2022 Convention & Expo Frequently Asked Questions What is the Convention?
FRSA’s Convention and Expo run concurrently and has been an annual event for 100 years. This year’s Convention consists of 27 educational seminars, golf, fishing, rifle and pistol shooting tournaments, the Welcome Reception, FRSA’s 100 Year Celebration Luncheon, the Business Luncheon and the FRSA Officer Installation Dinner.
What is the Expo?
The Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo is a trade show where industry vendors display their products, services and equipment and roofing and sheet metal professional contractors gather to learn about the latest technologies and to network with fellow industry members.
Where is the Expo taking place?
The Expo is taking place at the Ocean Center Convention Center in Daytona Beach, FL.
What are the hours for the Expo?
Wednesday, July 20 – 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Thursday, July 21 – 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday, July 22 – 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Is parking available?
Yes, you can self-park at the Ocean Center parking lot, 701 Earl Street, Daytona Beach, FL 32118 or in the parking garage and the West or South Lots. If you’re staying at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort, park at the hotel and walk across the street to the Ocean Center.
Need directions?
They are available in a downloadable document on the Convention page of the FRSA website.
Can children attend the Expo?
Yes, but badges will not be issued to any attendee under 18 years of age. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times and are NOT permitted on the show floor during exhibitor move-in or move-out.
Do you have events for the family?
Yes! There is a Ladies’ Program event on Wednesday afternoon and Kids’ Program events from Tuesday evening through Friday afternoon.
What is the cost to attend the Convention?
All events are available ala carte and cost will depend on purchase date. You may also purchase individual The Expo is free to attend for professionals in the roof- tickets for the sports tournaments on Tuesday. Tickets ing and sheet metal industry. Registration is required must be purchased to attend all FRSA seminars. to receive a badge. Complimentary badges are availIndividual tickets can be purchased when registering able at www.floridaroof.com. for the event at www.floridaroof.com by clicking on the “Register Now” graphic.
What is the cost to attend the Expo?
Do exhibitors need to purchase tickets?
No, exhibitors only need a complimentary badge to access the show floor but are welcome to purchase tickets for any social events, sports tournaments or seminars they would like to attend.
Will masks be required?
Wearing a mask is optional and will be left to the discretion of each individual.
How do I make a hotel reservation?
Visit www.floridaroof.com/hotels for a list of available hotel rooms.
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Where can I buy tickets?
You are encouraged to purchase tickets ahead of time by registering online at www.floridaroof.com. If available, tickets may be purchased onsite at FRSA’s Registration Desk located at the Ocean Center Daytona Beach, Room 101, Level One.
What is the cost to attend the educational seminars?
On Tuesday, July 19, FRSA is partnering with Certified Contractors Network (CCN) to offer a full-day seminar, Contractors Blueprint Bootcamp, at a very special rate. We’re also offering a total of 25 hours of continuing education credits and 11 hours of non-C.E. business