Reserve your space now at this must-attend meeting
for every cornea specialist, ophthalmologist, and those interested in cutting-edge cornea research!
E X H I B I T O R P R O S P E C T U S
Molly Phillips,
Western Account Manager
215-353-2833
[email protected]
Scott Schmidt,
Eastern Account Manager
610-564-7237
[email protected]
Jointly provided by:
A publication of:
MARCH 13-15, 2015
Dear Exhibitor,
The Advanced Cornea Conference will provide a comprehensive
“one-stop cornea learning experience”
for the practicing clinician, with
comprehensive clinical coverage of both medical and surgical cornea –
including the daily clinical corneal diseases and also the evolving corneal
surgical modalities that affect patient management.
The cornea material will be taught by leading experts who have an
in-depth understanding of
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Various corneal disease entities
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Newer therapeutic modalities
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Diagnostic advances
The ACC will bring together a collection of corneal surgeons positioned
at the forefront of cornea to teach new advances in a straight forward
format that every clinician can take back to their practice to help their
patients.
The ACC will also provide exposure to corporate ophthalmology,
practice management issues, medico-legal issues, staffing issues, office
practice management and billing issues. Center stage will also include
efficient running of the office to be financially viable and successful entity
in an ever changing and challenging medical climate. In short,
the ACC is
a must-attend meeting for every practicing clinician!
See you there!
Advanced Cornea Conference
Planning Committee
For the most current meeting information, go to
corneaconference.com
Advanced Cornea Conference
The One-Stop Cornea
Learning Experience
March 13-15, 2015
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Bask in the Florida sun
at The Ritz-Carlton
For Lauderdale
From savoring breathtaking views
to having your cares melt away at
the spa, The Ritz-Carlton, Fort
Lauderdale beach hotel completes
any trip to the Gold Coast. Perched
above the Atlantic Ocean and the
Intracoastal Waterway, this luxury
beachfront hotel includes extensive
meeting space, an ocean-view
tropical pool deck with exclusive
cabanas, and a skywalk connecting
to the waterfront. Inspired by grand
ocean liners of days gone by, the
beach hotel’s polished design and
décor offers a chance to experience
the refinement of another era.
Make your reservation today by
calling 800-241-3333 and reference
the Advanced Cornea Conference
or online at Ritzcarlton.com using
the group code:
BQNBQNA.
2015
Platinum Supporter — $24,500
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One complimentary door drop to each meeting participant
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Two email deployments to the Ophthalmology Management
Database prior to the meeting (supporter provides HTML)
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Company logo on conference marketing materials
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Recognition on all meeting signage
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Ad in exhibit handout
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Listed as a supporter by level on thank you slide during the
program
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Two table-top exhibit spaces
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Admission for 8 company representatives
Gold Supporter — $17,500
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One complimentary door drop to each meeting participant
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One email deployment to the Ophthalmology Management
Database prior to the meeting (supporter provides HTML)
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Company logo on conference marketing materials
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Recognition on all meeting signage
•
Listed as a supporter by level on thank you slide during the
program
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One table-top exhibit space
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Admission for 6 company representatives
Silver Supporter — $12,000
•
One complimentary door drop to each meeting participant
•
Company logo on conference marketing materials
•
Recognition on all meeting signage
•
Listed as a supporter by level on thank you slide during the
program
•
One table-top exhibit space
•
Admission for 3 company representatives
CORPORATE
SUPPORTER
& EXHIBITOR
PROGRAMS
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Devoted exclusively to the
latest science and technological
advances in corneal surgery
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Accredited for continuing
medical education credits
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Attended by ophthalmologists,
corneal specialists, and clinical
leaders in corneal research
Reserve Your Space Today for Lowest Rates!
Maureen Platt, CMP, Conference Manager
215-628-7754
[email protected]
Molly Phillips, Western Account Manager
215-353-2833
[email protected]
Scott Schmidt, Eastern Account Manager
610-564-7237
[email protected]
Advanced
Cornea
Exhibitor — $3,750
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Admission for 2 company representatives
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Each Exhibit Space is one 8’ table with 2 chairs and a
waste basket
Additional Support Opportunities
We welcome the opportunity to discuss high-impact
opportunities to promote your products or services to this
exclusive audience.
Company Description
All exhibitors have the opportunity to have their company
information included in the exhibits handout for all
attendees. Please provide your 50-word company
description no later than February 20, 2015. Copy exceeding
50 words will be returned for editing. Please email your
write-up to [email protected].
Tentative Exhibit Hall Hours
Friday, March 13
7:00 – 8:00 am (Breakfast)
10:00 – 10:30 am (Break)
12:30 – 1:30 pm (Lunch)
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm (Reception)
Saturday, March 14
7:00 – 8:00 am (Breakfast)
10:00 – 10:30 am (Break)
12:30 – 1:30 pm (Lunch)
Sunday, March 15
7:00 – 8:00 am (Breakfast)
10:00 – 10:30 am (Break)
12:30 – 1:30 pm (Lunch)
1:30 pm (Show Strike)
Times subject to change.
Advanced Cornea Conference reserves the right to determine what is acceptable publicity and advertising, and also reserves the right to restrict at any time any display or activity it deems inappropriate or undesirable. In the event of such restriction, Advanced Cornea Conference will assume no liability for any expenses incurred by the affected company. The restrictions outlined here also apply to advertisements in other media which refer to Advanced Cornea Conference.
All product/service demonstrations, interviews, instructional activities and distribution of promotional literature within the hotel must be confined to the limits of the assigned exhibit space. No exhibitor shall use the name of Advanced Cornea Conference or any symbol or logo identified therewith, in any manner representing that the exhibitor or his products or services possess the approval or endorsement of Advanced Cornea Conference.
Use of the Meeting Name and Logo
The name and logo of Advanced Cornea Conference are proprietary marks. Use of the name and/or logo in any fashion, by any commercial entity, for any purpose (including materials mailed to the Advanced Cornea Conference pre-registration list), is expressly prohibited.
Use of Scientific Program Content
The Advanced Cornea Conference meeting is not a public event. Programs presented at the meeting are for the education of attendees as authorized by Advanced Cornea Conference. Any use of the program content, the name of a speaker and/or program title, or the name of the Advanced Cornea Conference meeting without written consent of Advanced Cornea Conference is prohibited. For this purpose, “program content” includes, but is not limited to oral presentations, audiovisual materials used by speakers, and program handouts. This policy applies before, during and after the meeting.
Notice of Disability
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Advanced Cornea Conference meeting will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities at its meeting. Please call Advanced Cornea Conference with your requests.
Contest, Raffles, Drawings
Advanced Cornea Conference is a professional, scientific, educational meeting; please keep this in mind when planning your contest, drawing, raffle, etc. Exhibit Management must approve all contests, lotteries, drawings, raffles and games of chance. All requests must be submitted to Exhibit Management for review and approved 30 days in advance of the meeting. A form will be provided in the Exhibitor Service Kit to facilitate this process. No unapproved items may be used as a “prize.”
Exhibitor Functions/Hotel Space Request
Advanced Cornea Conference has strict policies that limit unofficial activities throughout the week. These unofficial activities include social events, meetings, focus groups and industry-supported symposia that are not planned or sponsored by Advanced Cornea Conference. Only exhibiting companies are eligible to host a third-party event. Unofficial activities cannot be held during the official meeting hours, or during an official Advanced Cornea Conference event such as breakfast, lunch or evening symposia. This also includes official Advanced Cornea Conference receptions. Please contact the Exhibit Manager for specific times. Exhibitors
are not permitted to book space directly through the hotel. All requests for space and special programs must be submitted in writing on the meeting space request form included in your Exhibitor Service Kit.
Floor Reconfiguration
Advanced Cornea Conference reserves the right to reconfigure the exhibit hall floor plan. Advanced Cornea Conference also reserves the right to relocate any exhibit at any time. If the affected exhibitor does not agree with the relocation and wishes to withdraw from the exhibition, all application fees will be refunded. Advanced Cornea Conference has the right to limit the number of exhibitors of similar products or services in order to ensure quality and a broad spectrum of products in limited exhibit space.
Exhibitor License Agreement
Limitation of Liability. Exhibitor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Management and the Supporters, Owner,
exhibition hall facility, and city in which this Exhibition is being held, and each of their respective officers, agents and employees, against all claims, losses, suits, damages, judgments, expenses, cost (including, without limitations, reasonable legal fees) and charges of every kind arising out of or resulting from its execution of this License or its occupancy of the space herein contracted for by reason of personal injuries, death, property damages or any other cause sustained by any persons or others. Management shall not be responsible for loss or damage to displays or
goods belonging to Exhibitor, whether resulting from fire, storms, acts of God, air conditioning or heating failure, theft, pilferage, mysterious disappearance, bomb threats or other causes. All such items brought to the Exhibition are displayed at Exhibitor’s own risk, and should be safeguarded at all times. Management will provide the services of a reputable protective agency during the period of installation, show, and dismantling, and Exhibitor agrees that the provisions of such services constitutes adequate discharge of all obligations of Management to supervise and protect Exhibitor’s property within the Exhibition. Exhibitors may furnish additional guards at their own expense, only with prior approval by Management. Exhibitor agrees that Management shall not be liable in the event of any errors or omissions in any promotional material. Management makes no representation or warranties with the respect to the number of Exhibition attendees or the demographic nature of the attendees.
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Note: Exhibitors are to carry insurance to cover exhibit materials against damage and loss and public liability insurance against injury to the person and property of others. By executing the Corporate Supporter & Exhibitor Contract, Exhibitor warrants that there is in effect said insurance policy covering the exhibitor, with coverage remaining current through Exhibitor’s occupancy of Advanced Cornea Conference.
Damage to Property. Exhibitor is liable for any damage caused to building floors, walls or columns, or to standard booth equipment, or to other exhibitors’ property. Exhibitor may not apply paint, lacquer, adhesives, or other coating to building columns and floors or to standard booth equipment.
Safety and Fire Laws. All applicable fire and safety laws and regulations must be strictly observed by Exhibitor. Cloth decorations must be flame proof. Wiring must comply with local Fire Department and Underwriters’ rules. Smoking in exhibits is forbidden. Crowding will be restricted and aisles and fire exits must not be blocked by exhibits.
Decoration. Management shall have the full discretion and authority in the placement, arrangement, and appearance
of all items displayed by Exhibitor, and may require the replacing, rearrangement, or redecorating of any item or of any booth, and no liability shall attach to Management for costs that Exhibitor may incur thereby. An Exhibitor building special background or side dividers must make certain that the surfaces of such dividers are finished so as not to be unsightly to exhibitors in adjoining booths.
Obstruction of Aisles or Booths. Any demonstration or activity that results in obstruction of aisles or prevents ready access to nearby exhibitors’ booths shall be suspended for any periods specified by Management.
Losses. Management shall bear no responsibility for damage to Exhibitor’s property, or lost shipments either coming in or going out, nor for moving costs. Damage to inadequately packed matter is Exhibitors own responsibility. If its exhibit fails to arrive, Exhibitor is nevertheless responsible for exhibit space cost. Exhibitor is advised to ensure against these risks.
Amendment to Rules. Any matters not specifically covered by the preceding rules shall be subject solely to the decision of Management. The Management shall have full power in the matter of interpretation, amendment and enforcement of all said rules and regulations.
EXHIBITOR
LICENSE
AGREEMENT
Corporate Supporter & Exhibitor Contract
Advanced Cornea Conference • March 13-15, 2015 • Fort Lauderdale, FL
NOTE: By signing this form it is agreed that all rules and regulations listed in the exhibitor license agreement will be adhered to by the exhibiting company.
PLEASE PRINT ALL INFORMATION CLEARLY
Contact Name ______________________________________________________ Title __________________________________________
Company Name____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City ______________________________________________________________________ State ______ Zip Code ___________________
Phone ________________________ Fax _______________________ E-mail ___________________________________________________
Please list the individual(s) attending the conference from your company. List additional reps on a separate page with company name. Platinum –8 reps; Gold – 6 reps; Silver – 3 reps; Exhibitor only – 2 reps. (Additional booth rep fee: $350 per rep).
Name __________________________________________________________ Title ______________________________________________
Name __________________________________________________________ Title ______________________________________________
Terms of Payment/Cancellation
Applications should be accompanied by payment by check or credit card. Any exhibitor releasing assigned space 60 days prior to the exhibition date will be refunded all but a $250 administration fee. For cancellations within 59 days of the show, 75% of space rental charges will be assessed to the cancelling company.
Payment Method
h Enclosed is our check made payable to PentaVision LLC,
Conference Department. (All checks must be payable in US dollars.)
h Visa h Mastercard h American Express
Credit Card # _______________________________________
Expiration Date _________________ /____________________ Print name as it appears on credit card:
____________________________________________________
Signature:___________________________________________
TOTAL REGISTRATION $ ___________________________
TOTAL AMOUNT PAID
$ ___________________________(INCLUDES BOTH REGISTRATION AND CORPORATE SUPPORT)
COMPLETE FORM AND MAIL OR FAX WITH NON-REFUNDABLE PAYMENT TO:
PentaVision LLC • 321 Norristown Road, Suite 150 • Ambler, PA 19002 — OR —FAX TO: 215-367-2145, Attn: ACC
Kindly Indicate Your Level of Corporate Support:
(check all that apply)h Platinum Supporter $24,500 h Gold Supporter $17,500 h Silver Supporter $12,000 h Exhibitor $3,750
h Additional Booth Attendee $350 h Additional Support
Please specify ______________________________________
___________________________________________________
TOTAL CORPORATE SUPPORT $____________________