EXHIBITOR FAQs

>> What are the IBIE 2010 dates?
Sunday, September 26 - Wednesday September 29, 2010.

>> What are the Expo hours?
10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily

>> Who can exhibit?
IBIE is an exhibition exclusively devoted to the equipment, ingredients, products and services utilized across the grain-based food industry. Only companies with a direct tie-in with this industry will be permitted to exhibit. Receipt of the space application and payment through our bank lock-box does not constitute acceptance of the application. Companies must enter their company description and web site on the official application if they have not previously exhibited in an IBIE show.

>> How may I request an Exhibitor Prospectus?
You can download the Exhibitor Prospectus and Contract directly from the website under the exhibitor information section. A floor plan is also available to help you select space, however, the floor plan is not guaranteed to be "live" with all assignments, nor will all of the same choices be available at the time of receipt of your application and deposit. You can also send an email to exhibits@IBIE2010.com to be added to our database, or, you can sign up for updates by clicking here.

>> How much does a booth cost?
The multi-tiered pricing for booths is dependent on membership status and the size (total net square footage) of the exhibit space.

ABA, BEMA and RBA Members Rates:
100 sq.ft. (min) - 250 sq.ft.: $19.00 per sq.ft.
251 sq.ft. - 900 sq.ft.: $18.00 per sq.ft.
901+ sq.ft.: $17.50 per sq.ft.

Non-Members Rates:
100 sq.ft. (min) - 250 sq.ft.: $26.00 per sq.ft.
251 sq.ft. - 900 sq.ft.: $25.50 per sq.ft.
901+ sq.ft.: $25.00 per sq.ft.

>> How can I find out about sponsorship opportunities?
Participating exhibitors will have the opportunity to sign up for onsite marketing. A 2010 Sponsorship Opportunities insert is included in the Exhibitor Prospectus. An up-to-date list of sponsorships can also be viewed by clicking here.

>> When will I receive my Exhibitor Service Manual?
The exhibitor service manual is available online by clicking here.

>> How do I order Exhibitor badges?
Exhibitor registration is available by clicking here. All companies will be given instructions, as well as a contact number in case problems occur. All exhibitors are responsible for entering all booth personnel on this system; no phone requests will be permitted.

Badge Allotment: Each exhibitor is entitled to four (4) exhibit personnel badges free of charge. Beyond that badges are allotted on the basis of the amount of square footage under contract. Each exhibitor's allotment will be indicated on his or her individual page.

These badges are to be used ONLY for exhibitor personnel who will be staffing the booth during the official days of the show (Sept. 26 - 29). All workers setting up exhibit booths will be given daily temporary set-up badges for the installation dates. These badges are not to be used as Guest badges.

>>If I am an exhibitor, can I still register for the Education Program?
Yes! If you would like to register for conference sessions, please click here to fill out the exhibitor conference registration form and fax back to the number on the form. Please make sure to sign the credit card portion of the form. Upon receipt of your form and payment, we will send a confirmation to the e-mail provided. You must already be registered for your exhibitor badge by your key contact in order not to be charged a regular IBIE registration fee.

>> How can I reserve a meeting room?
Once a company has been confirmed as a 2010 exhibitor, it may download the Meeting Room Reservation Form and submit it to Karin Soyster at KSoyster@americanbakers.org. Permission for meeting rooms will only be granted to companies that meet the criteria established (shown on the form) and the space may not be used as additional exhibit space or to conduct meetings during show hours.

>> How can I learn about ways to maximize traffic at my booth?
Within the Exhibitors Service Manual, there will be a page that provides ideas for helping promote your exhibit booth in advance and at the show as give-away items. A list of marketing and onsite sponsorship opportunities is also available.

>> May I sell merchandise directly from my booth?
No merchandise may be sold on the show floor—only orders for post show delivery. Exhibitors who violate this rule are subject to being removed from the show floor, as doing so affects the official status of an educational trade show.

>> Are there other ways to participate in the Expo other than being an exhibitor?
No, you must be an exhibitor to obtain any meeting space, marketing opportunities, hotel suites, etc.

>> What is the Louis Lesaffre Cup?
The Louis Lesaffre Cup is a baking competition, hosted by IBIE, The Bread Bakers Guild of America and the Lesaffre Yeast Corporation, where teams from North and South America compete for a spot at the coveted Coupe du Monde de la Boulangerie at the 2012 Eurpain in Paris. The event will be located in the south-end of Central Hall and is expected to draw major media as well as steady traffic.

>> How can I contact the Show Management Team?
IBIE Show Management Staff:
Pat Dwyer, Trade Show Manager, pdwyer@IBIE2010.com
Nicole Boland, Exhibit Sales Coordinator, nboland@IBIE2010.com
Ingrid Qualls, Exhibitor Liaison, iqualls@IBIE2010.com
Brittany Cook, Exhibitor Liaison, bcook@IBIE2010.com