Personal VS Company Expenses:
WPG provides cash to employees to cover travel expenses (e.g. taxis, food, snacks, water). These funds are not intended for personal expenses or entertainment. All receipts for travel-related costs must be saved. If a receipt is not available, fill out a receipt card. Several blank cards will be included with the cash you get from accounting.
All receipts for travel-related costs must be saved.
Purchases needed to complete company tasks are reasonable. Anything purchased with company money is considered company property, unless used up on the trip1. Anything purchased purely for comfort or convenience is a personal expense (e.g. non-preapproved seat upgrades.) If you have questions about personal expenses, consult a department manager. Non-WPG employee expenses are not covered by the company.
Meals are covered by the company. There is no need to choose the cheapest option or to eat infrequently, however upscale dining should be reserved for entertaining VIP customers or when casual dining is not safely available.
1-2 drinks with a meal is covered. Excessive drinking is a personal expense. Illegal activity is grounds for termination.
Generally the first day it will be necessary to arrive a little earlier than other days. There will be some last minute set up details that need to be taken care of, and it is a good idea to make sure everything is in working order.
Keep in mind the objective of the show you attend.
General objectives of shows:
- Introduce new products/services
- Gain prospects
- Build brand awareness
- Enter a new market
- Retain current customers