Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities

Sponsor and exhibitor opportunities are still available for the 2019 Society of American Foresters National Convention! Events will be held at the Kentucky International Convention Center (221 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40202). We invite you to review the information below to secure your space.

If you have already registered to participate, scroll to the bottom of this page for some important information that will help you prepare for the Convention.

Click here to view a current list of our sponsors and exhibitors . 

Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities Available!

Join us for the largest natural resources and forest management expo where you can:

• Launch your latest technology and new products
• Connect with nearly 2,000 forest land management professionals
• Demo your products to potential customers
• Develop new business relationships  

Exhibit Booth Features

Each booth reservation includes the following:

• 10x10 ft. draped booth
• Expo Hall Opening Reception
• Registration for two that includes breaks in the Expo Hall and attendance at sessions (ticketed events not included)
• Booth identification sign (44x7 inches)
• Hyperlinks to your organization’s website from the Convention website
• Discount hotel rates in the convention room block
• Up to two additional registrations at the reduced rate of $275 per person

Specific questions can be directed to Karen Forbes, Delaney Meeting & Event Management at (802) 865-5202 or [email protected] 

Drive Booth Attendance and Promotion

Don't miss other opportunities to promote your organization through:

• Display Ads in The Forestry Source, advance brochure, onsite program, and online
• Attendee bag Insert
• Special sponsorship opportunities
• Reserve a table for the SAF Career Fair
• Innovation Zone demonstration area

Consider Upgrading to a Sponsorship

Looking to increase your exposure at the Convention? Consider upgrading to a sponsorship! Opportunities range from $3,000 to $20,000 with entitlements appropriate to the level of investment. Learn more by downloading the 2019 Sponsor & Exhibitor Brochure.

Register Now to Secure Your Space

1. Review the 2019 Sponsor & Exhibitor Brochure to select the level that best suits your needs,
2. View the current exhibit hall floor plan (as of 10.4.19 ) showing which booths are sold/still available, then
3. Register online to secure your space.
   
   

Already Registered?

Here are some important documents to help you prepare for the Convention. 

• Confirmation Packet
• Attachments: 
  • Exhibitor Name Badge Form
  • Foresters Fund Raffle & Silent Auction
  • 2019 SAF Innovation Zone Brochure and Sign up Form
  • SAF Directions to Garages
  • Directions to 2nd Street Loading Dock
  • Sampling Authorization Request-KICC
  • SAF Exhibitor QuickFacts_Advance Shipping Label

Innovation Zones - NEW!

This new feature for 2019 allows exhibitors to make live presentations, conduct product demonstration, host fun activities, and connect with potential clients in a more informal setting.

The best part - it's part of the exhibitor fee for 2019!

Innovation zones are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Showcase Products, Technology, and Services

Business, Not-For-Profit, Consulting, & Education

• Forestry consulting services
• Finance, insurance, or investment services
• Forestry-related publications and research
• Employment opportunities
  
  

Mapping, Photography, & Technology

• GIS and mapping products
• GPS equipment and services
• Field electronics and handheld data collectors
• Weather and water measurement tools

Forestry Tools & Equipment

• Harvesting and logging equipment
• Forest information management systems
• Arborist, urban forestry, and safety supplies
• Seeds, seedlings, and seedling services
• Fire control management services and equipment