Exhibitor Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What size is my booth space?

Each booth is an 8' x 10' pipe and drape space, with 3' draped side walls. A 7" x 44" company identification sign will be provided.

Please note: Booths do not include furnishings or electricity. These must be ordered separately.

2. Who do I contact to order furnishings, tables, carpet, or other booth needs?

Our official show decorator is Colt Expositions. To place an order or ask questions, please contact them directly:

3. Who do I contact to order electricity?

Contact Boothline Electric at:

If you have difficulty reaching Boothline, Colt Expositions can also assist you.

4. What are the show hours, set-up, and breakdown times?

Monday

  • Set-up: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Hall Open: 4:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Tuesday

  • Hall Open: 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM
    (Lunch will be available to exhibitors before the hall opens)
  • Tear-down: 1:45 PM – 5:00 PM

Spring Conference: Optional Networking Dinner (additional cost; limited space; pre-registration required)
Fall Conference: Cocktail Networking Hour (open to all conference registrants)

5. How many staff registrations are included with my exhibit booth?

Each booth includes two full conference registrations, which provide access to all educational sessions, meal functions, and networking events.

6. How many staff can I have registered to staff my booth?

There is a 5-person maximum per booth, per day.
Badge/registration sharing is not allowed.

7. Is there a fee to register additional booth staff?

Yes. Additional booth staff may register at the Trade Show Only rate of $145 per person, per day. To request the form, email Pam at Pam@CaAssistedLiving.org. 
Please note: Additional staff must be employees of the exhibiting company and use a company email address.

8. Who can assist me with questions about my conference fees, paying an invoice, etc.?

Please contact:

 

9. Who can I contact with exhibitor, sponsor, or other general conference questions?

Please contact:

 

10. Is there a group rate at a conference hotel available?

Yes. We offer a discounted group rate at the Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, but rooms may sell out.

For details and booking, click here

11. What do I need to do for the Wine Tasting in the Exhibit Hall?

We kindly ask each exhibitor to bring two bottles of wine for the wine tasting. You will keep these bottles at your booth and catering will be by to open the bottles, so please don’t open them yourselves. Be sure to bring a bucket to chill your wine if needed.

Wine glasses will be provided as attendees enter the exhibit hall.

12. I want CALA to help announce my prize drawing winner. What do I do?

Please go online to complete a Prize Drawing Form at https://forms.gle/VLjHDUUxw3Cygd3q6.  More details about the drawing can be found on the form.