Checklist Deadline Dates

NEW EXHIBITORS

If this is the first time you are exhibiting in The Atlanta Shoe Market, you are responsible for the initiation fee and the 2026 SEST dues. First time exhibitors are not responsible for late fees.

POINTS

Membership in Southeastern Shoe Travelers Association is necessary in order to keep your points on an updated accrual basis. Membership in SEST is also required for participation in The Atlanta Shoe Market.

LOCATION/ASSIGNMENT

Space is assigned first by category of merchandise, secondly by points. The Rooming Committee has the right to assign booth locations based on the size and structure of the booth. All exhibitors having constructed booths must submit their booth plans with their contract by the April 17, 2026 deadline date. There is a $100 fine for contracts postmarked after April 17, 2026.

Cobb Convention Center & Renaissance Waverly Hotel Booths:

Main Hall, Fashion Collection Ballroom, Fashion Plaza & Grand Ballroom – 10 x10 furnished and unfurnished booth options available. Furnished booths include tables, chairs, carpet, fabric walls and wastebasket. Unfurnished booths include carpet and fabric walls. Shelving and electrical services are available separately. See order forms under the exhibitor tab on the website.

Meeting Rooms:

Renaissance Waverly Hotel (1st & 2nd Floor) – located in the Renaissance Waverly Hotel adjacent to the Fashion Plaza and Grand Ballroom on the 2nd floor. All meeting rooms include draped tables, chairs, wastebasket. Shelving is available separately. See order forms under the exhibitor tab on the website.

BOOTH EXHIBITORS

Please note the suggested furnished booth set-up plans. This has been done for your convenience. When you arrive in your booth, the booth will be set-up according to your preference. Please mark your booth preference on your registration form. If there are any changes to your booth set-up after your arrival, you will be charged a $75 change fee. Your tables will be fully draped in show colors at no extra charge to you. Etageres can be ordered directly through RPMXPO Services. Please look for that form in the RPM packet, which will be emailed directly to the registered exhibitor. Return your completed form directly to RPMXPO Services.

MEETING ROOM EXHIBITORS

MEETING ROOM FEES- All meeting room exhibitors are responsible for paying the Southeastern Shoe Travelers Association Annual dues of $75 and the $150 MARKET FEE PER PERSON.

IMPROPER PAYMENT/LATE FEES

If your contract is received without proper payment, it will be returned. NO ONE WILL BE ASSIGNED A SPACE UNLESS PAYMENTS ARE MADE IN FULL. You may pay with Visa, MasterCard, Amex., check or cash.

MATERIAL HANDLING

There is a charge based on weight per shipment. There is a minimum weight charged, and this charge will be placed on any item that is sent to the Galleria for the exhibitor.