Exhibitor Resources

Everything you need to get set up at Innovations, all in one place.
 
From booth selection to show specials, we’ll ensure you have the resources and opportunities to make the most of our trade show.  View our trade show floor map here.
 
All exhibitor packages with 10x10 ft. standard booths come with:
 
  • 8-ft.-high gray back drape 
  • 3-ft.-high gray side dividers
  • One 6-ft. gray skirted table
  • One 8-ft. gray skirted table
  • Two chairs
  • One wastebasket
  • 7x44 in. one-line identification sign
  • Standard power
 
Note: Package does not include carpet. Professional floor covering is required on the show floor. Be sure to select this in your exhibitor order form through Heritage or let us know if you are bringing your own flooring.
Image Audiovisuals is our vendor for audio visual services. All payments will be processed directly through Image. The order deadline is March 31 to receive a 20% discount.
 
To order audio visual services through Image, please place your order here. You can also download a PDF version of the form and email it to CCCEvents@imageav.com once completed. Use Innovations 2024 as the “Show Name."
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Booth vacuuming is provided by Heritage. Download the order form below. Submit your order by April 4 to be eligible for discounted rates.
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As of February 5, all booth numbers have been selected or assigned to our current exhibitors. You can view our trade show floor map and find your booth number here.
 
On the floor map webpage, you can also create an exhibitor profile to help drive attendee traffic. Make sure your company name is accurate, categorize your products, and provide more details to let attendees know what to expect at your booth. Find instructions at the bottom of this page.
 
Contact us if you have any issues or questions about booths.
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POVs (Personal Operated Vehicles) at the Colorado Convention Center

 
The Colorado Convention Center and the local Union have strict rules regarding unloading of freight at the loading docks. Anything being delivered on site at the loading docks must be unloaded and delivered by a local Union worker. This is primarily for the safety of all, as the docks are shared with other halls and forklift traffic is high.
 
Exhibitors are strongly encouraged to ship to the advanced warehouse listed in the exhibitor kit (kit will be available soon). Your freight will be waiting at your booth upon your arrival. 
 
Exhibitors are allowed to hand carry their own freight in as long as they bring in through the front doors and not the docks. 
 

Fire Extinguishers

 
We are requesting all exhibitors cooking in their booth to have one ten-pound B.C. extinguisher ready in their space.
Dish washing passes will be available at the back of hall F on the trade show floor for $25 each at the following times:
 
  • Monday, April 22: 12-6 p.m.
  • Tuesday, April 23: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • Wednesday, April 24: 7 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Colorado Convention Center (CCC) will be providing the electricity for booths. They also offer water and drainage services. All payments will be processed directly through the CCC. The order deadline is April 5.
 
You have two methods for submitting your order:
 
  • To avoid a 20% surcharge, please your order online at denverconvention.com/exhibit-at-an-event.
  • Download your order form and email your completed form to eorders@denverconvention.com or fax to 303-228-8101.
 
Email eorders@denverconvention.com or call 303-228-8027 if you have questions. 
 
For more details and access to the order form, download the document.
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Dot Foods Equipment Purchase

 
View the catalog of equipment available through Dot here and place your order on our sample order form by March 29.
 
Please note: If you purchase the Cofresco Foodservice Wrapmaster cling wrap, you must also have the Cofresco Foodservice Wrapmaster 4500 Dispenser. You can find this wrap dispenser in our equipment catalog and order it for free in the sample order form.
 
Please provide the Dot item number in your order form. Your equipment will be delivered to your booth along with your samples. Contact Ashley Bickel at ashley.bickel@dotfoods.com if you have any questions.
 

Sodexo Live! Equipment Purchase

 
View the catalog of equipment available to purchase through Sodexo Live! here. Equipment will be on sale at the back of hall F on the trade show floor while supplies last at the following times:
 
  • Monday, April 22: 12-6 p.m.
  • Tuesday, April 23: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • Wednesday, April 24: 7 a.m.-2 p.m.
 
In addition to the listed items, you can also purchase ice and a concession stand washing pass.
 

Lowe Equipment Rental

 
View the catalog of equipment available to rent through Lowe Rental here. Then, use the form to place your order. Lowe Rental orders are due April 9. Return the completed order form by faxing to 770-461-8020 or emailing to info@LoweUSA.com.
All exhibitors must move out of the exhibit halls on Wednesday, April 24 between 4 and 8 p.m. Please coordinate freight pickups and shipping to accommodate this deadline. Any freight left in the exhibit hall after 8 p.m. will be rerouted by Heritage's preferred carrier.
If you selected one of the following features, you will need to provide details through our form by February 24.
 
  • National Account Hotel Gift Bag
  • National Account Post Shipper
  • National Account Welcome Shipper
  • Scavenger Hunt Participant
  • Snack, Beverage, or Supplies Provider
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Aspen Oil Recycling will have drums on site for oil disposal. The drums will be located on the docks off of Hall F. They will be available all day both Tuesday and Wednesday.
Ice will be available for purchase from Sodexo Live! Catering. You can purchase a 20-pound bag for $10 at the back of hall F on the show floor at the following times, while supplies last:
 
  • Monday, April 22: 12-6 p.m.
  • Tuesday, April 23: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • Wednesday, April 24: 7 a.m.-2 p.m.
Internet will be provided at your booth through SmartCity Networks. All payments will be processed directly through SmartCity. The order deadline is April 8 for incentive rates.
 
Submit your order at Orders.SmartCityNetworks.com. Contact Smart City at 888-446-6911 or csr@smartcity.com if you have questions. 
 
For more details on their services, download the document.
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LeadCapture is an app you can download to your phone and use to record new contacts and take notes during conversations at Innovations. Simply scan attendee badges using the app to record their name and contact information.
 
Each exhibitor package will receive two LeadCapture licenses. If you would like more people from your company to have the LeadCapture app, you can purchase additional licenses. More details are in the PDF.
 
You will receive an email to create an account soon. If you have used LeadCapture at a previous event, follow the instructions in the PDF to get set up.
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Only Dot Foods supplier partners are eligible to exhibit at Innovations. Once your company has purchased an exhibitor package and sponsorships here, every person from your company attending Innovations must fill out attendee registration here.
To order your samples from Dot Foods, you must fill out our sample order form by Friday, March 29, 11 a.m. CST.
 
  • You will be invoiced for the net cost of the product plus a shipping and processing fee. 
  • Do NOT order samples through the Dot Foods website. 
  • Make sure to work with Heritage to provide your credit card information to cover handling and other services. To receive any temperature-controlled product, please fill out our form on page 7 and return.
 
Please produce all samples within your booth. You are responsible to provide plates, bowls, utensils—whatever equipment is necessary to prepare and serve your product. The Colorado Convention Center has limited to no culinary prep capabilities. If you are unable to produce your samples within your booth and need assistance, contact Ashley Bickel at ashley.bickel@dotfoods.com. She will coordinate with you on sample preparation.
 
Dot can help manage your sample fulfillment for other trade shows as well as to broker offices, national accounts, international companies, and more. Find out about our sample management services here.
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Dry goods and booth display items must be shipped to the advance warehouse no earlier than Monday, March 25. Material arriving after Monday, April 15 will be received at the warehouse at an additional charge.
 
We will begin receiving frozen and refrigerated items on April 21.
 
Material Handling
 
To receive any temperature-controlled product, please fill out our form and return. Anything you ship, including show samples, will have a material handling charge. You can find the form and details here on pages 7-13.
 
Shipping Labels
 
Every piece of freight you send must have one of the following labels, as well as any other labels from your chosen carrier. Labels will be available to download soon.
 
  • Use red labels for product that needs to be sent to Sodexo Live! Catering to prepare for samples. Circle Dry, Frozen, or Refrigerated on each label.
 
  • Use the Heritage Trade Show Services labels for product that will not be prepared by Sodexo Live! Catering. If these items need to be stored in refrigerated or frozen trailers on site, use one of the colored labels:
 
    • White: Dry/Booth Display
    • Blue: Frozen
    • Gold: Refrigerated
 
These samples will be accessible at the Service Desk during show hours.
 
Download labels for your samples and products.  
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Through show specials, you can offer discounted prices to Innovations attendees. Show specials drive business and get everyone excited to visit your booth. 
 
The deadline to submit show specials to the Dot Foods website is March 1. Here are other dates you need to know:
 
  • Start Submitting: January 29
  • Final Day to Submit: March 1
  • Go Live to Customers: March 11
  • Show Specials Order Dates: April 24-May 6
  • Delivery Dates: May 27-June 14
 
Show specials must be submitted on the Dot Foods website. If you exhibited at Innovations 2023, you have the option to resubmit your specials from last year. You can also enter each product manually or upload a spreadsheet.
 
Follow our instructions here and click the link below to submit your show specials.

 

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Use your social media channels to drive traffic to your booth. Share our templates and use the #DotInnovations2024 hashtag to promote your participation at our trade show.
 
View our guidelines and templates for Innovations social media content.
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Several exhibitor resources will be provided through Heritage Trade Show Services. You will receive an email from Heritage with login information to access their offering on 1 p.m. CST the day your booth selection opens. You will not be able to request show services prior to selecting your booth. 
 
Please call 1-800-360-4323 or email exhibitor.services@heritagesvs.com if you don’t receive the email or have other questions. Once you’re at the show, you can visit Heritage at the Service Desk in Exhibit Hall F.
 
Heritage provides the following services. To be eligible for discounted rates, submit your order by April 4. 
 
 

Carpet

 
Professional floor covering is required for all booths. If you do not let Heritage know you are bringing your own floor covering or place a carpet order by April 4, Heritage will provide you with gray booth carpet and charge you at the standard rate.
 

How to Submit Order Forms

 
Once you've selected your booth, use one of the following methods to submit your order to Heritage. All payments will be processed directly through Heritage. Orders and payment must be submitted April 4 to receive a discount. 
 
  • Online Form: Use your personalized link from Heritage to submit orders through their Easy Order system. You should receive an email with your link at 1 p.m. CST on the day your booth selection opens.  
 
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