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PACK EXPO East is Less than 3 Months Away!

PACK EXPO East 2020 is less than 3 months away and the anticipation is building. Registered attendance is up, and we are expecting 7,000 attendees. Make sure to carve out time in your team’s schedules for the following events and activities taking place at the show:

• Taste of Philly Opening Reception will take place Tuesday, March 3 from 4 – 6 pm in the Broad Street Atrium.
• Packaging and Processing Women’s Leadership Network (PPWLN) Breakfast will take place Wednesday, March 4 from 8 – 10 am.
• Young Professionals Reception will take place Wednesday, March 4 from 3 – 5 pm at the Convention Center.
• Innovation Stage Presentations will take place daily in booth 1029.
• The Forum offers a unique, interactive learning experience. Free 45-minute sessions on the latest industry trends will include hands-on activities, small group discussions and Q&A sessions taking place Tuesday, March 3 and Wednesday, March 4 in booth 1430.
• Future Innovators Robotics Showcase will feature local robotics teams showcasing their skills each show day.

Thank you on behalf of show owner and producer, PMMI. Contact the PMMI Show Department at 571.612.3200 or expo@pmmi.org if you have any questions as you place your booth services and furnishings orders or as you design your booth. We look forward to seeing you in March!

Beware of Unofficial Vendors

PACK EXPO East exhibitors have reported receiving solicitations from vendors not affiliated with PMMI or PACK EXPO, specifically regarding attendee list sales, hotel room bookings and advertising in Packaging Industry News, which is published by the Source Group. A list of official vendors and contact information can be found at the bottom of this email.

We urge all exhibitors to be especially diligent when engaging with any vendor who is not an official contractor of PACK EXPO. PMMI and our official PACK EXPO vendors will never send emails from a non-business account such as Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook, etc.

If you receive a solicitation and are unsure of the vendor’s affiliation with PMMI or PACK EXPO, please contact the PMMI Show Department at 571.612.3200 or expo@pmmi.org.

‘Tis the Season for Travel Savings!

The PACK EXPO East 2020 hotels are now selling at the guaranteed lowest rates. All are within walking distance of the Pennsylvania Convention Center, and no deposit will be charged when you book today! Avoid the stress of last minute planning and finalize your travel plans before the the end of the year.

Important Shipping Information

With less than 3 months to go until PACK EXPO East, it’s time to start thinking about your show shipments. Information regarding move-in and move-out and all shipping forms can be found in section 6 and 7 of the Exhibitor Service Manual. Be sure to review your assigned target inbound and outbound dates and schedule your shipments accordingly.

If you cannot adhere to your assigned inbound and outbound schedule, please email Jim Roche at jroche@packexposervices.com.

Our official show carriers are Airways Freight and UPS Freight. For any international company shipping to the show, we recommend working with our official vendor Schenker. More information on each of these carriers can be found in section 7 of the Exhibitor Service Manual.

If you have any questions regarding shipments you will be sending to the show, please contact us at expo@pmmi.org or give us a call at 571.612.3200 and ask to speak with a member of the Show Department.

Lead Retrieval Deadline TOMORROW: Place Your Order and Save!

The Early Bird Deadline for Lead Retrieval orders is TOMORROW, Thursday December 19! Be sure to place and pay for your order to take advantage of the discounted rate. Don’t let your leads at the show go to waste – capture valuable information of attendees who visit your booth. To place your order, visit the company lookup login page and type in your company name or booth number to proceed. Once logged in, review available options and place your order.

If you have any questions, contact Convention Data Services (CDS), the official vendor at 800.746.9734 or by email at xpressleadspro@cdsreg.com.

Innovation Stage Application Deadline Has Been Extended!

Second chances don’t come along often, so don’t miss out on the opportunity to extend your reach at PACK EXPO East by presenting on the Innovation Stage and speaking to an engaged audience, solidifying your reputation as an expert. The deadline to submit has been extended to January 8, 2020.

As a presenter, you will receive premium exposure before, during and after the show:

• The Innovation Stage is mentioned in direct mail and email communications with attendees and prospects.
• Education is noted on prominent signage at the show.
• Presenters receive contact information for all who attend their presentation.

Reach your PACK EXPO East Customers and Get a Free Company Profile

Keep your brand and products in front of packaging decision-makers in Healthcare Packaging’s January edition, mailed to 15,000 qualified professionals and distributed on the PACK EXPO East show floor. As a BONUS, January Advertisers will be included in Healthcare Packaging’s Premier Suppliers Program with year-round benefits.

TWO Opportunities for Training at the Show

PMMI U is offering not one but two two-day training programs during PACK EXPO East on March 3-4, 2020. Registration is now open for the Certified Trainer Workshop, a leading train-the-trainer program for the packaging and processing industry, and the new Fundamentals of Field Service Workshop (for PMMI members only), which provides interactive training for field service technicians.

Official PACK EXPO Vendors

As of January 2020, our address will be

12930 Worldgate Drive, Suite 200, Herndon, VA 20170.

PMMI | 11911 Freedom Drive, Suite 600, Reston, VA 20190 | Phone: 571.612.3200

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