Exhibitor Bulletin

Bulletin Archive In this September issue:
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Did You Know?

  • GES receives approx. 550,000 lbs of produce from exhibitors which is stored in 50 refrigerated trucks
  • 450 - 600 pallets of product is delivered to exhibitors each morning of the show
  • 150 – 200 pallets of product is donated to the Food Bank each morning of the show

This Month’s Exhibiting Tip

Are You Spending Time With Every Show Visitor? Stop That! One of the hardest concepts for some exhibitors to understand is that everyone at the show is not a prospect.

Upcoming Deadlines

September 9 - Deadline to receive ordering discount from GES on furniture, carpet, electric, etc.

September 11 - Last day to submit catering & food prep order to avoid 10% late fee

September 18 - Last day to register in advance of Fresh Summit (badges available onsite)

September 25 - Last day for receipt of advance freight shipments to the GES warehouse

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NEW! Receive Notification When Your Product Arrives in the Marshaling Yard

Provide Jennifer Zion (jzion@ges.com) with an onsite contact name and two email addresses and she will send you a notification when your product has been checked into the marshaling yard in Anaheim. Once it has arrived, you may place your order for delivery of that product to your booth. Be sure to order your product delivery by 5:00 p.m. the day prior to when you need it to receive the GES delivery discounts. Need internet access? This year PMA is providing exhibitor’s with internet access during set-up (Wed. – Fri.) in the Conference Areas located in Hall A and D.

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NEW! All Shipping and Color-Coded Product Labels are Online

You may now type directly into the shipping labels and you may print the color-coded product delivery labels as you need them. Be sure to send this info to the person who will be packing your shipment. The color-coded delivery labels help GES properly store and deliver your product - PLEASE use them! Go to the “Perishable Products - Shipping & Handling” section of the Exhibitor Service Kit to print these labels.

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Orange County Health Care Agency will be at the Show

Representatives from the Orange County Health Care Agency will be on the show floor to ensure exhibitors are practicing safe food sampling and handling. Please review the Food Sampling and Handling Requirements and make sure you have adequate “hand-washing” facilities in your booth per the guidelines. A hand washing kit may be purchased from Aramark, the Convention Center Caterer, for $25.00.

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Review Booth Set-up Guidelines and Regulations Specific to Anaheim

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Meet one-on-one with the Best of Show Judge

Do you like receiving the judges’ scorecard for your booth but feel like you need more information? You now have the opportunity to meet with the Best of Show Judge onsite to talk specifically about your booth and learn how you can improve your ROI. Appointments will take place on Monday, October 5 on the show floor. Register now as there are a limited number of appointments available. The cost for a 15 minute consultation is $100 for members and $150 for non-members. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Hillegas at showmanagement@pma.com.

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Time is Running Out to Participate in the New Products Showcase

Attract key buyers with a display in the New Products Showcase! Located in a high traffic area, the New Products Showcase is a series of display cases attracting thousands of attendees.  Since it is not part of the exposition halls, it is accessible to buyers before, during and after exposition hours. Learn more.

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Meet the Future Movers and Shakers of the Industry

The PMA Foundation for Industry Talent will host its sixth Annual Pack Family/PMA Career Pathway Scholarship Program. The program brings top agriculture and food marketing students and faculty from eight U.S. universities and four international universities to PMA’s Fresh Summit Expo and Convention each year. You can enrich the students’ learning and networking experience by extending invitations for students to stop by your booth or attend private functions.  This is a great way for you to not only help attract the best and brightest to our industry but also do a little talent scouting for your own company.  If you are interested in meeting these talented young professionals, contact Stephanie White at + 1 (302) 738-7100 x 3037 or swhite@pmafit.com.

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