Authorized WEFTEC Service Contractors
Ensure a seamless WEFTEC experience by consulting this list of authorized service contractors. Guard against unsolicited offers by referencing only the officially listed vendors for services ranging from air freight and booth sales to exhibitor services and more. For legitimate support and inquiries, this resource is indispensable.
Email expoinfo@wef.org if you receive solicitation from a vendor who is not authorized.
Hotel room/housing and attendee list offers are the most common types of spam solicitation.
Types of Contractors
Services will be purchased using the Exhibitor Service Manual (ESM) via the Exhibitor Resource Center (ERC)
Air/Water/Drain/Gas
Freeman
(888) 508-5054
exhibitorsupport@freeman.com
Exhibitor Support
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Audio/Visual
Freeman
(888) 508-5054
exhibitorsupport@freeman.com
Exhibitor Support
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Booth Assistants, Specialists & Presenter
Spark Presentations
Andy Saks
WEFTEC Exhibitor Services Booth Staffing
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Booth Sales
North America
Kate Hawley, CEM, Director, Business Development
(703) 684-2423
khawley@wef.org
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Catering
OVG Hospitality
infoovg@mccormickplace.com
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Digital Exhibitor Listings
Map Your Show
Tony Kruessel
Sr. Exhibitor Engagement Manager
513-527-8894
tkressel@mapyourshow.com
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Electrical
Freeman
(888) 508-5054
exhibitorsupport@freeman.com
Exhibitor Support
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Exhibitor Services
Laura Helm, CEM, CMP, Director, Exhibition Operations
(703) 684-2443
expoinfo@wef.org
Veronica Peterson Coordinator, Exhibitions Operations
(703) 684-2443
expoinfo@wef.org
General Information
(703) 684-2443
expoinfo@wef.org
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Flooring and Furnishings
Freeman
(888) 508-5054
exhibitorsupport@freeman.com
Exhibitor Support
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Floral
Floral Exposition
Will Nichols
Phone: 1-407-855-0339
Fax: 1-407-855-0242
orders@floralexpo.net
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Hanging Signs
Freeman
(888) 508-5054
exhibitorsupport@freeman.com
Exhibitor Support
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Housing/Hospitality Suites
Convention Management Resources, Inc. (CMR)
U.S. and Canada: (888) 301-4933
International: (415) 979-2298
Contact CMR
Direct specific inquiries about group housing assignments, room block agreements, rooming lists, and reservation confirmations to CMR. CMR has managed WEFTEC hotel reservations on behalf of the Water Environment Federation (WEF) for over 15 years. Reservations at the negotiated WEFTEC rates can only be made through CMR. WEF does not authorize or endorse any other housing service or independent broker.
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International Freight Forwarder
Paul LeMoine
paul.lemoine@shippgl.com
817-706-4992
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Internet/Telecommunications
McCormick Place
312-791-6113
technology@mccormickplace.com
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Labor
Freeman
(888) 508-5054
exhibitorsupport@freeman.com
Exhibitor Support
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Lead Retrieval
Maritz Global Events
US & International: (864) 208-3376
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Material Handling & Rigging
Freeman
(888) 508-5054
exhibitorsupport@freeman.com
Exhibitor Support
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McCormick Place
2301 S Martin Luther King Dr
Chicago, IL 60616
Website
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Registration
Maritz Global Events (MGE)
Globally: +1-864-208-3376
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Shipping
Freeman
U.S. Exhibitors
(800) 995-3579
Exhibit.transportation@freeman.com
International Exhibitors
(817) 607-5183
international.freight@freeman.com
Carriers such as UPS and FedEx will not wait at the marshalling yard during move-out. To prevent shipments from being rerouted or incurring additional fees, we highly recommend using an alternative carrier.
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Sustainability Initiative
Freeman
Freeman's work has helped to set a new standard for eco-friendly products and services within the brand experience industry. Learn more about Freeman's Sustainability Initiative.
McCormick Place
Cormick Place, North America's largest convention center, is committed to sustainability. It's a leader in green event management, collaborating with partners like MPEA, Oak View Group, OVG Hospitality, and campus sub-contractors to implement a robust sustainability program. Learn more about Sustainability at McCormick Place.
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Water Environment Federation Staff Directory
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WEFTEC 2025
98th Annual
Technical Exhibition & Conference
McCormick Place Convention Center
Chicago, Ill. USA
Conference: September 27 - October 1, 2025
Exhibition: September 29 - October 1, 2025
Code of Conduct
WEF is committed to providing a professional, safe and welcoming environment during its in-person and virtual events for all water professionals and their guests. WEF expects all attendees, exhibitors, speakers, sponsors, media, and other participants to uphold our commitment to diversity and inclusion by helping us provide a positive conference environment for everyone.
Read the Code