Exhibitor Checklist

The Welcome Show 2011 is coming soon and we can’t wait to see you there!

Here is a checklist of critical steps for all exhibitors.

1. Register booth workers

Click here to register booth workers for booth badges and events through your existing registration. Your existing registration confirmation number is. Alternatively, your employees may register themselves by clicking here and selecting “General Attendee” and then choosing “Exhibiting Company Employee” from the industry selection dropdown in the additional information section.

2. Register for Keynote Breakfast

Our keynote speaker, TripAdvisor’s Brian Payea, has a great message for anyone concerned about their online presence. Sit at the table with attendees and enjoy a great breakfast. Click here to register. Space is limited!

3. Register for Welcome Aboard! Dinner Cruise

The 300-seat dinner cruise on the Cape Fear River is a great way to socialize with attendees. Click here to register. Space is limited!

4. Contact Fern Expo Services for any booth needs

The Welcome Show decorator is Fern Expo Services. Click here for info.

5. Order optional Lead Retrieval Equipment

This is done directly through Bartizan. Click here for order form.

6. Book hotel accommodations

We’ve got great negotiated rates for Welcome Show participants. Click here for a list.

7. Submit forms for any food sampling

If you wish to distribute food or beverage samples at Welcome Show you must submit the following forms by August 31: Request for Food Sampling (this form should be faxed to the Convention Center at 910-251-5102) and Health Dept Application (this form should be sent directly to the Health Department).

8. Order electricity/utilities if needed

The convention center handles this directly. Click here for info. Deadline is Aug. 31.

9. Advertise in Welcome Show Daily News.

Welcome Show Daily News is Welcome Show’s official magazine that will be distributed at the show. It will be delivered to the hotel rooms of all Welcome Show attendees and exhibitors. Reach attendees before the show with our e-newsletter! Contact 303-670-8095 or email jay@foodservicedailynews.com for more information.

10. Tell your colleagues, customers, and prospects to register! It’s easy!

Early registration ends August 12. Send invitations by using this easy link.

Setup: Wednesday, Sept. 14, 8 AM – 5 PM
Exhibit Hall Open: Thursday, Sept. 15, 10 AM – 5 PM, and Friday, Sept. 16, 10 AM – 3 PM
Location: Wilmington Convention Center
Address: 515 Nutt Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

If you have any questions regarding this checklist feel free to call us at 877-627-9464 or email service@welcomeshow.com