Name: Shoptalk Fall
Start: 2027-10-05
End: 2027-10-07
Location: Shoptalk Fall

Question 1

Something for my booth

Accepted Answer

All booth materials including furniture, backdrops, structural materials, etc. should be shipped to the Freeman Advance Warehouse with the proper shipping labels. Freeman will then deliver your freight to your booth (material handling fees apply). This is the best option if you want to begin set-up as soon as you arrive for move-in and not have to wait for your freight to be delivered. Hanging signs MUST be shipped to the Freeman Advance Warehouse with a hanging sign label. Please note that anything shipped to the Freeman Advance Warehouse will be delivered to your booth - you won’t be able to access it outside of move-in hours. Shipments arriving after the advance receiving deadline will incur a late surcharge. Missed the deadline? Freeman will begin accepting shipments at the show site starting on September 27, 2026 , or you can ship smaller packages of collateral to the UPS Business Center in the Music City Center at any time. See below for shipping labels and further information on all shipping options! What happens to my empty containers during the show? Pick up “Empty Labels” at the Freeman Service Desk. Once the container is completely empty, place a label on each container individually. Labeled empty containers will be picked up periodically and stored in non-accessible storage during the event. Freeman will begin returning empty containers to booths in no specific order once the show floor has closed and the carpet has been rolled up. Sponsors should not expect their empty containers to be returned by Friday morning. What is material handling? Material Handling is the service to move and store your freight from the freight docks to your booth. This service includes off-loading from the delivery truck; delivery to your booth; removing empty crates and boxes; storing the crates and boxes during the show and returning them after the show: and finally, delivery of the crates and boxes to your carrier. This service is provided exclusively by Freeman . It is a one-time charge for incoming and outgoing. See the Material Handling page on FreemanOnline for more information, rates, and order forms. Who can I contact for shipping information? Please click here for Freeman’s shipping services page. You can contact Freeman exhibitor support at (888) 508-5054. Shipping to the Advance Warehouse Freeman will begin accepting advance shipments at their warehouse on August 28, 2026 . All shipments must be delivered to the Freeman warehouse by September 18, 2026 . Materials arriving after September 18, 2026 will be subject to a late surcharge. Please attach the correct Freeman shipping label to each box in your shipment. ADVANCE WAREHOUSE SHIPPING ADDRESS (use Freeman shipping label) Exhibiting Company Name / Booth # _____ Shoptalk Fall 2026 C/O FREEMAN 825 Visco Drive Nashville TN 37210 NOTE: Warehouse receiving hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Holidays excluded. Certified weight tickets must accompany all shipments. Please note that the Freeman Warehouse does not accept uncrated freight (loose, pad-wrapped material and/or un-skidded machinery), COD shipments, hazardous materials, freight requiring refrigerated or frozen storage, a single piece of freight weighing more than 5,000 pounds or a single piece of freight beyond the dimensions of 108"H x 93"W. If required, provide your carrier with this phone number: (888) 508-5054. Shipping Direct to Show Site If you ship booth materials directly to Music City Center, Freeman cannot accept the delivery before September 27, 2026. Shipments arriving before this date may be refused by the facility or incur charges. Please attach the correct Freeman shipping label to all boxes in your shipment. DIRECT TO SHOW SITE SHIPPING ADDRESS (use Freeman shipping label) Exhibiting Company Name / Booth # _____ Shoptalk Fall 2026 Music City Center C/O FREEMAN 700 Korean Veterans Blvd Nashville TN 37203-4205 Shipments may be significantly delayed if you ship directly to the show site. If your shipments are delayed, this could affect your material handling fees and labor costs during build. NOTE: A Marshalling Yard will be in use for all show site shipments . All delivery carriers must check in at the Marshalling Yard prior to delivering to the facility. We advise to have your carriers arrive early as the Marshalling Yard is first come first served. The address for the Marshalling Yard is 825 Visco Drive Nashville, TN 37210. Shipping to the UPS Business Center Collateral and smaller boxes can also be shipped to the UPS Business Center in MCC, conveniently on the 2nd Floor of MCC. For more information, please visit their webpage HERE . Be sure to double check the UPS Business Center’s hours of operation and plan your pickup accordingly. NOTE : Please do not send booth build materials to the UPS Business Center, but to the Advance Warehouse or show site. Links and Shipping Labels Freeman Freight Services Marshalling Yard Information Outbound Material Handling Form Shipping Label - Advanced Warehouse Shipping Label - Show Site Shipping Label - Hanging Sign

Question 2

Deliverables for my sponsorship

Accepted Answer

For any sponsorships that require you to provide items to show management, such as a seat drop or swag store placement, you have been sent specific instructions from the Sponsor Logistics Team. We recommend confirming your exact instructions for your sponsorship with your logistics lead before shipping. Most items should be sent to the Freeman Advance Warehouse with the proper shipping label. Please be sure to label each box and label it correctly - especially if you have a booth, as your sponsorship items could be redirected! Shipments arriving after the advance receiving deadline will incur a late surcharge. Missed the deadline? Freeman will begin accepting shipments at the show site starting on September 27, 2026 or you can ship smaller packages of collateral to the UPS Business Center in MCC at any time. See below for shipping labels and further information on all shipping options! Once you have shipped using the below instructions, please send the following required information to your Sponsor Logistics Lead: Carrier (FedEx, UPS, etc.): Tracking Number(s): Total # of Boxes: Total Quantity of Collateral: Expected Delivery Date: Onsite Contact Name & Mobile (in case we should have any questions about your item during the event): Please do NOT use these instructions if you have NOT purchased a sponsorship package requiring you to ship items to show management (such as a seat drop or swag store placement). Shipping to the Advance Warehouse Freeman will begin accepting advance shipments at their warehouse on August 28, 2026 . All shipments must be delivered to the Freeman warehouse by September 18, 2026 . Materials arriving after September 18, 2026 will be subject to a late surcharge. Please attach the correct Freeman shipping label to each box in your shipment. ADVANCE WAREHOUSE SHIPPING ADDRESS (use Freeman shipping label) Sponsor Company Name / “Seat Drop, Swag Store, etc” (SHOW MGMT) Shoptalk Fall 2026 C/O FREEMAN 825 Visco Drive Nashville TN 37210 NOTE: Warehouse receiving hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Holidays excluded. Certified weight tickets must accompany all shipments. Please note that the Freeman Warehouse does not accept uncrated freight (loose, pad-wrapped material and/or un-skidded machinery), COD shipments, hazardous materials, freight requiring refrigerated or frozen storage, a single piece of freight weighing more than 5,000 pounds or a single piece of freight beyond the dimensions of 108"H x 93"W. If required, provide your carrier with this phone number: (888) 508-5054. Shipping Direct to Show Site If you ship items directly to MCC, Freeman cannot accept delivery before September 27, 2026 . Shipments arriving before this date may be refused by the facility or incur charges. Please attach the correct Freeman shipping label to all boxes in your shipment. DIRECT TO SHOW SITE SHIPPING ADDRESS (use Freeman shipping label) Exhibiting Company Name / Booth # _____ Shoptalk Fall 2026 Music City Center C/O FREEMAN 700 Korean Veterans Blvd Nashville TN 37203-4205 There is a possibility of significant delay if you ship directly to the show site. If your shipments are delayed, this could affect the timely delivery of your sponsorship. NOTE: A Marshalling Yard will be in use for all show site shipments . All delivery carriers must check in at the Marshalling Yard prior to delivering to the facility. We advise to have your carriers arrive early as the Marshalling Yard is first come first served. The address for the Marshalling Yard is 825 Visco Drive Nashville, TN 37210. Shipping to the UPS Business Center Collateral and smaller boxes/shipments can also be shipped to the UPS Business Center in MCC, conveniently located one the 2nd Floor of MCC. You will need to pick up your items yourself and reach out to your Sponsor Logistics Lead to coordinate handoff. For more information, please visit their webpage HERE . Be sure to double check the UPS Business Center’s hours of operation and plan your pickup accordingly. NOTE: Please do not send booth build materials to the UPS Business Center, but to the Advance Warehouse or show site. Links and Shipping Labels Freeman Freight Services Marshalling Yard Information Outbound Material Handling Form Shipping Label - Advanced Warehouse Shipping Label - Show Site Shipping Label - Hanging Sign

Question 3

Something else

Accepted Answer

Smaller shipments that you can pick up yourself, such as a box or two of swag, collateral, office materials, or personal items can be shipped to the UPS Business Center at MCC. The UPS Business Center is conveniently located on the 2nd Floor of MCC! You will need to coordinate with the UPS Business Center directly and will need to pick up your items yourself. For more information, please visit their webpage HERE . Be sure to double check the UPS Business Center’s hours of operation and plan your pickup accordingly. NOTE : Please do not send booth build materials to the UPS Business Center, but to the Advance Warehouse or show site. Please reference the booth material shipping instructions for more information.

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