Exhibitor Prospectus - North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Expo

EXHIBITOR BROCHURE
SEPTEMBER
21-22, 2015
Raleigh Convention Center
Connecting you to
restaurant, foodservice
and lodging operators
in North Carolina and
surrounding markets
www.NCRL-Expo.com
SEPTEMBER
21-22, 2015
Raleigh Convention Center
ABOUT
The North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Expo is the only event in North Carolina to bring together all sectors of the
restaurant, foodservice, lodging and hospitality industry under one roof.
The latest products, services, and technologies will be showcased for the industry, along with a comprehensive and
leading-edge program of education that will provide restaurants and lodging establishments from North Carolina
and surrounding markets with the best tools to grow and improve their business.
INDUSTRY SUPPORT
The North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association and the
American Culinary Federation North Carolina Chapter have both
endorsed the event recognizing the need for a Foodservice and
Lodging Industry Show in North Carolina.
“We are very excited to offer a foodservice and lodging tradeshow for
the North Carolina hospitality industry. This has been a top request and
desire of the membership for the past several years and by partnering with
ExpoDevCo we can utilize their already existing foodservice show network
and expand on that to bring our statewide industry together for an all-inclusive annual event.”
Lynn Minges, President & CEO,
North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association
Connecting you to
restaurant, foodservice
and lodging operators
in North Carolina and
surrounding markets
“This is the perfect partnership and we are all very excited to be a part of the
North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Expo! It will allow the American
Culinary Federation North Carolina Chapter the opportunity to network
with other areas of the hospitality industry while providing a unique
showcase to highlight some of the many talents of our members and show
attendees what ACFNC is all about.”
Chef Keith E. Gardiner CEC CCE CCA AAC
President
American Culinary Federation North Carolina Chapter
WHO
SHOULD
EXHIBIT?
Companies representing the following product groups servicing the restaurant, foodservice,
and lodging industry seeking to connect with these outlets in North Carolina and surrounding
markets.
• Food
• Beverages
• Apparel & Uniforms
• Furnishings & Décor
• Equipment
• Tableware
• Technology
• Supplies & Services
WHO WILL ATTEND?
Anyone involved in the running of restaurants, bars and
lodging establishments from North Carolina, South Carolina,
Virginia and West Virginia looking for the latest products,
services and technologies such as but not limited to:
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Restaurant Owners
General Managers
Executive Chefs
Bar Managers
Hotel Managers
Purchasing Managers
Caterers/Event Planners
F&B Directors
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100 Mile Radius
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Exhibit@NCRL-Expo.com | 770.432.4200 x111
200 Mile Radius
COST SAVINGS EXHIBIT
SPACE PACKAGE:
With no Drayage/Material Handling charges,
the complete cost of Material Handling will be
paid by the show for any exhibitor that orders
it in advance. Show Management will also
provide Booth Cleaning, Carpet and Standard
Electrical Service in the basic booth cost.
ENHANCED PACKAGES:
Special package rates will be available for
booth furnishings, lead retrieval units, show
directory advertising, onsite promotions,
sponsorships and more.
LOCATION:
There are more than 17,500 eating and
drinking locations in North Carolina that
generate $16 billion in sales, supporting
426,000 jobs. The potential draw from the
surrounding target states of South Carolina
and Virginia bring the target eating and
drinking establishments to 20,000, not
including 1,700 lodging properties in North
Carolina alone!
CONTACT US:
North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Expo
2700 Cumberland Parkway, Suite 580
Atlanta, GA 30339
(770) 432 - 4200 ext. 111
Exhibit@NCRL-Expo.com
www.NCRL-Expo.com
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
WHY NORTH CAROLINA?
FOODSERVICE
• There are more than 17,500 eating and drinking establishments in North Carolina.
• The foodservice industry generated $16 billion in sales each year.
• 426,000 jobs are supported by the eating and drinking establishments in North Carolina.
• Add to those numbers the establishments in southern Virginia, and the northern part of South
Carolina, and you have a target audience of more than 20,000 establishments.
LODGING
• Hospitality jobs make up 11% of the state’s workforce, and is the largest private industry.
• The hospitality industry is one of the only industries that experiences growth on a yearly basis.
• There are more than 1,700 lodging properties and more than 140,000 hotel rooms in North Carolina.
• The lodging industry generates more than 38,000 North Carolina jobs.
FACT SHEET
EVENT DATE & TIMES:
Monday, September 21, 2015
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
LOCATION:
Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh, NC
EXHIBIT SPACE COSTS:
$30.00 per net square foot (Member Rate*)
Early Bird Rate $27.00 for Members!
$33.00 per net square foot (Non-Member Rate)
Early Bird Rate $30 for Non-Members!
Open Corners $300 each
*Early Bird rates are valid for exhibiting
companies who submit applications and
deposits no later than January 31, 2015
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
*Must be member of Supporting Industry Association
EXHIBIT SPACE
INCLUDES:
ALL Material Handling/Drayage
Wastebasket
Daily Booth Cleaning
1 Standard 120v Electrical Outlet
Carpet
EDUCATION:
A comprehensive 2-day educational program will be
available to all attendees, developed in conjunction with
the Advisory Council and the North Carolina Restaurant
& Lodging Association. The program will be divided into
multiple tracks covering different responsibilities and needs.
Many sessions will be available to attendees at no extra
charge. Advanced-level sessions and certification programs
will be available at an additional charge.
SUPPORTED BY:
North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association
American Culinary Federation North Carolina
CONTACT:
North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Expo
2700 Cumberland Parkway, Suite 580, Atlanta, GA 30339
(770) 432 - 4200 ext. 111
Exhibit@NCRL-Expo.com
www.NCRL-Expo.com
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