We are excited that you will be joining us in Atlanta during the 147th AVMA Annual Convention, July 31 – August 2, 2010 at the Georgia World Congress Center
You asked and we listened . . . The 2010 AVMA convention will feature a 3-day exhibit hall with shortened hours. Also, to encourage more traffic, we're serving complimentary beverages to attendees in the hall twice a day.
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2010 Exhibit Hall Schedule
Saturday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Monday 9:30 am – 4:00 pm |
Free beverages for attendees in the hall Saturday – Monday
9:30 – 10:30 am
3:00 – 3:30 pm |
Take advantage of marketing opportunities included with your booth rental
- Easy online management of your company information
- Your company’s description online and in the onsite Exhibit Guide
- Link to your company Web site
- Two product descriptions — searchable by attendees
A strong company profile is your best promotion
Attendees can use the online Exhibitor Search, Product Search and Virtual hall floorplan to create a personalized exhibit hall itinerary. Your company profile should grab the attendee's attention and get you on their "must see" exhibitor list.
Your exhibitor console holds all of your company and contact information.
Go to the AVMA Convention Web site and click Exhibitor Login on the For Exhibitors menu dropdown.
- Enter the password you received in your booth confirmation letter.
- When the console opens, click Edit Booth Info.
- Add or edit your contact information.
- Use the Welcome Message box, to add your company tagline, or an attention-grabbing message, such as, "Show Special! Visit booth 1234 and receive 10% off your order!."
- Enter your company description in the Print Profile field. This information is used online and in the printed Exhibitor Guide (50 word limit).
- Add your company Web site URL.
- Check up to 2 Products/Service categories that describe your primary business.
- Remember to click the Save button!
New this year — Product Search
In addition to your profile and marketing message, you can now add up to two product names for the attendee Product Search function.
- Log in to your console and click on Edit in the Products box.
- Enter a Product Name and basic description or product type.
- Use the Product Detail section for more information or promotion.
- You can upload one image per product. Choose either a small or large graphic (72 dpi — jpg, jpeg, or gif files only).
- After you click "Save," the Edit Product page will stay open so you can add a second product. Or, return later to add or edit products or graphics.
CONTACT INFORMATION Contact: Sherri O'Neill • Logistics Manager • soneill@avma.org •
847-285-6673 (direct line) • Fax: 847.925.1329
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1931 N. Meacham Rd., • Suite 100 • Schaumburg, IL 60173 |
| DATES & DEADLINES |
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Friday, April 30
Balance due for exhibit spaces and last day for cancellation with refund (less a 25% of booth fee administrative charge).
Monday, June 28
Exhibit guide descriptions due.
Friday, July 2
Deadline to submit names for registration badges
Friday, July 30
Deadline for delivery of displays at the Georgia World Congress Center
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| EXHIBIT SCHEDULE |
Exhibit Set up
Thursday, July 29 - Friday July 30
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Booth set up must be completed by
5:00 pm Friday, July 30
Registration
Thursday, July 29 - Monday, August 2
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Hours
Saturday, July 31 - Sunday, August 1
9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Monday, August 2
9:30 am – 4:00 pm
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| EXHIBIT TEAR DOWN |
Monday, August 2
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, August 3
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
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| BEYOND-the-BOOTH |
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Sponsorships and Advertising offer beyond-the-booth visibility .
Increase your presence before, during and after Convention through sponsorship and advertising. Our enhanced and expanded Convention Partnership Program offers marketing opportunities for all exhibitors — large and small. For sponsorhip and advertising information please contact Jodie Taggett at mailto:jtaggett@avma.org..
Advertising in the AVMA Convention Final Program book is another way to get noticed and increase excitement while promoting your participation. For more information and to secure your prime advertising spot, contact Mark Reynolds at 913.541.9999 or via email at mreynolds@avma.org.
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