tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77019137156742987052024-03-05T01:52:24.718-05:00Convention VendorYour "One Source" for Convention Audio Visual Technology and ManpowerAndy Wendthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01442779713721596612noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-74565246503076131092011-01-01T13:10:00.000-05:002011-01-01T13:10:18.503-05:00This blog is moving to blog.ConventionVendor.comThis blog is moving to <a href="http://blog.conventionvendor.com/">blog.ConventionVendor.com</a>.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05297159469160977091noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-39530550722602703472010-12-22T13:11:00.007-05:002012-07-24T13:23:18.278-04:002011 Convention Dates Announced for AES*<div style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" id="xcpost"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 216px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 157px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.prosoundnews.com/uploadedImages/ProSoundNews/News/web%20aes(3).jpg" />Roger Furness, Audio Engineering Society (AES) Executive Director, has officially announced the show dates for the 2011 AES Convention. The 130th AES Convention will officially be held in the Novotel London West Convention Center from Friday, May 13, 2011 to Monday, May 16, 2011. But Furness didn't stop there, he also announced that the 131st is confirmed for the Jacob Javits Center in New York from Thursday, October 20, 2011 to Sunday, October 23, 2011.<br /><br />According to Furness, "Extraordinarily positive attendee and exhibitor feedback confirmed the success of our 129th Convention in San Francisco this past November. We received high marks on all levels, technical, social and organizational. A palpable sense of optimism permeated the entire event."<br /><br />Furness went on to say that, "Our Convention Committees have already begun the year-long process of developing both these major 2011 events. The call for papers has been posted for the London Convention, and the New York Convention Chair Jim Anderson meets this week with our committee here to begin plans for October."<br /><br />In closing, Furness says, "Fortunately, many of our longtime Chairs have returned to the fold. The benefit of their skills and knowledge in insuring an outstanding convention experience is incalculable. We are confident that 2011 will bring the professional audio industry continued growth. We wish our members, attendees and exhibitors a happy and healthy holiday and a peaceful and prosperous New Year."<br /><br /><span style="FONT-STYLE: italic">*Rentacomputer.com is not affiliated with nor in any way authorized by the AES Convention 2011, the Novotel London West Convention Center or the Jacob Javits Center. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider, and this page in no way implies exclusivity of our services at the AES Convention 2011, the Novotel London West Convention Center or the Jacob Javits Center.</span><br /></div><div style="BORDER-TOP: #000000 2px solid; PADDING-TOP: 5px" id="xcfooter"><img align="left" src="http://rentacomputer.com/images/tta-headshot_reasonably_small.jpg" width="90" />A Tech Travel Agent from <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/">Rentacomputer.com, the Worldwide Technology Rental Company</a> will schedule installation of projectors, computers, and office equipment on a permanent or temporary basis in over 1000 cities worldwide. Call 800-736-8772<br /><br />We have 3987 Installers, Technicians and Engineers stationed worldwide to serve you.</div>zack duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06755868538662156079noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-22973699478533687982010-12-06T20:27:00.011-05:002012-04-04T15:05:56.599-04:00Dates and Tentative Guestlist for the Official Star Trek Convention in Vega - Celebrating 45 years of Star Trek.<div style="PADDING-BOTTOM: 5px" id="xcpost"><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh05U9nYMoIpFZsjdhE-Udz54QhtpJROKIRvB1Y-LYopBHRnPV-RgDNU-Z2tPExMvpuwO9RBEa7grHYNU6x9w-v0TToUSjh1mjzTi6NmK2DgGAth0uN25RRl5kUXiVqDgPLaIaDxxsgpKxT/s1600/williamshatner11%255B1%255D.jpg"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUv8c2FmbiGOKjGluay4hQfEYLzzEhTdixL54u-1JO_XuKGdc_Ceiu90FLhWRAO2jLWmQcR48DyI94taiXYvI350e5-NpyPwZvnVBgB3xVKljOSTUaZuH9TJgtATascnfLKafBklGXOMzr/s1600/star_trek_03_1024%255B1%255D.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 224px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547748526879952674" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUv8c2FmbiGOKjGluay4hQfEYLzzEhTdixL54u-1JO_XuKGdc_Ceiu90FLhWRAO2jLWmQcR48DyI94taiXYvI350e5-NpyPwZvnVBgB3xVKljOSTUaZuH9TJgtATascnfLKafBklGXOMzr/s400/star_trek_03_1024%255B1%255D.jpg" /></a><br /><div><div><div>The annual Official Star Trek Convention in Las Vegas for 2011 will celebrate 45 years of Gene Rodenberry’s legacy. It will be held August 11-14 at the Rio Suites Hotel, and despite being a new location for the convention, it is not a less exciting one.<br /><br />The convention will feature an impressive guest list for Star Trek fans:<br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg49cGFx1a5_Pv5UYisp6GuGECsK-BGQAvum9wAUySkaNhNyPqWKfmnETKYdrld6U6zxCkiRzID-sKT_vhCZMBClGdDS93xEHcECNl1wt99XJmhiacyKRa3iZUGlic7CrkZq0BqbZMwOIBW/s1600/williamshatner11%255B1%255D.jpg"></a><br /><br /><div><strong>William Shatner</strong>: Of course a Start Trek convention is not really a Star Trek convention unless Captain Kirk is <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbB9IcZvO-3WOiFIt5ynHBoZ96HbRRSEfm5Laz0QgXfAgmKAXtyMMT4eEvp2mX0-HkSgUUD1j30JgtHQ-RF3mEQhqGboEhIApHxZX-7zuYMILa5DsOCTXYS0deSb4P3rfA3xdFOeUIO3LY/s1600/williamshatner11%255B1%255D.jpg"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbB9IcZvO-3WOiFIt5ynHBoZ96HbRRSEfm5Laz0QgXfAgmKAXtyMMT4eEvp2mX0-HkSgUUD1j30JgtHQ-RF3mEQhqGboEhIApHxZX-7zuYMILa5DsOCTXYS0deSb4P3rfA3xdFOeUIO3LY/s1600/williamshatner11%255B1%255D.jpg"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbB9IcZvO-3WOiFIt5ynHBoZ96HbRRSEfm5Laz0QgXfAgmKAXtyMMT4eEvp2mX0-HkSgUUD1j30JgtHQ-RF3mEQhqGboEhIApHxZX-7zuYMILa5DsOCTXYS0deSb4P3rfA3xdFOeUIO3LY/s1600/williamshatner11%255B1%255D.jpg"></a>making an appearance.<br /><br /><strong>George Takei</strong> , who played Sulu, and Nichelle Nichols, who played Lt. Uhura in the original <em>Star Trek</em> series, will be appearing Sunday.<br /><br /><strong>Doming Keating and Connor Trinner</strong> of <em>Star Trek: Enterprise</em> will be appearing Thursday.<br /><br /><strong>Gwynyth Walsh and Barbara March </strong>of <em>Star Trek: The Next Generati</em>on will appear on Saturday.<br /><br /><strong>J.G. Hertzler and Robert O’ Reilly</strong>, also of <em>Star Trek: The Next Generation,</em> will appear on Friday.<br /><br />Also announced are <strong>Nana Visitor</strong> and <strong>Rene Auberjonois</strong> who have agreed to give a special performance. More are expected to be announced, however, all celebrity appearances are subject to change.<br /><br />Also in the tentative itinerary is a Yes/No Star Trek trivia game, where fans can put all of their years of Trekkin to use in a chance to win $1750.<br /><br />The Rio itself is sure not to disappoint fans either. The Rio has more than 2500 suites, each with 600 square feet of total space. Each Suite also includes a separate dressing area, couch, 32-inch TV, table with chairs, in-suite refrigerator and safe. The Rio also features free shuttle service to the Strip, a 120,000 square foot casino, four pools and a spa. So, in addition to basking in Star Trek fandom, guests of the convention and the Rio can enjoy many other things that the Rio has to offer. </div><br /><div>Click <a href="http://www.creationent.com/cal/stlv.htm">here</a> to find out more about this event.</div></div></div><br /><br /><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-21078936915646831792010-12-01T20:29:00.007-05:002012-04-04T15:08:33.450-04:00Guest Updates for the 2011 Orlando MegaCon*<div id="xcpost" style="padding-bottom: 5px;">
<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545899902779217330" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb-rfJPiHK5xXcf372IUl-uJFkS9IXJ_csoP6fY-h7-iY7cJLo28TGdTzLdhB0OCwxA9ndv9dRE0HZOW88PFXWiByLvPWu7pc6iINukDSaILi8CHWoBr69AWioZgBpykxqfO1Ijcab7rc/s200/Orlando-MegaCon-2011.jpg" style="cursor: hand; float: left; height: 100px; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px; width: 200px;" />MegaCon, one of the largest comic book, anime, gaming and multi-media events in the Southeast, is scheduled to take place March 25 through the 27, 2011 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.<br />
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Comic book, gaming and anime enthusiasts in the Orlando area look forward to the Orlando MegaCon each and every year, hoping to get a glimpse of their favorite artists, writers, creators, game developers and even, hopefully, a sneak peek at upcoming video games and comic book related movies.<br />
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So it isn't surprising that fans of the event try to find out as much information as possible about the show before it begins. Well, MegaCon has just dropped a tasty bit of information in the form of an update on the guest list for the 2011 show, which adds a ton of comic book guests, media guests, new events and so much more.<br />
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MegaCon unveiled this updated list of special comic book guests that included such names as: Joe Jusko (Vampirella, Wolverine/Hercules), Darwyn Cooke (Justice League: The New Frontier, Batman/The Spirit), Greg Horn (Elektra, Emma Frost) and Arthur Suydam (Marvel Zombies, Deadpool).<br />
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In addition to that, James Marsters (Buffy/Angel) has been added as a special media guest and a new event has been added, Speed Dating, which is slated to take place on Friday and Saturday only. Stan Lee advanced autograph tickets, and VIP tickets are now available. These tickets guarantee you an autograph from Stan Lee, legendary creator of such comics as The X-Men and Spiderman. In addition to that, autographs will be granted on a first-come first-served basis and will be limited.<br />
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MegaCon is also unveiling guests of honor Stan Lee and Star Trek icon William Shatner. William Shatner VIP special evening event tickets are also available. Other events that were included in the update include: children's events provided by the Skiffytown Heroes, paint and take room, RPG and LARP gaming events, anime events, a LAN room, belly dancing, an Indy Film Festival, movie trailers screening room, Saturday evening dance and professional panel rooms.<br />
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The MegaCon guest list is ever changing, so it would be advisable to constantly check out www.MegaConvention.com. Don't forget that the Orlando MegaCon takes place from March 25 to the 27 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.<br />
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*ConventionVendor.com is not affiliated with nor in any way authorized by the Orange County Convention Center or the Orlando MegaCon 2011. ConventionVendor.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of our services at the Orange County Convention Center or the Orlando MegaCon 2011.</div>zack duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06755868538662156079noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-14542740640983232102010-11-26T14:20:00.003-05:002012-07-24T13:23:19.097-04:00Las Vegas Conventions for January 2011<div id="xcpost" style="padding-bottom: 5px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img src="http://mrpotatoheadcostume.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/mr-mrs-potato-head.jpg" /><br />
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There are so many different kinds of conventions happening in Las Vegas this coming January. Conventions for Potato heads, Geeks, Adults, Doctors, lawyers and more, every conceivable convention is in Las Vegas in January.</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.cesweb.org/images/framework/cesweb_headerlogo.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img align="left" border="0" src="http://www.cesweb.org/images/framework/cesweb_headerlogo.png" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">The first 'really big show' not counting the National Potato Council 2011 Potato Expo is the CES or Consumer Electronics Show, billed as the 2011 International CES with 120,000 geeks, I mean people are planning to attend. Dates of the CES are January 6th through the 9th.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Then 2000 people will be attending the 2001 Sin City Shootout Softball Tournament. Teams are looking for players and players are still looking for teams. There is still time for you get on a team, really, check it out. More info here: <a href="http://www.sincityshootout.com/">http://www.sincityshootout.com/</a>.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Ben and Jerry's Franchise meeting is expecting 400 at the Red Rock Casino Resort Spa. I didn't know Ben and Jerry were franchising. Sounds interesting but you have to be dedicated. From their website: "What does it mean to be a Ben & Jerry's franchisee? It means you are a totally-devoted, head-over-heels Ben & Jerry's nut. You live for euphoric super-premium ice cream. You live for serving customers. And you live for giving back to the community." More info on that here: <a href="http://www.benjerry.com/scoop-shops/franchise-opportunities/">http://www.benjerry.com/scoop-shops/franchise-opportunities/</a></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Anthony Robbins has a conference at Caesars Palace and abut 800 people are planning to attend. I can't stand his commercials on Sirus XM, he is on constantly with that 'just woke up' voice. Jez the guy is brilliant, but can you have some else speak in your commercials. Also a few sound effects would be great.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Next up with the American Osteopathic Association and Western Beauty Rep Associations with combined attendance of 1350. Unlikely that there will be much crossover traffic at these two conventions. Maybe some doctors wives.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><img align="left" src="http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile-ak-snc4/hs862.snc4/71058_155119076901_7308631_n.jpg" />The California Teachers Assoication and the Army Navy Military Expo will have overlapping conventions at different hotels across town, combined planned attendance is around 1650. Here is something interesting, Let's Play Hockey has 4000 hockey players attending. Maybe they aren't all hockey players now, but at one time, haven't we all played hockey?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">2011 Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show is planning on 55,000 attendees! and World of Concrete 65,000! Who would know. Also World Market Cener with 50,000 planned. The last big show is January 25-27, <b>Surfaces 2011</b> is expecting 25,000 who are interested in floors, tiles and other surfaces.</span><br />
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Here is a good listing of Las Vegas Conventions for January 2011<br />
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01/03 - 01/05 - <a href="http://www.servicepower.com/" target="_new"><strong>Sales Kickoff & Servicepower Forum 2011</strong></a><br />
Red Rock Casino Resort Spa - 100 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/03 - 01/06 - <a href="http://www.groupphotographers.com/" target="_new"><strong>Technology Training Corporation Military Wireless Communications</strong></a><br />
Flamingo Las Vegas - 80 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/03 - 01/06 - <a href="http://www.groupphotographers.com/" target="_new"><strong>Group Photographers Association - Annual Meeting</strong></a><br />
Flamingo Las Vegas - 80 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/03 - 01/09 - <a href="http://www.sae.org/" target="_new"><strong>SAE International - Board of Directors Long Range Planning Meeting 2011</strong></a><br />
Bally's Las Vegas - 50 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/03 - 01/10 - <a href="http://www.potato-expo.com/" target="_new"><strong>National Potato Council 2011 Potato Expo</strong></a><br />
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino - 1,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/06 - 01/09 - <strong><a href="http://show.adultentertainmentexpo.com/">Adult Entertainment Expo 2011</a></strong> Sands Expo & Convention Center - 30,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/06 - 01/09 - <a href="http://www.cesweb.org/" target="_new"><strong>2011 International CES</strong></a><br />
Las Vegas Convention Center - 120,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/06 - 01/10 - <a href="http://www.abanet.org/" target="_new"><strong>American Bar Association - January Board of Editors Meeting 2011</strong></a><br />
Wynn Las Vegas - 25 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/08 - 01/09 - <strong><a href="http://www.acacd.com/">American College of Addictionology & Compulsive Disorders</a> </strong> Golden Nugget - 50 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/09 - 01/11 - <strong><a href="http://www.visitpalmsprings.com/">Palm Springs Tours & More</a></strong> <br />
Edgewater Hotel & Casino - 50 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/09 - 01/13 - <a href="http://www.ul.com/" target="_new"><strong>Underwriters Laboratories Inc - Core Team Off Site Meeting 2011</strong></a><br />
Vdara Hotel - 21 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/10 - 01/14 - <a href="http://www.theppaiexpo.org/" target="_new"><strong>Promotional Products Association International - PPAI Expo 2011</strong></a><br />
Mandalay Bay Convention Center - 18,500 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/11 - 01/18 - <a href="http://www.sincityshootout.com/" target="_new"><strong>2011 Sin City Shootout Softball Tournament</strong></a><br />
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino - 2,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/11 - 01/18 - <a href="http://www.benjerry.com/" target="_new"><strong>Ben & Jerry's Homemade Inc. - Global Franchise Meeting</strong></a><br />
Red Rock Casino Resort Spa - 400 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/12 - 01/15 - <a href="http://www.anestech.org/" target="_new"><strong>Society for Technology in Anesthesia - Annual Meeting</strong></a><br />
Venetian Resort - Hotel - Casino - 500 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/12 - 01/15 - <strong><a href="http://www.athletepromotions.com/events/parker-seminars-2011-annual-winter-convention.php">Parker Seminars--2011 Annual Winter Convention</a></strong> <br />
Las Vegas Hilton - 3,500 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/12 - 01/15 - <a href="http://www.afrds.org/" target="_new"><strong>Association of Fund-Raising Distributors & Suppliers Annual Convention</strong></a><br />
Paris Las Vegas - 500 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/12 - 01/15 - <a href="http://www.aaham.org/" target="_new"><strong>American Association of Healthcare Administrative Management (AAHAM)</strong></a><br />
Wynn Las Vegas - 60 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/12 - 01/16 - <a href="http://www.tonyrobbins.com/" target="_new"><strong>Anthony Robbins Companies Business Mastery</strong></a><br />
Caesars Palace - 800 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/12 - 01/17 - <a href="http://www.herffjones.com/" target="_new"><strong>Herff Jones PHOTOGRAPHY DIVISION - National Sales Conference</strong></a><br />
Bally's Las Vegas - 200 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/13 - 01/15 - <a href="http://www.osteopathic.org/" target="_new"><strong>American Osteopathic Association (AOA) - Osteopathic Medical</strong></a><br />
Paris Las Vegas - 800 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/13 - 01/15 - <a href="http://www.gmassociates.net/" target="_new"><strong>Western Beauty Rep Association - Western Buying Conference</strong></a><br />
Bally's Las Vegas - 550 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/13 - 01/17 - <a href="http://www.cta.org/" target="_new"><strong>California Teachers Association Issues Conference</strong></a><br />
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino - 650 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/15 - 01/20 - <a href="http://www.dcastlegrant.com/" target="_new"><strong>Army Navy Military Expo</strong></a><br />
Tuscany <a href="http://www.lvol.com/conventions/conv0111.html#" itxtdid="25196891" target="_blank">Suites</a> & Casino - 1,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/16 - 01/18 - <a href="http://www.redken.com/" target="_new"><strong>Redken Laboratories, Inc. - 2011 Annual Symposium</strong></a><br />
Mandalay Bay Convention Center - 2,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/17 - 01/19 - <a href="http://www.letsplayhockey.com/" target="_new"><strong>Let's Play Hockey International Expo</strong></a><br />
Red Rock Casino Resort Spa - 4,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/17 - 01/19 - <a href="http://www.sap.com/" target="_new"><strong>Field Kick-Off</strong></a><br />
Caesars Palace - 6,500 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/17 - 01/20 - <a href="http://www.hdaw.org/" target="_new"><strong>Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week</strong></a><br />
Mirage - 1,800 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/18 - 01/21 - <a href="http://www.shotshow.org/" target="_new"><strong>2011 Shooting, Hunting & Outdoor Trade Show</strong></a><br />
Sands Expo & Convention Center - 55,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/18 - 01/21 - <a href="http://www.worldofconcrete.com/" target="_new"><strong>World of Concrete 2011</strong></a><br />
Las Vegas Convention Center - 65,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/19 - 01/22 - <a href="http://www.jafra.com/" target="_new"><strong>Jafra Cosmetics International, Inc. - National Conference 2011</strong></a><br />
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas - 2,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/20 - 01/22 - <a href="http://www.nadl.org/" target="_new"><strong>National Association of Dental Laboratories 2011 Vision 21</strong></a><br />
Paris Las Vegas - 800 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/23 - 01/26 - <a href="http://www.secounselors.com/" target="_new"><strong>Society of Exchange Counselors 2011 National Meeting</strong></a><br />
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino - 120 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/24 - 01/26 - <a href="http://www.marketingsherpa.com/" target="_new"><strong>MarketingSherpa Annual Email Summit</strong></a><br />
Caesars Palace - 500 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/24 - 01/26 - <a href="http://www.inspiredesignlv.com/" target="_new"><strong>INSPIREDESIGN at World Market Center</strong></a><br />
World Market Center Las Vegas - 2,500 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/24 - 01/26 - <a href="http://www.cfa.com/" target="_new"><strong>Commercial Finance Association's Asset-Based Capital Conference</strong></a><br />
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas - 125 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/24 - 01/28 - <a href="http://www.familiesandschools.org/" target="_new"><strong>Families and Schools Together - International FAST Conference 2011</strong></a><br />
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino - 20 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/24 - 01/28 - <a href="http://www.barbershop.org/" target="_new"><strong>Barbershop Harmony Society - 2011 Midwinter Convention</strong></a><br />
Riviera Hotel & Casino - 1,900 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/24 - 01/28 - <a href="http://www.lasvegasmarket.com/" target="_new"><strong>World Market Center - Winter Las Vegas Market</strong></a><br />
World Market Center Las Vegas - 50,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/25 - 01/27 - <a href="http://www.surfaces.com/" target="_new"><strong>Surfaces 2011</strong></a><br />
Sands Expo & Convention Center - 25,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/26 - 01/28 - <a href="http://www.astd.org/" target="_new"><strong>2011 American Society For Training & Development Techknowledge</strong></a><br />
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino - 1,600 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/26 - 01/29 - <a href="http://www.dove-chocolate-discoveries.com/" target="_new"><strong>Dove Chocolate Discoveries</strong></a><br />
Paris Las Vegas - 250 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/27 - 01/28 - <a href="http://www.eonetwork.org/" target="_new"><strong>Entrepreneurs Organization - Presidents Meeting 2011</strong></a><br />
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino - 40 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/28 - 02/03 - <a href="http://www.aclu.org/" target="_new"><strong>ACLU Nationwide Staff Conference</strong></a><br />
Flamingo Las Vegas - 325 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/31 - 02/02 - <a href="http://www.ahrexpo.com/" target="_new"><strong>International Air-Conditioning Heating Refrigerating Exposition (AHR) Expo</strong></a><br />
Las Vegas Convention Center - 40,000 Projected Attendance<br />
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01/31 - 02/04 - <a href="http://educode.snicc.org/" target="_new"><strong>Southern Nevada Chapter, International Code Council (SNICC)</strong></a><br />
Orleans Hotel and Casino - 800 Projected Attendance<br />
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This year's ASHA Convention is November 18–20, 2010 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.<br />
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The ASHA, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association is the professional, scientific, and credentialing association for 140,000 members and affiliates who are speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists in the United States and internationally.<br />
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Vision <br />
Making effective communication, a human right, accessible and achievable for all.<br />
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Mission <br />
Empowering and supporting speech-language pathologists, audiologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists by:<br />
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Advocating on behalf of persons with communication and related disorders<br />
Advancing communication science<br />
Promoting effective human communication<br />
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This year's Convention theme, "Leadership into New Frontiers," will help us focus on what we need to do as professionals to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Knowing that leadership is not positional, we hope the Convention will help each person discover her/his potential for leadership in every day work and living. Under the guidance of program co-chairs, Shari Robertson and Tony Cacace, the Program Committee is working hard on program sessions with innovative speakers and topics that can meet the varied interests of ASHA members.<br />
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Convention organizers are finding ways to keep costs in line by finding "<i>Free Trade Convention Centers</i>"<br />
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Exclusive contracts cost convention organizers and their guests millions of dollars in higher cost for AV and Computer Rental equipment. Exclusive contracts cause some convention organizers to change venues due to high costs. This has recently hit home with the McCormick Place and Navy Pier in Chicago when the State of <a href="http://www.tech-army.org/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=3322&PID=8947#8947">Illinois passed a law that effectively ordered the convention centers to stop overcharging</a>.<br />
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Ian MacCosley recently posted an article about <a href="http://rentacomputer.wordpress.com/2010/09/22/when-hotels-and-convention-centers-overcharge/">convention centers overcharging</a> for everything from plasma flat screens to internet connections. Convention centers have a captured audience and they try to capitalize on that effect by offering exclusive contracts to vendors who also pay hefty fees for the privilege of being the only game in town.<br />
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At the Society of Independent Show Organizers (SISO) executive conference, held August 9-11, 2010 in Boston, MA, the SISO board and its members sent a powerful message to convention centers and hotels who are in the business of hosting trade shows. SISO said they strongly opposed “any policies whereby facilities require show organizers to use only that facility’s appointed and exclusive in-house vendors for services that would otherwise be widely available in the marketplace.”<br />
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They added, “Policies whereby the organizer is limited in its choice of contracting for services will, inevitably, drive both exhibitor and organizer costs needlessly higher, endangering loss of business to the city and the facility by driving shows to more friendly venues without such restrictions.” - Source: Trade Show News Network<br />
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<i>All <a href="http://www.conventionvendor.com/">Convention Vendors</a> want is Free Trade<br />
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Independent Audio Visual and <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"><a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/">Computer Rental</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal;"> companies want fair, open competition. Some in the industry are voicing their opinion about the illegal trade obstructionist policies by many convention centers and hotels. </span></i><a href="http://www.conventionvendor.com/">Convention Vendor</a> will be recommending to all our clientèle ‘FREE TRADE’ hotel and convention center venues.<br />
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The convention connects the industry and allows consumer electronic innovations to be grow and be shared. <br /><br />CES is being held in Las Vegas mainly at the Las Vegas Convention Center/Las Vegas Hilton. The LVCC has close to two million square feet of exhibit space and 144 meeting rooms that can hold anywhere from 20 to 2,500 people. It has an abundance of space for the thousands of exhibitors. <br /><br />CES 2011 is being held from January 6th through the 9th. It not only features thousands of exhibitors at the fair, but there are also conferences held where experts from the industry come together to discuss the technical and economic future of electronics. <br /><br />There is a huge variety of different exhibitors including: large and small dimensional home appliances, household filters for water refinement, audio and video techniques, TV-sets, video recorders, cameras, videogames, headphones, tuners, receivers, CD decks, amplifiers, cables, home cinemas, plasma monitors and components, home and mobile communication facilities, security systems, heating systems, air-conditioners, water heaters, the Internet, and household electric appliances. Many of the products that will be shown at the convention will not be available until later in the year.<br /><br />2011 CES promises to be even bigger than last year. If you need to <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/laptop.asp" title="laptop rentals">rent a laptop </a>or any <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/audio_visual.asp" title="audio visual rentals">audio visual equipment </a>for the convention, contact a <a href="http://techtravelagent.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/a-tech-travel-agent-at-your-service/" title="travel technicians">tech travel agent </a>at 1-800-736-8772 or visit rentacomputer.com. <br /><br />*Rentacomputer.com and Convention Vendor are not affiliated with or in any way authorized by the 2011 International Consumer Electronics Show or the Las Vegas Convention Center. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to 2011 International Consumer Electronics Show or the Las Vegas Convention Center.<br /><hr>Looking for a <a href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp" title="AV Rentals"> Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-76937131998969410832010-07-28T13:17:00.006-04:002010-07-31T11:14:48.106-04:00Hacker Halted Conference USA 2010*<img src="http://www.xponex.com/images/InterContinental-Miam-250.jpg" align="left" hspace="5" alt="hacker halted conference">The Hacker Halted Conference is a complete computer security conference. It features security experts from around the globe presenting intriguing security topics and discussing global security threats. 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If you need to <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/laptop.asp" title="laptop rental">rent a laptop </a>or any <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/audio_visual.asp" title="audio visual rentals">audio visual equipment </a>for the convention, contact a <a href="http://techtravelagent.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/a-tech-travel-agent-at-your-service/" title="computer rental technicians">tech travel agent </a>at 1-800-736-8772 or visit <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/" title="computer rentals">rentacomputer.com</a>. <br /><br />*Rentacomputer.com and Convention Vendor are not affiliated with or in any way authorized by the Hacker Halted Conference USA or InterContinental Miami. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to Hacker Halted Conference USA or InterContinental Miami.<br /><hr>Looking for a <a href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp" title="AV Rentals"> Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-60988163245856406392010-07-21T13:12:00.005-04:002010-07-21T15:10:39.435-04:0010 Tips for a Successful Trade Show Experience<img alt="10 Tips for a Successful Trade Show Exhibit" align="right" src="http://www.xponex.com/images/75675783-210.jpg" />From planning your booth to following up on leads, exhibiting at a trade show can be a lengthy process, but it's well worth the effort. In just a few short days, you'll meet as many customers as you would normally meet in about a year, and for the most part, the people you meet at trade shows are there because they are looking to purchase products and services just like yours. Here are a few quick tips that will help you make the most of your trade show experience.<br /><br />1. Be sure the show where you want to exhibit will help you reach your target audience. There's nothing worse than finding out you've wasted your time when it's too late.<br /><br />2. Also, be sure the show where you want to exhibit offers top-notch marketing tools. You'll want to be sure these will not cost you tons of extra money or are included in your exhibit package.<br /><br />3. Make sure the employees you plan to have running your booth are properly trained and know how to properly handle any situation that could arise. You can't be everywhere at once when you are being overwhelmed with customers and potential customers.<br /><br />4. 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The one you forget could be the one that was destined to be your biggest customer ever!<br /><br />7. Never pack up your booth until the show has ended. You never know when that last potential customer will come by.<br /><br />8. After the show, make sure you put together a database with all of your new leads.<br /><br />9. Follow up with every single new lead within a few days of the end of the show. This shows potential customers that you are serious about providing them with the services and products they need.<br /><br />10. Reflect over the trade show, maybe hold a <a title="Projector Meetings" href="http://meetingtomorrow.wordpress.com/">meeting</a> with all employees who were involved. Talk about what worked well at the show and decide what could be improved for future shows you plan to attend.<br /><hr /><br />Looking for a <a title="AV Rentals" href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp">Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-21450964050962400852010-07-14T15:29:00.001-04:002010-07-15T10:23:46.463-04:002010 Subway Convention Held in Chicago*<img src="http://www.xponex.com/images/McCormick-Place-200.jpg" align="left" hspace="5" alt="2010 Subway Convention">The 2010 Subway Convention is coming up very soon. It is being held at McCormick Place in Chicago. McCormick Place is made up of 4 state-of-the-art buildings that feature 11 different exhibit halls with 2.6 million square feet of exhibiting space. There are 173 meeting rooms, assembly seating for 15,000 people, 3 theaters seating 300 or more people, the Arie Crown Theater that seats 4,249 people, and over 5,000 easy access parking spaces. <br /><br />It is the perfect place to hold a convention, meeting, or trade show. It attracts over 3 million vistors each year. 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If you need to <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/laptop.asp">rent a laptop </a>or any <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/audio_visual.asp">audio visual equipment </a>for the convention, contact a <a href="http://techtravelagent.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/a-tech-travel-agent-at-your-service/">tech travel agent </a>at 1-800-736-8772 or visit rentacomputer.com. <br /><br />*Rentacomputer.com and Convention Vendor are not affiliated with or in any way authorized by the 2010 Subway Convention or McCormick Place. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to 2010 Subway Convention or McCormick Place.<br /><hr>Looking for a <a href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp" title="AV Rentals"> Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? 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But it seems as though there's a little bit of change taking place in Las Vegas, and that could be good news for everyone. </p><p>The <a title="Las Vegas Convention Center Computer Rentals" href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals-lm/Nevada-Las-Vegas.asp">Las Vegas Convention Center</a> and Visitor Authority's Executive Summary shows that more attendees are flocking to the Center's events. In May, 2010, 352,537 people showed up to attend various conventions. That's a 3.1% growth over May, 2009. </p><p>Even better news is that this is the third month in a row that the LVCCVA saw an increase in attendees. In April, 2010, the Center saw a 2.9% increase over April, 2009; and in March, there was even bigger increase of 5.2% over March, 2009. </p><p>Ironically, the number of conventions has declined in the same period. In May by 4%, in April by 1.4%, and in March by 2.9% </p><p>Even so, Las Vegas as a whole has seen a 2% increase in the number of visitors - this despite the price of hotels and other amenities showing an increase in prices, as well. </p><p>According to TSNN, Chris Meyer, the LVCCVA's Vice President of Sales, had this to say about the increase in the number of attendees, </p><blockquote><em>"The majority of our large trade shows have experienced increases in their attendance so far this year. That, and the fact that we are comparing to a very challenging time last year, have helped us show increases in the past few months. Based on conversations with our resorts partners, the booking calendars for our corporate and incentive programs are showing improvement in the fourth quarter of this year and look strong going into 2011. We are optimistic looking forward."</em> </blockquote><p><br />Meyer also said that summer isn't exactly convention season, but there are a few more big shows planned for the next two months, including Cosmoprof North America on July 18, World Show Association on July 30, and ASD/AMD on August 4. </p><p><hr /><br /><p></p><p>Looking for a <a title="AV Rentals" href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp">Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today. </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-73605836282350050342010-07-07T09:23:00.005-04:002010-07-08T08:42:55.098-04:00Savannah International Trade & Convention Center*<center><img alt="Savannah International Trade & Convention Center" src="http://www.xponex.com/images/98154523-320.jpg" /></center><p>Savannah, Georgia, established in 1733, was the original state capital of Georgia. As anyone can tell you, the city is such a beautiful place, it's no wonder that millions visit each year to check out its unique architecture and history. Whether you're visiting the oldest standing antebellum rail facility in the country or the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, there is so much to do in the "Hostess City of the South." Downtown Savannah is considered one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the United States, and the city even hosted sailing competitions in the 1996 Summer Olympics. The city covers 78.1 square miles 3.4 square miles of that being water. The city is the largest port in Georgia and the primary port on the Savannah River.<br /></p><p>With all this in mind, it's no wonder companies are choosing the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center for their <a title="Corporate Events" href="http://techrent.blogspot.com/" title="Corporate Event Rentals">corporate events</a>. The Center offers not only a gorgeous setting overlooking the Savannah River and the elegant city from the old South, but a state-of-the-art, functional facility as well. One of the prettiest convention centers in the nation, the 330,000 square foot complex has over 100,000 square feet of exhibit space, 50,000 square feet of meeting space, 13 meeting rooms, four executive board rooms, a 25,000 square foot Grand Ballroom, and a 367 seat auditorium </p><p>The Center is next to the city's Riverfront and landmark Historic District, as well as the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort and Spa. 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Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to the Savannah International Trade Convention Center</span>.<br /><hr /><br /><p></p><p>Looking for a <a title="AV Rentals" href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp">Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today. </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-83316942448349213892010-07-05T20:25:00.004-04:002010-07-05T23:18:39.136-04:00TS2 2010 Boston<img src="http://www.xponex.com/images/TS2-Event-Professional.jpg" alt="TS2 Corporate Event in Boston" align="left" hspace="6" vspace="6" />July 13-15, 2010, at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts, convention and event professionals will come together for the trade show industry's premier destination known as TS<sup>2</sup> 2010. This premiere event revolves around the planning, implementation, development, and execution of special events, trade shows, conventions, and other sales marketing initiatives for event marketing specialists and planners. Nowhere else in the United States will you find such a large gathering of exhibit and event professionals that will help you sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and update your knowledge on the latest industry trends. 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At TS<sup>2</sup> you will be brought up to date on key issues surrounding corporate events such as the principles of planning, properly budgeting an event, and the overall execution of your exhibits with an emphasis on technology and social media. Not only that, but exhibiting at TS<sup>2</sup> will put you and your company in front of 2,000 show attendees giving you unparalleled networking opportunities. Best of all, this event is planned by exhibitors, for exhibitors, so you can rest assured that you are among friends and will stay at the leading-edge of your market. Make the investment to attend TS2 and you will understand why it's invaluable to your career as well as your business to be part of this extraordinary experience.<br /><br />If you are planning to exhibit at TS<sup>2</sup> 2010 and are looking for the latest in event technology and <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/conference_centers/boston-convention-center.asp">Boston Convention and Exhibition Center Rentals</a>, visit Rentacomputer.com or call 877-422-1907 to get a quick and easy quote for a Boston computer, audio visual, or other technology rental.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;">*Rentacomputer.com and Convention Vendor are not affiliated or in any way authorized by the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center or TS<sup>2</sup> 2010. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center or TS<sup>2</sup> 2010.</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-33815091230141895502010-06-18T19:27:00.006-04:002010-06-18T20:40:23.089-04:00World Water Event at ACE 2010 Chicago*<img src="http://www.xponex.com/images/ACE-Water-Event.jpg" alt="Annual Conference and Exposition Convention from American Water Works Association" align="left" hspace="6" vspace="6" />June 20-24, 2010, at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois, water professionals from around the globe will be brought together at the ACE 2010 to stay at the cutting edge of water research and advancements. ACE 2010 is the 129th Annual Conference and Exposition of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) which seeks to bring the most innovative and interactive information on water available anywhere in the United States. Not only does the event serve as a networking opportunity for industry professionals, but it allows the industry as a whole to discuss the various challenges facing the water community today.<br /><br />ACE 2010 will offer over three days of technical sessions from manufacturers, engineers, and distributors, some of the best networking opportunities in the industry, and an exhibition hall featuring over 500 companies and 60,000+ members and other associated professionals. In addition to the comprehensive range of traditional programs and presentations offered by the exhibitors, there will also be several keynote presentations by leading experts who have applied their own research and technologies to address many of today's questions including the sustainability options related to water utilities. Without a doubt, if your products and services provide solutions for today's water professionals, exhibiting at ACE10 is a must!<br /><br />Now more than ever the water industry is depending on the innovative products and services provided by individual corporations and businesses to protect the public health and ensure safe supplies of water. If you are planning to exhibit at the 2010 Annual Conference and Exposition and are interested in <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/Conference_Centers/McCormick_Place_PC_AV_Rental.asp">Audio Visual Rentals at the McCormick Place</a> then visit Rentacomputer.com. Ensure your company's products and services remain center stage at ACE 2010 and you'll open the door to new opportunities.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;">*Rentacomputer.com and Convention Vendor are not affiliated or in any way authorized by McCormick Place Convention Center or the Annual Conference and Exposition. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to the McCormick Place Convention Center or the Annual conference and Exposition.</span><br /><hr />Looking for a <a href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp" title="AV Rentals"> Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-19475936496591129582010-06-02T14:14:00.003-04:002010-06-02T15:00:24.047-04:00Sit Back, Relax, and Let Corporate Event Rentals Save You Time and Money<img src="http://www.xponex.com/images/Relax.jpg" align="left" width="250" alt="Relaxing for a Trade Show after contacting a Tech Travel Agent">If you've ever had to plan for a corporate event such as a trade show, conference, or convention, you know exactly how much time and effort goes into coordinating a successful event. Not only must you prepare your own schedules, presentations, and seminars, but on top of that comes the technical know-how of the equipment and technology needed to ensure a smooth and uninterrupted event.<br /> <br />Think about it, the only purpose for attending a corporate event is to give exposure to your product and services while networking with other industry professionals and gaining knowledge in your field of expertise. So Why should you waste your valuable time on the trivial technical details of your trade show booth when it could be better spent planning the finer details of what you and the event have to offer in terms of the industry.<br /><br />Not only is planning the technology yourself time consuming, but you'll find it doesn't exactly help you to pinch pennies. Purchasing the technology is expensive in itself, not to mention you'll have to ship and handle it in person at the event. Then there is the risk of damaging the equipment which would put you back thousands of dollars in technology and your event would be an absolute bust. <br /><br />Why feel the need to handle all the stress yourself when you could sit back, relax, and focus on the more important details of your corporate event? Why bother spending all that money on brand new equipment when you could have the latest technology at your fingertips for a fraction of the price with professional installation and on-site service guaranteed? We feel the exact same way and work day and night to offer only the best <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/">Corporate Event Rentals</a> with top notch service. <br /> <br />The only thing you need to do for a smooth and successful event is contact a friendly Tech Travel Agent from Convention Vendor. Tech Travel Agents are your one point of contact and will work with you every step of the way to ensure you are getting the exact technology and services needed for your event. <br /><br />When you gain the support of a Tech Travel Agent, you also gain the experience and knowledge of the <a href="http://www.tech-army.org/">Tech Army Organization</a> which employs only the best and brightest technicians in the industry. The Tech Army has thousands of technicians across the United States and Canada so you can rest assured that you will be getting professional and local service without forking out the big bucks.<br /><br />The only thing you will have to worry about is showing up to the event. Leave the shipping, installation, and on-site service to the professionals while you focus on expanding your business and creating a name for yourself. Contact a Tech Travel Agent today at 877-422-1907, or visit <a href="http://www.conventionvendor.com/">Convention Vendor</a> to learn more about the services we offer. <br /><hr>Looking for a <a href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp" title="AV Rentals"> Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-35682905095750388072010-06-01T03:13:00.005-04:002010-06-01T03:38:36.658-04:00New Orleans Morial Convention Center*<center><img alt="The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans" src="http://www.xponex.com/images/nolaconventioncenter-250-300.jpg" /></center><p>The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans is one of the largest Convention Centers in the country. Located in the heart of New Orleans, the convention center sits on the bank of the Mississippi River, just a 1,600 feet from the infamous Canal Street. The center, which was named for Ernest N. Morial, the mayor of New Orleans, has over 1.1 million square feet of exhibit space that covers eleven blocks and over three million feet. As a mater of fact, the entire front of the main building is a kilometer long. That's a big convention center! </p><p>Planning of the fifth-largest convention center in the United States began in 1978. In 1984, construction began on the building as part of the 1984 Louisiana World Exposition. Over the next 25 years, additions would expand the center up the river. The center was named after Mayor Morial in 1992, but in 2008, it was renamed New Orleans Morial Convention Center. Today, it serves as the second busiest convention center in the nation. </p><p>In August of 2005, the show <em>Wheel of Fortune</em> was set to record in the center, but a hurricane named Katrina was threatening the area, forcing them to cancel. The convention center would play a huge role in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. After the Lousiana SuperDome, the convention center became the second most important shelter for hurricane survivors. It served as a temporary medical clinic for the remainder of that year. Conventions started back in early 2006. </p><p>If you're planning to exhibit at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center and are in need of a <a title="New Orleans Computer Rentals" href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/States/Cities/Louisiana-New%20Orleans.asp">New Orleans Computer Rentals</a>, audio visual rentals, or any other technology rentals, visit ConventionVendor.com or call 1-800-736-8772. </p><p><span style="font-size:78%;">*Rentacomputer.com and Convention Vendor are not affiliated with or in any way authorized by the New Orleans Morial Convention Center. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to the New Orleans Morial Convention Center.</span> <hr /><br /><p></p><p>Looking for a <a title="AV Rentals" href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp">Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today. </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-64855010158833820362010-05-26T19:07:00.005-04:002010-05-26T20:55:01.124-04:00Charleston Area Convention Center*<img alt="Charleston Area Convention Center" src="http://www.xponex.com/images/97994041-210.jpg" align="right" />Charleston, South Carolina is one of the oldest cities in the nation and the oldest city in South Carolina and the Charleston Area Convention Center (CACC) is located in the heart of North Charleston. The CACC opened its doors in August, 1999 and offers almost 77,000 square feet of exhibition space, spread amongst three different halls. Each hall offers concessions, restrooms, pre-function access, and loading docks. The CACC also offers ballroom, meeting rooms, and connects to the Performing Art Center, as well as the North Charleston Coliseum and the Embassy Suites Hotel.<br /><br />The Performing Arts Center offers over 2,300 seats, while the Coliseum offers 30,000 square feet, which includes seating capacity for over 14,000 and enough exhibit space for 188 8x10 booths. The CACC itself, offers 37,000 square feet of pre-function space, almost 25,000 square feet of ballrooms, and 14 rooms that make up nearly 12,800 square feet of meeting space. There are over 3,000 parking places surrounding the convention center, and concessions are provided by Centerplate, no matter what facility you'll be using for your event.<br /><br />In recent years, the CACC has been taking steps to make the convention center "green." These steps include:<br /><ul><li>Recycling cardboard, newspaper, white paper, plastics, glass, metal, wood pallets, batteries, ink cartridges, e-waste, and cooking grease</li><li>Turning landscape trimmings to mulch</li><li>Saving energy bu installing motion sensors in bathrooms, meeting rooms, and offices; using LED exit signs, compact fluorescents, T-8 fluorescents, and electronic ballasts; updating to energy-efficient chillers and variable frequency drives; and using natural light throughout pre-function areas </li><li>Using electric or compressed natural gas in vehicles and cleaning equipment</li><li>Leftover food supplies are donated to the local food bank</li><li>Getting staff involved with Adopt-a-Highway, Palmetto Pride, and other anti-litter groups and more!</li></ul><p>If you're planning to exhibit at the Charleston Area Convention Center and are in need of a <a title="">audio visual or other technology rentals</a>, visit ConventionVendor.com or call 1-800-736-8772. </p><p><span style="href: ">*Rentacomputer.com and Convention Vendor are not affiliated with or in any way authorized by the Charleston Area Convention Center. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to the The Charleston Area Convention Center.</span> <hr /><br /><p></p>Looking for a <a title="AV Rentals" href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp">Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-8482134657031014582010-05-24T04:55:00.009-04:002010-05-25T13:40:52.191-04:00Why Choose Convention Vendor for AV at your next Conference<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZx7RZ7kBmL0kmTlGhmGlAPjjIooDAmIR5Qdsvh8UINVQKSGpdetJPfUJXmSfc136RxIwOcgIflchfVBZajn_mp3225tuoOys3uQjrlJjIaFi-zDp2QFK3xnYvpuBvrO2AuTY6CgbpeTDA/s1600/Trade-Show-Networking.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZx7RZ7kBmL0kmTlGhmGlAPjjIooDAmIR5Qdsvh8UINVQKSGpdetJPfUJXmSfc136RxIwOcgIflchfVBZajn_mp3225tuoOys3uQjrlJjIaFi-zDp2QFK3xnYvpuBvrO2AuTY6CgbpeTDA/s400/Trade-Show-Networking.jpg" alt="Business Professional Networking after an Audio Visual Rental" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5474777384056275266" border="0" /></a>First of all, you may be thinking to yourself just why in the world you would want to <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/convention_rental.asp">rent convention and trade show equipment</a>, but you need to keep in mind all of the reasons that you are attending this event for in the first place. Conventions, trade shows, and conferences are without a doubt the biggest opportunities for you and your businesses to delve into the heart of your industry or market. Out on the floor you will be giving your product and business unprecedented exposure while networking with industry professionals and forging long lasting professional relationships with potential clients or even employees. Consider how terrible it would be if everyone who showed up at your booth didn't even want a second look due to the uninspired nature and appearance of your showroom booth. In this situation, you may find yourself handing out pamphlets or giving people your business card after explaining to them exactly what it is you and your business do. <br /><br />Now imagine that you have a 42" Plasma Display hanging in the back of your booth attached to professional audio equipment while its playing a short presentation or video about your company. There's also an interactive kiosk out in front of the booth which serves as a visitor welcome as well as a product demonstration or proof of concept of your services. You can easily imagine which booth would see more visitors and in the long run see more growth. Regardless of what creative use of technology you may come up with, its clear that having top of the line audio and visual equipment is a surefire way insure that your booth will stand out amongst the others.<br /><br />So now that you've decided renting av technology for your event is the next big thing, just who exactly should you choose to supply your equipment? That's simple. At Convention Vendor, we are the convention rental experts who will get you the equipment you need, when you need it, and with the customer support you deserve. With over 20 years of experience in handling the logistics and intricacies of convention and audio visual rentals, you can be sure your equipment will make it to your booth on time and as described. Our battle hardened Tech Army has over 3000 troops in reserve locally across the United States and can deliver equipment such as computers, <a href="http://www.conventionvendor.com/laptops.asp">laptops</a>, projectors, <a href="http://www.conventionvendor.com/plasma-TVs.asp">plasma screens</a>, interactive kiosks, and even entire <a href="http://www.conventionvendor.com/trade-show-booths.asp">trade show displays</a> straight to your booth without a hitch. They can even make sure that all your technology is perfectly wired and networked before leaving you to your trade show.<br /><br />So remember, if you are in the market for a high quality convention and audio visual rentals for your next big event, then look no further than Convention Vendor and their friendly Tech Travel Agents. Visit www.techtravelagent.com or call 800-736-8772 to get all of your <a href="http://www.conventionvendor.com/">Convention Rental </a>needs handled today!<br /><hr />Looking for a <a href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp" title="AV Rentals"> Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-63615620155179427802010-05-16T22:13:00.005-04:002010-05-16T23:47:30.403-04:00"The Blue Economy" 2010 Honolulu<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRSH1AHOJ4LX6mI4rnEBtlAztE1h_vJ5KwS4tfZDZTuB3AbxzeOFOzeNGEu6DaPlHTA2hVHMW2SCHUwedQ8xtymtiTh-ul5P4pkzE1VsWzahyk2mmDNkEGth675J9HLd43fw9AooECQTO8/s1600/The%E2%80%93Blue%E2%80%93Economy.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRSH1AHOJ4LX6mI4rnEBtlAztE1h_vJ5KwS4tfZDZTuB3AbxzeOFOzeNGEu6DaPlHTA2hVHMW2SCHUwedQ8xtymtiTh-ul5P4pkzE1VsWzahyk2mmDNkEGth675J9HLd43fw9AooECQTO8/s320/The%E2%80%93Blue%E2%80%93Economy.jpg" alt="The World Congress on Zero Emissions Initiatives" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472058229009548034" border="0" /></a>September 13-17, 2010, at the world famous Hawai'i Convention Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, thousands of people will gather for The World Congress on Zero Emissions Initiatives. Hawai'i is currently one of the most isolated and vulnerable archipelagos in the world and is heavily dependent on importation of food and oil. Despite this, Hawai'i is among the most diverse places in the world with respect to the sheer amount of life zones for such a small geographical area. Hawaiians have a history of ensuring the natural balance of the environment and ecosystems because, put simply, waste of any kind is simply not an option. Their entire way of life reflects a respect for the environment which resonates very deeply with many of the issues we are facing today.<br /><br />The World Congress on Zero Emissions Initiatives will be launching "The Blue Economy" which will focus on the design of an economic system driven by innovations, generating jobs, and building social capital. "The Blue Economy" will be based upon <a href="http://www.zeroemissionshawaii.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=29&Itemid=16">one hundred plus breakthroughs</a> in businesses that have proven their competitiveness while operating in harmony with ecosystems around the globe. The innovations being addressed at the World Congress are related to Energy, Food, Health, Housing, Transportation, Water and Waste, and how these innovations can be integrated to provide new job opportunities in today’s changing world. It is hoped that these concrete case studies will inspire upcoming entrepreneurs, existing CEO's, industries, and government from all over the world to follow suit. In attendance will be world renowned leaders and entrepreneurs including Professor Gunter Pauli, founder of Zero Emissions Research Initiatives (ZERI) and author of "The Blue Economy."<br /><br />”Our challenge today, is to respond to the basic needs of all with what we have, to build upon indigenous cultures as in Hawai‘i, learning from the ancient systems of the past, while drawing upon concrete innovations and examples from around the world" – Professor Guner Pauli<br /><br />If you're planning to exhibit at The World Congress on Zero Emissions Initiative and are in need of quality <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/conference_centers/hawaii-convention-center.asp">Hawaii Convention Center Audio Visual Rentals</a>, visit Rentacomputer.com or call 877-422-1907 to get a quick and easy quote for a Honolulu computer, audio visual, or other technology rentals.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;">*Rentacomputer.com and Convention Vendor are not affiliated or in any way authorized by the Hawaii Convention Center or The World Congress on Zero Emissions Initiative. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to the Hawaii Convention Center or The World Congress on Zero Emissions Initiative.</span><br /><hr />Looking for a <a href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp" title="AV Rentals"> Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-49804547964265968232010-04-30T04:52:00.006-04:002010-04-30T06:18:12.343-04:00The Internet Show 2010 New York<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixJhnUuzrUJk2MyUWtSaLFDKxxiSscnrjKVbPrQj4MhdCp8gEg9XTFdtCJFtUHgOHZ89OMrb2PbbM9nSkJHvQmdsR41OuAXEa2wkjh-q_bAu29GusSg5zrY8Bmf9gXqHfOMlafn0gotemD/s1600/Jacob-K-Javits-Convention-Center.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixJhnUuzrUJk2MyUWtSaLFDKxxiSscnrjKVbPrQj4MhdCp8gEg9XTFdtCJFtUHgOHZ89OMrb2PbbM9nSkJHvQmdsR41OuAXEa2wkjh-q_bAu29GusSg5zrY8Bmf9gXqHfOMlafn0gotemD/s320/Jacob-K-Javits-Convention-Center.jpg" alt="Jacob Javits Convention Center and The Internet Show 2010" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465856383211597298" border="0" /></a>May 05-06, 2010, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York, New York, big, medium and small business will be brought together at The Internet Show to find new ways of doing business. The Internet Show is a business show, not a technology show, where innovation is showcased, solutions are found and learning is done, all in the interest of expanding our knowledge and understanding of doing business on the internet.<br /><br />The Internet Show is a series of seminars and a large end-to-end showcase of the latest internet technologies and business solutions. It is the only event which brings SMB's and large corporations together under the same roof, all eager to enhance their product offerings via the internet through case study presentations and networking directly with solution partners. Spanning over the course of two days, there will be 72 on-floor seminar presentations covering topics of digital advertising and marketing, web 3.0 and social networking, e-commerce and payments, content management and streaming, hosting and infrastructure, and much much more. In content and experience alone, The Internet Show will be the only event of its kind in New York in 2010.<br /><br />In the online world, things change quickly and dramatically. Today's big thing will be history tomorrow and its in the best interest of all businesses, big or small, to stay on top of this is a continuous cycle. If you are planning to exhibit at the 2010 Internet Show and are interested in a <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/Conference_Centers/Jacob-Javits-Convention-Center-Rentals.asp">Jacob Javits Computer and Audio Visual Rental</a> then visit Rentacomputer.com. Or, if you are traveling business professional planning to attend the many showcases at this event and network with peers in the industry, you may be interested in a <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/states/cities/new%20york-new%20york%20city_laptop.asp">New York City Laptop Rental</a>. Regardless, this show is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your business as well as your willingness to stay at the forefront of internet technologies and business trends.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;">*Rentacomputer.com and Convention Vendor are not affiliated or in any way authorized by Jacob Javits Convention Center or The Internet Show. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to the Jacob Javits Convention Center or The Internet Show.</span><br /><hr />Looking for a <a href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp" title="AV Rentals"> Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-5658855311545937972010-04-26T05:29:00.011-04:002010-04-26T13:14:41.476-04:00The George R. Brown Convention Center<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU5yzZEPtpDj8Xf4VGN-RGBHOha6cq7e6oP7uyL2fOwuV9mYlD8cNrYuoI3JUuyllaGR73HfWvHbuqvRms0_XnR5cLY4WTyYGxl2v6Gv40iss51CZ2wv_St_F35miT2_QNnBn4PavQDB0v/s1600/George-R-Brown-Convention-Center.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU5yzZEPtpDj8Xf4VGN-RGBHOha6cq7e6oP7uyL2fOwuV9mYlD8cNrYuoI3JUuyllaGR73HfWvHbuqvRms0_XnR5cLY4WTyYGxl2v6Gv40iss51CZ2wv_St_F35miT2_QNnBn4PavQDB0v/s320/George-R-Brown-Convention-Center.jpg" alt="George R Brown Convention Center in Downtown Houston Texas" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464383860922067202" border="0" /></a>The George R. Brown Convention Center opened on September 26, 1987 on the east side of Downtown Houston. The convention center was named in honor of the prominent Houstonian George Rufus Brown who was an entrepreneur, civic leader and well known philanthropist. Browns own Texas Eastern Corporation even donated 6 of the 11 blocks required to build the center which is now operated by the city of Houston. The sleek 100-foot high red-white-and-blue building was completed with a price tag of $104.9 million, requiring nearly 30 months of construction and more than 1,200 workers which replaced the then obsolete Albert Thomas Convention Center.<br />
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Renovations began on July 28, 2001 to expand the convention center and build an adjacent 1,200 room convention headquarters hotel which required 27 months of construction. The adjacent hotel became known as the Hilton Americas-Houston and is connected to the convention center via several skywalks. This project expanded the center from 1,150,000 square feet to 1,800,000 square feet and added three new exhibit halls increasing exhibition space from 451,500 square feet to 853,500 square feet. In addition sixty-two meeting rooms were added making a total of 105 throughout the convention center.<br />
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Today the George R. Brown Convention Center is among the top 10 largest convention centers in the nation netting nearly 1.2 million square feet of exhibition, meeting and registration space which attracts many visitors year round. Some of the more notable conventions hosted at the GRB are the International Quilt Festival and International Quilt Market which draws more than 50,000 visitors once a year. The 2004 and 2008 Texas Democratic Convention were also held at the center. <br />
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The most recent convention held here in Houston was the 2010 Shell Eco-marathon which was held just a few weeks ago on the last weekend of March. College and high school teams from around the world designed, built and tested vehicles for maximum fuel efficiency at the Discovery Green, a 12 acre entertainment park across from the convention center. The 2010 event marks the first time the Shell Eco-marathon has taken place outside Southern California since it began in 2007.<br />
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If you are planning to exhibit in Houston and are interested in <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/rentals/Conference_Centers/George_R_Brown_PC_AV_Rental.asp">George R. Brown Computer and Audio Visual Rentals</a> from well known and trusted professionals, contact your friendly Tech Travel Agent or call 877-422-1907 to get a quick and easy quote for <a href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/get-a-quote.asp?sRequest=Houston%20Computer,%20Audio%20Visual,%20and%20Convention%20Technology%20Rentals">Houston computer, audio visual, and convention technology rentals.</a><br />
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<hr />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-38756271443097742232010-04-18T14:30:00.004-04:002010-05-07T13:32:46.557-04:00Plasma Rentals are Great for Trade Shows and Conventions<img alt="Plasma Rentals are Great for Trade Shows and Conventions" src="http://www.xponex.com/images/plasma(3)-240.jpg" align="right" /> If you're planning to exhibit at a trade show or convention in the near future and you're looking for a way to spruce up your exhibit and attract attention, you can't go wrong with a<br />
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As a matter of fact, 42-inch and larger flat plane plasma display rentals are becoming quite popular. "Large 42-inch plasma's are a very, very popular thing to rent for trade show booths. People have elaborate PowerPoint presentations that look excellent on the floor standing plasma display. It's right in your face marketing for everyone passing by your trade show booth," says Darcy Mann, a Tech Travel Agent for Rentacomputer.com, a company that specializes in renting plasmas for any trade show or convention in the United States. <br />
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So why a plasma verses other displays? Well, plasmas are four to five times brighter than your average television and they also have great contrast ratios, which enables more shadow detail. Also, a plasma has a greater field of vision, allowing you a full 180 degrees of viewing without sacrificing quality. Plasmas are usually cheaper than say, an LCD, and when used on an average of six hours per day, they can last for 20+ years. And finally, plasmas don't take up much room and can be mounted on the wall. <br />
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The quality images presented by a plasma are great for corporate events such as trade shows, conferences, and conventions. You'll get full motion video and the highest quality around. But unfortunately, moving a plasma to these events can be very risky. That's why you are better off renting instead of buying. <br />
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As a matter of fact, renting a plasma is a great choice for a number of reasons. Because of their low durability, deployment, insurance, and potentially frequent replacements, renting a plasma will save you money. When you rent a plasma, experienced professionals take care of transporting it for you, which lowers your risk. They will deliver the plasma display to your event and set it up to your liking. And when the event is over, they'll take it down and remove it for you too. <br />
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Plasmas range from about 32 to 61 inches and larger displays are expected to be available soon. Imagine the atmosphere your exhibit booth could create when you're using large plasma display rentals to showcase your product or service. If you're interested in finding out more about plasma display rentals for trade shows or conventions, visit <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/">www.Rentacomputer.com</a> or call your Tech Travel Agent today at 800-736-8772. <br />
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Looking for a <a title="AV Rentals" href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp">Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-55718025482886687352010-04-03T18:29:00.004-04:002010-04-03T19:46:54.058-04:00So You Want to Exhibit at a Trade Show?<center><img alt="Exhibiting at Trade Show" src="http://www.xponex.com/images/tradeshowwoman-300.jpg" /></center><p>If you're a business owner and you're thinking about exhibiting a trade show, what are you waiting for? This may be the most important career decision you make in your lifetime. You'll get your name out to so many people in such a short amount of time, for a relatively small amount of money. You'll reach more new customers and industry insiders over the course of a few days than you might during an entire year. </p><p>Not only will you get the opportunity to reach a much larger market, but you'll have the opportunity to network with other people in your industry. You may even make sales and deals with other exhibitors, allowing you to establish yourself in a new position in your industry. Maybe you want to find new distributors or recruit new employees. Maybe you want to research the market or competition. These ideas are all possibilities when exhibiting at a trade show. Some trade shows will allow you get exposure to the media and create a new image for your products, services and your company as a whole.<br /><br />Are you sold yet? Ready to take on a trade show for the first time? How do you know which one to attend? There are so many trade shows out there and 2010 is expected to be a big year for the trade show industry. With that in mind, you'll want to consider a few things before you decide which one(s) to attend. First of all, who is your target customer? Maybe you sell baby furniture. Your target customers are probably young adults, new or soon-to-be parents, particularly new moms. Of course you'll want to look into any type of parenting or baby trade shows, but what about a home show? Or maybe a show aimed specifically at women. </p><p>You'll also need to know what part of the country is best for your business. You probably wouldn't want to sell beach products in Iowa or winter items in Florida. And of course, you'll probably want to start closest to your hometown unless you have a large mail-order presence. Other things you might want to consider are who else will be attending the show, how much help will you have from your employees, and what is the show's reputation? Experts suggest attending a trade show as a consumer before deciding whether or not you'd like to exhibit there. </p><p><hr /><br /><p></p><p>Looking for a <a title="AV Rentals" href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp">Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today. </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7701913715674298705.post-8541069464558802152010-03-25T08:15:00.000-04:002010-03-25T08:27:43.031-04:00The Las Vegas Convention Center<center><img alt="The Las Vegas Convention Center" src="http://www.xponex.com/images/lasvegas-300.jpg" /></center><p>Did you know the Las Vegas Convention Center is one of the largest convention centers in the world? With 3,200,000 square feet of space, the LVCC, owned by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority in Las Vegas, Nevada, can host up to 200,000 people at once. The need for the facility was realized in the 1950's when community leaders were looking for a way to increase occupancy rates at local hotels. They settled on a spot just east of the Las Vegas Strip, where the failed Las Vegas Park Speedway was located and original LCVV opened in 1959.; It featured 6,300 seats, a silver dome rotunda, and a 90,000 square foot exhibit hall. In 1990, the dome was done away with, in an effort to expand. In 1998, it was expanded again and more parking was added. </p><p>The LVCC has seen a number of large conventions over the years. The 2008 CONEXPO-CON/AGG construction trade show used the most space of any other show (2, 400, 000 square feet). The now defunct COMDEX was the most attended show in the country with over 200,000 attendees. Currently, the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show is the most attended trade show with over 110,000 attendees. In addition to serving as an exhibit hall, the LVCC plays host to the filming of a number of TV Shows, including several Food Network shows and in 2009, the Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions. The LVCC sits next to the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel and the Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel. </p><p>In the future, the LCVV may be expanded even further, however, right now, those plans have been put on due to budget constraints. However, if the plan is allowed to go through, it will include an additional meeting room, a grand concourse linking the LVCC's three halls, a signature facade in front, enclosed pedestrian access, and police and fire facilities on the property.<br /><br />If you're planning to exhibit at an upcoming Las Vegas Convention Center event and are in need of quality technology rentals, visit <a href="http://www.rentacomputer.com/">Rentacomputer.com</a> or call 877-422-1907 to get a fast <a title="Las Vegas Technology Rentals" href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/get-a-quote.asp?sRequest=Las%20Vegas%20computer,%20audio%20visual,%20and%20other%20technology%20rentals">quote on Las Vegas computer, audio visual, and other technology rentals</a>. </p><span style="font-size:78%;">*Rentacomputer.com and Convention Vendor are not affiliated with or in any way authorized by Las Vegas Convention Center. Rentacomputer.com is an independent nationwide technology rental provider and this page in no way implies exclusivity of service to the The Las Vegas Convention Center.</span><br /><hr /><br />Looking for a <a title="AV Rentals" href="http://www.techtravelagent.com/Audio-Visual-Rentals.asp">Audio Visual Rental</a> for your next big event? Then call 800-736-8772 today.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0