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Keep Track of These Upcoming Deadlines!

CheckBookmark this page to keep up with important deadlines and information leading up to the NFDA International Convention & Expo. This list will help you stay on target with advertising and sponsorship opportunities, booth furnishings and everything else you need to make the most of your convention investment.

Don't wait to cross these key items off your to-do list! A variety of mandatory and value-added opportunities can be taken care of today!

February 1, 2025

  • Booth selection starts February 1st. You will have a scheduled time if you:
    • Have exhibited with us in 2023 and/or 2024
    • Have accumulated a minimum of 5 points and above
  • Open booth selection will start for under 5 points March 1st, Please look out for a Map Your Show email for more details.

Thursday, August 28

  • Check your email for the pre-convention attendee list

Friday, September 13

  • Advance shipments to GES Warehouse may begin arriving

Wednesday, September 16

  • Registration bag inserts due to NFDA headquarters

Wednesday, September 26

  • Booth representative badge form due

Thursday, September 26

  • GES discount deadline date for orders received with payment. Link to GES: Expresso by GES

Multiple Days

  • Direct Delivery to show site; Friday Oct. 18th 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday Oct. 19th 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday Oct. 20th 8 a.m - 4 p.m

Wednesday, October 29

  • Exhibitor move-out, 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Thursday, October 30

  • Exhibitor move-out, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. 
  • All exhibitor materials must be removed by 12 p.m.-noon.

Monday, November 4

  • Exhibitor Survey and post-convention attendee list emailed

Increase Your Brand Exposure at the NFDA Convention

There are a variety of advertising and sponsorship options to increase your visibility before, during and after the convention.

NFDA Media Kit

NFDA Prospectus

Check Your NFDA Supplier Directory Listing

Verify your company information in NFDA's online supplier directory. Please contact Christina Von Den Bergh, cvondenbergh@nfda.org with changes or questions. 

 

 

Onsite Meeting Room Request

If you would like to reserve a room for a meeting or reception, contact Anthony Kaniuk via email at akaniuk@nfda.org. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Or use the form found on the Forms-Contract tab under Exhibit titled Exhibitors & Affiliates Meeting Space Request Form.