Exhibitor Resources

Thank you for choosing to participate as an exhibitor at SPARK 2026.

Below you can find all the exhibitor resources and important details to help ensure you are prepared to join us for a successful event this October.

SPARK Exhibitor Engagement Training Program

A new program to help you get more out of your time on the expo floor. This multi-module series is designed to share what we know about the SPARK audience and how they engage, so you can show up prepared and make the most of every conversation.

The program is intended to give our exhibitors the insider context that makes a real difference: who’s in the room, why they’re there, what they care about, and how they make decisions.

Modules will be released on a rolling basis in the weeks leading up to SPARK, covering everything from on-site engagement and pre-event promotion to post-show follow-up and how to measure your results.

Important Dates

  • Early Bird Registration Deadline – July 20, 2026
  • Registration Cancellation Deadline* – October 21, 2026
  • Housing Deadline (Hilton Columbus Downtown) – September 18, 2026
  • Freeman Early Order Deadline – September 22, 2026
  • Advanced Warehouse Shipping Begins – September 21, 2026
  • Advanced Warehouse Shipping Ends – October 13, 2026
  • Direct to Show-Site Shipping Begins – October 20, 2026


*Cancellations after this date will incur a $100 fee. There will be no refunds on cancellations made after this date.

SPARK Registration & Housing

Exhibitor registration is now open. Watch for your SPARK Exhibitor Invite to set up your account and access the new all-in-one portal for registration, lead retrieval, and housing.

All main exhibitor contacts will receive a personalized email with a unique login link to access your company’s account. From there, you can manage badges, lead retrieval, housing, and provide online payment.

Each 10×10 booth includes two (2) complimentary exhibit-only registrations. Additional and upgraded registrations are available.

All booth staff must be registered to attend.

Exhibitor Webinar

Our exhibitor webinar will be held in September to walk through the most up-to-date information and to answer any questions you may have!

Exhibitor Manual and Forms

Exhibit schedules, booth setup and teardown logistics, shipping details, and important deadlines.

Exhibitor Services Kit

Freeman is the official exhibitor services partner for the IEC SPARK 2026. The official Exhibitor Services Kit welcome email with login instructions will be sent to your company’s primary contact within a week of sign-up.

Exhibitor Marketing Resources

Start building excitement for your presence at SPARK! Our social media toolkit makes it easy to spread the word with ready-to-use social media copy and graphics designed to help you engage your audience and drive booth traffic.

Each exhibiting company will receive customized promotional content by email. Until then, download the general versions below and start sharing that you’ll be at SPARK!

Be sure to include our official hashtags: #WeAreIEC #SPARK2026 #SPARK #IECSPARK

Explore the Expo Hall

Want to see who’s already exhibiting at SPARK? Check out the exhibitor list and floorplan.

Event Information

Expo Hall Schedule

Tues, Oct 20
Exhibitor Move-In

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Weds, Oct 21
Exhibitor Move-In

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Thurs, Oct 22
Exhibitor Move-In
Expo Hall Open
SPARK Tailgate Happy Hour

8:00 am – 11:00 am

12:00 pm – 2:30 pm

4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Fri, Oct 23
Expo Hall Open
Exhibitor Move-Out

8:00 am – 1:00 pm

1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Sponsorship Opportunities

Take your presence at SPARK to the next level!

Questions?

Ask our chatbot using the widget on the bottom right of the page, or send us an email.

Exhibit Space & Booth Logistics:
Contact Alaina Aldis at partners@ieci.org  

Sponsorship/advertising opportunities:
Contact Kevin Davoren at kdavoren@ieci.org