hope Is Not A Workflow
Tuesday, August 12, 2025 | 8a to 6p | Excellos HQ | San Diego, CA
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Q: I registered for the event, and would like to access the content on-demand. What do I do?
Q: I registered for the event, and would like to access the content on-demand. What do I do?
Check your inbox for the email address that you used to register. You will use your email address and the password provided to log into the portal to access on-demand presentations, videos, and speaker biographies from the day. If you're having any issues, email Jennifer at jenn@teknova.com.
Q: I didn't register for the event, but want to check out the presentations and conversations from the symposium. What do I do?
Q: I didn't register for the event, but want to check out the presentations and conversations from the symposium. What do I do?
Register for the event here as a "Post-Event Attendee", and we'll send you an email in a day or two with access instructions.
Q: The event was awesome, and I would love to attend or sponsor the next one. When is it going to happen?
Q: The event was awesome, and I would love to attend or sponsor the next one. When is it going to happen?
It was a great day! There's nothing better than bringing a passionate and motivated group of people together to foster conversations and community. It's our goal to keep the momentum going and keep bringing our community together. The best way to stay on top of future events is to follow Excellos, Pluristyx, and Teknova on LinkedIn and we'll keep you posted!
Q: What's the dress code?
Q: What's the dress code?
No need to dress up in your boardroom suits or fancy dress — business casual is perfect for a sunny day in San Diego!
Q: Where is Excellos located?
Q: Where is Excellos located?
Excellos is located at 1155 Island Avenue in San Diego, CA, just a few blocks northeast of Petco Park.
The symposium will be taking place on the 8th Floor. When you enter the building through the lobby level, head to Security to let them know you're here for the symposium. They will direct you to the Excellos office on the 8th Floor.
Q: I'm driving in for the day — where should I park, and is parking free?
Q: I'm driving in for the day — where should I park, and is parking free?
Yes! Thanks to our generous sponsors, Genesis and Phase 3 Real Estate, we're able to provide all attendees free parking for the day.
The primary parking location is located in the Excellos building and is accessible via the entrance of 11th Street (it's the blue-outlined building on the reference map). We have 60 spots available in this location. Take a ticket, and we will validate your ticket at the symposium -- be sure to find one of the organizers (Jessica, Priya, or Jenn).
Overflow parking is at the corner of Market and 7th Streets (it's the yellow-outlined lot on the reference map). Simply tell the parking attendant that you're with the "Excellos event" and they will bill us directly. If the attendant is not onsite, follow these instructions at the machine:
Enter your license plate number
Select the "Excellos Rate"
Enter code: 8254
Take your receipt
Q: What floor is the event taking place on?
Q: What floor is the event taking place on?
The symposium will be taking place on the 8th Floor of the Excellos HQ. When you enter the building through the lobby level, head to Security to let them know you're here for the symposium. They will direct you to the Excellos office on the 8th Floor.
Excellos is located at 1155 Island Avenue in San Diego, CA, just a few blocks northeast of Petco Park.
Q: What about food and drinks?
Q: What about food and drinks?
We've got you covered! Starting with breakfast at 8a, followed by coffee, snacks, lunch — and more — we will be providing you with sustenance throughout the day to keep you energized and engaged. And, for our closing Happy Hour, we're thrilled to partner with the Michelin-recommended restaurant, Callie.
Q: I'm attending virtually but I don't have a link to watch the livestream sessions. What do I do?
Q: I'm attending virtually but I don't have a link to watch the livestream sessions. What do I do?
First, thanks for joining us from afar! If you have already signed up as a virtual attendee, you will receive a welcome email shortly with a link to request a calendar invitation for the day. Once you request the calendar invitation, a meeting invitation will be sent to your email with the Teams link. Please don't forward the link to other virtual attendees — we would encourage all participants to register through the symposium directly so we can manage overall attendance. We appreciate your understanding!
As a reminder, virtual attendees are able to join the following livestream sessions:
9 - 11:45a | Opening Remarks and Industry Perspectives
2:30 - 4:15p | Rapid-Fire Sessions
4:15 - 4:45p | Q&A: Panel Discussion
4:45 - 5p | Closing Remarks
Q: I know the day is going to great — will it be photographed for posterity?
Q: I know the day is going to great — will it be photographed for posterity?
Yes, we will have a photographer onsite to capture the energy and various activities of the day. We're hoping to make this an annual event, and plan to use the footage for post-symposium promotion and to support future gatherings.
Q: I'm presenting — when are my slides due and where do I send them?
Q: I'm presenting — when are my slides due and where do I send them?
Q: Will the event materials (e.g. speaker presentations) be shared with attendees?
Q: Will the event materials (e.g. speaker presentations) be shared with attendees?
Yes, we will be loading up all speaker presentations after the event on this website. Once uploaded, we will email all registered attendees to give them a link to access all materials.
Q: Do you have any social media assets that I can use to promote the event?
Q: Do you have any social media assets that I can use to promote the event?
We would for you to promote your attendance and participation in the event, before, during and afterwards! See below for a couple animated GIFs and a static image that you can use on LinkedIn —.simply right click on any image and "Save As" to your computer, then upload to LinkedIn. And be sure to tag fellow attendees and include a few hashtags with your post: #HopeIsNotaWorkflow #CellTherapy #CGT
Social Media: Animated GIF (Blue Background)
Social Media: Animated GIF (Blue Background)
Social Media: Static Image
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