Walter E. Washington
Convention Center
801 Mount Vernon Place NW,
Wash.
D.C. 20001
June 17 - 19, 2012
Connect with NASFT &
the Fancy Food Shows
Attending the Show
Discover 180,000 specialty foods and beverages from 2,400 exhibitors spanning 80+ countries. Network with thousands of your peers and build new relationships. Learn from industry experts with 20 + educational seminars tastings and tours. Find the most innovative products at the annual sofi™ Awards Ceremony. Find out more by selecting from the links below.
Attendee Tips
- Make travel and lodging reservations as soon as you can.
- Develop goals as to what you want to accomplish.
- Know your inventory needs before the Show.
- Purchase tickets early for seminars, workshops,special events and networking sessions.
- Set appointments with vendors you’d like to meet.
- Take advantage of exclusive attendee discounts
- Review the Show floor plans
- Questions? Check out the Attendee FAQ page
- Wear comfortable shoes: You’ll be covering 320,000+ sq. ft. of exhibit space.
- Bring your Show badge.
- Pick up the Show Directory.
- Look for people with “ASK ME” t-shirts to answer questions.
- Keep track of orders placed.
- Review the shuttle bus schedule
- Review DC's public transportation (Metro/Circulator)
- Stop by the Internet Cafe to find computers, electronic charger stations and free coffee.
- Review special show programs and features
Buyer Connect—a free post-Show service—makes it easy to follow up with exhibitors after the Show. Provide an email address during the registration process. Three days after the show, you will be emailed a list of exhibiting companies that scanned your badge.
Attendee Frequently Asked Questions
A: The best way to register is online (Visit Badge Registration Page). You can also register by fax, or by mail. If you let us know your fax number or mailing address, we'll send you a registration form. Please call (708) 486-0708 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm CST).
A: The best way to confirm your registration is via our Web site. If you are unable to confirm your registration electronically, you can call (708) 486-0708 (Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm CST).
A: Badges are available for pick-up at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. If requested during registration, badges are mailed 4-6 weeks prior to the Show, as long as your registration form was submitted prior to the per-registration deadline.
A: No, registration fees are not refundable.
A: If you registered after the pre-registration deadline, your badges can be picked up at the PRE-REGISTRATION counter at the Show during registration hours. If you registered prior to the pre-registration deadline and are concerned that you have not yet received your badges, you can check on your registration status on our Web site, or call (708) 486-0708 (Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm CST).
A: You can register for seminars, workshops, and special events via our Web site, fax, or mail. If you provide us your fax number or mailing address, we'll be happy to send you the necessary forms. Please call (212) 482-6440.