EXPO PROSPECTUS
August 20-23 | Dallas, TX Learn more today at: nacd.com/events/chemedge
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Dear Exhibitors, We are thrilled to bring the ChemEdge Conference (formerly OPSEM) to Dallas, Texas and the brand new Omni Hotel. Our conference this year has a brand new name, enhanced programming and more to draw attendees into the expo hall to see your services. This event began over 20 years ago servicing local, regional chemical distribution and now has become the must-attend exhibition for chemical distribution across the nation. The ChemEdge Conference is unique in its ability to balance quality exhibitors with qualified purchasers from our industry. This show enables you to display and promote your products to a group of subject matter experts who utilize outside services for many of their needs. Make sure you are there to be noticed. From August 20-23, ChemEdge will energize the brand new OMNI Hotel in downtown Dallas, Texas with our sessions, trade show and great attendees. On behalf of the planning committee, I hope your company will join us as we grow this event even further!
Kelly McCabe Ideal Chemical Company CHEMEDGE Committee Chairman
What is CHEMEDGE? ChemEdge Conference is tailored for the chemical distribution channel. It provides training and education on issues important to chemical distributors, manufacturers, warehouses transportation companies and service providers. Topics include a wide range of issues including: •• environment, health, safety, transportation and security best practices •• regulatory compliance •• inventory control •• purchasing •• human resources and finance •• emergency response •• and more
Who Attends? •• NACD Members and Affiliates - Chemical distribution industry decision makers: •• Executives and operations/purchasing managers •• Responsible Distribution Code Coordinators •• Customer service and sales personnel •• Emergency and community personnel •• Government agency personnel
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Make the Most of Your Chemedge Experience You can benefit beyond selling your products and services. As an exhibitor, all of your booth personnel can attend the sessions and networking events to: •• Educate your company on important regulatory, operational, logistics and management issues impacting our operations •• Increase your awareness of the latest products and services •• Meet the experts with the most innovative solutions for the chemical industry •• Broaden your contacts and knowledge
Exhibitor Information New This Year: See below for exhibit hall hours. Exhibit hall will be open August 20 beginning at 12 Noon. An effort has been made by the NACD and ChemEdge Conference Committee to accommodate changes and suggestions by last year’s exhibitors and members. Booth Rental Costs: Refer to booth contract for important Deadlines
Fees Booth Registration Type
Advance Rate
Regular Rate
Member/Affiliate Regular Booth
$1,450
$1,650
Member/Affiliate Corner Booth
$1,700
$1,900
Member/Affiliate Warehouse Pavilion Table Top
$500
$750
Member/Affiliate Poster Display
$125
$200
Non-Member Regular Booth
$1,850
$2,050
Non-Member Corner Booth
$2,100
$2,300
Non-Member Poster Display
$175
$250
DEADLINE:
4/30/13
7/1/13
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Exhibitor Package Includes: •• One 10’x10’ booth space with 6’ draped table, chair, wastebasket. •• Complimentary registration for one (1) exhibiting company representative; •• Additional booth personnel pay a discounted $425 registration fee (10% savings). •• Pre/post-conference listing on CHEMEDGE Web site and in the onsite Program Directory •• All NACD educational sessions, social events, and food and beverage throughout the published program.
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Top 10 Reasons to Exhibit at CHEMEDGE Over 200 decision makers in the chemical distribution industry attend the CHEMEDGE annually to learn the latest regulatory requirements, technical information, and transportation and logistics improvements affecting chemical distributors and related chemical-using industries. 1. Your target audience and competition will be there
Exhibitors Categories
2. Capture your position in the marketplace
•• Business Financial Services
3. Know your clients need by attending the educational sessions
•• Computers, Printers & Software •• Consulting, Environmental & Safety
4. Raise your profile as a market leader Increase Your Name Recognition
•• Containers, IBCs, Drums, Tanks, Fork Lifts, Etc.
5. Grow and reinforce your network
•• E-Commerce/Internet
6. Boost your sales
•• Insurance
7. Social Networking - Face to Face Time
•• Measurement & Monitoring Instruments •• Publications •• Public Relations/Risk Communications •• Public Warehouses/Liquid Terminal Operators •• Pumps, valves, hoses, fittings, etc. •• Training, Regulatory, and Legislative Services
8. Use the show to launch and showcase new products and services 9. Meet with your existing customers and target new opportunities 10. Utilize Great Marketing Tools and get valuable information from the CHEMEDGE Networking Directory
•• Transportation & Logistics Management, Carriers •• Waste, Recycling & Spill Recovery
Exhibitor Badges Exhibitors will be able to pick up their badges at the NACD Registration desk beginning at 11:00 am Tuesday, August 20 at the NACD Registration desk at the Dallas Ballroom Foyer. Badges will be printed with staff and company name and must be worn for entrance in to the exhibit hall at all times. No one will be admitted without a badge.
NACD welcomes its first Poster Session to ChemEdge! This year you have the opportunity to show off your effective processes, procedures, innovation, and research. Posters will be viewed in the Exhibit Hall on Wednesday and Thursday. To learn more, visit our website and/or call Matt Glaser at (571) 482-3044.
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Exhibitor Schedule » Note: All bolded times indicate when booth personnel need to be present. Tuesday, August 20, 2013 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mix & Golf Outing. All exhibitors and attendees are welcome to attend this optional event. It is a good way
Brookhaven Golf Course
to meet prospective clients and current customers before the tradeshow 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Registration Open
Dallas Foyer
» 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Exhibitor Move-In
Dallas Ballroom
» 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
"Dinners Around Dallas"/Pay As You Go dinners. Great way to mix and mingle with attendees and exhibitors
Wednesday, August 21, 2013 » 8:00 am - 10:30 am
Exhibitor Move-In
Dallas Ballroom
Registration Open
Dallas Foyer
» 12Noon - 2:00 pm
Trade Show Open/Lunch
Dallas Ballroom
» 6:00 pm
First Time Attendee Reception
Dallas Ballroom
» 7:00 pm
"Dinners Around Dallas "/Pay As You Go dinners. Great
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
way to mix and mingle with attendees and exhibitors Thursday, August 22, 2013 7:00 am - 7:30 am
Coffee
7:00 am - 9:45 am
Open time for exhibitors to attend sessions or
Dallas Foyer
one-on-one meetings 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Registration open
Dallas Foyer
9:45 am - 11:45 am
Trade Show open/Brunch
Dallas Ballroom
12 Noon - 2:00 pm
Open time for exhibitors to attend sessions or one-on-one meetings
» 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ice Cream Social/Trade show open
Dallas Ballroom
» 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm
Exhibitor Move-out
Dallas Ballroom
» 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
More than Nibbles & Networking Reception. Bus departs
Eddie Deen's Ranch
promptly at 5:45 pm from Owners Box entrance Friday, August 23, 2013 » 6:45 am - 8:00 am
Wake Up Call Continental Breakfast. Last chance to mix and mingle before your travels
Owners Box restaurant
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General Information
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Corporate Gold Sponsors:
Location of Activities All exhibits and general meetings will take place at the OMNI Hotel Downtown, Dallas, Texas.
Important Hotel Notice and Warning Please Read Carefully Beware of dishonest brokers who will attempt to steal your identity and credit card information while trying to convince you they are the authorized or officially designated company to provide such services as room reservations, audio visual equipment, freight shipping, and forwarding, or other show related services. Please be extremely careful and don’t be fooled by promises of lower prices for services that probably will not be delivered. Most trade shows are experiencing these scams across every industry and are forewarning exhibitors. Only the organizations recommended by NACD or represented on the forms provided by NACD are sanctioned and trusted to solicit your business.
Official General Service Contractor George Fern Exposition & Event Services is the official decorator and service contractor for the CHEMEDGE. George Fern will maintain an exhibitor service desk in the exhibit hall during installation, show, and dismantling hours.
Exhibitors and Sponsors The NACD CHEMEDGE Conference will be here before you know it. Join us in Dallas, Texas from August 2023 to showcase your products, show off something new, educate yourself, or network with attendees in the chemical industry. This is the premier event for Chemical Distribution professionals! Take advantage of these sponsorship opportunities to maximize exposure and increase your company’s recognition at the CHEMEDGE.
Event Sponsorships Showcase your company with elevated marketing platforms through our sponsorship opportunities. Events are available to multiple sponsors. Interested? Call Roselle Foley today at (571) 482-3041 or email rfoley@nacd.com.
Corporate Bronze Sponsors:
ThirdCoast
2-color option
T E R M I N A L S
4-color option
Hotel Accommodations The OMNI Hotel is the official NACD CHEMEDGE hotel, and is located in the heart of downtown Dallas, Texas. OMNI Dallas 555 S. Lamar Dallas, TX 75202 (214) 744-6664 NACD Room Rate: $159 Reservation Deadline: July 22, 2013 Call (214) 744-6664 and reference NACD or make your reservation online at nacd.com/events/chemedge.
Contact Information National Association of Chemical Distributors 1555 Wilson Blvd, Suite 700 Arlington, VA 22209 (703) 527-6223 Fax: (703) 527-7747 Email: meetings@nacd.com
Show Decorator: George Fern Exposition & Event Services 751 Wyoming Kansas City, MO 64101 (816) 221-0525 Fax: (816) 471-1602
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