The Future is Now!

2023 Fall Conference Exhibit

October 3-5, 2023

Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem, NC

The Future is NOW!

We can't wait to see YOU at the conference this year! NEW this year for exhibitors: Booth Decorating Contest! Show us your best version of "The Future is NOW!" If you are a current member, once you have paid your 2023 Partner Member dues, you can select your booth! Claim your booth now!

Booth spaces fill up quickly, so don’t wait too long to register your booth! We’ve sold out and had a waiting list for the last several years! For NEW Partner Prospects, you must be a member to exhibit at our conference. We invite you to consider becoming a NCALA member and exhibiting at our Trade Show. Partners can apply for membership using the Partner Membership Application (paper form), or online here. Booths are assigned on a “first-come, first-served” basis and booths are selling fast.

View the Trade Show Floor Layout (Please be advised that we will make every effort to keep your preferred booth selection as close to the location represented as possible.)
Download Hollins Exhibitor Kit (Trade Show DOWNSTAIRS)
Benton Electrical Form

The Vendor/Member Reception and Sponsor Education Fair will be the evening before the Trade Show on Tuesday, October 3rd. We also encourage you to attend the Awards Luncheon immediately before the Trade Show on Wednesday, October 4th, where we will recognize our heroes and sponsors. You are also invited to attend any educational sessions (attendee schedule posted soon) that pique your interest and to participate in our fundraisers!

Available Sponsorships

Please look below to view the sponsorships that are available for purchase at this event. PLEASE NOTE: All sponsors, regardless of level, will be recognized on the 2023 NCALA Fall Conference & Trade Show Web site and in all conference-related emails.

Platinum Sponsor

SOLD OUT

Everything in Gold, plus reserved center aisle booth location, a second booth for free, an opportunity to present continuing education at Opening Night Reception, and your name and logo on conference folders given to every participant. $3000.

Gold Sponsor

Company logo on conference bags, preferred booth location, and recognition on large sponsor banner signs. $2000

Awards Lunch

Signs at buffet tables and in the center of each dining table during the Awards Lunch the day of the Trade Show. $2000

Networking Breaks

Signs at food and beverage stations during breaks. $750.

Opening Night Reception

Signs in the reception area and at the bar during the Tuesday opening night reception. $500

Trade Show Refreshments

Signs at the refreshments tables in the trade show. $500.

Please purchase your sponsorship(s) when you register your booth.

RESERVE YOUR BOOTH AND SPONSORSHIP

Event Schedule

Select the day below to see the schedule for that day.

Tuesday, Oct 3

Wednesday, Oct 4

5:15 pm

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6:45 pm

Opening Vendor & Attendee Reception

Location assignment: Salem Foyer

Platinum Sponsor Education Fair and Silent Auction benefiting the NCALA PAC!

9:00 am

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1:15 pm

Registration and Booth Setup

Location Assignment: Salem Foyer (if checking in on Tues. Oct. 3rd) and Piedmont Foyer-downstairs (if checking in on Weds. Oct. 4th)

Check in at registration and set up your booths!

11:15 am

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11:25 am

Exhibitor Meeting

Location Assignment: Center Aisle of Piedmont 4

11:45 am

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1:15 pm

Vendor & Attendee Hero Awards Luncheon

Location Assignment: Salem 2

Program: Board, Preceptor, and Sponsor recognitions followed by the Hero Awards.

1:30 pm

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4:00 pm

Trade Show and Education Quad

Location Assignment: Piedmont 3 and 4 (Downstairs)

Program: Cash Prize Drawings, Refreshments, and Education Foundation Raffle

4:00 pm

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6:00 pm

Booth Breakdown

Location, Lodging & Reservations

Below you will find maps of downtown Winston-Salem, inside the convention center and information on hotels and group rates, including reservation links.

Location in Winston-Salem

Benton Convention Center
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Phone: (336) 727-2976

twincityquarter.com

Location Inside the Convention Center

Below you will find a map of inside the convention center and information on hotels and group rates, including reservation links.

Lodging & Reservations

PLEASE NOTE: Book by September 5, 2023 to receive group rate. If you call hotels directly, be sure to ask for the NCALA group rate! Do not wait! Rooms sell out quickly!

MARRIOTT

$169 per night

Group rate

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EMBASSY SUITES

$193 per night