Coffee Fest Portland 2015

Where Coffee & Tea Business Happens
Event Dates
2015-10-23 - 2015-10-25
Organizer
Exhibitors
180
Attendees
4000
Event contact title
Show Manager
Event contact first name
David
Event contact last name
Heilbrunn
Email
davidh@coffeefest.com
Event contact telephone number
425 295-3300 ext. 113
Fax
425-295-3295
Description
Coffee Fest trade shows are produced to help coffee and tea retailers compete and prosper in the marketplace. Each show features a complete exhibition, as well as educational and networking opportunities. Coffee Fest has been serving the specialty coffee and gourmet tea industries since 1992. Viewed by most as the best tradeshow both nationally and internationally, Coffee Fest is specifically for those involved with retailing coffee, tea and related products. Coffee Fest continues to evolve and stay at the forefront of emerging trends. If it looks like coffee, smells like coffee, goes well with coffee or is coffee, you are guaranteed to find it at Coffee Fest. Everything under the sun that would be found in an upscale coffee shop, on either side of the counter (including the counter), would be found on the exhibition floor at Coffee Fest. The best coffee retail education, training and workshops are also found at Coffee Fest. Check out our website for specific information about attending or exhibiting at an upcoming Coffee Fest Show. For the freshest, most energized and rewarding experience, mark your calendar now and make plans to come to what has arguably become America's most vibrant coffee market.
Attendee information
Festival Hours: Onsite Registration Hours: Friday & Saturday: 7:00am to 4:30pm Sunday: 7:30am to 3:30pm Exhibition Hours: Friday & Saturday: 12:00pm to 5:00pm Sunday: 12:00pm to 4:00pm Educational Training: Friday & Saturday: 8:00am to 6:00pm Sunday: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Exhibitor information
One weekend at Coffee Fest will improve your business and profitability! Over 150 Exhibition booths featuring everything under the sun related to the specialty coffee and tea industries. See the newest products. Talk with factory reps and company executives.
Partner Voices
Overview: The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality. In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way. “We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.” Amenities: The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.  The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need. Gold Key Members The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events. OCCC Events: This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.  The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:  AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023 200,000 Attendees $257 Million in Economic Impact MEGACON 2023 160,000 Attendees $205 Million in Economic Impact Open Championship Series 2023 69,500 Attendees $89 Million in Economic Impact Sunshine Classic 2023 42,000 Attendees $54 Million in Economic Impact Premiere Orlando 2023 42,000 Attendees $108 Million in Economic Impact