The Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Sponsorship Prospectus 2015

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1 The Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Sponsorship Prospectus 2015 Share your message with the nutrition and dietetics professionals in Arizona! The Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AZAND) AZAND is an affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. With nearly 74,000 members, the Academy is the nation s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals and promotes optimal nutrition and well-being for all people. For more information about the Academy, visit AZAND is comprised of four districts, with more than 1,000 members practicing in every community in Arizona. Most members are Registered Dietitians (RD) or Dietetic Technicians, Registered (DTR), and AZAND also includes allied health professionals and students in dietetics programs. For information about AZAND, visit AZAND Mission Statement Our mission is to lead the future of dietetics in Arizona. AZAND Vision Statement AZAND members are the most valued source of food and nutrition information in Arizona. About the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly the American Dietetic Association) was founded in 1917, and is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. The Academy is committed to improving the nation's health and advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education and advocacy. Mission Empowering members to be the nation's food and nutrition leaders Vision Optimizing the nation's health through food and nutrition Approximately 72 percent of the Academy's nearly 74,000 members are registered dietitians (RDs) and 2 percent are dietetic technicians, registered (DTRs). Other Academy members include students, educators, researchers and international members. Nearly half of all the Academy's members hold advanced academic degrees. The AZAND Annual Convention and Exposition The 2015 Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AZAND) Annual Nutrition Convention & Exposition, held in cooperation with the Arizona Department of Health Services, is the leading convention for nutrition professionals in Arizona, attracting a wide audience of participants looking for cutting-edge nutrition products and solutions. 1

2 Our convention and exposition is a very cost-effective way to meet face-to-face with qualified nutrition leaders and decision makers. You will develop new business while building on existing relationships. The 2015 AZAND Convention & Exposition will be held on Friday, June 12, 2015 at the Sheraton Crescent Hotel (2620 W Dunlap Road) in Phoenix, Arizona Take advantage of this opportunity to reach a wide spectrum of AZAND members: Practitioners in hospitals, long-term care facilities and other clinical settings Directors and managers in foodservice operations that make buying decisions Consultants to food companies, corporations, websites, public relation firms Members of the media in print, television, websites and blogosphere Counselors in private practice Nutrition researchers Educators in colleges, universities and culinary schools Public health and community-based professionals Sales and marketing professionals This year, our Convention will attract approximately 275 attendees. As a sponsor, you will benefit through networking opportunities, relationship building and the gateway to consumer influence. Again this year we are offering the ability to choose your level of sponsorship. Each level offers different opportunities such as recognition on registration materials, a chance to give each attendee a sample of your product or an opportunity to address the attendees personally. Also, our schedule of events will highlight vendors during specific periods throughout the day Sponsorship Opportunities AZAND offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities with those that are aligned with our mission and vision statements. We can work with you to customize a level of sponsorship to create a productive partnership. Member Education: $5,000 (keynote) $2,000 (breakout) AZAND offers sponsors the opportunity to underwrite educational sessions at the annual convention. Sponsors receive public recognition during morning announcement and speaker session; includes platinum level sponsorship benefits. Sponsored Member Meals and Refreshments AZAND offers sponsors the opportunity to support these events at the annual convention. Sponsors receive public recognition during the announcements, display of promotional materials at the buffet area, and an opportunity to have their food and beverage products as part of the menu (additional costs may apply per venue). Sponsors may also speak to the entire group for a few minutes during their respective breakfast, lunch or evening reception. Includes Platinum Level sponsorship benefits. 2

3 Breakfast: $3,500 Evening Reception: $2,000 Morning Coffee and Tea Break: $500 Afternoon Beverage Refreshment Break: $500 Raffle Item: We are accepting donations (gift baskets, gift certificates, etc.) for our raffle that will benefit the Academy Foundation Expo Sponsorship Levels at Early Bird Pricing by April 30, Pricing will increase by $50.00 after April 30, Sponsorship Components Platinum $450 Gold $275 Silver AZAND memberowned company $125 Exhibitor booth with draped table, two chairs. X X X Annual Convention Program Acknowledgements Company name and logo on program cover Company name and logo in program Promotional Items in attendee s welcome bag Link on AZAND s website X Meeting Registration and Luncheon 2 sponsors will be 1 sponsor will be entitled to attend entitled to attend education sessions education sessions and lunch and lunch Company name and logo in program X X X 1 sponsor will be entitled to attend education sessions and lunch 3

4 EXHIBITOR INFORMATION: Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Annual Meeting JUNE 12, 2015 SHERATON CRESCENT HOTEL - PHOENIX, AZ Exhibit Space Each exhibit space has a draped table and two chairs. Rates Per table: $275-table (included for Platinum & Gold sponsors) $100-additional tables Registration Deadline Payment in full with signed registration is required to reserve space on or before April 30, Checks and registration can be mailed to Margaret Tate, AZAND, N. 29 th Ave, Suite 1, # 713, Phoenix, AZ Credit cards are accepted and can be paid online at by clicking PAY NOW. Exhibitor Set-Up Time Set up will be available an hour before the conference starts on Friday morning. Electrical Arrangements Please note any electrical needs on the registration form. Bring any power strips or extension cords as needed. Handouts/Samples for Attendees If you desire to have product information/samples placed into the attendee registration bags, it must be received by April 30, Please indicate your request on the registration form under special arrangements. Please mail all items to be placed in the attendee welcome bags to: AZAND Annual Convention c/o Chrissy Barth 8912 East Pinnacle Peak Road, Suite F9-524 Scottsdale, AZ At your booth, you are welcome to provide samples to attendees. Door Prizes Please feel free to have a door prize available at your booth to give away to one lucky attendee at the end of the convention. Please plan on having a basket to collect business cards for the giveaway. See Next Page for Registration Form Please Complete by April 30,

5 Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Annual Meeting JUNE 12, 2015 SHERATON CRESCENT HOTEL - PHOENIX AZ EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION FORM Contact Name: Company Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Fax: Description of Product/Service: (50 WORDS OR LESS): Please respond by April 30, 2015 Platinum $450 Gold $275 Silver $125 Breakfast Sponsor $3,500 Evening Reception Sponsor $2,000 Morning Tea and Coffee Break $500 Afternoon Beverage Refreshment Break $500 Additional Expo Table $100 Breakout Speaker Sponsorship $2,000 Keynote Speaker Sponsorship $5,000 Raffle Donation Item: Representatives from your company attending (Please indicate name(s) as you would like it to appear on a name badge): How many people from your company will be attending: Please list their names (indicate with an * the individuals that will receive the complimentary registration) 1. Name: Title: 2. Name: Title: 5

6 Please or fax your completed registration form to: or fax Payment: Credit cards are accepted and payment can be made at by clicking on PAY NOW. OR Mail your payment (make check payable to AZAND) and registration to: AZAND Annual Meeting, c/o Margaret Tate, RDN, MS, N. 29 th Ave. Suite 1, #713, Phoenix, AZ Payment in full must be made by April 30, 2015 in order to reserve an exhibit table at the Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics annual meeting EXPO. No refunds for cancellation of exhibit tables will be made after April 30, Any questions? Please contact the AZAND Executive Director, Margaret Tate at 6