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Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions
 
  1. What is the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair 2009 Event?
  2. When is the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair Event?
  3. Where is the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair going to be held?
  4. What is the cost to attend the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair?
  5. Why does Ma Labs want ME to attend the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair?
  6. What is in it for me to attend the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair?
  7. Who will I meet at the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair?
  8. How do I register for this event?
  9. What do I need to bring to this event?
  10. I am not currently a Ma Labs customer, can I still attend?
  11. If I want to open a new account at Ma Labs, what should I bring?
  12. Will I be able to bring a guest(s)?
  13. Are we allowed to bring children to the event?
  14. Do I need to pay for parking at the Doubletree Hotel San Jose?
  15. I need directions on how to get to the Doubletree Hotel San Jose.
  16. What are the Event Show Specials I can take advantage of?
  17. What is a Prize Hut?
Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars Questions
 
  1. Why should I attend the Ma Labs Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars?
  2. I want to know the Date, Time, Location, and Schedule details of the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars.
  3. Who are the 8 leading manufacturers that will be featured in these seminars?
  4. Will lunch be served prior to the Vendor Technology Seminars?
  5. Can I win anything by attending these seminars?
  6. How do I register for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars?
  7. If I pre-registered through your website for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars, what do I need to bring to this event?
  8. If I have not pre-registered for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars, will I be able to register on site on the day of the event?
  9. Whether I pre-registered for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars or not, do I still need to check in at the registration table upon arrival?
  10. If I have already registered for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars, do I need to register for the Evening Partner Tech Fair again?
Evening Partner Tech Fair Questions
 
  1. Why should I attend the Ma Labs Evening Partner Tech Fair?
  2. I want to know the Date, Time, Location, and Schedule details of the Evening Partner Tech Fair.
  3. Who will I meet at the Evening Partner Tech Fair?
  4. How early can I arrive at this event and will there be something to do before the ballroom doors open for the evening event?
  5. Will food and drinks be served?
  6. Can I win anything by attending the Evening Partner Tech Fair?
  7. What do I need to do to qualify for any raffle or prize giveaways?
  8. What activities can I expect during the Evening Partner Tech Fair?
  9. I would like to personally meet with my Ma Labs Sales Rep, how can I schedule it?
  10. Will there be a Ma Labs representative from various departments that can answer general questions?
  11. If I want to open a new account at Ma Labs, what should I bring?
  12. How do I register for the Evening Partner Tech Fair?
  13. If I pre-registered through your website for the Evening Partner Tech Fair, what do I need to bring to this event?
  14. If I have not pre-registered for the Evening Partner Tech Fair, will I be able to register on site on the day of the event?
  15. Whether I pre-registered for the evening event or not, do I still need to check in at the registration table upon arrival?
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General Questions

1. What is the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair 2009 Event?
 

The Ma Labs Tech Fair 2009 Event is the first Ma Labs sponsored technology reseller event that Ma Labs will be exclusively hosting. At no cost to the resellers, this event combines the elements of learning, fun, and entertainment in a face-to-face interaction with our manufacturer partners, resellers, and Ma Labs employees. It is a one day event divided into an Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars and an Evening Partner Tech Fair showcase where resellers can learn about new technologies, win great raffle prizes, meet friends in the industry, make new business acquaintances, and create new business opportunities. Register Today!

2. When is the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair Event?
  Thursday, February 12, 2009
3. Where is the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair going to be held?
  The Doubletree Hotel San Jose – 2050 Gateway Place, San Jose, CA  95110
4. What is the cost to attend the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair?
  This event is FREE and at no cost to our resellers and guests.
5. Why does Ma Labs want ME to attend the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair?
  We want to meet you and personally Thank You for your support, loyalty, and friendship.
6. What is in it for me to attend the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair?
  An opportunity to learn and engage with our manufacturers, meet the Ma Labs team, FREE meals and giveaways, an invitation to relax and be entertained, be eligible and qualified to take advantage of Show Specials and a chance to win many great raffle prizes!
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Who will I meet at the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair?

  50+ Technology Manufacturers, Ma Labs 100 Account Managers, Ma Labs Executive Team – Owners, VPs, and Directors, Ma Labs 6 Branch Managers, Ma Labs Product Management Team, and Ma Labs Marketing Team.
8. How do I register for this event?
  It is Easy! Simply click here to Register Now.
9. What do I need to bring to this event?
  Please remember to bring your business cards, valid photo ID, and printed confirmation page with registration barcode number, in order to claim your badge ID from the registration table upon check-in.
10. I am not currently a Ma Labs customer, can I still attend?
  We welcome all new resellers to attend.
11. If I want to open a new account at Ma Labs, what should I do?
  Please visit the Ma Labs New Account booth at the Evening Partner Tech Fair to grab a New Account application form. There will be someone there to assist you further and to help answer any questions that you may have.
12. Will I be able to bring a guest(s)?
  We encourage you, our reseller, to bring your customers and employees since this is an event dedicated just for you. Please make sure to register each attendee in order to properly generate their respective badge IDs.
13. Are we allowed to bring children to the event?
  Due to safety concerns and limitations posed by hosting this event, no attendee will be allowed to bring any guest under the age of 18. Because of this, no childcare services will be provided. In the event that an attendee brings a minor to the event, we will unfortunately be compelled to refuse entry of this attendee. Strict adherence to this policy will be greatly appreciated to avoid unnecessary incidents of having to turn down entry of attendees at the event.
14. Do I need to pay for parking at the Doubletree Hotel San Jose?
  No. All you need to do is bring your parking ticket to the registration table to get your parking ticket validated when you check-in to the event.
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I need directions on how to get to the Doubletree Hotel San Jose.

  It is Easy! Simply click here for Directions
16. What are the Event Show Specials I can take advantage of?
  There will be a lot of fantastic show specials that you can take advantage of before, during, and after the event. Please check back frequently on our Show Specials link to see what is being offered. In addition to Show Specials, every attendee will receive a Special Event Coupon Book containing more reseller discounts and incentives just by attending the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair. This Coupon Book will be handed to you at the event upon check-in and will only be valid for use by qualified Ma Labs resellers that have pre-registered for this event.
17. What is a Prize Hut?
  Prize Hut is the site which we will frequently update with the latest and the coolest raffle prizes as we receive them from our sponsoring manufacturing partners. All these prizes you can qualify and have the chance to win. Simply be there and join us at the Ma Labs Partner Tech Fair 2009.
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Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars Questions

1. Why should I attend the Ma Labs Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars?
  This is a FREE event and you will get to learn the latest and greatest informative technology updates and solutions from selected industry leaders as well as have face-to-face meetings with them. This event is limited to a seating capacity of the first 100 resellers that have registered. Register Today! Remember to select the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars when you register to ensure your spot!
2. I want to know the Date, Time, Location, and Schedule details of the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars.
  The Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2009 from 12:00 pm to 5:30pm at the 1st Floor Bayshore Ballroom (Room TBD) at the DoubleTree Hotel San Jose. Click here for Event Schedules and Directions.
3. Who are the 8 leading manufacturers that will be featured in these seminars?
  AMD, ASUS, INTEL, MICROSOFT, NVIDIA, SAMSUNG, SUPERTALENT & WD.
4. Will lunch be served prior to the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars?
 

Yes! Be there a little before or by 12:00 pm, proceed to the registration table to check in then help yourself to a hearty lunch. Please remember that the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars are only open to the first 100 registered resellers. Click here to Register Now. Remember to select the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars when you register to ensure your spot!

5. Can I win anything by attending these seminars?
  Absolutely! Be there before the first seminar starts and you will automatically qualify to win the Early Bird Raffle. Be there and sit through all the eight, 30 minute seminars, and you can qualify to win additional prizes of up to 8 raffle prizes + vendor promo giveaways!
6. How do I register for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars?
  It is Easy! This event is limited to a seating capacity of the first 100 resellers that have registered. Click here Register Now. Remember to select the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars when you register to ensure your spot!
7. If I pre-registered through your website for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars, what do I need to bring to this event?
  Please remember to bring your business cards, valid photo ID, and printed confirmation page with registration barcode number, in order to claim your badge ID from the registration table upon check-in.
8. If I have not pre-registered for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars, will I be able to register on site on the day of the event?
  No. Due to limited seating capacity, you will not be able to register on the day of the event for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars. We strongly encourage you to Register Today and select that you wish to attend the Afternoon Technology Seminars on the registration page.
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Whether I pre-registered for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars or not, do I still need to check in at the registration table upon arrival?

  Yes. Other than checking in and claiming your Badge ID, you need to have your parking ticket validated.
10. If I have already registered for the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars, do I need to register for the Evening Partner Tech Fair again?
  No. Once you are registered with the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars, you are automatically registered for the Evening Partner Tech Fair. However, if you do not plan to attend the Afternoon Vendor Technology Seminars, you will need to Register for the Evening Partner Tech Fair.
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Evening Partner Tech Fair Questions

1. Why should I attend the Ma Labs Evening Partner Tech Fair?
 

At no cost to you, come learn about new technologies, win great raffle prizes, meet friends in the industry, make new business acquaintances, and create new business opportunities all in one place at the Evening Partner Tech Fair. Register Now!

2. I want to know the Date, Time, Location, and Schedule details of the Evening Partner Tech Fair.
  The Evening Partner Tech Fair will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2009 from 5:30 pm to 9:30pm at the 2nd Floor Gateway Ballroom at the DoubleTree Hotel San Jose. Click here for Event Schedules and Directions.
3. Who will I meet at the Evening Partner Tech Fair?
  50+ Technology Manufacturers, Ma Labs 100 Account Managers, Ma Labs Executive Team – Owners, VPs, and Directors, Ma Labs 6 Branch Managers, Ma Labs Product Management Team, and Ma Labs Marketing Team.
4. How early can I arrive at this event and will there be something to do before the ballroom doors open for the evening event?
  Happy Hour will start at 5:00pm and you can start out with some appetizers and drinks.
5. Will food and drinks be served?
  Appetizers and drinks will be served to our early bird attendees. Dinner (buffet style) and Drink stations will be located throughout the Evening Partner Tech Fair.
6. Can I win anything by attending the Evening Partner Tech Fair?
  Absolutely! There will be constant Raffle Drawings throughout the evening event as well as a Grand Prize Raffle Drawings at the end of the event. Click on Prize Hut to check out all the hot prizes you can win at the show.
7. What do I need to do to qualify for any raffle or prize giveaways?
 

To ensure a successful event experience, participating in all our fun activities is what we highly recommend. The evening will be filled with activities where you will earn more opportunities to earn more raffle tickets for a chance to win one or more of our General and Grand prizes. You can earn Raffle tickets throughout the evening, such as:

Treasure Hunt – Visit our sponsor tables, engage with them, and be sure to have your “Treasure Hunt” card stamped. If you have your card stamped from at least 75% of our participating sponsors, you will be able to redeem your stamped “Treasure Hunt” card at our Ma Labs Redemption Table to receive a Grand Prize Raffle Ticket for a chance to enter into the Grand Prize Raffle!

Answer on the spot questions from our MC and earn a raffle ticket.

Be game and volunteer to participate in any audience participation activities and earn even more raffle tickets!

8. What activities can I expect during the Evening Partner Tech Fair?
 

The 10,000 sq. ft. ballroom and foyer of the Doubletree Hotel San Jose will be transformed into a themed island paradise that will feast your senses and where you can experience a wholesome atmosphere of interaction, fun, and relaxation. Get to talk face-to-face with 50+ Technology Manufacturers and the opportunity to look at new, hot products and technology. Coupled with incentive-filled activities, everyone has a chance to qualify for the Grand Prizes and more! Come and enjoy the sights and sounds of a special live entertainment that will energize your evening and be ready for an event full of surprises! Register Today!

Happy Hour will start at 5:00pm and you can start out with some appetizers and drinks. And, Dinner will be Buffet style with Drink stations located throughout the Fair.

9. I would like to personally meet with my Ma Labs Sales Rep, how can I schedule it?
  If you would like to meet with your Ma Labs Sales Rep at the show, please remember to select “Yes” in the registration page that you wish to schedule a meeting with your Sales Rep. We will try our best to accommodate you. If your Sales Rep is located in another branch office, we will schedule a sales manager to meet with you. Your business is important to us, Ma Labs will try its best to accommodate your request.
10. Will there be a Ma Labs representative from various departments that can answer general questions?
  Yes! There will be a Ma Labs booth with representatives there to assist you at the show.
11. If I want to open a new account at Ma Labs, what should I do?
  Please visit the Ma Labs New Account booth at the Evening Partner Tech Fair to grab a New Account application form. There will be someone there to assist you further and to help answer any questions you may have.
12. How do I register for the Evening Partner Tech Fair?
  It is Easy! Simply click here to Register.
13. If I pre-registered through your website for the Evening Partner Tech Fair, what do I need to bring to this event?
  Please remember to bring your business cards, valid photo ID, and printed confirmation page with registration barcode number, in order to claim your badge ID from the registration table upon check-in.
14. If I have not pre-registered for the Evening Partner Tech Fair, will I be able to register on site on the day of the event?
  Definitely! All you need to do is present your business card and a valid photo ID at the registration table on the day of the event. However, we highly encourage you to Register Now.
15. Whether I pre-registered for the evening event or not, do I still need to check in at the registration table upon arrival?
  Yes. Other than checking in and claiming your Badge ID, you need to have your parking ticket validated. Plus, we will give you a Ma Labs bag and some neat promo items.