Exhibitor/Sponsor/Ads FAQs and Gen'l Show Info
2027 Schedule at a Glance
Exhibitors
WHAT DO I RECEIVE AS PART OF MY BOOTH PURCHASE?- 10' X 10' space (comes with 8' ft of back drape and 3' side drapes and id sign). Does not include required flooring.
- 2 full conference passes per (1) 10 X 10 booth
- An online presence on AMI website where your logo and company name are listed along with a link to your website. Your company name and a link to your company profile will be accessed through the AMI Conference & Expo Exhibitor Listing web page.
- Your company name and booth number will be printed in the final program/show directory. The information for your printed listing is pulled from your booth contract.
HOW DO I ORDER CONTENTS AND CARPETING FOR MY BOOTH AND ORGANIZE THE SHIPMENT OF MY BOOTH TO AND FROM THE SHOW SITE?
Sheperd Exposition Services is the official show decorator. Below you will find access to their portal to view and order contents for your booth. Note you must have flooring in your booth, carpeting is available for purchase through Sheperd. If you are bringing your own flooring, it must be approved by show management.
Shepard Portal Link - Instructions to access portal
Again this year we will be offering a one-stop booth package that includes carpeting, waste basket, skirted table and two chairs for $618 if ordered online by January 7, 2027. Click Budget Booth package for an easy way to purchase your booth contents. Note early bird discounts for standard orders ends January 7, 2027.
Shipping labels and insructions can be accessed throught the Sheperd Portal to be used to ensure your shipments arrive at the proper location. Note the shipping dealines provided on the labels. These labels must be affixed to all items in your shipment.
WHAT ARE THE BOOTH MOVE-IN AND MOVE-OUT DATES AND TIMES?
- Move-in will be Monday, February 1, 2027 from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. All booths must be completely set up by 4:00 pm. This allows the show's service contractor to complete final touches of set-up and clean-up before the opening reception at 6:00 pm.
- Move-out will be Wednesday, February 3, 2027 from 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm. Move - out will not be permitted outside of these hours. Please make your travel arrangements accordingly.
I HAVE BEEN ASKED TO PROVIDE A CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE, WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?
The COI is mandatory and all exhibitors must provide one and can be obtained from your insurance provider. Note if you do not have insurance coverage, an exhibitor policy can be obtained online from a variety of sources. COIs should me mailed by your carrier or emailed to Ally Cuomo at acuomo@marinaassociation.org by November 15, 2026. It is critical that all the information be updated to reflect the Daytona Beach venue and the new show dates (February 1 - 3, 2027) and that your policy expiration date must be after February 3, 2027. 2027 COI sampleI HAVE BEEN ASKED TO PROVIDE CREDENTIAL INFORMATION (complimentary passes), WHAT DO I NEED TO PROVIDE AND WHEN?
As an exhibitor or sponsor, you will receive two (2) complimentary registrations for each (1) 10' X 10' booth. Please submit your Exhibitor Badge credentials (name and email) via email to Ally Cuomo at acuomo@marinaassociation.org by November 15, 2026. These passes gain you access to all conference events included under a normal registration, exhibit hall, educational sessions, keynotes and all social events excluding the CMM and CMO dinner. You may also purchase additional badges for your staff OR for your customers by going to the AMI Conference & Expo registration page. To purchase additional badges, either one-day exhibit hall passes or an additional full conference exhibitor badge, go to the AMI Conference & Expo registration page. (link to be updated when registration is open)
WHERE DO I GO TO BOOK A ROOM AT THE HOST HOTEL?
Book Your Hotel - Get AMI Conference & Expo discounted hotel rates at the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort, steps away from the ocean and convention center and event site. Must book by January 8, 2027 to receive discounted rates of $186/night.
HOW DO I ORDER AV, INTERENET AND ELECTRICITY FOR MY BOOTH?
Audio Visual needs - Encore Global - Use Discount Code AMI35
Electric and Internet - Ocean Center Daytona Beach PDF
I'D LIKE TO HELP PROMOTE THE CONFERENCE & EXPO, DO YOU HAVE TEMPLATE MATERIALS TO HELP ME DO SO?
We have created a marketing tool kit to help you promote the Conference & Expo by tagging AMI social media and AMI followers and materials you can use to encourage your clients to come and see you at this great event. Click here to access the kit. (kit will be available in September 2026)
Sponsors
I RECEIVE AN AD IN THE FINAL PROGRAM AS A SPONSOR. WHAT ARE THE GRAPHIC SPECS AND DEADLINES?
If you receive an ad in the final program as part of your sponsorship or have purchased an ad in the final program, preliminary brochure or Boating Industry Insert, please click here for graphics specifications. Email your ad to kflorio@marinaassociation by the deadline specified. Deadlines to ensure your ads are included in the marketing pieces you purchased are as follows:
- Preliminary Brochure: September 1, 2026
- Boating Industry Insert: September 1, 2026
- Conference & Expo Final Program: November 1, 2026
I AM A SPONSOR INCLUDING AN ITEM IN THE 800 ATTENDEE BAGS, WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?
If you have purchased a sponsorship at the 2027 AMI Conference & Expo you are able to include a marketing piece in each of the 800 attendee bags. To ensure inclusion in the attendee bags you must use the specified Show Office Shipping Label and ship sponsor materials to the show office at the advanced warehouse to be received no later than January 14, 2027. You MUST follow these specific shipping instructions unique to each carrier and the labels you complete for each carrier to ensure the shipments arrive at the AMI show management receiving location. Labels and shipping information will be available by September 2026.
Below are the show shipping labels to be used to ensure your shipments arrive at the proper location. Note the shipping dealines provided on the labels. These labels must be affixed to all items in your shipment.
- Shipping Label to ADVANCED WAREHOUSE - Label to be provided by September 2026. must be received between January 2 and January 26
- Sponsor Attendee Bag Items and Show Office Labels - Must follow these Shipping Instructions
Advertisers
I PURCHASED AN AD. WHAT ARE THE GRAPHIC SPECS AND DEADLINES?
If you have purchased an ad in the final program, preliminary brochure or Boating Industry insert, please click here for graphics specifications. Deadlines to ensure inclusion in the ads you bought are as follows:
- Preliminary Brochure: September 1, 2026
- Boating Industry Insert: September 1, 2026
- Conference & Expo Final Program: November 1, 2026
