2010 Exhibition

Omaha





RSSI C&S Exhibition
May 17th - 19th, 2010
Qwest Convention Center


The RSSI Exhibition is returning to Omaha in 2010 to celebrate the 50th annual RSSI C&S Exhibition. After the 2005 experience, the RSSI Board of Directors knew they had to return to Omaha. The Qwest Convention Center has been selected as the venue for the 2010 RSSI Annual C&S Exhibition, being held May 18th and 19th. Move-in and set-up will be on Monday, May 17th. The Annual Membership Meeting will also be held on Monday, May 17th.

The “Omaha Experience” in 2005 was unbelievable. RSSI set records in both the number of booth spaces occupied and the total attendance. As we celebrate our 50th Annual Exhibition, we are anticipating that 2010 will again be received as positively.

GENERAL EVENT INFORMATION

  • Participation is limited to RSSI members companies holding an Active membership.

  • Exhibit information is mailed to RSSI “Active” member companies in good standing approximately six months in advance of the exhibition.

  • Booth rental fees are established by the Board of Directors.

  • Booth spaces are 10’ by 10’ (100 Sq. Ft.).

  • Exhibit services are made available by our Exhibit Service Contractor.

REGISTRATION

Registration for all attendees will be available either on‐line (use the appropriate link) or on‐site. Registration is not accepted via regular mail or fax.

Registration Fees Advance On-Site
Railroad, Transit, Government Free Free
Exhibitor $260.00 $285.00
Exhibitor One Day Pass $160.00 $185.00
Non-Exhibitor RSSI Member $615.00 $640.00
Non-Exhibitor RSSI Member One Day Pass $475.00 $500.00
Non-RSSI Member Supplier $875.00 $900.00
Non-RSSI Member Supplier One Day Pass $500.00 $525.00



A. Railroad, Transit & Government Attendees

The registration fee is waived for all railroad, transit, or government attendees. Registration can be accomplished on-line after December 1, 2009. Please click here to begin the registration process for railroad, transit, and government attendees.

B. Supplier / Consultants

Please click here to begin the online registration process for suppliers and consultants.

C. On-Site Registration

The on-site Registration Desk will be located at the entrance to the exhibit hall. The Registration Desk will be open as follows:

Sunday, May 16th Noon - 5:00 PM (Exhibitor Only Advanced Registration Pick-Up)
Monday, May 17th 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, May 18th 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday, May 19th 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM


REGISTRATION CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellations for the RSSI Exhibition must be received in writing on or before April 30, 2010 to obtain a refund. A 20% processing fee will be charged for cancellations. Refunds will not be processed until after the Exhibition. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after April 30, 2010. Substitutions may be made for a $50 processing fee.

EXHIBITS

All exhibitors have been encouraged to have technical people available in their exhibit space. It is our intent to have the right people available to answer questions, demonstrate products and discuss application issues that attendees might have.

The exhibit floor plan is available as of December 1,20009, complete with up-to-date information about which booths will be occupied by which companies. To link to the floor plan, click here.

EXHIBITION SCHEDULE

Monday, May 17th
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Open Reception – Qwest Center Ballroom Pre-function Area
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Opening Dinner – Qwest Center Ballroom


Tuesday, May 18th
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Exhibition Open (including Wireless Cyber Café)
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Refreshment Station Open in Exhibit Hall
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Buffet Breakfast
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Buffet Lunch
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Buffet Dinner


Wednesday, May 19th
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Exhibition Open (including Wireless Cyber Café)
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Refreshment Station Open in Exhibit Hall
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Buffet Breakfast
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Buffet Lunch
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks and Snacks

HOTEL RESERVATION INFORMATION

Hotel Information

The Hilton Omaha has been designated the headquarters hotel for the 2010 RSSI C&S Exhibition. Please note that ALL hotel reservations must be made through the official housing coordinator.

Room rates are as follows:

Headquarters Hotel Single / Double
Hilton Omaha $152.00
Overflow Hotels
DoubleTree Omaha Downtown $132.00
Hilton Garden Inn $146.00

No individual reservations or company sub-block of rooms will be accepted by the hotels.

Please note, all attendees are expected to stay at one of the above hotels. Not only does this allow you to be with your customers in a relaxed atmosphere for one-on-one conversations, it also benefits your customers and RSSI by expanding our room count and keeping the room rate as low as possible.

Your assistance and cooperation in these matters is appreciated.

Complete hotel information can be accessed through our Housing Bureau, click here.

Travel Information

Omaha is conveniently located in the center of the country, providing easy access by plane, car, bus and even train. Eppley Airfield is only five minutes from downtown, with 10 major airlines providing services to major cities in the U.S. In fact, Omaha offers non-stop service to 17 of the top 25 cities in the country.

Transportation

Airport Shuttle: Complimentary to local hotels.

Taxi: Approximate cost for a cab to the downtown hotel properties would be $10.00-$15.00

Shuttle Information

Shuttle service will be provided between the DoubleTree Hotel and the Qwest Convention Center.

Pick-up/Drop-off locations are as follows:
DoubleTree Hotel – Capitol Avenue Entrance
Qwest Convention Center – Main Entrance

Shuttle times will be posted at the various locations.