Exhibitor INFO

The Exhibitor Manual is available ONLINE only.  Click here to open Exhibitor Manual.

National Expo will send you an email with a unique login and password approximately 60 days prior to the show. If you do not receive this email, please contact National Expo at customerservice@natlexpo.com or 217-636-8178.

Drayage (material handling) is the handling of your exhibit freight. Drayage services are ordered through National Expo. Phone: 217-636-8178 or email customerservice@natlexpo.com. Order early for discounts. Drayage services include:

• Receiving freight at the advance warehouse and storing it for up to 30 days prior to the show.
• Receiving freight at the Convention Center loading dock.
• Unloading and placing exhibit materials in the exhibitor’s booth.
• Picking up and storing empty crates and containers during the show.
• Returning empty crates and containers after the close of the show.
• Loading freight or equipment on outbound carriers for return shipment. Return shipments MUST be picked up no later than  7:00 pm 

Yes. Exhibitors may hand-carry their own material into the exhibit facility. However, be advised that no carts or dollies will be available for loan or rent from either National Expo or the Convention Center.

Yes. Exhibitor’s employees may set up and dismantle their own exhibit. If you intend to have your exhibit installed/dismantled by an Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC), you must submit the Authorization Form to National Expo.

Yes. A Pre-Conference or Post-Conference Attendee List is available for purchase to exhibitors. Click to order the Attendee List.

General liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence  must be obtained by EXHIBITORS at their own expense, showing McRae  Conferences & Trade Shows and GaETC as additional insured. Proof of  insurance must be submitted to McRae 60 days prior to the first day of  move-in for the event. The address for both entities is: 1401 Maclay  Commerce Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32312. The certificate may be faxed to  850-906-0077 or emailed to gaetcexhibits@mcraemeetings.com. Click to  purchase insurance from Rainprotection.

Exhibitors are responsible for their valuables. Exhibit Manager provides  perimeter security at points of entry to the exhibit hall on a 24-hour  basis during the entire period of the show, including installation and  dismantle. Every reasonable effort will be made to prevent losses.  However, the final responsibility for exhibitor-owned equipment and  merchandise security rests on the exhibitor. Do not leave your booth  unattended until your merchandise is secure! To order security  (additional cost) for your individual booth, please contact the GICC  Event Coordinator rlevin@gicc.com.