Prospectus - Plastic Surgery The Meeting

INTRODUCTION
EXHIBITS Page 4
Grow your ROI
Thousands of decision makers visit the exhibit hall looking
for products and services to help them grow their business and profits. In 2015, the exhibit hall makes way to
innovation with interactive sessions engaging our member
surgeons, with you, our industry partners. This year we’re
carving out additional time for educational tech talks and
exciting Residents Bowl competition that will drive traffic,
conversation, and ultimately business to your booth.
Online Space Assignment will be held in April.
Submit your application and deposit by March 25 to
be included.
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We are pleased to announce that Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2015
will be hosted in Boston, a first-class city known worldwide for its
prestigious educational institutions, bay fronts, and a unique blend
of colonial charm with urban sophistication. Boston’s medical and
educational institutions have helped make it an international hub of
intellectual activity, where our specialty will gather this fall.
Reach your audience
REACH, GROW and DISCOVER in BOSTON.
Build interest in your brand, both in advance of and at the
meeting, with cost effective advertising opportunities from
ASPS. The Registration Brochure reaches more than 10,000
medical professionals through a mailing and a later insertion into the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal.
Onsite materials, such as the Official Program and Door
Drop, are sure to put your brand at top of mind each day.
More than 3,000 attendees, including 2,300 physicians, will meet and
do business with 300 industry innovators, providing the products and
services that support the plastic surgery specialty—all under one roof.
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This Meeting Means BUSINESS.
Year after year, Plastic Surgery The Meeting connects businesses with
surgeons from around the globe, generating thousands of business leads
in the exhibit hall; 2014 was no exception with more than 8,300 leads
generated.
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Connect in 2015
Complement your presence in the exhibit hall by sponsoring an event, hosting a satellite symposium or building
a custom-tailored branding opportunity. Make a lasting
impression that reaches far beyond the exhibit hall; partner
with ASPS to connect with your target audience before,
during, and after the event.
2014 PROFILE OF ATTENDEES AND THEIR PRACTICES
2014 PROFILE OF ATTENDEES
OVERALL
ATTENDANCE
2,976
SURGEONS & ALLIED MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS 2,499
70%
PHYSICIANS
2,095
9%
AFFILIATE ORGANIZATION
PARTICIPANTS
9%
SPOUSE/GUEST
5%
MEDICAL STUDENTS
5%
AFFILIATES/TEAM
MEMBERS
270
267
157
1%
EXHIBIT HALL ONLY
GUESTS
.75%
INDUSTRY RESEARCH/
SCIENTIFIC PERSONNEL
.07%
INVESTMENT
ANALYSTS
31
20
2
134
ATTENDEES BY GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION
United States
Canada
Mexico
2,497
82
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COUNTRIES REPRESENTED
International
383
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EXHIBIT OPPORTUNITIES
“You won’t find a better opportunity to get in front of the
world’s leading plastic surgeons. We exhibit every year and
wouldn’t think of missing it.”
- Canfield Imaging Systems
Why Exhibit at Plastic Surgery The Meeting
Plastic Surgery The Meeting delivers the quality and quantity of
prospects your business deserves. Join us and connect with thousands
of plastic surgeons and opinion leaders of the specialty and its
sub-specialties.
• It’s the largest international meeting of plastic surgeons and surgical
medical professionals, with more than 3,000 attendees
•It’s the world’s leader in providing plastic surgery related CME
programming for Maintenance of Certification
Networking
We understand the value of exhibitor networking with meeting
attendees while onsite. Be sure to participate in all of our key
networking opportunities with the thousands of plastic surgery
professionals gathered in Boston.
• NEW! Exhibitor-hosted TechTalks with ASPS member surgeons
• Welcome Reception on Friday evening
• Breakfast with Exhibitors on Sunday morning
• Dedicated daily breaks and lunches in the Exhibit Hall
• Exhibitor-hosted Satellite Symposia opportunities*
Education for Exhibitors
Plastic Surgery The Meeting strives to keep its industry partners abreast
of the latest scientific developments and techniques in the specialty and
offers more educational opportunities for exhibitors to remain
competitive in the marketplace.
• NEW! Instructional course registration open to
exhibitors
• Complimentary admittance to all general scientific sessions
*Subject to satellite symposia application, processing and fee. Limited availability.
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OUR AUDIENCE
CURRENT ROLE IN PURCHASING DECISIONS
54% of attendees make final purchase decisions or
recommend products for purchase.
ATTENDEE PLANNED PURCHASES BY CATEGORY
(Within 12 months)
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EXHIBIT DATES AND HOURS
Saturday, October 17 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception
• Morning Break: 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
• Lunch: 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
• Afternoon Break: 3:15 – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 18 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Breakfast Reception: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
• Lunch: 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
• Afternoon Break: 2:45 – 3:30 p.m.
Monday, October 19 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Morning Break: 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
• Lunch: 11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
• Afternoon Break: 2:30 – 3:00 p.m.
See booth install and dismantle section for additional dates and
requirements.
Complete program schedule online at
www.PlasticSurgeryTheMeeting.com/Exhibits
(Available May 15, 2015)
Schedule subject to change.
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How to Reserve Booth Space
Application Process
1. On or prior to March 25. Select booth size and submit
completed and signed contract, including minimum of 50%
deposit to the ASPS/PSF.
2. After March 25. All space for applications received after this
date will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and full
payment is due upon receipt.
3. Booth Assignments. For contracts submitted by the
March 25 deadline, booth confirmations will be emailed to
all exhibitors in early May. After this time, confirmations will be
sent as assigned.
4. On or after May 1. Select booth size and preferred booth
locations, per the online floor plan and submit completed and
signed contract, including payment in full to the ASPS/PSF.
First-Time Exhibitors
Any company that has not exhibited with the American Society
of Plastic Surgeons in the past must provide Application/
Contract for exhibit space and their company bio/mission
statement and/or product literature and brochure(s). This
information can be submitted via email to:
Bonnie Burkoth, [email protected] or
Eileen Maloney, [email protected].
Exhibit Space Application
Rules & Regulations
Booth Construction Guidelines
Submit completed applications accompanied by payment to:
Mail: ASPS Executive Office
Attn: Finance Department
444 East Algonquin Road
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Fax: Attn: Bonnie Burkoth, (847) 981-5497
Email: [email protected]
ASPS Tax ID# 94-1535436
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How to Reserve Booth Space
Online Space Assignment
Exhibit Space Rates
Applications/Contracts received on or prior to March 25, 2015
that are accompanied by the required deposit payment are eligible
to be included in the Online Space Assignment. Applications
submitted on or after March 25, should include up to four (4)
preferred booth locations, and will be assigned on a first-come,
first-served basis.
10’ x 10’ Linear = $3,100
10’ x 10’ Corner = $3,500
20’ x 20’ and larger, $3,500 per 10’ x 10’ (100 sq. ft.)
Island Booth Configurations
20’ x 20’ 20’ x 30’ 20’ x 40’ 20’ x 50’ 20’ x 60’ 30’ x 50’ 40’ x 50’ 50’ x 50’ $14,000 $21,000 $28,000 $35,000 $42,000 $52,500 $70,000 $87,500 400 sq. ft.
600 sq. ft.
800 sq. ft.
1,000 sq. ft.
1,200 sq. ft.
1,500 sq. ft.
2,000 sq. ft.
2,500 sq. ft.
ASPS will conduct an online space assignment, in which exhibiting
companies are provided the opportunity to interact in the space
selection process. Each company is assigned a call-in date and
time, based on their current priority points and the Priority Point
System, to finalize their booth selection. If needed, booth
preferences can be adjusted based on current availability, during
the assignment process. The floor plan is online and updated in
real-time. Special accommodations can be made for any company
without internet access during their call-in time.
A wait list will begin once all available space is assigned. All
companies on this list will be contacted, based on the date of
application and payment submission, as space becomes available.
Included with exhibit space
• 8’ high back drape and 36” high side dividers (linear booths only)
• 7” x 44” identification sign with company name and booth
number (linear booths only)
• Complimentary company description and product listing in the
printed Official Program, online exhibitor directory and the
Meeting app. Subject to deadline, See ‘Key Exhibit Dates’.
• Six (6) complimentary exhibitor booth personnel badges, per
10’ x 10’ booth/100 sq. ft. (additional badges available for
purchase, $75 each)
• Two (2) complimentary Welcome Reception tickets per 10’ x 10’
booth/100 sq. ft., not to exceed 10 per company (additional
tickets available for purchase)
• Access to all General Scientific Sessions (exhibitor badge
required. Does not include instructional courses)
• Two (2) complimentary exhibitor lunches, per 10’ x 10’ booth/100
sq. ft., during exhibit dates (Saturday – Monday)
Not included:
Floor covering/carpet, furniture or utilities
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SHIPPING/INSTALLATION/DISMANTLING
Boston Convention and Exposition Center
(Halls A and B1)
Booth Installation and Dismantling Guidelines
Plastic Surgery The Meeting will be held in Halls A and B1 of the
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, located at 415 Summer
Street, Boston Massachusetts. Please reference the ‘Online Floor
Plan’ for the exhibit hall layout and booth options and the BCEC
Facility Floor Plans for an overview of the center.
Thursday, October 15 Friday, October 16
Booth Installation Schedule
• All exhibit crates must be removed from the exhibit floor
by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 16. No exceptions will be
allowed.
• Any exhibit booth not set to booth guidelines by 3:00 p.m. on
Friday, October 16, will be penalized by ASPS – See ‘Rules and
Regulations’.
Facility Floor Plans
BCEC Shipping Information
• Exhibitors are expected to make travel arrangements in
accordance with the official exhibit schedule.
Complete shipping information available in the exhibitor service
manual, May 2015.
Booth Dismantling Schedule
Monday, October 19
Tuesday, October 20
Advance Shipments to Warehouse Accepted
September 11 – October 12, 2015
3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Sanctions will be applied to exhibitors tearing down and/or
moving out prior to 3:00 p.m. on Monday, October 19.
This rule applies to all exhibitors, including non-profit
organizations.
Direct Shipments to Show Site Accepted
Thursday, October 15 Friday, October 16
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Any exhibit materials remaining unboxed on the exhibit floor
may be mistaken for disposables.
• Exhibit material or damaged exhibits remaining in the convention center after the contracted move-out time has expired
will be removed by GES at the expense of the exhibitor.
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KEY EXHIBIT DATES AND DEADLINES
ASPS provides exhibitors with complete planning information needed to successfully prepare for their exhibit experience at Plastic
Surgery The Meeting. The Exhibitor Prospectus and Exhibitors’ Website will serve as reliable resources during pre-planning and on-site.
Participating exhibitors will also receive periodic e-Newsletters to keep them up-to-date on any upcoming deadlines, discounts and other
important announcements, as needed.
Please refer to the exhibitor service manual for order forms, available the week of May 11, 2015.
March
September
25• Exhibit application and 50% deposit due for online
space assignment
• 100% refund (less $500 handling fee) ends
26• 100% payment due with exhibit space application begins
• 50% refunds for exhibit space cancellations and downsizing
begins
3 • Earliest recommended date for pre-meeting attendee mailing
list distribution
11 • First day advance warehouse shipments are accepted
• Last day to request name badges for advance mailing
15• Deadline to submit EAC intent and agreement forms to
general contractor (GES)
24• Last day for discounted pricing on all general contractor
(GES) services
April
21-23 • Online Space Assignment
May
October
Early May
• Exhibitors receive official booth space confirmation letters
• Exhibitor service manual available online
• Exhibitor housing opens (onPeak | GES)
12• Last day advance warehouse shipments accepted
15• Exhibitor installation begins, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Direct shipments accepted, beginning at 8:00 a.m.
16• All exhibits intact by 3:00 p.m.
Direct shipments accepted no later than 3:00 p.m.
17• Exhibit Hall Opening at 9:00 a.m.
19• Official closing of exhibits at 3:00 p.m.
Dismantle from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m.
20• Dismantle 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
All exhibit material must be removed from the Exhibit Hall
by 4:30 p.m.
June
1 • Exhibitor badge and course registration opens
30 • 50% refund for exhibit space cancellation or downsizing ends
July
1 • Final exhibit space payment due
• 100% booth cancellation fee begins
August
November
6 • Deadline for exhibitor product and company listings to be
included in printed Official Program
Applications for exhibit space received after this date will
not be included in the printed Official Program
Floor Plan drawings due for review and approval
(20’ x 20’ booths and larger)
13• Deadline to submit Raffle/Drawing entry forms
(and be included in published materials)
• Deadline to submit exhibitor signed copy of Rules and
Regulations
• Deadline to submit pre-meeting attendee mailing list order
form, final version of promotional material and payment
1 • Recommended deadline for post-meeting attendee mailing
list orders (form, payment, and proof)
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Priority Point System
Advertising Points
For companies that submit an Application/Contract on or prior to
March 25, 2015, a priority point system is used to determine the
order in which the exhibiting company will select their exhibit
space.
Advertising in ASPS publications: Plastic and Reconstructive
Surgery® journal, Plastic Surgery News®, Plastic Surgery The
Meeting Registration Brochure or Official Program
Priority points are calculated based on support of ASPS/PSF
programs over a range of three years (January 1, 2012 through
December 31, 2014), ending with the most recent year. Additionally, companies will retain and accumulate (1) one point per year
of exhibits participation, over their entire exhibit history.
•One (1) point will be awarded for each full-page ad or
3/4-page ad
•One-half (1/2) point for each 1/2-page or 1/3-page ad
•One-quarter (1/4) point for each 1/4-page ad
Web banner advertising in the following: PSNextra.org,
PSN Connection, PlasticSurgery.org, the Plastic and
Reconstructive Surgery journal website and/or the Plastic Surgery
The Meeting App.
Exhibit Points
•One (1) point per year of exhibits participation at all prior
annual meetings
•One (1) point per 10’ x 10’ (100 sq. ft.) booth
•One (1) point for ($1 - $10,000)
•One-half (1/2) point per tabletop exhibit at any ASPS Clinical
Symposium
•Two (2) points for ($10,001 - $20,000)
•Three (3) points for ($20,001 - $30,000+)
Housing Program Points
Corporate Support Points
•One (1) point for 1-5 hotel rooms utilized through
ASPS Housing (onPeak|GES)
•One (1) point for every $2,500 in contributions toward
2014 ASPS programs
•Two (2) points for 6-10 hotel rooms utilized through
ASPS Housing (onPeak|GES)
•Two (2) points for every $2,500 in contributions toward
the 2014 ASPS Breast Reconstruction Awareness Campaign
•Three (3) points for 11-20 hotel rooms utilized through
ASPS Housing (onPeak|GES)
•Five (5) points for every $2,500 in contributions toward
the 2012 – 2013 ASPS Breast Reconstruction Awareness
Campaigns
•Four (4) points 20+ or more hotel rooms utilized through
ASPS Housing (onPeak|GES)
In addition, Plastic Surgery The Meeting ‘Premier Supporters’ will
have priority selection to choose their space, in order of support
level and by date of signed LOA submission, prior to other
exhibiting companies. For more information on Premier Support
Levels, see page 16 or contact Joél Marie Payne at
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2014 EXHIBITORS
3dMD
AAAASF, Inc.
AAAHC
AART, Inc.
ABC Trading Solutions
ABL Medical, LLC
Access Medical Purchasing (AMP)
ACell, Inc.
AcuLux, Inc.
Advice Media
AestheticLink
Affinity Medical Group
Afiniti Medical
AIG Benefit Solutions
AirXpanders
Allergan
Allergan Medical Affairs
Allofill
Alma Lasers, Inc.
ALPHAEON Corporation
Alpine Pharmaceuticals
Alps South
American Association for Hand Surgery
American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
American Healthcare Lending
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
American Society of Plastic Surgical Nurses (ASPSN)
AmicCARE
Amiea Med
Andersen Products, Inc.
Andrew Technologies
Angie’s List
Anthony Products / Gio Pelle
Apollo Endosurgery, Inc.
Applied Medico Legal Solutions, Inc.
ASMS
Aspen Rehab Tech
ASPS Endorsed Practice Solutions
ASPS/CareCredit Photo Booth
ASSI-Accurate Surgical
Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons
Bakel SRL
Bank of America Practice Solutions
2014 EXHIBITOR OVERVIEW
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2,064
Number of
Exhibiting
Companies
Product Types
Represented
Number of
Exhibit Personnel
Exhibitor Product Category
Bilogics/Tissue
Computer
Cosmetics/Skin Care
Fiber Optics
Furniture
Garments
Implants and Prostheses
Lifestyle/Luxury
Lighting
Monitoring Equipment
Pharmaceuticals
Photography
Practice Management
Professional Organizations
Publishing and Patient Education
Surgical Instruments and Equipment
Wellness
Wound Care
Other Products and Services
TOTAL
12
782
2%
8%
13%
1.5%
1%
2%
10.5%
2%
3%
1%
2%
1%
6%
1.5%
3%
24%
2%
7.5%
9%
2014 EXHIBITORS
Becon Aesthetics
Bella Body Shaper
Bellaire/Mesopen
Biodermis
Bio-Oil
Black & Black Surgical
Blinc Inc.
Brava, LLC
brumaba USA, Inc.
BTL Industries, Inc.
BuildMyBod
Buxton BioMedical, Inc.
Calisher & Associates, Inc.
Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons (CSPS)
Canfield Imaging Systems
CareCredit
CAREstream America
Carolina Biological Supply Co.
Castle Biosciences, Inc.
Ceatus Media Group, LLC
CeLuvia
Chromogenex US Inc.
ClearPoint Medical
Cloud [8] Sixteen, Inc.
Cook Medical
CosMedicList
CosmetAssure
Cosmetic Networks Inc.
Cosmetic Surgery Suppliers, Inc.
CosmetiSuite
Covidien
CP Medical
CRC Press/Taylor & Francis Group
CreativeTake Medical
Crisalix Labs SLU
CryoProbe
Crystal Clear Digital Marketing
Curve Cure LLC
Cutera
Cynosure
Cypris Medical
Davol, Inc.
Delasco
DePuy Synthes CMF
DermaConcepts/Environ Skin Care
Dermapen
Dermapenworld LLC
Design Veronique
Designs for Vision, Inc.
Diederich Healthcare
Doctella
Doctor.com
DoctorLogic
Dornier MedTech America, Inc.
Dr. Fuji / ACIGI
DRE Inc.
eClinicalWorks
Einstein Medical
Elizabeth Arden Rx
Ellman International
Elmed Incorporated
Elsevier
EltaMD Skincare
EMS Surgical LP
enaltus
EndyMed Medical Inc.
Enova Illumination
EO2 Concepts, Inc.
Episciences, Inc.
eraclea Skin Care
Facial Imaging Research Project
Firm Media, Inc.
Flagship Surgical
Fluoptics Imaging
Galatea Surgical
Galderma Laboratories
Hanson Medical, Inc.
Hawaiian Moon
Hayden Medical Instruments
Heartland Medical Sales & Services
Henry Schein, Inc.
HiTeck Surgico Canada
HK Surgical
HotShotz Reusable Heat Packs
HydraFacial MD - Edge Systems LLC
HyTape International
Implantech Associates, Inc.
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Incredible Marketing
Infinite Therapeutics
InMode
Integra
Invuity, Inc.
Isavela Enterprises, Inc.
Jac-Cell Medic
Jan Marini Skin Research, Inc.
JustBreastImplants.com
Keller Medical, Inc.
Kimberly-Clark
KLS Martin
Lasering USA
Leica Microsystems
LEIO Aesthetics
Leonisa
LifeCell, an Acelity Company
Light Age, Inc.
Lila Enterprise LLC
Lipocosm, LLC
Logos Biosystems, Inc.
Lumenis
Lumitex MD
M.D. Resource
Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals
Marasco & Associates, Healthcare
Architects & Consultants
Marina Medical Instruments
Masimo
Matrix Surgical USA
MD-Ware Software
MedEsthetics & Surgical Aesthetics
Magazine
MedNet Technologies
Medtronic
Mentor Worldwide, LLC
Merz North America
MICRINS Snowden Pencer
MicroAire Surgical Instruments
Microsurgery Instruments, Inc.
Midmark Corporation
Miele, Inc.
Millennium Medical Technologies, Inc.
MiMedx
2014 EXHIBITORS
Miramar Labs
Mitaka USA
Modernizing Medicine
MTI
Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation (MTF)
Mybody Skincare
Neodyne Biosciences, Inc.
NeoGraft
New Look Now, LLC
NEWmedical Technology, Inc.
Nextech
NKP Medical Marketing
Novo Surgical, Inc.
Novus Scientific, Inc.
Nutational North America
Oculus Innovative Sciences, Inc.
OptiCall
Orbix Medical, Ltd.
Orthoscan
OsteoMed
Otto Trading, Inc.
Oxygenetix Institute, Inc.
Pacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Page 1 Solutions
Patient First Pharmacy
PatientNOW
PCA Skin
PeriOptix
PhotoMedex
Physician Owned Surgery Centers
Pierre Fabre USA
Plastic Surgery Education Network (PSEN)
Plastic Surgery Practice
Plastic Surgery Practice Solutions (MSO)
Plastic Surgery Studios
PlasticSurgery.INFO
PMT Corporation
Pollogen, Ltd./Lumiere Medical
Practice Enhancement Specialists, Inc.
Prestige Employee Administrators, Inc.
PRIME Journal
Puregraft
Quality Medical Publishing, Inc.
Quill/Surgical Specialties
Quirutex
Rainey Compression Essentials
ReachLocal
Real Patient Ratings
Rejuvapen
Reputation Impression
Resurge International
Revision Skincare
RGP, Inc.
Rhein Cosmetic Surgery Solutions
Rose Micro Solutions
Rosemont Media
RTI Surgical, Inc.
SAGE
Samahope
Scar Heal, Inc.
Sciton
Sensus Healthcare
Shanghai Haohai Biological Technology Co., Ltd.
Shippert Medical
Sientra
Sirius RadioXM - Doctor Radio
SkinCeuticals
Smile Train
Smith & Nephew (Biotherapeutics)
Snap On Optics
Society of Plastic Surgical Skin Care Specialists
Solutionreach
Specialty Surgical Products, Inc.
Spectros Corporation
Stille Surgical
Strategic Edge/WebGold
Strathspey Crown
Stryker
SupraMed, Inc.
Surgiform Technologies, Ltd.
SurgiSil
SurgiTel/General Scientific Corp.
Syneron Candela
Synovis Micro Companies Alliance
TEI Biosciences
THE Aesthetic Guide
The Doctors Company
The Gideons International
The Marena Group
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The Materials Acquisition Company
Thermi Aesthetics
Thieme Medical Publishers
Tizo by Fallene
Topix Pharmaceuticals
TransFirst
TransMotion Medical
Tulip Medical Products
U.S. Jaclean, Inc.
UBS Financial Services, Inc.
Ulthera, Inc.
Understand.com
United Medical Credit
USI
Valeant Pharmaceuticals
North America, LLC
Venus Concept
Veriteq Corporation
Vi Peel
ViOptix, Inc.
Viora Inc.
Viscot Medical
Warnock Medical
WCT, Inc.
Webb Dordick, Rare Medical Books
Wells Johnson
Whitney Medical Solutions
Wolters Kluwer Health
Yodle
Young Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
ZELTIQ
Zimmer MedizinSystems
ZO Skin Health, Inc.
2015 Exhibitor Advisory Council
The ASPS extends their gratitude to the Exhibitor Advisory Council (EAC) for their service, by way of providing a vital communication
link between the society and its exhibitors. Members of the EAC are available and welcome discussions with any suggestions or
ideas for the betterment of the meeting. To learn more about the EAC, or to become a member, contact Bonnie Burkoth at
(847) 228-3396 or [email protected]
Marie Bonazinga, ASSI - Accurate Surgical
[email protected]
Todd Lane, Black & Black Surgical
[email protected]
Rollin Read, Canfield Imaging Systems
[email protected]
Rob Emmons, Cosmetic Surgery Suppliers, Inc.
[email protected]
Michele Von Gerichten, Keller Medical, Inc.
[email protected]
Patrice Duhau, Mentor Worldwide, LLC
[email protected]
Bern Teitz, Micrins
[email protected]
Carol Reynolds, Miramar Labs, Inc.
[email protected]
Michael Powers, Plastic Surgery Studios
[email protected]
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ADVERTISINg opportunies
Advertising at Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2015
– Make the most of your investment
Official Program ad pages are sold on a first-come, first-served
basis. Tab order subject to change. We honor space requests
whenever possible, but can make no guarantee for positioning.
Agency discount accepted.
For all Advertising Opportunities at Plastic Surgery The Meeting,
please contact:
Senior National Account Manager
Brian Parker
Wolters Kluwer Health
215-521-8969
[email protected]
Cover Rates
Cover 2: $7,150
Cover 3: $6,400
Cover 4: $7,850
Tab Rates
$4,750 – One side (front or back) of any available tab – 20 tabs
available
REGISTRATION BROCHURE ADVERTISING
Space closes: May 1
Materials due: May 15
Approximate mail date: August 1
DOOR DROP
Company or Product Logos for inclusion on bag due: July 15
Electronic proof of insert due: August 17
Materials due: September 15
Dropped at registered attendee hotel room doors: October 17
Reach approximately 10,000 medical professionals, including
TDB % plastic surgeons, with the most anticipated mailing of the
year. Our Registration Brochure features details on the scientific sessions, panels and instructional courses, registration and
housing, technical and scientific exhibits, plus social events and
tour details..
Ad Rates – (All ads are four-color)
COVER 2: $5,995
COVER 3: $4,495
COVER 4: $6,495
FULL PAGE: $3,750
Generate greater awareness for your company and booth presence with plastic surgeons, nurses, technicians and paramedicals
with a message that they literally cannot miss. Distribution
includes more than 3,000 medical professionals.
All participating advertisers in this year’s door drop will have
their company logo printed on one side of the bag. Reservation
and logo must be received by the space closing date.
NOTE: Due to their weight and bulk, magazines, newspapers and other
publications will not be permitted in the door drop. Circulation is based
on projected attendance and room blocks at the time the rate card is
prepared.
OFFICIAL PROGRAM ADVERTISING
Space closes: July 20
Materials due: August 3
Available: on-site in Boston
Bag Insert: $3,495
Includes your logo printed on bag with other sponsors and
one insert
Bag Sponsor: $11,995
Includes your logo predominantly printed on bag, one insert
and one sample
Product Sample: $1,995
Add a product sample with your insert for this additional cost
This indispensable on-site reference is distributed to all registered
attendees. The Official Program features comprehensive meeting
information including a schedule of all scientific presentations,
instructional courses and social events, listing of exhibits and
products, society leadership information, spouse/guest program
and tours, floor plans and Boston-specific information. After the
meeting, it remains a valued product guide for attendees. Get
your message into the hands of board-certified plastic surgeons
and drive traffic to your booth.
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CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP
Corporate Partnerships at Plastic Surgery
The Meeting – Connect in 2015
•Right to use Plastic Surgery The Meeting logo on company
advertising, marketing and promotions related to the meeting
•Use of Premier Supporter logo in company marketing and
promotion
•Support recognition displayed on all marketing collateral for
Plastic Surgery The Meeting, including Registration Brochure,
Official Program and Meeting Registration materials
Contact:
Joél Marie Payne
Senior Manager, Corporate Development
847-228-3325
[email protected]
Complement your presence in the exhibit hall by sponsoring an
event, hosting a satellite symposium or taking advantage of one
of our unique branding opportunities. Partner with ASPS and
connect with your target audience.
* These items have preference assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis,
upon receipt of an executed Letter of Agreement and level of support.
Platinum Support | $100,000
As an industry-leading company, your continued success relies
greatly upon strong brand recognition and unwavering customer loyalty. Take advantage of the benefits of being a Platinum
level supporter; stand apart from the competition, make lasting
impressions with plastic surgeons, and get recognition for your
loyal support of the specialty.
Premier Level Support
Premier Support levels are designed to offer you unprecedented
opportunities to communicate with attendees by capitalizing on
exposure gained through Plastic Surgery The Meeting premeeting and on-site marketing collateral. Support at the
Platinum level affords you the first chance to capture key
engagement opportunities, including priority exhibit hall space
selection, preferred selection of evening satellite symposia,
choice of a daytime workshop event and recognition in the Grand
Rounds Mentorship Program for Residents.
Gold Support | $50,000
Capitalize on the marketing, advertising and promotional opportunities at Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Benefit from preferential
exhibit hall placement, daytime events, pre-meeting recognition,
and more with this well-rounded support package.
All Premier Supporters will receive:
•First preference in exhibit hall space selection*
•Choice of one non-CME event: Daytime*
•Digital advertising on PlasticSurgeryTheMeeting.com
•Inclusion in welcome video played at PSTM 15 registration;
company spokesperson message and company name
•Support recognition in on-site signage at Plastic Surgery The
Meeting
•Program flyer in the Registration Bag
•Complimentary attendee mailing lists (pre and post-meeting)
•Complimentary door drop insert
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INTRO MESSAGE
CORPORATE
PARTNERSHIP
Benefit
Platinum
Gold
First preference in exhibit hall space selection*
Yes
Yes
Priority selection for evening Satellite Symposia opportunities (Fee included)*
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Included in direct mail and display ads (half-page or larger)
Yes
No
Choice of one non-CME event: Daytime*
Yes
Yes
Company description in the widely distributed Registration Brochure, Official
Program and Meeting App
100 Words
50 Words
Exclusive invitation to VIP event
10 Invitations
5 Invitations
ASPS will announce each Platinum Supporter via press release, and post it on
PlasticSurgery.org, through PSN Connection and social media
Yes
Group Press Release
Digital advertising on PlasticSurgeryTheMeeting.com, 2 ads
Yes
Yes
Inclusion in welcome video played at PSTM 15 registration; company
spokesperson message and company name
Yes
Yes
Support recognition in on-site signage at Plastic Surgery The Meeting
Yes
Yes
Program flyer in the Registration Bag
Yes
Yes
Complimentary attendee mailing list (pre- and post-meeting)
Yes
Yes
Complimentary door drop insert
Yes
Yes
Right to use Plastic Surgery The Meeting logo on company advertising, marketing
and promotions related to the meeting
Yes
Yes
Use of Premier Supporter logo in company marketing and promotion
Yes
Yes
Support recognition displayed on all marketing collateral for Plastic Surgery
The Meeting, including Registration Brochure, Official Program and Meeting
Promotional materials
Yes
Yes
Right of first refusal for additional designated support opportunities at Plastic
Surgery The Meeting 2015*
Support recognition in program materials of Grand Rounds Mentorship Program
for Residents
* These items have preference assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis, upon receipt of an executed Letter of Agreement and level of support.
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CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP
New! Sky Bridge Branded Zones | $22,000 Per Zone
(2 Zones - East and West - Available)
Industry-Supported Satellite Symposia
$15,000 – $40,000
The Sky Bridge is a heavily traveled path, taking attendees from
the transportation drop-off point to the General Sessions and
Instructional courses. Sky Bridge Branded Zones assure that your
company gets the first and last impression of each day at the
convention center. Each end of the Sky Bridge is available.
Satellite Symposia are a great way to reach Plastic Surgery
The Meeting attendees, allowing you to showcase your newest
product or service in a setting of your choice. Contact us today
and learn more, check availability, and start talking advantage of
these highly effective promotional tools.
The package includes one banner, four window clings and four
meter boards. Please contact Alyssa Spratte for details.
Satellite Symposia Application
Thursday, October 15, 2015 7:15 – 10:15 p.m. (2 maximum)
Friday, October 16, 2015 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. (SOLD)
Saturday, October 17, 2015
7:00 – 10:00 p.m. (SOLD)
Sunday, October 18, 2015
7:00 – 10:00 p.m. (SOLD)
New! Escalator Runners | $20,000 Per Escalator
(2 Escalators - East and West - Available)
Get a step ahead of the competition by attaching branding and
messaging to the east or west escalators in the convention
center’s lobby. Use this branding tool to drive surgeons on the
move into your company booth.
Marketing Your Satellite Symposium
New! Golf Cart Shuttles | $15,000
Although your organization is responsible for the marketing of
your Satellite Symposium; ASPS will include your Satellite
information in these promotional materials:
Help attendees get from point A to point B inside of the
convention center with a sponsored golf cart shuttle service.
Sponsorship includes branded signage on four golf carts.
Official Program received by all attendees
Postcard to pre-registered attendees
New! North Lobby Branding Package #1 | $15,000
Satellites page on the PSTM 2015 attendee website
Located on the east end of the North Lobby, this will be a
popular stopping point for surgeons with a handful of
registration materials; these six cocktail tables will carry your
company branding on their top surface. Along with the tables,
two meter boards will draw attention to your company and the
sponsor of this oasis.
Plastic Surgery The Meeting Mobile App
Email to PSTM attendees listing all satellite events
On-site recognition
Additional Promotional Opportunities
$1,500 – $40,000
Portable Phone/Device Chargers | $12,000
ASPS offers a vast array of opportunities for partnership and
exposure throughout the meeting. Contact us today to see how
we can customize a package specific to your marketing goals and
budget.
Help attendees re-charge on the go! These branded portable
phone / device chargers are a great pocketable item that will
be just what surgeons need to get their mobile devices through
the annual meeting and beyond. Give away items at the ASPS
Resource Center are always a hit at this popular stop in the
Exhibit Hall.
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CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP
Meter Boards | $10,000 - $18,000
New! North Lobby Branding Package #3 | $10,000
Transportation Center | Thank you Allergan for your support!
Set of six meter boards located inside the bus drop-off point.
Located in the North Lobby near the escalators and the ASPS
Registration Desk, a popular stopping point for surgeons with a
handful of registration materials, these four cocktail tables will carry
your company branding on their top surface. Along with the tables,
a meter board will draw attention to your company and the sponsor
of this oasis.
Hallways from Transportation Drop-Off | Thank you Allergan
and Zeltiq for your support!
Set of three meter boards in hallways leading from bus
drop-off to registration area.
Sessions A and Cosmetic Hallway | Thank you CareCredit and
LifeCell, an Acelity Company for your support!
Set of three meter boards at top of escalators outside of
Session A and Session Cosmetic.
The PSF’s International Research Reception | $10,000
Sessions B, D and Instructional Course Hallways | Thank you
Allergan and LifeCell, an Acelity Company!
Set of three meter boards in hallways outside of Session B
and Instructional Courses.
Join our international members, research community and the ASPS/
PSF leadership at this annual event hosted by The Plastic Surgery
Foundation. Your support will be recognized by sinage in the hall,
noted in the Official Program, and on other relevant materials.
Four company representative tickets will be provided with your
sponsorship.
Please contact Alyssa Spratte for a detailed map of meter
board group placements.
Lip Balm/Mints | $8,000
Choose the natural lip balm/mint double stack container as a way
to get your name in front of attendees throughout the entirety of
Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2015. Give away items at the ASPS
Resource Center are always a hit at this popular stop in the Exhibit
Hall.
Massage Station | $10,000
Let attendees unwind between courses with a quick massage.
Sponsor the massage station where professional massage
therapists provide a complimentary massage to attendees,
thanks to you! Your support includes signage recognizing you
as the sponsor.
New! Video Wall Advertising | $3,000 - $6,000
Located near ASPS Registration and the Exhibit Hall entrance,
the video wall allows for your company message to be displayed
across the North Lobby as attendees arrive. Please note: This video
advertising does not include audio. There is a limit of six minutes per
company.
Mobile App Sponsorship | $10,000
Have your name splashed across the meeting through our mobile
app! Your company name will be the first thing seen by users
each time the app is opened. This sponsorship includes: company
icon on app navigation screen, recognition in app announcement
emails, company name and booth number printed in the Official
Program and on-site signage throughout the registration area and
Exhibit Hall.
Package A
$3,000
15 second spot
6 reps per hour
Total time: 1 min 30 seconds
New! North Lobby Branding Package #2 | $10,000
Package B
$4,500
15 second spot
9 reps per hour
Total time: 2 min 15 seconds
Located in the North Lobby near the escalators and the ASPS
Registration Desk, a popular stopping point for surgeons with a
handful of registration materials, these four cocktail tables will
carry your company branding on their top surface. Along with the
tables, a meter board will draw attention to your company and
the sponsor of this oasis.
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CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP
Package C
This year in Boston we will be welcoming our members with a
brand new laptop bag in which attendees can keep their personal
electronic tablets, laptops and important files.
$4,500
30 second spot
6 reps per hour
Total time: 3 min
Residents Bowl–Thank you PRS GO for your support!
Package D
$6,000
15 second spot
12 reps per hour
Total time: 3 min
Entering its fifth year, the Residents Bowl has quickly become
a go-to event at Plastic Surgery The Meeting. “Residents Bowl
Champs” is a title taken very seriously. Posters, flyers and emails
are sent to the Resident contingent to motivate and encourage
participation. Support includes recognition on all marketing and
promotional materials of the Residents Bowl.
New! Residents Bowl – Round of Questions | $1,500 - $3,000
Sponsor a round of questions during the PRS Global Open
Residents Bowl. Recognition includes notation in the Official
Program, verbal recognition by host and on-slide recognition for
your sponsored round, and recognition on the official bracket
board. Chose your spot carefully, supporters are limited to one
round of sponsorship.
New! Residents Bowl Arena–Thank you Sientra for your
support!
The PRS Global Open Residents Bowl is a popular destination for
surgeons and residents alike. Make the most of your presence
at Annual Meeting by ‘owning’ the arena this year! Recognition
includes two meter boards prominently displayed during
competition, recognition in the Official Program, verbal
recognition by event hosts throughout event, and recognition
on the podium located at center stage.
Quarter Finals | SOLD!–Thank you Nextech for your support!
Semi-Finals | $2,000
Includes ten questions
New! Wireless Network–Thank you ALPHAEON for your
support!
Finals | SOLD!–Thank you Sientra for your support!
Keep attendees connected and sponsor the wireless internet
at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. Sponsorship
includes wireless network sponsorship for the entirety of the
program. Your company will have a logo placement on the splash
page and an attractive URL re-direct to your web page.
Badge Lanyards–Thank you Canfield for your support!
Attendees will be wearing your company’s name all week! The
lanyard sponsorship provides an exclusive, highly-visible level of
exposure during Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2015.
Hotel Key Cards–Thank you CareCredit for your support!
Women Plastic Surgeons Luncheon–Thank you Allergan for
your support!
Custom branded hotel key cards ensure that your company name
or product is the last one seen at the end of every day and the
first one seen each morning – before attendees even leave their
rooms.
More than 100 women from this special interest group gather
to dine, network and share information. This event includes an
opportunity for your company to make opening remarks.
Registration Laptop Bags–Thank you Nextech for your support!
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CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP
Women Plastic Surgeons Networking Hour–Thank you Sientra
for your support!
This is an outstanding opportunity to support an annual
meeting event, which is attended by more than 120 women
plastic surgeons and their guests.
Young Plastic Surgeons Luncheon–Thank you Sientra for your
support!
This annual luncheon attracts more than 150 surgeons from the
Young Plastic Surgeons specialty group, representing surgeons
under the age of 42 or in practice for less than five years.
Programming is focused upon the most relevant topics for these
influential young surgeons; making this a perfect opportunity to
leave an impression on the future of plastic surgery.
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2015 CORPORATE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
The Corporate Leadership Council (CLC) was organized in 1997
as a forum to provide an opportunity for increased cooperation,
understanding and communication between the leadership of the
American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), The Plastic Surgery
Foundation and industry members.
Allergan Medical
Alphaeon
Canfield Imaging Systems
Today, the CLC continues to provide a roundtable discussion for
society and industry leadership to share information concerning
trends and developments in the specialty and industry. Participation
in the CLC provides corporate members the opportunity to have
unparalleled access to the leadership of ASPS/PSF.
CareCredit
The CLC is staffed by the ASPS executive vice president and the
director of corporate development. The ASPS past president and
ASPS president-elect currently serve as the volunteer co-chairs and
oversee the CLC meeting, which traditionally occurs in the spring of
each year.
Mentor Worldwide LLC
Enaltus
Integra Foundation
KCI, an Acelity Company
LifeCell, an Acelity Company
Merz Aesthetics
Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation
(MTF)
Nextech
Sientra
Strathspey Crown
The Doctors Company
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Housing and Travel
Housing Opens May 2015!
Complete information for the 10 meeting hotels, rates, amenities
and online reservations will be announced via email.
Headquarter Hotel:
Westin Boston Waterfront
425 Summer Street
Boston, MA 02210
Rules and Guidelines
Hotel Accommodations
• Exhibitor housing must be used only for exhibit personnel.
• Exhibitors or their agents must not negotiate blocks of
independent hotel rooms for Plastic Surgery The Meeting 2015
and/or future annual meetings.
ASPS Official Housing Vendor:
onPeak|GES is the Official Housing Vendor for this meeting; our
rates, cancellation policies and customer support can only be
provided if reservations are arranged through onPeak. Look for the
onPeak Official Logo, prior to making reservations.
• In the event of exhibit space cancellation, all hotel
reservations held on behalf of the exhibiting company will
be cancelled immediately. No exceptions will be granted.
Benefits of Booking Hotel Rooms through
ASPS (onPeak|GES)
Travel Arrangements
• No pre-payment or deposit required; real-time availability;
instant confirmation; and high-level customer service.
Exhibitors enjoy a two-percent to ten-percent discount off
regularly published airfares with Delta, Southwest and
United Airlines, subject to availability and advance purchase
requirements. Ground transportation and rental car discounts
also available. Further details and airline discount codes
will be available at the exhibitor’s website
PlasticSurgeryTheMeeting.com/Exhibits
• Exhibitors will receive 1-4 additional priority point(s) by
booking through ASPS Housing. See ‘Priority Points’, page 14.
• Helps the ASPS meet contractual agreements whereby the ASPS
is financially liable for rooms that are not sold. These charges
affect overall costs of the meeting, future meeting contracts,
and the ASPS exhibit fees.
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Key Contacts
We are here to assist and provide the necessary information or guidance with your decision to exhibit, advertise or build corporate
partnerships and answer general meeting or program questions. We look forward to hearing from you and working together at Plastic
Surgery The Meeting.
Exhibits
Exhibits Manager
Bonnie Burkoth, CEM
Phone: 847-228-3396
[email protected]
Exhibits and Meetings Coordinator
Eileen Maloney
Phone: 847-981-5412; Fax: 847-981-5449
[email protected]
Corporate Partnership
Sr. Manager, Corporate Development
Joél Marie Payne
Phone: 847-228-3325
[email protected]
Advertising
Senior National Account Manager
Brian Parker
Wolters Kluwer Health
Phone: 215-521-8969
[email protected]
Official Contractor
GES Exposition Services (Customer Service)
Phone: 702-515-5970; Toll free: 800-475-2098
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