2016 Exhibitor/Supporter Prospectus

30 TH ANNUAL NORTH AMERICAN
CYSTIC FIBROSIS
CONFERENCE
OCTOBER 27-29, 2016
ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER • ORLANDO, FL
PROSPECTUS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WHO WE ARE......................................................................................................................... 2
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................. 3
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE................................................................................. 4
Who Attends............................................................................................................................ 4
Learning Goal/Purpose............................................................................................... 4
Program Responsibility............................................................................................... 4
Benefits of Participation............................................................................................. 4
ATTENDEE DEMOGRAPHICS........................................................................... 5
2015 EXHIBITORS & SUPPORTERS........................................................... 6
IMPORTANT DATES & DEADLINES.......................................................... 7
GETTING STARTED....................................................................................................8-9
Booth Space Fees.............................................................................................................. 8
What’s Included With Your Booth.................................................................. 8
Booth Payment...................................................................................................................... 8
Booth Assignment............................................................................................................ 8
Exhibit Booths........................................................................................................................ 8
Cancellations & Downsizing.................................................................................. 8
Installation & Dismantle of Exhibits.............................................................. 9
Exhibit Hall Schedule of Events*...................................................................... 9
EXHIBITOR RULES
& REGULATIONS.................................................................................................... 10-11
Guidelines for Display................................................................................................10
Booth Perimeter Restrictions............................................................................10
Canvassing/Distribution of Materials
& Advertising.......................................................................................................................10
Compliance with Laws & Regulations.....................................................10
Floor Covering....................................................................................................................10
Food & Beverage............................................................................................................10
Force Majeure.....................................................................................................................10
Fundraising.............................................................................................................................10
Furnishings & Decorations...................................................................................10
Hanging Signs..................................................................................................................... 11
Lead Retrieval...................................................................................................................... 11
Liability & Indemnification.................................................................................... 11
Product Samples/Promotional Items....................................................... 11
Restriction of Exhibits................................................................................................ 11
Sales................................................................................................................................................ 11
Security....................................................................................................................................... 11
Smoking..................................................................................................................................... 11
Staffing......................................................................................................................................... 11
Subletting Space............................................................................................................. 11
Utility Services & AV Equipment................................................................... 11
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT......................................................................................... 12
Support Levels.................................................................................................................... 12
NACFC SUPPORT & MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES.....13-15
Regulatory Requirements & Professional Codes....................... 15
Sunshine Act (Open Payments)...................................................................... 15
EDUCATIONAL SESSION SUPPORT..................................................... 16
Session Support............................................................................................................... 16
Education Support Guidelines........................................................................ 16
Session Support Opportunities..................................................................... 16
FUNCTION SPACE & INDUSTRY SUPPORTED
SEMINARS................................................................................................................................ 17
Function Space Requests...................................................................................... 17
Available Function Hours....................................................................................... 17
Industry Supported Seminars.......................................................................... 17
PROGRAM-AT-A-GLANCE.................................................................................. 18
EXHIBITOR APPLICATION & AGREEMENT...................... 19-20
SUPPORTER APPLICATION & AGREEMENT.................. 21-22
RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL FORM...........................................................23
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WHO WE ARE
OUR MISSION
The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with the disease
the opportunity to lead full, productive lives by funding research and drug development, promoting individualized
treatment, and ensuring access to high-quality, specialized care.
WE ARE ADDING TOMORROWS
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is the world’s leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis. We fund more CF
research than any other organization, and nearly every CF drug available today was made possible because of
Foundation support.
We are a nonprofit donor-supported organization dedicated to attacking cystic fibrosis from every angle. Our
focus is to support the development of new drugs to fight the disease, improve the quality of life for those with
CF, and ultimately to find a cure.
The Foundation’s drug development success has been recognized by Harvard Business School and by publications
such as Forbes and The Wall Street Journal.
The Foundation funds and accredits a national care center network that has been recognized by the National
Institutes of Health as a model of care for a chronic disease.
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is one of the most efficient organizations of its kind and is an accredited charity
of the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance.
We are proud of our achievements. But, we still have much to do!
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
6931 Arlington Road
Bethesda, Maryland 20814
(800) FIGHT CF
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INTRODUCTION
SUPPORT THE NORTH AMERICAN CYSTIC FIBROSIS CONFERENCE
& SHOWCASE YOUR PRODUCTS TO THE LEADING DECISION
MAKERS IN CF CARE & RESEARCH!
The 30th Annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference
will be held October 27-29, 2016 at the Orange County
Convention Center. The 2016 NACFC is your best opportunity
to showcase your company to a large multidisciplinary audience
interested in up-to-date information on products and services to
help win the battle against cystic fibrosis. Take advantage of this
unique marketing opportunity by participating in the 2016 NACFC!
Your support will ensure the ongoing development of high-quality
education that is critical to our shared mission: improving the
quality of life for more than 70,000 people worldwide living with CF,
while striving toward the ultimate goal of finding a
cure and control for the disease.
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ABOUT THE
CONFERENCE
Who Attends
Benefits of Participation
The North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference serves as a
collaborative forum to advance research for the treatment and
cure of CF. The NACFC is an ideal opportunity to receive stateof-the-art continuing medical education and learn about the
latest products and services in CF care. The educational elements of the meeting program are targeted to physicians, nurses,
research scientists, research coordinators, geneticists, respiratory
therapists, physical therapists, nutritionists, social workers, and
pharmacists to share the latest research and advances in CF
care. The meeting is held over three days with more than 60
concurrent sessions.
•Considerable visibility at the world’s largest CF-focused
educational conference.
•Exposure to more than 4,000 of the most highly
regarded, active physicians, nurses, social workers,
nutritionists, dietitians, respiratory and physical therapists,
psychologists, psychiatrists, pharmacists, research
coordinators, geneticists, and basic and clinical research
scientists.
•Opportunity to showcase your product(s) and/or services(s)
to a broad and diverse audience of decision makers.
•Listing on the NACFC official website, NACFC Final
Program, Exhibitor Guide, and mobile app.
Learning Goal/Purpose
The learning goal/purpose of this conference is to enable professional caregivers the opportunity to receive the most current
and up-to-date information on the diagnosis and management
of cystic fibrosis and to learn strategies for improving the lives
of patients.
•Access to NACFC educational sessions (restrictions apply).
•Access to pre and post conference registration mailing lists
(applications required).
•Support the CF Foundation, CF research, and CF care.
Program Responsibility
The content and faculty of the scientific program of educational
sessions and approval of arrangements for hosted functions
are the sole responsibility of the CF Foundation, the NACFC
Program Planning Committee, and the accredited provider.
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ATTENDEE
DEMOGRAPHICS
Total NACFC Attendance Graph
4%
4%
3%
4%
Other
Research Coord
Corporate MD,
2%
2012
3,653
3,830
3,557
1%
2%
1%
1%
1%
4%
2011
0%
2010
0%
7%
0%
2009
3,864
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2008
8%
3,800
4,000
4,200
23%
Netherlands
France
Other Countries*
Germany
Australia
Italy
Argentina
Belgium
Spain
Ireland
Brazil
Mexico
Norway
Sweden
Country
U.S.
Canada
United Kingdom
Netherlands
France
Other Countries*
Germany
Australia
Italy
Argentina
Belgium
Spain
Ireland
Brazil
Mexico
Norway
Sweden
#%
3,548 83.92
247
5.84
110
2.6
52
1.23
37
0.88
35
0.83
34
0.8
32
0.76
30
0.71
24
0.57
22
0.52
18
0.43
16
0.38
12
0.28
11
0.26
11
0.26
11
0.26
Corporate Nurs
Research Assis
Corporate Phar
CF Advisory Boa
Center Secretar
Psychologist
Geneticist/Gen
MPH, MED, EdD
Press
Discipline
United Kingdom
Academic Phar
Child Life Speci
Attendee Breakdown by Geographical Location
Canada
Academic Nurs
Physician Assis
Total Attendance
8%
U.S.
Physical Therap
Corporate Nurs
4,400
2015 Attendee by Geographic Location
Corporate PhD,
Non-Exhibiting
1%
6%
Sales/Marketin
CFF Staff
2%
6%
2013
3,749
Social Worker
2%
2014
3,686
Year
Year
Respiratory The
3%
2015
3,600
Academic PhD,
3%
5%
4,016
3,400
Manning Booth
2%
4,228
3,200
Academic Nurs
Nutritionist/Die
Attendees
3,000
Academic MD, M
ATTENDEE BREAKDOWN BY DISCIPLINE
2015 Attendee by Discipline
Academic MD, MD/PhD (Clinician)
Academic Nurse
Manning Booth Only
Academic PhD, MD/PhD, MD (Basic Scientist)
Nutritionist/Dietitian
Respiratory Therapist
Other
Research Coordinator
Corporate MD, MD/PhD (Clinician)
Social Worker
Sales/Marketing
CFF Staff
Corporate PhD, MD/PhD, MD (Basic Scientist)
Physical Therapist
Non-Exhibiting Company Representative
Academic Nurse Practitioner
Academic Pharmacist
Corporate Nurse
Research Assistant/Technician
Corporate Pharmacist
CF Advisory Board
Center Secretary/Clinic Coordinator
Psychologist
Geneticist/Genetic Counselor
Corporate Nurse Practitioner
Physician Assistant
Child Life Specialist
MPH, MED, EdD
Press
Psychiatrist
Center Director Emeritus (Retired)
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#
956
345
339
298
238
234
225
177
165
164
147
116
112
92
91
90
71
71
63
54
36
30
28
21
20
13
9
9
6
6
5
%
22.61
8.16
8.02
7.05
5.63
5.53
5.32
4.19
3.9
3.89
3.48
2.74
2.65
2.17
2.15
2.13
1.68
1.68
1.5
1.28
0.85
0.71
0.66
0.5
0.47
0.31
0.21
0.21
0.14
0.14
0.12
Psychiatrist
Center Director
2015 EXHIBITORS &
SUPPORTERS
OCTOBER 8 - 10, 2015 – PHOENIX, ARIZONA
PLATINUM SUPPORTERS
CF Services, Inc.,
A Walgreens Alliance Pharmacy
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
EXHIBITORS & SUPPORTERS
ABBVIE
MONAGHAN MEDICAL CORPORATION
ACTAVIS PHARMA
MVW NUTRITIONALS, INC.
ALCRESTA PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
NATIONWIDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
AMBRY GENETICS
NDD MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES
ANTHERA PHARMACEUTICALS
NIVALIS THERAPEUTICS, INC
CALLION PHARMA
NOVARTIS PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION
CHIESI USA, INC.
PARI PHARMA & PARI RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT
CVS HEALTH
PFIZER, INC
CYSTIC FIBROSIS & FREEDOM PHARMACIES
PHARMACEUTICAL SPECIALTIES, INC.
DIGNITY HEALTH
PHILIPS RESPIRONICS
DIPLOMAT PHARMACY, INC.
POLYCHROME MEDICAL
DKBMED
PTC THERAPEUTICS
ELECTROMED, INC.
PULMOTRACE, INC.
ELITECHGROUP, INC.
RAPTOR PHARMACEUTICALS
ELSEVIER, OFFICE OF CME
RARE PATIENT VOICE, LLC
FOUNDATION CARE PHARMACY
RESPINNOVATION
GENENTECH
RESPIRTECH
HAYEK MEDICAL DEVICES
RHO RESEARCH
HILL-ROM
TLCRX PHARMACY
ILLUMINA, INC.
VALLEY CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE
INTERNATIONAL BIOPHYSICS CORPORATION
VITALOGRAPH, INC.
IV SOLUTIONS
WESTMED, INC.
MED SYSTEMS, INC.
WILEY PUBLISHING
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IMPORTANT DATES
& DEADLINES
NOW – September 24th
Apply to Exhibit
General Housing Opens
June 21st
DUE: Right of First Refusal Forms - included in Exhibitor Prospectus.
General Registration Opens
July 19th
Booth Number Confirmations sent to exhibitors
DEADLINE for Exhibitor Applications with 50% payment
July 29
DEADLINE for Supporter Applications with 50% payment
th
Exhibitor Service Manual available
July 30th – September 24th
All Exhibitor Applications require 100% payment upon submission
All Supporter Applications require 100% payment upon submission
Exhibit Booth fee increase
DEADLINE to Cancel or Downsize Exhibit Space/Support
August 19th
DUE: Graphics and designs for Support items submitted for approval
DUE: Company descriptions and logos
DUE: Exhibitor & Corporate Request for Function Space Applications
September 1st
DUE: Industry Supported Seminar Applications
DUE: Exhibit booth Food and Beverage requests for approval
September 19
th
DUE: Early Move-in Requests
DUE: Island booth designs for approval
September 21st
September 24th
September 26th
Housing Cut-off
Late Registration Begins
DUE: Final Payments for Exhibit Booths and Support Opportunities
DUE: Showcase Theater Forms
DUE: Mailing List Applications with payment
October 1st
DEADLINE for complimentary and discount ‘General Registrations’ and complimentary ‘Exhibit
Booth Only’ Registrations (no exceptions - regardless of Support Level)
October 5th
GES Discount Deadline
October 26th
Exhibit Hall Set-up
October 27th – 29th
Exhibit Hall Open
CONTACT FOR INFORMATION
Questions regarding company participation at the 30th Annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference
should be directed to:
Kristin Piasecki, Manager, Medical Meeting Logistics
[email protected] 301-907-2695
Rebekah Kim, Senior Coordinator, Medical Meetings
[email protected] 240-200-3763
www.nacfconference.org [email protected]
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GETTING
STARTED
Booth Space Fees
Exhibit Booths
Early Bird Rate
After August 19th
(per 10’ x10’)
(per 10’ x 10’)
In-line
$5,200
$5,500
Corner
$5,800
$6,100
Island
$6,600
$6,900
Booth Type
What’s Included With Your Booth
•3’ high black sidewall draping and 8’ high black backwall
draping, where applicable.
•24-hour Exhibit Hall security.
Standard In-line and Corner Booths
•Includes a booth identification sign with company name,
approximately 7” high x 44” long, located at the top of the
backwall drape.
•Standard booths are 10’ wide x 10’ deep, with black 8’
high draped back wall and black 3’ high side rails (corner
booths do not have side rails).
•Maximum height of in-line and corner exhibits is 8’ tall,
and may extend 5’ from the back wall.
•Pop-up or other modular booths used by exhibiting
companies in standard in-line and corner booths cannot
exceed the back wall and side wall dimensions.
Island Booths
•Two ‘Exhibit Booth Only’ badges for every 10’ x 10’ booth
space purchased.
•Two ‘Guest Only’ badges. (Access during open exhibit hall hours only)
Booth Payment
•50% deposit of total booth fee is DUE if Exhibit
Application is received on or before July 29th.
•100% of total booth fee is DUE if Exhibit Application is
received on or after July 30th.
•Final Booth payments are DUE September 24 .
th
•If an application is not accepted, submitter will be notified
and payment will be returned within 14 days of such
notification.
•All exhibiting costs are the responsibility of the
participating company.
Booth Assignment
Booth assignments will be made in the order applications are
received and by previous years’ support level.
Booth assignments will be made in descending order of the
choices indicated on the application. If preferred booth space is
not available, space will be assigned as appropriate. Exhibitors
will receive e-mail confirmation of booth assignment by July
19th if full payment and completed application have been
received prior to this date and have been accepted by NACFC
Show Management. If deposits or full payments and completed
applications are not received by July 19th, booth selection may
be reassigned or denied without notification by NACFC Show
Management.
•Must have access from all four sides and provide for
reasonable see-through. Booths cannot be larger than 40’ x
30’ without prior approval from NACFC Show Management.
•Booth height will not exceed 24’ from the floor to
its highest point. Plans for all Island Booths must be
submitted to NACFC Show Management for approval by
September 19th.
Tabletop Exhibits
•Tabletop exhibits are available for non-profit companies
only. For tabletop exhibit information and pricing, please
contact NACFC Show Management.
Cancellations & Downsizing
Exhibiting companies wishing to cancel or reduce the size of their
exhibit space are required to submit a written request. Official
cancellation date will be in effect on the date written notification is received. All cancellations or requests for a reduction
in exhibit space must be made in writing to the NACFC Show
Management by August 19th.
Cancellation
•Deposits and fifty percent (50%) of the total exhibit fee
will be retained for cancellations received on or before
August 19th.
•One hundred percent (100%) of the total exhibit fee will be
retained for cancellations received on or after August 20th.
Downsizing
•Once an application is received, until August 19th, booth
downsizing will be charged fifty percent (50%) of total
booth fee, per 10 square feet reduced.
•One hundred percent (100%) of the total exhibit fee, per
10 square feet reduced, will be retained for downsizing
requests received on or after August 20th.
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GETTING
STARTED
Installation & Dismantle of Exhibits
Exhibit Hall Schedule of Events*
Any exhibit not dismantled by 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, October
30th by the responsible company will be removed by GES. In
such cases, full labor and storage charges (if applicable) will
be assessed and billed to the exhibiting company. The CF
Foundation, GES, nor the Orange County Convention Center
will be responsible, and accept no liability for loss, damage, or
deterioration to any and all property belonging to the exhibiting company. Installation and dismantling times are subject
to change.
*Subject to Change
Installation
Wednesday, October 26th................................. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
•All empty crates must be labeled by 5:00 p.m. on
Wednesday, October 26th in order for GES to clear them to
lay the aisle carpet.
Thursday, October 27th......................................8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
•On Thursday, October 27th, exhibitors may continue setting
up only within the confines of their booth space(s).
•Any booth not set up by 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October
27th will be removed from the floor, including materials
and equipment belonging to the exhibiting company.
Exhibitors not set up or installed on time may be required
to forfeit their space and fees paid and/or jeopardize
future booth space opportunities.
•Exhibitors with more than 300 square feet of booth space
that require early move-in Tuesday, October 25th must
submit a written request to NACFC Show Management by
September 19th.
Dismantle
Thursday, October 27th
11:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
11:15 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Cash Lunch/Visit Exhibits/
Poster Viewing
11:30 a.m. – 1:20 p.m.
Showcase Theater
Presentations
Friday, October 28th
7:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast/Visit
Exhibits/Poster Viewing
12:15 p.m. – 1:35 p.m.
Cash Lunch/Visit Exhibits/
Poster Viewing
12:30 p.m. – 1:20 p.m.
Showcase Theater
Presentations
Saturday, October 29th
7:30 a.m. – 2:20 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast/Visit
Exhibits/Poster Viewing
12:15 p.m. – 2:20 p.m.
Cash Lunch/Visit Exhibits/
Poster Viewing
12:30 p.m. – 2:20 p.m.
Showcase Theater
Presentations
Service Contractor:
Global Experience Specialists (GES)
Saturday, October 29th ...................................... 2:21 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
•Equipment/literature packing and/or dismantling of
exhibits is not permitted until 2:21 p.m. on Saturday,
October 29th. Exhibitors that begin dismantling early will
jeopardize future booth space opportunities.
•Empty packaging/crate return will commence Saturday
afternoon after the Hall closes.
Sunday, October 30th.......................................... 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
•All exhibit material must be packed and ready for removal
from the Exhibit Hall by 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 30th.
• GES service details, pricing and order forms are in the
Exhibitor Services Manual (available Summer 2016) or at
GES Online at https://ordering.ges.com.
• Information may also be obtained by contacting GES
National Service Center by phone, 800-475-2098 (US),
or 702-515-5970, (international); or via online chat,
www.ges.com/chat. Service Center hours of operation are
6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PST.
What Will GES Do For You?
• GES will furnish exhibitors with suitable booth space. All
rental furnishings, sign and banner orders, exhibit services,
booth cleaning, material handling, and labor will be
contracted through GES.
• GES will send an email notification when GES online and
the Exhibitor Services Manual are available.
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EXHIBITOR RULES
& REGULATIONS
Guidelines for Display
The CF Foundation refers to the IAEE Guidelines for Display Rules and Regulations. Additional booth specification details will be
included in the Exhibitor Service Manual.
Booth Perimeter Restrictions
Floor Covering
Exhibitors are prohibited from placing any structures or materials
beyond the perimeters of their assigned booth space. NACFC
Show Management reserves the right to make modifications to
perimeter restrictions at any time and at their sole discretion.
Floor covering is mandatory for all exhibit booths and must
cover the entire net square footage of contracted exhibit space.
Exhibitors may use their own floor covering (non-residue carpet
or hardwood) or order it from GES. Order forms will be included
in the Exhibitor Services Manual. If floor covering is not installed
by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 26th, GES will install carpet
at the exhibitor’s expense.
Canvassing/Distribution of Materials
& Advertising
Interviews, demonstrations, event or function advertisements,
and distribution of literature or give-away items must be done
within the confines of the booth area assigned to exhibitor.
Canvassing or distributing advertising materials outside exhibitor’s own booth is not permitted. Use of the CF Foundation
name, logo, and/or conference name is not permitted without
the written consent of the Foundation. Including, but not limited
to, “North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference, NACFC, CFF,
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, CF Foundation, and 30th Annual
NACF Conference.”
Food & Beverage
Compliance with Laws & Regulations
Force Majeure
Exhibitors must comply with all laws, by-laws, regulations, policies, ordinances, resolutions, and agreements of or with the
Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), the city of Orlando,
the state of Florida, and federal regulations. In addition, exhibitors will comply with the regulations of the local unions having
jurisdiction at the OCCC. Materials used in all parts of exhibit
construction, together with all curtains, draperies, and other
decorative material, must be flameproof as prescribed by the
fire ordinances currently in effect in Florida. All national and
local fire laws and ordinances with respect to materials, electrical wiring, and other substances must be strictly observed.
Exhibits are subject to inspection by appropriate officials
before opening and at any time during the event to ensure
compliance. Combustible material such as crepe paper, tissue
paper, pine boughs, or leafy adornments will not be allowed
at any time. All packaging containers, excelsior, and wrapping
paper must be removed from the floor and may not be stored
under tables or behind displays. Open flames, gasoline, kerosene, and other flammable or explosive substances are not
permitted in the exhibit area. Popcorn, glitter, and helium balloons are not permitted in the Exhibit Hall. Individuals under
the age of 16 years old are not permitted in the Exhibit Hall
during installation and dismantling hours.
Food and beverages to be served, distributed, or consumed
on the premises of the OCCC must be contracted through
Centerplate, the exclusive catering company at the OCCC.
Exhibitors must contact Lindsey Plunkett, exhibit catering sales
manager at [email protected] for information.
Exhibitors wishing to distribute food or beverages of any kind
must submit a written request to NACFC Show Management
by September 19th.
The CF Foundation will not be responsible in any event for
any loss, damage, delay, or limitation related to acts of God,
transportation stoppages, labor disputes, government restrictions, civil unrest, warfare, pandemic disease, acts of terrorism,
unavoidable casualty, or any other similar or dissimilar causes
beyond the control of NACFC Show Management. Exhibitor
hereby releases and discharges NACFC Show Management
and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from liability
for any such loss, damage, delay, or limitation. Should any contingency prevent the holding of the exhibition, NACFC Show
Management may retain such part of the fee specified in the
exhibitor application.
Fundraising
Collecting donations for the CF Foundation or any other fundraising activities are restricted. Please contact NACFC Show
Management for information and approval of fundraising
activities.
Furnishings & Decorations
Exhibitors may rent furnishings and decorations from GES or
provide their own. Material handling rates will apply if exhibitors
bring their own furnishings or use an outside vendor.
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EXHIBITOR RULES
& REGULATIONS
Hanging Signs
Hanging signs are permitted for Island Booths only and must
comply with the 24’ maximum Island Booth height allowance.
The distance is measured from the floor to the top of the sign.
Signs must be hung directly over contracted space.
Lead Retrieval
Lead retrieval units can be ordered through the Exhibitor Services
Manual on GES online.
Liability & Indemnification
Exhibitor assumes entire responsibility and hereby agrees to
protect, indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the CF Foundation,
the Orange County Convention Center, GES, and their directors,
officers, employees, agents, parents, and subsidiaries against
all actions, claims, losses, and damages to persons or property.
In addition, the Foundation, its directors, officers, agents, and
employees, separately or collectively, GES or the OCCC, its
directors, officers, agents, and employees separately or collectively, will not accept responsibility for any damage to, or the
loss or destruction of, an exhibit or the property of an exhibitor,
its agents or employees, or the death or injury of any person
employed by exhibitor or for whom exhibitor is responsible or
over whom exhibitor has control from fire, theft, accidents or
other causes of any kind. All claims for any such loss, damage,
destruction, death, or injury are expressly waived by exhibitor.
Product Samples/Promotional Items
Distribution of samples is not specifically prohibited, but may
not be appropriate. Promotional items that will be distributed
within exhibit booths must be pre-approved. Exhibitors wishing
to distribute items other than product samples or educational
materials must submit a written request, including a product
description, to NACFC Show Management by September 19th.
Companies that do not submit for approval by the deadline are
not guaranteed approval.
Restriction of Exhibits
NACFC Show Management reserves the right to: (a) reject for any
reason, without explanation, any exhibit application, company,
product or service(s) for the NACFC; (b) reject, prohibit, restrict,
or otherwise require modification of any exhibit for any reason
including literature, displays, advertising, promotional items,
conduct of persons, etc.; and (c) evict or bar any exhibitor whose
exhibit, materials, or conduct is objectionable to NACFC Show
Management for any reason. The volume of conversation, audio
or audiovisual equipment, or any other activity shall be kept
at levels that do not disturb or intrude upon nearby exhibitors
or other conference activities. Violation of any regulations on
the part of exhibitor, its employees or agents shall void the
right to occupy space, and such exhibitor will forfeit to the CF
Foundation all monies that may have been paid. Exhibitor shall
pay all expenses and damages that NACFC Show Management
may incur for purposes of eviction.
Sales
The direct sale of merchandise, including food and beverages,
for cash or credit in the Exhibit Hall is prohibited; however, orders
may be taken.
Security
The CF Foundation will provide 24-hour security services during
the entire exhibit period, including installation and dismantle
periods. The Foundation will not be responsible for the loss
of any material for any cause and urges exhibitors to exercise
normal precautions to discourage loss due to theft or any
other cause. Neither the Foundation nor the OCCC is liable for
exhibitor property.
Smoking
The NACFC has a no smoking policy for all NACFC meetings.
Smoking is not permitted in the Convention Center.
Staffing
Exhibits must be staffed and operational at all times during show
hours. Exhibitors vacating their booth before the closing of each
day or prior to the final close of the show may be denied exhibit
space at future conferences and events.
Subletting Space
No exhibitor shall assign, sublet, or apportion the whole or any
part of their contracted space, or have any representatives,
equipment or materials from any company other than their
own in the booth without written approval from NACFC Show
Management. Failure to inform NACFC Show Management may
result in immediate eviction at exhibitor’s expense.
Utility Services & AV Equipment
All electrical, plumbing, telephone services, internet services,
telecommunications, and audio visual equipment needs must
be requested through the specified contractor identified in the
Exhibitor Services Manual. Order forms for these services are
included in the Exhibitor Services Manual.
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SHOW YOUR
SUPPORT
Maximize Your Company’s Visibility at the 2016 NACFC with Support and Marketing
Opportunities!
The CF Foundation appreciates the significant role and contributions of its corporate supporters and exhibiting companies
toward the success of the NACFC. The Foundation is committed
to assisting corporate supporters and exhibiting companies with
meeting their business goals at the NACFC by offering a wide
variety of exciting support opportunities. This brochure lists these
opportunities, which are designed to meet the diverging needs
of conference supporters and exhibiting companies, based on
their individual policies and objectives. The CF Foundation is
also willing to consider new ideas or suggestions that will
aid your company in maximizing visualization to NACFC
attendees. To discuss new or existing NACFC support opportunities, please contact [email protected].
Support Levels
Support levels are determined by total contributions, including Exhibit Booth fees, but excluding Meeting Space fees.
All Support Levels include the following:
•Recognition in the NACFC Official Preliminary Program*, Final Program, and Exhibitor’s Guide
•Recognition on the NACFC website
•Recognition on entrance unit to Exhibit Hall
•Recognition in NACFC mobile app with customizable company page
Platinum
Gold
• Minimum of $150,000.00 support is required to qualify
• Minimum of $75,000.00 support is required to qualify
• Platinum lapel pins with 2016 NACFC logo
• Gold lapel pins with 2016 NACFC logo
• Six complimentary general conference registrations**
• Four complimentary general conference registrations**
• Five general conference registrations at discounted rate**
• Three general conference registrations at discounted rate**
• Special acknowledgement/company logo in Preliminary* &
Final Programs
• Advance booth selection in 2017
• Option for housing in the Headquarter Hotel if support is
confirmed by June 29 , 2016
Silver
• Advance booth selection in 2017
• Minimum of $25,000.00 support is required to qualify
• Silver lapel pins with 2016 NACFC logo
Diamond
• Three complimentary general conference registrations**
• Minimum of $100,000.00 support is required to qualify
• Diamond lapel pins with 2016 NACFC logo
• Two general conference registrations at discounted rate**
Corporate
• Five complimentary general conference registrations**
• Four general conference registrations at discounted rate**
• Minimum of $10,000.00 support is required to qualify
• Special acknowledgement/company logo in Preliminary* &
Final Programs
• Two complimentary general conference registration**
• One general conference registration at discounted rate**
• Advance booth selection in 2017
Nonprofit/Jr. Contributor
• Minimum of $5,000.00 support is required to qualify
*If support is secured on, or before, July 29th
st
**If registration is secured on, or before, October 1
(no exceptions - regardless of Support Level)
• One complimentary general conference registration**
• One general conference registration at discounted rate**
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NACFC SUPPORT
& MARKETING
OPPORTUNITIES
Closing Event...................................................................................................$300,000
WiFi Lounge in the Exhibit Hall.................................................. $80,000
Culminating conference week, this modern dinner and dancing
event routinely draws nearly 1,200 participants. By supporting
this event your company will have lasting exposure. Recognition:
Prominent signage and banner at event and on food and beverage stations. Napkins and beverage cups with company or
product logo may be provided for beverage stations by company.
Attendees will enjoy a comfortable and convenient setting to
wirelessly connect to their laptop or wireless devices. Located in
the Exhibit Hall, the lounge-style setting is an extremely popular
gathering and networking spot for attendees. Recognition:
Banner and signage in the lounge area with company or product
logo and link to company website. You can broaden recognition
by providing refreshments in the lounge. Contact NACFC Show
Management for other WiFi support opportunities.
Welcome Reception................................................................................$200,000
This popular networking event is a great way to set the pace
for company exposure at the NACFC. Food, beverage, and
entertainment make this a must for more than 3,000 attendees.
Recognition: Prominent signage and banner displayed during
the event and on food and beverage stations. Napkins and beverage cups with company or product logo may be provided by
company.
Roundtable Session.................................................................................... $65,000
This very popular roundtable discussion session routinely attract
up to 1,000 attendees. Your company will be recognized through
prominent signage displays. Feel free to provide napkins and
cups at the buffet luncheon with your company logo for more
visibility.
*Session Recordings Website.....................................................$125,000
Baggage Check/Luggage Tags.................................................... $60,000
The website provides access to the NACFC scientific presentations with audio synchronized to the speaker slides. Fully
registered attendees receive complimentary access. Company
logo will be displayed on the website containing the session
recordings. Gain abundant exposure through this must-have
educational resource for NACFC attendees.
Provide complimentary baggage and coat check to all conference attendees. For long lasting visibility add luggage tags
at the check in counter. Company opting for baggage check will
have right of first refusal for luggage tags.
e-Connect..............................................................................................................$110,000
Display your company logo on e-Connect terminals in high traffic
areas. e-Connect is a central hub for NACFC activity. Attendees
access their conference itineraries, view and print NACFC materials and print airline boarding passes. Your company will be
recognized through prominent signage around the e-Connect
area. Your company may provide mouse pads for additional
exposure.
Conference Bags.........................................................................................$100,000
Conference bags are distributed to every fully registered participant. These bags will contain the Final Program, various
sponsored items, and other materials vital to the conference.
Participants use the bags on-site to carry essentials like water
bottles, notepads, pens, business cards, laptops, and other
accessories. NACFC bags are a favorite “take home” item
among participants. Place your company logo on the bag for
recognition.
Registration Electronic Check-in............................................$100,000
Again this year, attendees can check in electronically. Companies
can be recognized at check-in terminals via screen savers and
background logos. Your company may provide mouse pads.
*Pediatric Pulmonology Flash Drive Supplement..... $60,000
The flash drive contains the 2016 NACFC accepted abstracts
and symposium presentation summaries in a searchable format.
Attendees use the flash drive before, during, and after the conference. Recognition: logo on the top banner (and a link to your
website, if desired) and a section within the flash drive with links
to company videos. Company logo can also be placed on the
outside of the flash drive and on its packaging.
Mobile App............................................................................................................ $50,000
Bring your company to the attendees through the NACFC
mobile app. Available to all attendees with an iPhone, iPad,
Blackberry, and Android to download. Recognition: splash page
and banner on the app. Make you banner interactive! One click
can send attendees directly to your website. Attendees will use
the app before, during, and after the conference. A webinar will
be available approximately one month before the conference
begins, allowing for even more exposure.
*Attendee Resource Center (ARC)........................................ $50,000
This is a one-stop-shop for continuing education credits, conference and session surveys, handouts, abstracts, accepted case
submissions, and session recordings. Attendees will access the
ARC before the conference (as applicable), onsite, and after the
conference. Recognition: Splash page with company name/logo at
each computer, signage onsite and recognition in Final Program.
*Exclusive Opportunity
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NACFC SUPPORT
& MARKETING
OPPORTUNITIES
*Badge Lanyard............................................................................................... $45,000
*Poster Sessions............................................................................................. $70,000
Participants are required to wear a badge at all times during the
NACFC. Gain high visibility for your company by supporting the
badge lanyards worn by attendees. Recognition: company name/
logo on 4, 000+ lanyards made available to all conference attendees.
One of the most anticipated sessions during the NACFC can be
yours to support. Be recognized through signage at the daily
poster sessions. Poster sessions attract thousands of attendees
and will provide high traffic for your company’s logo. Includes
e-Posters: Take poster sessions virtual and provide attendees
with a one-stop shop to view posters electronically. e-Posters are
accessible during all open Exhibit Hall hours.
Thursday, October 27th
11:15 a.m. – 1:45 p.m......... Poster Session I
Hospitality Breaks........................................................... $50,000 (per break)
$80,000 (for two or more)
Morning and afternoon coffee breaks are provided to NACFC
attendees between sessions. Your company logo will be displayed on signage on and around the food and beverage
stations. You can also add napkins and beverage cups with your
company logo for increased recognition.
Thursday, October 27th
9:15 a.m. – 9:45 a.m., & 3:25 p.m. – 4:20 p.m.
Friday, October 28th
10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m., & 3:20 p.m. – 3:50 p.m.
Saturday, October 29th
10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
Friday, October 28th
7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m............. Poster Viewing
12:15 p.m. – 1:35 p.m......... Poster Viewing
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m............. Special Basic Science Poster Session
Saturday, October 29th
7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m............. Poster Viewing
12:15 p.m. – 2:20 p.m......... Poster Viewing
Hydration Station.............................................................$6,000 (one station)
*Reusable Water Bottle....................................................................... $45,000
Show your company’s commitment to “going green” with your
company or product logo printed on refillable water bottles that
are included with all full conference registrations.
City Map/Program-At-A-Glance................................................. $35,000
Pocket-sized guide with conference schedule and Orlando
highlights such as restaurants, shopping and official conference
hotels. These guides will be provided to every attendee in their
conference badge. Your company logo will be placed prominently on the map.
Speaker Ready Room............................................................................... $30,000
Treat more than 500 NACFC faculty members to light refreshments while gaining exposure for your company by supporting
the Speaker Ready Room. Recognition: company name or logo
displayed as splash page on 24 computers terminals; signage in
the room and acknowledgement in Final Program.
Hydration stations will be placed in a variety of highly visible
locations throughout the convention center. Hydration station
water will be infused with fresh citrus for a refreshing treat! Make
a green statement by providing support for these refillable
hydration stations. Recognition: Company or product logo on
the NACFC website and signage at each station. Multiple locations available.
*Presentation Management System.................................... $15,000
NACFC faculty will post their presentations on this website prior
to the conference, which opens approximately two months prior
to the NACFC. Your company logo will be placed directly on the
presentation management system website, providing significant
exposure.
*Relaxation Station..................................................................................... $15,000
Guaranteed to be one of the most popular booths at the conference, attendees can enjoy a brief, refreshing massage by a
licensed professional massage therapist. Increase your company’s exposure by providing t-shirts with your corporate logo.
Carpet Logo (10’ x 10’ logo).......................................................... $20,000
Carpet logos are a prominent visual force for over 4,000
attendees; located directly at the entrance to the exhibit hall.
Your company name/logo will be the first thing attendees see
as they enter the exhibit hall each day! Show your support with
an exclusive carpet logo display or share with other NACFC
Supporters.
*Exclusive Opportunity
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NACFC SUPPORT
& MARKETING
OPPORTUNITIES
*Power Bar............................................................................................................. $10,000
Attendee Mailing List.............................................................................. $2,000+
Attendees recharge at the very popular Power Bar. Power is
available to charge a variety of hand-held electronics such as
multi-media devices, cell phones and laptops. These stations will
be equipped with numerous charging connectors designed to
fit most small electronic devices. Surge protectors for charging
laptops will also be available. Recognition: Prominent signage
on and around the power station, company or product logo
on each charging unit. Expand your recognition by providing
refreshments at the “bar.”
Don’t wait until you are onsite to start promoting your company’s
presence at NACFC. Start generating leads by drawing attention
to the product(s) and/or service(s) your company will be highlighting in Orlando. Mailing List Applications and payment are
due by September 26th.
*Junior Investigators Sessions..................................................... $10,000
Final Program Acknowledgements.............................................$800+
The NACFC will sell acknowledgement space within its Final
Program. Each registered attendee will receive a Final Program in
their conference bag. Gain maximum visibility through acknowledgement pages. Contact us at [email protected].
This non-CME session highlights the abstracts of junior investigators in the area of basic science and clinical research. The top
five abstracts in each category will be chosen for a 5-10 minute
oral presentation at special sessions. Awards will be furnished
by your company name or product. Award certificate with your
company name will be presented to winners.
Exhibitor & Supporter Signage.... Contact CFF for Pricing
*Medical Bag....................................................................................................... $12,000
Regulatory Requirements & Professional
Codes
Be the first message attendees see when they receive their
Medical Bag in their hotel room on Thursday, October 27th.
Your company logo will be placed prominently on the outside
for maximum exposure. Includes (1) insert; company to provide
3,000 copies of insert.
Medical Bag Inserts**.............................................................. $8,000 (each)
Your company provides 3,000* copies of a flyer, up to 8.5” x 11”,
to be included in a hotel room drop Thursday, October 27th. All
flyers must be approved by the CF Foundation. A maximum of
10 inserts will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
*Please be advised that quantities may change due to hotel
room block fluctuation.
**A minimum of 4 inserts must be reserved for the Medical Bag
to be delivered.
Showcase Theaters................................................. $8,000 (per session)
Scheduled in the Exhibit Hall, 20-minute showcase theaters give
attendees an opportunity to learn about the most recent developments regarding your company or products. Presentations
are non-CME and must remain within product labeling. One
small riser, projector and one LCD screen, poster board,
lectern, handheld microphone, and an easel will be provided;
additional equipment must be arranged and paid for by the
supporting company. Forms are due by September 26th; contact
us at [email protected] for availability. Showcase
Theater schedule is published in Exhibitor Guide.
*Pen for Tote Bag.............................................................................................. $8,000
The Orange County Convention Center offers unique and
visible signage opportunities. We will offer window clings,
electronic monitors, signage and banners. Contact us at
[email protected] for pricing information.
The NACFC adheres to Accreditation Council for Continuing
Medical Education regulations to provide continuing education
units for most sessions. ACCME regulations require specific
measures to maintain accreditation, some of which pertain to
industry support. PhRMA and AdvaMed have developed voluntary guideline principals to industry’s marketing relationships
with health care professionals. Please check with your company’s regulatory or compliance department before applying for
support opportunities. NACFC adheres to all state and federal
regulations surrounding regulatory requirements and professional codes.
Sunshine Act (Open Payments)
The Sunshine Act is a common name for the National Physician
Payment Transparency Program or Open Payments. and a section
of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010.
The Sunshine Act is a federal law that requires certain pharmaceutical and device manufacturers to annually report to the
secretary of Health and Human Services certain payments or
other transfers of value (both direct and indirect) furnished to
U.S. licensed physicians and teaching hospitals. The Sunshine
Act does not ban any payments but simply requires reporting
of payments and transfers of value.
For more information go to
https://www.cms.gov/openpayments/index.html.
Something everyone needs! Your company or product logo will
be printed on pens and provided in the tote bags for all conference attendees.
*Exclusive Opportunity
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EDUCATIONAL
SESSION SUPPORT
Session Support
Session Support Opportunities
The conference is designed to educate physicians and allied
health professionals on recent advances in basic and clinical
research related to CF, and to discuss issues, problems and new
approaches to the diagnosis and clinical management of CF
patients. The conference is directed to physicians, other health
care professionals and researchers involved in CF.
Plenary Sessions
Education Support Guidelines
Thursday, October 27th – Saturday, October 29th
Your company name will be visible at one or each of the keynote
topics. Plenary sessions are a highlight of the NACFC and can
typically draw nearly 3,500 attendees.
Short Courses
Wednesday, October 26th
CME credit will be provided for most sessions. Educational
grant support is accepted after the conference sessions are programmed. Educational grants are used to help offset session
costs, such as speaker honoraria and expenses, session catering,
audio/visual equipment, syllabus/handout production, as well as
to contribute to the overall financial viability of the conference.
In accordance with its adherence to the accreditation requirements and policies of the ACCME, control of the development
and operation of all NACFC educational sessions are through
the joint providership of Medical Education Resources and the
CF Foundation. MER is accredited by the ACCME to provide
continuing medical education for physicians. MER and the CF
Foundation will ensure that all CME activities are fair-balanced,
scientifically rigorous, and appropriate for CME.
Choose one or more 4-hour mini-courses ranging in size from
40-120 people each. Short courses are intended to instruct and
provide focused education about a specific topic matter. Two
refreshment breaks are provided.
No corporate or product-specific advertisements, invitations to
events or promotional literature are permitted in NACFC educational sessions. Additionally, companies may not engage in any
activity to drive attendance to specific sessions.
These sessions offer the latest information on basic scientific
research, clinical research, clinical trials and practices, behavioral
aspects of CF, and other areas of current interest. There are
21 symposia and 30 workshop sessions from which to choose.
Average attendance ranges from 150-1,000 people, depending
on the subject matter.
A letter of agreement is required by Medical Education Resources
for support of the educational sessions that will offer CME credit.
Support for these CME sessions will not create any payments
or transfers of value that will be reportable to the CMS Open
Payments program.
Special Classes
Wednesday, October 26th
Special classes are 8-hour courses geared toward training that
includes targeted instruction on a specific area of interest. The
audience size ranges from 40-120 people. Select one or more
of the courses. Two coffee breaks, breakfast, and lunch are
provided.
Symposia & Workshop Sessions
Thursday, October 27th – Saturday, October 29th
Contact us at [email protected]
for more information.
Educational Session signage will be as follows:
This session (course) is supported by an educational grant
from (company name). Medical Education Resources and
the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation take responsibility for the
content and scientific integrity of this CME activity. All
conference sessions are controlled by MER and the CFF
and are free of the control of commercial interests.
*Please note that due to recent guideline changes, corporate
logos are no longer allowed to be displayed along with recognition of support.
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FUNCTION SPACE &
INDUSTRY SUPPORTED
SEMINARS
Function Space Requests
Available Function Hours
The CF Foundation permits Exhibitors and Supporters to reserve
space for private functions and Industry Supported Seminars.
Companies wishing to hold functions in conjunction with the
NACFC must first obtain NACFC Show Management approval.
The CFF is holding limited space at the official conference
hotels for corporate and affiliate functions. While every effort
will be made to secure function space at the Headquarter Hotel,
given the high number of requests and limited space, your functions may be assigned to an alternate official conference hotel.
Groups are strictly prohibited from holding functions at hotels
other than where authorized and assigned by NACFC Show
Management.
Organizations that have been granted approval for function
space will receive a contract from the hotel detailing food, beverage, audio visual and/or other services the hotel is providing.
Payment for private functions is the responsibility of the booking
company. Booking function space constitutes an agreement that
your company will be responsible for any damages incurred by
your guests, invitees, employees, independent contracts, or
other agents under your control.
Advertising of activities to be held in meeting space may be
done through distribution of individual invitations, printed flyers,
and the like, at all official conference hotels. Promotions and
marketing items that will be distributed to NACFC attendees
must be pre-approved by NACFC Show Management prior
to production.
Arrangements for distribution of such materials are the exhibitor
or supporters’ responsibility and expense. No signs, pamphlets,
flyers, etc. promoting such activities will be allowed in the public
areas of the Orange County Convention Center or any official
conference hotels.
Tuesday, October 25th.......................................3:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m.
Wednesday, October 26th............................. 7:00 a.m. – 11:59 p.m.
Thursday, October 27th.....................................8:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m.
Friday, October 28th.............................................8:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m.
•Organizations must adhere to CFF regulations and may
not hold functions that compete or conflict with NACFC
programming and interests.
•Companies hosting corporate functions are responsible for
all costs associated with all services ordered.
•Function space for affiliate groups is available on a
first-come, first-served basis during the above dates and
times ONLY.
Industry Supported Seminars
The CF Foundation is pleased to provide a venue for Industry
Supported Seminars in conjunction with the NACFC. An ISS is
any autonomous, CME or CEU-accredited educational activity
that is independently organized and offered by another organization. The ISS is not part of the 2016 NACFC Official Conference
Program, will not compete or conflict with NACFC programming
and interests, and is not sponsored or endorsed by the CFF.
Organizations interested in hosting an ISS must submit a written
application to the CF Foundation by September 1st. For more
information about hosting an Industry Supported Seminar,
contact [email protected] or 301-907-2593.
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PROGRAM-AT-A-GLANCE
as of March 17; subject to change.
9) SW/PSYCH: Reducing Isolation: Connecting Patients & Families
(A. Daggett, C. Toth)
10) PT & RT: *Exercise: Current Research in Exercise & Physical Activity in People
With CF (J. Agnew, J. Schneiderman)
11:15 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. Poster Session I (All numbers)
11:15 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. Lunch Break/Visit Exhibits/View Posters
11:15 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open
2:00 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.
Symposium Session I
1) APP&D: *Mucociliary Transport & Ion Flux: Lessons Learned From New Models
& New Drugs (A. Cantin, B. Hurley)
2) CFTR: Understanding Missense & Misfolding Mutations in CFTR
(M. Amaral, B. Kleizen)
3) CLIN: Review of the New CF Diagnosis Consensus Guidelines
(N. Derichs, C. Ren)
4) INF/MIC: *Non-tuberculous Mycobacteria: Now That the Guidelines Are
Published (M. Aitken, S. Martiniano)
5) NRS: *Growing Older With CF (P. Pfahler, R. Wetmore)
6) NT: *CFTR Gene Repair & Replacement: New Progress Toward Cystic Fibrosis
Therapy (B. Davis, J. Engelhardt)
7) PT & RT: *The Management of the Critically Ill CF Patient (B. Button, A. Rao)
3:25 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.
Coffee Break & Poster Viewing
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
ALL: Plenary Session I: A Cure For All: Leaving No
One Behind (E. Sorscher)
ALL: Welcome Reception
6:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
FRIDAY, OCT. 28
7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
General & Exhibitor Registration (OCCC)
7:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Poster Viewing/Continental Breakfast/View Exhibits
7:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. ALL: Plenary Session II: Worldwide Collaboration:
We Are All In This Together
(J. Pilewski/P. Flume, C. De Boeck)
10:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Coffee Break
10:30 a.m. - 11:55 a.m. Symposium Session II
8) CFTR: Corrector MOA: No Longer MIA (A. Aleksandrov, P. Thomas)
9) CLIN: *CF Gastroenterology Comes of Age: Best Practices & DIGEST
(M. Kowalczyk, S. Lusman)
10) CLIN: *The Challenging Landscape of Cost of Care in CF (TBD)
11) CLIN-NRS-SW/PSYCH: *Collaborative Mental Health Care: It Takes a Village
(K. Killeen, K. Reno)
12) GMS: CF Models: From Cell to Organism (J. Beekman, L. Clarke)
13) INF/MIC: Hot Off the Press: New Insights Into CF Lung Infections
(D. Nguyen, A. Hauser)
14) NT: Small Molecule Intervention for Uncommon CFTR Mutations: Achieving
Treatment for Every CF Patient (D. Bedwell, I. Sermet-Gaudelus)
12:15 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. Lunch Break/View Posters/Visit Exhibits
12:15 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. U.S. Pediatric/Adult/Affiliate Program Directors
Meetings
12:15 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. Brown Bag Luncheons
1) GMS: Genetics & Genetic Counseling for CF (K. Raraigh)
2) INF/MIC: *Fungal Infection: Where Are We Now-Where Are We Going?
(L. Saiman )
3) NRS-PT & RT: *One Size Does Not Fit All: CF Strategies to Improve Outcomes
(S. Gray, M. Lester)
4) NTR: Nutrition-focused Physical Assessment (M. Oberle, P. Rose)
5) SW/PSYCH: Mental Health Guidelines: Lessons Learned the First Year
(A. Moog)
12:15 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. Junior Investigators Best Abstract in Basic Science
12:15 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. Junior Investigators Best Abstract in
Clinical Research
2:00 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
Workshop Session II
11) APP&D: Mucins & Mucus in CF (B. Button, C. Evans, A. Livraghi)
12) CFTR: Understanding & Stabilizing CFTR Structure (C. Broulette, C. Govaerts)
13) CLIN: Quality Improvement & Best Practices in Clinical Research
(D. Durham, K. Poch)
14) CLIN: Endocrine (K. Larson-Ode, V. Tangpricha)
15) CLIN: *Pulmonary Medicine (M. McCown, M. Pricket)
16) INF/MIC: Microbial Ecology in the CF Airway (L.Caverly, B. Coburn)
17) NRS: *Supporting Patients With Advanced Disease (ME Corrigan, L. Fries)
18) NT: *Biomarkers to Evaluate Treatment (N. Hamblett, A. Ziady)
19) NTR: *Nutrition Research (D. Kalnins, K. Maguiness)
20) PT & RT: *AWC: So Many Devices, So Little Evidence: Choosing the Best AWC
Method (D. Conrad, D. Eidson)
3:20 p.m. - 3:50 p.m.
Coffee Break /Poster Viewing
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fellows Sessions (Pediatric & Adult)
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Special Basic Science Poster Session
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Caregivers Sessions by Discipline-See Caregivers
Program-at-a-Glance
Speakers & Fellows Reception (By Invitation Only)
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, OCT. 29
6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
General & Exhibitor Registration (OCCC)
7:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Poster Viewing/Continental Breakfast
7:30 a.m. - 2:20 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
7:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Consultation Clinics
1) NRS: Palliative Care Challenges (J. Goggins, M. Hendry)
2) NTR: GI/Nutrition (M. Marcus, J. Sullivan)
3) SW/PSYCH: Psychosocial Soup: Sorting Out Roles With Challenging Cases
(J. Cary, N. Concotelli, M. Pedrotty)
4) PT & RT: Success Stories Using Adherence Strategies (W. Demeray, B. Owens)
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. ALL: Plenary Session III: Observational Research
(W. Morgan)
10:00 a.m. - 10:20 p.m. Coffee Break
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10:30 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. Workshop Session III
21) APP&D: Ion & Fluid Transport in CF (R. Pickles, V. Saint-Criq)
22) CFTR: Rare CFTR Mutants & How to Fix Them (K. Aurora, L. Galietta)
23) CLIN: *Epidemiology in CF (B. Quon, G. Sawicki)
24) CLIN: *Emerging Issues in CF Lung Transplantation (A. Faro, J. Pilewski)
25) CLIN-NT: Imaging Modalities in CF (S. Nagle, J. Woods)
26) GMS: CF Model Systems (S. Burkitt, A.C. Naren)
27) INF/MIC: *Epidemiology & Management of Infection (C. Keating, M. Parkins)
28) NRS: *Appreciating the Complexity With Transplant Referrals
(S. Sullivan, E. Wells)
29) NT: Emerging Strategies for Correcting the Basic CFTR Gene Defect
(A. Firth, P. McCray, E. Mendenhall)
30) NTR-SW/PSYCH: Dynamic Duo: SW & RD Collaboration on Challenging
Cases (E. McElroy, S. Muenzel, J. Taylor)
12:15 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. Luncheon Roundtables
12:15 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. Brown Bag Luncheons
6) APP&D: Multiple Breath Washout & LCI: Measurement & Interpretation
(F. Ratjen, TBD)
7) CLIN: Recruiting & Referrals (B. Noren, K. Simmons)
8) CLIN: The Orkambi Effect: Drug & Disease Interaction (Z. Bhakta, R. Pettit)
9) NRS: The Struggle for New Therapies: Obtain, Maintain & Sustain
(C. Chacon, A. Willis)
10) NTR: *Addressing Challenging Feeding Behaviors (S. Salzedo, S.Filigno)
11) SW/PSYCH: Sexuality, Intimacy & Reproduction (E. Cohen-Engel, J. Nash)
12) SW/PSYCH: *Employment & Education Advocacy for Adults with CF
(A. Lew, B. Sufian)
12:15 p.m. - 2:20 p.m. Lunch Break/View Posters/Visit Exhibits
12:15 p.m. - 2:05 p.m. U.S. Center & Program Directors Meeting
2:20 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Closed
2:30 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
Symposium Session III
15) APP&D: *The Interface of Innate Immunity in the CF Lung
(S. Elborn, D. Nguyen)
16) CLIN: *Women’s Health (J. Billings, R. Jain)
17) CLIN: The Role of CFTR in Beta-cell Function (M. Rayas, A. Kelly)
18) INF/MIC: Challenges in CF Microbiology: Light Amid the Fog
(L. Hoffman, M. Tunney)
19) NTR: *Update on Enteral Feeding & Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines
(D. Agrawal, J. Dorsey)
20) PT & RT: *Presentation of Best Exercise Practices Throughout the Lifespan
(L. Lands, J. Lohman)
21) SW/PSYCH: Transition: Trials, Tribulations & Truimphs
(D. Genyk, A. Montgomery)
4:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Caregivers Sessions by Discipline-See Caregivers
Program-at-a-Glance
7:30 p.m.
Closing Event
CONFERENCE ADJOURNS
PLEASE NOTE: Sessions with an * before the title have been suggested for live streaming. These suggestions are not final. They are being vetted by the CFF. The final list will be distributed when available.
TUESDAY, OCT. 25
3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
General & Exhibitor Registration at the Orange
County Convention Center (OCCC)
3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Remote General & Exhibitor Registration (TBD)
Large Group Exhibitor Registration (By Appointment Only)
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 26
Special Session by Invitation Only:
Quality Improvement (M. Godfrey)
Poster Set-up
7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
General & Exhibitor Registration (OCCC)
7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Remote General & Exhibitor Registration (TBD)
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Special Classes
1) NRS: Nuts & Bolts for New CF Caregivers (E. Bryson, L. Feenan)
2) PT & RT: Advanced Airway Clearance Techniques Throughout the Lifespan
(B. Button, M. McIlwaine)
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Psychosocial Working Group
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. CF Registry Meeting
3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Short Courses
1) CLIN: Nuts & Bolts for the New Research Coordinator (C. Dunn, K. Hilliard)
2) CLIN-NRS: Walking the Therapeutic Tight Rope (J. Weiland, D. Young)
3) CLIN-SW/PSYCH: Patient-centered Communication Strategies to Enhance
Partnerships (S. Larowe)
4) CLIN-SW/PSYCH: Depression & Anxiety Treatment in CF: Therapy,
Medications & Preventative Strategies (A. Georgiopoulos, B. Smith)
5) SW/PSYCH: *No More NO! Helping Parents Gaining Cooperation With Self Care
& More (L. Greene, J. Cary, A. Tluczek)
6) NTR: Advanced Nutrition (L. Mannik, E. Sefrood)
7) PT & RT: Comprehensive Exercise Testing & Prescription Implementation
(F. Cerny, TBD)
3:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m.
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
THURSDAY, OCT. 27
7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
General & Exhibitor Registration (OCCC)
7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Physicians Grand Rounds
7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Caregivers Sessions by Discipline-See Caregivers
Program-at-a-Glance
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Special Interest & Related Study Groups
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Poster Set-up
9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Coffee Break
9:45 a.m. - 11:05 a.m. Workshop Session I
1) APP&D: Bench to Bedside in CF Inflammation (M. Konstan, D. Nichols)
2) CFTR: CFTR 2016 (A. Abu-Arish, J. Hong)
3) GMS: CF Disease Modifiers: From Genes to Function (S. Blackman, C. Hodges)
4) CLIN: Gastroenterology & Hepatology (M. DiMagno, A. Freeman)
5) CLIN: Noteworthy Publications 2015-2016 (S. Bell, B. Ramsey)
6) INF/MIC: Pathogenesis of Airway Infection (K. Hisert, D. Wozniak)
7) NT: *Clinical Advances in Cystic Fibrosis Research (C. De Boeck, D. Dorgan)
8) NRS: *The Minute Clinic: Partnering to Create the Ideal Visit (C. George, W. Gore)
30 TH ANNUAL
NORTH AMERICAN
EXHIBITOR APPLICATION
& AGREEMENT
OCTOBER 27-29, 2016 • OR ANGE COUNT Y CONVENTION CENTER • ORL ANDO, FL
EXHIBITOR APPLICATION & AGREEMENT
COMPANY INFORMATION
PAYMENT INFORMATION
Applying as:
Company Name
Company Name (as displayed on printed materials)
 Pharmaceutical Company
 Pharmacy
 Medical Device Company
 Other
Title
EXHIBIT SPACE SELECTION
Booth Type
Contact Name
Early Bird Rate After August 19th
(Per 10' X 10')
(Per 10' X 10')
 In-line
$5,200
$5,500
 Corner
$5,800
$6,100
 Island
$6,600
$6,900
*Please note that if the configuration of your booth impacts the sale of
another booth due to reconfiguration of the floor plan, there will be a
50% fee per 10’ x 10’ removed.
If a corner booth is larger than 10’ x 10’ and includes additional In-line
booths, both 10’ x 10’ spaces are charged at the Corner Booth rate.
Preferred Booth Location:
If preferred space is not available, comparable space will be
assigned.
Email
Phone (Office)
Phone (Cell)
Amount Due:
50% (due if submitted on or before July 29 th)
$ ____________
100% (due if submitted on or after July 30 th)
$ ____________
FINAL payments are DUE September 24, 2016
Amount Included
$ ____________
Form of Payment:
 Check (Make checks payable to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Attn: NACFC)
 Credit Card (Contact Rebekah Kim at 240-200-3763 )
1 Choice
st
2 Choice
3 Choice
nd
rd
PO Number: __________________________________________
Please indicate if there is a company you would like to be near
I am authorized by my company to provide the payment
information above:
Please indicate if there is a company you do not wish to be placed near
Authorized Signature
Booth Size Configuration: _______ X _______
Cancellations & Downsizing:
Date
* A receipt will be sent after payment has been processed
* PO numbers must be accompanied to guarantee hold on
exhibit space
Exhibiting companies wishing to cancel or reduce the size of
their exhibit space are required to submit a written request.
Official cancellation date will be in effect the date written
notification is received.
• Deposits and fifty percent (50%) of the total exhibit fee
will be retained for cancellations received on or before
August 19th.
NO REFUNDS AFTER AUGUST 19, 2016.
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30 TH ANNUAL
NORTH AMERICAN
EXHIBITOR APPLICATION
& AGREEMENT
OCTOBER 27-29, 2016 • OR ANGE COUNT Y CONVENTION CENTER • ORL ANDO, FL
EXHIBITOR APPLICATION & AGREEMENT
EXHIBITING COMPANY CONTACT INFORMATION
Company Name
Contact
Title
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Country
Email
Company Website
Fax
Phone
On-site Contact
Email
WILL YOU BE USING A THIRD PARTY TRADE SHOW MANAGEMENT COMPANY?
 Yes
 No
AGREEMENT
Application is hereby made for exhibit space at the 2016 North American CF Conference, October 27-29, 2016.
 I am an authorized representative of the company named above and with full authority to sign and deliver this application
and payment.
 I understand my signature below commits my company to the exhibit booth square footage requested on this form.
 If I wish to decrease square footage, I will refer to the Cancellation and Downsizing clause indicated on this form.
 All correspondence will be with the person listed above, and this contact person will be responsible for forwarding all
materials to agents and/or representatives hired by the exhibiting company.
 My signature below indicates that I have read, accept, and agree to all 2016 Exhibitor Rules and Regulations.
Authorized Signature
Date
Please return this form with payment to:
Rebekah Kim, Senior Coordinator, Medical Meetings
6931 Arlington Rd., Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814
Email: [email protected]
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30 TH ANNUAL
NORTH AMERICAN
SUPPORTER APPLICATION
& AGREEMENT
OCTOBER 27-29, 2016 • OR ANGE COUNT Y CONVENTION CENTER • ORL ANDO, FL
SUPPORTER APPLICATION & AGREEMENT
ALL sections of the application must be completed
• Right of First Refusal Form, as applicable (ROFR forms must be submitted by June 21st).
• Thoroughly review Support and Marketing Opportunities & Guidelines.
• Must be an exhibiting company (some exceptions may apply).
• 50% deposit due with application (if application is submitted on or before July 29th).
• Full payment is required with applications beginning July 30th.
• Late applications will be considered based on availability.
Application acceptance
determined by
‘Items to be Supported’
and timeliness of submission.
• Final payments are due by September 24th.
Company Name (as it should appear in conference materials)
MEMBER LEVEL
Support levels are determined by total contributions,
including Exhibit Booth fees, but excluding
Meeting Space fees.
PAYMENT INFORMATION
Company Name
• Platinum Circle Minimum $150,000 support required to qualify
• Diamond Circle Minimum $100,000 support required to qualify
• Gold Circle Minimum $75,000 support required to qualify
Contact Name
Title
• Silver Circle Minimum $25,000 support required to qualify
• Corporate Minimum $10,000 support required to qualify
• Non-profit/Junior Contributor
Email
Phone Number
Minimum $5,000 support required to qualify
$
ITEMS TO BE SUPPORTED
See Support & Marketing Opportunities
pages (13-15) in the Exhibitor Prospectus.
Amount Included
 Check (Make checks payable to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Attn: NACFC)
 Credit Card (Contact Rebekah Kim, 240-200-3763)
PO Number:___________________________________
$
1) Item
Amount
I am authorized by my company to provide the payment
information above
$
2) Item
Amount
$
3) Item
Amount
$
4) Item
Amount
Authorized Signature
Date
* A receipt with application acceptance will be sent after
payment has been processed
* PO numbers must be accompanied by credit card to
guarantee hold of activity.
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30 TH ANNUAL
NORTH AMERICAN
SUPPORTER
SUPPORTER APPLICATION
APPLICATION
& AGREEMENT
& AGREEMENT
OCTOBER 27-29, 2016 • OR ANGE COUNT Y CONVENTION CENTER • ORL ANDO, FL
SUPPORTER APPLICATION & AGREEMENT
SUPPORTING COMPANY CONTACT INFORMATION
Company Name
Contact
Title
Address:
City
State
Postal Code
Country
Email
Company Website
Fax
Phone
On-site Contact
Email
WILL YOU BE USING A THIRD PARTY TRADE SHOW MANAGEMENT COMPANY?
 Yes
 No
 I have already provided the CFF with requested company contact information, and no changes are required.
Application is hereby made for non-educational support activity at the 2016 NACFC, October 27-29, 2016. I am an authorized
representative of the company named above with full authority to sign and deliver this application. The company listed on this
application agrees to comply with the 2016 NACFC Support & Marketing Opportunities and Guidelines
 I have read and agree to the terms, as described in the 2016 NACFC Support & Marketing Opportunities and Guidelines.
 I understand that my application will not be considered unless/until all sections & requirements (including deposit and/or full
payment) are received and completed.
 I agree that if application is accepted, confirmation will be sent by NACFC Show Management via email, payments will be
processed and all terms of this application are considered an agreement unless otherwise notified by NACFC Show Management.
Authorized Signature
Date
If yes, you must provide third party contact information, authorization & insurance certificates with this application.
Please return this form with payment to:
Rebekah Kim, Senior Coordinator, Medical Meetings
6931 Arlington Rd., Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814
Email: [email protected]
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30 TH ANNUAL
NORTH AMERICAN
RIGHT
SUPPORTER
OF FIRST
APPLICATION
REFUSAL
& AGREEMENT
FORM
OCTOBER 27-29, 2016 • OR ANGE COUNT Y CONVENTION CENTER • ORL ANDO, FL
RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL FORM (excludes educational sessions)
To be considered for right of first refusal this form must be completed and the following is required with your submission:
• Use this form only to exercise your right of first refusal for
specific activities/items/services your company supported
in 2015.
• Support items/activities/services that are not included
with your right of first refusal should NOT be included on
this form. Submit other items/activities on the Support &
Marketing Opportunities Application.
• Must be an exhibiting company (some exceptions may apply).
• 50% deposit is due with this form to hold right of first
refusal activities.
• Full/final payment is due by June 21st. If full payment is not
received your right of first refusal will be forfeited/cancelled.
Company Name (as it should appear in conference materials)
MEMBER LEVEL
PAYMENT INFORMATION
Support levels are determined by total contributions, including
Exhibit Booth fees, but excluding Meeting Space fees.
•
•
•
•
•
•
Platinum Circle Minimum $150,000 support required to qualify
Diamond Circle Minimum $100,000 support required to qualify
Gold Circle Minimum $75,000 support required to qualify
Silver Circle Minimum $25,000 support required to qualify
Corporate Minimum $10,000 support required to qualify
Non-profit/Junior Contributor
Company Name
Contact Name
Title
Email
Phone Number
$
Amount Included
Minimum $5,000 support required to qualify
 Check (Make checks payable to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Attn: NACFC)
ITEMS TO BE SUPPORTED
See Support and Marketing Opportunities pages
in the Exhibitor Prospectus.
 Credit Card (Contact Rebekah Kim, 240-200-3763)
PO Number:___________________________________
1) Item
Amount
2) Item
Amount
3) Item
Amount
4) Item
Amount
I am authorized by my company to provide the payment
information above
Authorized Signature
Date
* A receipt with application acceptance will be sent after
payment has been processed
* PO numbers must be accompanied by credit card to
guarantee hold of activity.
Application is hereby made for non-educational support activity at the 2016 NACFC, October 27-29, 2016. I am an authorized representative
of the company named above with full authority to sign and deliver this application and payment. The company listed on this application
agrees to comply with the 2016 NACFC Support & Marketing Opportunities and Guidelines
 I have read and agree to the terms as described in the 2016 NACFC Support & Marketing Opportunities and Guidelines.
 I understand that my application will not be considered unless/until all sections & requirements (including deposit and/or full payment)
are received and completed.
 I agree that if application is accepted, confirmation will be sent by NACFC Show Management via email, payments will be processed and
all terms of this application are considered an agreement unless otherwise notified by NACFC Show Management.
Authorized Signature
Date
Please return this form with payment by June 21, 2016 to: Rebekah Kim, Senior Coordinator, Medical Meetings
6931 Arlington Rd., Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814
Email: [email protected]
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ANNOUNCING FUTURE
NORTH AMERICAN CYSTIC FIBROSIS CONFERENCES
Sponsored by
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Indianapolis, Indiana – November 2-4, 2017
Denver, Colorado – October 18-20, 2018
Nashville, Tennessee – October 31-November 2, 2019
CONTACT FOR INFORMATION
Questions regarding company participation at the 30th Annual North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference
should be directed to:
Kristin Piasecki, Manager, Medical Meeting Logistics
[email protected] 301-907-2695
Rebekah Kim, Senior Coordinator, Medical Meetings
[email protected] 240-200-3763
www.nacfconference.org [email protected]
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