SEAA Convention & Trade Show

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SEAA will follow current local and hotel COVID safety guidelines. Attendees are encouraged to stay up to date on requirements and recommendations. For information see: Visit Orlando and Florida Health Department

SEAA's 2021 Convention & Trade Show will be held in Orlando, FL on October 12-14, 2021.

We will be hosting our 2022 Convention & Trade Show in Charleston, SC, on April 5-8, 2022.

Agenda

Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021
Dave Schulz Memorial Golf Tournament at MetroWest Golf Club in Orlando

10:00 AM: Check-in Opens at Golf Course
10:30 AM: Shuttle from Doubletree arrives at golf course
10:30 AM-Noon: Range warm up
11:00 AM: Lunch served

Golf awards to be presented at the MetroWest clubhouse directly following tournament completion.

Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021
Convention kicks off at the Doubletree Entrance to Universal in Orlando

9:00 AM to Noon: SEAA Board of Directors Meeting
9:00 AM: Exhibitor setup begins in Universal Center ballroom
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM: POY Panel Discussion in Seminole ballroom
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM: New Member/First Timer Reception (invitation only)
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM: Welcome Reception and Presentation of Exhibitor Appreciation awards in Universal Center ballroom

Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021:
SEAA's 48th Annual Trade Show takes place at Doubletree Entrance to Universal in Orlando

7:45 AM to 8:45 AM: Breakfast buffet served in Universal Center ballroom
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM: 1st half of tradeshow begins
- A-group tours exhibits inside Universal Center
- B-group tours outdoor exhibits in parking lot
10:30 AM to Noon: 2nd half of tradeshow begins
- B-group tours exhibits inside Universal Center
- A-group tours outdoor exhibits in parking lot
12:15 pm to 1:00 pm: Lunch served in Universal Center ballroom
12:45 pm to 1:15 pm: Presentation of Safety & Training Awards and announcement of Craft Training Grant recipient to overlap with lunch in Universal Center ballroom
1:15 pm to 1:30 pm: Boom Lift Ball Drop, sponsored by Genie
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm: Session 1: Lee Pielaet, Managing AISC Certification Systems
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm: Session 2: James Byrum, Overcoming Complex Support Conditions
3:30 pm to 3:45 pm: Break
3:45 pm to 4:45 pm: Session 3: Stephen Safran, The Maverick Foreman, Defending OSHA Citations Involving Supervisor Misconduct
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm: Closing Reception

Speakers

Click the button below to learn more about the informative speaker sessions we have lined up.

Specials

Early Bird Pricing

Before August 31st

Single Member: $595.00
Member Couple: $1,100.00
Single non-Member: $795.00
non-Member Couple: $1,300.00

After August 31st

Single Member: $710.00
Member Couple: $1,180.00
Single non-Member: $935.00
non-Member Couple: $1,485.00

Click to download exhibitor flyer

Click to download PDF

The SEAA Convention Trade Show Exhibit Hall is a chance to interact with the key decision-makers in the structural steel industry.
Key industry players come to find out what is new, who has it, and how it can work for them. Click the button below for full details about pricing, demos, booth selection and to sign up to be an exhibitor at the trade show!

Dave Schulz Memorial golf tournament

MetroWest Golf Club
2100 S. Hiawasee Road
Orlando, FL 32835

Registration includes:

Green fee
Cart
Range balls
Lunch
Snacks & Beverage Cart
Round-trip shuttle service from Doubletree

SEAA Convention Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsor BEnefits

Maximize your exposure and networking opportunities by becoming a sponsor. Choose from four tiers of sponsorship opportunities, starting at $750. Sponsorships are limited. Click to sign up below, or contact the SEAA Office for current availability (336) 294-8880.

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PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS

Silver sponsors

BRONZE SPONSORS

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
at the Entrance to Universal Orlando

5780 Major Blvd
Orlando, FL 32819

Orlando International Airport (MCO)

Driving Directions
From North:
Take I-95 S to I-4 W. Take exit 75B-A toward S Kirkman Rd. Keep right at the fork to continue on Exit 75A, follow signs for Florida 435 N/Kirkman Rd and merge onto S Kirkman Rd. Turn right on Major Blvd. Hotel will be on your left.

Universal Studios Orlando
Walt Disney World
SeaWorld
Orlando International Premium Outlets
iFly Orlando Indoor Skydiving
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

... and so, so much more!

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Our Convention & Trade Show:

Do demos cost extra?
No, demo slots are free of charge. However, slots are very limited and you are REQUIRED to opt-in upon registration.

How much time will I get to perform my demo?
Demonstrations are not to exceed 10 minutes.

When will I be informed of my booth space?
We will reach out to notify you 30 days ahead of the event.

What sponsorship opportunities are available and what do they include?
Please click here to see available opportunities and details.

Where can I find information and order forms for electrical and AV services for the event?
Please click here to access order forms and information about AV and electrical.

What are the booth sizes?
Booths are 10x10 indoors and 27x20 or 27x50 outdoors.

I am attempting to register, but I don't know the names of all of the attendees in my group yet
If you do not know the name(s) of who will be attending with you, please just type "N/A" on the form. Once you have confirmation of who your guests will be, please contact the SEAA office to let us know so we can ensure necessary badges are printed in advance of the event.

I have a question about my invoice or I need a copy of my invoice sent to a specific person
Please contact Krista Whittemore at krista@seaa.net or 336-294-8880.

I would like to work out a barter with SEAA, how would I go about doing that?
If you are a vendor looking to negotiate a deal with the organization, please reach out to the office at admin@seaa.net or 336-294-8880 and we will get you in touch with the right person.