Exhibitor Resource Center

Welcome AUSA Exhibitors

Whether you’re a seasoned veteran exhibitor or a fresh-faced rookie, this exhibitor resource hub will give you access to everything you need for staying organized and maximizing your investment in this year’s AUSA Annual Meeting. Book mark this webpage as your go-to resource to ensure a successful onsite experience.

• COMPLETE YOUR EXHIBITOR LISTING – DEADLINE AUGUST 6
  Drive booth traffic and increase visibility by completing your exhibitor listing online. This easy 4-step process will put you front and center online and in the onsite show guide.
   
• ACCESS THE EXHIBITOR SERVICE KIT
  The online Exhibitor Service Kit is a powerful tool and your one-stop-shop for booth orders, shipping and more.
   
• BOOTH PAYMENTS
  A minimum 10% non-refundable deposit is due with the Exhibitor Contract. The remaining balance is due within 30 days of the invoice date. After Friday August 31 all Exhibit Contracts require 100% payment.
   
• MARK YOUR CALENDAR WITH ESSENTIAL DATES AND DEADLINES
  Save time and money by staying on top of booth service discount deadlines.

• SHIPPING, DRAYAGE AND MATERIAL HANDLING
  Visit the GES Exhibitor Service Center for all of your shipping needs including advance warehouse details, direct to show site shipping, special handling information, international freight, shipping labels and more.
   
• MOVE-IN/MOVE OUT
  For specific details and times based on your booth location, view:
  • Critical Move-In Schedule Halls A-E
    All booths are required to be completely set by 8:00pm on Sunday, October 7
     
  • Critical Move-Out Schedule Halls A-E
    All exhibitors may begin dismantle at 5:00pm on Wednesday, October 10
    please note: 100% of empty crates will not be returned until 4:00AM on Thursday, October 11
    
     
• EXHIBIT HALL HOURS
  Monday, 8 October, 2018 – 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
  Tuesday, 9 October, 2018 – 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
  Wednesday, 10 October, 2018 – 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
   
  Visit the Annual Meeting Schedule-at-a-Glance for a full line-up of programming and special events.
   
• REGISTRATION
  Register booth staff and those attending from your company in advance of the show. By planning ahead you’ll then breeze through express badge pick-up on site. Start registration today.
   
• TICKETED EVENTS
  AUSA Annual Meeting offers many opportunities for networking, sourcing leads and catching up with Army colleagues including highly-attended ticketed events. Visit the AUSA Ticketed Events Webpage for a full list of events.
   
  Are you an AUSA National Partner? Visit National Partner Ticket Sales for ticket and table sales as well as complimentary tickets for select functions.
   
• SPONSORSHIPS
  Did you know sponsorships can increase booth traffic by 104%? That translates to more contacts, leads and sales. View the 2018 Sponsorship Opportunities and contact Gaye Hudson at 703-270-8815 for custom packages and more information.
   
• ADVERTISING
  AUSA offers four powerful advertising vehicles to help you reach your target market during and even after the AUSA Annual Meeting. Browse branding and messaging opportunities within these multimedia platforms reaching leadership in Washington, DC and beyond.
   
• HOTEL AND TRAVEL
  Secure hotel accommodations through, AUSA’s official housing bureau, Convention Management Resources (CMR), which offers the lowest rates available to the general public. Plus, booking through CRM gives you personal service before, during and after your stay. Book hotel reservations online or contact the AUSA Housing Customer Contact Center:
  Monday – Friday 9:00AM-9:00PM EST
  855 971-2295 (Toll Free U.S. & Canada)
  202-831-0980 (Outside U.S. & Canada)
   

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