Suitcasing/Outboarding
Suitcasing is when an attendee solicits business in the trade show aisles or other public
spaces such as a hospitality suite or a restaurant. Also called outboarded events, these
types of activities are detrimental to the exhibition. These are unethical business practices
and will not be tolerated. To distribute information or conduct business, you must have a
trade show booth. STMA has the right to remove anyone who violates this policy.
Antitrust Policy
STMA supports competition and adheres to a policy of strict conformity to the spirit and letter of the antitrust laws. Pricing, sales terms, wages and any other competitive information
should never be discussed at STMA's meetings.
