Facts About the 2010 IIA of IL Convention & Tradeshow
1. What is the IIA of IL Convention & Tradeshow?
The Independent Insurance Agents of IL Convention & Tradeshow is an annual event hosted by the Association to bring members
from throughout the state together for networking, education and product updates. The conference also plays host to many events
including the Annual Business Meeting, Young Agent themed event, CE Classes, Thursday Theme Reception, and many other
opportunities. As the largest education provider in the state the Convention allows agents the opportunities to earn all their CE hours
for one year during the 2 ½ day event. The most important and largest event held at the Convention is the Tradeshow, usually held on the Thursday of the event. The IIA of IL Tradeshow, the industry’s largest one in the state, brings over 130 vendors from across the Nation to central IL. Tradeshow day brings over 900 people through our tradeshow doors. The IIA of IL Annual Convention &
Tradeshow has something for everyone.
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2. When is the IIA of IL Convention & Tradeshow?
The IIA of IL Convention is October 6-8, 2010. The tradeshow will be held on Thursday, October 7, 2010.
3. Where is the Convention located?
The 2010 Convention will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL.
4. Where is the tradeshow located and what are the hours?
The tradeshow will also be located at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL and the hours are as follows:
Setup: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Doors Open: 10:00 a.m.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 11:00 a.m.
Luncheon: 11:30 a.m. (served inside the tradeshow)
Doors Close: 2:30 p.m. (teardown begins at this time)
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5. Who attends the IIA of IL Tradeshow?
The overall attendance for the IL Convention Showcase is 1,300 people. Most come to the Tradeshow, where about 900 people walk
through the door with approximately 800 of those being agents.
6. How many booths will be at the IIA of IL Convention Tradeshow?
The 2010 event will have 136 booths. Register today! Click here.
7. What is the cost for a booth at the Tradeshow?
The cost to exhibit is based on your membership status with the IIA of IL. Members receive a price of $999. The cost for
nonmembers is $1,700.
8. What do I get with my tradeshow booth?
Booth space includes:
- Professional draped exhibit space
- 6’ table
- 2 folding chairs
- 1 One-line standard booth ID Sign
- Attendance for two (2) workers for all events on Thursday including CE Classes, Continental Breakfast, Luncheon, and themed
evening Reception.
- Attendee Listing by email upon request
- Participation in our virtual trade show with linkage to your website
- Listing of your company in the Official Convention Program Book
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