Welcome to the show information page!
Thank you for exhibiting with us. At Forever and Company, we are dedicated to producing quality wedding shows and making your experience successful and rewarding.
Please take time to read our Triangle Wedding Show information below. Having complete and accurate details, ensures that the show will run smoothly and efficiently for everyone.
XOXO, Mark, Emily, Heath, Shelby & Chrissy
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Triangle Winter Wedding Show Vendor Information - February 11, 2024
SHOW LOCATION
FIRST THINGS FIRST
- Request to join our Facebook Forever and Company Wedding Pros Group to stay connected with all things Wedding Shows!
- Post/Share on your social media platforms that you’ll be at the show.
VENDOR TIPS
- Vendor Tips
- Wedding show supply list
- Historic attendance for planning your supply/budget needs
- engaged couples // average 350
- total attendance // 1000
- exhibiting businesses // 100+
DATES AND DEADLINES | WEDDING SHOW CALENDAR
- Friday, January 12, 2024| Final Payment Deadline
- Log into your Vendor Portal to make this payment if you are not already set up on a payment plan.
- Friday, January 26, 2024 |
- Booth Preferences Deadline
- Company Data
- Electricity / Wireless Internet
- Tables / Linens
- Booth Location
- Name Badges
- Story Profile Deadline
- Booth Preferences Deadline
- Saturday, February 10, 2024 | Vendor Move-In
- Enter from the rear of the Expo Center
- Saturday from 9a – 6p
- Sunday, February 11, 2024 | Winter Show Hours
- Move-In from 8am – 10am
- Sunday from 11a – 3p | doors open at 8a for Vendors
BOGO CODE
- Share this BOGO code FCOWIN24 with your clients and on social media
- General admission tickets, bundles and ticket packs are available online
MOVE-IN PROCEDURE
- All vendors must adhere to the move in times/schedule
- Pull your vehicle inside the building
- Check in is required at the time of move in
- Staff/carts will be available for unloading your vehicle
MOVE-OUT PROCEDURE
- DO NOT break down prior to 3pm. Early break down jeopardized F&Co insurance and poses a danger to the public. It makes us vulnerable to false advertising accusations. It is considered unprofessional and reflects poorly on your business.
- At 3pm, you are permitted to pack up your booth
- Once organized, you may drive your vehicle into the building for loading.
- Look for a staff member with a cart or begin to load out on your own
- Your booth must be completely packed up and all items MUST be removed from the premises Sunday night, February 11th. NOTHING can be left at the NC State Fairgrounds.
HOW TO REACH OUR TEAM
- Emergency contact during show hours
- Mark | Owner | 919-449-7676
- Emily | President | 919-455-4533
- Show hours for staff
- Beginning Thursday, February 8th @ 9am on location
- Team Members
- Mark Bentley | Owner
- Emily Hayes | President
- Heath Placek | Wedding Vendor Specialist
- Shelby Pilger | Social Media Director
- Chrissy McCarrin |
- Becca Kontos | Social Media Intern
Show Sponsors
Contributors
- A Special Event
- Absolute AV
- Simpsound Productions
- Triangle DJ Association
Media Partners
- IHeart Media: G105 | B93
- Capitol Broadcasting: WRAL FM
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Summer Wedding Show Vendor Information - August 11, 2024
SHOW LOCATION
SHOW MAP
FIRST THINGS FIRST
- Request to join our Facebook Forever and Company Wedding Pros Group to stay connected with all things Wedding Shows!
- Post/Share on your social media platforms that you’ll be at the show
VENDOR TIPS
- Vendor Tips
- Wedding show supply list
- Historic attendance for planning your supply/budget needs (pandemic may skew results)
- engaged couples // average 350
- total attendance // average 900
- exhibiting businesses // average 100
DATES AND DEADLINES
- Thursday, July 13, 2023| Tips for Successful Exhibiting Workshop
- Zoom Meeting
- 6 pm – 8 pm
- RSVP
- Friday, July 14, 2023| Final Payment Due
- Log into your Vendor Portal to make this payment if you are not already set up on a payment plan.
- Friday, July 28, 2023| Booth Preferences Deadline
- Company Data
- Electricity / Wireless Internet
- Tables / Linens
- Booth Location
- Name Badges
- Friday/Saturday, August 11 & 12 | Vendor Move-In
- Enter from the rear of the Jim Graham Building (facing Hillsborough St)
- Friday from 3p – 8p
- Preferred move in for box trucks and cargo trailers is on Friday, August 11th from 3p – 8p
- Preferred move in for any vehicle that will be on display at the show
- Saturday from 10a – 8p
- Sunday, August 13, 2023 | Summer Show Hours
- Sunday from 11a – 4p | doors open at 8a for Vendors
BOGO CODE
- Share BOGO code SUMFCBOGO with your clients and on social media
- General admission tickets, bundles and ticket packs are available online
MOVE-IN PROCEDURE
- All vendors must adhere to the move in times/schedule
- Pull your vehicle inside the building
- Check in is required at the time of move in
- Staff/carts will be available for unloading your vehicle
MOVE-OUT PROCEDURE
- DO NOT break down prior to the end of the show at 4pm. Early break down jeopardized F&Co insurance and poses a danger to the public. It makes us vulnerable to false advertising accusations. It is considered unprofessional and reflects poorly on your business.
- At 4pm, you are permitted to pack up your booth
- Once organized, you may drive your vehicle into the building for loading.
- Look for a staff member with a cart or begin to load out on your own
- Your booth must be completely packed up and all items MUST be removed from the premises Sunday Night, August 13th. NOTHING can be left at the NC State Fairgrounds.
FASHION SHOW
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- Sunday, August 14
- 12:30p | First Fashion Show
- 2:30p | Second Fashion Show
- Hair + Make-up begins at 9am each day
- Sunday, August 14
HOW TO REACH OUR TEAM
- Emergency contact during show hours
- Dominick | Show Manager | 919-696-4102
- Emily | Business Manager | 919-455-4533
- Show hours for staff
- Beginning Wednesday, August 9th @ 9am on location
- Regular office hours
- M-F 9am – 5pm | 919-873-1700 | Forever Company Office
- Team Members
- Laura DiGirolamo | Creative Director
- Dominick DiGirolamo | Show Manager
- Emily Hayes | Business Manager
- Kelly Heath | Sales Representative
- Office Closed
- Monday, August 14th & Tuesday, August 15th
Show Sponsors
- BrideGenie
- CE Rentals
- Men’s Wearhouse
Contributors
- A Special Event
- Absolute AV
- Simpsound Productions
- Triangle DJ Association
