WaterSmart Innovations 2017

Event Dates
2017-10-04 - 2017-10-06
Exhibitors
0
Event contact title
Exhibits Manager
Event contact first name
Patty
Event contact last name
Cerajewski
Email
patty@watersmartinnovations.com
Event contact telephone number
888-293-9845
Description
You are invited to register for the 10th annual WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Exposition, scheduled for October 4-6, at the South Point Hotel and Conference Center in Las Vegas. WSI - recognized as the world's premier urban water efficiency conference since its debut in 2008 - is offering an "early bird" registration fee of $335 at WaterSmartInnovations.com through Sunday, June 4. Beginning Monday, June 5, the full conference registration fee will be $395. You can qualify for the early bird rate by entering the authorization code gettheworm when registering. Each full conference registration includes admission to the WaterSense Partner of the Year Awards luncheon, hosted by the Alliance for Water Efficiency and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense Program, scheduled for Thursday, October 5. WSI will again feature more than 100 professional sessions, an Expo Hall showcasing water-efficient products and services, and technical tours to venues illustrating Southern Nevada's commitment to water efficiency. Several pre-show workshops (not included with the WSI registration fee) also are available on Tuesday, October 3. The Southern Nevada Water Authority is again presenting WSI in partnership with the Alliance for Water Efficiency, American Water Works Association, the U.S. EPA's WaterSense Program, and other forward-thinking public- and private-sector organizations.
Exhibitor information

In conjunction with the WaterSmart Innovations conference, an exhibition featuring emerging and cutting-edge water efficiency products and services will be held at the South Point. Among the prospective exhibitors are companies featuring appliances, plumbing fixtures, landscape and irrigation equipment, consulting and professional services and software and technology, among others.

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