Statewide Training And Resources - STAR
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STAR 2009
Thursday - May 21, 2009
Boston Convention Exhibition Center (BCEC)
Boston, MA
Attendee Registration (coming soon)
Please click here for the STAR 2008 Program Book 
WHAT IS STAR? It is the Statewide Training And Resource Exposition (STAR) that takes place each spring in Boston. STAR is well attended by public purchasers and other key employees representing Commonwealth agencies, cities and towns across the Commonwealth, independent authorities, higher education and eligible not for profit human & social service agencies.
STAR 2009 is expected to be another exceptional event for both attendees and exhibitors to meet and discuss planned projects and share information. More than 2,000 Commonwealth employees are expected with over 325 exhibitors. With its new venue the STAR 2009 Exposition will be an event to remember.
Statewide contractors and multi-department contractors are invited to register for STAR and take advantage of an excellent opportunity to exhibit and market to the Commonwealth. More than one exhibitor has said, “If you’re doing business with the Commonwealth you have to be at STAR.” Another said, “I conducted B2B at STAR and established a relationship that offers excellent revenue and a lasting relationship.”
Interested in Registering as an Exhibitor? Select a booth and register online. Returning STAR Exhibitors can use their existing STAR user name and password to select a booth and immediately register. Please read the STAR Registration Policy when registering. An existing profile may also be edited at the same time. If you are a First Time Exhibitor, you will need to first establish a user name, password and profile. Then you can purchase booth(s). Additional exhibitor information is listed below.
If you forgot your password or user name, email to STAR Administrator at staradmin@state.ma.us. Click here to view the dynamic Floor Plan to help you determine the best location for exhibiting at STAR 2009.
Booth Prices | Size | Size |
| Early Registration (paid by 1/31/09): | $1,010 | $950 |
| STAR 2009 Booth Prices (paid after 1/31/09 and before 5/21/09): | $1,050 | $995 |
| STAR 2009 Booth Prices (paid after 5/21/09): | $1,100 | $1,045 |
Sponsorship Fees | Price |
| Platinum | $7,000 |
| Gold | $5,000 |
| Silver | $3,000 |
| Others | $1,500 to $3,500 |
Prizes will be available to exhibitors – stay until the end for art and sports memorabilia prizes.
Payment: After registration payment may be made by either check or credit card.
Check Payments: Make your check payable to: Commonwealth of Massachusetts STAR. Mail your check to: STAR, Operational Services Division Room 1017, One Ashburton Place, Boston MA 02108.
Credit Card Payments: To pay for your Booth, Sponsorship and/or Advertising with a credit card please call the STAR Credit Card Message Center at 617-720-3367 and your needs will be addressed. Please leave a message if necessary and your call will be returned as soon as possible.
Set up your booth on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 and join us for the Meet , Greet 'n Nosh reception at the BCEC.
Exhibitor Opportunities and Event Information:
Program Book & Vendor Information Guide - Advertising Rates 
Boston Convention & Exhibition Information/Directions
Education Workshops (coming in January)
Event Services Guide & Forms: Electricity, Internet/Telephone
Exhibitors Service Kit (Freeman Decorators)
Attendee Registration (coming soon) and Information
We hope that you like our online registration process. Your address information will also be used for follow up emails and “snail mail” so please be sure your information is correct. Also, encourage your colleagues to register for STAR - the largest Commonwealth knowledge event of the year.
Why STAR?
STAR is the only event offering FREE training workshops to its attendees. Attend these FREE workshops and save your department money. Your day will be filled at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. You can save valuable work time by visiting our many exhibitors and acquainting yourself with their commodities and services. STAR 2009 will have many new vendors, excellent education workshops, entertainment, continental breakfast and lunch. It will also feature exhibitor sponsored door prizes for all attendees ranging from sports memorabilia, art work, department store gift cards, sports tickets, vendor related products, gas cards and more. Stay until the end and see much more!
An Important Fact:
STAR is free to attendees! An attendee at STAR has an excellent opportunity to meet many contractors, discuss planned projects and save time by meeting vendors in one place on one day. The commodities and services offered by STAR exhibitors are available to all Commonwealth departments and eligible entities. STAR also offers attendees an excellent selection of free career development workshops saving departments hundreds of dollars. Some attendees have stated: “STAR is an excellent opportunity to learn about and meet the vendors I have been wanting to research and use.” “Keep up the good work. STAR is chock full of great information. There is something for everyone! ”
Attendees can also pick up Bingo Cards at registration. You'll visit the Bingo Booths, secure a colored sticker and drop your card into the marked bin at the stage. You'll be eligible for prizes at the end of the day.
Directions: Parking at STAR is free but keep in mind that public transportation is also convenient via the MBTA Red Line to South Station or the MBTA Silver Line (Waterfront Station to Way Station).
FREE Breakfast – Lunch – Parking – Workshops