FAQs
Everything you need to know for the morning of ProductCamp! Still can't find an answer to your question, email us at [email protected]!
Photograph Permission Announcement: Video will be recorded and/or photographs at this event. By participating in this event, you are giving permission for ProductCamp Pittsburgh to take photographs and/or video of you and to use the photographs/video containing your image, voice, or likeness for educational and promotional purposes. Such uses include use in publications, websites, advertising, fundraising, and other marketing communications materials. You understand and agree that you will have no rights to the photographs/video taken of you during this event.
Photograph Permission Announcement: Video will be recorded and/or photographs at this event. By participating in this event, you are giving permission for ProductCamp Pittsburgh to take photographs and/or video of you and to use the photographs/video containing your image, voice, or likeness for educational and promotional purposes. Such uses include use in publications, websites, advertising, fundraising, and other marketing communications materials. You understand and agree that you will have no rights to the photographs/video taken of you during this event.
Where is productcamp?
ProductCamp is held at the DICK'S Sporting Goods Customer Support Center
DICK'S Sporting Goods Customer Support Center
345 Court St.
Coraopolis, PA 15108
For driving directions, click here.
DICK'S Sporting Goods Customer Support Center
345 Court St.
Coraopolis, PA 15108
For driving directions, click here.
What do I need to bring the day of the event?
Please bring a copy of your ticket printed or on your phone.
It is recommended to bring business cards or resumes as well for networking and the career fair.
It is recommended to bring business cards or resumes as well for networking and the career fair.
I proposed a session, do I also have to register?
Yes! While we absolutely love that you already submitted a session proposal, you must be registered as well to enter the event. You can still register all the way up to the event.
Where should i check in for the event?
Check-in and registration is mandatory for this event. Check-in is located in the lobby of the main entrance at DICK'S Sporting Goods. Please be sure to have a copy of your ticket (printed or digital).
Registration runs from 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM.
Registration runs from 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM.
What else should I know about check-in?
Check-in and a complimentary breakfast begin at 8:00 A.M.
Please bring a copy of your ticket printed or on your phone - this is required for entrance to the event!
Being on-time is the name of the game! We have a limited number of free swag to give away. Come early or be on time to make sure you get your tshirt and tote bag!
When you check in, you will receive your voting poker chips for the session voting. Everyone gets 3 chips to vote for their favorite sessions.
We also suggest you get your seat early for the opening keynote, as space is limited.
Please bring a copy of your ticket printed or on your phone - this is required for entrance to the event!
Being on-time is the name of the game! We have a limited number of free swag to give away. Come early or be on time to make sure you get your tshirt and tote bag!
When you check in, you will receive your voting poker chips for the session voting. Everyone gets 3 chips to vote for their favorite sessions.
We also suggest you get your seat early for the opening keynote, as space is limited.
Where can I park?
DICK'S Sporting Goods has a large capacity parking lot on campus. Parking is free.
Will there be a shuttle available?
ProductCamp is offering transportation for students at both CMU and PITT the day of the event. Check out the Location & Transportation page for more information.
Be sure to check the shuttle times to know when they are running!
Be sure to check the shuttle times to know when they are running!
What are the unconference principles?
- Whoever comes are the right people.
- Whatever happens is the only thing that could have (happened?).
- Whenever it starts is the right time.
- When it is over, it is over.
When will the agenda be finalized?
After the first morning keynote, we will announce which sessions have been chosen by the attendees and are a part of this year's schedule. (The schedule is not finalized until the morning of ProductCamp, that's why it's an unconference!)
If your session is chosen, you should come to the "Speaker Session Area" outside of XtraPoint in the Every Season's Hall, so we can let you know which room your session will be held in!
You can also find the agenda posted on our Schedule page.
If your session is chosen, you should come to the "Speaker Session Area" outside of XtraPoint in the Every Season's Hall, so we can let you know which room your session will be held in!
You can also find the agenda posted on our Schedule page.
Can I preview the sessions early?
Yes! All proposed sessions are posted online to enable attendees to preview before voting the day of the event.
On the day of the event, each session will have a correlating number for the voting process. Read the sessions online, or in person, and drop your voting poker chip in the corresponding session box.
On the day of the event, each session will have a correlating number for the voting process. Read the sessions online, or in person, and drop your voting poker chip in the corresponding session box.
I submitted a session, when will I know if it was chosen?
Sessions voting occurs from 8:00 A.M. - 9:00 A.M the morning of the event.
We will notify session winners before the end of the keynote. You will be notified via SMS from one of our PrductCamp Volunteers.
If your session is chosen, you should come to the "Speaker Session Area" outside of XtraPoint in the Every Season's Hall, so we can let you know which room your session will be held in!
You can also find the agenda posted on our Schedule page.
You must be present the day of the event for your session to be eligible for voting. If you submitted a session and can no longer attend, please be sure to email [email protected].
We will notify session winners before the end of the keynote. You will be notified via SMS from one of our PrductCamp Volunteers.
If your session is chosen, you should come to the "Speaker Session Area" outside of XtraPoint in the Every Season's Hall, so we can let you know which room your session will be held in!
You can also find the agenda posted on our Schedule page.
You must be present the day of the event for your session to be eligible for voting. If you submitted a session and can no longer attend, please be sure to email [email protected].
What if I submitted a session and I don’t get chosen?
While this outcome is disappointing, we appreciate you! You are free to attend other sessions, network, and make the most of your time at the event.
How does on-site voting work?
Attendees will receive 3 poker chips to use for voting the morning of ProductCamp at Check-In.
Just place a a chip in the corresponding session box that you would like to attend.
Anyone interested in posting a session for consideration into the agenda can submit online up until the day before the event.
You can also propose the session when you arrive that morning at the event. Please, in this scenario you should arrive early and post your topic before voting ends at 9:00 A.M. If your session is not posted by 8:00 A.M. there is a chance you will miss out on potential votes.
Just place a a chip in the corresponding session box that you would like to attend.
Anyone interested in posting a session for consideration into the agenda can submit online up until the day before the event.
You can also propose the session when you arrive that morning at the event. Please, in this scenario you should arrive early and post your topic before voting ends at 9:00 A.M. If your session is not posted by 8:00 A.M. there is a chance you will miss out on potential votes.
Where is the career fair?
The Career Fair is in the Sponsor area on the main floor before the cafeteria (Every Season's Hall). Stop by and talk to the sponsors about open positions. If you opted to share your information with them in the registration form it will be shared with them.
Where is the after party?
The After Party will be on the DICK'S Sporting Campus at the MacNamara Grill, sponsored by CMU MPSP.
What hashtag can I use to share on social?
If you are on the wonderful world of Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn tag us in your posts! #pghpcamp
When I registered, I checked the “I want to Volunteer” box; What should I expect?
All volunteers committed to supporting the event will receive a personal message from the event staff in advance with details. If you do not receive a personal message, you have no commitment to volunteer your time to the event.
I need help, who do I contact?
On the day of the event, look for our ProductCamp volunteers, dressed in BLUE ProductCamp shirts. You can also ask any DICK'S Sporting Goods teammate or security guard for help.
Prior to the event, email us at [email protected]. Please note, this email will not be monitored the day of the event.
Prior to the event, email us at [email protected]. Please note, this email will not be monitored the day of the event.
