Don't Forget To Read Through Your Exhibitor Welcome Kit

When you arrive in Nashville your booth space will have an Exhibitor Welcome Kit that contains important show and event information.  You will also find information about our 2013 onsite booth sales-with your selection assignment time as well as a 2013 NCBA Trade Show Floorplan. 

Remember we give exculsive first right of refusal on booth space for 2013 to our current exhibitors before we open up space sales to the public.  So please make sure to take advantage of this wonderful benefit.

Come Check Out The Exhibitor Lounge

We are looking forward to a great show in Nashville and can't wait to see you all.  Don't forget to check out the exhibitor lounge (located between Ryman Exhibit Halls B & C) to take a break, check your email and relax.

Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show Mobile App Is Now Available!

Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show introduce the first-ever mobile app for the Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show held February 1st thru 4th, 2012 and is now available for download.  Available for the iPhone, Android and BlackBerry the Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show App gives its users access to everything the oldest cattle business convention has to offer.
The CIC & NCBA mobile app is free download and features an interactive exhibitor map and listings, seminars and speakers, shcedules to help plan your trip to the largest cattle business convention!  The CIC & NCBA app will also provide you with digital information from exhibitors, text alerts, product updates and instant connectivity, all right in the palm of your hand.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD TODAY!

Wrap The Columns In Your Booth Space

The Gaylord Opryland hotel is a beautiful property with great meeting facilities. The trade show exhibit space however has many columns several of which fall right next to or inside exhibit spaces. We’ve worked with the Gaylord to get permission to wrap these columns. This creates a unique marketing opportunity for you as an exhibitor by giving you additional branding opportunities. Freeman Decorating is offering a special for our exhibitor for wrapping columns with custom graphics.

I encourage you to contact Freeman exhibitor services today and take advantage of this unique opportunity at 615-884-5785 to learn more.

Today's The Last Day To Get Your 30% Discount

Don't forget to take advantage of the great 30% discount off your advanced online orders through Freeman.  Today is the last date in which you can capture this great savings.  Please visit http://www.freemanco.com/store/show/showInformation.jsp?nav=02&showID=239573&referer=s to get your furnishings ordered today!

Exhibitor Move-In, Show Hours & Exhibitor Move-Out Schedule

As you prepare for the upcoming Trade Show please note the following exhibitor move-in schedule and show hours:

Exhibitor Move-In
Sunday, January 29, 1:00pm-5:00pm Oversized Equipment/Trailers ONLY
Monday, January 30, 8:00am-12:00pm Oversized Equipment/Trailers ONLY
Monday, January 30, 1:00pm-7:00pm General Exhibitors Move-In
(including squeeze chutes)
Tuesday, January 31, 8:00 am-7:00pm General Exhibitor Move-In
Wednesday, February 1, 8:00am- 3:00pm Last Minute Move-In

Exhibit Hours:

Wednesday, February 1, 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm

Welcome Reception

Thursday, February 2, 10:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday, February 2, 3:00 pm-5:00 pm

Tennessee Wine & Cheese Tasting Reception

Friday, February 3, 10:00 am-5:00 pm

Friday, February 3, 3:00 pm-5:00 pm

Beef, Bourbon & Beer Reception

Exhibitor Move-Out:

Friday, February 3, 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm Exhibitor Move-Out

Saturday, February 4, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Exhibitor Move-Out

• Exhibit installation must be completed by 3:00 PM, Wednesday, February 1.
• Exhibitors with badges will be admitted to the exhibit hall one hour prior to the show opening each day. If additional time is needed, exhibitors are required to obtain approval from show management.
• Exhibits MUST REMAIN IN TACT and FULLY OPPERATIONAL until 5:00pm Friday, February 3.
• The exhibit hall must be completely cleared by 12:00 PM, Saturday, February 4.

Want To Increase Your Exposure At This Year's Event?

Purchase the pre-registered attendee list and do a pre-show mailer to let attendees know you are exhibiting at the 2012 NCBA Trade Show.  Direct attendees to your booth space and let them know about your company, products and great giveaways!

To purchase the list, please fill out the attendee list request form and submit it to Sara Konkel at skonkel@beef.org.

CLICK HERE to download the form today!

Special Group Ticket Offer...

As an exhibitor we would like to offer you a special group ticket rate if you purchase 5 or more tickets for the Cowboys Night At They Opry and Barn Dance Event on Friday, February 3. Group tickets will be priced at $75/each if you purchase 5 or more tickets, they are regualarly priced at $90/each. 

This is an exculsive event for the Cattle Industry Convention with special appearences by Little Jimmy Dickens, Henry Cho, Oak Ridge Boys, Josh Turner and much more.  Following the Opry you will be able to dance the night away at the Barn Dance featuring the sounds of the Paul Boggart Band. 

Don't miss out on this great savings!  Please contact Sara Konkel at skonkel@beef.org if you are interested in purchasing group tickets.

We hope to see you there! 

Have You Considered Incorporated Food & Bar Stations Into Your Booth?

Help draw traffic in your booth space with an action food or beverage station.  Make attendees feel right at home in Nashville by offering them local flavors with true southern hospitality.

CLICK HERE to see what Gaylord Opryland Catering can help you out with.

Exhibitor Registration Deadline Fast Approaching

Please note as a friendly reminder that exhibitor registration will close EOB on Wednesday, January 4th.  If you have not already registered your booth personnel, please be sure to do so before the posted deadline to avoid fees onsite in Nashville.

If you have questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact our registration staff at 303-694-0305 or at meetings@beef.org.

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