Exhibitor Resources

Below are resources to help you plan for a successful GWS 2024 scheduled for 22-25 October 2024, Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland.

Exhibit Hall Floor Plan

Prospectus

Exhibitor Registration

Exhibitor registration is now live. Exhibitor allotments are based on the exhibit/sponsorship package purchased. Instructions and complimentary codes have been shared with each company logistics contact.

Additional badges can be purchased online.

For any questions on registration, email meetings@worldwideerc.org for assistance.

Housing

WERC is holding a discounted room block for GWS exhibitors, sponsors, and attendees at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center. Information on securing rooms at the Gaylord National Convention Center and Resort can be found in your registration confirmation email.

Please note that rooms in the WERC GWS room block are reserved for registered attendees of GWS only and that rooms booked under the names of non-registered guests may be subject to cancellation. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The hotel cutoff date is Tuesday, 1 October, or whenever rooms sell out — whichever occurs first.

Exhibitor Service Kit

The service kit is now available to all exhibitors. An email from Freeman, the official Annual Meeting general services contractor, was sent to each primary logistics contact with login instructions. For questions regarding ordering or accessing your account, email Freeman at TurnkeyExhibits@Freeman.com for assistance.

Important Dates and Deadlines

ASAP: Payment of Full Exhibit and Sponsorship Invoice
Prior to going onsite: Exhibitor Badge Registration
Friday, 6 September: Turnkey booth graphics due to Freeman (to avoid late charge)

Monday, 23 September: Advanced shipments may begin arriving at the warehouse
Tuesday, 24 September: Freeman Discount Price Deadline
Tuesday, 1 October: Housing Reservation Deadline (rooms may sell out sooner; please book as soon as possible)
Tuesday, 8 October: Gaylord Discount Price Deadline for Electrical and Internet

2024 Exhibit Hall Schedule

Tuesday, 22 October

Exhibitor Move – In | 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET

Wednesday, 23 October

Exhibitor Move – In | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. ET
Networking Lunch | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET
Networking Reception | 4:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. ET

Thursday, 24 October

Networking Lunch | 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. ET
Networking Reception | 5:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. ET
Exhibitor Move – Out | 7:00 p.m. ET - 10:00 p.m. ET

Hosted Event Form

GWS 2024 is a great opportunity to meet with your clients and prospective clients. If you plan to host any events alongside GWS, please keep in mind they must not conflict with GWS 2024 hours. We request you fill out a hosted event form, which provides details on approved hours. Click here to access the GWS 2024 Hosted Event form, if you plan on hosting any events outside of GWS 2024 hours.

Exhibitor Marketing Kit

Click here to access the Exhibitor Marketing Kit. This toolkit includes key messaging/talking points, social media posts, an email template, an event boilerplate, a QR code for registration, an email signature, and video submission guidelines. Our event hashtag is #GWS24.

Contact Us

Please contact the exhibits and sponsorship team at exhibits@worldwideerc.org for any questions regarding GWS.