Event Solutions Idea Factory 2006 Exhibitor Preview
What’s all the excitement about? The 10th anniversary of the Event Solutions Idea Factory, that’s what!
Never satisfied with the same old thing at The Idea Factory, we’re throwing our attendees a curve this year — literally! More than 120 of the most innovative events suppliers in the country will encircle the center stage, where featured speakers will captivate the audience between show floor sessions.
The floor design, as you can see, is the very epitome of what The Idea Factory is all about: fresh ideas in motion. And Idea Factory exhibitors will embrace that message, providing products and services that will help you transform the seed of an idea into the blossoming of a spectacular event.
The trade show floor is open from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Aug. 21, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Aug. 22, and from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Aug. 23. As is the custom at The Idea Factory, the exhibit hall hours are not scheduled while other events are ongoing.
Featured speakers Michael Cerbelli, Jean McFaddin and David Tutera will precede each expo floor opening on the center stage, leaving the audience energized and ready to explore new event ideas. Guests will disperse from there, discovering fresh innovations around every curve.
For more show info, and to discover what’s being planned for 2007, visit www.event-solutions.com.
A-1 Tablecloth Co.
Platinum Sponsor
Rent or buy direct from the manufacturer. Tablecloths, chair covers, skirts, drapes, napkins, runners and more. Over 30 exciting fabrics in more than 55 colors. Choose from the largest inventory in the nation. Next-day delivery available. From basic polyester to the hot iridescent crush, we make it happen…for less! Booth 925. Visit www.a1tablecloth.com.
AAA Flag & Banner Mfg.
A manufacturer of custom graphics, banners, signs, flags, murals, vehicle graphics, floor graphics and many more uses, both indoor and out. Large-format screen printing and digital graphics are our specialty. We install what we produce, including city pole banners, trade shows and special events. Booth 906. Visit www.aaaflag.com.
Active Production and Design Inc.
Platinum Sponsor
We’ve added the Prina Water Wall to our extensive inventory. The Water Wall is a 7-foot wonder of a video and lighting projection screen. This screen can be separated into three smaller walls or can be used to together to form a 7-foot by 20-foot water wall. Booth 236. Visit www.activeproductionanddesign.com.
Air Dimensional Design Inc.
AirDD presents the Lilia. This stunning 10-foot by 10-foot inflatable looks great by day and mesmerizing by night with internal or external lighting. Like all Hi-Lights, the Lilia is made of light fabric and has a fan within. This makes for easy setup and inexpensive shipping. Buy or rent for only $280/day. Booth 342. Visit www.airdd.com for more information.
Airstar America Inc.
Airstar America offers unique air- and helium-filled lighting balloons. These illuminate a glare-free, 360-degree area, giving your event a lovely, ambient illumination. Available for rental and purchase, indoors or outdoors, they can be set in less than 30 minutes. Distinctive décor items are also available. Booth 214. Visit www.airstar-light.us.
All Points Amusement
We’re nationwide game rental experts providing quality state-of-the art video and classic games for parties, corporate events, conventions, etc. Exclusive to All Points is our 53-foot Mobile Arcade with over 30 games available, completely self-contained with its own power source and full awning to protect from the elements. Booth 1027. Visit www.allpointsamusement.com.
Alpine Events LLC
Alpine Events is a full-service event planning company specializing in theme parties, team building, professional speakers, entertainment, planning meetings and special events. From conception to implementation, Alpine Events has the expertise to successfully plan and manage all your special events, meetings and conventions. Booth 239. Visit www.alpine-events.com.
American Lighting Inc.
We’re a specialty lighting wholesaler located in Denver, carrying the bread and butter lighting products for the special events industry. We have miles of rope light, incandescent and LED, carnival light stringers and mini lights in LED and incandescent. Booth 1032. Visit www.americanlighting.com.
Aritex Lighting & Sales
Aritex introduce the “OptiPar,” the most complete and versatile light fixture for the tenting and special event industry. A cast housing makes this a durable light able to withstand the rigors of moving from one event to another, and the 575 long-life bulb provides plenty of output. Booth 905. Visit www.aritexsales.com.
Amusement Masters
Please see company description under Pavilion 7. Visit www.amusementmasters.com.
ASI Production Services Inc.
Platinum Sponsor
ASI will showcase stunning fiber-optic star draperies and plush velour. ASI is proud of its reputation as a leader in quality velour and theatrical soft goods, fiber-optic star drapes, staging risers, elevated seating and mobile staging. Stop by for a brochure or CD overflowing with rental and sales information. Booth 645. Visit www.asiprod.com.
Atlanta Sound and Lighting
Please see company description under Pavilion 7. Visit www.atlantasoundandlight.com.
BBJ Linen
BBJ Linen is a premier specialty linen rental company with offices/showrooms in 15 U.S. cities. Boasting over 23 years of helping clients create spectacular events, BBJ offers tablecloths, chair covers, skirting and other specialty linen through its extensive rental line and offers custom creations by request. Booth 237. Visit www.bbjlinen.com.
Bill Whidden Designs
The leading special event décor company specializing in crystal-clear flex chairs and wireless LED lighting, Bill Whidden Designs offers a wide range of functional and innovative products with a national service area. Products are available for purchase or rental. Booth 242. Visit www.billwhiddendesigns.com.
Butler Rents
Please see company description under Pavilion 9. Visit www.butlerrents.com.
Canvas Nursery Inc.
Canvas Nursery supplies event professionals with beautiful and durable artificial palm trees and tropical plants. We have a selection of more than 30 style choices in limitless colors. Tabletop décor, as well as palm trees from 5 feet to 18 feet are in stock. Booth 230. Visit www.thecanvasnursery.com.
CCP Events
Please see company description under Pavilion 7. Visit www.ccpevents.com.
Celebrity Enterprises Inc.
Welcome to Celebrity Enterprises: Designer Corporate Entertainment, home of The Pink Flamingos, Artrageous Concert Experience, Art Explosion, Cameleon and more. Booth 1019. For more information, call (800) 700-3898 or visit www.ent123.com.
Chattanooga Tent Co.
Please see company description under Pavilion 8. Visit www.chattanoogatent.com.
Cloth Connection
Our website is one of the event industry professional’s greatest tools. Featuring size information, coordinating accessories, swatch orders and design concepts, it is helpful in the planning process. Cloth Connection’s ever-growing inventory is updated on the site weekly. New fabrics and designs are arriving daily, and the website is the best way to keep up on all the new trends and inventory. Booth 400. Visit www.clothconnection.com.
Coe & Dru Inc.
Which events can be more special than the wedding? What dream can be more memorable than being Cinderella? Our Cinderella coaches make great centerpieces for the table of any wedding. You can put a plastic liner inside for flower arrangements, and a matching Cinderella shoe also is available as a wedding favor. Booth 238. Visit www.coedru.com.
Colorado Festivals & Events Association
The Colorado Festivals & Events Association will be producing a Rocky Mountain festival-style Welcome Party for Idea Factory attendees on Sunday night, August 20th. Dress cool and casual and be ready for a Colorado welcome that will surprise, entertain and quench your thirst! Booth 1001. Visit www.coloradofestival.com for more info.
Colorado River Designs
Let the industry’s best help you increase your ROI with products people will remember! Our people don’t just slap a design or logo on a product, we find out what you are expecting to accomplish with these items and then help design the appropriate products that will help meet your needs. Uniforms, table covers, T-shirts, mugs, flags, custom design and great ideas. Booth 107. Visit www.coloradoriverdesigns.com.
Composite Mat Solutions
Please see company description under Pavilion 4. Visit www.compositemat.com.
CORT Event Furnishings
We’re a nationwide provider of rental furniture for the event industry, offering contemporary furniture solutions for all of your events and meetings. Our extensive selection, flexible design options, and one-on-one service will inspire your imagination, spark your creativity and bring your vision to life. Booth 218. Visit www.corteventfurnishings.com.
Crystal Rose
The Crystal Rose is the largest and fastest-growing casino company in America. The reason? Our casino equipment and dealers are the best. Your event can be held at one of our four unique facilities, or we will go to any facility in the Rocky Mountain region. Booth 239. Visit www.crystalrosecasino.com.
Dance Heads Inc.
Entertain your guests with Dance Heads! By using Chroma Key Technology, we put event guests’ heads onto professional dancers’ bodies and incorporate fully animated backgrounds into the music video as the guests lip sync to the song being played. Once finished, each guest who performs receives a DVD copy to take home. Booth 1024. Visit www.danceheads.com.
Décor ‘N More Inc.
Please see company description under Pavilion 9. Visit www.decornmoreinc.com.
Decorative Novelty Inc.
A display company that specializes in event props and themes of all kinds. We carry oversized glasses, acrylic diamonds and ice chips, custom metallic fringe curtains and table skirts, along with endless theme items. The Swirl Chandelier comes in many colors, and other chandelier styles and matching crystal curtains are available. Booth 105. Visit www.decorativenovelty.com.
Drake Corp.
Please see company description under Pavilion 2. Visit www.drakecorp.com.
Dream World Backdrops
Digital skinny dipping: Want your logo to scuba dive with tropical fish? Our new digital design lets you blend company themes into your events. Pack powerful impressions into a few hours with logos and images. Dream World Backdrops: 1,500 themes, sewn backdrops suspended to 20 feet by 40. Booth 805. Call 1 (800) 737-9869 or visit www.dreamworldbackdrops.com.
EastCoast Entertainment
Please see company description under Pavilion 7. Visit www.rightonband.com.
Exhibitor Solutions
Tailor-made trade show exhibit solutions: custom, modular, portable, rentals. We offer exhibit management programs, including show service coordination, installation, dismantle, shipping and storage. We will be featuring the contemporary look of fabric tension displays. Booth 1033. Visit www.exhibitorrelief.com.
Event Rentals Unlimited Inc.
Please see company description under Pavilion 8. Visit www.erultd.com.
Fortune Products Inc.
We’re introducing two unique and fantastic products at The Idea Factory: lighted ice buckets in two sizes and a lighted serving tray. These products change color automatically, or you can set them on individual colors. As usual, imaginative decorators will find many uses for these innovative products. Booth 336. Visit www.fortuneproducts.com.
GBS Linens
Our satins in bright, bold and warm hues continue to be our top sellers this season. For fall, we’ve added a variety of overlays in beaded and tasseled organzas and washable silks. New lamours will be introduced in rich, warm colors…a complement to the new jacquards in gold and cranberry. We now offer table drapes for your 60-inch square tables in poly and satins for rental or sale. Booth 909. Visit www.gbslinens.com.
Granite Industries
Signature Stage from Granite Industries is simply better by design. The stage system has a unique telescopic leg design that allows for maximum stage height adjustment. Plywood decks can be removed from the top to allow access to the storage area. The decks can also be offset for poles, runways, trees, aisles, etc. A new, simplified panel guard rail system makes setup fast with fewer parts. Signature Stage is compatible with other 4-foot by 4-foot systems, and an access ramp and stair system are also available. Booth 501. Visit www.graniteind.com.
Grosh Scenic Rentals
For over 70 years, Grosh has been assisting event planners by supplying an extensive selection of themed backdrops and grand draperies at the most competitive pricing in the industry. Our dedicated scenic artists have created over 5,000 unique items for our rental inventory. Booth 303. Visit www.grosh.com.
IntelEvent
Our Express software can effectively track and manage your event resources while increasing your company’s profitability and growth. With Express, you will have one system that will integrate your business’s critical functions for real-time inventory control, professional-quality job quotes, customer tracking, billing, forecasting, maintenance records and evaluating business operations. Booth 839. Visit www.intelevent.com.
International Event Products Inc.
Platinum Sponsor
In keeping with the trend toward different shapes that excite the eye, IEP introduces glass plates in four beautiful colors to match our round glass dishes. Available in Charger (12.5 inches) and Salad (8.25 inches) squares in amber, plum, green and cobalt, these dishes are sure to be a hit with your customers. Booth 701. Visit www.internationaleventproducts.com.
Jomar
Jomar is a manufacturer and sub-renter of over l40 fabrics and colors and the innovator of the new Couvert Clip that gathers, swags and decorates. Booth 1007. Visit www.jomaronline.com.
JP Productions
Welcome to the Corporate Comedy Connection, the first company dedicated solely to corporate America’s entertainment needs. Our theory: “Why gamble? Use proven quality acts.” We have gone to great lengths to bring you the absolute finest quality corporate comedians in the world today. Booth 308. Visit www.corporatecomedians.com.
Karl’s Event Rental
In February 2006, Karl’s was contracted to provide 63,000 square feet of tenting, including 37 structures, for New York Fashion Week. Karl’s manufactured custom materials and had 32 crewmembers working around the clock for a week to ensure on-time and accurate installation. Stop by to learn what we can do for your event! Booth 209. Visit www.karls.com.
KD Kanopy Inc.
Canopies, banners and tension tents have been manufactured and printed at KD Kanopy since 1984. During our 21 years in business, we have pioneered the industry with the first Pop-Up Canopy and designs like our StarShade and StarTwin canopies; we also specialize in the large-format digital printing of graphics on fabric. Booth 915. Visit www.kdkanopy.com.
Kirby Rental Service
Please see company description under Pavilion 12. Visit www.kirbytent.com.
LEDécor LLC
LEDécor manufactures award-winning, battery-operated, remote-controlled, color-changing LED light fixtures and illuminated décor. LEDécor products are designed for quick and easy setup without wires and electricity. Synchronize and control venue lights with one remote. We offer a complete line of wireless illuminated bars, trays, tables, arches and columns. Booth 243. Visit www.ledecor.com.
LINK Event Network
Please see company description under Pavilion 5. Visit www.linkeventnetwork.com.
Lodge Industries Inc.
Customize these elegant 20-foot gentle giants using your clients’ trade branding needs or decorate simply with the array of solid colors offered. Feather Banners can be produced with digital acid-dye printing. The advent of this new service enables us to reproduce your artwork in full color at 300 dpi resolution. Booth 201. Visit www.weddingfeatherbanners.com.
M Group Scenic
MGS is an international, full-service event design and production company specializing in set design and fabrication, event architecture, production design and entertainment for corporate events, sports hospitality, charity events and trade shows. MGS is proud to introduce a revolutionary scenic application for theatrical staging. Stop by and check it out! Booth 207. Visit www.mgroupscenic.com.
Micki’s
Micki’s, a fine linen rental company and linen supplier in Toronto for more than a decade, offers an elegant satin line of chair wraps, tablecloths and napkins at incredible pricing that could enable you to return your investment after only two rentals! Micki’s satin not only is of high quality, but its ease of care allows minimum maintenance without loss of luster and color after numerous rentals. Booth 300. Visit www.mickis.ca.
Multimedia Audio Visual
Please see company description under Pavilion 9. Visit www.multimedia-av.com.
MY M&M’S
Arena Sponsor
MY M&M’S allows event and meeting planners to make a big m-pression on their clients by personalizing M&M’S candies. The collection offers M&M’S in 21 vibrant colors. Seventeen colors are available for custom-printed messages and branding. Booth 921. MY M&M’S are available at www.mymms.com/event2 and by calling 1 (888) 696-6788.
National Event Services
We’re committed to providing quality products and services to each and every customer. Whether you use one of our products or all four, or you are planning an event for 100 people or 100,000, our employees are dedicated to serving you. Booth 113. Call us today at 1 (800) 352-5675 or go to www.rentnational.com.
OPEN from American Express
Principal Sponsor
OPEN is how American Express serves small business. It can give your event planning business added spending power, financing, savings and rewards. With a range of financial products, the OPEN team of dedicated small business professionals can help your event company manage spending, maintain cash flow and control costs. Booth 600.
Operation Altitude
Please see company description under Pavilion 9. Visit www.opalt.com.
Orion Software Inc.
Orion Software presents Sirius, a Windows-based, best-of-breed rental software. Sirius manages all your operations, from quotations to reservations, contracts to invoicing. Thanks to our extended features, you can now control your operations and improve your customer services. Our remote implementation system allows for easy implementation and tremendous savings, and no travel fees! Booth 1009. Visit www.orion-soft.com.
Over the Top Party Linens Inc.
Over the Top Party Linens has expanded its inventory quite a bit! We now carry an extensive line of upscale linens, referred to as our Boutique Collection. The effect these items will have on your events is truly amazing…you might even say they will send your event over the top! Booth 445. Visit www.overthetopinc.com.
Panache, An Event Rental Co.
Looking for the “look,” the “feeling,” or something really special??? We can help. Stop by our booth at The Idea Factory. Booth 917. Call 1 (800) 30-PARTY or e-mail sales@linenswithpanache.com.
Party Hats Entertainment
Take your event to new heights with Party Hats Entertainment (www.partyhats.org) and www.pimpyourtux.com. A Spotlight Award winner for Rising Star (2003), this award-winning party activity lets your guests decorate amazing party hat creations to match their outfits in a fashionable style. The men can also check out a wild decorated tuxedo jacket for the evening at our extreme coat check. Booth 1014
Photo-Tech
Please see company description under Pavilion 3. Visit www.photo-tech.com.
Plan It Source
We bring together vendors from hundreds of disciplines from venues to catering services to event production so you can find, learn about and start contacting vendors for your next event, conference or exhibition. Our members are located throughout North America and Europe. Searching on Plan It Source is free of charge. Booth 121. Visit www.planitsource.com.
Planning the Globe
Arena Sponsor
Inspiring, exciting, creative, challenging and thought-provoking: Just some of the opinions that have been expressed for the Ideas at Work Arena being produced by David Felix of Planning the Globe. The arena will be transformed before your very eyes into an overlapping and intertwining kaleidoscope — how cool is that? Booth 1020. For more information, visit www.planningtheglobe.com.
RegOnline
Instantly create an online registration form with automated confirmation and reminder e-mails and real-time credit card processing. Then access your data real-time via RegOnline’s 12 standard reports — or by simply creating your own custom report. Visit us at www.regonline.com and make your life easier! Booth 1000.
SceneMakers
A premier event design, planning and production firm specializing in creating unique events for corporate clients throughout the country, SceneMakers produces award-winning events with custom props, staging, entertainment and décor. Our designers take their job of making you look fabulous seriously. Booth 345. Visit www.scenemakers.com.
Sculptware
Platinum Sponsor
Please see company description under Pavilion 1. Visit www.sculptwareonline.com.
Signature Systems
UltraDeck — the premier heavy-duty tent and special event flooring system — is ideal for special events where a rugged, firm, flat and comfortable floor is required. Place UltraDeck on plywood stringers and create a perfectly level floor over soft or uneven terrain. UltraDeck can support up to 10 tons per square foot. Booth 933. Visit www.signaturefencing.com.
Skyline Talent & Events
Please see company description under Pavilion 9. Visit www.skylineusa.com.
Tabletoppers Inc.
Please see company description under Pavilion 7. Visit www.tabletoppersinc.com.
Tenors & Divas Incognito
Tenors & Divas involves three dynamic, young, professionally trained performers who pose “in disguise” at events before revealing their vocal talents to an unsuspecting audience. Melding the timeless elegance of opera with fun and interactive popular medleys makes this act an unbeatable combination. Booth 837. Visit www.tenorsincognito.com.
Tents Unlimited Inc.
Please see company description under Pavilion 8. Visit www.tentsunlimited.com.
The Three Waiters
Sophisticated, spontaneous and loads of fun, the Three Waiters involves three talented singers posing as waiters at an event before unleashing a dynamic show in the style of The Three Tenors. This award-winning show of thrilling voices and sophisticated humor continues to surprise and captivate unsuspecting guests all over the world. Booth 224. Visit www.thethreewaiters.com.
Tropical Sun Imports
Among our many products, we offer an inflatable beverage cooler in the form of a 6-foot palm tree. This product will hold 60 12-ounce cans and also serves as a central decoration for a luau or tropical theme party. Booth 208. Visit www.tropsun.com.
True Value Rental Party Central
Please see company description under Pavilion 6. Visit www.truevaluecompany.com
Tzaddi! LLC
Please see company description under Pavilion 9. Visit www.tzaddishop.com.
Vivien Virtual Event Designer
Vivien Virtual provides a software solution for planners and designers. Leave your competition behind by bringing your ideas to reality with 2-D floor plans, 3-D virtual views and photorealistic images. Visit us to learn how you can become more productive, more professional and more profitable. Booth 936. Visit www.cast-soft.com.
Wet Dog Events
Doing business as Splash Rentals and Coyote Productions, Wet Dog Events offers interactive games, virtual reality, sports bar and arcade games, novelty digital photography, make-your-own music DVDs, mobile CD recording studios and novelty arts. Booth 245. For more information, visit www.wetdogevents.com.
Wizard Connection
Please see company description under Pavilion 12. Visit www.wizardconection.com.
World of Magic
Entertainment producer extraordinaire, David Thomas, creator of The World of Magic, is currently debuting his exclusive self-contained event productions. The remarkable concept-themed productions are collectively titled “Shows in a Box,” and promise to be the new direction in corporate-friendly entertainment for event producers and entertainment resellers. Booth 338. Visit www.showsinabox.com.
Wright Group Event Services
WGES is a turnkey event services company specializing in rentals, coordinating, production, event management and nationwide delivery. We will be showcasing our new ProMobile stage, a two-story hydraulic stage and mobile marketing structure with endless potential for promotions and branding. We’ll also highlight our unique double-decker tent, mega-truss tent structures. Booth 302. Visit www.thewrightgroupnow.com.