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Application
Exhibitor Application
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Deadline: Oct 27, 2024 11:59 pm (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Date: Oct 24, 2024 10:00 am - Oct 27, 2024 4:00 pm (EST)
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Columbus, Ohio
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$100.00 - $750.00
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About the application
This is our standard GDEX booth to showcase the best of the best!When approved you can purchase your space, or multiple spaces, to craft the best experience for your game and/or product.Cost is $375 per booth10’ x 10’ Booth
3 Exhibitor Passes
Table w/table cloth, 2 chairs, and trash basket
Pipe and drape around your space
Access to discounted MerchandiseAccess to the GDEX Exhibitor Mixer ARTIST MARKET TABLE
The Artist market brings some of most wonderfully creative people to GDEX to showcase and sell their amazing works.Cost is $175Table w/table cloth, two chairs, and trash basket
2 Exhibitor Passes
Namecard at your table
Access to discounted MerchandiseAccess to the GDEX Exhibitor Mixer ISE TABLE
The GDEX ISE (Independent, Student, Experimental) is our way to offer cost effective ways for students and hobbyists to share their projects!Cost is $225Table w/table cloth, 2 chairs, and trash basket
2 Exhibitor Passes
Namecard at your table
Electricity for a standard computer & monitor setup
Access to discounted MerchandiseAccess to the GDEX Exhibitor Mixer GDEX Collector's Market Table (8' Table)The place for Vendor's looking to Buy, Sell, and Trade games and other Collectibles. You may purchase more than one table if approved.Cost is $150 per tableOne 8' Table
2 Exhibitor Passes
Table w/table cloth, 2 chairs, and trash basket
Access to discounted MerchandiseAccess to the GDEX Exhibitor Mixer Note: All exhibit sales are final and cannot be refunded. Space approvals do not guarantee that any particular space, or a space, will be available so please purchase your desired booths/tables as soon as you can.
About the event
Terms & Conditions
In addition to the standard GDEX Code of Conduct, Exhibitors are expected to follow the below Terms and Conditions. Breaking any of these terms may result in being asked to leave the show, and in extreme conditions, being banned from any future activities with GDEX and any subsidiary Multivarious events.Multivarious reserves the right to change these Terms and Conditions at their discretion. Booth ExpectationsExhibitors are expected to be set up and ready for the show at least 15 minutes before the show floor opens and on the show floor for the entirety of the show’s hours.Exhibitors are expected to create a positive, safe, and professional space in which guests can interact. Put thought, effort, and skill/talent into your overall presence and guest experience. This includes your signage, take-away/collateral materials, videos/presentations/demos, and interaction with guests. Have backup equipment and backup plans in case you run into issues with any of your materials. All exhibitors should attempt to keep their content displayed within a ‘T for Teen’ rating or below. Anything that might be deemed rated ‘M for Mature’ should have all ratings marked visibly and kept to a minimum. Content that may be deemed ‘A for Adult’ including nudity, pornography, explicit language, and other explicit content is NOT allowed under any circumstances and will not be tolerated. Exhibitors who violate these policies will be escorted from the premises by authorities and banned from all future events.
Please note that all sales on exhibitor booths are final and that requests for refunds for booths are handled on a case-by-case basis. GDEX will not refund any booths within 30 days of the start of the event, and booths are not transferable to other vendors without prior consent from GDEX. Staffing
Exhibitors are responsible for bringing enough staff to assemble, disassemble, and run your space for the duration of the Expo hours. Bringing extra volunteers is always a good idea, to allow your people to take breaks, browse the other exhibitor stations, and make new connections. Booths are expected to be operated throughout the entirety of the expo. Please do not close or break down your spaces until after the expo ends unless absolutely necessary.Please keep all booth staffing dressed and presentable in a fashion that might be rated ‘E for Everyone’. Cosplay-style costumes are allowed as long as all costumes and clothing are non-sexually provocative or overly revealing. Any exhibitor booth staff that may be presented as a “booth babe” is not allowed for this event. GDEX Staff have the right to request costume/clothing changes if an individual is found to be in violation of this policy.Contests, Sales, and Freebies
Exhibitors are free to sell their products, participate in raffles/contests, and endorse their social media and crowdfunding campaigns while at the Expo. However, exhibitors must do so in a non-aggressive and respectful manner. Exhibitors may not force or coerce guests to purchase, participate in, or sign-up for any products, activities, or events. Additionally, exhibitors must keep all contests and freebies within the legal bounds of Ohio law.Multivarious reserves the right to cancel any promotions if they are deemed to be unfit or disruptive to the event. Security
As an exhibitor, you are solely responsible for the property and materials you bring with you. Multivarious and The Greater Columbus Convention Center are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged property before, during, or after the event.After the show floor closes to Exhibitors, it will be locked by GCCC staff, and will only be accessible by GCCC Cleaning and GCCC Security. While you may leave your items at your booth after the floor has closed, you may also feel free to take any particular items with you from the convention floor, as long as you are set up and ready to go the next morning.The expo space will not have extra or private security.Interacting with Guests.
Treat all guests with respect and remember that we are all guests of The Greater Columbus Convention Center. If you have a true problem with a guest, please let a GDEX volunteer or contact your GDEX Representative. Noise/Volume
Most audio is allowed with the exception of profanity. This is a public event open to all ages and will not exclude anyone. As such, keep all audio rated ‘T for Teen’ or ‘E for Everyone’. Please display your game ratings prominently. Volume: Keep your volume manageable. Do not compete with other exhibitor spaces. You as an exhibitor and all of your peer exhibitors in the expo space will be showcasing your games and technology via various digital media that produce sound. GDEX volunteers will be monitoring the show floor and will do their best to keep all exhibitor sound production at equal levels. If you feel a neighbor exhibitor is being too loud and overpowering your space and those around you, please contact a GDEX volunteer. You will be required to lower your volume if requested by GDEX Staff. If audio is a primary and important component of your presentations, consider bringing headphones for your guests to use at your booth. RefundsAll exhibit sales are final and cannot be refunded. Space approvals do not guarantee that any particular space, or a space, will be available so please purchase your desired booths/tables as soon as you can.
Prices
| Booth prices | $100.00 - 750.00 |
Questions on the application
Business information
- Business name
- Legal business name
- Contact name
- Address
- Phone
- Website (Optional)
- Logo (Optional)
Additional information
- Please provide us with a link to one 16:9 aspect ratio logo image
- Have You Exhibited at GDEX Previously?
- What is the size of your team running your space?
- What Are You Planning on Exhibiting?
- Please describe your Game/Project
- Please include a link to any images or information
- Which Booth Type Are You Applying For
- If you answered "Multiple 10'x10' Booth Spaces" for the previous question, how many spaces are you interested in?
- What Best Describes You/Your Company?
- How would you like to be referenced on the website?
- Does your submission contain any adult content?
- Are You Interested in Sponsoring GDEX 2024?
- Do you have any interest in participating in a GDEX Side-Quest?
- By checking the box below, I agree to follow the GDEX Exhibitor Terms and Conditions..
- By checking the box below, I agree to load in on Thursday, October 24th and will exhibit during the full show hours from Friday, October 25th through Sunday, October 27th.
- Would you like your mascot to potentially be included on the GDEX 2024 T-Shirt?
Picture requirements
- Minimum pictures required: 0
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