Welcome, Exhibitors
Our dedicated staff and trusted partners are committed to making your experience with us seamless and hassle-free. We are here to support you every step of the way.
For your convenience, we have compiled comprehensive information about exhibiting at the Broward County Convention Center and an overview of the extensive services we provide. It’s our way of ensuring you have the resources you need to make the most of your time at the Broward County Convention Center. We look forward to being an integral part of your experience here.
FAQ
Edlen Electrical (Exclusive) | Utility Services – Electrical and Plumbing (exclusive)
Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services, Inc.- stands ready to provide show management and exhibitors with the finest service and equipment available. Custom electrical and utility service order forms and flyers can be provided for exhibitors upon request. The main exhibit halls on the first level provide a 100AMP 3 Phase service every 30 feet on center. Larger electrical services are available along the East and West perimeter of the exhibit halls. Water and Air services are conveniently available through access points located in the exhibit hall column supports and conduit is available for sub-floor routing. Electrical service is available upon request in all meeting rooms and ballrooms. Utilization of permanent wall or column electrical outlets requires prior written approval by Center management. Distribution of these utility services must be requested through Edlen Electrical.
Contact email - fortlauderdale@edlen.com | 954.607.7255
More InfoBased upon event type and attendance of over 800 a mandatory Emergency Medical Technician will be employed during show hours to administer emergency first aid treatment. All staffing supplies and supplemental emergency medical equipment are supplied exclusively by the Center. An EMT will be scheduled as needed. The current hourly rate is listed in the Special Services Rate Sheet. For Sporting Events, the EMT does not act as an Athletic Trainer.
The Center Event Security Staff is provided exclusively by Allied Universal Services include: show and overnight event staff, badge checkers, ticket takers, coat & luggage check, etc. Event Staff are required for all events during move-in, event, and move-out hours. These costs are in addition to the rental agreement. Allied Universal representatives will be in contact to develop a comprehensive, cost-effective personnel plan. Minimal staffing will be at the discretion of Center Management as deemed appropriate after carefully considering the nature and character of the event.
Contact | Allied Universal | Rory Siegel | 561.445.3323 | Rory.siegel@aus.com
More InfoThe prevailing rates for rental equipment are available on a separate rate schedule. All Center equipment will be setup and operated by authorized Center personnel. Equipment is available as inventory permits.
SAVOR... is the exclusive operator of the Broward County Convention Center’s Food & Beverage Department. The Food and Beverage Department is prepared to offer the finest quality products and services for all functions. Concession operations are available via cashless food and beverage services for all events. Concessions offerings and hours will be at the discretion of SAVOR. Minimums may be required based on location and guest count. Permanent stands and portable carts will enhance any event’s program by featuring a variety of specialty food and beverage items.
Contact us at 954.302.8821 | Catering@ftlauderdalecc.com
More InfoWest side North between Door 1 & 2. Only Access Floors 1 & 3
- (1) 8’ W x 10’ L x 8 ’H
- (1) 10’ W x 18’ L x 8” H
West side South near Door 8. Only Access Floors 1 & 3 (floor 2 = BCCC access only)
- (1) 7’4” W x 10’ L x 8’ H
- (1) 9’4” W x 18’ L x 8” H
East side near Room 114. Accesses All Floors
- (1) 8’ W x 10’ L x 8’ H
The Center will be provided to the Licensee in clean condition. During the event, the Center's Housekeeping Department will maintain all public common areas such as lobbies, hallways, restrooms, and meeting rooms except when said areas are utilized as exhibition space. The Licensee is responsible for all exhibit space and registration areas during the contracted dates.
Center will charge Licensee for any additional bulk trash hauls necessary due to event operations. Bulk trash is defined as any material that cannot be readily removed by a standard push broom. It is the responsibility of the Licensee to leave the facility "broom clean", making sure that all trash, including tape residue, be removed. Excess post-event cleaning done by the Center will be billed to the Licensee. Licensee must abide by any and all Center labor rules and jurisdictions. Center will provide Licensee labor guidelines when applicable.
The Telecommunications Department provides exclusive services that can be tailored to meet specific show management and exhibitor needs. The facility can provide Internet connectivity at high speeds (Fiber –Optic, Cat 5 and Cat 6 infrastructure) through the Broward County Convention Center. All meeting rooms and ballrooms are equipped with Ethernet connection and capabilities. Telephones are installed and billed per order specifications. The Event Manager will provide order forms for inclusion in the exhibitor kits.
Contact | Ruth Fay | 954.302.8866 | RFay@ftlauderdalecc.com
More InfoTo maintain safe and efficient operations, the Center will retain complete control over all loading dock activities. Licensee is responsible for all associated labor and space costs. All staff utilized for dock(s) will be scheduled through the Event Manager and Allied Event Security. The Center does not maintain a marshaling yard on its premises. There are available sites in the area for leasing. All marshaling requirements should be reviewed with your Event Manager no later than 30 days prior to the show.
Everlast Productions-The in-house creative studio and event production company, specializing in audio, video, lighting, staging, scenic design & creation, rigging, technical & creative producing, and content creation for unique, challenging, and groundbreaking projects across a broad range of markets. Everlast Productions is the exclusive provider of motors, truss and rigging equipment. Everlast Productions is responsible for the review and approval of ALL rigging plans prior to the commencement of all shows along with providing a rigging supervisor for the install, operation and dismantle of all rigging projects. All rooms within the facility are equipped with in-house sound systems. Everlast Productions is also responsible for the patching of these systems.
All rooms within the facility are equipped with in-house sound systems. BCCCs in-house Technical Services is also responsible for the patching of these systems. Please reach out to your Event Manager for further details. If an outside AV supplier is contracted, the Event Manager will need to be notified. Additional charges for use of house sound will be incurred.
Contact | Rob Ligotti | 954.636.9627 | RLigotti@everlastproductions.com | www.Everlastproductions.com
If an outside AV supplier is contracted, the Event Manager will need to be notified. Additional charges for use of house sound will be incurred.
More InfoThe Center maintains exclusive 24-hour security. The Building Security Staff maintains 24-hour security coverage for the Center's perimeter areas, internal corridors, and life safety alarm system. They also secure exterior and interior access doors as well as monitor internal traffic flow.
Building Security Staff handle all lost and found and provide wheelchairs. All incidents of injury, vandalism, building damage, theft, etc. should be reported to the Event Manager immediately. Following notification of any incidents, Building Security Staff will initiate appropriate reports and investigations.
Central Security | 954.765.5931
There is NO smoking inside the building or within 25 ft of the exterior of the building, due to LEED Certification standards
- Smoking includes the use of cigars, cigarettes, pipes, as well as VAPES or vapor cigarettes
Technical Services (Exclusive)
The Center has a collective bargaining agreement with IATSE Local Union 500. IATSE is the Center’s exclusive Technical Services personnel. The Technical Service personnel are required for the rigging in the Ballrooms and Exhibit Halls, excluding aisle signage for trade shows. All audio-visual load-in, set-up, event production, move-out, and load-out are to be employed by the Center Technical Services personnel. All contractors providing staging and production, or audio- visual production may provide supervision only.
Contact: Howard Friedlander | 954.302.8879 | Hfriedlander@ftlauderdalecc.com
More InfoComplimentary WIFI is available under BCCC-GUEST
- Consult your Event Manager for event specific WIFI needs