{"id":4537,"date":"2017-02-23T20:16:47","date_gmt":"2017-02-23T20:16:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/meetings2-2\/?page_id=4537"},"modified":"2025-12-04T13:38:51","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T13:38:51","slug":"exhibitor-information","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/exhibitor-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Exhibitor Information"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-4537\" data-postid=\"4537\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-4537 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_773cb10 tb_first tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_7dc199f first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_83f6eb1   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>Exhibitor Set-Up<\/h2>\n<p>Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 12pm-4pm<\/p>\n<h2>Exhibitor Hours<\/h2>\n<p>Monday, December 8, 2025 | 9:30am\u20134pm<br \/>\nTuesday, December 9, 2025 | 9:30am\u20134pm<br \/>\nWednesday, December 10, 2025 | 9am\u201310:30am<\/p>\n<p>To maximize traffic, the exhibit hall will flow directly from the keynote space.\u00a0 Exhibit spaces will be closed to traffic during keynotes and titan talks to minimize background noise.<\/p>\n<p>Exhibit hours were designed to maximize exposure to exhibitors and conference attendees. Coffee breaks will be served in the exhibit area at 9:30-10am Monday \u2013 Wednesday and 3-4pm Monday \u2013 Tuesday, so you\u2019ll want to be sure your booth is staffed during those times.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_mpon75 last\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_tve9381 image-center   tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments.jpg\" class=\"lightbox-builder themify_lightbox\">\n                                   <span class=\"zoom\">\n                <svg  aria-label=\"Open\" class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-search\" role=\"img\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-search\"><\/use><\/svg>            <\/span>\n                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1717\" height=\"1326\" src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-11710\" title=\"WSC25 Exhibit Table Assignments\" alt=\"WSC25 Exhibit Table Assignments\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments.jpg 1717w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments-1024x791.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments-768x593.jpg 768w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments-1536x1186.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1717px) 100vw, 1717px\" \/>        <\/a>\n    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_8r9f217 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_rux4217 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_fqkm217   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>Exhibitor Hours by Appointment<\/h2>\n<p>On Monday and Tuesday, Exhibitors are encouraged to set up appointments with attendees between 4-5pm. This is an excellent time for demonstrations and\/or more in-depth product or sales information.<\/p>\n<h2>10&#8242; x 10&#8242; Exhibit Package<\/h2>\n<p>Items provided in your booth, per exhibitor:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8 \u00bd\u201d x 11\u201d Identification Sign<\/li>\n<li>6\u2019 x 30\u201d Table<\/li>\n<li>2 Side Chairs<\/li>\n<li>Basic electricity + power strip<\/li>\n<li>Facility is carpeted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Please note that there will not be pipe &amp; drape behind or between booths. You are welcome to bring backdrops and additional furnishings, if you stay within the 10\u2019 x 10\u2019 space provided. If additional standard furnishings (i.e. additional chairs or highboy\/cocktail tables) are requested, please email <a href=\"mailto:ehood@informs.org\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">ehood@informs.org<\/a> no later than November 7.<\/p>\n<h2>User Group Meetings<\/h2>\n<p>Exhibitors may host User Group Meetings on Tuesday evening between\u00a0<span style=\"color: black;font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;font-size: 11pt;background-color: initial\">5:45pm \u2013 8:30pm<\/span><span style=\"background-color: initial;font-size: 0.95em\">, There is no additional fee for a screen or projector. Please note rooms will be set for technical sessions and cannot be modified for user group meetings. <\/span><span style=\"font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif;font-size: 15.3333px;background-color: initial\">\u00a0Companies will be responsible for ordering their own catering. If interested in catering, please contact Alex Carkner, <a href=\"mailto:Alex.Carkner@sheraton.com\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Alex.Carkner@sheraton.com<\/a> and copy Rose Hagen, <a href=\"mailto:rose.hagen@sheraton.com\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">rose.hagen@sheraton.com<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Exhibitor Move-Out<\/h2>\n<p>Wednesday, December 10, 2025| 10:30am-12pm<\/p>\n<h2>Exhibitor Registration:<\/h2>\n<p>Registration is required to receive a badge and to access the conference&#8217;s mobile app.<\/p>\n<p>Each booth comes with 2 full, complimentary registrations.\u00a0 Additional registrations can be purchased for $375 per person.\u00a0 As all exhibit reps should have either the complimentary or discounted registration, exhibit reps are welcome and encouraged to fully participate in the conference.\u00a0 This includes keynotes, titan talks, technical sessions, workshops, and the networking reception.<\/p>\n<h2>Mobile App<\/h2>\n<p>The Mobile App is scheduled to be released on\/around December 3. Exhibitors will have full access to the app and should download before arriving in Seattle. You will receive an email once it is available.<\/p>\n<p>Connect with colleagues! Within the app you can see who is attending and speaking, mark favorites and send private messages. \u00a0The mobile app also offers a Digital Business Card Exchange where participants can scan each other\u2019s QR codes within the app. More details are to be provided.<\/p>\n<h2>Internet Options<\/h2>\n<p>Wi-Fi for light browsing and email will be available in the conference area. If you require a dedicated line for streaming or demos, internet for your exhibit area can be ordered directly through the <a href=\"https:\/\/eventnow.encoreglobal.com\/myevents\/result\/index\/show_id\/b265a2dc-4dbf-f011-bbd2-000d3a9e1aa9\/\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Encore EventNow portal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Audio Visual Equipment Rental<\/h2>\n<p>INFORMS is also offering access to Prestige AV &amp; Creative Services, the AV provider for the Winter Simulation Conference. This equipment rental is available to our exhibitors at a discounted rate.<\/p>\n<p>Click here to access the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cognitoforms.com\/PrestigeAVCreativeServices\/InformsWinterSimulation2025ExhibitorAVOrderForm\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">AV Order Form<\/a>. The password is informs2025.<\/p>\n<h2>Shipping Information<\/h2>\n<p>You can ship your booth materials directly to the Sheraton Grand Seattle FedEx Office Print &amp; Ship Center.<\/p>\n<p>All guest and event packages being shipped to the property must follow the address label standards (illustrated below) to prevent packaging routing delays.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a0Guest Name\/Guest Cell Number<\/em><br \/>\n<em>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 c\/o FedEx Office at Sheraton Grand Seattle<\/em><br \/>\n<em>\u00a0 \u00a0 1400 6th Avenue<\/em><br \/>\n<em>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Seattle, WA 98101<\/em><br \/>\n<em>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 [Winter Simulation Conference\/Grand Ballroom AB\/Booth #____]<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Box____of_____<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Please schedule your shipment(s) to arrive no earlier than four (4) days prior to the start date to avoid additional storage fees. Use the name of the recipient who will be on-site to receive and sign for the package(s).<\/p>\n<p>Detailed instructions from preparing your shipment to outbound shipping from the hotel can be found on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/content\/dam\/fedex\/us-united-states\/FedEx-Office\/images\/2023\/5539_Sheraton_Grand_Seattle_Shipping_Instructions.pdf\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">FedEx Office Sheraton Grand Seattle Shipping Instructions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Shipments into and out of a hotel featuring a FedEx Office location are subject to receiving or handling fees in addition to the transportation charges incurred for shipping, regardless of the transportation carrier.<\/p>\n<p>Exhibitors are encouraged to contact the FedEx Office with any specific questions in advance of shipping items. The FedEx Office Print &amp; Ship Center can be reached at (206) 467-4066.\u00a0 Emails may be sent to <a href=\"mailto:USA5539@FEDEX.COM\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">USA5539@FEDEX.COM<\/a>.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"ftc\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_has_section tb_section-ftc tb_epgv535 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_szac535 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_wrc8401   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>Important Exhibitor Alerts<\/h2>\n<p>As an exhibitor, you may receive emails and phone calls from various companies offering hotel rooms at discounted rates, conference attendee lists, etc. <strong>These companies are NOT affiliated with INFORMS or WSC and are NOT authorized by INFORMS or WSC to contact exhibitors. Do not reply to these requests.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>These pirates threaten the meetings and events industry as they disrupt the process and cause confusion. They aim to scam exhibitors and attendees and have them purchase fraudulent lists or book rooms that may never be reserved or exist.<\/p>\n<p>Your personal contact information is never posted online by INFORMS or WSC and is only shared with the service providers authorized by INFORMS (i.e., Sheraton Grand or Prestige AV).<\/p>\n<p>All exhibitor correspondence will be sent directly from INFORMS, WSC committee members, or one of the official service providers via email. If any correspondence is received from an unsolicited source, please do not respond to any of their inquiries.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Help Us Help You!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If your company has received fraudulent emails or phone calls soliciting you to purchase attendee lists, book hotel rooms, or other products\/services, please file a report!<\/p>\n<p>The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has created a new process for individuals and companies to report these activities. The FTC will share these reports with their law enforcement partners to help with investigations and stop these practices.<\/p>\n<p>How to file a fraud report:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission website:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/reportfraud.ftc.gov\/*\/__;Iw!!JhrIYaSK6lFZ!vNQCWdDzGKTfDK0Y8fKb-HNvY9jRCMCGvGkRX6EqAn6yoiUOCmmL4fT7nPXVWKIjq3_P4Y-eFl3Ox-oeXprUpFKA73sjVQ$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Click on \u201cReport Now\u201d<\/li>\n<li>For Question 1: \u201cIs your report about any of these common problems?\u201d\u00a0Select \u201cAn Impersonator\u201d (top left answer)<\/li>\n<li>For Question 2:\u201dWho were they pretending to be?\u201d Select \u201cWell-known or trusted business\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Click \u201cContinue\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Add as much information as you have (i.e., copy the email) and submit!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Thank you for helping us report these frauds! With enough complaints, we can work to stop these pirates from targeting your organizations in the future!<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n<!--\/themify_builder_content-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Exhibitor Set-Up Sunday, December 7, 2025 | 12pm-4pm Exhibitor Hours Monday, December 8, 2025 | 9:30am\u20134pm Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | 9:30am\u20134pm Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | 9am\u201310:30am To maximize traffic, the exhibit hall will flow directly from the keynote space.\u00a0 Exhibit spaces will be closed to traffic during keynotes and titan talks to minimize [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1001077,"featured_media":8965,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4537","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","has-post-title","has-post-date","has-post-category","has-post-tag","has-post-comment","has-post-author",""],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.0 (Yoast SEO v26.0) - 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Coffee breaks will be served in the exhibit area at 9:30-10am Monday \u2013 Wednesday and 3-4pm Monday \u2013 Tuesday, so you\u2019ll want to be sure your booth is staffed during those times.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments.jpg\"> <svg aria-label=\"Open\" role=\"img\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-search\"><\/use><\/svg> <img src=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments.jpg\" title=\"WSC25 Exhibit Table Assignments\" alt=\"WSC25 Exhibit Table Assignments\" srcset=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments.jpg 1717w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments-1024x791.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments-768x593.jpg 768w, https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/files\/2025\/11\/WSC25-Exhibit-Table-Assignments-1536x1186.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1717px) 100vw, 1717px\" \/> <\/a>\n<h2>Exhibitor Hours by Appointment<\/h2> <p>On Monday and Tuesday, Exhibitors are encouraged to set up appointments with attendees between 4-5pm. This is an excellent time for demonstrations and\/or more in-depth product or sales information.<\/p> <h2>10' x 10' Exhibit Package<\/h2> <p>Items provided in your booth, per exhibitor:<\/p> <ul> <li>8 \u00bd\u201d x 11\u201d Identification Sign<\/li> <li>6\u2019 x 30\u201d Table<\/li> <li>2 Side Chairs<\/li> <li>Basic electricity + power strip<\/li> <li>Facility is carpeted<\/li> <\/ul> <p>Please note that there will not be pipe &amp; drape behind or between booths. You are welcome to bring backdrops and additional furnishings, if you stay within the 10\u2019 x 10\u2019 space provided. If additional standard furnishings (i.e. additional chairs or highboy\/cocktail tables) are requested, please email <a href=\"mailto:ehood@informs.org\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">ehood@informs.org<\/a> no later than November 7.<\/p> <h2>User Group Meetings<\/h2> <p>Exhibitors may host User Group Meetings on Tuesday evening between\u00a05:45pm \u2013 8:30pm, There is no additional fee for a screen or projector. Please note rooms will be set for technical sessions and cannot be modified for user group meetings. \u00a0Companies will be responsible for ordering their own catering. If interested in catering, please contact Alex Carkner, <a href=\"mailto:Alex.Carkner@sheraton.com\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Alex.Carkner@sheraton.com<\/a> and copy Rose Hagen, <a href=\"mailto:rose.hagen@sheraton.com\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">rose.hagen@sheraton.com<\/a>.<\/p> <h2>Exhibitor Move-Out<\/h2> <p>Wednesday, December 10, 2025| 10:30am-12pm<\/p> <h2>Exhibitor Registration:<\/h2> <p>Registration is required to receive a badge and to access the conference's mobile app.<\/p> <p>Each booth comes with 2 full, complimentary registrations.\u00a0 Additional registrations can be purchased for $375 per person.\u00a0 As all exhibit reps should have either the complimentary or discounted registration, exhibit reps are welcome and encouraged to fully participate in the conference.\u00a0 This includes keynotes, titan talks, technical sessions, workshops, and the networking reception.<\/p> <h2>Mobile App<\/h2> <p>The Mobile App is scheduled to be released on\/around December 3. Exhibitors will have full access to the app and should download before arriving in Seattle. You will receive an email once it is available.<\/p> <p>Connect with colleagues! Within the app you can see who is attending and speaking, mark favorites and send private messages. \u00a0The mobile app also offers a Digital Business Card Exchange where participants can scan each other\u2019s QR codes within the app. More details are to be provided.<\/p> <h2>Internet Options<\/h2> <p>Wi-Fi for light browsing and email will be available in the conference area. If you require a dedicated line for streaming or demos, internet for your exhibit area can be ordered directly through the <a href=\"https:\/\/eventnow.encoreglobal.com\/myevents\/result\/index\/show_id\/b265a2dc-4dbf-f011-bbd2-000d3a9e1aa9\/\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Encore EventNow portal<\/a>.<\/p> <h2>Audio Visual Equipment Rental<\/h2> <p>INFORMS is also offering access to Prestige AV &amp; Creative Services, the AV provider for the Winter Simulation Conference. This equipment rental is available to our exhibitors at a discounted rate.<\/p> <p>Click here to access the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cognitoforms.com\/PrestigeAVCreativeServices\/InformsWinterSimulation2025ExhibitorAVOrderForm\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">AV Order Form<\/a>. The password is informs2025.<\/p> <h2>Shipping Information<\/h2> <p>You can ship your booth materials directly to the Sheraton Grand Seattle FedEx Office Print &amp; Ship Center.<\/p> <p>All guest and event packages being shipped to the property must follow the address label standards (illustrated below) to prevent packaging routing delays.<\/p> <p><em>\u00a0Guest Name\/Guest Cell Number<\/em><br \/> <em>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 c\/o FedEx Office at Sheraton Grand Seattle<\/em><br \/> <em>\u00a0 \u00a0 1400 6th Avenue<\/em><br \/> <em>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Seattle, WA 98101<\/em><br \/> <em>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 [Winter Simulation Conference\/Grand Ballroom AB\/Booth #____]<\/em><\/p> <p><em>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Box____of_____<\/em><\/p> <p>Please schedule your shipment(s) to arrive no earlier than four (4) days prior to the start date to avoid additional storage fees. Use the name of the recipient who will be on-site to receive and sign for the package(s).<\/p> <p>Detailed instructions from preparing your shipment to outbound shipping from the hotel can be found on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/content\/dam\/fedex\/us-united-states\/FedEx-Office\/images\/2023\/5539_Sheraton_Grand_Seattle_Shipping_Instructions.pdf\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">FedEx Office Sheraton Grand Seattle Shipping Instructions<\/a>.<\/p> <p>Shipments into and out of a hotel featuring a FedEx Office location are subject to receiving or handling fees in addition to the transportation charges incurred for shipping, regardless of the transportation carrier.<\/p> <p>Exhibitors are encouraged to contact the FedEx Office with any specific questions in advance of shipping items. The FedEx Office Print &amp; Ship Center can be reached at (206) 467-4066.\u00a0 Emails may be sent to <a href=\"mailto:USA5539@FEDEX.COM\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">USA5539@FEDEX.COM<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Important Exhibitor Alerts<\/h2> <p>As an exhibitor, you may receive emails and phone calls from various companies offering hotel rooms at discounted rates, conference attendee lists, etc. <strong>These companies are NOT affiliated with INFORMS or WSC and are NOT authorized by INFORMS or WSC to contact exhibitors. Do not reply to these requests.<\/strong><\/p> <p>These pirates threaten the meetings and events industry as they disrupt the process and cause confusion. They aim to scam exhibitors and attendees and have them purchase fraudulent lists or book rooms that may never be reserved or exist.<\/p> <p>Your personal contact information is never posted online by INFORMS or WSC and is only shared with the service providers authorized by INFORMS (i.e., Sheraton Grand or Prestige AV).<\/p> <p>All exhibitor correspondence will be sent directly from INFORMS, WSC committee members, or one of the official service providers via email. If any correspondence is received from an unsolicited source, please do not respond to any of their inquiries.<\/p> <p><strong>Help Us Help You!<\/strong><\/p> <p>If your company has received fraudulent emails or phone calls soliciting you to purchase attendee lists, book hotel rooms, or other products\/services, please file a report!<\/p> <p>The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has created a new process for individuals and companies to report these activities. The FTC will share these reports with their law enforcement partners to help with investigations and stop these practices.<\/p> <p>How to file a fraud report:<\/p> <ul> <li>Go to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission website:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/reportfraud.ftc.gov\/*\/__;Iw!!JhrIYaSK6lFZ!vNQCWdDzGKTfDK0Y8fKb-HNvY9jRCMCGvGkRX6EqAn6yoiUOCmmL4fT7nPXVWKIjq3_P4Y-eFl3Ox-oeXprUpFKA73sjVQ$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">gov<\/a><\/li> <li>Click on \u201cReport Now\u201d<\/li> <li>For Question 1: \u201cIs your report about any of these common problems?\u201d\u00a0Select \u201cAn Impersonator\u201d (top left answer)<\/li> <li>For Question 2:\u201dWho were they pretending to be?\u201d Select \u201cWell-known or trusted business\u201d<\/li> <li>Click \u201cContinue\u201d<\/li> <li>Add as much information as you have (i.e., copy the email) and submit!<\/li> <\/ul> <p>Thank you for helping us report these frauds! With enough complaints, we can work to stop these pirates from targeting your organizations in the future!<\/p>","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4537","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1001077"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4537"}],"version-history":[{"count":188,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4537\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11831,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4537\/revisions\/11831"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8965"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2025\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4537"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}