Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:

What are the dates, time and place of this event?

ANSWER:

September 18, 2007 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, PAP Auditorium, Pittsburgh PA.
 
September 20, 2007 from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, 1800 Center Street, Camp Hill PA.


QUESTION:

When can I set up for the event?

ANSWER:

Pittsburgh

Camp Hill

All Vendors will have access to PAP Auditorium on September 17, 2007 between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM. If you are unable to make this time, please let your host know.

NOTE: Doors will open September 18, 2007 at 6:00 AM for additional set-up.

All vendors will have access to Building 1A-Level 1 on September 19, 2007 between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM. If you are unable to make this time, please let your host know.

NOTE: Doors will open September 20, 2007 at 6:00 AM for additional set-up.



QUESTION:

When will Highmark accept shipments for the HighTech Fair?

ANSWER:

Shipments can be sent starting on September 3, 2007 (two weeks before event).


QUESTION:

What is the Shipping Address with Phone Numbers for both Event Locations?

ANSWER:

Pittsburgh Shipping Address

Camp Hill Shipping Address

Pittsburgh Shipping Address
Highmark
ATTN: Melissa Dissinger
PAP Auditorium
120 5th Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Please note: Put the company name on the outside of the box and indicate HighTech Fair - September 18, 2007.

To verify delivery - call Terrance James at (412) 544-0331, Michelle R Labash at (412) 544-7026 or Bernie Colestock at (717) 302-2627.

Highmark
ATTN: Melissa Dissinger
HighTech Fair
1800 Center Street
Building 1A-Level 1
Camp Hill, PA 17089-0089

Please note: Put the company name on the outside of the box and indicate HighTech Fair September 20, 2007.

To verify delivery, call Bernie Colestock at (717) 302-2627.



QUESTION:

What time can we tear down the booth area?

ANSWER:

You can start tearing down your booth area 2:10 PM in both locations.


QUESTION:

Do we need to register staff for the event?

ANSWER:

Yes, please complete the registration form and include a complete list of those folks attending in both locations. Our security department will NOT let you in the building if you are not registered for the HighTech Fair.


QUESTION:

What equipment do you provide?

ANSWER:

We will provide booth area measuring 8 X 8 with tables with skirting, chairs, power strips and electric. If you require additional equipment, complete the equipment section of the registration form.


QUESTION:

What items should I bring?

ANSWER:

Any promotional materials, goodies/giveaways (pens, shirts, mugs, etc.), a laptop or PC if you want to have any demos at your booth, pop-up booth (if your company has one - if not, we will provide tables), any additional items or materials that you feel would be beneficial to the HighTech Technology Fair.


QUESTION:

What should I donate as a donated door prize?

ANSWER:

Hats, shirts, iPods, dvd players, digital camera, printers, etc. These are examples of donated door prizes last year. Keep in mind this is for our grand prize drawing.


QUESTION:

Where & when do I send our donated door prize?

ANSWER:

Highmark
Melissa Dissinger
Communications & Planning
SP -2E
PO Box 890089
1800 Center Street
Camp Hill, PA. 17089-0089


QUESTION:

Who has been invited to this event? How many people could go through the event location?

ANSWER:

All Highmark employees - this includes both business and technical staff. Last year we had over 2,500 employee attend the HighTech Fair.


QUESTION:

Who should I contact if I have any questions?

ANSWER:

Your main point of contact should be Melissa Dissinger (717) 302-2660 or Karen Badorf England (717) 302-2653. All questions prior to the HighTech Fair should be directed to them. Each vendor has been assigned a host, which will assist you the day of the fair should you need anything (copies, someone to watch your booth while you're in a break-out session, general questions, etc). For a complete list of contact information, view our Contact List.


QUESTION:

I need assistance the day of the Fair. Who should I contact?

ANSWER:

Look for any Highmark employee wearing a yellow HighTech Technology Fair polo shirt. Anyone wearing these shirts will be able to assist you.


HOTEL & TRAVEL INFORMATION

QUESTION:

Can you tell me the names of some hotels?

ANSWER:

Pittsburgh Hotels:
 
Pittsburgh Hilton & Towers
600 Commonwealth Place Gateway Center
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 391-4600
 
Renaissance Pittsburgh
107 Sixth Street
Pittsburgh, Pa 15222
(412) 562-1200

Camp Hill Hotels:
 
Radisson Hotel & Resort
Camp Hill Bypass US11&15
Camp Hill, Pa 17011
(800) 333-3333 or (717) 763-7117
 
Wingate Inn
385 Cumberland Parkway
Mechanicsburg, Pa 17055
(717) 766-2710


QUESTION:

How do I get to the HighTech Fair?

ANSWER:

From Pittsburgh to Camp Hill: From Camp Hill to Pittsburgh:

Estimated Time: 3.5 hours

1. Take the PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE EAST towards CAMP HILL for approximately 181 miles.

2. Take EXIT 17 GETTYSBURG PIKE towards GETTYSBURG/HARRISBURG.

3. Follow ROUTE 15 NORTH for approximately 5 miles. Hint: Stay in the left lane.

4. Continue through the light at BRENTWATER.

5. Continue through the light at COUNTRY CLUB.

6. At the NEXT LIGHT, turn LEFT onto 21st STREET. Note: 21st Street turns into Poplar Church Road.

7. At the SECOND LIGHT, turn LEFT onto CENTER STREET.

8. At the NEXT LIGHT, turn into the CENTER STREET PARKING LOT.

Estimated Time:3.5 hours

1. Take the PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE WEST towards PITTSBURGH for approximately 181 miles.

2. Take EXIT 6 PITTSBURGH

3. Merge onto 376 towards PITTSBURGH

4. Follow 376 for approximately 15 miles

5. Take EXIT 2 STANWIX STREET (exit to the left).

6. Go STRAIGHT on STANWIX STREET approximately 6 blocks.

Note: You will see Fifth Avenue Place on your right. Penn Avenue Place is located directly behind Fifth Avenue Place. The buildings are connected by a walkway.

7. For parking, turn RIGHT onto PENN AVENUE.

8. Almost immediately, turn RIGHT into the FIFTH AVENUE PLACE PARKING GARAGE.