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This two-day event offers a unique opportunity for extensive face-to-face meetings with manufacturers hosting the booths at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (Hall F) on Sunday, June 1 and distributors and independent manufacturers’ reps hosting on Monday, June 2. There will also be an opportunity to meet with ISA service providers and master distributors members on both June 1-2.

Trade Fair Hours

Sunday, June 1, 2008
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Continental Breakfast will be available on the Trade Fair floor
FastMatch appointments: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Monday, June 2, 2008
7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Continental Breakfast will be available on the Trade Fair floor
FastMatch appointments: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

How to buy a Booth

Manufacturer/Supplier on June 1: 10x10 Booth = $650    
Additional 10x10 booths are $265

Distributors and Independent Manufacturers Reps on June 1.  There is no cost for booth rental for distributors and independent manufacturers’ representatives.

Master Distributors on June 1:  10x10 Booth = $650. Additional 10x10 booths are $265.

Service Providers on June 1 and 2:  A one time rental fee of $315 will be charged for member Service Providers for both days. Additional booths are $135. 

Non-member Service Providers are welcome to exhibit on June 1 and 2 at a booth rental fee of $650 for a 10x10 booth. Additional booth is $265. 

Service Providers only pay a one day fee but exhibit on both days.

Suppliers/Manufacturers and Service Providers will select their own booths for the Trade Fair Booth Program. Registration and booth payment must be received to complete booth selection process.

Click here to download more information on the Trade Fair Show

Click here to go to the online booth selection program

Distributors/Independent Manufacturers’ Reps will have booths assigned, but can indicate their top three competitors. Every effort will be made to separate competitions.

Please visit FAQ's for more information

Trade Fair Safety Pavilion

Manufacturer and Master Distributor Booth Prices
One 10’ x 10’ booth is $650. Each additional booth is $265

Service Provider Booth Prices
Member
One 10’ x 10’ booths is $325. Each additional booth is $135.

Non Member
One 10’ x 10’ booth is $650. Each additional booth is $265.

The Safety Pavilion at this year's Trade Fair will focus on bringing together the best safety suppliers with a group of distributors anxious to meet and expand their knowledge and relationships in these areas of growing sales and profitability.

Interested Suppliers are invited to select their booth in this Pavilion. Safety Suppliers will be required to select a booth in the Safety Pavilion.

Register for the Trade Fair and Conference Now!

BizTech pavilion

Why Should Our Company Exhibit?

If you want to present your products and/or services to top level industrial distributors and manufacturers, you won’t find a better concentration of prospective customers than at the BizTech Pavilion.  Because the BizTech Pavilion takes place during the both days of the Trade Fair in the same hall you are guaranteed to meet decision makers from the most progressive companies in the industry. And because we limit exhibitors to only those who specifically market their products and/or services to the distribution industry, you can be assured that your display will attract buyers interested in running their businesses more efficiently.

Who Will Attend?
C E O’s, Presidents, Branch Managers, Sales Managers — just the people you need to
reach. In fact, the ISA Industrial Supply Conference and Trade Fair is known for attracting top decision makers representing companies eager to improve their competitive advantage.

ISA distributors furnish maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services to such key industries as institutional, automotive, construction, metal working, electrical, electronic and aerospace.  The ISA Conference and Trade Fair has created a forum that annually brings together the top executive of industrial distribution firms and their manufacturing partners for one-on-one discussions that shape the commercial movement of goods to industrial end users. All manufacturers and distributors who attend the conference and BizTech want to improve their communication, financial, marketing, material handling and customer service capabilities.

Benefits of Exhibiting
• Exposure to decision- makers interested in streamlining their business processes
• Promote your latest products and services to a qualified audience of potential customers

What type of Services will be at the BizTech?

• Operations
• Communication
• Marketing
• Informational
• Financial
  
  

How Do I Reserve A Booth?

Space is Limited!  All booths are sold on a first come, first-serve basis. You may choose any booth or combination of booths. Your reservation will be processed only if payment accompanies your registration.

Service Providers on June 1 and 2: A one time rental fee of $315 will be charged for member Service Providers for both days. Additional booths are $135.

Non-member Service Providers are welcome to exhibit on June 1 and 2 at a booth rental fee of $650 for a 10x10 booth. Additional booth is $265.

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TRADE FAIR POLICIES

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Manufacturers/Suppliers, Master Distributors, and Service Providers may purchase a booth. Distributor and IMR companies receive a complimentary booth included in their registration fee. Booths reserved by April 18 will be included in the preprinted program. Booths reserved between April 19-May 15 will be included in an on-site supplemental list.

Please note:

• FastMatch Access is only available to companies with booths. FastMatch is not available to any company electing not to host a booth.
• Branches must register at the same time to ensure adjacent booths.
• Complete your company product information or competitor companies on the registration form in order to ensure proper booth location.
• Booths have an 8’ high back wall, 3’ side rails, carpeting, wastebasket, 8’ draped table, 4 chairs, and a two-line 7” x 44” identification sign.

Sunday, June 1—Manufacturer Trade Fair
Manufacturers, Master Distributors, and Service Providers are eligible to exhibit. Once registration and payment are processed, information will be sent electronically regarding booth selection and FastMatch appointments.

Manufacturers can elect to participate in the Trade Fair Safety Pavilion. This special “show within a show" focuses on bringing together the best safety suppliers with a group of distributors anxious to meet and expand their knowledge and relationships in these areas of growing sales and profitability. Complete your registration form accordingly if your company would like to participate.

Master Distributors will be assigned booth locations and will keep the same booth if exhibiting on Monday, June 2 as well.

Service Providers will be limited to booth locations in the BizTech Pavilion and must exhibit on Sunday, June 1 and Monday, June 2.

Monday, June 2—Distributor Trade Fair
Distributors, Independent Manufacturer's Representatives, Master Distributors, and Service Providers are eligible to exhibit. Booth locations are assigned for all expect Service Providers who can select their booth in the Biz Tech Pavilion. ISA will make every effort to separate competitors, but can not guarantee the distance.