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Produced By:
National Event Management



Welcome and Thank You for choosing to be a participant in our London, National Franchise & Business Opportunities Show. Please take a moment to read the exhibitor manual, which will provide you with all of the necessary information to help make your participation in the Show more profitable and enjoyable. The Show Office will be set up at the London Convention Centre on Friday March 28th, at 8 am and management will be available to assist you for the duration of the Show.

EXHIBITOR CHECK LIST

Please print a copy of this checklist to assist you in avoiding missed deadlines and eliminating any problems that you might possibly encounter at the Show.

Check List

PRODUCED BY

National Event Management
#105 - 60 Renfrew Dr.
Markham, ON
L3R 0E1
Tel: (905) 477-2677   or  (800) 891-4859
Fax: (905) 477-7872

SHOW MANAGER

Karen Heffer
Tel: (905) 477-2677 or (800) 891-4859 Ext 229
Email: kheffer@nationalevent.com

ACCOUNT MANAGER

Deborah Clark
Tel: (905) 477-2677 or (800) 891-4859 Ext 241
Email: dclark@nationalevent.com

SHOW LOCATION

London Convention Centre
300 York St., London ON N6B 1P8
Tel: (519)661-6200 or (800) 203-1992
Fax: (519) 661-5990

SHOW DATES & TIMES

Saturday, March 29, 2008           11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, March 30, 2008          11:00 am - 5:00 pm

EXHIBITOR MOVE-IN TIMES

Friday, March 28, 2008           10:00am - 6:00 pm

Exhibitors will not be permitted to set up during show hours. All exhibits must be set up by Friday at 6pm unless alternate arrangements have been made with show management

EXHIBITOR MOVE-OUT TIMES

Sunday, March 30, 2008           5:15 pm - 10:00 pm

All material must be removed by 10:00 pm


SHOW SERVICES/FORMS
For savings please note the preshow deadline on each of the forms
Please return by fax to the number on the form.

SHIPPING TO THE SHOW

FREIGHT CARRIER:
If you require product shipped to or from the show, Reimer is the official show carrier.

Reimer Express
Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm EST
Tel: 1-800-387-6987   -  Kelly Miller

after business hours, weekends & holidays
Tel: 1-800-531-EXPO

Reimer Order Form

PRE SHOW SHIPPING:
We recommend that you use Reimer if you need to ship prior to the show. As the official show carrier they will warehouse your materials for up to 30 days prior to the show and deliver to the show on move - in day.
Please address as above.

SHIPPING DIRECT TO SHOW ON MARCH 28, 2008
During move in hours, show management will accept shipments on your behalf. These will be left on the dock until you arrive .If you require a forklift one is available on an hourly rental basis. Please check the materials handling form.

Be sure your shipment is labeled clearly.

Exhibitor Name
Booth Number
The Franchise & Business Opportunities Show
London Convention Centre
300 York St.,
London ON N6B 1P8

Material Handling Order Form
Installation & Dismantling Order Form
Post Show Shipping

EXHIBITOR BADGE FORM

Your badges will be personalized and available for pick up at move- in, providing the attached form is received by March 21, 2008. Forms received after this date will not be accepted and badges will contain the company name only. Please complete the attached form and email to badges@nationalevent.com, by March 21, 2008.

Badge Form

SHOW DECORATOR  (to order tables, chairs, accessories etc)

Stronco Show Services
Tel: (905) 270-6767   or   (800) 665-2621
Fax: (905) 270-6771

Carpet, 8ft back drape and 3 ft side drape is supplied for your exhibit space but not tables, chairs etc.

Show Colors
Booth Drapes - Blue & Silver
Hall is carpeted in a greyish blue carpet

ELECTRICAL

The London Convention Centre
Tel: (519) 661- 6200 or (800) 203- 1992
Fax: (519) 661-5990

Electrical Order Form

TELEPHONE / INTERNET

If you require a telephone or Data Line please complete the attached form and email to the London Convention Centre. Please note that payment must accompany all service orders.

The London Convention Centre
Tel: (519) 661- 6200
Fax: (519) 661-5990

Telephone and Data Line Order Form

HOTEL

Station Park All Suites Hotel
242 Pall Mall St.,
London On
Tel: (800) 561-4574
Fax: (519) 642-2551

Hotel Order Form

BOOTH CLEANING

You are responsible for maintaining your own booth space. If you require in booth cleaning service.

The London Convention Centre
Tel: (519) 661- 6200
Fax: (519) 661-5990

EXHIBITOR PARKING

There are 300 underground parking spaces available at a cost of $5.00 per day. These are on a first come first serve basis. Parking is also available across the street.

FOOD SAMPLING

If you are sampling a food or beverage product please note beverages are limited to sample sizes. Please see the attached form for specifications. Complete the form and fax to (519) 661-5990

The London Convention Centre
Tel: (519) 661- 6200
Fax: (519) 661-5990

Sampling Form

SIGN & BANNER HANGING

If you require a sign or banner hung, please complete the attached form and fax to the London Convention Centre.

Sign & Banner Hanging Form

CUSTOMS BROKER

Mendelssohn Commercial
Tel: (604) 687-5535 ext. 4401 or (800) 663-0301
Fax: (604) 687-1463

Customs Letter


RULES & REGULATIONS

Insurance

National Event Management Inc., will NOT assume responsibility for losses or damages incurred from pilferage or any other causes. Exhibitors should take all possible precautions to protect their own property, including insurance for liability within your booth space.

Booth Display & Restrictions

No exhibit may exceed a maximum height of 8 ft. Side panels 8 ft. high, must not exceed a depth of 4 ft. extending from the back of the display. The remainder of the 6 ft depth from the front of the booth, must not exceed a 4ft. height. Any exception to this must have pre-approval from Show Management.

Prefab booth partitions must be finished on both sides. If they are not, please request drapes prior to the show.

Signage

No signage or material may be extended above the 8ft height at the back of your booth nor hung from the ceiling or across the aisle, without approval from Show Management.

Demonstrations/Distributions

Displays, demonstrations or distribution of advertising materials, are not permitted outside the confines of your booth.

The use of microphones is not permitted without prior management approval.

Fire Regulations

National Event Management is obligated to abide by the Fire Code regulations in each city. We therefore retain the right to refuse any material or object that does not confirm to code. If you have a question or need information re the Fire Code please contact Lynn McVey at (905) 477-2677 or (800) 891-4859 ext 224.

Animals

Animals or pets, with the exception of working dogs are not permitted in the LCC expect as an approved exhibit, activity or performance requiring the use of animals. An animal authorization request form must be completed prior to the event.

Vehicles

Motor vehicles or gasoline powered equipment on display must be equipped with lock-on type gasoline tank cap and batteries are to be disconnected. Gasoline tanks must not be filled beyond the ¼ mark in order to allow for expansion of product. Vehicles unable to be equipped with lock-on type caps must have caps sealed in a manner acceptable to the Fire prevention Division.

Helium Balloons

Helium balloons are allowed in the building. If they escape and need to be retrieved there may be a charge applied.

Partners of the show include:
Bell Canada
A few of our participating exhibitors include:
Pizza Pizza
Shoeless Joe's
Curb-Ease
Multi Menu
Press-A-Print
Pizza Pizza
Postnet
Williams Coffee Pub
Castle
Instant Imprints