Boost your brand visibility by becoming a Sponsor and Exhibitor at the FHSA Annual Conference & Expo (October 1-4, 2024). This event marks the 25th Anniversary of the Florida Head Start Association and will take place at the DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Studios a Universal Orlando Partner Hotel.  A short walk from Universal Orlando Resort, Universal Studios Florida, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and Universal’s Island of Adventure. Universal’s Volcano Bay, the Orlando International Premium Outlets, and the Mall at Millenia are within two miles.

As the premier professional association for Florida's Head Start community, the FHSA annual conference & Expo is a truly unique networking and education-filled experience that should always be a part of your essential sponsorship budget. Discover new markets and generate leads with Head Start early care and education professionals, including your fellow industry suppliers, who never miss this spectacular event.

Florida is home to the nation's fourth-largest Head Start, Early Head Start, Migrant and Seasonal Head Start, and Early Head Start—Child Care Partnerships Grantee Agencies. The FHSA annual conference brings together a diverse network of CEOs, Directors, Site Managers, Front Line Staff, Center Coordinators, Teachers, Policy Council Members, Corporate Friends, and individual Friends members, providing ample networking opportunities. 

FHSA Conference & Expo has limited sponsorships and exhibitor spaces available, enhancing your access to conference participants. This is a unique chance to present your organization to Florida's Head Start networks. 

As an exhibitor, you will receive the following:

• Each booth space is 8 x 10 
• One (1) 6' draped table
• Chairs, ID sign, and wastebasket 
• One (1) conference badge with access to the Annual Awards Luncheon and Thursday Anniversary Party
• Access to pre and post-show mailing list, including address information (no email)
• Directory listing in the Conference App. 

Additional conference badges can be purchased for $395 per person. Some of our sponsorships come with exhibit space and additional badges. Check out those opportunities before submitting an exhibitor registration. If you would like to register for additional company badges, please use this form. 
 
Sponsorships and Booth space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Booth space is assigned based on sponsorship level, membership, length of service to FHSA, and the date registration was received. Exhibitor registration closes Friday, August 02, 2024. 

General Services Contractor:

FHSA will use Goben Convention Services for all our exhibitor's shipping/handling needs. Due to hotels' limited capabilities, NO packages can be shipped directly to the hotel and will be refused.  Exhibitors can expect to receive exhibitor service manuals and online ordering from Goben Convention Services concerning all Trade Show details and shipping supplies. Their online Exhibitor Manual will also provide information and forms for ordering other non-Brede/Allied services, such as electrical, audio-visual, and floral, and show specific needs. Brede/Allied Convention Services provides the following services and furnishings:

• Freight and shipping handling in/out—Please note: Packages should be sent through Goben Convention Services, not the hotel. 
• Standard rental furnishings
• All ancillary services
• Cleaning and janitorial services

Exhibitor Cancellation Policy: Booth space is confirmed upon receipt of sign-up and full payment. Cancellations made more than 90 days prior to the event will receive a full refund. Cancellations between 60-90 days prior to the event will be eligible for a 50% refund. No refunds or cancellations will be accepted less than 60 days prior to the event. In the event of circumstances beyond FHSA’s control, and not due to FHSA’s fault, preventing the show from being held as scheduled, no fees will be refunded. It’s important to note that individual insurance coverage is the responsibility of the exhibitor. If you’re unable to attend the conference, please send a written notification of cancellation to the FHSA office. No-shows are non-refundable, and you will be responsible for the registration fee. By registering to exhibit at the FHSA conference & expo, you agree to the policies listed above.  Questions should be directed to Wanda Minick, FHSA Executive Director at [email protected] or (850) 694-6477.

Conference & Expo Venue: 

Our host hotel is the DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando. FHSA has secured a room block that is open and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The room block expires on Monday, September 09, 2024,  or until it reaches capacity. The FHSA conference rate is offered three (3) days before and after the conference. The Group Discounted Rate is from $159 /per night++. 

Check-in is at 4:00 p.m., and Check-out is at 11:00 a.m. Use the "Book Now" button below to reserve your room, or call 1-800-222-TREE (8733) using the special rate code (FH2). 

Parking: The overnight and event-day self-parking rate is discounted to $15+ tax a night. 

DoubleTree by Hilton at the Entrance to Universal Orlando
5780 Major Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32819