Association and events
exhibit hall
An exhibit hall is the large room at a trade show where companies set up booths to show products and services to attendees. At the NPSA Conference and Trade Show, the exhibit hall holds supplier booths, and meals and some events happen in the hall too.
Why it matters
The 2026 NPSA show had more than 40,000 square feet of exhibit space and about 20 hours of trade show time, including meals and events in the hall. It also had outdoor demonstration space for larger equipment. For operators, the hall is a place to see containers, trailers, tools, software and services in one trip. A common mistake is to visit only on the busiest day. Plan time to talk with suppliers, and take notes. Exhibitors should check the show rules for booth setup.
Definition source: npsa.org
Related terms
exhibitor
An exhibitor is a company that rents booth space at a trade show to show its products or services. At the NPSA Conference and Trade Show, exhibitors are suppliers and service firms that want to meet portable storage operators face to face.
conference and trade show
A conference and trade show is an event that combines education sessions with an exhibit hall where suppliers show products. NPSA holds an annual Conference and Trade Show for the portable storage industry, with networking, speakers and exhibitors. Recent shows have run about three days.
sponsor
A sponsor is a company that pays to support an event or an association program in return for brand exposure. NPSA offers year-round sponsorships, event sponsorships and advertising, and it lists sponsors at levels such as Double Platinum, Platinum and Gold.
educational session
An educational session is a talk, panel or workshop at an event that teaches attendees a skill or topic. At NPSA events, sessions cover industry topics and general business practices, and they run alongside the trade show, meals and networking time.
networking reception
A networking reception is a social event at a conference where attendees meet over food and drinks. NPSA events include receptions such as an opening reception, a new member welcome reception and a closing reception, often hosted by a sponsor.
attendee badge
An attendee badge is the name tag a person wears at a conference or trade show to show that they are registered. It usually shows a name and company. Staff at doors and sessions check it to confirm who can enter.
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