KEY STATS
2009 GIS Projections
Attendance 22,000
Exhibitors 900
Net square footage 280,000
Qualified buyers 10,500
2008 GIS
Attendance 25,737
Exhibitors 965
Net square footage 300,900
Qualified buyers 10,553
Distributor 913
2007 GIS
Attendance 23,099
Exhibitors 981
Net square footage 291,250
Qualified buyers 8,793
Distributor 913

 

 

 

 

 

It's Your Business, Your Industry — Make it Your Show in 2009!

Register today to participate in the industry's most exciting event.

The 2009 Golf Industry Show in New Orleans, Feb. 5-7, is your opportunity to conduct business face-to-face with an audience of more than 10,000 qualified buyers representing the entire management team, including golf course superintendents, owners/operators, general managers, COOs, architects and builders.

It's your business, your industry - make it your show in 2009. The Golf Industry Show is the most efficient way to network with existing and potential customers, shorten the sales cycle and save your company valuable time and resources. Don't delay - showcase your latest products and services to the largest gathering of qualified buyers under one roof. Sign up for the 2009 Golf Industry Show today!

The 2009 Exhibitor Prospectus mailed on Jan. 31 and is also available online.

Exhibiting at the Golf Industry Show is a valuable step to help your company achieve its sales and marketing goals, allowing you more opportunities to:

  • Identify new customers
  • Promote brand awareness
  • Generate sales leads
  • Strengthen relationships with current customers
  • Visit with others in the industry

If you missed the 2008 Golf Industry Show in Orlando:

The 2008 show floor layout featured five Solution Centers and something for every member of the golf course, facility and club management team.

 

2008 Solution Centers
Team Solutions
Clubhouse Solutions
Environmental Solutions
Golf Course Solutions
Range and Outdoor Facility Solutions

 

The Golf Industry Show attracts more than 10,000 qualified buyers in the golf course and facility management industry, including:
  • Golf Course Superintendents
  • Club Owners/Operators
  • Club Managers/General Managers
  • Golf Course Builders
  • Golf Course Architects
  • Assistant Golf Course Superintendents
  • Grounds Professionals
  • Turf Industry Representatives
  • Golf Course Distributors and Dealers

 

2009 EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS
Space contract (PDF)
Space assignment process
Priority points
Pre- and Post-Show labels
See the online floor plan
Insurance
General liability insurance is mandatory for all exhibitors, if you do not have proof of insurance you will need to purchase a policy by completing this application (PDF) or by visiting the John Buttine Inc. Insurance Web site.

Whatever your game, this is your show
Golf Course Solutions (PDF)
Clubhouse Solutions (PDF)
Range and Outdoor Facility Solutions (PDF)

TESTIMONIALS
"We have never had such a high prospect turnout in the history of our company at any other show. It actually and truly appears to be the best trade show we have ever participated in. We highly recommend that every company in the industry attend or exhibit."
-Arthur R. Hirsch
Premier Capitol Cigar Company 1492 Inc.
"The Golf Industry Show provided an environment for our management team to continue nurturing our professional and personal relationships by spending time on the trade show floor, in educational sessions and on the golf course. We look forward to more team building next year in Orlando."
-Mark Jordan, CGCS
Westfield Country Club
Westfield Center, OH
"I brought my entire management team to the Golf Industry Show. Since we are meeting with vendors together as a team, the buying process has become much more efficient for our club. The evolution of the Golf Industry Show is one of the most important developments in our industry."
-Michael G. Leemhuis, CCM, PGA Professional
Chief Operating Officer
Congressional Country Club
Home of the 2011 U.S. Open Championship
Bethesda, MD

DISPLAY GUIDELINES
Canopies
Drayage
Hanging signs
In -booth Demonstrations
Island booth
Linear booth
Peninsula booth
Perimeter wall booth
Split Island booth
Towers

FIRST TIME EXHIBITORS
A special section has been added to the Golf Industry Show Web site for our first-time exhibitors. You will find links to tips for a successful show experience, including ROI, frequently asked questions and top 10 tools for success. More...

 

 

 


The Golf Industry Show
presented in conjunction with
the GCSAA Education Conference, NGCOA Annual Conference and the World Conference on Club Management (CMAA)
© 2008 GCSAA, NGCOA and CMAA
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