Sunday, March 9
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM Get the scoop on everything you’ll need for an awesome learning experience – tips on what to look for at the conference, the exhibit hall, and The Square, information on meals and conference breaks, and how to get the most out of networking opportunities throughout the week. You'll also get an overview of the Certified Trade Show Marketer professional certification program, presented by CTSM candidates and graduates. Hear how their CTSM experience has benefited them!
Sunday, March 9
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Get reacquainted with colleagues and meet new ones... after you've hit
the hors d'oeuvres, of course. Start building your industry contacts!
Monday, March 10
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
A relaxing way to end the day. Come for the food, libations, or camaraderie,
but do come.
Sponsored by: EDPA and the EDPA Foundation.
Every night,
Sunday – Wednesday A popular EXHIBITOR tradition. Enjoy the company of attendees, speakers, and exhibitors you might not otherwise have met!
Sign up in The Square,
join your group and have fun getting to know your peers at a local restaurant.
Monday, March 10 - Wednesday, March 12
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
It’s huge. The industry’s largest exhibition of trade show and event supplies and services! Meet the best suppliers and account execs in the industry. Click here for a list of exhibitors.
Keep in touch with complimentary e-mail access, printers and on-site messaging
at the e-center.
Sponsored by:
Fired up about a presentation you heard in an Authors Executive Series session?
Longing to read more on a session topic? Pick up current titles, and check out the
new EXHIBITORWear!
The heart of EXHIBITOR2008, where the
community congregates.
PUT YOURSELF ON THE MAP.
Take your place in the world with a symbolic sign-in. Write your greeting to
colleagues who came to EXHIBITOR2008 from afar.
SEE THE BEST OF THE BEST.
See the best of the best...
The Award Wall recognizes All Star Award, Exhibit Design Award, and SIZZLE Award winners, presented by EXHIBITOR magazine and Corporate EVENT magazine. In the exhibit hall, Best of Show, Best Booth Staff, and Buyer’s Choice awards, selected from New Product Showcase entries, honor the top companies
from among 300+ suppliers exhibiting at EXHIBITOR2008.
CATCH THE INNOVATION!
The official introduction of the year’s best new products from exhibit systems to software. Look for New Product Showcase Innovator plaques as you cruise the exhibit hall. The prestigious Buyers Choice Awards honor the very best entries.
CONCIERGE SERVICE
Reservations at hot Vegas restaurants for groups big or small can be arranged through A to Z Events, the official show concierge.
Visit the concierge service in The Square anytime during the show, or make your arrangements pre-show by e-mailing
Calanit Atia at Calanit@AtoZEvents.com, or visit www.AtoZEvents.com.
STRATEGIC PARTNER DAY
Tuesday, March 11, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
These special hall hours are set aside for dealers, manufacturers and to-the-trade suppliers to spend exclusive
time developing relationships with exhibiting companies.
THE EDPA PORTABLE MODULAR SUMMIT –
TRENDS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Monday, March 10, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Hear from and interact with a panel of top industry executives as they
discuss the evolution of the portable modular segment of our industry.
How are suppliers changing? What is a "custom exhibit designer producer"
in today's world? How are more and more dealers coping with
client demands for increased service? What is "full turn-key service",
anyway? How are Asian producers affecting the market?
Admission: EDPA Members Free (Non-members $35)
To register contact Alex Grider, EDPA, by phone at 404-303-7310 or email at agrider@edpa.com.
Get the scoop on everything you’ll need for an awesome learning experience – tips on what to look for at the conference, the exhibit hall, and The Square, information on meals and conference breaks, and how to get the most out of networking opportunities throughout the week. You'll also get an overview of the Certified Trade Show Marketer professional certification program, presented by CTSM candidates and graduates. Hear how their CTSM experience has benefited them! 
Reservations at hot Vegas restaurants for groups big or small can be arranged through A to Z Events, the official show concierge.
Visit the concierge service in The Square anytime during the show, or make your arrangements pre-show by e-mailing
Calanit Atia at 