Exhibitor Resources

Food Automation & Manufacturing Symposium and Expo
Hilton Tampa Downtown | Bayshore Ballroom
Tampa, FL
Monday April, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM; Welcome Reception
Tuesday, April 15 | 1:45 - 4:30 PM  

Please review the Exhibitor Kit for information and details you need for shipping your exhibit materials. 2025 Exhibitor Kit

Registration Questions? Email bnp@executivevents.com

Here you will find important details, deadlines and specifications in regards to your exhibit at the Food Automation & Manufacturing Symposium and Expo.


Included in Exhibit Space
  • 8' deep x 10' wide exhibit space
  • 10' wide x 8' tall back drape
  • 8' wide x 3' tall side drape
  • (1) 6 ft. black skirted table
  • (2) chairs
  • (1) wastebasket
  • 7" x 44" exhibitor ID sign with company name and booth number

Bayshore Ballroom is carpeted and complimentary basic wireless Wi-Fi will be provided.

Please review the Exhibitor Kit for information and details you need for shipping your exhibit materials. 2025 Exhibitor Kit

Registration Questions? Email bnp@executivevents.com


Exhibitor Set-Up and Teardown

Exhibitor set-up will take place on Monday April 14, 2025 from 3:00 - 6:00 PM

Please note that set-up time is limited to 3 hours, and all exhibits must be operational and ready the Monday evening Welcome Reception. Exhibit Show Hours are from 6:00 - 7:30 PM on Tuesday April 14 & from 1:45 - 4:30 PM on Tuesday, April 15

Exhibitor Teardown will take place on Tuesday April 15, 2025 from 4:30- 7:30 pm

 All freight left on show floor without a bill of lading on file with GULF COAST EXPO will be shipped via ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM and charged a $25.00 administrative fee.


Shipping & Material Handling

Gulf Coast Expo is the official general service contractor for the 2025 Food Automation & Manufacturing Symposium and Expo. All shipments must be handled by Gulf Coast Expo.

Please review the Exhibitor Kit for information and details you need for shipping your exhibit materials. 2025 Exhibitor Kit


For any questions, please call Gulf Coast Expo at 813-915-8066 or email CustomerService@GulfCoastExpo.com



Audio Visual & Electric Services

To order electrical service for your exhibit space, please complete the Encore Order Form

A 7-day notice is required to avoid a charge of 50% of the order total. Cancellations received less than 72 hours prior to the day of scheduled delivery (including no shows) are subject to the full amount of the order.


Platinum Sponsors
Blentech Burns & McDonnell Whiting Turner
Gold Sponsors
Austin Dennis Group Kerr Food Safe Drains Unified Purchasing Group
Silver Sponsors
Doral EATS