Infection. Exhibitor & Sponsorship Prospectus. Infection Prevention Training

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1 2013 Infection Prevention Training Exhibitor & Sponsorship Prospectus Infection Prevention for Ambulatory Surgery Centers & Education for the Prevention of Infection (EPI )

2 About APIC The mission of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology is to create a safer world through prevention of infection. The association s more than 14,000 members direct infection prevention programs that save lives and improve the bottom line for hospitals and other healthcare facilities. APIC advances its mission through patient safety, implementation science, competencies and certification, advocacy, and data standardization. About APIC Infection Prevention Training Courses APIC infection prevention training courses teach practical and complex issues in everyday language. Attendees learn first-hand from board certified (CIC ) experts through a less lecture, more hands on approach that will build their ability to enhance the infection prevention program at their facilities. And the training doesn t end in the classroom. Courses feature post-event online webinars that reinforce the topics so that attendees are well prepared to meet their next challenge in infection prevention. 2

3 APIC provides high quality clinical education in infection prevention through three live courses. Infection Prevention for Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC) This two day novice level course is designed for healthcare professionals working in infection prevention in ambulatory care settings, and will cover topics related to regulatory requirements and implementation of evidence-based interventions. Participants learn how to develop an effective infection prevention program to protect patients and comply with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) conditions for coverage. EPI 101: The Fundamentals of Infection Surveillance, Prevention, and Control This three day novice level course is designed to help guide individuals new to infection prevention and control. Interactive activities enable participants to define goals for an effective infection prevention program and outline a program plan. Course content highlights both clinical and program management knowledge essential for all infection preventionists. EPI 201: Advancing Practice Using Epidemiologic Principles This three day proficient level course is appropriate for individuals who are more experienced in infection prevention and control, or for those who have already taken the EPI 101 course and are ready to move to the next level of critical thinking to improve practice and outcomes. Group work and case studies allow participants to further examine infection prevention program goals and study a variety of approaches. Columbus, OH Infection Prevention for Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC) April 12-13, 2013 Education for the Prevention of Infection (EPI ) 101 April 14-16, 2013 Education for the Prevention of Infection (EPI ) 201 April 14-16, 2013 Denver, CO Infection Prevention for Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC) October 4-5, 2013 Education for the Prevention of Infection (EPI ) 101 October 6-8, 2013 Education for the Prevention of Infection (EPI ) 201 October 6-8,

4 BECOME AN EXHIBITOR Plan now to be a part of the EPI and ASC courses to introduce your company to healthcare professionals that are committed to infection prevention. In 2013, join APIC in Columbus, Ohio and Denver, Colorado for these three essential courses for infection preventionists. To reach this select audience, your company can utilize onsite tabletop exhibit space and sponsorship opportunities. As an exhibitor, your company will: Increase brand awareness with this select group of infection preventionists Promote your products/services to a unique demographic Meet and network with new and dedicated infection preventionists EXHIBITS BENEFITS All 2013 APIC EPI and ASC course exhibitors receive the following: Tabletop display space 6 table, two chairs, electricity Ribbons for all exhibit booth personnel Four complimentary exhibitor-only registrations Final registration list for each site, by course type Company name/logo featured on APIC Bingo Sheet an exercise that encourages all course attendees to visit the exhibit booths in exchange for entry into APIC giveaways Logo on the APIC web pages for these training courses Recognition on 2013 training course marketing materials 4

5 ASC ATTENDEE DEMOGRAPHICS Professional Discipline MD 1% Public Health 1% Epidemiology 1% LPN/LVN 2% 4% RN 91% Practice Settings Urgent Care Fertility Center 1% 1% Surgery 41% Endoscopy 20% Dialysis 2% Dental Care 3% Optometry 5% Orthopedic 12% Pain Management 15% 5

6 ASC ATTENDEE DEMOGRAPHICS (continued) Years worked in infection prevention More than 7 Years 16% Less Than 1 Year 26% 4-6 Years 14% 1-3 Years 44% Purchasing Power Infection Prevention-related products and services that attendees will be reviewing, recommending and/or purchasing over the next 6 months (multiple responses) Note: This list was provided on the course evaluation and does not necessarily reflect interest in these product categories exclusively. Purchasing Power Environmental and surface disinfection 31% 1% Diagnostic tests 4% Surgical skin prep 18% Hand hygiene products 28% Surveillance systems 18% 6

7 EPI ATTENDEE DEMOGRAPHICS Professional Discipline (multiple responses) EPI 101 Epidemiology Public Health MD EMT MT LPN/LVN NP RN EPI 201 Epidemiology Public Health MD EMT MT LPN/LVN NP RN 7

8 EPI ATTENDEE DEMOGRAPHICS (continued) Practice Setting (multiple responses) EPI 101 Behavioral Health Public Health Home Health Long Term Care Ambulatory Care Hospital EPI 201 Behavioral Health Public Health Home Health Long Term Care Ambulatory Care Hospital 8

9 EPI ATTENDEE DEMOGRAPHICS (continued) Years Worked in Infection Prevention EPI 101 More than 7 years 4-6 years 1-3 years Less than 1 year EPI 201 More than 7 years 4-6 years 1-3 years Less than 1 year 9

10 EPI ATTENDEE DEMOGRAPHICS (continued) Purchasing Power Infection Prevention-related products and services that attendees will be reviewing, recommending and/or purchasing over the next 6 months (multiple responses) Note: This list was provided on the course evaluation and does not necessarily reflect interest in these product categories exclusively. EPI 101 Emerging Technologies PPE Vascular Access Products Surveillance systems Surgical Skin Prep Hand Hygiene Products Environmental and Surface Disinfection Diagnostic Tests EPI 201 Emerging Technologies PPE Vascular Access Products Surveillance systems Surgical Skin Prep Hand Hygiene Products Environmental and Surface Disinfection Diagnostic Tests 10

11 2013 APIC COURSE & EXHIBIT SCHEDULE APIC s exhibit hall is located inside the ballroom where all meal functions are located to generate substantial traffic for your booth. Spring 2013 Fall 2013 Columbus, OH Hyatt Regency 350 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio, USA Tel: Denver, CO Grand Hyatt 1750 Welton Street, Denver, Colorado, USA Tel: ASC Course Attendance 300 Dates April 12 13, 2013 October 4 5, 2013 Exhibit Hall Hours Day a.m. BREAKFAST 10:15 10:30 a.m. BREAK 12:30 1:30 p.m. LUNCH 3 3:30 p.m. BREAK Day a.m. BREAKFAST/Symposium Opportunity 10:15 10:45 a.m. BREAK 12:30 1:30 p.m. LUNCH 3 3:15 p.m. BREAK EPI Courses Floor Plan Attendance Dates April 14 16, 2013 October 6 8, 2013 Please see the APIC website for the latest floorplan for each site Exhibit Hall Hours Day 1 6:30 8:30 a.m. BREAKFAST 9:30 10:00 a.m. BREAK 12 1 p.m. LUNCH 2:30 2:45 p.m. BREAK Day 2 6:30 8:30 a.m. BREAKFAST/Symposium Opportunity 9:45 10 a.m. BREAK 11:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. LUNCH 2:30 2:45 p.m. BREAK Day 3 6:30 8:30 a.m. BREAKFAST/Symposium Opportunity 10:15 10:30 a.m. BREAK 12:45 1:45 p.m. LUNCH 2:45 3 p.m. BREAK 11

12 SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE Maximize your exposure at these courses by considering additional promotional and advertising opportunities. Sponsorships strengthen brand recognition beyond the days of the course. Due to these courses being co-located in Columbus, OH or Denver, CO, each sponsorship will be for the duration of both the ASC and EPI courses. Your sponsorship will generate exposure to more than 650 attendees over 5 days. Totebag $5, Each attendee will receive a totebag filled with the onsite program. The totebag will showcase the APIC logo and your company logo. Hotel keys & packet $5, Make the first impression. All attendees stay at the designated hotel for the duration of the course. Onsite program - back cover ad $4, The onsite program (8.5 wide x 11 tall) contains the schedule and presentations slides for each session. Your custom ad will be on the back of each of these programs. Lanyards $3, Hand sanitizer distribution at lunch $1, each APIC provides lunch to all attendees in the exhibit hall. Your company can provide hand sanitizing samples or stations located at the buffet line. Totebag insert $1, Include your company flyer in each attendee s totebag. Your company provides the flyer and we place it into the totebag! Directional signage (back of meter board) $ each sign APIC will have 3 directional signs to help attendees navigate to the proper session rooms. Have your custom graphics on the back of each sign. A custom lanyard with your company s logo will hold each attendee s registration badge. 12

13 SYMPOSIA APIC course attendees are eager for additional learning opportunities during these intense 2-3 days of education. Your company can provide satellite exhibitor education, which can take the form of a product demonstration or an educational session. APIC must review and accept the proposed session title, speaker and description to assure that it is appropriate for the course attendees. Review of these materials shall in no way be construed as endorsement or approval of the exhibitor symposia by APIC. Available Times ASC Course Day a.m. EPI Courses Day a.m. Day a.m. Regulations Only APIC 2013 course exhibitors are eligible to host symposia. All marketing partners and educational contractors must be accepted by APIC. All exhibitor marketing planned during the symposia must be approved by APIC. This includes, but not limited to, invitations, announcements, and mailers. The symposium may be up to 1 hour in length. Companies are responsible for making their own CE provider/ approvership arrangements. APIC does not provide or approve CE credit for any exhibitor sponsored event. Benefits Price $15,000 Pre-registration list of conference attendees 1 totebag flyer with symposium title, faculty, and description Room rental & set-up Audio Visual standard set 1 from APIC to all course attendees with title, faculty and description of your symposium This fee DOES NOT include: Catering costs APIC will provide breakfast and invoice the company Education content cc Accreditation or approvership cc Faculty management, fees/honorarium, travel cc Presentation materials/hand-outs A complete service kit will be available upon completion of signed registration form and payment in full. Contact Information Jennifer Kerhin APIC 2013 Course Sponsorships Tel: Fax: APICsponsorships@ sponsorshipboost.com APIC 1275 K Street NW, Suite 1000 Washington, DC Past Exhibitors American Sentinel University ARAMARK Uniform Services CareFusion Diversey, Inc. EndoChoice GOJO Industries, Inc. Mölnlycke Health Care, Inc. Symmetry 13

14 APIC 2013 Course Series Exhibitor & Sponsorship Agreement Form COMPANY NAME: CONTACT PERSON: PHONE: FAX: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE & ZIP: Exhibit April 2013, Columbus, Ohio October 2013, Denver, CO ASC course $3,000 EPI courses $3,000 BOTH ASC and EPI courses $5,000 ASC course $3,000 EPI courses $3,000 BOTH ASC and EPI courses $5,000 Sponsorship Name Price $ Name Price $ Name Price $ Payment Method Check for $ enclosed check number (Make check payable to: APIC) OR Please charge $ Visa MasterCard American Express Card # Exp. Date Cardholder s Name AUTHORIZATION Authorized Signature Signature on this form indicates a binding financial obligation to APIC for the sponsorship fee specified above, and indicates that you and your company agree to abide by the published rules and regulations governing EPI and Ambulatory Care program sponsors/exhibitors. Further, you and your organization agree to abide by APIC Corporate Guidelines. APIC reserves the right to review all ads and inserts associated with sponsorship for conformity to APIC standards and the right to reject any ads that it deems unacceptable. Ad and insert submissions may not compare trademarked products or disparage competitive products and/or services. Sponsoring, exhibiting or advertising with APIC does not imply endorsement of the company s products by APIC. Signature on this document indicates commitment to comply with all Terms and Conditions outlined in the 2013 APIC Course Series Sponsorship Overview document. PRINT NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZING COMPANY OFFICER/REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZING COMPANY OFFICER/REPRESENTATIVE DATE