Information for exhibitors
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Annual Conference 2024 | 15-17 October | ACC, Liverpool

Information for exhibitors

  

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. HOW DO I PAY? 1. HOW DO I PAY?

Invoicing will be dealt with separately by our accounts department. If you have any queries regarding invoicing please contact [email protected] or   0207 601 1772.

2. WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY EXHIBITION STAND PACKAGE? 2. WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY EXHIBITION STAND PACKAGE?

Space only stands come unfitted (floor space only) and must meet the build requirements set out in the exhibition technical manual.

Show ready stands Gold

  • 1, 2 or 3 wall(s) with 3, 2 or 1 open side(s) (depending on location of stand)
  • ecoVISION frames with seamless graphics walls (3m high)
  • 2 x 4m high columns each side of the open edges
  • Storeroom (including vision panel and opening inwards (preferably) or opening outwards (against the rear wall))
  • 43” screen
  • Branded counter and 1 x stool
  • Furniture package of 1 x high table and 3 x stools and 1 x bistro table and 3 x chairs per 9sqm of space
  • Pack man number board with stand number
  • Electrical package of 1 x long arm light per 3sqm of space and 1 x 500w socket per socket per 6sqm of space
  • MDF pad for a wall mounted screen and socket
  • Specify your carpet from a set of standard colours*

Show ready stands mini gold

  • ecoVISION frames with seamless graphics (3m high) with graphics
  • 1 x 3.5m high column
  • Storeroom (including vision panel and opening inwards (preferably) or opening outwards (against the rear wall))
  • 43” Screen
  • Branded counter
  • Furniture package of 1 x high table and 3 x stools OR 1 x bistro table and 3 x chairs
  • Pack man number board with stand number
  • Electrical package space 1 x long arm spotlight per 3sqm of space and 1 x 500w socket per socket per 6sqm of space
  • MDF pad for a wall mounted screen and socket
  • 40mm flooring with standard cord carpet

Show ready stands Silver

  • 1, 2 or 3 wall(s) with 3, 2 or 1 open side(s) (depending on location of stand)
  • ecoVISION frames with seamless graphics walls (3m high)
  • Pack man number board with stand number
  • Branded storeroom and overhead canopy either curved or straight (on this example the door does not incorporate a vision panel or open against the rear wall)
  • 43” screen
  • Branded counter and 1 x stool
  • Furniture package of 3 x sofa style chairs and 1 x coffee table per 9sqm of space
  • Electrical package of 1 x long arm light per 3sqm of space and 1 x 500w socket per socket per 6sqm of space
  • MDF pad for a wall mounted screen and socket
  • Specify your carpet from a standard set of colours**

Show ready stands Bronze

  • 1, 2 or 3 wall(s) with 3, 2 or 1 open side(s) (depending on location of stand)
  • ecoVISION frames with seamless graphics walls (2.5m high)
  • Pack man number board with stand number
  • Electrical package of 1 x long arm light and 1 x 500w socket per socket of space inc. mains and testing
  • Furniture package of 1 x high table and 3 x stools or low bistro and 3 x chairs per 9sqm of space
  • Branded counter
  • Specify your carpet from a set of standard colours**

Show ready White exhibitors should place orders via the following:

  • Internet or catering – via the AC24 online exhibitor portal
  • Electrics – via the exhibitor portal
  • Graphics and stand extras via Full Circle team - [email protected]
  • Furniture requirements via Dzine

Full information on the exhibition technical manual. This will also be emailed to the main exhibition contact.

3. WHAT DETAILS DO I NEED TO PROVIDE FOR OUR PROMOTIONAL COPY? 3. WHAT DETAILS DO I NEED TO PROVIDE FOR OUR PROMOTIONAL COPY?

Please provide:

  • a vector file of your logo, both in colour and white, in either EPS or AI file format or high res transparent png
  • a maximum of 100 words about your organisation
  • X link: (if applicable)
  • LinkedIn link: (if applicable)
  • Facebook link: (if applicable)
  • Website URL:

The information supplied here will be used on the PLSA website and confernce app.

4. WHAT DATES WILL I RECEIVE THE DELEGATE MAILING DATA? 4. WHAT DATES WILL I RECEIVE THE DELEGATE MAILING DATA?

Delegate lists will be sent alongside mailing data, pre-conference and once post conference. Data will include name, organisation, job title and email address of delegates who have given their permission to share their data with you. This is in accordance with GDPR regulations.

You will receive the delegate mailing data pre-event on 03 September, 24 September, 01 October. The final delegate list and post event mailing data will be sent on the Monday after the event, 21 October.

5. HOW WILL I RECEIVE THE MAILING DATA? 5. HOW WILL I RECEIVE THE MAILING DATA?

An attendee list (including email addresses where permission has been granted) will be sent pre and post event. To comply with GDPR regulations we must send this data via a secure link.
Data shared with our event sponsors must be used to contact delegates in connection with your official sponsorship of this event only. Please ensure you too are GDPR compliant and respectful of our members’ contact details. If you would like more information regarding who we share information with, please refer to our privacy notice.

This data may only be used for purposes stated in the sponsorship terms and conditions attached. 

6. WHEN WILL I RECEIVE FINAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT? 6. WHEN WILL I RECEIVE FINAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT?

As an exhibitor you will receive all the information in order to make your final preparations for the conference two weeks before the event, 1 October.

7. CAN I SERVE ALCOHOL ON MY STAND? 7. CAN I SERVE ALCOHOL ON MY STAND?

We know that an important element of hosting an exhibition stand at one of our conferences is the networking element, and the service of food and drink forms part of that. The PLSA will be hosting a Welcome Drinks Reception in the exhibition hall at the end of conference sessions on Tuesday evening, as well as a Conference Dinner on Wednesday. Whilst exhibitors are not restricted from serving alcohol during the event, we do encourage you to be mindful of serving excessive alcohol due to the sensitivities around this.

8. HOW DO I SET UP MY INTERACTIVE PROFILE IN THE CONFERENCE APP? 8. HOW DO I SET UP MY INTERACTIVE PROFILE IN THE CONFERENCE APP?

Your interactive exhibitor profile within the conference app is where attendees can access your company information and interact with any content that you add; videos, podcasts, thought leadership pieces. You can also upload an advert that clicks through to a URL of your choosing. It is also possible for you to link the profiles of people attending from your organisation to the listing (once the app has launched on 1 October). Delegates can also submit questions to your team and set up meetings. You will also use the app to scan delegates that visit your stand and track leads, should you wish to. You’ll receive full analytics for the data accessed from your interactive sponsor profile.

We have created a guide to support set up. View it here
The guide includes the various elements of the profile with directions in how to set up

will be sent directly from the app, Swapcard, which will contain a link to take you directly to your profile. If you have not received this, please contact [email protected]

9. CODE OF CONDUCT AT PLSA EVENTS 9. CODE OF CONDUCT AT PLSA EVENTS

The PLSA takes very seriously any form of inappropriate or unethical behaviour at its events.  We ask that all attendees are considerate and respectful to each other, and look after one another.  If you see any behaviour which you deem is inappropriate, please report it, at your earliest convenience, and in strictest confidence, to Kate Hadley, Director of Events: [email protected] or tel: 07717 895070.

DELEGATE INFORMATION

11. HOW DO I REGISTER MY DELEGATES? 11. HOW DO I REGISTER MY DELEGATES?

Each exhibiting organisation is awarded a number of delegate registrations as part of their package. The number awarded is proportionate to the total space booked. You can find out how many you are entitled to in your confirmation letter.

Registrations are non-transferable between colleagues. Registrations must be used for representatives of the exhibiting organisation. This cannot be applied to guests or anyone outside of the exhibiting organisation. To capture important delegate details, we ask that the delegate register themselves. The link to register these passes is included in your confirmation letter. If you need this to be resent or need help with this process, please contact [email protected]. Delegate registration deadline 27 August 2024.  

Registration includes:

  • Entry to the exhibition
  • Attendance of all conference sessions (some restrictions may apply)
  • Access to the PLSA Drinks Reception on Tuesday (which takes place in the exhibition hall)
  • Attendance of the Conference Dinner on Wednesday*
  • Catering throughout the event. 

*Please note that the attendance of the Conference Dinner is free of charge and included in your registration fee. Pre-booking is however required (during the registration process) and we cannot unfortunately guarantee your place at the dinner if you forget to book or for any registrations received post 27 August.

All registrations are subject to the terms and conditions of booking. If you would like your delegates to appear on the official delegate list, please ensure that they are registered by 27 August 2024.

12. WHY DON'T WE HAVE STAND PERSONAL PASSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE BOOKING? 12. WHY DON'T WE HAVE STAND PERSONAL PASSES ASSOCIATED WITH THE BOOKING?

The decision was taken to increase the number of delegate passes associated with an exhibition stand booking and remove stand personnel passes. We want everyone on-site to benefit from the networking and learning opportunities that the conference sessions, networking opportunities, and conference app provide. By making every area of the event accessible we hope that we’re helping attendees make the most of their time at the event.

For those that want to make the most of the networking and learning opportunities that the conference provides you may arrange further delegate passes for your team at a discounted rate; please contact [email protected]

CONTRACTOR PASSES

There are two types of contractor's passes available. These should be arranged with [email protected]

Pink contractor passes allow the bearer access to the void area of the show. These will be issued to contractors working on behalf of space only exhibitors for the purpose of maintaining or responding to issues with their stand. Contractors may not be on the show floor without prior consent of the PLSA Events team. If works are required to be carried out on an exhibitors stand this will be confirmed by the PLSA at a time that is safe to do so and does not disrupt the show.

Green contractor passes will be issued to contractors working on behalf of exhibitors for the purpose of delivering a service or entertainment on the exhibition stand, e.g. bar tenders, baristas. These passes provide access to the show floor but are restricted to the specific exhibition stand. Contractor passes will be issued at the discretion of the PLSA based on the activity / role specified by the exhibitor. There is no fixed number of contractor passes, the number of passes issued will be based on the need of the individual exhibitor and what is deemed appropriate by the PLSA. Contractor passes do not include catering or access to the networking events, conference sessions, conference app.

Registrations are not transferable between colleagues. They may be awarded to representatives from your organisation only. This cannot be applied to guests or anyone outside of the exhibiting organisation.

13. CAN I TRANSFER THE DELEGATE REGISTRATION TO OTHER COLLEAGUES? 13. CAN I TRANSFER THE DELEGATE REGISTRATION TO OTHER COLLEAGUES?

Registrations are not transferable between colleagues. They may be awarded to representatives from your organisation only. This cannot be applied to guests or anyone outside of the exhibiting organisation.

14. CAN I BUY ADDITIONAL DELEGATE PASSES AND WHAT IS THE COST? 14. CAN I BUY ADDITIONAL DELEGATE PASSES AND WHAT IS THE COST?

As an exhibitor you may purchase an unlimited number of additional passes at a discounted rate. Please contact [email protected] to arrange this.

15. DELEGATE REGISTRATION – HOW DO OUR DELEGATES GET INTO THE CONFERENCE? 15. DELEGATE REGISTRATION – HOW DO OUR DELEGATES GET INTO THE CONFERENCE?

Your delegates will be sent specific delegate joining instructions including how to collect their badge on-site two weeks before the event.

16. HOW DO I ORGANISE MY EXHIBITION STAND? 16. HOW DO I ORGANISE MY EXHIBITION STAND?

For stand only exhibitors, please rever to Stand Only technical manual

For show-ready exhibitors, please find all information in the Show-Ready technical manual

  

  

Exhibition build & Breakdown Hours


Exhibition build

Please note the exhibition is 14-hour build.

Space only stands:
Monday 14 October
from 08:00 - 22:00

Show ready stands:
Monday 14 October 16:30 – 20:00

Exhibition breakdown

Thursday 17 October
14:15 - 22:00

We remind you cannot commence packing up your stand until the official close of the exhibition at 14:30.