Chamber Events
2008 Business & Technology Expo
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I’ve signed up to exhibit. Will I receive a packet of information?
A: Yes, exhibitor packets are mailed out about mid-March to all exhibitors. If you sign up after mid-March your packet will be mailed out shortly after you register.
Q: Why don’t I get to pick my booth location when I register?
A: Sponsors have first choice of booth location, and then exhibitors have the opportunity to select their booth location. Exhibitor booth selection is done based on the order in which you register. It pays to register early!
Q: How many exhibitors are there? And how many attendees should I expect?
A: Each year the Business & Technology Expo attracts approximately 100 exhibitors and 1,000 attendees.
Q: Do I have to pay to park?
A: No! The Roanoke Civic Center offers free parking to both exhibitors and attendees.
Q: Does my booth come with a table, chairs, or carpet?
A: No. We leave the booth design up to you. We do provide you with a 110V electrical outlet, piping and draping, and an identification sign. If you would like to order tables, chairs, or carpet, contact Hollins Exposition Services at 540.362.3940 for an order form.
Q: Why should I participate in the Technology Ticket?
A: The Technology Ticket is a great way to get attendees to visit your booth. Up to 20 exhibitors can add their company’s name to the Technology Ticket for only $20. Attendees who complete the Technology Ticket are entered into a drawing for $200 cash.
Q: Are sponsors automatically included on the Technology Ticket?
A: No, your sponsorship does not include a listing on the Technology Ticket.
Q: Who do I give my VIP Night tickets to? And where can I buy more?
A: The VIP Night tickets are your opportunity to invite anyone your company or organization feels is a “Very Important Person.” You may choose to share them with your board members, current clients, or prospective clients. If you need to purchase additional VIP Night tickets, please contact Jamie at 540.983.0700 ext. 231 or
e-mail Jamie at jsnead@roanokechamber.org.
Q: Do exhibitors receive drink tickets?
A: No, at this time we’re unable to provide drink tickets to exhibitors. However, there will be cash bars to purchase beverages.
Q: What time can I start setting up my booth? And what time does my booth need to be setup by?
A: Booth setup begins at 8 AM on Thursday, April 17. Your booth should be setup and ready to go by 11 AM. Booths not setup by 11 AM will not be eligible for awards.
Q: Why are there awards given to exhibitors? And what are they?
A: Best In Show, Most Creative, Most Fun, and Chamber’s Choice awards are given to encourage exhibitors to go above and beyond when preparing their Expo booth. Previous winners have won by using creative themes, fun games, and interactive displays that draw attendees into their booth.
Q: What if I can’t attend the Expo Marketing 101 seminar?
A: Attending Marketing Expo 101 is a great way to start planning for Expo. However, if you are not able to attend, we’ll post the presentation online following the seminar.
Q: When should I start preparing for Expo?
A: From the moment you sign up! That being said, planning for Expo doesn’t have to full time job, however, you should start thinking about your strategy as soon as possible. Here are just a few of the questions you need to ask yourself: Will you have a theme? Who will staff the booth? What will you wear? What is the layout? Do you know where my tradeshow display is at? What literature will you hand out? Do you have a give-away?
To learn more about Business & Technology Expo, contact Jamie Snead at 540.983.0700 ext. 231 or jsnead@roanokechamber.org.
In This Section
2008 Expo Exhibitor Booth Winners
About Expo
Important Dates
Advanced Promotional Opportunities and Registration
Exhibitor Information and Registration
List of Sponsors
List of Exhibitors and Booth Layout
Frequently Asked Questions
Schedule of Events
