Below are some tips and tricks to help you prepare for the upcoming Williston Basin Petroleum Conference.

Exhibitors

• When can I start setting up and tearing down my booth?

  • Set-up for OUTDOOR exhibitors will begin Sunday, May 17th.  A member of the WBPC Management Team will contact you to coordinate your set-up based on the equipment each exhibitor is bringing.
  • Set-up for INDOOR exhibitors will begin Monday, May 18th.  Indoor exhibitors will be able to set-up between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT.  Exhibitors must be finished setting up by 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 19th when the Conference starts. 
  • Indoor exhibitors may begin tearing down their booth at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20th.  Please note that forklifts will not be available at this time.  You may need to wait until Thursday to finish collapsing your booth.  
• What are the hours of the tradeshow?

  • Tuesday, May 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday, May 20 from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 21 NO TRADESHOW
• What is included in my indoor booth purchase?

  • 10 x 10 foot-booth space
  • Two complimentary registrations
  • Piping and draping (8 ft high back drop and 3 ft high sides)
  • Carpet
  • 8-foot table and two chairs
  • Fitted cloth skirt (royal blue)
  • Wireless internet (Please note that this is limited and unsecure, so access cannot be guaranteed.)
  • Access to a 110v electrical outlet (extension cords are not provided).
• How can I request different tables, electric hookups, TVs, etc.?

  • Be sure to fill out your exhibitor form and send it back to wbpc@ndoil.org.
  • If you have specific power needs, you will need to fill out this form and submit it back to the Bismarck Event Center.
  • If you need power at your outdoor exhibit, you are responsible for bringing your own generator.
• Is there anything I can't have in my indoor booth?

  • Yes.  The Bismarck Event Center has requirements that all exhibitors must follow.  Click here to view the list of requirements.
• Where can I find the Exhibitor Toolkit?

  • Click here for the Exhibitor Toolkit.
• How do I use my registration passes included in my booth purchase?

  • Click this link to access the exhibitor registration page.

VIEW THE FLOORPLAN

VIEW EXHIBITING COMPANIES

Sponsors

• Where do I submit my company logo?

  • Please send your logo to wbpc@ndoil.org by April 17, 2026.
• What are the requirements for my company logo?

  • Submit either VECTOR FILES or HIGH-RESOLUTION FILES of 300 dpi or greater.
  • Acceptable formats include: .eps, .ai, .png, .jpeg, and .pdf.
• Where will my logo be displayed?

  • Digital signage at the Conference.
  • Monitors in Hall D, Exhibit Halls, and presentation screens in Breakout Sessions.
  • Sponsor banners, both digital and printed, throughout the Bismarck Event Center.
  • The WBPC website Home page and Sponsors page.
  • Conference Program in both digital and printed form.
• Where do I find what the dimensions of my sponsor ad are?

  • Program ads are included in the Presenting, Platinum, Gold, and Silver Sponsor packages.
  • Presenting and Platinum Sponsors: full-page ad, 7.25 x 9.75 inches.
  • Gold Sponsors: half-page ad, 3.5 x 9.75 inches vertical or 7.25 x 4.75 inches horizontal.
  • Silver Sponsors: quarter-page ad, 3.5 x 4.75 inches.
  • All ads should be sent in a Vector or High Resolution file. Images should be at least 600 dpi and the appropriate size for your ad.
  • Sponsors are responsible for making sure their logos and ads follow the guidelines.
• When do I need to submit my ad by?

  • All ads must be submitted to wbpc@ndoil.org by April 17, 2026.
• Where can I find the Sponsor Toolkit and Branding Guidelines?

  • Click here for the Sponsor Toolkit.
  • Click here for the Branding Guidelines.
• How do I use my registration passes included in my sponsorship package?

  • Contact Micaela at mrud@ndoil.org to register your sponsor passes.

VIEW SPONSORS

Attendees

• Where do I go to register to attend the conference?

  • Click here to register as an attendee for the WBPC.
• Can I register on site?

  • Yes, you can register on site at the Registration Desk. However, we do recommend you register ahead of time to make your conference going experience run more smoothly!
• Who attends the Williston Basin Petroleum Conference?

  • Presidents/CEOs/CFOs/COOs
  • Business Development Managers
  • Operations and Consulting Engineers
  • Government Affairs Presidents, Vice Presidents and Managers
  • Bankers and Financial Advisors
  • Others involved with the industry
• What do I wear to the Conference?

  • Tuesday - Business casual, company logo attire for exhibitors
  • Wednesday - Business, company logo attire for exhibitors
  • Thursday - Red, White, and Blue for America's 250th Birthday!
• Where can I book my hotel room?

  • To book your hotel room, we recommend visiting our “Travel and Accommodations” tab.
• Where is the Conference being held?

  • Bismarck Event Center, 315 S 5th Street, Bismarck, ND 58504

Have a question that's not listed? Please email wbpc@ndoil.org to speak with our Conference Management Team.