2015 Vendor Prospectus
Meet us in Kansas! This year the Kansas Pharmacists Association (KPhA), Missouri Pharmacy Association (MPA) and Oklahoma Pharmacists Association (OPhA) join together in Overland Park, Kansas for the 2015 Mid- America Pharmacy Conference and Expo- Working Together to Redefine Wellness from September 10-13, 2015. Exhibits will be open Saturday, September 12 th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Overland Park Convention Center. Exhibitors and Sponsors will have the opportunity to showcase their message, products and updates to pharmacy professionals in all practice settings from three midwest states, making this the perfect platform to increase brand recognition and broadcast services to a targeted audience. This event provides a networking pathway to connect and strengthen client relationships, build new relationships and engage with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and student pharmacists across a variety of practice settings. Join us as we Work Together to Redefine Wellness! 2
Mid- America Pharmacy Auction The Mid- America Pharmacy Auction will take place during the trade show. To make a donation, check the appropriate box on the Exhibitor Registration Form. Proceeds are used to help fund grants for clinical programs, scholarships for pharmacy school students, and the preservation of pharmacy history. The silent auction will be held Saturday, September 12 beginning at 6:00PM. Exhibit Fee Includes Exhibit Fees: o Single Booth - $1,500 o Double Booth - $2,500 o Government Agencies/Schools - $500 Pipe & drape 10 x10 booth with back drape Company name and booth number sign One draped 8 table with two chairs Lunch for 2 representatives are included with booth purchase. Additional tickets are available for $25 each. Tote bag insert Registration and payment is due by Thursday, August 13, 2015. Any exhibitor wishing to receive CPE credits or participate in social functions outside of the exhibit hall must register as a participant of the meeting. Expo Location, Schedule, Specifics Overland Park Convention Center Exhibit Hours 6000 College Boulevard Sat. 9/12 11:00AM - 3:00PM Overland Park, Kansas Exhibitors may begin setting up on: Saturday, September 12 from 8:00-11:00AM Program Booklet Advertising Meeting attendees will receive a program booklet containing the schedule of events, a listing of exhibitors and sponsors, meeting details and advertising pages. Heighten your visibility to all participants by advertising in the program booklet. Email ads to robyn@morx.com by Thursday, August 13, 2015. Prices for ads are listed on the registration page at the end of the prospectus. 3
Meeting Sponsorship The different levels of sponsorship will provide booth fees, premium exhibit hall space and special signage during the. Contact the MPA office no later than August 13, 2015 to have your company recognized in the program booklet. Sponsorship Opportunities Platinum ($15,000) Gold ($10,000) Recognition as a Platinum Sponsor on all materials Recognition signage at the Recognition in electronic communications (event mobile app, social media, websites, e- newsletters) Recognition from the podium of support and sponsorship at Recognition signage as sole sponsor of two refreshment breaks Complimentary exhibit booth in prime location Complimentary registrations for three individuals Full page color promotion in program booklet Opportunity to address all attendees Logo on promotional item (to be determined) One Thank you email sent out to registrants with your company name in the subject line after Recognition as a Gold Sponsor on all materials Recognition signage at the Recognition in electronic communications (event mobile app, social media, websites, e- newsletters) Recognition from the podium of support and sponsorship at Recognition signage as sole sponsor of a refreshment break Complimentary exhibit booth in prime location Complimentary registrations for two individuals Half page color promotion in program booklet Opportunity to address all attendees 4
Sponsorship Opportunities Continued Silver ($7,500) Recognition as a Silver Sponsor on all materials Recognition signage at the Recognition in electronic communications (event mobile app, social media, websites, e- newsletters) Recognition from the podium of support and sponsorship at Complimentary exhibit booth in prime location One Complimentary registration Opportunity to address all attendees Bronze ($5,000) Recognition as a Bronze Sponsor on all materials Recognition signage at the Recognition in electronic communications (event mobile app, social media, websites, e- newsletters) Recognition from the podium of support and sponsorship at Other Sponsorship Opportunities Complimentary exhibit booth Conference Totes - $3,500 Conference Refreshment Break - $1,000 Water bottles - $1,000 Sponsors will also receive: Recognition signage at Recognition in electronic communications (event mobile app, social media, websites, e- newsletters Cancellation Policy Cancellation of exhibit space will receive 50% refund if a written request is received by MPA prior to August 1, 2015. Cancellations made after this date will not be eligible for a refund. Any refunds due will be processed within thirty days of receipt of written cancellation. 5
Decorating, Shipping, Storage Liberty Exposition Services, Inc. (www.libertyexpo.com) is the convention decorator (phone: 816-891- 9500; fax: 816-891- 9507). Upon receipt of the application and paid registration fee, exhibitors will be sent information on ordering additional equipment and advance shipment from Liberty Exposition Services, Inc. Due to limited storage space, the Overland Park Convention Center will only accept packages up to three business days in advance of the event. When shipping packages, boxes, letters to the convention center for any function, you must include the following information: To: (Name of Organization Contact) Overland Park Convention Center 6000 College Boulevard Overland Park, KS 66211 Please include the following on the exterior of the package: 2015 Mid- America Pharmacy Conference & Expo, September 10-13, (vendor name) exhibit booth. Failure to include this information may result in improper or delayed delivery. The convention center is not responsible for lost, misplaced, damaged or delayed material. Storage/handling charges may apply. Security- Liability It is understood that neither the Kansas Pharmacists Association, Missouri Pharmacy Association, Oklahoma Pharmacists Association, Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center, Overland Park Convention Center, Liberty Exposition Services, Inc. nor their members, officers, directors or employees shall be held responsible for loss or damage of any property belonging to the exhibitor or any person or persons while in transit to or from, or while at the Overland Park Convention Center. The exhibitor assumes complete responsibility and liability and agrees to protect, save and hold forever harmless, KPhA, MPA, OPhA, Overland Park Convention Center, Liberty Exposition Services, Inc. and all their agents, officers and employees for any and all injury to person or property in any way connected with the exhibitor s display. The exhibitor indemnifies and agrees to hold harmless the indemnities against and from any and all losses, costs, damage, liability, or expenses (including attorney s fees) suffered to any person or persons, including the exhibitor, its agents, Overland Park Convention Center employees and business invitees which arise from or out of or by reason of said exhibitor s occupancy and use of the exhibition program or any part thereof. Overland Park Convention Center takes no responsibility for damage to or loss of any items left in the convention center prior to, during and/or following any function and all such responsibility and liability is specifically disclaimed. The convention center makes no and specifically disclaims any and all warranties or representations to the client or guest(s) other than those printed herein. 6
On behalf of Kansas Pharmacists Association (KPhA), Missouri Pharmacy Association (MPA) and Oklahoma Pharmacists Association (OPhA), thank you for your participation in this year s. Your support is what makes this event possible as well as providing valuable information and resources to registrants and their practice settings. We look forward to working with you and hope to see you in Overland Park! Thank You Contact Information Missouri Pharmacy Association Contact: Robyn Silvey Chief Operating Officer Phone: (573) 636-7522 Email: robyn@morx.com Address: 211 East Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO 65101 Oklahoma Pharmacists Association Contact: Kim Spitz Associate Director Phone: (405) 557-5775 Email: kspitz@opha.com Address: PO Box 5203, Edmond, OK 70383 3000 E Memorial Rd. Edmond, OK 73013 Kansas Pharmacists Association Contact: Auburn Gehle Communications & Meeting Manager Phone: (785) 228-2327 Email: auburn@ksrx.org Address: 1020 SW Fairlawn Rd. Topeka, KS 66604 7
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Exhibits open September 12! Registration Deadline is August 13, 2015 Register Online at www.morx.com ORGANIZATION NAME: Receives space confirmation and pre correspondence Company Name: Will be used on all communication and signage Contact Name: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Fax: Email: Website: BILLING INFORMATION Please fill out IF DIFFERENT from above Contact Name: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Fax: Email: Website: BOOTH REPRESENTATIVES Please forward all information to these individuals 1. 2. COMPANIES FROM WHICH YOU DESIRE SEPARATION Terms and conditions: The exhibitor listed above agrees that the Mid- America Pharmacy Conference & Expo is authorized to reserve exhibit space at the Overland Park Convention Center for use by the above company/organization during the September 10-13, 2015, and acknowledges receipt of, and agrees to abide by, the conditions under which exhibit space at the Overland Park Convention Center is leased to the 2015 Mid- America Pharmacy Conference & Expo as printed in this prospectus. All requests are processed on a first come, first served basis with receipt of paid registration. Hotel Reservations (ask for the Mid- America Pharmacy Conference Room Block): Sheraton Overland Park Hotel, 6100 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66211 (913) 234-2100 or make reservations online at https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start.action?id=15012 13519&key=28D748A4 9 Exhibit Booth Space Single Booth (10 x10 )...1,500 Double Booth (10 x20 ).2,500 Gov t Agency or School (10 x10 ) 500 Booth Preferences: 1 st 2 nd 3 rd Event Sponsorship Platinum Sponsor....15,000 Gold Sponsor...10,000 Silver Sponsor...7,500 Bronze Sponsor 5,000 Conference Totes....3,500 Refreshment Break...1,000 Water bottles....1,000 Mid- America Pharmacy Auction Donation: Approximate value of item $ Join Us Additional Exhibit Lunch Tickets $25.00/person X (qty) = $ Please check here if you have any special dietary needs that should be accommodated. A MPA representative will contact you to make arrangements. Program Booklet Advertising Inside front cover, full color....800 Inside back cover, full color.....800 Full page ad, full color.....600 Full page ad, black & white... 500 Half page ad, full color.....400 Half page ad, black & white...300 ¼ page ad, full color.. 200 ¼ page ad, black & white...100 All ads are non- commissionable Method of Payment Total Due: $ Check made payable to: Missouri Pharmacy Association Please charge my: Visa MasterCard Discover AMEX Acct#: Expiration: Signature: Send To/Contact Us: Register Online: www.morx.com Fax To: (573) 636-7485 Mail To: Missouri Pharmacy Association 211 East Capitol Avenue Jefferson City, MO 65101 Questions: Call (573) 636-7522 Ext. 227 or email robyn@morx.com Federal Tax Id: MPA# 44-0357135