ABC’s World of weddings Annual Conference

Exhibitor Expo Pricing

Are you looking to market your products and services to the top professionals in the wedding industry? If so and you’re a wedding services provider, or a honeymoon or destination wedding hotel property, then come join us at the 2025 World of Weddings Conference, to be held November 3 - November 5, 2024, at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel.

Wedding industry suppliers and romance travel destinations will have a great opportunity to market their services to our fabulous conference attendees. Exhibitor pricing includes conference meals: Tuesday and Wednesday breakfasts and lunches leaving you a great opportunity to network with attendees. Additional tickets can be purchased if you would like to attend the Opening Reception on Monday night or the Closing Ceremony on Wednesday evening.

The Exhibitor Expo will run on Monday, November 3, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday, November 5th from 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The open Exhibit space will include a skirted 6’ table and 2 chairs.

Hosting a booth at the World of Weddings Annual Conference to showcase a service or product to wedding professionals can offer vendors a wide range of benefits and opportunities. Here are several compelling reasons why vendors should consider this valuable investment:

• Exposure to a Targeted Audience: The World of Weddings Conference attracts a highly targeted audience of wedding professionals, including wedding planners, photographers, designers, caterers, and more. By exhibiting at the conference, vendors can reach a concentrated and relevant group of potential clients and collaborators.

• Networking Opportunities: The conference provides an exceptional platform for vendors to network with industry peers and decision-makers. Building relationships with wedding professionals can lead to valuable partnerships, referrals, and collaborations that can benefit the vendor's business in the long run.

• Brand Visibility: A booth at the conference enhances brand visibility and recognition within the wedding industry. Being a part of a prestigious event like this can help establish credibility and trust among attendees, leading to increased brand awareness and, ultimately, more business opportunities.

• Product or Service Showcase: Vendors can showcase their products or services in a hands-on, interactive manner. This allows attendees to experience the offerings firsthand, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of their value and uniqueness.

• Market Research: The conference provides an excellent opportunity for vendors to gather valuable market insights. They can interact with wedding professionals, gather feedback, and gain a better understanding of industry trends and demands, which can inform product/service development and marketing strategies.

• Sales and Lead Generation: Vendors can generate leads and make direct sales at the conference. Wedding professionals attending the event may be actively seeking products or services to enhance their offerings, making it an ideal setting for securing new clients or customers.

• Education and Professional Development: Many conference attendees are eager to learn about the latest trends, technologies, and innovations in the wedding industry. Vendors can position themselves as experts by providing educational content, demonstrations, or workshops related to their products or services.

• Competitive Advantage: Being present at a prestigious industry conference can give vendors a competitive edge. It demonstrates a commitment to staying current in the industry and a dedication to providing the best solutions to clients, potentially differentiating them from competitors.

• Feedback and Improvement: Engaging with attendees can yield valuable feedback that vendors can use to refine their offerings. Understanding the needs and preferences of wedding professionals can lead to product/service enhancements and increased customer satisfaction.

• Return on Investment (ROI): While hosting a booth at a conference requires an initial investment, the potential return on investment can be significant. Securing just a few high-value clients or customers can often justify the cost of participation.

The World of Weddings Annual Conference offers vendors a unique opportunity to connect with a targeted audience, gain exposure, build relationships, and grow their businesses within the wedding industry. It's a strategic move that can lead to increased brand recognition, sales, and long-term success.

• Exhibition Space: $1,500. Exhibit Space Reservation fee of $500 is due with registration, balances are due by August 31, 2025.

• Additional Person in Exhibition Space: $595 (from the same company): An additional person is not required to pay the full registration price . . . just $595 to help us cover their meal package.

• Lodging: We do ask that you book your stay through our room block at this link:

• Electric: TBD

• Evening Networking: All companies are welcome to attend the Monday night Reception or Wednesday Closing Ceremony please contact us to purchase tickets.

Can’t attend? Try this option:

• Booth In A Bag: $350 Reach our attendees by putting some information in the swag bags! Place some promo materials and a great marketing item for your business! For corporate members this option is at no charge!

• Sponsorshps: Get more visual recognition by sponsoring an event or speaker!

Conference Property On-site Lodging: All conference attendees and exhibitors are required to lodge at the The Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel. Our large, room commitment helps keep our overall costs, and keep our educational registration prices low. Room reservations are to be made through the ABC Website (www.ABCWeddingPlanners.com) or by calling the ABC Corporate office at 336-690-5510. A one-night room deposit is required at the time of registration.