March 6-10, 2015 Atlanta, Georgia Georgia World Congress Center Exhibit at the Leading Conference and Expo for the Latest Advances in Laboratory Science.
Benefits of Exhibiting at Pittcon Pittcon is the world s largest annual conference and exposition for laboratory science. Exhibiting at this dynamic global event provides a unique once a year opportunity to meet face-to-face with thousands of prospects from industry, government and academia. Exhibiting at Pittcon offers these benefits to meet your company s goals and objectives. Generates quality leads Reaches decision makers Builds company awareness in your target market Provides a premier venue to launch new products Strengthens existing customer relations Affords interaction with many buyers at one time, in one place Maximizes B2B networking opportunities Serves as an employment service to fill open company positions Gives your company a competitive advantage Cost per 10 x 10 booth is $2,600 through July 13 ($3,050 after July 13) Returning Exhibitor Expansion Rate is $2,000 (cost per booth over the number purchased in 2015) Specialized sections on the floor New Exhibitor area for first-time and Food Technology
Who Attends Pittcon? Pittcon attracts a diverse audience. Connect with prospects from a wide variety of industries such as: Aerospace Agriculture Biotechnology/Biochem Chemicals/Chemical Equipment Contract Laboratory Cosmetics/Fragrances/Flavors Distributor/Import/Export Education Electronics/Computer/ Semiconductor Energy/Power Environmental/Air/ Water/Wastewater Food/Beverage/Consumer Products Instrument Manufacturing Lab furniture/accessories/ Equip/Instruments Laboratories/Research/ Testing/Government Life Science/Bio Manufacturing Medical/Clinical/Forensics Metals/Materials/Minerals Petroleum/Petrochemicals Pharmaceutical Polymers/Coatings/Rubber Sales Transportation
Purchasing Profile of Conferees 77% are involved in the purchase process 59% placed an order or plan to make a purchase 77% of those will make a purchase within 6 months 45% are purchasing for multiple departments
Conferee Demographics 20% - 30 years & under Conferee Age Range 23% - 31-40 years 23% - 41-50 years 23% - 51-60 years 11% - over 60 years 40% - are first-time attendees which provides reach into a new target market each year 31% - main reason for attending Pittcon is exposition International Statistics 28% are international visitors from 88 countries 89% of international are involved in the purchase process. 65% of international attendees plan to make a purchase within 1-6 months 47% of international conferees main reason to attend Pittcon is the exposition
Value-added Services Marketing Resources & Tools Corporate Guest Program - Complimentary passes to distribute to existing and prospective customers Promotional Program Flexible and diverse pre-show and onsite advertising opportunities are available in a wide range of prices to fit any budget. Conferee Brochures Order quantities at no charge to send as a direct mail piece or use as a handout. Space is available to include your booth number. Inquire about industry specific and customized brochures. Mobile App & Product Locator Your company description and keywords made available to conferees Banner Ads Wide variety of sizes and messages available for download Pittcon Final Program Ads Feature your company s products or services in the official program guide distributed onsite. Conferee Mail List Access to opt-in registrants for sending pre-show emails and/or mailers
Publicity Tools Pittcon attracts nearly 200 journalists from around the world representing more than 70 global publications. Press release service Submit your company press release for posting on our website. Registered Media List Access to the registered media to send invitations to your press conference, booth and demos. Press Conference Facilities Complimentary room including standard AV setup and publicity for your company s press conference. Press Kits Distribution of your company press kits to registered journalists in the onsite Press Room. Networking Tools Seminar Room Rental Rent private space for customer meetings or staff lounge. Customer Contact Rooms Rent seminar space by the hour for customer meetings. Free Employment Service Post job openings, review resumes, and conduct candidate interviews. Exposition Mixer Meet and greet existing customers and prospects. Exhibitor Distributor Networking Service that provides a way for exhibitors and distributors from around the world to connect. www.pittcon.org
Exhibiting Timeline June 2015: June 1 Booth Space Agreements available on-line July 2015: July 13 Booth Space Agreements and payments due to qualify for special early rate August 2015: August 3 Booth Space Agreements and payments due for regular rate Booth assignments begin in seniority order September 2015: September 25 Exhibitor Information for the Preliminary Program due October 2015: October 9 Last day for 75% refund on cancellation of booth space October 26 Booth assignments mailed to exhibitors Exhibitor Service Manual available on-line November 2015: November 9 Last day for 50% refund on cancellation of booth space November 16 Balance of booth space payment due December 2015: December 21 Exhibitor information for the Final Program due January 2016: January 4 Last day for 25% refund on cancellation of booth space January 25 Exhibitor Appointed Contractor form due Hanging sign & exhibit drawings due to The Pittsburgh Conference Certificate of Insurance or signed Waiver & Release form due to The Pittsburgh Conference
February 2016: February 1 First day that items can be received at the Global Experience Specialists (GES) Advanced Warehouse February 9 GES advanced discount pricing deadline February 14 Last day for on-line discount on electrical, air & water services provided by GWCC Engineering Department. Last day for discount on internet & telephone services provided by CCLD February 24 Last day that items can be received at the GES Advanced Warehouse GES standard pricing begins March 2016: March 2 Exhibitor move-in begins First day that items can be received at the Georgia World Congress Center GES on site pricing begins March 4 Exhibitor Registration opens badge pick up only March 5 Short Courses open March 6 Technical Program opens March 7 Exhibits open March 10 Exhibitors Meeting 11:30 AM 1:00 PM Exposition closes 3:00 PM Move out starts March 10 12 Move out continues
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Pittcon is a great opportunity for us to visit with dealers that we normally would not be able to travel and meet. We can fit many sales calls into a few days in our booth. Candace Blaker, W.S. Tyler Excellent well qualified leads. Craig Chinchilla, Chinchilla Scientific It is good to network and see people face to face that you already work with. Ryan Strand, Memmert We had overflow foot traffic in our booth for three solid days. Sean Jameson, VUV Analytics, Inc. Pittcon is a valuable marketing tool. Bunnie Gallagher, Shamrock Glass Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta, Georgia Expo dates: March 7-10 Conference Dates: March 6-10 Expo Hours: Monday Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. TO RESERVE YOUR BOOTH Telephone: 412-825-3220 Toll Free: 800-825-3221 Fax: 412-825-3224 Email: expo@pittcon.org www.pittcon.org/exhibitor Follow us for special announcements