Attendee

Join Window Film magazine and the IWFA for the 2013 International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™ (IWFC) September 18-20 in Tampa, Fla.! The IWFC will include educational seminars, the Exhibition/ Extravaganza and Tint-Off™ Competitions.

Plan your trip early and make sure you are close to all the action! Get the get the most “bang for your buck” by reserving your hotel room early for the discounted room rate and pre-registering to receive the full event for an early-bird rate. Pre-registration also helps us plan proper room sizes and seating, adequate food and beverage and other items for your enjoyment and comfort. You must pre-register to attend by the end of business on August 30, 2013. If you wish to compete, please select the competitions tab as registration deadlines differ.

Accommodations

Attendees can reside in comfort at the Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel and Marina. Discounted rooms have been made available to IWFC attendees for only $129 USD per night, per single/double, plus tax. Hotel reservations are available online or you may call 888/789-3090. When calling you must reference the Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel and Marina and code AGWF13 to access the discounted room block ending August 27, 2013. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Right along the Garrison Channel and directly beside the Tampa Convention Center, the Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel and Marina provides its quest with the latest comforts and amenities. This Channelside hotel also offers numerous restaurants including Café Waterside, Champions Sports Bar, II Terrazzo as well a Pool Bar & Grill and Starbucks. It is within walking distance to numerous restaurants and attractions including Jackson’s Bistro, Hattricks, The Luxury Box Restaurant, Pizza Pazza, Tampa Bay Times Forum, Tampa Bay History Center and more. There truly is something for everyone!

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Educational Seminars

Attendees can enjoy three days of quality educational sessions from industry experts on topics most affecting our industry including the latest film technologies you need to know, what is occurring globally, expanding your product line and much more. There will also be sessions on better business practices such as professionalism in the workplace, having an online and social media presence, and customer service.

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Networking Opportunities

The International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off is a great time to visit with old colleagues and meet new ones during the numerous events to socialize and network including cocktail parties, off-site social events and much more! The details on all the different opportunities are still being finalized but check back often for updates!

Also In House

Co-located with the International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off will be Auto Glass Week™ 2013. Auto Glass Week consists of educational seminars dedicated to the auto glass industry as well as AGRR™ magazine’s repair and replacement competitions. These competitions will be held on the Exhibition/Extravaganza floor September 18-20. Your attendee badge will get you into the auto glass seminars and access to view the competitions if you are looking to expand your business or gain more insight into the auto glass industry. View More

Schedule at a Glance

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Tuesday, September 17

12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Registration
12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Vendor Move-In

Wednesday, September 18

8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. – Registration Open at the Tampa Marriott (Closed 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Vendor Move-In
10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. – IWFA Accreditation Courses
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Lunch Break
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – International Window Film Tint-Off™ Automotive Division Mandatory Contestant Meeting
1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. - Registration Open at the Tampa Convention Center
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Wednesday Keynote Speaker to be Announced (Joint Session)
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – IWFC Exhibition/Extravaganza
4:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Competition Welcome Ceremony/Parade
5:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. – International Window Film Tint-Off™ Automotive Division Preliminary Heat 1
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Cocktail Party
6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. - Vehicle Wrap Demonstration on the Show Floor

Thursday, September 19

7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Registration Open at the Tampa Marriott (Closed 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – International Window Film Tint-Off™ Architectural Division Mandatory Contestant Meeting
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. – IWFC Educational Seminars
1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Registration Open at the Tampa Convention Center
3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – International Window Film Tint-Off™ Architectural Division Preliminary Heats
3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – IWFC Exhibition/Extravaganza
3:20 p.m. – 6:10 p.m. – International Window Film Tint-Off™ Automotive Division Preliminary Heat 2
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. - Paint Protection Film Demonstration on the Show Floor

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Cocktail Party
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Silent Charity Auction (Final bids due by 6:45 p.m.)

Friday, September 20

7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Registration Open at the Tampa Convention Center
7:30 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. – Announce Finalists International Window Film Tint-Off™ Automotive and Architectural Divisions
7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. - IWFC Dealer Roundtable for Auto Glass
7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. - IWFC Dealer Roundtable for Architectural Glass
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – IWFC Exhibition/Extravaganza
10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. – International Window Film Tint-Off™ Automotive Division Finals

11:50 a.m. -1:30 p.m. – International Window Film Tint-Off™ Architectural Division Finals
12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. – Paint Protection Film Demonstration on the Show Floor
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Vendor Tear-Down
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Gala Awards Reception and Ceremony

Schedule tentative and subject to change.
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International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™ (IWFC) 2013 is set to be held September 18-20, 2013 in Tampa, Florida at the Tampa Convention Center and the Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel and Marina.

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