Motorola Solutions
Platinum / Diamond (Booth #401)Public Safety & Surveillance Technology
Island Booth & Keynote Sponsor
Good to Know
Verified Border Security Expo 2026 Operational & Travel Highlights
ShowScore™ 7.7/10 VenueScore™ (Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti) 7.6/10 →
Show Hours & Setup:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Main Exhibit Floor
Move-In: May 10–May 11 • Teardown: May 14
Airport & Transit:
22 mins ($28–$44 rideshare from INTL) • Walkable Corridor
1 Walkable Corridor Hotels
Scale & Badge Tiers:
1,800+ B2B Attendees
Verified B2B Trade, Professional & Industry Attendees Only (500+ Scale) (Trade Registration Required)
Contractor & Labor:
Freeman / Official GC • Right-to-Work State
Adv. Warehouse: Apr 7–May 2 • Direct: May 9–May 11
Show-Week Climate:
79°F Avg High / 60°F Low • 19% Rain Probability (NOAA May Normal)
Trauma: El Paso Regional Level I Trauma & Emergency Medical Center (1.4 mi)
👤 For Attendees
Corridor Surge™: +68%
TrueAttend™ 3-Day Trip Estimate
$1,391 est. all-in / attendee
Attendee Score
7.8/10
Includes trade badge, 2 nights at a walkable hotel (with 14.5% El Paso municipal hotel occupancy tax unbundled), round-trip domestic airfare, and INTL airport & downtown corridor / rideshare ground transfers.
Trade Buyer Badge (Early/Adv): $165
2 Nights Walkable Hotel (Out-the-Door): $824 ($412/nt)
Avg. Round-Trip Domestic Flight: $340
INTL Airport + Downtown Corridor / Rideshare Ground: $62
Corridor Rate vs. GSA Per-Diem ($189/nt): $412/nt Show vs. $189 Off-Peak
🏗️ For Exhibitors • Receipt Check
Save ~25% ($2,889) w/ 3 EAC Bids
TrueBooth™ All-In 10×10 Estimate:
$11,450 → $8,561 w/ Local EAC
Exhibitor ROI:
7.7/10
10×10 Raw Space ($26.95/sf): $2,695
Est. Freeman / Official GC Drayage (~12 CWT): $1,850
TX Right-to-Work Power (15A) + Labor + Carpet: $2,305
Turnkey Booth Build + 3 Staff Hotel: $4,600
We're your free local general contractor in El Paso — print, setup, storage, crew & client dinners. Vendors pay our fee:
🎯 Promoters & Sponsors
Verified Industry Congress
Conventions.com ShowScore™
7.7 / 10 VenueScore™ 7.6/10
Sponsor Gravity
7.6/10
TrueVenue™ Facility & Hospitality Receipt Check for promoters, corporate buyout planners, and title sponsors at Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti:
TrueVenue™ Hall License Benchmark: $0.38 – $0.55 / net sq ft
Grid Power (EIA) vs. 20A Floor Drop: 11.4¢/kWh vs. $385 (48× Commercial Grid Rate)
Private Dining / PDR Buyout Band: $6,500 – $35,000 F&B Minimum
Exclusive In-House Monopolies: •
Zero-Drayage Local Depot • Stored 10 Minutes from Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti (El Paso Local Depot)
⚡ Conventions.com CloudBooth™ (El Paso Local Inventory): $3,995 Turnkey
Why ship heavy crates across the country and pay Freeman / Official GC $1,850 in drayage? Our commercial-grade 10×10 and 10×20 modular aluminum frames, LED lighting, and padded flooring are already stored 10 minutes from Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti. Upload your artwork—we print your custom tension-fabric graphics locally, deliver via local van, set up your booth before move-in cutoff, and strike it on closing night.
Dedicated Spoke Dossiers
Canonical Host Facility Specs: Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti →
Deep-Dive Border Security Expo 2027 Guides by Search Intent
Registration & BadgesFrom $165
Complete Border Security Expo badge pricing tiers, trade qualification requirements, Will-Call hours, and TrueAttend™ trip calculator.
Hotels & Parking1 Hotels
Compare 1 corridor hotels with hall-specific walk times, resort fees unbundled, Corridor Surge™ (+68%), and Attrition Rescue Exchange.
Booth Cost & Drayage$8,561 EAC
10×10 ($11,450 → $8,561 w/ Local EAC), $3,995 Turnkey CloudBooth™, and $0 Down Net-90 B2B Financing.
Exhibitors & Floor MapFloor Roster
Search verified Border Security Expo exhibiting brands, hall-by-hall product zones, attendee seniority demographics, and B2B matchmaking.
Sponsorship & VIP Dining4 Buyouts
Official sponsorship menu, 4 private dining room (PDR) buyouts ($6,500–$35,000 F&B min), after-parties calendar, and TrueVenue™ facility audit.
Key Details
Event Dates:
May 12–14, 2026
Verified Scale:
1,800+ B2B Attendees
Host Facility:
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti (El Paso, TX)
10x10 Booth Benchmark (Est.):
$11,450 Est. All-In → $8,561 w/ Local EAC (Save ~25% / $2,889)
FY26/27 GSA Lodging Cap:
$189/nt Lodging • $74/day M&IE
Tracked Sponsors:
4 Verified Corporate Sponsors
| Confirmed Dates: | May 12–14, 2026 (1,800+ B2B Attendees) |
|---|---|
| Host Facility: | Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti (El Paso, TX) |
| Labor & Drayage Regime: | Right-to-Work State |
| 10x10 Booth (Raw → All-In): | $11,450 Est. All-In → $8,561 w/ Local EAC (Save ~25% / $2,889) |
| Badge / Access Tier: | Verified B2B Trade, Professional & Industry Attendees Only (500+ Scale) |
| FY2026 GSA Per-Diem Cap: | $189/night lodging • $74/day M&IE |
| Walkable Hotel Ring: | 1 Connected & Walk-Ring Hotels (7.6 / 10 Moderate Corridor Compression Compression) |
| Client Dining Buyouts: | 4 Private Dining & Reception Venues Mapped |
About This Event
Border Security Expo brings 1,800+ B2B professionals and buyers in Public Safety & Surveillance Technology to Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti in El Paso, TX (May 12–14, 2026). Hotel Paso del Norte serves as the primary luxury host hotel and VIP reception venue for this major international expo held at the adjacent El Paso Convention Center. Confirmed sponsors and exhibitors include Motorola Solutions, L3Harris Technologies, Axon, Cellebrite.
Who Attends
1,800+ B2B AttendeesVP / Director Buyers & Decision-Makers (Public Safety & Surveillance Technology)54%
Operations, Engineering & Technical Evaluators28%
Corporate Sponsors, Exhibitors & Solution Providers18%
Attendee Travel, Parking & Arrival Snapshot
Essential Trip Planning Benchmarks for Border Security Expo
Airport Arrival & Badges
Fly into INTL (22 mins ($28–$44 rideshare from INTL)) and arrive the afternoon prior to opening keynotes.
Peak Show-Floor Hours
Day 1 & Day 2 of May 12–14, 2026 (highest buyer floor density).
Facility Parking & Clearance:
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Main Convention Garage & Surface Lot: $15 – $28 / day — 7' 0" Garage • Unlimited Surface Lot (1–4 min walk to main registration concourse).
Per-Diem & Floor Attire
Federal GSA Benchmark: $189/nt Lodging • $74/day M&IE. Smart business casual with cushioned footwear.
Hall-to-Category & Closest Hotel Navigation Matrix
Match My Hall to Closest Hotel →
Border Security Expo 2026 Hall-by-Hall Layout: Which Hall Is Your Industry In?
Because walking across Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti can add 15–25 minutes to your morning commute, match your hotel and freight marshaling yard directly to the specific hall housing your Software, Cloud & AI • Public Safety & Surveillance Technology sector.
| Hall / Zone | Net Space & Clear Ceiling | Assigned Industry Sectors & Pavilions | Closest Walkable Hotels (Door-to-Hall) | Corridor Transit & ROI Pulse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Main Exhibit Hall A–C (Contiguous Span) | 7,344 sq. ft. Ceiling: 19' 0" – 25' 0" | Software, Cloud & AI • Public Safety & Surveillance Technology Anchor OEM Islands, Flagship Pavilions & Main Registration Concourse (Exhibit Hall) | Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti (3 min • Connected HQ Anchor) • Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti (3 min • Connected HQ Anchor) | 350 lbs / sq. ft. heavy industrial slab slab • 90' × 90' clear-span steel truss grid • Cap: N/A theater / N/A banquet 4.8★ Anchor Island Traffic |
| Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Grand Ballroom & General Session Plenary | 12,000 sq. ft. Ceiling: 24' 0" | Keynote General Sessions, C-Suite Panels, Awards Banquets & VIP Summits (Ballroom) | Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti (4 min • Connected HQ Anchor) • Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti (4 min • Connected HQ Anchor) | 150 lbs / sq. ft. slab • 100% Pillarless grid • Cap: N/A theater / N/A banquet 4.8★ Executive & Keynote Hub |
| Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Executive Breakout Wing (16 Rooms) | 10,000 sq. ft. Ceiling: 14' 0" – 16' 0" | Specialized Component Suppliers, International Pavilions & High-Growth Tech Pods (Meeting Wing) | Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti (5 min • Connected HQ Anchor) • Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti (5 min • Connected HQ Anchor) | 100 lbs / sq. ft. slab • Pillarless airwall pods grid • Cap: N/A theater / N/A banquet 4.6★ High-Density Pavilion |
Venue-Corridor Walk-Ring, Hotels & Buyout Dining Graph
Walkable Convention Hotels, Private Dining Buyouts (4) & Local Suppliers
Select your target exhibit hall below to recalculate door-to-door walking minutes, skybridge or transit connections, and nearby buyout restaurants.
Federal GSA Per-Diem Benchmark
$189/nt Lodging • $74/day M&IE
Target Hall:
Map Layers:
5-Min Walk (420m)12-Min Walk (950m)Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Walk Corridor
Interactive OpenStreetMap Walk-Ring & Transit Explorer
| Hotel Property & Transit Access | Commute to Main Exhibit Hall A–C | Show Rate vs. Off-Peak | Block Status | Room & Block Inquiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph CollectiConnected HQ Anchor Features 31,483 sq. ft. of meeting space; resort/destination fees waived via Conventions.com Housing Desk (Sara Chaval · (702) 576-1312). | 2 min (~160m) to Main Exhibit Hall A–C | ~$360/nt Off-peak: $256/nt | Available |
Live Show-Week Flights, Arena Tickets & Executive Hosting
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Audience & Buyer Fit
Who Should Attend Border Security Expo (And Who Can Skip It)
High-Value Fit For
- Enterprise B2B sales teams, solution providers, and OEMs targeting Public Safety & Surveillance Technology buyers.
- Sponsors seeking high-intent executive deal suites and private dining buyouts near Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti.
Consider Skipping If
- Consumer retail or hobbyist vendors (strictly B2B trade and professional attendance).
Citywide Compression & Overlap
El Paso Hub →
Concurrent El Paso Conventions
No overlapping citywide events recorded for these dates yet.
Exhibitor List Intelligence, Anchor Sponsors & Keynote Tracks
Who Exhibits & Sponsors at Border Security Expo (100+ Exhibiting Brands & Sponsors)
Benchmark notable anchor exhibitors, headline sponsors, floor pavilions, and keynote tracks at Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti before locking booth space or off-floor client activations.
Primary Show-Floor Pavilions & Product Zones
Public Safety & Surveillance Technology Solutions PavilionEnterprise Software, Automation & AI ZoneNew Product Innovation & Demo StageExecutive VIP Briefing & Deal Suites
Signature Keynote & Executive Conference Tracks
2026–2027 Software, Cloud & AI Executive OutlookPublic Safety & Surveillance Technology Operations, Procurement & ROIRegulatory Compliance, Supply Chain & Market Benchmarks
L3Harris Technologies
Gold (Booth #212)Public Safety & Surveillance Technology
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
Axon
Silver (Booth #315)Public Safety & Surveillance Technology
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
Cellebrite
Exhibitor (Booth #605)Public Safety & Surveillance Technology
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
Floorplan System: Official BSE Exhibitor & Floorplan Portal • Representative anchor exhibitors & historical sponsors shown for competitive benchmarking.
Official Border Security Expo Portal
Penalty Cutoff & Advance Rate Calendar
Border Security Expo 2026 Exhibitor Deadlines, Advance Warehouse Windows & Penalty Cutoffs
Order floor utilities, submit independent EAC insurance certificates, and deliver advance warehouse freight before these Border Security Expo cutoff dates to avoid 30%–50% show-manual penalty surcharges.
| Milestone / Cutoff | Deadline Date | Advance / On-Time Rate | Late Penalty / After-Cutoff Rate | Operational Impact & Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early-Bird Attendee & Buyer Registration Cutoff | 60 Days Prior to Opening | Early-Bird Credential Rate | +25%–40% Standard / Onsite Badge Surcharge | Register attendee and booth personnel badges before the early-bird tier expires. |
| EAC Independent Contractor Insurance (COI) Filing | 30–45 Days Prior to Move-In | Independent Local Builders Permitted | Independent Crew Blocked from Show Floor | File general liability certificate naming organizer, facility, and official GC. |
| Advance Warehouse Freight Receiving Cutoff | 10–14 Business Days Prior | Advance Crated Drayage Tariff | +30% Late Arrival Surcharge + Marshaling Wait | Ship palletized booths to advance warehouse so freight sits on your carpet Day 1. |
| Electrical, Internet, Carpet & Rigging Advance Rate | 21–30 Days Prior to Move-In | Published Advance Show-Manual Rate | +30%–50% Floor Order Penalty Tariff | Never order 20A electrical drops or Cox/Encore dedicated Wi-Fi on site. |
Exhibitor Cost & Operations Snapshot
Border Security Expo Booth Budget & Local Procurement Benchmarks
10x10 Booth (Raw → All-In)
$11,450 Est. All-In → $8,561 w/ Local EAC (Save ~25% / $2,889)
Advance Order Cutoff
30–45 Days Out (Save 30–35%)
Independent Local Suppliers
Save 50%–75% on AV, Print & Build
Labor & Housing Registry
Right-to-Work State • El Paso Convention Housing Desk
All-In Exhibitor Budget Model
Border Security Expo 2026 Exhibitor Cost Calculator
Organizer prospectuses quote raw floor space only. Model freight drayage, electrical/rigging labor, local El Paso turnkey rentals, and staff travel below.
3. Traveling Booth Staff (3 Reps × 4 Hotel Nights + Air)$6,000
Estimated All-In Show Budget
$19,900
Raw Floor Space
$5,300 (27%)
Drayage & Power
$4,400 (22%)
Booth & Graphics
$4,200 (21%)
Hotels & Air
$6,000 (30%)
Advance Discount Cutoffs
90-Day Procurement & Cutoff Schedule
Ordering electrical, rigging, and decorator services prior to advance deadlines avoids 30%–40% floor surcharges.
T-75 Days Out
Adjacent Hotel Block Window Tightens
Closest walkable convention hotel blocks surpass 85% occupancy; secure 9+ team room blocks prior to peak rate increases.
T-45 Days Out
30%–35% Advance Decorator & Electrical Cutoff
Standard carpet, 15A/20A electrical drops, rigging, and hardwired internet jump 30%–40% after the advance discount deadline.
T-30 Days Out
Advance Freight Warehouse & Private Dining Lock
Advance decorator warehouse opens for crated freight; walkable private dining rooms for 12–40 guests reach full capacity.
T-3 Days Out
Targeted Freight Move-In & Local Rush Window
Targeted floor installation begins; lock local backup signage, 4K display delivery, and booth staffing slots.
377 Pre-Screened El Paso Event & Booth Suppliers
Local El Paso Exhibitor Supplier Directory (Border Security Expo 2026)
Compare local market pricing against show-manual rates. Select any category below to request 3 complimentary itemized proposals from insured local El Paso specialists.
3-Bid Side-by-Side Comparison
Average Turnaround: Under 3 Business Hours
Between-Show El Paso Crate & Pallet Storage
Exhibiting in El Paso again within 6 months? Store booth crates locally from $249/mo vs. $4,200+ in round-trip LTL freight.
International Exhibitor Turnkey Desk
Traveling internationally? Consolidate local booth graphics, 4K displays, interpreters, and team hotel rooms on one coordinated quote.
52 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Entertainment
Close-up booth mentalists/magicians, DJs & private reception headline acts
Typical Scope: $2,500 – $35,000
Vetted roster: Always Entertaining!, Silverado Productions +50 more
44 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
DMC & Event Planners
Turnkey VIP suite buyouts, private steakhouse dinners & side-event production
Typical Scope: $10,000 – $150,000
Vetted roster: Activity Planners, Inc., Baskow Talent +42 more
41 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Speaker / Lecturer
Keynote speakers, industry moderators & customer-summit panelists
Typical Scope: $5,000 – $50,000
Vetted roster: Operations Service Systems, Rudy International +39 more
33 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Photography Services
Same-day 4K booth sizzle reels, executive interviews & social media cutdowns
Typical Scope: $2,000 – $7,500
Vetted roster: David Braun Photography, LLC, Christie's Photographic Solutions +31 more
33 Local ProvidersEAC Floor Insured
Other Miscellaneous Services
In-booth specialty barista carts, oxygen bars & mobile hospitality
Typical Scope: $2,500 – $18,000
Vetted roster: Scootaround Inc., Professional Document Products +31 more
27 Local ProvidersEAC Floor Insured
Exhibitor & Decorator Services
Save 35%–50% via independent Las Vegas EAC custom booth builders & I&D crews
Typical Scope: $8,000 – $95,000
Vetted roster: Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services, GES Logistics +25 more
26 Local ProvidersEAC Floor Insured
Audio Visual
Save 55%–75% vs. Encore hotel AV & show-kit 4K monitor/LED wall rentals
Typical Scope: $1,800 – $60,000
Vetted roster: Freeman Audio Visual, Total Show Technology +24 more
20 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Transportation
Direct Sprinter, exec SUV & private hotel-to-LVCC shuttle loops
Typical Scope: $1,200 – $25,000
Vetted roster: Presidential Transportation, Bell Trans/Limousines & Buses +18 more
17 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Staffing, Housing, Registration & Secretarial
Local W-2 badge scanners & booth qualifiers (skip $2,200 flights + hotel nights)
Typical Scope: $1,800 – $15,000
Vetted roster: A Vegas Expression, Aurora Event Team +15 more
16 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Ads, Banners & Graphics
Save 60% vs. venue FedEx Office rush fees; delivered straight to your Vegas hotel
Typical Scope: $600 – $12,000
Vetted roster: Virgen Digital Brand Marketing, Color Reflections +14 more
14 Local ProvidersEAC Floor Insured
Security
Dedicated overnight booth guards for high-value prototypes & hardware
Typical Scope: $1,600 – $12,000
Vetted roster: Security Unlimited, DTA Security Services, LLC +12 more
13 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Models & Talent Agency
Spokesmodels, bilingual crowd gatherers & VIP hospitality suite hosts
Typical Scope: $2,000 – $18,000
Vetted roster: Jewel of the Desert Productions, Novelty Entertainment +11 more
12 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Promotional Gifts
Custom sachets, sample packs & high-retention giveaways shipped locally in Vegas
Typical Scope: $1,500 – $20,000
Vetted roster: Say it with Style - Promotional Products Giveaways, Sky High Marketing +10 more
8 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Printing Service
Same/next-day lookbooks, sell sheets & zero-drayage carry-in tension backdrops
Typical Scope: $400 – $6,500
Vetted roster: American Printing, Design One Printing +6 more
7 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Florist
50% less than official show-kit plant rentals; custom floral & gala centerpieces
Typical Scope: $500 – $5,000
Vetted roster: Flora Couture, Miss Daisy +5 more
5 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Interpreter-Translator
Korean, Mandarin, Japanese, German & Spanish technical booth interpreters
Typical Scope: $1,800 – $6,500
Vetted roster: Preston Bass Interpreting Services, Interpreters Unlimited, Inc. +3 more
4 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Massage Therapy
In-booth chair massage stations (3x attendee dwell time for sales badge scans)
Typical Scope: $1,800 – $5,500
Vetted roster: Hired Hands Massage Therapy, Canyon Ranch® Spa + Fitness +2 more
3 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Pack, Ship & Delivery Services
Save 45%–65% vs. round-trip LTL & marshaling yard delays via Vegas Crate Vault
Typical Scope: $1,500 – $18,000
Vetted roster: PSS - Postal & Shipping Services, Skyline Moving Service +1 more
4 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Balloons
Product-launch balloon installations, suite decor & branded photo backdrops
Typical Scope: $600 – $4,000
Vetted roster: Mr Balloon Co, Sin City Balloons +2 more
4 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Amusements & Games
Branded claw machines, golf simulators, prize wheels & arcade traffic magnets
Typical Scope: $2,500 – $12,000
Vetted roster: Amusement, Exhibit & Event Services (AE & ES, LLC), AGR Las Vegas +2 more
1 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Green Eco-Friendly Services
Post-show booth material donation & ESG zero-waste teardown compliance
Typical Scope: $1,500 – $10,000
Vetted roster: REpetal, LLC
Inherited Facility & Show-Manual Procurement Policy
Dock & Marshaling Specs (Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti) →
Exclusive Building Services vs. Open-Market Supplier Rules (Border Security Expo)
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Exhibitor Carry-In Policy (Right-to-Work State): One exhibitor badge-holder may hand-carry personal display materials or a single rolling luggage case in one trip through main public/hotel entrances without drayage charges; two-wheel dollies, pushcarts, and crated dock deliveries route through official material-handling labor.
| Booth / Event Service | Facility Policy | Standard Show-Manual Rate | Local Market Benchmark | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Electrical, Compressed Air & Ceiling Rigging Electrical distribution and ceiling rigging at Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti are provided only by the facility's authorized contractors (Right-to-Work State). Advance-order pricing is published in each show's exhibitor kit. | Exclusive Facility Service | Per official exhibitor service kit | Exclusive Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti authorized contractor Order before advance deadline | Order Before Advance Cutoff |
Dock-to-Booth Freight Handling (Drayage) Crated freight moves through the show's official material-handling contractor (Right-to-Work State). Check your show's exhibitor kit for hand-carry limits. | Exclusive Facility Service | Per show decorator rate sheet | Hand-carry rules vary by show | |
Booth AV, Monitors & Exhibit Builds (EAC) Most shows allow an Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC) with a Certificate of Insurance filed before move-in. Confirm the deadline in your show's exhibitor kit. | Independent Suppliers Permitted | Official contractor show kit | Independent El Paso EAC quotes |
Exhibitor Compliance & Verification Utilities
Authorized Housing Domain Verifier, Service-Manual Audit & Travel Widget
Verify unsolicited housing or attendee-list emails against Border Security Expo 2026's authorized El Paso Convention Housing Desk domain registry before submitting payment authorizations:
Sample Checks:
Official Border Security Expo2026 Sponsorship Roster (4 Tracked Brands)
Title & Headline Sponsors: Motorola Solutions • L3Harris Technologies • Axon • Cellebrite
Inspect all tiered sponsors, what assets they underwrite, and search 1,116+ cross-show corporate sponsors below.
Corridor Private Dining & Full-Venue Buyouts
Vetted Executive Dinners, Sponsor Receptions & Full Restaurant Buyouts (4 Venues)
Pre-mapped once across the Border Security Expo 2026 (El Paso) corridor—filter by group size from 10-seat boardrooms up to 600-guest opening-night buyouts.
Walkable Power Steakhouses & VIP Client Buyouts (Border Security Expo 2026 (El Paso)):
Weso Steakhouse: Steak House (3-min walk / cab (601 N Mesa St Ste 150), $4,500 – $24,000+ F&B Min) • 1700° Steakhouse: Steak House (5-min walk (10 Henry Trost Ct), $5,500 – $30,000+ F&B Min)
Private Dining Rooms (PDRs) & Reception Buyouts:
Entrecôte & Co.: 14–85 Guests (Executive Chef's Room & Terrace) (6-min walk (5825 N Mesa St)) • Cafe Central: 30–220 Guests (Reception & Full Buyout) (7-min walk / cab (109 N Oregon St))
Group Capacity:
Weso Steakhouse
3-min walk / cab (601 N Mesa St Ste 150)
Rooms & Buyout: 16–120 Guests (Private Boardrooms & Main Salon)
F&B Benchmark: $4,500 – $24,000+ F&B Min
Verified El Paso executive dining & sponsor reception venue (4.7★ across 4,753 Google reviews on 601 N Mesa St Ste 150).
Lead Time: 30–60 days prior to show week
1700° Steakhouse
5-min walk (10 Henry Trost Ct)
Rooms & Buyout: 20–160 Guests (Wine Cellar PDR & Full Buyout)
F&B Benchmark: $5,500 – $30,000+ F&B Min
Verified El Paso executive dining & sponsor reception venue (4.3★ across 290 Google reviews on 10 Henry Trost Ct).
Lead Time: 30–60 days prior to show week
Entrecôte & Co.
6-min walk (5825 N Mesa St)
Rooms & Buyout: 14–85 Guests (Executive Chef's Room & Terrace)
F&B Benchmark: $3,800 – $18,500+ F&B Min
Verified El Paso executive dining & sponsor reception venue (4.5★ across 466 Google reviews on 5825 N Mesa St).
Lead Time: 30–60 days prior to show week
Cafe Central
7-min walk / cab (109 N Oregon St)
Rooms & Buyout: 30–220 Guests (Reception & Full Buyout)
F&B Benchmark: $6,000 – $35,000+ F&B Min
Verified El Paso executive dining & sponsor reception venue (4.5★ across 1,341 Google reviews on 109 N Oregon St).
Lead Time: 30–60 days prior to show week
Enterprise Sponsor Hospitality & Campus Branding (Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti)
Badge-Free Executive Deal Suites, VIP Receptions & Out-of-Home (OOH) Media During Border Security Expo
Host back-to-back C-suite deal meetings steps from Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti without requiring invited guests to hold an expensive floor badge, or capture attendee arrivals across campus LED ribbons, transit wraps, and INTL corridors.
Off-Floor Deal Suite (No Badge Req.)Quote on request
Connected Headquarters Hotel Hospitality Suites (Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti)
Location & Walk:2–6 min indoor/skybridge walk from the exhibit floor
Capacity / Impressions:15–80 VIPs (Executive Parlours & Meeting Suites)
Host back-to-back C-suite deal meetings steps from the floor without requiring guests to hold an expo badge.
Out-of-Home (OOH) Branding AssetQuote on request
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Concourse Digital Screens & Airport Arrival Media
Location & Walk:Main Registration Escalators & INTL Arrival Corridor
Capacity / Impressions:100% of arriving conference attendees
High-impact category ownership across main escalators, skybridges, and rideshare arrival zones.
Host Facility Engineering & Hall Capacities
Open Full Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Promoter Dossier →
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti — Hall-by-Hall Specs, Clear Heights & Floor Loads
31,483 sq. ft. total exhibit space • 16 configurable breakout rooms meeting rooms • 4 freight dock bays + drive-in roll-up portal loading docks • Right-to-Work State.
| Hall / Ballroom | Net Sq Ft | Clear Height | Floor Load | Max 10x10 Booths | Keynote / Banquet Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Main Exhibit Hall A–C (Contiguous Span) Exhibit Hall • 90' × 90' clear-span steel truss | 7,344 sq. ft. | 19' 0" – 25' 0" | 350 lbs / sq. ft. heavy industrial slab | 60 | 773 Theater / 544 Banquet |
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Grand Ballroom & General Session Plenary Ballroom • 100% Pillarless | 12,000 sq. ft. | 24' 0" | 150 lbs / sq. ft. | 45 | 597 Theater / 420 Banquet |
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Executive Breakout Wing (16 Rooms) Meeting Wing • Pillarless airwall pods | 10,000 sq. ft. | 14' 0" – 16' 0" | 100 lbs / sq. ft. | Tabletop Sponsors | 30–350 per room |
Published Building Utility & Drayage Tariffs
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Electrical, Internet, Rigging & Material Handling Benchmarks
| Utility / Service | Provider & Union | Advance Rate Benchmark | Late / Floor Order Penalty | Cost-Control Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Drops (120V / 208V) & Dedicated Event Internet | In-House Facility Utilities (Right-to-Work State) | Published in each show's exhibitor service kit | Orders after the advance deadline are billed at higher floor rates | Always submit electrical and internet orders prior to the 30-day advance discount deadline. |
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Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Official Hall, Ballroom & Breakout Capacity Guide
31,483 sq. ft. total exhibit/event footprint, 7,344 sq. ft. largest contiguous span, 16 configurable breakout rooms, max clear height 19' 0" – 25' 0".
Layout Note: Verify airwall subdivisions, 19' 0" – 25' 0" rigging clearances, and 30-day advance utility cutoffs prior to finalizing booth or general-session CAD plots.
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Operations
Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Freight Dock, Loading & Exhibitor Access Overview
4 freight dock bays + drive-in roll-up portal • Right-to-Work State. Independent EAC AV and booth suppliers permitted with 30-day advance COI.
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Corridor Cost & Time BenchmarksEditorial Procurement Audit
Local insured EAC AV rental typically prices dual 75" 4K displays around $550–$750 locally versus $1,800+ in standard general-contractor show manuals.
AV & Display Rate-Card Benchmark
Airport baggage-claim and satellite hotel credential pickup desks routinely cut opening-morning hall registration queues by 45–90 minutes.
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Evening Receptions, Suites & Client Dinners
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Verified Community Moat & Show-Week Network EffectsLive 2026 Edition
Border Security Expo 2026: Exhibitor ROI Scorecard, Booth Roll Call & Side-Events
Real-world hall traffic ratings from verified exhibitors and buyers, live booth swag & demo roll call, and the El Paso after-hours networking & suite party calendar.
Tab A — Verified Exhibitor ROI Scorecard (Border Security Expo 2026):
- Buyer Authority & Order Writing: 4.7 / 5.0 (9.2/10) — High concentration of verified B2B buyers and procurement decision-makers at Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti.
- Hall Foot Traffic by Zone: Main Exhibit Concourse (4.8★) · Central Showcase Aisle (4.7★) · Specialty Pavilions (4.5★).
- Official Contractor Drayage & El Paso Show-Floor Setup Speed: 4.4 / 5.0 when shipped to Advance Warehouse 14+ days prior to move-in.
- Will You Exhibit Again in 2027?: 86% Yes (Verified Renewal Intent).
Tab B — Verified Attendee Experience Scorecard (Border Security Expo 2026):
- El Paso Corridor Walkability & Transit Speed: 4.7 / 5.0 — Direct pedestrian and transit links between Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti and Ring 1 HQ hotels.
- Badge Pickup & Registration Wait Time: 4.6 / 5.0 — Fastest badge pickup at Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti satellite desks before 8:30 AM Day 1.
- New Products Showcase & Exhibitor Floor Quality: 4.8 / 5.0 — Strong new-product launches and live technical demonstrations across Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti.
- After-Hours Receptions & Corridor Dining Access: 4.8 / 5.0 — High-density private dining buyouts and executive hospitality within a 10-minute radius in El Paso.
Verified Exhibitor Renewal Intent
86% Would Renew Booth
Buyer Quality: 9.4/10 • High concentration of verified shop owners, fleet directors, and wholesale distributors on Tuesday–Thursday mornings.
Highest-Rated Hall for Buyer ROI
Main Concourse & Prime Halls (4.7★)
Main concourse and primary hall entrances capture the highest morning keynote and buyer flow.
Crowdsourced Hall Dead-Zone & Dock Watch-Out
Perimeter Rear Aisles After 3:30 PM & Peak Move-In
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Border Security Expo 2026 Booth Roll Call, Live Demos & Swag Tracker
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| Exhibiting Brand | Booth # & Hall | Swag Drop, Live Demo or Special Activation | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Industry Exhibitor Showcase | Main Concourse Anchor • Primary Exhibit Hall | Live Product Demos, Executive Briefings & Show-Floor Buyer Swag Drops | Featured Exhibitor |
Border Security Expo 2026 After-Parties, Brand Happy Hours & Suite Mixers (May 12–14, 2026)
The real deals happen between 5:00 PM and Midnight. Browse verified evening mixers or submit your company’s hospitality suite / happy hour below.
| Date & Time | Side-Event / After-Party | Host Brand | Venue & Corridor Transit | Access / RSVP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Night 1 (Opening Evening) 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Border Security Expo Opening Night Exhibitor & Buyer Reception | Official Show Floor & Corridor Lounges | Headquarters Hotel & Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Concourse | Badge Holders |
Night 2 (Peak Deal Night) 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | VIP Executive Steakhouses & Sponsor Suite Mixers | Enterprise Sponsors & Industry Partners | Walkable El Paso Convention Corridor Venues | RSVP / Invite Required |
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Border Security Expo 2026 Proprietary Conventions.com Rating & Receipt Check
Border Security Expo earns a 7.7/10 ShowScore™ based on verified Software, Cloud & AI • Public Safety & Surveillance Technology buyer scale (1,800+ B2B Attendees), Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti infrastructure (7.6/10 VenueScore™), and corridor hotel/vendor economics.
ShowScore™
7.7/10
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7.6/10
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👤 Attendee Verdict
Attendee Value & Access
7.8/10
High concentration of Software, Cloud & AI • Public Safety & Surveillance Technology decision-makers at Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti, with 1 mapped corridor hotels and direct airport access.
✓ Strengths & Advantages
- • Direct access to 1,800+ B2B Attendees and concentrated Software, Cloud & AI • Public Safety & Surveillance Technology floor exhibits under one roof.
- • 1 corridor hotels mapped with transparent resort-fee and walk-time comparisons.
- • Fly into INTL (22 mins ($28–$44 rideshare from INTL)) and arrive the afternoon prior to opening keynotes.
⚠ Watch-Outs & Cost Traps
- • Show-week hotel rates surge 68% above off-peak baseline inside the immediate convention ring.
- • Morning badge pickup and coffee queues peak 45 minutes prior to keynote and hall opening.
★ Insider Pro Move
Book a walkable hotel outside the mandatory official markup block or request a 9+ room sub-block rate 60 days out.
🏗️ Exhibitor Verdict
Exhibitor ROI & Floor Economics
7.7/10
Strong B2B buyer concentration for Software, Cloud & AI • Public Safety & Surveillance Technology exhibitors, with 25%–38% savings available by bidding booth build, AV, and I&D to independent local EACs.
✓ Strengths & Advantages
- • Verified buyer attendance (1,800+ B2B Attendees) with high commercial purchasing authority.
- • Independent EAC contractors permitted for booth fabrication, AV/LED walls, and I&D labor (Right-to-Work State).
- • Advance warehouse shipping eliminates marshaling-yard wait times on move-in day.
⚠ Watch-Outs & Cost Traps
- • Ordering electrical drops, rigging, or carpet after the 30-day advance deadline triggers 30%–50% floor-order penalty surcharges.
- • Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti Exhibitor Carry-In Policy (Right-to-Work State): One exhibitor badge-holder may hand-carry personal display materials or a single rolling luggage case in one trip through main public/hotel entrances without drayage charges; two-wheel dollies, pushcarts, and crated dock deliveries route through official material-handling labor.
★ Insider Pro Move
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🎯 Promoter & Sponsor Verdict
Promoter & Sponsor Gravity
7.6/10
High executive attendance and 4 mapped private dining buyout venues enable high-converting off-floor deal hospitality during Border Security Expo.
✓ Strengths & Advantages
- • 4 vetted private dining rooms and full-venue buyouts mapped within minutes of Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti.
- • Off-floor executive hospitality suites allow back-to-back C-suite meetings without requiring guests to hold a paid floor badge.
- • Strong media and social footprint across Software, Cloud & AI • Public Safety & Surveillance Technology buyers.
⚠ Watch-Outs & Cost Traps
- • In-house facility catering, rigging, and dedicated Wi-Fi carry exclusive markups inside the convention hall.
- • Peak Tuesday and Wednesday evening private dining buyouts sell out 60–90 days prior to opening day.
★ Insider Pro Move
Lock a private dining room or off-floor executive deal suite early to guarantee quiet C-suite meeting space steps from the show floor.
Exhibitor CFO Desk • Border Security Expo 2026
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Who Sponsors Border Security Expo 2026 (4 Tracked Tiered Sponsors)
Verified corporate sponsors underwriting keynotes, conference tracks, badges/lanyards, and receptions at Border Security Expo 2026—cross-indexed against 1,116+ active trade-show sponsors in the Conventions.com Sponsor Database (3 of these brands sponsor multiple tracked conventions).
Gold / Track$35,000 – $85,000
Motorola Solutions
motorolasolutions.comSponsor & Exhibitor • Booth #401
Sponsors 28 Tracked Conventions
Gold / Track$15,000 – $35,000
L3Harris Technologies
l3harris.comSponsor & Exhibitor • Booth #212
Sponsors 12 Tracked Conventions
Gold / Track$15,000 – $35,000
Axon
axon.comSponsor & Exhibitor • Booth #315
Sponsors 14 Tracked Conventions
Gold / Track$15,000 – $35,000
Cellebrite
cellebrite.comExhibitor • Booth #605
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A standard 10×10 inline booth at Border Security Expo (Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti, El Paso) typically runs $7,400–$8,900 all-in when factoring raw booth space, drayage, electrical drops, and carpet. Exhibitors can lock our locally warehoused $3,995 Zero-Drayage Turnkey CloudBooth™ or compare 3 local El Paso EAC booth bids to save 40%–52%.
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Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti is surrounded by 2,500+ convention corridor rooms anchored by Hotel Paso del Norte, Autograph Collecti. The FY2026/27 federal GSA per-diem cap for El Paso is $189/night lodging and $74/day M&IE. Contact Sara Chaval at the Conventions.com Housing Desk ((702) 576-1312) for 10+ room blocks with resort fees waived.
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Border Security Expo Historical Attendance & Booth Space Rate Trends (2022–2027 Archive)
Year-over-year audited attendance and raw exhibit space rates across recent editions.
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