Bringing the Industry Together
SNAXPO 2011 will feature close to 100 exhibitors and unite up to 1,000 top management, qualified buyers and key decision-makers from throughout the snack food industry, including manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of:
• Potato Chips
• Tortilla Chips
• Cereal Snacks
• Pretzels
• Popcorn
• Cheese Snacks
• Snack Crackers
• Meat Snacks
• Pork Rinds
• Snack Nuts
• Party Mix
• Corn Snacks
• Pellet Snacks
• Fruit Snacks
• Snack Bars
• Granola
• Snack Cakes
• Cookies & Various other snacks

Key decisions-makers attend SNAXPO looking for products and services from the following categories:
• Finished Products
• Ingredients, Flavorings & Seasonings
• Packaging Equipment & Materials
• Processing & Laboratory Equipment
• Services:
Analytical Testing
Computer Systems
Consulting
Promotional
Publications
Truck/Transportation
Warehousing


What Will You See At SNAXPO 2011?
• Exhibitors from virtually every aspect of the snacking industry
• Expert speakers and industry presentations
• Educational Programs on a variety of industry issues
• Special Latin American Track with the entire program in Spanish
• Prestigious Circle of Honor Award presented to an individual for outstanding
   contributions to growth, professionalism and success in the snack food industry
• Special events to honor international attendees, first time attendees and new SFA members
• One of Florida’s most prestigious hotels located near the world’s most popular vacation destination



Registration Fees & Pricing:
For a list of SNAXPO 2011 Registration Fees,
Packages and Itemized Ticket Pricing click here.


Show Schedule:
To view the Show Schedule, click here.



EXHIBIT INFORMATION

Exibit Site & Headquarters Hotel


Coquina Ballroom at the
JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes

4040 Central Florida Parkway
Orlando, Florida 32837

Main Phone Number: 407-206-2300
Reservations: 800-576-5750

Click here  to visit website


Exhibit Show Hours
(Subject to Change)

Monday, March 21, 2011
1:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011
11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday, March 23, 2011
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.


To encourage continuous traffic in the exhibit hall, there will be:
  • Refreshments on the exhibit floor
  • Random cash drawings with a grand prize on the final day
  • The SFA Information Services Booth


Hotel Reservations
JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes
4040 Central Florida Parkway
Orlando, Florida 32837

Main Phone Number: 407-206-2300
Reservations: 800-576-5750
Reserve your room online:
Click here to book now

Room Rates:
$269 Single/Double ($20 additional person)
Rooms are available until Thursday, February 24, 2011 or until the SNAXPO Room Block is filled, whichever comes first. Rates are guaranteed only when SNAXPO is mentioned for reservations.

For Suite Reservations:
Please contact Liz Wells for pricing and availability at lwells@sfa.org or call 800-628-1334, ext 202. Options this year include the following: Presidential Suite, Grande Suite, Executive Suits and Hospitality Suites.

Reservation Deadline:
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Room reservations must be made directly with The JW Marriott Grande Lakes. A credit card or check covering one night’s room revenue is needed to guarantee reservations. Cancellations may be made up to 6:00 p.m., 72 hours before the day of arrival without penalty.

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 12:00 PM

The JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes offers High Speed and Wi-Fi Internet Connections in all rooms.



Travel Information
Orlando International Airport is approximately 9 miles from the JW Marriott and is directly linked via State Road 528. One-way cab fare from the airport to the resort is about $26. For Orlando Airport flight information, transportation services, flight times and more, visit www.orlandoairports.net

Travel Discounts:
Air Travel
American Airlines is offering discounted meeting fares. To take advantage of these fares and receive a 5% discount off the lowest applicable eligible published air fare, make your reservations online at www.AA.com and enter the promotion code 6320AA and Business Extra #792208. Those traveling from outside the U.S. should call their local reservations number and refer to promotion code STARfile 6320AA. You may also call American Airlines’ Meeting Services Desk at (800) 433-1790 and refer to the Promotion Code. Tickets purchased by phone will be subject to a $20 ticketing charge.

Car Rentals
Avis is also offering discounted rental car rates to SNAXPO attendees. Please call Avis Meeting and Group Reservations at (800) 331-1600 and mention Discount Number A378099.

Airport Travel Discounts:
Cabs
The Orlando International Airport is about 15 minutes away from the hotel. We've asked that cabs be available at the JW Marriott on Monday & Tuesday evening for attendees, should you want to go off property, but because the hotel is not downtown, you may need to plan ahead should there be no available cabs.


Attire & Event Information

Sunday Welcome Reception:
Attire: Florida Casual
For those who have purchased the full SNAXPO Package or a ticket to attend this exciting event, please know the event will be held outdoors on the Valencia Terrace of the JW Marriott. No worries for the ladies; the terrace is paved. If you should arrive too late to pick-up your badge at the SNAXPO Registration Desk, SFA staff will be prepared to make sure your name is on the list to attend at the entrance.

Exhibit Hours & Speaker Sessions:
Attire: Business Casual

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony:
Be sure to participate in the official ribbon cutting ceremony in front of the SNAXPO Exhibit Hall on Monday, March 21 at 5:45 p.m. Then enter the Exhibit Hall for a reception to honor this year's International Attendees and visit with the exhibitors at their booth.

Please be sure to register for the SnackPAC Golf tournament – Wednesday, March 23 from 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the Ritz Carlton Golf course. To register, you must make a personal contribution (no corporate checks or credit cards) of $400 per person.

Wednesday Night Tribute to Sponsors & Exhibitors:
Attire: Black Tie Optional
This event will be held at the JW Marriott in Mediterranean Salon 5. If you have a ticket for this event (included in the full package) remember to make your seat selection at the banquet-seating desk in the registration area no later than Tuesday afternoon, March 31. Here is the schedule for the evening:

7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Reception in the Mediterranean Foyer
8:00 - 9:15 p.m. Dinner will be served
9:15 - 11:00 p.m. Dancing & Entertainment

Fine Dining Options:
There are two award-winning restaurants on the property. PRIMO as the JW Marriott and NORMAN’s next door at the Ritz Carlton. Make your reservations as soon as you can.

Weather:
Average Temperature in March:
Daytime High 80 degrees
Nighttime Low 59 degrees

SNAXPO Registration Desk:
Registration Badges will NOT be mailed in advance. Attendees and Exhibitors may pick up badges and tickets at the SNAXPO Registration Desk, located in the Mediterranean Foyer 1-3 in the JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes. The desk will open on Sunday, March 20 at 8:00 a.m. and be open most days from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.


Exhibitor Information

Attendee Information