Inside Exhibits

Fill out the form below and we will get in touch with you.

A number of our vendors have had problems utilizing the badge portion of our online ordering system. We want to ensure that your badges are ready when you arrive. If you have had problems with the badge entry system and would like to verify your list, we’ll be happy to go over your list if send it to us at exhibits@hamvention.org.

Most often the web portal will experience problems if browser security is set to high. We recommend using Chrome, Firefox or Edge with normal settings. The portal also doesn’t like some autofill plugins.

If you are experiencing problems entering badge staff. Please send us an email or use the form below to send us the list using the format and we will ensure you get the proper badges.

• First – Last – Callsign

Early bird pricing officially ends on April 10^th. We may extend this under certain circumstances as far as a month before Hamvention. Individuals who are currently working on their booth and are unable to pay because of a technical issue will be exempt during the period of technical issue.

The receipt from the website is a booking slip. Your actual receipt will be mailed and/or emailed once the booking has been approved. This process can take several days during periods of high volume because each and every reservation must be reviewed before it is accepted.

If you make changes to your account after being confirmed, it will temporarily remove your confirmation until we are able to review the changes. Drop us a note using the form below and we’ll hasten your changes.

It can take 24 to 48 hours for the list to update after any changes are made. Longer if the hamsters go on vacation for the weekend.

Please get in touch with the webmaster of pcboard.ca. Inside Exhibits staff do not have any access to update customer listings at pcboard.ca. There is a link at the top of the listing to submit your information.

Our processing agent attempts to verify billing address information when charging a credit card. Ensure your information matches as closely as possible. If you are declined more than twice in a row, you will continue to be declined automatically to prevent fraud. Some card types are not accepted such as temporary credit cards, rebate cards and quick pay cards. Additionally, some countries are excluded because of trade agreements outside of our control. If there continues to be a problem, call us or contact us below and let us know.

It is Hamvention policy to honor all booth positions from the prior Hamvention. For example:

• Company A is at booth #1000 and Company B is at booth #1001 for Hamvention 2017
  • Company A would like two booths for 2018
  • Company B has a right to occupy booth #1001
• In order to help everyone be as successful as possible in their Hamvention demostrations, inside exhibits volunteers will attempt to coordinate booth changes that work to benefit all companies involved. This process takes time and often will extend into close proximity to the show.
• We encourage vendors to work with their neighbors on plans to expand at least a year in advance. This method ensures that all parties are amicable to alterations.
• Any coordinated deal between two vendors must be verified. Ideally, both vendors primary contact will email exhibits stating the terms of the deal. If only one vendor states a deal has been struck, it will take time to verify the deal exists.
• Get your requests in early, if you are want to change, examining the show during operating hours is the best way to understand the areas.
• See also – How do I request extra booths?

Contact us using the form below.

• Please include company name
• Point of contact
• Any booth preferences should a move to elsewhere in the show be required
• A firm date to accomplish the move by
• Helpful Tips-
  • Move requests should be in as early as possible, by January if possible.
  • Working with neighbors during a show to plan for the following year makes booth changes easier for all involved
  • Moving can be good. It can rejuvenate a company image with increased show size and overall presence. (Did you see that Company BC moved this year? It looked a lot better than their usual schtick)

Many blanket policies and existing insurances may be used. The only requirements we have are that Greene County Fair & Expo Center is named as the covered, or “Places of usual business” in the case of blanket liability. A current copy of insurance is required every year unless prior arrangements are made. Any further questions should be directed to your regular insurance agent.

If you’re not sure where to go, you may try https://www.insurance4exhibitors.com/
^{*Dayton Hamvention is in no way affiliated with nor endorses this example}

The insurance requirement has been officially in place since 2008. However, the reminders are new because many do not read the Booth contract.

There are three methods for registering for Hamvention: Paper, Online, Combination

When using the paper form, please ensure that your booth selection is either a prior booth, available for booking or any general requirements for placement

If you have any questions about booking, please contact us using the form below

General booth setup begins first thing on Thursday morning. Wednesday setup is available for larger setups at no extra charge. Those who wish to setup on Wednesday should send a request to make sure schedules do not conflict with nearby vendors. There will be no more Wednesday schedule of events for move in. All others will be setting up on Thursday before the show during the hours listed on the Inside Exhibits schedule.

There will be two forms of internet available this year.

• Wired
  • Very reliable for normal internet use and demonstration videos
• Wireless – only available for purchase during the show
  • Suitable for intermittent internet use / most credit card readers
• All internet sales will be through the Inside Exhibits office
• You may pre-order your internet using the internet form

All vendors needing parking pass or badge services should visit the Inside Exhibits office located just inside Building 2 – Tesla building behind the ARRL.

• We ask that all people picking up credentials show a form of ID. This helps reduce any potential fraud and ensures we hand the right materials to you.
• When picking up your packet, you must take all materials for your booth. We are not your secretary and will not distribute your credentials per person.
• For customers who have not paid, payment will be required on arrival to receive credentials.
• For customers who left their badges on a tropical desert island, we will gladly assist you in recreating your credentials.

The short answer is no, it does not. You may provide your own skirting if desired or skirted tables may be ordered through the decorator. Please note that this service is handled solely by Tradeshow Solutions.

Many vendors do well with the provided electric. There are some vendors who have higher power needs than are available through the regular service. You may order additional electric using the Additional Electric form. This is available in a limited capacity and may not be available in all areas.

The typical booth is approximately 10′ x 10′ and will have a curtain backdrop. The color of curtain may vary from year to year. Each booth will have low (3′) curtain separators between the various vendors using the same color.

• Each booth receives a complimentary table 24” x 8′, that’s 2′ x 8′, not th 30” like the ones from Walmart
• Two banquet style chairs
• Approximately 600 Watts of electric at 110V-120V
• 3 Booth Badges
• 1 Parking pass per booth (no exceptions)

All vendors wishing to ship items directly to the show will need to fill out the Drayage shipping form. This is handled entirely by the Tradeshow Services and Hamvention plays no part in package handling. This is intentional because our volunteers are not equipped to handle the various package needs of our vendors. Do not ship directly to Greene County Fair & Expo Center! Your package may get lost!