When is the booth payment due and where do I send my payment?
The booth payment is due on February 17, 2008 and the payment should be sent to the address listed below.
NCSI
P.O. Box 64466
Baltimore, MD 21264-4466
Who are the key contacts?
Sue Midas, Laura Goodling and Kristin Francies are the key contacts. Kristin can be reached at 301-596-8899 ext. 214 or francies@ncsi.com. Sue can be reached at 301-596-8899 ext. 233 or midas@ncsi.com and Laura can be reached at 301-596-8899 ext. 225 goodling@ncsi.com .
What is included in my booth space?
Items included in the NCSI booth exhibit fee are: standard booth equipment consisting of pipe & drape – 8’ high backwall drape, 3’ high side dividers and a 7”x 44” identification sign.
When and how will I receive my exhibitor information packet?
After you submit your contract, we will mail a CD with all of the necessary information about exhibiting at the conference to the mailing address that was provided on the contract. This CD will also include the general service contractor’s information.
Can I access all of the necessary order forms and General Service Contractor information online?
Yes. All of the information that you will receive on the CD will also be posted on the DoDIIS website and password protected. The contact on the contract will receive a username and password to access this information.
What kind of sponsorships are available?
A variety of sponsorships are available. Please contact your NCSI Sales Representative Sue Midas or Laura Goodling for more information. Sue can be reached at 301-596-8899 ext. 233 or midas@ncsi.com and Laura can be reached at 301-596-8899 ext. 225 goodling@ncsi.com .
Can I host private events off-site or at the Convention Center?
No, Exhibitors may not conduct, produce or sponsor any event, party, reception, hospitality suite, social activity, meeting or product demo for and/or with conference attendees, whether on-property or off-property, without the express written permission of NCSI.
Who is the official show decorator?
Freeman is the official show decorator.
What if I am using a contractor other than the official show decorator, also referred to as an Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC)?
Please fill the Non-Official Contractor form and return it to Exposition Services. The form is located in the Freeman Exhibitor Service Kit.
Is the Exhibit Hall carpeted?
No it is not carpeted. It is a requirement that you carpet your exhibit space. You may order carpet from the General Service Contractor Freeman.
Who can I contact about renting/building a booth/display?
Freeman
Can I sell products/services from my booth?
Direct cash sales from the show floor are not permitted.
Can I bring my own food and beverage to distribute in my booth?
All food and beverages dispensed or given away at booths must be supplied and prepared by the San Diego Convention Center. All food and beverage orders must receive prior approval from show management, please contact your NCSI Sales Representative.
What do I do if I need to cancel my booth?
All cancellations must be in writing and shall become effective when received by NCSI. The Exhibitor will be responsible for 100% of the total exhibit space cost if cancelled on or after January 1, 2008.
Can I break down early?
With respect to fellow exhibitors and attendees on the exhibit floor, no display may be dismantled or packing started before the official move-out time.
How do I order Lead Retrieval?
The Lead Retrieval form will be available in your Exhibitor Information Packet. You will also be able to order a Lead Retrieval on site at the conference.
Where can I find information on ordering show related services, such as Internet and Audio Visual?
Internet and A/V will be provided by the San Diego Convention Center. These order forms will also be available in your Exhibitor Information Packet.
Where can I find shipping information?
This information is in your Freeman Exhibitor Information Kit.
What is drayage?
Drayage is delivery of exhibit material from the dock to assigned exhibit space, removing empty crates, returning crates at the end of the shoe for re-crating, and delivering materials back to the dock for carrier loading.
How many exhibitor badges do I get with my booth?
You get 4 exhibitor badges per 10x10 booth. If you would like to purchase additional exhibitor badges, they are $150 per person.
What does an exhibitor badge give me access to?
Your exhibitor badge gives you access to the Exhibit Hall. It DOES NOT give you access to the General Session or breakout sessions. If you are interested in attending those, click here to register as a full conference attendee.
How do I get badges for my exhibitor booth personnel?
The form to register for your exhibitor badges will be in your Exhibitor Information Packet or you may register online.
If you are not attending the event and are the Exhibit Coordinator, please click here to register all of your booth personnel for the event. Please enter your information on the first page and select Coordinator/Executive Assistant when prompted to.
If you are a booth representative and would like to register yourself along with any other booth personnel,
please click here.
