Sponsors + Exhibitors

EDPA

The Exhibit Designers and Producers Association (EDPA) is an internationally recognized national trade association. EDPA members lead the exhibit & event industry with the design, fabrication, transport, installation and services for marketing programs across the globe and have charged its Green Committee with the mission and purpose to formulate guidelines and resources for the industry as a whole. For the most complete and up to date information, visit the EDPA website at www.edpa.com.

EMI

The Event Marketing Institute is a global professional association dedicated to the advancement and development of best practices and insights for individuals and companies using live marketing as a strategic marketing initiative. EMI serves as a catalyst for innovative thinking in event marketing strategies, tactics and measurement, and is leading the way in guiding companies toward incorporating green initiatives into their efforts.

ESCA

ESCA is dedicated to the advancement of the exhibition, meeting and special events industries. Through the education, information exchange and level of professionalism shared by members and their customers, ESCA promotes cooperation among all areas of the exhibition industry.

NACS

The National Association of Consumer Shows (NACS) is committed to the advancement of the consumer show industry through furthering the growth and professionalism of those involved in the production of consumer shows. NACS solely focuses on the issues of the public show industry, representing consumer show producers of all types and sizes and their suppliers throughout North America.

SISO

The Society of Independent Show Organizers - is dedicated providing for-profit event producers with opportunities to become more profitable. Presidents, owners, and CEOs exchange ideas, share experiences, launch industry wide projects, and learn from each other through peer networking, education, and industry information and best practices. The 200 member companies produce nearly 3000 events annually, and the membership is a combination of large corporations and small entrepreneurial companies. SISO has launched several green initiatives for members over the past 3 years.

Trade Show Exhibitors Association

(TSEA) is the industry voice for exhibit and event marketing professionals. For over 41 years, TSEA has provided knowledge to marketing and management professionals who use exhibits to promote and sell their products, as well as to those who supply them with products and services.

Burkhardt Leitner constructiv Inc.

We develop, produce and distribute modular architectural systems for permanent/temporary installations in the fields of exhibition, display, office, public space and museum. Modularity and flexibility offers freedom of design; using reusable and recyclable material, reducing the impact on our environment by ensuring long service life. Quick set-up/dismantling is guaranteed.

CGS Premier

CGS Premier is a full-service builder of high tech mobile and event marketing displays, event sites, trailers, specialty vehicles, exhibits and kiosks. CGS also continues to be a pioneer in a full array of High Definition Digital printing capabilities from vehicle wraps to tents to indoor / outdoor signage.

Cort Furniture

Rent+Reuse+Resell = CORT Event Furnishings

CORT is a nationwide provider of high-quality design-oriented rental furniture. Through our trusted solutions experts, we provide 24/7 service to answer the needs of meeting planners, stylists and designers and help create events, meetings, and gala soirees. CORT Event Furnishings, working together to support the many shades of green.

David Lawrence

Pittsburgh's downtown environmentally-smart "green" David L. Lawrence Convention Center. This 1.5 million square foot facility features 313,000 square feet of exhibit space, 37 loading docks, 53 meeting rooms and a 31,000 square foot ballroom. The building's dynamic architectural design is like no other convention center offering breath-taking views, open terraces, and a suspended roof structure.

Delivered grEAn by EA Logistics

EA Logistics delivers a green freight option at no up charge. We serve Exhibitors, Show Management, General Contractors and Associations as Official Carrier, Air Carrier or Green Carrier. We can transport a single booth or a 100-truck in/out for your event. Exhibitors receive personalized Carbon Neutral Freight™ carbon credit receipts and booth placards telling attendees the booth was delivered grEAn™. Biodiesel fuels our company trucks.

Eco-Systems Sustainable Exhibits-Eco Systems Displays

Eco-Systems is the first green-built portable modular exhibit system in the nation developed with environmentally and socially responsible materials. As the Leader in Sustainable Exhibit Technology, we take pride in the innovation of our eco-friendly products and materials and continue to build the GREENEST displays in the industry.

Eventege - The Hughes Group

A display designed to be Green - 50+ recycled aluminum hardware, 75+ recycled plastic fabric graphic panels, water based inks, recycled sunflower kernel countertops.

A green, scalable, intuitive, US made display system.

EventPro Strategies

EventPro Strategies: The natural choice for Event Staffing and Execution Services. Talent in every US market and Canada. We save clients energy; reduce wasted effort with proprietary technology; and have 40,000 of the liveliest Talent in the industry (recycling the best ones, of course).Organically grown for over 9 years.

Freeman

Freeman is the world's leading provider of integrated services for face-to-face marketing events, including expositions, conventions, corporate events, and exhibits. As a leader, Freeman is committed to seeking ways to produce more environmentally-friendly events, and actively engages in green practices within their own day-to-day operations. Freeman also partners with their clients in a collaborative effort to find solutions in making events more eco-friendly.

Go Green Displays

Go Green Displays wants your next event or trade show to be a little greener. We believe that we can make events more eco-friendly while not abandoning the common sense objectives of reasonable cost, innovation, and visual appeal—we call it “Practical Green”. Visit us and see our break-through Glacier display.

GES Exposition Services

GES is dedicated to being good stewards of our environment by providing green product options and services to our show organizers and exhibitors, and by exploring ways to deliver sustainable solutions.

IML

iml's Green Meeting Solutions reduce waste while engaging participants in more productive meetings! The Communicator, iml's premier interactive meeting system, allows you to have paperless meetings, hybrid events, targeted feedback and even offset fundraisers!

KLEERTECH

KLEERTECH, the leading manufacturer of custom-printed meeting and event identification for over 20 years, now offers a complete line of biodegradable, compostable badges, lanyards, links and clips with independent laboratory verification. You have Green Choices and KLEER Advantage with KLEERTECH's BIOTECHTM Badge System (pat. pending). More at www.BioBadge.com or 877-522-2343.

Lounge 22

Lounge22 is the nation's leading provider of high-end rental furnishings. We are committed to sustainable design and the use of recycled eco-friendly materials. Lounge22 constantly strives to create new products based on the needs of clients and our ability to forecast upcoming design trends.

M2W Retail

M2W puts PURE PASSION into your in-store or off-site marketing event, whether you want to be “a lot” or “a little” green. From eco-conscious celebrities to the perfect eco-street team, we are the PEOPLE you want to PROMOTE your brand in GREEN PLACES. The M2W ECO-TEAM…brand responsibly.

Nxtbook Media

Nxtbook Media™ optimizes print for use on the Internet using a standard Web browser to expand the reach and effectiveness of the world's leading publishers.

On24

ON24, Inc. is the global leader of webcasting and virtual event solutions for demand generation and corporate communications. ON24 provides solutions and services that enable organizations to plan, produce and deliver cost-effective virtual meetings, conferences, events, and trade shows, while reducing travel and resource consumption.

Pictura Graphics

Pictura Graphics is committed to lessening our environmental footprint in the graphics industry by providing ecologically sensitive media, substrates, and processes that respect the environment and the safety of others. With green initiatives in place, premium customer service, creative design, and cutting-edge digital technologies (direct-to-substrate, dye-sublimation and digital photo), Pictura Graphics delivers innovative solutions and extraordinary results.

Pink Inc

PINK IS GREEN:
EXCITEMENT THAT'S SUSTAINABLE

For sustainable events, fabric structures are the smart choice for décor, signage, walls, staging and dramatic environments. Durable, flexible and designed to be reused time and again with little or no refurbishment, and we take it all back. Our extensive rental inventory gets you what you need, when you need it.

Professional Exhibits & Graphics

Professional Exhibits & Graphics for over 20 years has provided our clients with the widest range of exhibit solutions and value added services, including Eco-Systems Environmentally Friendly & Sustainable Exhibits.

Resourceful Bag & Tag

"ClearTainers are transparent for out-of-home recycling. Portable ClearStream recyclers are loaned and shared by over 2,000 customers at 10's of 1,000's of events annually.

New Stationary ClearMax containers are the permanent solution for indoor and outdoor recycling success."

Salt Palace Convention Center

"The Salt Palace Convention Center, an SMG managed facility, opened it's 2006 expansion with a Silver LEED certification and this is just the beginning of our green initiatives in practice and planned for the future. Offering 515,000 sf of exhibit space and 164,000 sf of meeting space, we can meet your needs!"

SCS

SCS specialties is designing and implementing resource management programs for venues and special events. SCS's services include:

• Waste studies.
• Equipment analysis and recommendation.
• Program monitoring.
• Grant writing and administration.
• Marketing and public relation campaigns.
• Cost analysis.
• Employee training and attendee outreach.
• Environmental product purchasing.

Splash

Splash!events is a full-service company that designs, builds and manages environmental graphics and structures. We are dedicated to providing eco-friendly solutions with uncompromised aesthetics and value. Our team of award-winning designers, account managers and skilled craftsmen help our clients engage, entertain and interact with customers in unmatched brand experiences. For more information please visit our website at www.splashevents.com.

Solio

Solio is the world's first, award winning, carbon neutral Solar Hybrid Charger, for most hand-held electronic devices, including mobile phones, iPhones, iPods, PDA's, GPS systems, cameras, etc. It holds a charge for up to one year, and has the most powerful, and sophisticated internal circuitry and tip system.

Sparks

DRIVING BRAND PERFORMANCE FOR THE WORLD'S MOST POWERFUL BRANDS™. Sparks is an award-winning integrated marketing agency recognized for its strategic planning, thoughtful creative, global execution, program management and performance measurement services. A client roster of leading power brands (adidas, Disney, Google, Merck, JCPenney, Philips, Xerox and more) leverage Sparks and its nine global facilities for trade shows, corporate and consumer events, custom retail fixtures, themed environments, and other related services. Discover how Sparks can drive your brand's performance.

Taylor

The Taylor Group is an earth friendly, environmentally responsible event and exhibit agency that merges art and science to create solutions that are good for brand marketers and good for the planet.

Travel Portland

Full-service CVB for beautiful NW city offering 22,000 hotel rooms (1,500 Green Seal block), and LEED-EB certified Oregon Convention Center with 255k gsf. exhibit space, 60k sf. meeting rooms, 2 ballrooms totaling 60k sf. Passkey housing bureau, pre-promo marketing programs, full-time convention service staff. Great restaurants, shopping, and attractions with NO sales, food, or beverage taxes!

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