2012 NCECA Resource Hall FAQs
Q: What is the Conference Headquarters hotel and far is it from the Convention Center?
A: The Sheraton Seattle Hotel; short 5 minute walk to the Convention Center.
Q: As a Resource Hall participant can we show and sell finished art work?
A: Ceramic wares that relate directly to the products, resources and/or services offered by participating businesses and non-profits may be displayed in up to 25% of the space purchased but they may NOT be sold.
Q: Does NCECA offer Member and Non Member space fees?
A: Yes, Corporate and Institutional Members receive a discount on booth/table fees. For full details on membership Benefits visit http://www.nceca.net/static/membership_home.php
Q: Do the booth/table fees include representative conference passes?
A: Yes, Each booth/table receives two (2) conference passes AND a one year Individual Member for each of the two representatives.
Q: What if I need additional representatives to be at our booth/table?
A: No more than two (2) additional representatives may be purchased per booth/table at $100 per; includes conference pass and one year individual membership.
Q: Do I need a Seattle or Washington state tax license?
A: Yes, you will need to collect and pay sales tax of 9.5% to the state of Washington. They offer a Temporary Registration Certificate; Call 1-800-647-7706 or register online at https://fortress.wa.gov/dor/efile/secureforms/content/doingbusiness/registermybusiness/tempreg.aspx
Q: May I hand carry my boxes into the Resource Hall?
A: Yes, click here for details http://www.wsctc.com/our_space/hand_freight.aspx
Q: Do I need to pay for electricity and internet service?
A: Yes, you will be sent a complete Service Packet with order forms from Fern Expo in January 2012. Electrical: Estimated costs based on 2011 rates $80.00 for 120 VOLT, 0-500 WATTS (5 AMPS). Telecommunications: http://www.wsctc.com/our_services/telecomm.aspx
Please contact Kate Vorhaus, 2012 Resource Hall Coordinator, kate@nceca.net with other questions you may have regarding the 2012 Resource Hall in Seattle.