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TABLETOP CONTEST
A well thought out tabletop design will inspire guests, enhance a theme and be a key component to the overall success of any event. Pull out all the stops and show us your BEST tabletop design at the 2012 Event Solutions Idea Factory. Your tabletop design will have several opportunities to win:
BEST OF SHOW
Conference attendees will view the designs and vote to determine which tabletop is the Best of Show. The winner will receive $1,000 cash, two complimentary registration certificates for the 2013 Event Solutions Idea Factory and a trophy.
DESIGN AWARDS sponsored by NACE
A panel of industry experts from the National Association of Catering Executives (NACE) will review and judge the tabletop designs in three categories:
Most Innovative (the unique use of materials)
Most Viable Concept (functional, practical design)
Most Creative (best implementation of a theme)
One winner in each category will receive $500 cash and one complimentary registration certificate for the 2013 Idea Factory.
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Visionary designer and event expert David Tutera will review each and every tabletop personally! He’ll review and comment on each tabletop, talk about what he likes in each design, then make his choice for the winner.
The exclusive Tutera’s Pick Award includes two complimentary registration certificates for the 2013 Idea Factory and a trophy.
Winners of the 2012 Tabletop Contest will be announced on Wednesday February 29 at the Closing Session of the 2012 Idea Factory. And all winners will be featured in upcoming issues of Catersource and Event Solutions magazines.
ENTER THIS CONTEST WHEN YOU REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE ONLINE
Once we receive your registration, you will be contacted with further entry details and instructions. This contest is limited to 48 entries, only one tabletop entry per company. There is a $50 entry fee for this contest and tabletop builders will have the opportunity to meet David Tutera as he reviews your design (2 builders per tabletop).
OFFICIAL CONTEST RULES
1) Each display must consist of a table with seating for eight, and fit within a 10’x15’ space with a 12’ height restriction.
2) A 72” round table and 8 chairs will be provided for your display from what the Las Vegas Convention Center has in stock. All other equipment and design elements including specialty chairs or tables, linens, floral and other design elements are the contestant’s responsibility. You must notify us in advance if you intend on providing your own chairs and/or table.
3) Standard 5amp/120v electricity will be provided if requested. Any other electrical requirements are available from Freeman Exhibitor Services, call 702.263.1404 and be sure to mention you are with the Catersource Tabletop Contest.
4) The space has concrete floors and no carpeting will be provided. You are allowed to provide your own floor covering or you can order carpeting from Freeman (702.263.1404).
5) You may use any materials you want but vendors who are not official Conference Sponsors may NOT be visually or verbally promoted at this contest without written permission of Catersource/Event Solutions. You will be disqualified should this rule be broken.
6) Caterers that have products for sale are not permitted to promote or name their products. If you would like to sponsor the contest and promote your product, please contact Dave Pruka for sponsorship opportunities and/or exhibiting information.
7) Actual food may not be used on the Tabletop displays to portray your menu items. Food items may be used as props only.
8) Wood voting boxes with your Tabletop name will be at your area for attendees to put their voting tabs into. Please be aware that these boxes need to be displayed somewhere in your display area.
9) All contestants must complete and return the Advanced Shipping Information Form by Monday, February 13, 2012 and materials must arrive in Las Vegas no later than Monday, February 20, 2012. Catersource and Event Solutions will cover all LVCC on-site drayage or material handling costs but will not cover shipping costs.
10) POV (Privately Owned Vehicle) If you plan to transport your equipment in your own vehicle, please contact Freeman for instructions (702.263.1404).
11) Attendees will be able to watch while you set-up your Tabletop display on Tuesday between 11:00am-6:00pm during the Tradeshow. The contest area will be stantioned, but will not be out of sight.
12) Tabletops will be judged in three categories during the Tradeshow on Wednesday:
Best of Show winners are selected by popular attendee vote. Conference attendees will vote for their favorite Tabletop during the Tradeshow on Wednesday 9:00am – 2:00pm. Attendees will each be issued one voting tab and then place the voting tab in the voting box of their choice. An independent panel will count the tabs to determine the winners.
Design Award winners will be selected by a panel of industry experts from the National Association of Catering Executives. A first place winner will be awarded in each of three design categories: Most Innovative (the unique use of materials); Most Creative (best implementation of a theme); and Most Viable Concept (functional, practical design).
Tutra’s Pick: Industry expert David Tutera will review all entries and chose his pick to receive the Tutera’s Pick Award.
13) All winners will be announced at the Conference Closing Session on Wednesday, February 29 at the Closing Session at Caesars Palace.
14) Tabletop contestants must have at least one person in full paid attendance at the 2012 Catersource Conference or the Event Solutions Idea Factory and only one contest entry per company or organization is allowed. Non-attendees may assist with the setup of the display.
15) Contestants agree to allow attendees to photograph and/or video their buffets. Catersource and Event Solutions are given permission to use photos and/or video of the displays in Catersource and/or Event Solutions magazines and/or marketing.
16) Catersource and Event Solutions may adjust these rules with notice to contestants. Please contact the Catersource office by phone (877.932.3632) or email with any questions.
17) The only way to enter the contest is through out online registration system. Chose the “Enter Tabletop Contest” option when you register online. Entry fee for the contest is $50.
18) Exhibitor are not eligible to enter the Tabletop Contest.
19) PRIZES: All winners will be featured in both Catersource and Event Solutions magazines. Prizes are as follows:
BEST OF SHOW
• $1,000 cash, 2 (two) 2013 Catersource or Event Solutions registration certificates and a trophy.
In case of a tie, prize money will be split between the winners.
DESIGN AWARDS
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$500 cash, two 2013 Catersource or Event Solutions registration certificates and a trophy for one winner in each category: Most Viable Concept, Most Creative, and Most Innovative
In case of a tie, prize money will be split between the winners.
TUTERA’S PICK
• Trophy and two 2013 Catersource or Event Solutions registration certificates and a plaque.
20) The Tabletop Contest is taking place on the Tradeshow floor at the Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, NV 89109. 702.892.0711.
Schedule is as follows:
Load-in:
Sunday 2/26 Noon - 8:00pm
Monday 2/27 9:00am - 6:00pm
Set-up:
Tuesday 2/28 9:00am - 6:00pm (attendees can view set up)
Wednesday 2/29 7:00am -9:00am
Tabletop Voting:
Wednesday 2/29 9:00am -2:00pm attendee vote
Wednesday 2/29 11:00am – Noon Tutera judging
Strike:
Wednesday 2/29 2:00pm - 10:00pm
Load-out:
Wednesday 2/29 6:00pm - 10:00pm
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