Please communicate the information below to all participants:
- The April 14-15, 2020 Upper Midwest Electrical EXPO in Minneapolis will not happen next month. Please adjust your planning, booth shipments, buses, lodging reservations, and other travel commitments as you see fit.
- We are having ongoing discussions with appropriate EXPO vendors and facilities, seeking options to reschedule the EXPO. This step will take possibly weeks as there are countless details that need to be addressed with a change of this magnitude.
- Refunds/Credits for exhibit space will be addressed once a clear plan is announced.
- We are monitoring current news and events as they impact our ability to gain rescheduling options with a government-controlled convention facility. Many people in the hospitality industry are being furloughed and it is increasingly difficult to communicate.
- Your health and safety will always be our first concern. Here is a link to the CDC’s COVID-19 website for information that may be helpful.
- We encourage everyone to take actions appropriate for your company based on current news and developments.
Exhibitor's Registration, Information and Promotional Tools...
Exhibitors must use the web links and information below to maximize their booth space investment and engage with customers you invite to the EXPO. It's vital that all exhibitors promote the EXPO and invite their customers to achieve quality attendance.
COVID-19 information link is provided by the Convention Center.
Exhibit Hall Show Hours: April 15: 10:00AM to 6:00PM and April 16: 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Access the links below before March 31, 2020 to register exhibitor name badges, order services, and promote the event:
COVID-19 information link is provided by the Convention Center.
Exhibit Hall Show Hours: April 15: 10:00AM to 6:00PM and April 16: 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Access the links below before March 31, 2020 to register exhibitor name badges, order services, and promote the event:
- Exhibitor Name Badge Registration: exhibitor name badges will be posted alpha last name on a peg board (for self-pickup) at registration. NCEL or any of our EXPO sub-contractors (including our registration provider) do not sell or distribute any attendee registration lists to anyone, ever!
- Exhibitor Services Kit: your resource to order specific exhibitor services for your booth (electrical, furniture, shipping, etc.)
- Lead Retrieval Order Form: capture contacts and requests from attendees that visit your booth
- Exhibitor List Alpha by Company: see a list of the exhibiting manufacturers at the EXPO
- EXPO One-Sheet Promotional Flyer: a general guide to the many features and activities available at the EXPO
- Save the Date Promotional Graphic: to be used anywhere you like, download and use this graphic in your company's promotion
- EXPO Breakfast with P.J. Fleck: for a $35 ticket fee (order when registering), hear MN Gopher Football coach P.J. Fleck April 16 at 8:30 AM
- Lodging at the Hilton Minneapolis: reserve your room(s) now at our headquarters hotel -- rates start at $143/++ night
- Student Day Activities: see activities and special promotions we offer to students on electrical career paths at area colleges/tech schools
- CEU Certified EXPO Training: see classes and get up to three days of CEU certified NEC electrical technical training from April 14-16.
- Booth Space Contract: official document that secures your booth after contacting the EXPO Manager
- Exhibit Hall & Booth Floor Plan: the exhibit hall floor plan layout. If interested in booth space, contact the EXPO Manager
Exhibitor Tools to Promote the EXPO:
- Booth Sales Prospectus; Email Signature Banner Graphic; 2020 EXPO Logo Graphic; Bus Subsidy Reimbursement Map; Attendee Postcard Promo; Save-the-Date Promo Graphic; Student Day Activities; CEU Certified EXPO Training; Parking & Directions to Convention Center; Past EXPO Stats & Highlights;
Pickup these items at the EXPO: Exhibitor Name Badges -- NCEMC Lanyards -- Lead Retrieval Scanners
- Exhibitors should register their exhibit booth staff online. Staff must work directly for the manufacturer or agency representative.
- Pickup your Exhibitor Name Badges at the event at EXPO Registration -- posted alphabetical on a peg board by persons' last name. Onsite Exhibitor Name Badges can be printed/corrected at the event at Exhibitor Registration desk on mezzanine level.
- NCEMC lanyard badge holders will be available for exhibitors only at registration when picking up Exhibitor Name Badges.
- Lead Retrieval Scanners can be purchased in advance or onsite (at a higher price). Pickup scanners at the event, at Registration.
Important Dates for Exhibitors:
- Move In & Setup: April 14 from 12:00PM to 8:00PM, and April 15 from 8:00AM to 9:30AM (hand carts only April 15 - no dock)
- Exhibit Hall Exhibits Open: April 15 from 10:00AM to 6:00PM, and April 16 from 10:00AM to 4:00PM
- Move Out: April 16 from 4:00PM to 10:00PM, and April 17 from 7:00AM to 11:00AM.
Exhibitor Bulletins with Timely Exhibitor Tips:
Connect on Social Media: #NCELEXPO
- November 2019: Exhibitor Bulletin #1
- December 2019: Exhibitor Bulletin #2
- January 2020: Exhibitor Bulletin #3
- February 2020: Exhibitor Bulletin #4
- March 2020: Exhibitor Bulletin #5
- April 2020:
Connect on Social Media: #NCELEXPO