EXHIBITOR FAQ “Frequently Asked Questions”

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1.  What is included in my booth package?
2.  Booth set-up – can I do it myself or have someone else do it?
3.  Are there any exceptions to the booth height regulation?
4.  How many product samples should I ship?
5.  What if I am past the deadline for…?
            •  Complimentary booth package
            •  Show Services (like booth furnishings, electrical, cleaning, etc.)
            •  Directory listing
            •  Badges?
            •  Lead retrieval?
            •  Complimentary Electrical for Lead Retrieval
            •  Meeting Room Requests?

6.  How many complimentary Show badges do I receive with my booth?
7.  How much does it cost for additional badges?
8.  Do I need insurance?
9.  Will WIFI be available at the Show?

1. What is included in my booth space?

Each 10’x10’ booth will be set with the following:

• 8’ high black back drape
• 3’ high black side drape

And if you order the complimentary booth package by the deadline (Deadline date TBD - NASFT Members Only).

• (2) 6’ undraped tables (you can drape them yourself or rent drapes from Freeman)
• (2) folding chairs
• (1) wastebasket
• 9’x 10’ gray booth carpet
• 7”x 44” two-line identification sign

*Note the show aisle carpet will be blue.

International companies – (over 600 sq. ft.)

NASFT will provide complimentary carpet for your booth and in some cases aisle carpet (see below) to pavilions with a minimum of (6) 10x10 booths.

• International Exhibitors will be permitted to place their own aisle carpet in front of their booths only if they occupy both sides of the aisle and have a minimum of (6) 10x10 booths.
• International Exhibitors will not be permitted to carpet a major cross aisle.

2. Booth set-up-Can I do it myself or have someone else do it?

Before you make the decision to do it yourself, check out the regulations concerning what you can and cannot do on your own – outlined under Shipping, Labor & Material Handlinglocated in the Rules and Regulation section. If you need a professional, either contact Freeman at 714-254-3410 or Roger Grant, NASFT Operations Coordinator at 646-878-0137.

3. Are there any exceptions to the booth height regulation?

There are No exceptions to this rule. Domestic and international exhibitors must adhere to their respective height restrictions as this is an association rule made by our Exhibiting Members.

4. How many product samples should I ship?

We suggest that you review the show's exhibitor list and call a fellow exhibitor who has a similar product and ask them based on their experience. Exhibitor List

5. What if I am past the deadline for…?

a. Complimentary Booth Package

• If you are a 1st time Fancy Food Show exhibitor, then we will extend the deadline for you.  All other exhibitors are not eligible for the complimentary package, but can order & pay for the items through Freeman.

b. Show Services

• All exhibitors will have to pay current pricing for Show Services if they miss the deadline for discounted rates.  This includes booth furnishings, electrical, cleaning, etc.

c. Directory listing?

Directory Deadlines for the upcoming Show are yet to be determined. Generally, the registration Deadline for inclusion in the Fancy Food Show MAIN DIRECTORY LISTINGS will occur at the end of October.

d. Badges?

• There is no official deadline for badges. You may register online as long as you have your username & password. Badges will not be mailed in advance. All exhibitor personnel are required to pick-up badges on site in the Registration area. Click here to get your username & password

e. Lead retrieval?

All 1st time exhibitors will be extended the Early Bird deadline rate after the deadline. All other exhibitors will be charged according to the current pricing.

f. Complimentary Electrical for Lead Retrieval

If you are a 1st time Fancy Food Show exhibitor, you will still receive the complimentary electric for Lead Retrieval if your order is submitted past the deadline.  All other exhibitors that submit their order past the deadline must pay the current rate for electrical service.

h. Meeting Room Requests?

Deadlines have not been set. Check back closer to the show for official dates.

6. How many complimentary show badges do I receive with my booth?

For every 100sq. ft. of booth space your company will receive five (5) complimentary badges. 150 sq. ft. will receive 8 badges.

7. How much does it cost for additional badges?

Additional badges will cost $35 per person if you register before the deadline (Deadline Date TBD). After the deadline has passed, additional badges will be $60 per person.

8. Do I need insurance?

Yes, NASFT requires Exhibitors to carry insurance that adequately covers the exhibitor and its property from theft, public liability, product liability, property damage, personal injury and other loss or liability that may be incurred at or in connection with the Show.  You should name NASFT, Freeman Decorating Company and the Convention Center as additional insurers.

9. Will WIFI be available at the Show?

Yes.  Please visit the Convention Center's official website for more details.