Exhibitor FAQ
What are the exhibit hours?
Exhibitors must staff their booths during the following times:
Wednesday, March 18, 3:30-5 p.m. and Thursday, March 19, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Exhibitors are allowed entry to their booths Thursday starting at 8 a.m., but are not required to staff them until 11 a.m.
What is included in the exhibit booth space?
Booths include a 6-foot-long table, two chairs, a company name sign, pipe and drape and a wastebasket.
How can I purchase electrical and internet services?
Wi-Fi, electrical needs, catering and more must be ordered through the Salt Palace Convention Center. This can be accessed through an online exhibitor portal to which exhibitors will be provided access when booth space is reserved.
Who is the general service contractor for the show?
Shepard is the general services contractor for ABC Convention 2026. All shipping, furniture rentals and carpeting should be scheduled through Shepard. Exhibitors will receive an invitation to the Shepard portal when booth space is reserved.
Is carpeting required in booths?
Carpeting is not required. If you would like to carpet your booth, this can be ordered through Shepard.
When are move-in/move-out dates and times?
Move-in is Wednesday, March 18, from 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Exhibitors must be set up by 3 p.m. at the latest for the Exhibit Hall Grand Opening on Wednesday, March 18.
If you have a larger booth and need more move-in time, please email [email protected].
Move-out is Thursday, March 19, from 3-7 p.m. All items must be removed from the hall or scheduled to be shipped out by 7 p.m. through Shepard. Any items left will be rerouted to Shepard’s warehouse at the exhibitor’s expense.
Which events are included in the exhibitor ticket?
The exhibitor ticket includes the Exhibit Hall Grand Opening, Opening General Session, Opening Celebration and Lunch in the Exhibit Hall on Wednesday, March 18. Exhibitors are welcome and encouraged to upgrade their tickets to enjoy and network throughout the entire conference! Upgrade to include education sessions and the Closing Night Celebration.
I have a team member coming just to set up the booth. What access do they need?
Please submit their credentials and they will be issued a set-up wristband.
How do we access lead retrieval?
Lead retrieval will be provided through Cvent. Exhibitors will be able to download Cvent LeadCapture data via a unique access code for the app. To ensure seamless access, exhibitors will receive their access codes at least two weeks prior to the show via email. These codes will also autopopulate in the lead retrieval portal. The main exhibitor contact will gain access via invite to the lead retrieval portal where they can assign booth staff.
Can nonmembers exhibit?
We do allow nonmembers to exhibit. We ask that your company connect with a local ABC chapter to be vetted that it is a right fit. Looking for your chapter? Email us or use our chapter locator.
How much is it to exhibit?
A standard 10x10 is $4,500 for ABC members. The nonmember rate is $5,000.
Contact [email protected] for questions and more information.