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Partner Expo FAQs


Q: When can I check into the hotel?
Check-in time at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is after 3:00 p.m. and checkout time is 11:00 a.m.

Q: Where do I sign in for the conference?
Conference sign-in at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel is located in the Convention Foyer.

Q: When can I set up my booth?
A: Set-up hours are Monday, September 15, 2008 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Q: What do I get with my booth package?
A: Each 8' x 10' booth comes with the following:

  • 8’ high back wall and 3’ high side drape
  • 7” x 44” one line ID sign
  • One (1) 6’ draped table
  • Two (2) side chairs
  • One (1) wastebasket
  • Exhibit hall is carpeted

Q: Where do I ship my booth and materials?
A: GES Exposition Services will accept shipments to their Advance Warehouse beginning on August 15th and ending September 10th. Ship all materials to the address below and label all crates and boxes as follows:

Your Company Name and Booth #
Harland Financial Solutions Connections Annual Conference
c/o GES Exposition Services
Yellow Transportation
1265 LaQuinta Drive
Orlando, FL 32809

If you prefer to ship directly to the show site, GES Exposition Services will accept shipments on September 15, 2008. Ship all materials to the address below and label all crates and boxes as follows:

Your Company Name and Booth #
Harland Financial Solutions Connections Annual Conference
c /o GES Exposition Services
Walt Disney World Dolphin
1500 Epcot Resorts Blvd.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Q: Can I get a booth larger than 8' x 10'?
A: Yes, you may get a linear 8' x 20' or 8' x 30' booth. There will not be any island booths.

Q: Can I select my own booth space?
A: When you register, you will see the exhibit hall layout and booth numbers. We
request that you provide us with your top five booth choices. Booth space is assigned
when payment is received in full.

Q: How do I order other services that I need – eg. phone, Internet, electrical, etc?
A: You will receive an exhibitor kit from GES Exposition Services after you register, which will include all the necessary show order forms and show information. Phone, Internet and electrical services are provided by the Walt Disney World Dolphin, but forms are included in the exhibitor kit from GES.

Q: What are the show hours?
A: The Partner Expo will be open the following hours:

Tuesday, September 16, 2008 7:30 to 8:10 a.m. Continental Breakfast in Partner Expo

9:50 to 10:30 a.m.

Dedicated Partner Expo Time

11:50 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Lunch in Partner Expo
2:20 to 3:00 p.m. Dedicated Partner Expo Time
4:20 to 6:00 p.m. Partner Expo Reception
Wednesday, September 17, 2008 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast in Partner Expo
9:50 to 10:30 a.m. Dedicated Partner Expo Time
11:50 a.m.to 1:00 p.m. Lunch in Partner Expo

2:20 to 3:00 p.m.

Dedicated Partner Expo Time

Q: When can I tear down my booth?
A: You may begin tearing down your booth at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, September 17. Teardown will continue on Thursday, September 18 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. All materials must be removed from the show site by 10:00 a.m. on September 18.

Q: How many exhibitor badges do I receive with my booth?
A: Each 8' x 10' booth receives two complimentary exhibitor badges. Each additional badge is $850.

Q: What can I attend as part of my exhibitor package?
A: You may attend the Connections Opening Session, Partner Expo Reception and the Final Night Special Event— Games People Play!, for no extra charge as part of your booth registration fee.

Q: How many attendees are expected at Connections 2008?
A: We are expecting around 1,200 attendees at this year’s conference.

Q: Can I get a copy of the attendee list prior to the conference?
A: A copy of the attendee list is available prior to the conference for a $350 fee. Those who purchase the attendee list will receive it via e-mail approximately 30 days prior to the conference. The list will include all appropriate contact information for you to communicate with attendees prior to the start of the conference. All Partners will receive a copy of the attendee list during check-in at the event.

Q: How many exhibitors are expected at the Partner Expo?
A: We are expecting approximately 90 exhibiting companies at this year’s Partner Expo.

Q: What is the cost for an 8' x 10' exhibit space?
A: Early bird registrations received by July 3, 2008 for Partner Expo are $2,750 and regular registrations are $2,950.

Q: What is the deadline to register?
A: To receive the early bird registration price of $2,750, for an 8' x 10' exhibit space, you must register by July 3. All registrations after this date are $2,950, for an 8' x 10' exhibit space.

Q: Are there sponsorships available to maximize our presence at Partner Expo?
A: Yes, there are a variety of sponsorships offered to exhibitors. Click here to see what is available.

Q: Can I pay by credit card for my exhibit space?
A: Yes, we will accept Visa and MasterCard for payment. You may also elect to be invoiced for your booth registration fee. However, we will not assign your booth space until payment is received in full.

Q: If I have questions, who can I call for more information?
A: Call Cindy Doak at 800.274.7280 ext. 2062 or Stacey Leone at 800-989-9009, ext. 6653 with any questions you may have.