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WELCOME TO
THE MOST INNOVATIVE SECURITY CONFERENCE OF 2023
In person security industry trade show
Southern Security Expo is poised to be THE largest security industry trade show in the southeast and is the only event that unites the entire security channel from Locksmith to Security Integrator. Come promote your brands, launch new products, and meet buyers with open projects. Southern Security Expo showcases the latest products, services, and technology including access control, video surveillance, network security products, wireless security products, and thousands more helping ensure safety by giving attendees the right tools and defenses to protect against security risks.
FAQS

SC Locksmith Association has secured discounted room rates for the SCLA 2023 Southern Security Expo. Make your hotel selection and secure your reservations early because rooms are limited and based upon availability, and they will go fast.
Hampton Inn Downtown Historic District
822 Gervais Street Columbia, SC 29201
Book online: https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/caecchf-sse-ada42606-c90f-4baf-a113-41cb8114d988/
$165.00 Rate
Next door to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Make reservations by August 29, 2023
Cambria Hotel Columbia Downtown the Vista
1000 Lady Street Columbia, SC 29201
Book online: https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/PD43L4
$129.00 Rate Thursday & $179.00 Rate Friday & Saturday
3 blocks to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Make reservations by August 29, 2023
Courtyard by Marriott Columbia Downtown at USC
630 Assembly Street Columbia, SC 29201
Book online: Book your group rate for SC Locksmith Association
$139.00 Rate (Self-parking $10.00 per car per night)
.07 blocks to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Make reservations by September 7, 2023
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia Downtown/The Vista
511 Lady Street Columbia, SC 29201
Book online Book your group rate for SC Locksmith Association
$159.00 Rate (Includes breakfast buffet & Wi-Fi, Self-parking $10.00 per car per night)
.07 miles to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Make reservations by September 7, 2023
Holiday Inn Columbia Downtown
1233 Washington Street Columbia, SC 29201
Book online 2023 Southern Security Expo/SC Locksmith Association
$149.00-$159.00 Rate Based on room type
.07 miles to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Make reservations by August 28, 2023
Sheraton Columbia Downtown
1400 Main Street Columbia, SC 29201
Book online Book your group rate for 2023 Southern Security Expo
$159.00 Rate Cancel outside of 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a cancellation penalty equal to one night’s room rate
.07 miles to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Make reservations by September 4, 2023
Graduate Columbia
1619 Pendleton Street Columbia, SC 29201
Book online Graduate Columbia, S.C. | Hotel In the Heart of Downtown Columbia (graduatehotels.com)
$169.00 Rate (Self-parking $10.00 per night) Individuals held to hotel’s cancellation policy for early departure
1 mile to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Make reservations by September 7, 2023
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Columbia
501 Taylor Street Columbia, SC 29201
Book online Book your group rate for 2023 Southern Security Expo
$139.00 Rate (Includes breakfast, self-parking & Wi-Fi) Cancel outside of 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid a cancellation penalty equal to one night room rate
1.3 miles to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
Make reservations by September 4, 2023

OUR VENUE FOR 2023
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center
1101 Lincoln St
Columbia, SC 29201
Friday Sept 29 - Education classes available.
Saturday Sept 30 - EXPO
10:00am – 2:00pm
Lunch provided beginning at 12 noon.
EXHIBITORS

You will have the opportunity to network and connect with hundreds of Security and Locksmith professionals that convene at the show each year to experience and explore the newest technologies and solutions from Access Control, Video Surveillance, Smart Home Solutions, Automotive Smart Key Technology and more!
Sponsorships
***Limited Availability
PLATINUM SPONSOR
SOLD OUT
- Logo on koozies.
- Logo included on t-shirts and marketing material
- Includes (2) 10x10 booth
- Premier Booth Selection
GOLD SPONSOR
(ONLY 2 AVAILABLE)
- Logo included on t-shirts, marketing material, and name tags
- Includes (1) 10x10 booth
- Priority Booth Location based upon sponsorship level
SILVER SPONSOR
(ONLY 2 AVAILABLE)
- Logo included on t-shirts, marketing material, and name tags
- Priority Booth Location based on sponsorship level
LANYARD SPONSOR
(ONLY 1 AVAILABLE)
- Branded lanyard for event credentials
EXPO LUNCH SPONSOR
(ONLY 2 AVAILABLE)
- Signage hung at lunch pickup location
KiCK-OFF PARTY SPONSOR
ONLY 1 AVAILABLE (Total $750)
- Sponsor also responsible for bringing $250 minimum door prize/prizes to be given away at kickoff party. Appetizers will be provided. Guests will be responsible for their own drinks.

PLATINUM SPONSORS
Lunch Sponsor
Lanyard Sponsor
Kick-off Party Sponsor

GOLD SPONSORS
Lanyard Sponsor

SILVER SPONSORS
Other Brands Represented

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Southern Security Expo
Hosted by
South Carolina Locksmith Association
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Education/Training
EXPO TICKET PURCHASE REQUIRED
Classes will be offered.
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We are following the CDC's guidelines. For more information visit: https://www.cdc.gov/