2021 Fall Convention Exhibit Show Information

After a difficult time filled with unprecedented challenges, we will finally get back together again for an in-person, not-to-be-missed, educational, and inspiring event! The South Dakota Health Care Association (SDHCA) 70th Annual Fall Convention is the premier educational event for Long Term Care providers in South Dakota. It is a terrific opportunity for your company to exhibit to increase your business exposure! To highlight your company, simply mark “Showcase Row” on your registration!

Fall Convention Dates and Venue

The Fall Convention will be held September 21-23, 2021, at the Ramkota Hotel in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

The Exhibit Show will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 22 and Thursday, Sept. 23. It begins Wednesday with a Social Hour and continues Thursday with a break in the morning and a lunch. These events will all take place in the exhibit area.

Exhibit Location

The Exhibit Show will be held in the Exhibit Hall at the Ramkota Hotel, Sioux Falls, SD. Meals and snacks for attendees will be co-located with the exhibit area to encourage attendees to interact with exhibitors.  

Exhibit Booth Specifications

All exhibit booths will be 10' x 10' wide.  Each booth will be provided with a complimentary draped table and two chairs. A 110-volt outlet is provided; if a 220-volt is needed there will be an additional charge. Extension cords may be required and are the exhibitor’s responsibility.

Special electrical needs should be discussed with SDHCA well in advance of the exhibit show. Any other furniture or equipment needs besides the above listed is the responsibility of the exhibitor.

Exhibit Hours

Wednesday, September 22:

Thursday, September 23:

Display Storage

The Ramkota Hotel will accept freight for storage a few days prior to the Convention. Exhibitors will need to make arrangements with

Shelli Lawrenson at the Ramkota Hotel in Sioux Falls, SD

at (605) 336-0650.

Exhibitor Door Prizes

As an exhibitor, you may give away a door prize at your booth.  Please indicate your door prize on your registration. To be eligible to win, the attendees must sign up at your booth during the Exhibit Show. Exhibitors are responsible for providing sign-up slips. The drawings will be held throughout the Exhibit Show hours. SDHCA will announce your company’s name and the winner next to your exhibit booth.

Set Up & Dismantle Time

Exhibitors will be able to set up their booths on Wednesday. The booths will be set up in East Exhibit Hall from 1:00 – 4:00 PM. This is the time immediately preceding the Social Hour. (Note: The booths must be set up during this time, or you will need to contact SDHCA for special arrangements to set up. There will be no set up allowed during exhibit hours).

The booths will be dismantled on Thursday after the conclusion of the lunch at 1:15 PM.

Exhibit Fees

The exhibit cost includes up to 3 people. We will need their information on your registration to create name badges with bar codes. Exhibitors are welcome to attend educational sessions and are eligible to receive continuing education credits for their attendance with their scanned SDHCA-issued badges. *See Rules and Regulations for additional details.

Showcase Row:

Member Rates*:

Add on option: For an additional $250, you can provide us with a Zoom link for a presentation you wish to hold prior to the Convention week that we will share with registrants.

Non-Member Rates:

Add on options:

For an additional $250, you can provide us with a Zoom link for a presentation you wish to hold prior to the Convention week that we will share with registrants.

Sponsor a Speaker: ­­­For an additional $1,500 your company can sponsor a speaker of your choice from our listing. (Option only for Showcase Row level).

Sponsor the Exhibitor Lunch for all attendees on September 23rd $5,000.

Include your company logo on Awards Breakfast backdrop also used in photos for $4,500.

Showcase Row receives a centrally located booth and ribbon indicating Sponsor status. This package includes signage indicating sponsorship of the break located near Showcase Row. Sponsors also receive special recognition with logos included in event materials.

General Row:

Member Rates*:

Non-Member Rates:

Add on option: For an additional $250, you can provide us with a Zoom link for a presentation you wish to hold prior to the Convention week that we will share with registrants.

General Row exhibitors retain excellent access to Convention attendees during the exhibit hours and are recognized in the Convention materials.

Other Opportunities

“Sponsorships can increase the number of visitors to your booth by as much as 50%.”     

-Center for Exhibition Industry Research

For organizations wishing for additional ways to reach SDHCA Members, please contact me for information regarding:

• Sponsoring a speaker*
• Sponsoring the lunch

 *Rates vary based on the speaker. All speakers are chosen by the SDHCA Education Committee.

PAC Dinner

The SDHCA Political Action Committee (PAC) will be hosting a “PAC Dinner” on Wednesday, September 22nd following the Social Hour. Exhibitors are welcome to attend the dinner as another opportunity to interact with attendees. Email sdhca@sdhca.org for more details.

Exhibit Inquries

If you have any questions about exhibiting or Sponsorship, please contact:

LuAnn Severson

Director of Public Affairs & Professional Development

South Dakota Health Care Association

804 N Western Avenue

Sioux Falls, SD  57104

Phone: (605) 339-2071

LuAnnSeverson@sdhca.org