2008 Buy the Big O! Show Exhibitor Information

Thank you for being a part of the 2008 Buy the Big O! Show on Wednesday, October 15 at Qwest Center Omaha.

Click here to see important dates to remember leading up to the Show.

As an exhibitor for the Show, you will need to complete some additional forms. Below is a guideline and instructions for which forms you need to complete.

Show Décor Forms

AAA Rents, Inc. is the official service contractor for Show décor. AAA Rents, Inc. will provide the tables, chairs, skirting, etc. for your booth. With your booth registration fee, you will receive:

• One (1) 8' table skirted in black
• Two (2) chairs
• Black draped 8' tall back and 3' tall side panels
• Company identification sign

If you need additional items or want to change the size of the 8’ table that comes with your booth, please visit the AAA Rents Omaha web site to submit your order. Pricing information can be found there. There will be additional charges for any changes made the day of the Show.

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Qwest Center Omaha Forms

Please read and/or complete the following Qwest Center Omaha Exhibitor forms. You will receive one 120 volt - 20 amp outlet with your regular / premium / specialty / island booth.

If you have additional electrical or audio visual needs, complete the indicated forms no later than October 1 . Prices will increase after this date. For questions regarding this information, contact Qwest Center Omaha Exhibitor Services at (402) 599-6701.

PLEASE NOTE all food items dispensed are limited to sample size products the exhibiting business manufactures/produces. All other food items must be purchased through Levy Restaurants at Qwest Center Omaha,(402) 599-6701. Click here to complete the required form if you plan on having food samples in your booth.

Name Badge Form

All exhibitors at the Show will receive an official Show name badge that must be worn throughout Show day. Complete the Name Badge form no later than October 1 and submit it via the web or email the list to Maria. Name badges can be picked up on move in day at exhibitor check-in on October 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you do not pick up your name badges that day, they will be placed at your booth on Wednesday morning prior to the start of the Show.

Move In Day

Move in for the Show will be Tuesday, October 14 from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm. Move in is limited to these hours. Enter Qwest Center Omaha from Abbott Drive and follow the road that runs along the east side of parking lot D to the docks on the back side of the facility. Unload your booth items at the docks, check in at Exhibitor Check-In just inside the dock doors, and take your items to your booth. You will then need to go and park your vehicle in Lot D before setting your booth up. You may re-enter Qwest Center Omaha through the dock side of the building to set up your booth. See map for details. Following these directions is crucial for dock traffic to flow smoothly.

Please be aware that there is another event going on at Qwest Center Omaha on both Tuesday and Wednesday evening, so traffic will be heavy at the end of the day.

Exhibitor Lunch

One exhibitor lunch is provided with each booth. Click here for menu and ordering details. Lunches can be picked up from the Exhibitor Lounge on the northeast side of the Show floor from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Orders for additional lunches must be paid prior to the Show. After payment is received, you will get a lunch confirmation sheet which you must present at the Exhibitor Lounge to pick up your lunch. Contact Levy Restaurants at (402) 599-6854 with questions.

Parking

Lot D on the north side of Qwest Center Omaha will be designated for exhibitor parking. Only exhibitors will be allowed to park in this lot the day of the Show. You will need to enter Lot D from Abbott Drive.

There is a cost of $6 to park at Qwest Center Omaha each time you enter any other parking lot the day of the Show.

Show Tickets

You will receive complimentary tickets to the Show. Put your company’s name on the tickets, hand them out to clients, and encourage your clients to come see you at the Show. If you need additional tickets, contact the Chamber at (402) 978-7912 or download tickets from this site prior to the Show. Each attendee at the Show will need a ticket to get in. If an attendee needs a ticket the day of the Show, the cost will be $10 at the door.

Show Logo

Include the official Buy the Big O! Show logo on your promotional items related to the Show. Go to www.BuyTheBigOShow.com/logo to download the version you need.

Marketing Tips
Listed below are some helpful tips on marketing your participation at the Show:

• Make a big deal when you hand out Show tickets, as they are a $10 value you are giving your clients free! There will be more than 400 companies exhibiting, which makes for incredible networking opportunities. There will be four great seminars to attend as well as prize drawings throughout the day.



• Consider adding a special note on your monthly statements and invoices such as, “Come see us at the 2008 Buy the Big O! Show in booth #______ on Wednesday, October 15 at Qwest Center Omaha from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.”



• Add a special note on your electronic email signature.



• Encourage people to stop by your booth by marketing the giveaway/promotional drawing that you will have in your booth at the Show.



• Consider offering and marketing an incentive if clients bring a friend to the Show and visit your booth.



• Talk about your participation at the Show in your newsletter/client communications.



• Add a short promotion on your company website. We can provide a link for a free ticket.



• If you/your employees belong to a business, professional or civic organization, consider handing out marketing information or Show tickets at a meeting.



• Mention your participation and booth number in upcoming/relevant company advertising (TV, radio, print).



• Use the official Buy the Big O! Show logo on your promotional items.

Contact Tracey Fricke at (402) 978-7957 or at tfricke@omahachamber.org if you have questions regarding this information.

Thank you again for your involvement with the 2008 Buy the Big O! Show.