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New Opportunity - Exhibitor Conference Rooms on the Exhibit Floor
This year ALA is offering a limited number of Exhibitor Conference Rooms. They are available on a rental basis for companies interested in a conveniently located private meeting space. These can be used for company meetings, press conferences, sales consultations or focus groups.

The cost of an Exhibitor Conference Room is $15.00 per sq. ft., minimum size 100 sq. ft. These meeting room modules will be available for use from Noon on Friday, June 23 through 3:00pm on Tuesday, June 27, during open exhibit hall hours ONLY. The following is included in the rental price:

  • GEM system walled room with company sign on the door
    (note: rooms do not have ceilings)
  • Carpet
  • 1 conference table and 6 chairs, trash can

To rent an Exhibitor Conference Room, your company must be an exhibitor with at least a 20' x 20' booth at ALA Annual. Show Management reserves the right to decline applications for meeting room modules if, in the sole discretion of Show Management, it is determined that such room assignments would create a conflict with the purpose of the ALA Annual Exposition. Exhibiting companies who secure meeting room modules must adhere to the following rules and regulations:

  • All invoices for room rental must be paid in full prior to May 30, 2006 .
  • Interior walls may be added to divide space. This can be planned with the general contractor at an additional cost.
  • Exhibitor must order and pay for any services needed, such as telephone, electrical, security, catering, cleaning, additional furniture, etc.
  • All food and beverage service must be made through ARAMARK, the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center exclusive caterer. (NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES MAY BE SERVED IN THESE MEETING ROOMS.)
  • Loud music or disruption to the event will not be permitted.
  • Meeting rooms cannot be used or reserved for non-exhibiting companies or groups.
  • Conference rooms are to be used for meetings. They are not intended to display product or for use as exhibit space.

Rental
Each conference room rental is $15.00 per sq. ft. for the duration of the 2006 ALA Annual Exhibits.

Click here to download an Exhibitor Conference Room contract, or contact ALA Exhibits Management at 630/434-7779, e-mail: ala@heiexpo.com.
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