Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to enter?

Entries received on or before Friday, July 11, 2008 are $399 U.S. per entry. Entries received during the extension period — Saturday, July 12 through Friday, July 18 — are $499 U.S. per entry. Members of the In-Store Marketing Institute and In-Store Marketing Expo Exhibitors receive a $50 U.S. discount per entry. Entries requiring 110-volt electricity will be charged an additional $60 U.S. Entries with footprints larger than 20 square feet are subject to an additional fee of $50 U.S. per square foot. Oversized entries require pre-approval. Contact Erin Kuhn-Krueger at (847) 675-7400, x154 for pre-approval.

What is the deadline for submissions?

Entries must be received by 5:00 p.m. CST on July 11, 2008. If you need additional time, an extension until 5:00 p.m. CST on July 18, 2008 is available. Each entry received during this extension period requires an additional surcharge of $100.

What category does my display fit under?

Visit the Categories page to view Retail Category Definitions and examples of Display Types. If you’re still not sure, contact Erin Kuhn-Krueger at (847) 675-7400, x154 or on our contact page. Entries may fit under various retail category/display type combinations, and you are allowed to enter the same display in multiple categories. Each submission is a separate entry — separate entry materials and fees must accompany each submission.

Can I make changes to Nomination Forms and/or Contest Declarations I have already submitted?

Visit the Contest Entry page and proceed to the Nomination Form. Enter your confirmation code to access your Nomination Form and Contest Declaration. You have until July 18, 2008 to make changes to your Nomination Forms and/or Contest Declarations. If you have already shipped your entry materials, you must re-send printed copies of the Nomination Forms and/or Contest Declarations. After 5:00 p.m. on July 18, 2008, no changes will be accepted.

Do I have to set up my display in the Design of the Times Gallery?

Yes. In order to be eligible for an award, all entries must be set up in the Gallery on the show floor of the In-Store Marketing Expo, which takes place in Las Vegas on Nov. 13-14, 2008. Setup takes place Nov. 10-12. All judging will take place in conjunction with the Expo.

When will I receive information about setting up my entry in the Design of the Times Gallery?

Entrant Kits containing information about and instructions for shipping and setting up entries in the Gallery will arrive around the middle of October. Entrant Kits will be delivered to the contact listed on the entry’s Nomination Form.

I can’t attend the Expo, can someone setup my display for me?

Yes. If you or someone from your organization is not able to set up your display, you can hire Freeman labor to manage your setup. Labor order forms will be included in your Entrant Kit. Please contact Erin Kuhn-Krueger (847) 675-7400, x154 or on our contact page for more information.

Do I have to be present to win an award?

No. While we recommend that you attend the Expo and the Design of the Times Awards Reception, you are not required to be present to win an award. However, your display must be set up in the Gallery in order to be eligible for an award.

How and when do I find out if I win?

Winners will be announced during the Design of the Times Awards Reception at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas on Nov. 13. Winners Lists will be made available at the closing of the Reception, at the Institute Booth and Design of the Times Information Desk on Nov. 14, and will be posted to the Expo and Institute websites shortly after the event.

When will I receive my trophy?

For each winning entry, one trophy will be delivered to the entry's main contact approximately 6-8 weeks after the event. Additional trophies can be ordered for an additional fee.

For all other questions, please contact Erin Kuhn-Krueger at (847) 675-7400, x154 or on our contact page.