Question 1

What are the dates and location of ICON25?

Accepted Answer

CON25 is a one-day experience on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the Lowcountry Conference Center in Summerville, South Carolina. The day includes morning and afternoon sessions, followed by the evening ICON Awards Celebration.

Lowcountry Conference Center
406 Sigma Dr, Summerville, SC 29486

Question 2

What’s included in my ticket?

Accepted Answer

Your General Admission ticket includes:
Access to all main stage & breakout sessions
Curated networking experiences
Catered lunch + all-day coffee bar
ICON25 swag bag + premium surprises
Live entertainment (yes, it’s a whole vibe)
Entry to the ICON Awards Celebration (if you purchase the full conference ticket)

Just want to attend the ICON Awards?
You can purchase a Awards-Only ticket that gives you access to:
Red carpet experience
Catered dinner & drinks
Live entertainment & curated experiences
ICON Awards Ceremony
Networking with conference attendees and community leaders

Question 3

Will I get to choose which breakout sessions I attend?

Accepted Answer

Yes! ICON25 features tailored learning tracks for HR professionals, business owners, and ambitious professionals. You’ll have the freedom to mix and match sessions based on your goals — no pre-selection required.

Question 4

What’s the dress code?

Accepted Answer

Conference Days: Come as your most powerful self — think bold, business casual with personality.
Gala Night: Cocktail attire is encouraged — polished and celebratory, without the need for formal gowns or tuxedos.

Question 5

Is food provided?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Your ticket may include:
Breakfast during conference days
Daily lunch during conference days
All-day coffee bar + beverages
Dinner at the Awards Celebration

Question 6

Will there be time to network?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. ICON25 is intentionally built with curated connection points throughout the event — from breaks and community sessions to speed networking, speaker meetups and more.

Question 7

Can I come alone?

Accepted Answer

YES. Many attendees come solo and leave with a whole new circle.

Question 8

Can I sponsor the event or be a vendor?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we love aligned partnerships. Please reach out to ssoutherland@innovatehcs.com to request more information and start the conversation.

Question 9

Are refunds available?

Accepted Answer

We do not offer refunds, but tickets can be transferred to another attendee up to 2 weeks before the event.

Question 10

Will there be photos or video taken?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we’ll have photographers and videographers onsite capturing the magic. By attending, you consent to potentially being featured in ICON25 marketing materials. Come camera-ready 😉

Question 11

I still have a question — who can I contact?

Accepted Answer

We got you. Reach out to the ICON team directly at ssoutherland@innovatehcs.com and we’ll respond within 48 hours.

ICON25 FAQ — Everything You Need to Know