Beware of offers and scams from unauthorized vendors

Unfortunately, all trade shows face the threat of unauthorized companies targeting exhibitors with fraudulent offers and scams and the AHR Expo is no exception. If you encounter any offer that seems too good to be true or is off in any way (the most common are listed below), the first line of defense is to verify the company is on our approved vendor list.

 

Keep an eye out for bad actors in the following categories:

 

Attendee List Sales

Maritz Global Events, the AHR Expo’s registration company, is the only authorized source for attendee lists. If anyone else (such as "Freeman Lead Retrieval Service," Prosbiztech, etc.) contacts you with list offers, be aware that these are not legitimate offers and do not participate.

 

Hotel Deals & Offers

onPeak is the only hotel provider endorsed by the AHR Expo. If you are contacted by other third-party companies offering hotel assistance, please be aware that they are not endorsed by the AHR Expo. Entering into financial agreements with these companies can have costly consequences and is not protected by event management. Be wary of any solicitation by phone or requests for payment upfront.

 

Show Daily Advertising

ASHRAE publishes the only authorized AHR Expo Show Daily that will be distributed at the show. Any other publications claiming to publish the Show Daily (such as HVAC Refrigeration Daily by Source Group) are not affiliated with the AHR Expo and will not be permitted to distribute at the show. 

 

File a Fraud Report

If you have received fraudulent emails or phone calls soliciting you to purchase attendee lists, book hotel rooms, or other products/services - file a report!
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has created a new process for individuals and companies to report these activities.  The FTC will share these reports with their law enforcement partners to help with investigations and stop these practices

How to file a fraud report:

  • Go to Federal Trade Commission: ReportFraud.ftc.gov

  • Click on "Report Now"

  • For Question 1:  "Is your report about any of these common problems?" Select "An Impersonator" (top left answer)

  • For Question 2:  "Who were they pretending to be?" Select "Well-known or trusted business"

  • Click "Continue"

  • Add as much information as you have and submit!