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BLUEPRINT 4D Attendee Checklist
We can’t wait to see you in Dallas!
Be sure you’re prepared and ready for a week of learning and fun!
Accessing the BLUEPRINT 4D Event App
Important: Event registration is required to access the BLUEPRINT 4D event app and agenda.
Download the Quest Event App
You will be able to log in to the mobile app one hour after you register.
Log in using your registration email as your user name and password: BP4D 26.
Already downloaded the Quest Event App when attending a previous Quest event?
Follow these steps:
Tap on the gear icon in the top right corner
Tap “Exit to Event List”
Select BLUEPRINT 4D 26
Build your agenda
Here’s how:
Agenda
From the home screen, tap “Session Schedule” to see a full list of sessions by day and time.
Filter
To filter by product and track, tap the gray box at the bottom of your screen with the filter icon. Then select all filters that apply.
Add sessions to your schedule
Tap any session to open session details. To add to your schedule, click the Star icon located in the green nav bar on the left. To see your schedule, select “My Schedule” from the home menu.
Monday Registration & Happy Hour
Skip the line Tuesday morning and visit on-site registration and badge pick-up Monday from 3-7 pm. Then treat yourself at the Early Registration Happy Hour, sponsored by Avalara! Come by a for a refreshment from 3-6 pm on the 5th floor in the West Foyer.
Hotel Information
Hotel Room Block closes April 13th!
Book now to secure conference rates (and no resort fee!) Availability is limited, and the block officially closes on April 13th.
Hilton Anatole – BLUEPRINT 4D Headquarters Hotel
2201 N Stemmons Fwy// Dallas, TX 75207
Conference rates starting at $274 a night.
When you stay at the Hilton Anatole, just north of Dallas, you’ll find an entertainment complex designed to relax and delight you and your family. Discover an outdoor pool complex with slides and a lazy river, an award-winning fitness club, a spa, dining options, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
In-Person Attendees
What’s included with my full conference registration pass?
Entry and access to 350+ education sessions across BLUEPRINT 4D
Conference general sessions and keynotes
Special Interest Group (SIG) and networking sessions
Exhibitor Showcase entrance (including Tuesday and Wednesday evening receptions)
Morning coffee and afternoon refreshments throughout the week
Lunch (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)
Orientation for new attendees
Quest-opoly game with over 100 chances to win!
Do I need a Quest membership to register?
Membership is not required, but Quest Members* save up to 45% off non-member event rates.
Explore membership options here.
* Professional and Corporate Quest members receive conference registration discounts.
Should I book my hotel through Quest’s hotel block?
Yes, rooms booked through the Quest room block at the Hilton Anatole qualify for special rates. Limited rooms are available at best rate, so book early!
How can I download the BLUEPRINT 4D mobile app?
More information about how to download and access the BLUEPRINT 4D mobile app will available soon.
Are meals included in my registration?
Yes, the conference agenda lists conference meals, breaks and receptions.
How do I update or cancel my registration? How do I submit a substitution request?
To manage your registration, log in to your Quest Account. Go to “My Registrations.”
If you are unable to make the changes needed, please email registration@questoraclecommunity.org.
What should I wear to the conference?
We suggest wearing business casual attire. We also recommend bringing a sweater or jacket, in case meeting rooms are cooler than desired (meeting room temperatures are set at maximum seating capacity.)
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Wi-Fi is accessible in hotel sleeping rooms and conference meeting space. We will provide information on connecting to Wi-Fi in the conference meeting space onsite.
Contact us
Registration
Exhibitors & Sponsors
Ken Piddington
CIO
US Silica
Education, Leadership & Affiliations
- BS in Business, Management & Leadership, Northeastern University
- Serves on multiple boards, including Energy Institute High School and the Quest Oracle User Community
- Program Mentor, Columbia University Masters Technology Management
- 2022 Houston CIO of the Year Orbie award winner
Professional Biography
Ken Piddington is a transformational, global business technology executive who creates a strategic vision and mission, positioning to scale, and driving initiatives that enable high business growth. Strategist who builds deep trust within IT organization, fostering collaborative, open, and trusting environment focused on problem-solving, innovation, and continuous improvement. Ken is an innovative change agent and CEO partner with a strong legacy in all business cycles, including high growth, business transformation, mergers and acquisitions integration, and an entrepreneurial spirit. He is a strategic business partner who leverages emerging technology solutions across multi-industry verticals – logistics, retail, manufacturing, oil and gas, and consulting to accelerate the pace of bottom-line results. As an award-winning thought leader and published author, he is respected for game changing industry contributions, and his passion for talent development and customer satisfaction.
Currently, Ken leads as the Vice President and CIO at U.S. Silica. He is responsible for defining and executing its business technology strategy and leading its digital transformation initiatives.
Ken previously served as CIO for Global Partners LP, SGR Energy, and MRE Consulting. At each company, he contributed to tremendous growth and transformation. He actively participated in Global Partners’ revenue growth from $6 billion to $20 billion in four years. SGR Energy had 1700% revenue growth, and the company was named Houston’s fastest-growing privately held company by the Houston Business Journal. While at MRE, Ken turned an internal project into a marketable, adding a new revenue stream for the company.
Ken serves on the Quest Oracle User Community’s board of directors and is a board member with the Friends of Energy Institute, supporting the Energy Institute High School. Ken is also an Advisory Board member for the CIO Executive Council and a mentor in their leadership development program.
In 2022 Ken received the Houston CIO of the Year Orbie award. He has been named a Computerworld Premier 100 Technology leader, is a CIO100 award winner, and has twice been recognized as an InformationWeek 500 Top Technology Innovator. Ken is recognized as an industry thought leader, a regular speaker at business and association conferences, and featured in multiple media publications.
Ken holds a Bachelor of Science in Management & Leadership from Northeastern University and attended Graceland College, where he played football and baseball. Today, Ken makes Houston, Texas, his home.