2020 AFCA CONVENTION EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

January 12-14, 2020, at the gaylord opryland resort & Convention Center in nashville, tennessee

The American Football Coaches Association’s Annual Convention will return in 2020 to the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center for the 2020 AFCA Annual Convention. Historically, the AFCA Annual Convention has welcomed between 6,000 and 7,000 football coaches each year to its Exhibitor Trade Show and integrated Skills & Drills Field. If you're interested in showcasing your products or services, there is no better place than the Exhibit Hall at the 2020 AFCA Annual Convention, January 12-14, in Nashville, Tennessee.

The Exhibitor Booth Selection Process utilizes the AFCA’s Wave System, which allows exhibitors to earn priority placement in the AFCA Convention Exhibitor Booth Selection Process. Exhibit space assignments will be made on the basis of your choice, as nearly as possible, on the date that the application and full payment is received, support of the AFCA and its programs, and/or the nature of your exhibit. Find out your position in the booth selection process below.

Wave 1 - AFCA Corporate Partners - Booth Selection Begins June 6, 2019
Wave 2 - AFCA Anchor Booths (20x40 or larger) - Booth Selection Begins June 13, 2019
Wave 3 - AFCA Marketing Partners - Booth Selection Begins June 20, 2019
Wave 4 - Remaining AFCA Convention Exhibitors - Booth Selection Begins July 11, 2019

See What Our Exhibitors Have To Say About Exhibiting At The AFCA Convention!

HOW TO PURCHASE EXHIBITOR BOOTH SPACE

Please follow the directions below to secure booth space for your organization.

• Download the EXHIBITOR BOOTH PACKAGE, and read all documents to understand booth pricing, general exhibitor information, terms and conditions.

• Print and return Completed EXHIBITOR BOOTH CONTRACT (Page 1 of Exhibitor Booth Package) with payment to AFCA using one of the following:

  • By Email: exhibitsmanager@afcaexhibits.com

  • By Fax: (254) 754-7373

  • By Mail: American Football Coaches Association
    100 Legends Lane, Waco, TX 76706
    ATTN: Sara Schindler

• Exhibit space assignments will be made on the basis of your choice, as nearly as possible, on the date that the application and full payment is received, support of the AFCA and its programs, and/or the nature of your exhibit. Select three options for your booth space from the map below.

• Exhibitor is provided receipt and confirmation of booth space after cleared payment.

• Exhibitor must contact AFCA Annual Convention show decorator (FREEMAN) to order any additional booth components, contractor services, etc.

• Exhibitor must contact official housing provider (MCI) to secure hotel rooms.

10X10 STANDARD – $1,900

10X10 STANDARD-PLUS – $2,350

20X20 STANDALONE – $9,400

20X30 STANDALONE – $11,425

30X30 AREA – $14,100

30X40 SPECIAL LARGE BAY – $17,695

30X50 SPECIAL AREA – $21,450

30X60 SPECIAL PLAZA – $25,295

*** All booth sizes measured in feet. ***

Amplify Your Message With AFCA Media Marketing Opportunities

AFCA Annual Convention Exhibitors receive impressive discounts on display advertising within the Official 2020 AFCA Convention Guide and the AFCA Insider Digital Platform. The Convention Guide is handed to every attendee during registration and is mailed to the entire membership of the AFCA. AFCA Insider reaches 18,000+ football coaches across the U.S. Our social media reach now tops 120,000 followers.

Boost Your Presence With An AFCA Convention Sponsorship

AFCA Exhibitors can magnify their presence at the AFCA Annual Convention in Nashville with an AFCA Convention Sponsorship. With multiple sponsorship types available, we can expand your presence in front of many thousands of football coaches. From the narrowest, targeted social media outreach to speaking opportunities in front of the AFCA Convention General Session, we’ve got you covered.

Contact official housing provider: MCI

We strongly encourage you to make your housing reservations as soon as possible. Housing closes in early December.

Need help? Call toll-free US/Canada (877) 557-5338, International (972) 349-5863, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 6:30 pm CST or email afca@mcievents.com.

show decorator information: The Freeman Company

Do you require additional equipment, booth supplies/furniture or special setup? AFCA Trade Show decorator Freeman can help you with any of those needs and more.

Freeman will contact you by email to help you with anything you might need after exhibitor booth has been confirmed by AFCA. If you'd like to reach out to Freeman directly, please contact Exhibitor Services at (210) 554-2021 or visit FreemanCo.com.