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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is VirtualExpoHall.com?: This site is exactly what its name implies: a “Virtual” Expo Hall that allows credit unions to find vendors in one convenient place on the Web. Credit unions can search by name or product/service category at any time, 24/7/365. Vendors control their content directly through the site, so it is always up-to-date. The site was created by The Ohio Credit Union System.
What is included in a Virtual Booth?: Each Virtual Booth includes a company logo, contact information, a summary of the company, an unlimited description of the company, and an optional video presentation supplied by the company. Vendors can sign-in and update their information at any time, so the content is always up-to-date.
How will credit unions find VirtualExpoHall.com?: The Ohio Credit Union System will promote the site to credit unions year-round in its publications, web sites, and meetings. Participating vendors can refer clients and potential clients directly to their Virtual Booth page, which will have an individual URL (Web address). In addition, the site has been optimized for search engines such Google and Yahoo to attract Web users searching for your services.
How can I list my company on this site?: You must register for the Ohio Credit Union System’s ZENITH08 Expo, April 24-25, 2008, in the Columbus Convention Center. Vendors can register to exhibit in a traditional “Live” booth or register to exhibit in VirtualExpoHall.com only. Both registrations qualify for a listing on this site. In addition, your registration for the ZENITH08 Expo qualifies you to receive a free web cam, which will help you record a video for this site. Register for the ZENITH08 Expo here.
How long will my Virtual Booth be available?: Your booth will be available on the site until Feb. 28, 2009.
How do I create my VirtualExpoHall.com account?: After you register for the ZENITH08 Expo, a Virtual Expo Hall Registration Key will be sent to the e-mail address that you included in your registration. Go to www.VirtualExpoHall.com and click on “List your company on this site”. Enter your Registration Key, then follow the directions to create a new account. Your e-mail address will be your username, and you can create a password. Please write this password down for future use. Your booth will be published on the site immediately after you enter your information.
How do I update my Virtual Booth?: After you create your account, you can log into your Virtual Booth at any time throughout the year using your e-mail and password. This is helpful when your company’s information or products change.
Can I remove or unpublish my Virtual Booth?: You can unpublish your booth at any time by logging in to your account and selecting “Unpublish”.
What if I forget my password?: Click on “I forgot my password” in the “Exhibitor Log-In” section at the top of the page and follow the instructions. Information will be sent to your e-mail address on file.
I did not receive a Registration Key.: Registration Keys are sent within 10 business days after we receive your registration and payment for your ZENITH08 booth(s). The Registration Key is sent directly to the primary e-mail that you specified in your ZENITH08 registration form. If you have not received your Registration Key in a timely manner, please contact the ZENITH08 Expo Hall Manager using the information here.
What information is prohibited from VirtualExpoHall.com?: Vendors are prohibited from publishing any false, derogatory, libelous, inappropriate or unprofessional content. All content is subject to all local, state and federal laws. The Ohio Credit Union League reserves the rights to cancel your booth listing at any time without notification. Please use your Virtual Booth to honestly promote your company and its products/services in a positive and professional manner.
Do I have to include a logo and video?: No, all contents in your Virtual Booth are optional. You can add or delete any information at any time by logging in to your account.
What information should I have before I create my Virtual Booth?: You can create your Virtual Booth immediately and update it at any time, but you may want to be prepared with the following information when you create your Virtual Booth.

Instructions to post your video on YouTube

VirtualExpoHall.com and The Ohio Credit Union System are not affiliated with YouTube. The following instructions are provided only to help you post your video. Vendors are wholly responsible for their video content. Complete instructions and help are available at www.youtube.com.

CREATE YOUR VIDEO
Create a video that showcases your company and its products/services. You can use the camera provided free with your ZENITH08 registration, or another video camera that allows conversion to a digital file. YouTube limits videos to 10 minutes and 100 MB.

Quick Capture
YouTube allows you to record and upload a video directly from your computer’s webcam. To utilize Quick Capture, create a YouTube account (see directions below), click “Upload”, and select the Quick Capture option on the Video Upload page.

Video Formats
YouTube accepts a wide range of video file formats such as .WMV, .AVI, .MOV, and .MPG transferred from most digital cameras, camcorders, and cell phones. You can also use the Quick Capture feature to upload a video directly from your webcam.

Using a Powerpoint Presentation
If you prefer to use a Powerpoint presentation as your video, you can download a free trial version of Wondershare PPT-To-Video or PPT-to-YouTube software at www.ppt-to-dvd.com. The trial version is fully functional for 30 days and allows you to save your Powerpoint presentation as a video file that can be used on YouTube. The Ohio Credit Union System and VirtualExpoHall.com are not affiliated with the makers of this software and do not offer any support or guarantees for the software.
CREATE A FREE ACCOUNT AT www.YouTube.com
Go to the www.youtube.com site and click on “Sign Up” in the upper right corner and follow the instructions to create an account.
UPLOAD YOUR VIDEO
After you have created an account and logged in, click on the yellow “Upload” button at upper right. Complete the information (Title, Description, etc.) for your video, and select your options.

Selecting Options
Videos must be “Public” in order to be viewed on VirtualExpoHall.com.
We recommend that you do not allow comments, ratings, or video responses.

Select “Upload Your Video” or “Use Quick Capture”. YouTube provides limited editing and title options after you upload your video. Be patient, the uploading process may take up to 15 minutes, depending on the size of your video.
COPY THE ’EMBED’ CODE
Copy the line of code that appears in your video’s ’Embed’ window. This is the line of code that you will paste into your Virtual Booth Form at VirtualExpoHall.com.

Complete help and instructions are available at www.youtube.com