- The Press Conference Room is located in the Room Murano 3306
- For Show exhibitors, there is no charge to use the Press Conference Room for press events.
- Exhibitors may reserve a time slot in the Press Conference Room for up to an hour, for a maximum of once a day each day of the show.
- The room will be set theater-style. A podium and microphone are provided. If you require additional audio-visual equipment please contact the audio/visual vendor. Vendor information can be found within the SHOT Show exhibitor manual here.
- If you would like to provide refreshments for the media during your scheduled time, please contact the show caterer or refer to the SHOT Show exhibitor manual.
- Please be considerate of others and stay within your secured time slot. If ordering catering or special A/V equipment, allow time for setup and takedown within your time slot.
- The Press Conference Room Schedule will also be made available to the media via posting in the SHOT Show Press Office during show hours.
- Exhibitors may also hold a press conference in their booth instead of the Press Room. This option may be more beneficial to you because:
- No time restrictions.
- Your entire staff is present.
- All your products are accessible.
- The media can view your entire exhibit.
- Catering is available in your booth.
- You may already have A/V in your booth.
- If you would like to hold a press conference in your booth, please advise the National Shooting Sports Foundation. Your event will be added to a list posted in the show Press Office.
- For more information, e-mail Bill Brassard, NSSF's Director of Communications or call 203-426-1320.
- How to Hold a Press Conference and They Will Come...Well, Maybe
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SHOT Show Media Database Available
If you need access to a media database, you can purchase a media list from last year's SHOT Show. The price is free for NSSF Voting Members, $75 for all other NSSF members and $150 for non-members. E-mail NSSF's Communications Dept. to purchase a list.
Not an NSSF member? Join online. Download an application. Or email Bettyjane Swann, Director of Member Services, at bswann@nssf.org, or call 203-426-1320.
To learn about more promotional opportunities at the SHOT Show, please contact Michele Oppenhimer at or 203-840-5445.