GLAVF08

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What is The Greater Los Angeles Vendor Fair?

A: The Greater Los Angeles Vendor (GLAVF) is the premiere public contracting and business networking event in the Los Angeles region. A collaborative effort of the
largest public agencies in Los Angeles, the event hosts more than 200 booth exhibitors and a growing number of attendees in this annual event that brings under one roof all the opportunities and resources that you need to grow your business.

Over the last 14 years, the GLAVF promotes access to opportunities, contract administrators, certification experts, and buyers. The GLAVF returns on its 15th year to offer these and more!

Q: When is the Greater Los Angeles Vendor Fair?

A: Tuesday, March 25, 2008,
Fair opens at 8:00 a.m.
Fair closed for luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Fair reopens at 1:15 p.m.
Fair closes at 4:00 p.m.

Q: Where is the Greater Los Angeles Vendor Fair?

A: The 2008 Greater Los Angeles Vendor Fair will be held in West Hall B at the Los
Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015.

Q: Where do I park?

A: There is convenient parking at the West Hall Parking Garage for $10.

Q: How much does it cost to be an exhibitor?

A: EARLY REGISTRATION
Effective until February 15th, 2008, so register now!
Single booth: $650
Corner booth: $950
Double booth: $1050
Double corner booth: $1250
Attendee only (with lunch) $80

REGULAR REGISTRATION
Effective February 15th, 2008
Single booth: $750
Corner booth: $1050
Double booth: $1150
Double corner booth: $1350
Attendee only (with lunch): $100

Q: Are there other choices for lunch at the fair if we do not purchase a lunch package?
A: Yes there are several resturants surrounding the Los Angeles Convention Center that are available for you to access. Please visit Downtown LA Dining to view resturants in the area.

Q: If I choose not to go to lunch during the fair's schedule lunch closing time, can I or a member of my staff stay in the hall during lunch?
A: No. No one is allowed to be in the hall during lunch time for any reason. The hall will open after lunch at 1:15 PM.

Q: How much does it cost to attend as a non-exhibitor?
A: Early attendee registration with lunch is $80.
Regular attendee registration with lunch is $100 after February 16th, 2008.

Q: How can I register to be an exhibitor or attendee?
A: All attendee and exhibitor registration is done online at www.lavendorfair.com.

Q: What is included in the exhibitor registration price?
A: The Single Booth registration includes one 10’ x 10’ booth area, one table, two
chairs, one wastebasket, two full access passes (to workshops and exhibit floor), and two lunch tickets.

The Double Booth registration include one 20’ x 10’ booth area, two tables, four chairs, one wastebasket, four full access passes (to workshops and exhibit floor), and four lunch tickets.

Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
A: The online registration for the Greater Los Angeles Vendor Fair accepts Visa and
Mastercard only.

Q: Can I pay by credit card on the day of the event?
A: Credit cards and cash are accepted for registrations on the day of the fair. This
is only for Attendee Registration with no lunch. All Exhibitor Registrations must be done online.

Q: As an exhibitor, when can I set up my booth/space?
A: Exhibitors may set up their booths/space on Monday, March 24, 2008 from 12:00
noon to 5:00 p.m.

Q: What is the Exhibitor/Attendee cancellation policy?
A: Request for cancellation must be submitted in writing to the GLAVF, and
received by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, February 25, 2008. Cancellations will be processed solely through the GLAVF.
Send cancellations to:
GLAVF
P.O. Box 86251, Los Angeles, CA 90086
Attn: Dispute Department.

Q: How can I advertise my company at the event?
A: There is a Greater Los Angeles Vendor Fair program book where you could
place your ads for the following cost:
Full page ad, black & white (8 1/2" x 11") $500.00
Half page ad, black & white (8 1/2" x 5 1/2") $350.00

Advertisers must submit:
• Format: .eps, .tif or .pdf
• Quality: 300 dpi or High Resolution for Print (Note: Resolution is the advertiser’s full responsibility)
• 8 1/2 x 11 for full page, 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 for half page (length-wise only)
Ad Due: February 21, 2008

Send on a CD to: GLAVF, P.O. Box 86251, Los Angeles, CA 90086
Attn: Program Book Committee

Q: After I register when can I expect my credentials/badges?
A: Attendees may pick up their event badges at the registration area on the morning
of the event. Exhibitors setting up on March 24 have the option to pick their credentials then.

FAQ subject to change.





Times:

  • Fair opens at 8:00 a.m.
  • Fair closed for luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
  • Fair reopens at 1:15 p.m.
  • Fair closes at 4:00 p.m
  • Attendee Registration

    Full access: $100 includes participation in Luncheon program

    Limited access: $25 access to floor exhibits only (Onsite Registration only)

    Exhibitor Registration:

    Single booth: $750
    Corner booth: $1050
    Double booth: $1150
    Double corner booth: $1350
    Attendee only (with lunch): $100


    Exhibitor Services:

    If you are a registered exhibitor, click here for Move-In and service information.

    New Videos!:

    Watch the new videos from LA Vendor Fair for 2008!

    LA Vendor Fair Business Networking Video 1

    LA Vendor Fair Business Networking Video 2


    14th Annual Videos:

    Watch video footage of 14th GLAVF 2007, and get the virtual experience of attending one of the most successful fair events.

    KLCS TV News Brief - Tour of LA Vendor Fair

    LA City View Channel 35 - L.A This week

    LA Vendor Fair Business Networking Video 1

    LA Vendor Fair Business Networking Video 2


    OTHER RELATED LINKS:



    - 2008 Exhibitor List
    - Floor Plan
    - Photo & Video Galleries
    - Location map & directions
    - Contact Us
     

    Marketing Opportunity Greater Los Angeles Vendor Fair Program and Buyers Guide offers your company an opportunity to advertise

    Photo and Video Gallery View some of the best moments in GLAVF History; watch archive footage!

    2008 Exhibitor List See the list of businesses that will participate in the GLAVF's 15th year.

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