Welcome to the FiO LS Exhibitor Service Center!
Thank you for being an exhibiting company at the 2026 FiO LS Conference! To make the most of your experience, we created these helpful tools for you. If you have any questions, please contact us at exhibits@optica.org.
Great Lakes Expo Service Exhibitor Services Manual
Provides you with quick access to the advanced ordering deadline dates, forms, electrical information, shipping information, exhibitor F/B and resources needed to plan a successful event.
Optica FiO + LS Exhibitor Service Manual
A quick reference guide to exhibit dates, times, and booth specs, including move-in and move-out, rules and regulations and official vendors.
Exhibitor Important Dates & Deadlines
Please be sure to review and mark your calendar with the following important deadlines to ensure a smooth and successful exhibiting experience.
Exhibitor Appointed Contractor
If your company plans to use a firm or exhibitor appointed contractor (EAC) to install your booth please complete the EAC form and return it to Optica Show Management.
Exhibitor Registration
Each exhibiting company receives three (3) complimentary badges for Optica FIO LS Science + Industry Showcase:
- One (1) Exhibitor Technical Badge (EXT) – access to all technical sessions and exhibits.
- Two (2) Exhibitor Personnel Badges (EXP) – access to the exhibit area only.
Additional Full Congress registrations (EXT) will be available for purchase when registration opens.
Registration Steps
- Create an Optica Account. All registrants must have an Optica account. Please create your account at least 24 hours before completing registration.
- Use Your Exhibitor Registration Link or select Exhibitor Registration from the main registration page. Your primary contact has been sent your exhibit codes for complimentary badges. You may also access the exhibitor registration link directly from the event website.
- Register Each Booth Staff Member Individually. Each person must register using a unique email address. Use your company‑specific discount codes from ExhibitorReg@Optica.org to redeem your complimentary badges.
Hiring at FIO+LS 2026?
The WORKinOPTICS Career Zone will be on the exhibit floor again this year, connecting attendees with employers across the optics and photonics industry. If you're hiring, there are two ways to participate:
- Post your open jobs on the Career Zone job board so attendees can browse opportunities before and during the conference.
- Reserve a recruitment table in the Career Zone to meet with job seekers, talk about your company and recruit in person.
If you are interested in participating or have questions, visit the Career Zone website or contact Maddie Fowler at mfowler@optica.org.
Promote Your Booth (Coming Soon)
Let your potential customers know your company will be exhibiting with these banners.
Exhibitor Hotel & Travel
Reservation Deadline: Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Be sure to reserve your accommodations as soon as possible for the best selection of hotel rooms
Questions? Contact Us.
- Exhibit Operations: Logistics Questions and Sponsorship Deliverables --- exhibits@optica.org
- Exhibitor Registrations: Staff Registration and Upgrades --- exhibitorReg@optica.org
- Exhibit Accounts: Exhibit Space Payments & Invoices, Primary Contact changes --- exhibitAccounts@optica.org
- Exhibit Sales Support: Booth Agreements, Sponsorships and Rebooking Exhibit Space --- exhibitsales@optica.org
Official FiO LS Conference Vendors
FiO LS Show Management does not release its exhibitor contact list to anyone except official conference vendors. If you are contacted by any vendors, always ask them to send you details in writing, and look for the Official FiO LS Vendor Seal on any written correspondence.
If you are contacted by a non-official vendor, or are unsure, please provide us with the details regarding these calls or emails. We will follow up aggressively with them.