Build your Brand at #NACEEXP17
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Click here to view the exhibit hall floor plan and to see a list of current exhibitors.
Catering and event professionals from across the country are looking to partner with innovative companies that can help them wow their clientele. Exhibiting in the 2017 Marketplace is your best opportunity to reach a hybrid audience of caterers, event planners and other industry professionals.
This year attendees will spend the entire day on the show floor, talking with exhibitors, attending education sessions, and learning about hot, new products.
Date and Location
Marriott Marquis Houston
Houston, Texas
Tuesday, July 18, 2017
Hours: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
Who Attends

Exhibitor Benefits
The Exhibitor package is the hottest ticket in town for companies that want to be front and center with the decision makers in our industry. The Marketplace Exhibitor package will include:
- 6.5 hours of face-to-face time with attendees
- Discounted hotel rates exclusively through the Marriott Marquis Houston
- Carpeted showroom
- Post-show list of 'opt-in' conference attendees
- Complimentary expo passes for staff (2 for 10' x 10' booth; 4 for 10' x 20' booth)
- Skirted table (1 for 10' x 10' booth; 2 for 10' x 20' booth)
- Breakfast and lunch in the showroom
- Pipe and Drape
- Company listing and logo in conference program
- Company listing and logo on conference website
Pricing
10 x 10 booth $1,495
10 x 20 booth is $2,990
Become a Sponsor
Be seen! As a sponsor, you will get visibility on the conference program, website, signage, slideshows during general session presentations, and at the event or product you are sponsoring. Click here to view our sponsorship opportunities.
Other Opportunities to Showcase Your Products/Services
New for 2017
SPONSORED EDUCATION SESSION
Bring education to the tradeshow floor by providing attendees with a session, presented by you. You have the chance to provide content to attendees about what's trending in catering and events, as well as offer solutions for their business needs. Sponsorship includes two (2) education only registrations, pre-and post-show list of opted-in conference attendees, logo and link on conference homepage and logo listed in all printed conference materials.
Please note, although it is encouraged that companies briefly describe their company during your session, for our attendees to find your information valuable, please refrain from using this opportunity to present a sales pitch. Content must be kept neutral, and topics should apply to a broad range of attendees rather than focused solely on your service or product. Sponsors must complete an application and have content reviewed and approved by the NACE Education Committee. The education committee reserves the right to decline submissions.
Sessions are 1 hour long. $5,000 per session
BREAKOUT AREA
Stake your claim! Sponsor a breakout session area as attendees move in and out of sessions throughout the show day. Sponsorship includes a table for materials in your sponsored area, the opportunity to place signs in your sponsored area, and the ability to network with attendees in the area throughout the day. Sponsorship also includes one (1) education only registration, pre-and post-show list of opted-in conference attendees, logo and link on conference homepage and logo listed in all printed conference materials.
$2,500 per breakout room – 2 available
NEW PRODUCT DEMO
Showcase your new product or service with a 20-minute presentation in the product demo area. Sponsorship also includes two (2) expo only passes, logo and link on conference homepage and logo listed in all printed conference materials.
Please note, Product or service must be new, created within the last 2 years. Interested companies must submit your product for review by the education committee. The education committee reserves the right to decline submissions.
$1,500 per Demo
CAREER CENTER
Help conference attendees reach their potential. Recruiters and other companies that can assist with career development are invited to participate as a career center sponsor. Sponsorship includes (1) 6’ draped table, (2) chairs, one (1) expo only pass for staff and/or guest (additional expo passes can be purchased for $60 each and includes meals in the hall), contact listing on all conference media materials, website, and onsite, where applicable (logo and link must be provided by specific deadlines)
$895 per table top
Questions?
Contact our sales department at [email protected] or call 410-290-5410.
Last Year’s Exhibitors
To give you an idea of the quality of our exhibitors on the show floor, click here for a list of last year’s show exhibitors.
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