General Exhibiting Information

• 2012 Show Dates
• Important Dates
• Company Listing (Show Directory)
• Exhibitor Service Kit
• Onsite Services
• Standards
• Education/Events
• Green Team
• Show Policies
• Booth Moves/Changes
• Priority Points
• Cancellations

2012 Show Dates

March 7-8, 2012 - Nutracon
March 8, 2012 - Fresh Ideas Organic Marketplace
March 8-11, 2012 - Natural Products Expo West Education and Events
March 9-11, 2012 -  Natural Products Expo West Show Floor Open
March 9-11, 2012 -  Engredea

Company Listing (Show Directory)

The Exhibitor Resources Page allows you to access and update your company listing including:

• Company name/booth number
• 500-character company description 
• Brand name listing
• Show specials

Contact your account manager about upgrading your listing to include a link to your website, a more detailed description and complete contact information.

Access event information in the following ways before, during and after the show:

• All exhibiting company descriptions, contact information and product categories are online in the Show Directory and available 4 months before and after the show.
• Attendees can create their own Expo Plans using the Show Directory.
• Access to the guide, all show information and attendee created Expo Plans is available on Mobile platforms at www.expowest.com/mobile (available 4 months before the show).
• A Show Directory Map will be available onsite as well as access to the Show Directory on computer kiosks located throughout the convention center.

Exhibitor Service Kit (ESK)

The Exhibitor Service Kit is your online guide for all show guidelines, tips and deadlines. 
View the full ESK here.

Onsite Services

Use the Onsite Services list for the hours and locations of services such as the Expo Sales Office, Exhibitor Registration, and Expo Shuttle Service - available before the show.

Standards

At New Hope Natural Media, we’ve taken our leadership role in the industry seriously, creating the first and only advertising standards program in the industry. We’ve established minimum standards for publication advertisements and for trade show exhibits. The goal of our Standards Program is to enhance public health and safety, support industry self-regulation, and foster the responsible growth of our industry. The program is also intended to increase the accuracy of information provided to the public and assist them in making educated decisions. More Information.

Education/Events

Your exhibitor badge includes access to all Expo-hosted Educator events and seminars, unless otherwise indicated. Schedules are available 6 months before the show.

Green Team

New Hope Natural Media, producers of Natural Products Expos, is committed to doing everything possible to keep our trade shows earth-friendly. We are implementing new and innovative programs to lessen the impact of our events and we want to encourage you to help us in this mission. Please join us in doing business in a way that minimizes the impact on our environment. More Information.

With so many people in one building, it is our goal to ensure the safety of and enjoyment for all attendees and exhibitors at the show. We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to the show policies.

Booth Moves/Changes

One you are contracted, your company is eligible to submit an online Booth Move/Change Request, if you would prefer another booth location. Requests are prioritized according to our priority points system, then by the date in which they are received. Should a booth become available, you will be contacted by Expo Sales. Completing a Booth Move/Change Request does not absolve an exhibitor from liability of the original contract should we be unable to accommodate this request. Booth Move/Changes begin immediately following Natural Products Expo West 2012.

Priority Points

Exhibiting at Natural Products Expo West will help your company earn Priority Points that determine the order in which booth and hotel reservations are made for the Natural Products Expos and Natural Marketplace. View a full explanation.

Cancellations

Your booth is contracted once your Exhibit Space Contract or proxy form is signed and exhibit space is allocated. Cancellations must be made in writing and are subject to the following provisions:

1. Cancellations and booth downsizes will receive one (1) penalty point.

2. Cancellations and booth downsizes received by November 19, 2011 are subject to a 40% penalty on the full price of the booth

3. No refunds will be issued after November 19, 2011. After this date Exhibitor will be liable for any unpaid booth balance.

If there is no activity in contracted exhibit space by 6:00 pm, March 8, 2012, and the exhibitor has not contacted the Expo Show Management Office at the Anaheim Convention Center, we reserve the right to reassign that exhibitor’s booth(s).

Please note cancellation and downsizing fees apply as soon as a contract or proxy form is signed. Downsizing a booth space is considered a cancellation and will be assessed a penalty fee and a penalty point.