IMEA Conference Exhibit Information
Dear Exhibitor,
On behalf of the Iowa Music Educators Association, I would like to welcome you to the 85 th Annual Professional Development Conference! If you are new to our Exhibitor Family we look forward to working together to create another successful Fall Conference for our Educators and Students alike! If you are a returning Exhibitor, we want to again thank you for your willingness to support this conference with your participation as an exhibitor and sponsor of this great event! Following are some final details as we approach November 16th.
On behalf of the Iowa Music Educators Association, I would like to welcome you to the 85 th Annual Professional Development Conference! If you are new to our Exhibitor Family we look forward to working together to create another successful Fall Conference for our Educators and Students alike! If you are a returning Exhibitor, we want to again thank you for your willingness to support this conference with your participation as an exhibitor and sponsor of this great event! Following are some final details as we approach November 16th.
NEW THIS YEAR!
- Our Exhibits areas will move to a “Thursday/Friday” format with no exhibits on Saturday.
- There is also a “Visit the Exhibits” time built into the Conference Schedule (2-2:30 PM) and the All-State Chairs have been instructed to tell students during one of the afternoon breaks on Friday to come and visit the exhibits to help boost numbers during that time.
November 16, 2023: 2:30 PM-5:30 PM
November 17, 2023: 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Iowa State Center - Scheman Building
Iowa State University
1805 Centre Drive
Ames, IA 50010
November 17, 2023: 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Iowa State Center - Scheman Building
Iowa State University
1805 Centre Drive
Ames, IA 50010
UPDATED: August 2023
If a problem should arise, a refund may be requested until October 1, 2023 less a $30.00 processing fee. After October 1, no refunds will be granted.
If a problem should arise, a refund may be requested until October 1, 2023 less a $30.00 processing fee. After October 1, no refunds will be granted.
The Iowa Music Educators Association Conference and the Iowa All-State Music Festival will be held November 16-18, 2023 in the Scheman Building of the Iowa State Center on the Iowa State University campus in Ames, Iowa.
Fees for exhibitors are only $300.00 per the first booth and $265 for each additional booth
Booth Move In:
Booth Tear Down
√***All Exhibitors are prohibited from tearing down before 5:00 PM Friday, November 17. ***
Exhibit Hours:
DO NOT SHIP BEFORE NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Exhibit equipment & materials may be shipped directly to the Scheman Building at:
IMEA/[Company Name]
Scheman Bldg., Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011
Booth Reservation Physical Inclusions
Lodging
Historically, we have used the following properties. When contacting these properties, please identify that you are an exhibitor with the Iowa Music Educators Association Conference.
GrandStay Residential Suites: ames@grandstay.net, 515-232-8363
Holiday Inn Express, 515-232-2300
Again this year, IMEA will be providing name tags for everyone that you have indicated will be working at your booth.
A coffee area will be provided, and all exhibitors will be pre-registered. When you arrive at the Scheman building please check in at the IMEA registration booth (located on the top floor of the Scheman building) so that we may greet you and provide any last-minute information including name tags prior to your set-up. Thank you for your support of the Iowa Music Educators Association!
Fees for exhibitors are only $300.00 per the first booth and $265 for each additional booth
Booth Move In:
- Thursday, November 16, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Booth Tear Down
- Friday, November 18=7, 5:00 PM
√***All Exhibitors are prohibited from tearing down before 5:00 PM Friday, November 17. ***
Exhibit Hours:
- Thursday: 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (including noon time)
DO NOT SHIP BEFORE NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Exhibit equipment & materials may be shipped directly to the Scheman Building at:
IMEA/[Company Name]
Scheman Bldg., Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011
Booth Reservation Physical Inclusions
- 8’ x 10’ booth with an 8’ high back drapery and 3’ high side drapes (Most booths)
- A company identification sign
- One 6’ draped table (Table top dimensions: 2 ½’ x 6’)
- 2 chairs
- A large loading dock is available at the northwest corner of Scheman
Lodging
Historically, we have used the following properties. When contacting these properties, please identify that you are an exhibitor with the Iowa Music Educators Association Conference.
GrandStay Residential Suites: ames@grandstay.net, 515-232-8363
Holiday Inn Express, 515-232-2300
Again this year, IMEA will be providing name tags for everyone that you have indicated will be working at your booth.
A coffee area will be provided, and all exhibitors will be pre-registered. When you arrive at the Scheman building please check in at the IMEA registration booth (located on the top floor of the Scheman building) so that we may greet you and provide any last-minute information including name tags prior to your set-up. Thank you for your support of the Iowa Music Educators Association!
If you have any other questions or concerns prior to the 16th. please don’t hesitate to call 641-585-2632 or email IMEAexhibits@gmail.com.
Looking forward to seeing you all in Ames!
Sincerely,
Looking forward to seeing you all in Ames!
Sincerely,
C. David Rutt, Exhibits Chair
Iowa Music Educators Association
435 S. Clark St.
Forest City, IA 50436
641-585-2632
IMEAexhibits@gmail.com
Iowa Music Educators Association
435 S. Clark St.
Forest City, IA 50436
641-585-2632
IMEAexhibits@gmail.com