The Boston Shoe Travelers Association

Dear BSTA Member,

Enclosed are exhibiting contracts for the January and February 2017 trade shows. Also enclosed is a nomination form for the 2017 New England Retailer of the Year. Please make the effort to nominate a deserving retailer for this prestigious award.

Please note the deadlines for participation:

  • January contract due November 11, 2016
  • February contract due November 11, 2016
  • Retailer of the Year due October 18, 2016

If I can be of further assistance, please contact me at (800) 413-2782

Sincerely,

Danner DeStephano

Danner J. DeStephano

Executive Director

BSTA

Exhibitor Contract January 2017 Early Buy Show

Sunday, January 15 & Monday, January 16, 2017

Radisson Hotel, Manchester, NH

Name (Sales Representative) : Date

Address

City and StateZip code

Tel. No.Cell:Fax#

E-mail Address

Company Name

Exhibitors must complete a contract in order to participate in the show and be listed in the directory.

Booth Packages

Each standard booth includes:

 Carpeting  (2) Folding Chairs  Waste Basket  (2) 4’ Risers

 (1) 8’ Draped Tables  (2) 6’ Draped Table  (1) 4’ Draped Table

(1) 8’ x 10’ booth: $450 (2) 8’ x 20’ booth: $900 (3) 8’ x 30’ booth: $1,350

Booth Package (please use #1, 2, or 3 from above list)

Show includes a continental breakfast daily

Set up: Saturday January 14, 2017 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Sunday January 15th – 7:30 a.m.

Show Hours: Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. & Monday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Additional Items (please indicate):

Co. Personnel: $50/ person Name(s)

Late Filing Fee: $75 (After 11/11/16)

Total Fees Enclosed$

*Applications for booth space must be accompanied with full payment

January Show Contract 2017

MANUFACTURERS: For placement in the Show Directory, please print the brands you represent.

SHOW RULES: (Enclosed)

CONTRACT DEADLINE: November 11, 2016

PAYMENT:Full payment covering the cost of exhibiting must accompany this application made payable to: BSTA and mailed to: 144 North Road, Suite 1550, Sudbury, MA 01776 OR Fax 978-369-4939 byNovember 11, 2016

I wish to pay by Check in fullforBooth(s) at $450/booth $

I wish to pay by Credit Card $

*Please Note: there is a $15 credit card processing charge

Credit Card Number

Expiration Date (Month/Year)



Credit Card Number

 

Expiration Date Security Code

(Month/Year)

  • Please Note: No Refunds After November 11, 2016

Questions: Contact the BSTA Office 1-800-413-2782

I have read this contract in the in its entirety, and agree to abide by terms and rules as set forth.

SignatureDate

(Exhibitor)

Boston Shoe Travelers Association Rules and Regulations

  1. Each salesperson who exhibits and travels in New England must be a member in good standing of BSTA. Booths or rooms will not be assigned unless all dues and other charges are current.
  1. No Merchandise or equipment of any kind shall be permitted in the aisles or halls.
  1. Representatives or exhibitors shall not solicit buyers in the aisles or halls. BUTTON HOLING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.
  1. The person or company signing the exhibitor’s contract is responsible for any damage done to the property that the person or company is utilizing.
  1. Exhibitors are not permitted to take a buyer from one booth or room to another.
  1. All booths and rooms shall remain open and be maintained for the duration of all show hours listed. Violators are subject to a fine of $250. No Packing or Removal of Samples Before the Show Closes.
  1. Every sales person participating in a hotel room show must pay an exhibit fee.
  1. The BSTA reserves the right to remove any and all exhibitors from exhibiting at the Footwear Markets at any time before or during the exhibit for failure to conform to the above stated rules and regulations.
  1. There shall be no refunds granted after the exhibition booth or room has been assigned to the exhibitor.
  1. No alcoholic beverages or smoking is permitted.
  1. All exhibitors and assistants shall wear identification badges.
  1. Application for booth space cannot be accepted without full payment for the cost of exhibiting.

The Radisson Hotel Manchester Downtown is pleased to be the host hotel for The Boston Shoe Traveler’s Early Buyer’s Show in January 2017.

The overnight rates for this event are listed below. We will be happy to extend this rate directly prior to, and /or following your function, based on availability.

Please complete the information requested below and sent to: Radisson Hotel Manchester

Attn: Reservations

700 Elm Street

Manchester, NH 03101

Reservations may also be made by calling the hotel DIRECTLY: 603-625-1000 or by faxing to: 603-206-4000. Reservations may also be made by calling 800-333-3333. Online booking is available at use the promo (PAC) code: BST117

BSTA

January 15-16

GUEST NAME:______

ADDRESS: ______
PHONE: ______

# of ROOMS:___ # of Guests per room: ____NAME OF SHARING GUEST:______

ARRIVAL DAY/DATE:______DEPARTURE: DAY/DATE:______

Rate for Single Occupancy: $139+ or Double Occupancy is $149+ (current tax is 9%)

ROOM TYPE PREFERENCE (not guaranteed): ___King ___2 DBL beds ___Handicap Accessible

RESERVATION DEADLINE: December 24, 2016

A deposit in the amount of one night’s stay or a credit card number must accompany this form.

Check-in time is 3pm and check-out time is 11am

_____Check enclosed

_____Credit Card #______EXP:______

Cardholder name: (please print)______

Signature:______

CONFIRMATION #:______will be sent upon request:

EMAIL:______FAX #: ______

ELECTRICAL SERVICE ORDER FORM

Booth Location: _____Armory _____Expo Ctr ____Ballroom

Quantity /

Description

/ Discount/
Advance Payment /

Floor Order

(less than 3 days
prior to setup) / Amount
10amp / $75.00 / $150.00
20 amp / 2400 watts
120 volts / $100.00 / $200.00
4 outlet power strip rental
(DOES NOT INCLUDE ELECTRICITY) / $10.00 / $20.00

Conditions and Regulations:

  1. Building utility outlets are not a part of booth space and are not to be used by the exhibitors unless specified otherwise.
  2. All equipment, regardless of source of power, must comply with all federal, state and city safety codes.
  3. Claims will not be considered unless filed by exhibitor prior to close of exposition.
  4. Under no circumstances shall anyone other than “house electrician” make special or direct wiring connections.
  5. All material and equipment furnished by CNH for this service order shall remain the property of CNH and shall be removed ONLY

by CNH at close of show.

  1. All exhibitor’s cords must be of the 3 wire grounded type.
  2. Rates quoted for all connections cover only bringing of electrical services to booth in the most convenient manner and do not

include connecting equipment or special wiring.

  1. Electrical power for lights and displays will be turned on one hour prior to show opening time and off at show closing time of day. Exceptions must be made and paid for in advance.
  2. Any exhibitor desiring an independent electrical line will be subject to a labor charge in addition to the charge for power!.
  3. CNH is not responsible for voltage fluctuation, power failures or power surges because of temporary power conditions.
  4. CREDIT WILL NOT BE GIVEN FOR OUTLETS INSTALLED AND NOT USED.
  5. ALL ORDERS ARE FOR A SINGLE PLUG-IN. SHORT EXTENSION CORDS AND QUAD BOXES ARE AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL.
  6. ***For telephone service to booth, please contact Fairpoint Communications: 866-984-3001***

Boston Shoe Travelers
January 15-16, 2017

Show Rep ______Booth # ______

Brand Name:______

Mailing Address: ______City: ______State: ______Zip: ______Phone: ______Email

Address:______

Authorized By: ______Signed By: ______Date: ______

(Please Print)

CC# ______Exp. Date: ______

COMPLETE FORM AND MAIL WITH PAYMENT TO:

The Radisson Hotel Manchester

at The Center of New Hampshire, 700 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 03101

OR FAX CREDIT CARD ORDERS TO: 603-206-4206

For questions pertaining to this order call 603-206-4208

BSTA

Exhibitor Contract February Show2017

Sunday, Feb.26,Monday, Feb.27, & Tuesday Feb. 28, 2017

Radisson Expo Center, Manchester, NH

Name (Sales Representative): Date

Address

City and StateZip code

Tel. No.Cell:Fax#

E-mail Address

Company Name

Exhibitors must complete a contract in order to participate in the show and be listed in the directory.

Booth Packages

Each standard booth includes:

 Carpeting  (2) Folding Chairs  Waste Basket  (2) 4’ Risers

 (1) 8’ Draped Tables  (2) 6’ Draped Table  (1) 4’ Draped Table

(1) 8’ x 10’ booth: $495 (2) 8’ x 20’ booth: $990 (3) 8’ x 30’ booth: $1,485

Booth Package (please use #1, 2,or 3 from above list)

Set up: Saturday February 25, 2017 – 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or Sunday – 7:30 a.m.

Show Hours: Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Additional Items:(please indicate):

Co. Personnel: $50/ person Name(s)

Advertisement: $ ($125 Black & White; $400 Color)

Late Filing Fee: $75 (After 11/11/2016)

2017Annual Membership Dues: $175 ______

Total Fees Enclosed$

*Applications for booth space must be accompanied with full payment

February Show Contract 2017

MANUFACTURERS: For placement in the Show Directory, please print the brands you represent.

SHOW RULES: (Enclosed)

CONTRACT DEADLINE: November11, 2016

PAYMENT:Full payment covering the cost of exhibiting must accompany this application made payable to: BSTA and mailed to: 144 North Road, Suite 1550, Sudbury, MA 01776OR Fax 978-369-4939 byNovember 11, 2016

I wish to pay by Check in fullforBooth(s) at $495/booth $

I wish to pay by Credit Card $

*Please Note: there is a $15 credit card processing charge

Credit Card Number

Expiration Date (Month/Year)



Credit Card Number

 

Expiration Date Security Code

(Month/Year)

  • Please Note: No Refunds After November 11, 2016

Questions: Contact the BSTA Office 1-800-413-2782

I have read this contract in the in its entirety, and agree to abide by terms and rules as set forth.

SignatureDate

(Exhibitor)

Mail to: BSTA, 144 North Road, Suite 1550, Sudbury, MA 01776 or Fax: 978-369-4939

Advertising for Show Directory

February 2017Show

ADVERTISING RATES:

Full Page-Black/White$125

Full Color $400

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. DEADLINE: January 20, 2017

ACTUAL PAGE SIZE

  1. Send Ad to Size

*Include 1/8” bleed if applicable

  1. Printer:

Tracy -Minuteman Printing

978-369-2808

Email:

  1. Make Checks Payable to:

BSTA

144 North Road, Suite 1550, Sudbury, MA 01776

  1. If sending ad directly to the printer, please note that payments must be sent to BSTA

Method of Payment: Check or Credit Card

Reserve Pages at $____

(see rates above)

Amount $

Copy Enclosed____

Firm’s Name____

Contact

Address

______

Telephone

The Radisson Hotel Manchester Downtown is pleased to be the host hotel for The Boston Shoe Traveler’s Show in February 2017.

The overnight rates for this event are listed below. We will be happy to extend this rate directly prior to, and /or following your function, based on availability.

Please complete the information requested below and sent to: Radisson Hotel Manchester

Attn: Reservations

700 Elm Street

Manchester, NH 03101

Reservations may also be made by calling the hotel DIRECTLY: 603-625-1000 or by faxing to: 603-206-4000. Reservations may also be made by calling 800-333-3333. Online booking is available at use the promo (PAC) code: BST217

BSTA

February

26-28, 2017

GUEST NAME:______

ADDRESS: ______
______

PHONE: ______

# of ROOMS:___ # of Guests per room: ____NAME OF SHARING GUEST:______

ARRIVAL DAY/DATE:______DEPARTURE: DAY/DATE:______

Rate for Single Occupancy: $144+ or Double Occupancy is $154+ (current tax is 9%)

ROOM TYPE PREFERENCE (not guaranteed): ___King ___2 DBL beds ___Handicap Accessible

RESERVATION DEADLINE: February 2, 2017

A deposit in the amount of one night’s stay or a credit card number must accompany this form.

Check-in time is 3pm and check-out time is 11am

_____Check enclosed

_____Credit Card #______EXP:______

Cardholder name: (please print)______

Signature:______

CONFIRMATION #:______will be sent upon request:

EMAIL:______FAX #: ______

ELECTRICAL SERVICE ORDER FORM

Booth Location: _____Armory _____Expo Ctr ____Ballroom

Quantity /

Description

/ Discount/
Advance Payment /

Floor Order

(less than 3 days
prior to setup) / Amount
10amp / $75.00 / $150.00
20 amp / 2400 watts
120 volts / $100.00 / $200.00
4 outlet power strip rental
(DOES NOT INCLUDE ELECTRICITY) / $10.00 / $20.00

Conditions and Regulations:

  1. Building utility outlets are not a part of booth space and are not to be used by the exhibitors unless specified otherwise.
  2. All equipment, regardless of source of power, must comply with all federal, state and city safety codes.
  3. Claims will not be considered unless filed by exhibitor prior to close of exposition.
  4. Under no circumstances shall anyone other than “house electrician” make special or direct wiring connections.
  5. All material and equipment furnished by CNH for this service order shall remain the property of CNH and shall be removed ONLY

by CNH at close of show.

  1. All exhibitor’s cords must be of the 3 wire grounded type.
  2. Rates quoted for all connections cover only bringing of electrical services to booth in the most convenient manner and do not

include connecting equipment or special wiring.

  1. Electrical power for lights and displays will be turned on one hour prior to show opening time and off at show closing time of day. Exceptions must be made and paid for in advance.
  2. Any exhibitor desiring an independent electrical line will be subject to a labor charge in addition to the charge for power!.
  3. CNH is not responsible for voltage fluctuation, power failures or power surges because of temporary power conditions.
  4. CREDIT WILL NOT BE GIVEN FOR OUTLETS INSTALLED AND NOT USED.
  5. ALL ORDERS ARE FOR A SINGLE PLUG-IN. SHORT EXTENSION CORDS AND QUAD BOXES ARE AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL.
  6. ***For telephone service to booth, please contact Fairpoint Communications: 866-984-3001***

Show: Boston Shoe Traveler’s Association
February 26-28, 2017

Show Rep ______Booth # ______

Brand Name:______

Mailing Address: ______City: ______State: ______Zip: ______

Phone: ______Email Address: ______

Authorized By: ______Signed By: ______Date:______

(Please Print)

CC# ______Exp. Date: ______

COMPLETE FORM AND MAIL WITH PAYMENT TO:

The Radisson Hotel Manchester

at The Center of New Hampshire, 700 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 03101

OR FAX CREDIT CARD ORDERS TO: 603-206-4206

For questions pertaining to this order call: 603-206-4208

The Boston Shoe Travelers Association

Boston Shoe Travelers Association Rules and Regulations

  1. Each salesperson who exhibits and travels in New England must be a member in good standing of BSTA. Booths or rooms will not be assigned unless all dues and other charges are current.
  1. No Merchandise or equipment of any kind shall be permitted in the aisles or halls.
  1. Representatives or exhibitors shall not solicit buyers in the aisles or halls. BUTTON HOLING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.
  1. The person or company signing the exhibitor’s contract is responsible for any damage done to the property that the person or company is utilizing.
  1. Exhibitors are not permitted to take a buyer from one booth or room to another.
  1. All booths and rooms shall remain open and be maintained for the duration of all show hours listed. Violators are subject to a fine of $250. No Packing or Removal of Samples Before the Show Closes.
  1. Every sales person participating in a hotel room show must pay an exhibit fee.
  1. The BSTA reserves the right to remove any and all exhibitors from exhibiting at the Footwear Markets at any time before or during the exhibit for failure to conform to the above stated rules and regulations.
  1. There shall be no refunds granted after the exhibition booth or room has been assigned to the exhibitor.
  1. No alcoholic beverages or smoking is permitted.
  1. All exhibitors and assistants shall wear identification badges.
  1. Application for booth space cannot be accepted without full payment for the cost of exhibiting.