SDS2 SUMMIT

Exhibitor Resource kit

Join us in Louisville

SDS2 Summit

book your stay at the louisville marriott downtown

Join us for SDS2 Summit at the Louisville Marriott Downtown in Louisville, KY. Located in the heart of downtown Louisville, the hotel is near many local distilleries, 4th Street Live! Entertainment District, and downtown museums. Use the link below to book your rooms in the SDS2 Summit block to ensure the best rates!

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hotel reservations

The Louisville Marriott Downtown is the official hotel of SDS2 Summit. The room rate of $235 plus tax is available until Friday, August 23, or until rooms sell out.

The discounted rate is valid only for the nights of Monday, September 23 through Thursday, September 26. If you would like to extend your stay and reserve additional nights before or after the event, you will have to contact the hotel directly by calling 1-502-627-5045.

Cancellations may be made up to 11:59 pm 72 hours before arrival. 

 

transportation

Airport

The Marriott hotel is located near the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport. There is no shuttle service available directly to the hotel, but it is a short 15-minute drive for Uber//Lyft operators. 

Parking

Valet parking is available at the Marriott hotel for $45 daily. Alternatively, self-parking in the underground garage is $40 daily. 

 

Become an Exhibitor at SDS2 Summit

Become an exhibitor and join the growing list of companies gathering in Louisville, KY, for SDS2 Summit to showcase your newest technology and innovative products and services.

SDS2 Summit is offering exhibiting opportunities at the Exhibit Hall, open on Wednesday, September 25, and Thursday, September 26. Note: The conference will conclude after evening festivities on Thursday, September 26. All partners are welcome to stay for the evening festivities. This year’s conference will be held at the Louisville Marriott Downtown in Louisville, KY.

 

Reasons to Exhibit at SDS2 Summit  

  • Face-to-face meeting with top prospects
  • High-level networking opportunities 
  • Exposure to SDS2 attendees 
  • Chance for you to showcase new products and solutions 
  • Visibility to over 40,000 followers on social media

 

Exhibitor Booth Pricing  

The cost to exhibit at SDS2 Summit is $2,500.

 

Included with your booth 

  • 8x10 area, with 2 foot x 6 foot table and 2 chairs provided 
  • One complimentary attendee pass
  • Company logo featured on SDS2 Summit webpages

 

Additional Services 

Additional services like monitors, electrical, etc. must be purchased separately. AV services cannot be purchased prior to 90 days before the start of the event. Ordering instructions will be provided at that time. The hotel provides complimentary basic Wi-Fi suitable for web browsing/checking the internet. If you require a stronger Wi-Fi connection, this can be purchased. Any AV-related questions can be directed to Brian Hassett at . All services must be purchased by Tuesday, September 10.

 

Shipping Instructions 

Shipping materials will be accepted beginning Friday, September 20. If you plan to ship materials to the show, please complete and return the Guest Parcel Delivery form to our hotel event coordinator, Courtney Hernandez, at  to provide payment information for the shipping fees as well as for additional information regarding how to appropriately label your shipment. 

For return shipments, you will be responsible for packaging and labeling your shipments as well as scheduling a pick up with your preferred carrier. Once this is complete, return shipments can be taken to the front desk. Please note, there is not a FedEx or UPS on site. There is a FedEx behind the convention center, and a UPS in the Omni hotel if you need their services.

 

Staffing Regulations 

Each booth includes one registration for an employee of the company. If more than one person will be staffing the booth, additional registrations must be purchased. Sharing of registrations is prohibited. Violators may be asked to leave the show and may forfeit the right to exhibit at future shows. 

For all exhibit-related questions email Emma Quast at 

PRE-EVENT

  • Fri. Aug. 23, 2024 - Deadline for Sponsorship Purchase and Payment 
  • Tues. Sept. 10, 2024 - Deadline for ordering AV
  • Fri. Sept. 20, 2024 - Tues. Sept. 24, 2024 - Delivery to Show Site

 

EXHIBITOR MOVE-IN

  • Tues. Sept. 24, 2024 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM *Bring banners, pop-up displays or other branded materials for your booth. Reminder that electrical and AV are NOT provided (with the exception of complimentary basic Wi-Fi) and must be purchased before the event.
  • Wed. Sept. 25, 2024 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM 

*Event schedule is subject to change.

 

EXHIBITOR BOOTH HOURS

  • Wed. Sept. 25, 2024 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open
  • Wed. Sept. 25, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Lunch
  • Wed. Sept. 25, 2024 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Networking Break 
  • Wed. Sept. 25, 2023 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM - Partner Pavilion Welcome Reception 
     
  • Thur. Sept. 26, 2024 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM - Exhibit Hall Open
  • Thur. Sept. 26, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM - Coffee and Donuts & Morning Networking Break
  • Thur. Sept. 26, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Lunch 
  • Thur. Sept. 26, 2024 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Networking Break 
  • Thur. Sept. 26, 2024 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Exhibitor move-out
    *Tear down your booth, and prepare, package, and label all return shipments and take them to the front desk.
  • Thur. Sept. 26, 2024 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Customer Appreciation Dinner & Reception
    *This year's dinner and recpetion will be held off site.

* Exhibitors are invited to join attendees for all networking breaks, meals, and evening events. 

For all exhibit-related questions email . 

Please use the materials below to help promote your participation in this year's SDS2 Summit.

EVENT GUIDELINES 

  • The official URL is sds2.com/sds2-summit 
  • Event reference: SDS2 Summit 2024. Subsequent references: SDS2 Summit. Do not use Summit by itself, Users Group Conference, or older variations.

 

OFFICIAL SDS2 SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS

 

SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS 

  • The official hashtags for 2024 are #SDS2SUMMIT2024 and #SDS2SUMMIT. Use it in conjunction with #SDS2 to connect with users.
  • Use #SDS2SUMMIT in every post related to the SDS2 Summit
  • Include an image in every post for better engagement. Download the official SDS2 Summit image here.
  • We encourage you to download and use the image below in your promotional efforts on social media. 

 

SOCIAL MEDIA CAPTIONS 

Below are examples of posts you may use in your SDS2 Summit promotion. 

Attendees: 

  • Looking forward to attending #SDS2SUMMIT this September! Drop a comment below if you're going to be there! #SDS2 

 

Presenters:

  • I'll be presenting at #SDS2SUMMIT on [insert day] at [insert time]. Join my session to learn more about xyz! #SDS2 
  • I'll be presenting at #SDS2SUMMIT on [insert day] at [insert time]. You won't want to miss this session! #SDS2 

 

Sponsors:

  • We're a proud sponsor of #SDS2SUMMIT! See you in Louisville September 25-26! #SDS2 

 

Exhibitors:

  • If you're participating in #SDS2SUMMIT, stop by the xyz booth and receive a personalized demo! #SDS2 
  • Excited to exhibit at #SDS2SUMMIT in Louisville, Kentucky! #SDS2 
  • If you're attending #SDS2SUMMIT stop by the xyz booth to learn how our solutions can transform your business! #SDS2

 

For all exhibit-related questions email Emma Quast at .