Hosted Buyer Application

The Event Planner Expo’s Hosted Buyer Program connects exhibiting venues and event services with qualified event planners and decision makers who are involved in planning a variety of events throughout the year. As a Hosted Buyer, you will gain access to our educational speaker series, network with the industry’s best, and schedule face-to-face meetings with 150+ exhibitors that fit your event needs -- all at no cost to you!

Hosted buyers receive exclusive perks including:

2-4 Complimentary VIP Hosted Buyer Tickets for The Event Planner Expo 2018
Early Access Day 2 - Oct. 3 at Metropolitan Pavilion at 2PM
Ability to schedule appointments with exhibitors
Access to VIP Networking Lounge
Invitations to The Event Planner Expo's Opening Party and After Party
And much more!

By joining The Event Planner Expo’s Hosted Buyer Program you agree to…

Schedule 8-12 appointments with exhibitors in an effort to collaborate on future events. Appointments will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018 at the Metropolitan Pavilion
Attend The Event Planner Expo 2018 on Wednesday, October 3rd from 2PM-8PM
Invite colleagues and other industry professionals to the Expo by sharing your unique discount code.

All hosted buyers must be invited to join by someone who is affiliated with The Event Planner Expo. You must meet our qualifying criteria and be approved by The Event Planner Expo committee. Please complete the following application to be considered for our Hosted Buyer Program.

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* 1. Please provide us with your contact information

Company

Name

Title

Address

City

State

ZIP

Email Address

Work Phone

Cell Phone

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* 2. What is your Linkedin link

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* 3. How many years have you been in the events industry?

1-2

2-5

5-10

10-20

20+

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* 4. What vendors are you most interested in connecting with at The Event Planner Expo? (Select up to 3)

Event Spaces

Hotels

Caterers

Entertainment/DJs/Bands

Furniture/Rentals/Decor

Cakes/Desserts

Florists

Event Production/AV/Lighting

Event Apps & Tech

Transportation

All of the above

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* 5. What is your annual event budget?

less than $25,000

$25,000 - $50,000

$50,000 - $100,000

$100,000 - $250,000

$250,000 - $500,000

$500,000 - $1,000,000

More than $1,000,000

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* 6. How many events do you plan/produce each year?

1-5

5-10

10-25

25-50

50-100

100-200

200-500

500+

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* 7. If selected to be a hosted buyer, would you like to attend The Event Planner Expo for 2 days (with education + trade show) or 1 day (trade show only). Select one option below.

2 DAYS - Access to educational speaker series at TKP on Tuesday, October 2nd from 10AM-5PM and early access to The Event Planner Expo at 2PM on Wednesday, October 3rd which includes access to 150+ booths, VIP networking lounge, opening party, after party, and more.

1 DAY - Early access to The Event Planner Expo at 2PM on Wednesday, October 3rd which includes access to 150+ booths, VIP networking lounge, opening party, after party, and more.

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* 8. Please describe why you should be part of The Event Planner Expo's Hosted Buyer Program and receive a 2-4 Complimentary Tickets for your events department. (Use 100 words or less)