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Design, Create, Shop, Learn, Be Inspired!
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Exhibitor Frequently Asked Questions |
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How do I become an Exhibitor? What is the difference between a booth and an artisan table? How big is a booth/artisan table? What comes with a booth/artisan table? What doesn't come with a booth? When is the show / What are the show hours? Where is the convention center located? Where can I park? When is move in/setup? Move out information Vendor Check In Information How do I advertise in the show program? Who is the decorator? How do I order tables? How do I order electricity? Does the Hall receive wireless/phone service? Where/when do I ship my freight? What is the sales tax? Is there a hotel room block? How can I get information on obtaining a visa for travel to the U.S.? How do I become an Exhibitor? To become an exhibitor at Bead Expo Phoenix you must download, complete and submit a booth contract via fax to 610-232-5750 or postal mail to 300 Chesterfield Parkway Suite 100, Malvern PA 19355. Download a 2008 Contract. Contact John Iannucci with any questions. Back to Top What is the difference between a booth and an artisan table? An artisan table is for those who have hand made at least 75% of their product. Artisan tables must be staffed by the maker of the products sold. They are furnished with one 8' draped table, a chair and a wastebasket. All products must be sold off of the table. A booth is a 10'x10' space that may be configured to the desires of the Exhibitor. They are furnished with one 8' draped table, a chair and a wastebasket although more items may be brought or purchased by the Exhibitor. Back to Top How big is a booth/artisan table? One booth is a 10'x10' space that comes with one 8' draped table (although more tables can be purchased or bruin from home.) An artisan table is one 8' draped table with 3' of body space behind it to sit, stand, vend, store boxes etc but NOT SELL. All selling must be done from the table provided. Back to Top What comes with a booth / artisan table? Our booths come with one(1) 8' draped table, one chair, and a wastebasket. Artisan tables consist of one(1) 8' draped table, one chair and a wastebasket. Back to Top What doesn't come with a booth? You must purchase your own Carpeting, Electricity, Telephone, Internet and extra furniture. Back to Top When is the show / What are the show hours? Bead Expo Phoenix is Friday through Sunday, May 2 - 4, 2008. HOURS Friday, May 2, 2008 - Noon - 7 pm Saturday, May 3, 2008 - 10 am - 6 pm Sunday, May 4, 2008 - 11 am - 5 pm Back to Top Where is the convention center located? The Phoenix Convention Center is located at 100 North 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004. You can contact them at 602-262-6225. View our travel page for Door-to-door directions. Back to Top Where can I park? Parking information will be posted as it becomes available. Back to Top When is Move In/Setup? Move in is: Thursday, May 1, 2008: 3 pm - 9 pm (vendor check in until 7 pm) Friday, May 2, 2008: 7:30 am - 11:30 am You will most likely not have access to the facility prior to these posted hours. Should you arrive early, you may need to wait before granted access to the facility. Back to Top Move out information: Move out is: Sunday, May 4, 2008: 5 - 8 pm Booths are to remain open and staffed at all times. Any violations will result in a penalty fee and incur risk of losing booth space and/or position at any or all future events. Back to Top Vendor Check In Information: Vendor check-in location: outside the bazaar entrance You will receive your welcome letter, badges, and any other pertinent information. Back to Top How do I advertise in the show program? Please download and complete an Advertising Opportunities form and send it back to us. Contact John Iannucci with specific questions. Back to Top Who is the decorator? Decorator information will be posted as it becomes available Back to Top How do I order tables? Tables must be ordered through the decorator. Download a form, complete and submit with payment. You may bring your own tables and furniture. Back to Top How do I order electricity? Electricity is contracted through the Convention Center. Please fill out their order form and submit with payment. Back to Top Does the Hall receive wireless/phone service? We are checking with the convention center and will post an answer as the information is made available. Back to Top Where/when do I ship my freight? Please check back, this information will be posted shortly Back to Top What is the sales tax? Phoenix has a 6.3% sales tax Back to Top Is there a hotel room block? Wyndham Phoenix Hotel 50 East Adams Street Phoenix, AZ 85004 Phone: (602) 333-0000 Reservations can be made ONLINE Mention Bead Expo to get the special rate Rates: $129.00 night plus lodging tax, single/double. Group rates apply up to two days prior to our start date, subject to availability. Free HighSpeed Internet Access, and two-line cordless speaker phone. Bathroom vanity is highlighted by marblecounter tops and all or our rooms include "must have" amenities such as iron/ironing board, coffee maker, lighted make-up mirror and hairdryer. Make sure to ask for rooms blocked for Bead Expo to get these discounted rates. Back to Top How can I get information on obtaining a visa for travel to the U.S.? You can apply for a visa by visiting http://www.unitedstatesvisas.gov Back to Top |
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