Innovation Zone requirements:
Your demonstration must reflect technology that is innovative, game changing and important to entertainment markets including production, post production, broadcast, distribution, OTTs or related areas. It must provide the attendees with solution(s) that are unique and, if possible, demonstrate integrated workflows for distinctive services. Experimental products and new concepts or products are of particular interest. Start ups or creative solutions are most welcome.
You may bring secondary partners to be part of your space and demonstration if it fits within a complete solution that can differentiate the workflow or delivery process from what is available today.
Service companies and solutions providers who have unique, forward thinking offerings in production, post production, broadcast, distribution, OTT’s or a related area are invited to participate.
To apply, submit a description of what you would like to demonstrate for vetting purposes. Click here for the Application Form.
General Information:
The Innovation Zone is a meeting and networking area which will be open during conference hours as well as dedicated times. Refer to the program online (when available) for actual times.
No one is required to be with your demo during the entire time the Innovation Zone is open, except during the specific dedicated times listed in the Tech Retreat program. You are also free to make appointments during any open hours.
We encourage Tech Retreat Innovation Zone participants to invite clients, other individuals within your company and interested industry professionals to register and visit you at the HPA Tech Retreat. However, please note that there are no guest passes to attend just the Innovation Zone. All attendees must be registered through the Tech Retreat registration site.
Innovation Zone Space Fees:
$3,500 – for HPA Corporate Members (One (1) All-Access Conference Ticket)
$4,000 – for Non-Members (One (1) All-Access Conference Ticket)
One (1) Innovation Zone space includes:
- One (1) 8×10 table, two chairs, black tablecloth, and one 20 amp power drop*
- 18″x24″ sign for booth that includes logo and contact information
- Opportunity to interact with key players in the M&E community
- One (1) All-Access Conference Ticket
- Innovation Zone participants can purchase up to two (2) IZ Tech tickets for staff at the rate of $985 (does not include conference access)
*Each space includes one table, two chairs (additional table and chairs available on a limited basis, fees apply), and one 20 amp power drop. Additional power, internet, furniture, AV, power strips and other equipment can be ordered through the hotel. Contact us for details.
Innovation Zone Space Fees are Non-Refundable.
Space Information:
The Innovation Zone is one large ballroom. You may apply for more than one space if you have more than one technology to present. An additional fee will apply and this space will be provided on an availability basis.
If you have something that requires a separate space, we may be able to provide this on a “limited engagement” basis. Please contact us at innovation.zone@hpaonline.com. Please note that an additional fee will apply.
You may include anything that will fit into the space except an exhibit booth, bar-type unit or anything that will block full view or limit accessibility to the spaces around you. A small cove for monitors, racks, and stands, if they don’t block a view, will most likely be permitted. If there’s a question about this, please contact us at innovation.zone@hpaonline.com.
Select additional furniture (e.g. high boy table, high stools) may be ordered through the hotel vendor.
A/V equipment may be ordered through the hotel vendor.
Links to all forms will be provided upon acceptance of your demo.
If your application is accepted you will be sent further information including access to pay for your Innovation Zone space.
Confirmation of your space in the Innovation Zone is a commitment to have your demonstration set up from Tuesday through Thursday according to the times listed in the Program.
While your Innovation Zone demo does not need to be staffed at all times, there are specific times within the program during which Innovation Zone Staff is required to be present. All persons staffing your demo MUST have a valid ticket for the event. Approved and paid Innovation Zone space includes one full conference ticket. Any additional staff or attendees must purchase a Tech Retreat ticket.
Please contact events@hpaonline.com with any registration-related questions.
The HPA Tech Retreat has a number of Press attending. Press are requested to respect your wishes to be off-the-record or enter into an NDA, but you will need to arrange this directly with them. It is not required as part of HPA issuing a Press Pass.