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2015 Patient Learning Conference
Baltimore Hilton Hotel
Baltimore, MD | August 13-15, 2015
Sponsorship & Exhibitor Prospectus
On behalf of Ehlers-Danlos National Foundation board of directors and staff, we would like to offer your company
the opportunity to participate as a sponsor and/or exhibitor at EDNF’s 2015 Patient Learning Conference.
ABOUT EDS
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a heterogeneous group of heritable
connective tissue disorders, characterized by articular (joint)
hypermobility, skin extensibility and tissue fragility. Individuals with EDS
have a defect in their connective tissue that provides support to many
body parts such as the skin, muscles and ligaments. The fragile skin and
unstable joints found in EDS are the result of faulty collagen. Collagen
is a protein, which acts as a “glue” in the body, adding strength and
elasticity to connective tissue. There are at least six major types of EDS.
Attendee Profile
The 2014 Learning Conference
drew 473 individuals from 34
states and 8 countries to Houston,
including top physicians, nurses,
physical therapists, adults and
children with EDS, along with their
families and/or caregivers.
WHY PARTICIPATE?
We anticipate the same exciting turnout this year at the Hilton Hotel in Baltimore, MD on August 13-15, 2015.
As a conference sponsor, you will have the opportunity to share products and services with an audience of
individuals who are part of the EDS community including medical practitioners, patients and caregivers. The
conference will bring together notable EDS experts and will connect people who share a common interest in
helping those who suffer from Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
INTRODUCING EDNF’S NEW MOBILE APP FOR 2015!
Steer even more traffic to your booth with the benefits associated
with this year’s new Mobile App! Our app will provide the conference
schedule, allow attendees to create their own schedule of favorite
sessions and take notes. Attendees will also have greater access to
sponsors and exhibitors from their mobile devices; within the app,
they can click on a sponsor or enhanced exhibitor listing to expand a
description, logo and link.
$77
12:00 PM
We are also introducing Click!, a photo-based scavenger
hunt game that facilitates attendee and exhibitor
interaction through the conference.
2015 Sponsorship Opportunities
Title
Sponsor
Minimum amount
$15,000
Gold
Sponsor
$10,000
Silver
Sponsor
Bronze
Sponsor
Scholarship
Sponsor
$5,000
$3,500
$1,500
Logo recognition in conference program, signage, and on
Sponsor PowerPoint loop; acknowledgement from the
podium during general sessions and functions
X
X
X
X
X
The opportunity to be listed and share company
information within the new Mobile App
X
X
X
X
X
Logo w/link
Logo w/link
Logo w/link
Logo w/link
Logo only
Company recognition on the Conference page of EDNF
Website
Full conference registrations
8
6
4
2
Double
Double
Single
Single
Ad in one issue of EDNF’s e-Newsletter, Loose
Connections, distributed to members and available to
the public
full-page
full-page
full-page
1/2-page
Ad in the conference onsite program distributed to all
attendees
Full-page
color
Full-page
color
Full-page
B&W
Full-page
B&W
“Shout outs” on EDNF Twitter and Facebook pages with
company name, level of sponsorship and link (subject to
mutual approval)
X
X
X
X
Mobile app rotating banner ad, enhanced listing, and
two (2) push notification to attendees
X
X
X
Opportunity to sponsor the Opening Reception and have
a corporate rep address the conference audience for
three minutes
(Scripted by EDNF)
X
Mobile App! Two (2) coordinates in attendee scavenger
hunt game, Click.
X
Mobile App splash page advertisement.
X
Exhibit space (One 6-ft table and 2 chairs)
Opportunity to sponsor one of two Conference
Luncheons and have a corporate rep address the
audience for three minutes at the Luncheon
(Scripted by EDNF).
X
Choice to sponsor: Relaxation Zone Lounge, Insulated
Lunch Tote or Conference Lanyards
X
X
Opportunity to sponsor one (1) Refreshment Break
X
Mobile app rotating grouped banner ad, one (1)
coordinate in attendee scavenger hunt game, Click.
X
Opportunity to send two (2) scholarship winners to the
EDNF Learning Conference
X
After a personal consultation to learn more about how your company wishes to interact with the Ehlers-Danlos National Foundation,
we can create a customized proposal for your review. Our goal is to establish a relationship that best meets your needs while continuing
to advance the mission and goals of EDNF.
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2015 Ehlers-Danlos National Foundation
Patient Learning Conference Commitment Form
YES, I would like to be a 2015 EDNF Patient Learning Conference Sponsor as stated here. My signature below
signifies my commitment:
Signature: Date:
CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP LEVELS:
Title Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
$15,000
$10,000
$5,000
Bronze Sponsor
Scholarship Sponsor
$3,500
$1,500
Name:
Title:
Organization:
Address:
City/State or Province/Zip:
Telephone: Fax:
Email:w
My check (made payable to EDNF) is enclosed: CHECK #: AMOUNT $
Please Charge my Credit Card:
AMEX
MasterCard
Visa
AMOUNT $
Name on Card:
Card #: Exp. Date:
Security Code:
Signature:
Billing Address:
City/State or Province/Zip:
COMPLETE AND FAX OR EMAIL COMMITMENT FORM TO:
Anita Parker, Sr. Director, Resource Development
7918 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 300, McLean, VA 22102
Phone: 703.506.2892 Fax: 703.506.3266
Email: [email protected]
www.ednf.org
About EDNF
Ehlers-Danlos National Foundation creates resources for those affected by the connective tissue disorder,
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS). Established in 1985, we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with members
from the Americas and abroad. By leading the charge for knowledge and awareness about EDS, we are building
a community of people who work together to create change. All charitable contributions are deductible to the
fullest extent allowed by law.