14 days until The Work Truck Show® 2016
Need-to-know information 
The Show will be here before we know it. Please keep checking your Exhibitor Services Manual for deadlines and important information.

For specific details on move-in and shipping, view Freeman Quick Facts. 
Keep your show buzz going with post-event advertising
Follow up The Work Truck Show 2016 by advertising in the 2016 April NTEA News which will feature in-depth editorial and photo highlights from the show. The April issue will have a special bonus distribution sent to all verified attendees. Act now, ad closing is March 1st.
 
Click here for placement specs and rates. For personalized campaign assistance, please connect with NTEA Advertising Manager Bridget Hernandez at 248-479-8917 or bridget@ntea.com. 
Exhibitor awareness: Don't be fooled by scams
Please be aware sometimes other organizations or companies will contact exhibitors to sell products or services that may not be legitimate. Here are several alerts of solicitations NOT affiliated with NTEA or The Work Truck Show.

Please contact us at info@ntea.com with any questions or to report suspicious requests.  
Did you know? 
The Work Truck Show provides complimentary vehicle spray rinsing service for display vehicles. Vehicle spray rinse will be available during target Exhibitor Move-In at the marshalling yard.
Stay connected
Get social with The Work Truck Show.

Follow us on Twitter using @WTS_exhibitors.

 

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Show contacts
NTEA staff are ready to help you with your Work Truck Show-related questions. Call 800-441-6832 or refer to the Exhibitor FAQs on ntea.com.

Logistics
Michelle Kubitz
Director of events
 
Exhibit sales
Kathy Swartzentrover
Director of event sales

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Exhibitor support
Sarah Kindinger
Event sales coordinator 
 

Registration
Luci Pfaff
Senior member services manager 
 
Kristen Simpson
Public/Media relations
Kristen Simpson
Simpson Communications 
Priority Points for 2017 sign up 
By now you should have received your Priority Points pass, along with a specific sign-up time for The Work Truck Show 2017. If you miss your given window on Wednesday, March 2 or Thursday, March 3, 2016, you can join the end of a line currently selecting space. There will be no booths assigned on Friday. If you miss your sign-up time and have not reserved space by the last opening on Thursday at 5 p.m., you will need to submit a booth request form at NTEA's booth (#3401) and will be contacted in early May 2016 with booth options. Need a refresher on Priority Points? Visit ntea.com/prioritypoints for full details.

Please contact Kathy Swartzentrover at 248-479-8908 or kathy@ntea.com with any questions or if you did not receive your Priority Points pass. 
Get customers to your booth with Invite a Customer™
There's only two weeks until the Show, but it's not too late to utilize this valuable service to increase your booth traffic. It's the fast and easy way to create and launch email campaigns inviting customers to your booth. This valuable web-based tool enables you to send email marketing messages to help build booth traffic, and it requires no technical expertise to use. You'll also have access to reporting tools to help you gauge the effectiveness of your campaigns. Learn more.  
Customer service program offered to all exhibitors 
ConciergeElite is a premium face-to-face customer service program by Freeman providing an enhanced level of support to exhibitors during The Work Truck Show. On-site concierges have the technology to quickly access important information about the exhibitor and submit a request in real time to resolve their issue. The concierges provide peace of mind and visibility to exhibitors to ensure they have a smooth and successful exhibiting experience.
Invite your best customers to the WTS Blues Bash
We've reserved one of the nation's top blues venues for a night of mixing and mingling over live music and refreshments. Treat your best customers and VIPs to the WTS Blues Bash at the Slippery Noodle Thursday, March 3, from 7-10 p.m. Multiple passes can be purchased by calling 248-489-7090 or emailing registrar@ntea.com. Learn more about the WTS Blues Bash.

Blues Bash Co-Sponsor
Book your room and register booth staff 
If you haven't yet done so, register all booth staff. With only two weeks left, hotels have sold fast. Check for room availability online or call The Work Truck Show and NTEA Convention Housing Bureau at 317-262-8191 (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. EST). 
 
Please remember your Work Truck Show move-in schedule when making travel arrangements (i.e., hotel, airline, etc.). When making reservations, remember the show closes at noon on Friday, March 4. Also, be sure to block enough days and rooms for those who will be handling the move-in and move-out of your exhibit. Exhibitors are encouraged to reserve housing early to avoid sold-out hotels and to take advantage of reduced rates.
Extended hospitality event hours 
Get the most out of exhibiting at The Work Truck Show by hosting a meeting or event at the Indiana Convention Center or your booth. Events can now be held as early as 4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 2 and Thursday, March 3.

If you would like to host an event or reserve meeting space, please contact Katie Elias, NTEA event coordinator, at 248-479-8156 or katie@ntea.com.

Be sure to invite your guests in advance as you may be competing for their time. Learn more. 
Pre-show important deadlines
  • Today, Feb. 15
    • Order booth catering (two weeks before event date)
    • Order utilities (two weeks before event date)
  • Feb. 26
  • Feb. 29
    • Send press kits to Pressroom (#243). Kits cannot arrive onsite before Feb. 29
    • Materials can arrive at show site. No materials will be delivered before this date (if not shipped to the warehouse)
The Work Truck Show 2016 Member Lounge 
Member Lounge
sponsor  
The Work Truck Show 2016 features the NTEA Member Lounge at the Indiana Convention Center. The Lounge will include amenities such as coffee and refreshments, access to free Wi-Fi, complimentary chair massages, and more. Please contact NTEA at 800-441-6832 or info@ntea.com for more information. 
Important marshalling yard information
Please note the following regarding the marshalling yard:
  • The marshalling yard is open during the following times:
    • Friday, Feb. 26 - noon - 5 p.m.
    • Saturday, Feb. 27 - 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
    • Sunday, Feb. 28 - 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.
    • Monday, Feb. 29 - 6 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    • Tuesday, March 1 - 6 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    • Wednesday, March 2 - 6 a.m. - noon
  • For your convenience, a shuttle will loop between the yard and Indiana Convention Center during the following times:
    • Sunday, Feb. 28 - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Monday, Feb. 29 - 6 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Tuesday, March 1 - 7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    • Wednesday, March 2 - 7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    • Thursday, March 3 - 6 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
    • Friday, March 4 - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
       
  • No exceptions or early deliveries will be permitted prior to noon on Friday, Feb. 26. Vehicles accessing the yard outside of scheduled hours will be turned away or towed.
  • For added convenience, a heated trailer will be available at the marshalling yard, for drivers on a first-come basis.