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Palm Springs Convention Center | Palm Springs, CA

Exhibit dates:

August 17–18, 2017Conference dates:

August 17–19, 2017

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The Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON) invites you to exhibit at the 41st Annual Confer-ence and Exhibit, August 17–19, 2017, in Palm Springs, CA.As the premier professional organization for nurses and allied health-care professionals who care for children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer and blood disorders and their families, APHON provides leadership and expertise by defining and promoting the highest standards of practice and care.

The APHON Annual Conference and Exhibit is the only conference dedicated to pediatric hematology/oncol-ogy nurses that offers exhibit opportunities. You will interact with more than 900 influential nurses who provide their patients and families with

• pharmaceutical products

• medical equipment

• blood services

• educational materials

• training programs

• publications

• medical software

• nutritional products

• support services

• therapeutic products

• recruitment services.

APHON makes every effort to encourage attendee interaction with your sales force. Your investment in APHON will be supported in the following ways:

• innovative programming that draws more than 900 qualified attendees

• a grand opening reception held in the Exhibit Hall

• exclusive unopposed exhibit time

• a free listing in the APHON conference program guide

• breaks held in the Exhibit Hall

• acknowledgments on APHON’s website and in conference communications

• additional preshow conference marketing opportunities

• attendee list, conference program guide advertising, hotel room drops, and passport program.

The APHON 41st Annual Conference and Exhibit is the best opportunity you will have in 2017 to reach this unique group of healthcare profes-sionals. Contact Terri Berkowitz, APHON Manager, Professional Relations, at 847.375.4763 or [email protected].

About APHONAPHON is a dynamic professional organization of more than 3,700 pedi-atric hematology/oncology nurses and allied healthcare professionals. APHON members are dedicated to promoting optimal nursing care for children, adolescents, and young adults who have cancer and blood disorders and their families. The highest standards of nursing practice are promoted through education, research, certification, advocacy, and affiliation.

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Hospital Outpatient 41%

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Bachelor’s Degree 46%

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Diploma 3%

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Staff Education 9%

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*Attendees may specialize in more than one area.

Position Title Education Practice Setting Specialty Areas*

Connect with Leaders in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nursing

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Exhibit Fees*10’ x 10’ space (100 sq. ft.)$1,700 Before January 3, 2017 $1,850 January 3, 2017, and later $150 Corner Fee

10’ x 20’ space (200 sq. ft.) $3,400 Before January 3, 2017 $3,700 January 3, 2017, and later $150 Corner Fee

20’ x 20’ Island$7,400 Before January 3, 2017 $8,000 January 3, 2017, and later $150 Corner Fee

Included with each exhibit space

• Standard identification sign showing the exhibitor’s name and booth number

• 8-ft.-high back wall and 36-in.-high divider rails in quality fabric

• General overhead lighting

• Carpeting

• Security guard service

• List of preregistered attendees

• Listing in the conference program guide

• Discounted advertising in the conference program guide

• Website listing

*Exhibitors will be required to purchase table and chairs for their booth space. Details on ordering these items will be provided by the show decorator approxi-mately 60–90 days prior to the meeting.

Not-for-Profit OrganizationsA not-for-profit exhibitor package is available upon request. Please send a letter of request including confirmation of your organization’s 501(c) tax status to [email protected].

Not-for-profit booths include one table, two chairs, carpet, wastebas-ket, and one full complimentary registration for the APHON Annual Conference and Exhibit.

10’ x 10’ space (100 sq. ft.)$1,600 Before January 3, 2017$1,750 January 3, 2017, and later$150 Corner Fee

InstallationAll exhibits must be set up by 4 pm on Thursday, August 17, 2017, without exception.

DismantlingThe official closing time of the Exhibit Hall is 4 pm on Friday, August 18, 2017. All exhibit material must be packed and ready for removal from the exhibit area no later than 8 pm.

Space AssignmentSpace will be assigned according to the date the contract and pay-ment are received, availability of the requested area, amount of space requested, special needs, and compatibility of exhibitors’ products. APHON reserves the right to assign space other than the choice requested, if necessary, and to rearrange the floor plan and relocate any exhibits.

Housing A block of rooms is being held for the APHON Annual Conference and Exhibit at the Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel & The Hilton Palm Springs Resort. Make your reservations before July 14, 2017, to receive special rates.

Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel 888 E Tahquitz Canyon WayPalm Springs, CA 92262760.322.6000$179 single/double standard room

Hilton Palm Springs Resort 400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262760.320.6867$149 single/double standard room

Exhibits and conference sessions will be located at the Palm Springs Convention Center.

Official ContractorThe assigned contractor will have a service desk in operation at the time of installation and removal and will direct and manage all of the following services: exhibitor information kit, decorator, booths and signs, labor, installation of exhibits, electrical, dismantling of exhibits, and shipping. An exhibitor information kit will be sent approximately 60–90 days prior to the conference.

Terri BerkowitzManager, Professional Relations 8735 W. Higgins Road, Suite 300, Chicago IL 60631-2738 847.375.4763 • Fax 888.374.7259 [email protected] • www.aphon.org

Exhibit Schedule**Thursday, August 17Exhibit Setup 10 am–4 pm

Grand Opening Reception 6–8:30 pm

Friday, August 18Exhibit Hall Open 7–8:30 am

Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Hall 7–8:30 am

Exhibit Hall Open 1:15–5 pm

Dessert and Prize Drawing in Exhibit Hall 1:30–2:45 pm

Break and Prize Drawing in Exhibit Hall 4–5 pm

Exhibit Teardown 5–9 pm

**Exhibit hours are subject to change.

Exhibit Information

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Important Dates and Deadlines in 2017

January 3 Deadline for early-bird exhibit-space rate

January 6 First right of refusal for commercial support opportunities

January 13 Deadline for educational program submission

January 16 Deadline for commercial support and/or exhibit commitment for listing in conference brochure

June 1 Closing date for advertising space in conference program guide

June 1 Full payment must be received for exhibit space

June 12 Exhibitor service kits e-mailed

June 23 Exhibit description for conference program guide must be received. (E-mail copy to [email protected].)

June 30 Closing date for advertising materials for conference program guide

June 30 Material for the room drop must be approved

July 14 Deadline for housing reservations

July 21 Deadline for Room Drop materials. All material must be pre-approved by July 10.

July 21 Deadline for direct mail to APHON members. All material must be approved.

July 28 Registrationdueforboothstaff.A$25feewillbeappliedtoallrequestsafterthisdate. Four(4)badgesallowedper100sq.ft.

Dates subject to change

Exhibit Floor Plan

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Event, Advertising, and Promotional OpportunitiesGrand Opening Reception in Exhibit Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000

Non-CE Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000

Annual Business Meeting and Awards Lunch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000

Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000

Dessert Reception in Exhibit Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,000

President’s Reception. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,000

Continental Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000

Cyber Café. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000

Portfolios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000

Tote Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000

Hotel Room Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,500

Relaxation Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,500

Lanyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000

Speaker Ready Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000

Afternoon Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000

Charging Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000

Corporate Showcase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000

Coffee Break. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,500

For support of CNE activities, contact Susan Vogel at [email protected].

We invite you to become a conference sponsor. APHON sponsorship is an exceptional way for your organization to show its commitment to research, evidence-based practice, and treatment in the field of pediatric hematology/oncology nursing.

Enhance your visibility. Gain a more powerful presence. Increase your impact on APHON members.

Sponsor BenefitsPlatinum

Level$30,000

Gold Level

$15,000

Silver Level

$5,000

Bronze Level

$2,500Complimentary Registration to Conference Program X

Full-page ad in APHON Counts X

Quantities of conference brochure to showcase your sponsorship X X

Full-page advertisement in conference program guide X X

Postconference registration list X X X

Inclusion in Passport Program X X X

Recognition on APHON website X X X X

Signage in registration area X X X X

Signage package X X X X

Listing in conference brochure (if commitment made by January 16, 2017)

X X X X

Lisiting in conference program guide (if commitment made by May 15, 2017)

X X X X

Commercial support display for your exhibit X X X X

Commercial support ribbons for your representatives X X X X

Sponsor recognition in e-blast to members X X X X

Become an APHON Conference SPONSOR

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NON-CE COMMERCIALLY SUPPORTED SYMPOSIA• Commercially supported symposia are held during the APHON

Annual Conference and Exhibit.

• A variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner symposia may be offered.

• The commercially supported symposia guidelines and proposal form will be available on the APHON website in November 2016.

• The APHON Program Committee will review proposals in spring 2017 and evaluate them based on the quality of the programs and their relevance to the pediatric hematology/oncology nurs-ing community.

The fee for a commercially supported symposium is $25,000.

CORPORATE SHOWCASEAPHON is pleased to offer your organization a prime opportunity to showcase your products and services by conducting a seminar or product demonstration during exclusive exhibit hours.

Corporate Showcase space is limited and topics must be approved by APHON. The session will take place in a designated section in the exhibit hall and is available to those that have purchased an exhibit booth.

Note: Your showcase will be set up in theater style and will include an LCD projector/screen, podium, and microphone. Presenting companies are responsible for any special-need charges (e.g., catering, additional audiovisual equipment, Internet).

The fee for a corporate showcase is $5,000.

BECOME AN INDUSTRY RELATIONS COUNCIL MEMBERJoin the APHON Industry Relations Council, featuring tiered participation levels—allowing companies of all sizes to participate—and providing many benefits that greatly enhance your organization’s opportunity to engage with APHON leaders. This is a prime opportunity to reach more than 3,500 members throughout the year. Visit www.aphon.org for details.

Industry Relations Council annual fees are $15,000 for premier level and $3,500 for associate level. E-mail Terri Berkowitz at [email protected] for a list of benefits associated with each level.

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2017 APHON Conference Program Guide AdvertisingAdvertising in the conference program guide offers you concentrated exposure to more than 900 professionals dedicated to promoting optimal nursing care for children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer and blood disorders and their families.

The conference program guide is distributed to all attendees at registration and includes the conference schedule and a complete list of the educational sessions and descriptions, poster presentations, and exhibitors. APHON attendees refer to this guide often onsite at the conference and throughout the year, giving your ad repeated exposure.

Closing Deadline for SpaceJune 1, 2017(No refunds will be made after the space-closing date.)

Closing Date for Ad MaterialsJune 30, 2017 Exhibitor Nonexhibitor Size Dimensions Rate* Rate*Full page (w/ bleed) 8.5” x 11” (1/8” bleed) $975 $1,110Full page (w/o bleed) 7.5” x 10” $975 $1,1101/2 page (horizontal) 7.5” x 5” $700 $8151/2 page (vertical) 3.5” x 10” $700 $815

All rates are for black-and-white ads; add $600 for four-color process. Inserts are available on request. *Rates are agency commissionable for accounts paid within 30 days.

Cover Rates (include four-color)Back cover $1,925

Inside front cover $1,825

Inside back cover $1,735

Cover SpecificationsLive area 7.5” x 10”

Trim size 8.5” x 11”

Bleed size 8.75” x 11.25”

Ad MaterialsAds are accepted in EPS or PDF formats, with all images and fonts embedded; TIFF and JPG formats should be 300 dpi with no compression applied.

To Submit Ad MaterialsE-mail artwork files to Terri Berkowitz at [email protected].

n I will submit a conference program guide ad and agree to be billed according to my specifications below.

Ad Size _____________________________

Color ______________________________

Total Cost __________________________

Enhance your visibility and drive attendees to your booth at the APHON 41st Annual Conference and Exhibit.Statistics show that attendees come to an exposition with a set agenda of exhibits to visit. Make this your most successful conference by inviting APHON attendees to your booth at the annual conference through promotional materials in the conference Program Guide, the Room Drop Program, the Exhibit Hall Passport Program, or all three!

Room Drop ProgramReach your audience with a special delivery right to APHON conference attendees’ hotel rooms! A room drop is a great way to connect with attendees, brand your product, and drive foot traffic to your exhibit.

Please submit a quantity of 550 pieces to APHON headquarters (address below) no later than July 21, 2017. Payment must be received prior to the meeting to ensure literature will be included in room drop.

I will participate in the Room Drop Program at a total fee of $3,500.

Exhibit Hall Passport ProgramParticipate in this program in the Exhibit Hall that directs attendees to your specific booth! Attendees will be given a list of exhibitors and asked to get their passport stamped to be eligible for special prize drawings in the exhibit hall. Reach your au-dience with this special and fun program—a great way to connect with attendees and drive foot traffic to your exhibit.

I will participate in the Passport Program at a total fee of $650.

(Please print or type)

Name of Organization _____________________________________________________________________________________

Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________

City/State/ZIP ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Submitted By ____________________________________________________ Title ___________________________________________________________________

Date ______________________Phone ________________________________ Fax ______________________________ E-mail _______________________________

Payment Information

CC # ____________________________________________________________ Exp ______________________________ $ ___________________________________

Check # _________________________________________________________ $ ________________________________ Date _________________________________

Return to:APHON, Terri Berkowitz, 8735 W. Higgins Road, Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60631-2738 [email protected]

APHON Advertising Opportunities

Join this Impressive List of Previous ExhibitorsAccredo

Alexion Pharmaceuticals

Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation

All Children’s Hospital

American Brain Tumor Association

ApoPharma

Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

Baxalta

Bayer HealthCare

BD PhaSeal

Biogen

BioRX

Bioscrip Infusion Services

BloodCenter of Wisconsin

BTG International Inc.

Calmoseptine, Inc.

CareAline Products, LLC

CaringBridge

Carolinas Healthcare System

Centurion Medical Products

Childhood Gynecological Cancer Association

Childhood Leukemia Foundation

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

Children’s Hospital of Orange County

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

Children’s Medical Center of Dallas

Children’s Oncology Camping Association, International

Children’s Wish Foundation International, Inc.

Cincinnati Children’s Cancer & Blood Diseases Institution

City of Hope

Cook Children’s Healthcare System

Cryogenic Laboratories, Inc.

CSL Behring

CureSearch for Children’s Cancer

Delete Blood Cancer DKMS

Dream Street Foundation

Eloquest Healthcare

Emergent Biosolutions

Galen US Inc

Gensavis Pharmaceuticals

Gideons International, The

Give Kids The World

GlaxoSmithKline

Grifols USA

HopeLab

Horizon Pharma

I’m Too Young For This! Cancer Foundation

ICU Medical, Inc.

IntraPump Infusion Systems

Jazz Pharmaceuticals

Jessie Rees Foundation

Kevin’s Covers, Div. of Hampton

House Medical Inc

Lainie’s Angels

Legacy Products, Inc.

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Levine Childrens Hospital Carolinas Healthcare System

LiveStrong

Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital

Medex BioCare

Medline Industries, Inc.

Melnic Consulting Group

Miller Pharmacal Group, Inc.

Mosby/Saunders

MSD

MyLifeLine.org

National Children’s Cancer Society

National Marrow Donor Program, Be the Match

Nemours

Novartis Oncology

Octapharma

Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation

Option Care

Orlando Regional Healthcare

Pablove Foundation

Pall Medical

Patient Advocate Foundation

Pearls 4 Kids

Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation

Pediatric Home Service

Periwinkle Foundation

Pfizer Specialty Care

Phoenix Children’s Hospital

Rare Disease Therapeutics

Sanofi Oncology

Shire

Sidra Medical & Research Center

Sigma-Tau Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Soothing Scents

Specialized Health Products International, Inc. (SHPI)

St. Baldrick’s Foundation

St. Joseph’s College Online

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Starbright Foundation

Stupid Cancer

Team Impact

Texas Children’s Hospital

TransLite (Veinlite)

United Therapeutics

University of Minnesota Amplatz Children’s Hospital

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital

Vidara Therapeutics Inc

Walgreen’s Infusion Services

APHON 41st Annual Conference & ExhibitExhibit Dates: August 17–18, 2017 | Conference Dates: August 17–19, 2017Exhibit at the APHON Annual Conference and Exhibit to reach more than 900 pediatric hematology/oncology nurses. Educate attendees on products and services to enhance patient care, meet one on one, or present to large audiences of pediatric hematology/oncology nurses.

Terri BerkowitzManager, Professional Relations8735 W. Higgins Road, Suite 300Chicago, IL 60631-2738847.375.4763 • Fax [email protected] • www.aphon.org

CONTACT

Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses8735 W. Higgins Avenue, Suite 300Chicago, IL 60631www.aphon.org

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE

PAIDDES PLAINES, ILPERMIT NO. 188

We understand that space will be rented at the following rates:10' x 10' (100 sq. ft.) $1,700 before January 3, 2017 $1,850 thereafter

10' x 20' (200 sq. ft.) $3,400 before January 3, 2017 $3,700 thereafter

20’ x 20’ Island $7,400 before January 3, 2017 $8,000 thereafter

Not-for-Profit Booth Package $1,600 before January 3, 2017 10’ x 10’ (100 sq. ft.) $1,750 thereafter

Corner Fee $150

Note: Hall is carpeted; ceiling height is approximately 25 ft.

We understand that all space must be paid for in full by June 1, 2017. If assigned space is not paid for in full by the specified date, it may be assigned to another exhibitor at the option of APHON.

We agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions printed on the reverse side of this form, which are made part of this contract. This is not a bind-ing contract until signed by the APHON sales representative on behalf of APHON.

After referring to the floor plan on page 4, indicate preferred booth loca-tion. We will make every effort to accommodate requests but can make no guarantee.

1st choice _________________ 3rd choice _________________

2nd choice _______________ 4th choice _________________

List the products that will be exhibited. _______________________

____________________________________________________

____________________________________________________

List companies you prefer not to be near. ___________________

___________________________________________________

Official Program InformationPlease electronically submit a description of your products or services to be exhibited, in 50 words or fewer, exactly as you want the information to appear in the conference program guide. Submit to [email protected] by June 23, 2017. (Descriptions may be edited slightly to maintain consistency.)

Industry Relations CouncilYour organization’s participation will make a difference in the field of pedi-atric hematology/oncology nursing.

We would like to receive more information on APHON’s Industry Rela-tions Council.

Company InformationPlease print or type.Company name ________________________________________

(exactly as you wish it to appear in the conference program book and on exhibit sign)

Street address _________________________________________

City, State, ZIP__ _______________________________________

Phone (_____) ________________ Fax* (_____) _______________

Website _____________________________________________* I understand that by providing the fax number(s) listed above, on behalf of the company specified above,

I am authorized to receive, and hereby consent for the company to receive, communications sent by or on behalf of APHON.

The signer of the application for exhibit space—or person designated below, if different—shall be the official representative of the exhibitor and shall have the authority to certify representatives and act on behalf of the exhibi-tor in all negotiations. This contract and related future mailings will be addressed to the signer (or designee indicated below if different).

Signature ____________________________________________

Name_______________________________________________ (first) (last)

Title ________________________________________________

E-mail _________________________________________________

Billing InformationName_______________________________________________ (first) (last)

Title ________________________________________________

Firm name ___________________________________________

Street address _________________________________________(if different from above)

City, State, ZIP __ _______________________________________

Phone (_____) _______________ Fax (_____) __________________E-mail ______________________________________________

Please complete all three steps:1. Fax to 888.374.7259.2. Make a copy of this form for your records.3. Return the original, with a 50% deposit or full payment, to APHON Exhibit Office PO Box 3781 Oak Brook, IL 60522Make checks payable to Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology NursesFor credit card payments, contact APHON at 847.375.4763.

Application for Exhibit Space • Exhibit Dates: August 17–18, 2017

41st Annual APHON Conference and ExhibitAugust 17–19, 2017Palm Springs Convention Center • Palm Springs, CA

FOR APHON USE ONLYBooth number(s) assigned _______________ Total cost $ ______________

Amount paid $ ______________

Accepted: APHON, by _____________________________

Payment Informationcc # ____________________________exp ____________ $ _________________

check # ___________ $____________date ______________________________

check # ___________ $____________date ______________________________

1. APPLICATION AND ELIGIBILITY. Application for booth space must be made on the printed form provided by APHON (hereinafter “the Association”), contain the information as requested, and be executed by an individual who has authority to act for the applicant. This exhibition is designed for the display and demonstration of products and services relating to the practice and advancement of the art and science of pediatric hematology/oncology and the professional education of those individuals attending the Association’s 2017 Annual Conference. The Association shall determine the eligibility of any company, product, or service. The Association may reject the application of any company whose display of goods or services is not compatible, in the sole opinion of the Association, with the educational char-acter and objectives of the exhibition. In the event an application is not accepted, any paid space rental fees or deposits will be returned. Upon receipt and acceptance of application by Association, this application shall constitute a contract. Acceptance constitutes one or more of the following: applicant’s receipt of Association confirmation letter or e-mail message, shared conference information to exhibitor, receipt of decorator kit or information.

2. EXHIBIT BOOTH PRICE. Prices per 10’ x 10’—$1,700 before January 3, 2017, or $1,850 thereafter; 10’ x 20’—$3,400 before January 3, 2017, or $3,700 thereafter; 20’ x 20’ - $7,400 before January 3, 2017, or $8,000 thereafter. The price for 10’x10’ not-for-profit booth $1,600 before January 3, 2017, or $1,750 thereafter. This includes discounted rates on advertising in the exhibit program book, a uniformly styled draped booth, an identification sign, a listing in the conference program, and exhibitor badges for four (4) preregistered company representatives per paid 10’ x 10’ booth, which admit them to the exposition area at no charge. Badges for spouses are charged against this four-badges-per-booth allotment.

3. PAYMENT DATES. No booths will be guaranteed until the Association receives full payment of the total booth fee, along with a signed application and such application is accepted by Association. If full payment is not received by June 1, 2017, the Association will have the right to resell the assigned booth space and the cancellation terms outlined below shall apply. The exhibitor expressly understands and agrees that all amounts paid hereunder will be applied first to any outstanding obligations due the Association by the exhibitor, and then to the amounts due in accordance with this paragraph hereof, that any resulting arrearages must be paid within the time limits specified herein, and that the Association will have the right to cancel this contract if the exhibitor is or becomes in arrears with respect to any outstanding obligation due the Association.

4. CANCELLATION OF BOOTH SPACE. If the exhibitor notifies APHON in writing of the exhibitor’s intent to cancel the contract after acceptance but prior to June 1, 2017, a full refund of monies, minus a $500 administrative fee, will be made. If APHON receives a written request for cancellation of space between June 2, 2017, and June 30, 2017, the exhibitor will be liable for fifty percent (50%) of the full price of said exhibitor’s booth space. No refunds will be made after June 30, 2017. In the event of cancellation by an exhibitor at no time can the cancellation fee be considered a donation or be recognized as support of APHON.

If for any cause beyond the control of the Association—such as, but not limited to, the destruction of the exhibit facilities by an act of God, the public enemy, authority of the law, fire, or other force majeure—the Association is unable to com-ply with the terms of this contract and deliver the space allotted hereunder, this contract shall be considered terminated and any payments made hereunder by the exhibitor shall be refunded to the exhibitor, less expenses incurred by the Association to the date of the termination allocable to the exhibitor after proration thereof among all exhibitors.

5. ASSIGNMENT OF BOOTH SPACE. Space will be assigned beginning January 3, 2017, according to the date on which the contract and deposit are received, the points earned, the availability of the requested area, amount of space requested, special needs, and compat-ibility of the exhibitor’s products with the Association’s aims and purposes.

Points earned depend on three factors:

A. The number of years the exhibitor has been a APHON Industry Relations Council member.B. The number of APHON shows in which the exhibitor has participated.C. The amount of space the exhibitor has used in previous shows.

The Association reserves the right to assign space other than the choice requested, if necessary, and the right to rear-range the floor plan and/or relocate any exhibit.

6. BOOTH, FURNISHINGS, EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICE. A uniformly styled exhibit booth will be furnished that consists of carpet-ing, one skirted table, two chairs, and draped material on aluminum framework with a back wall that is 8 ft. high (unless noted on floor plan), side rails that are 36 in. high, and an identification sign that is 7 in. x 44 in. Exhibit displays must not project so as to obstruct the view of the adjacent booths. In the rear 4 ft. of all booths, display material or equipment can be placed to a height not exceeding 8 ft. (unless noted on floor plan). In the remainder of the booth, all display material or equipment shall not exceed 42 in. in height without writ-ten approval from the Association.

7. CONDUCT OF EXHIBITS. The advertisement or display of goods or services other than those manufactured, distributed, or sold by the exhibitor in the regular course of business and identified in this contract is prohibited. An exhibitor may not assign, sublet, or appor-tion all or any part of the contracted booth space, nor may an exhibitor permit the display, promotion, sales, or marketing of nonexhibitor products or services. Interviews, demonstrations, and distribution of literature or samples must be made within the booth area assigned to the exhibitor. All sales activities must be compliant with the FDA and OIG. Canvassing or distributing of advertising outside the exhibitor’s own booth will not be permitted. There is no restriction on selling on the exhibit floor provided that sales transactions may be conducted only within the exhibitor’s own booth. Exhibitors are responsible for compliance with local, state and federal tax regulations for sales which occur on the exhibit floor. Exhibitors may not serve or dispense food or beverages of any type from their booths or in the exhibit area without consent of the Association. Helium balloons are not allowed in the exhibit facility. No part of the display, including products, is permitted outside the exhibit space. Products and furnishings should be arranged with the safety of the exhibitors and attendees in mind.

The Association reserves the right to restrict the operation of, or evict completely, any exhibit which, in the sole opinion of the Association, detracts from the general character of the exhibition as a whole. This applies to displays, literature, advertising novelties, souvenirs, conduct of persons, etc. No exhibits will be permitted which interfere with the use of, or impede access to, other exhibits or impede free use of the aisle. Photography is restricted to the confinement of your exhibit space.

8. INSTALLATION/DISMANTLING. Installation. All exhibits must be set up by 4 pm, Thursday, August 17, 2017, without exception. Assembly of exhibits during regularly scheduled exhibit hours will not be permitted. At 4 pm, an inspection will be made, and exhibits that obviously are not being worked on and have no representative present will be assigned to the labor contractor for uncrating and erecting to facilitate the removal of crates and the initial cleaning prior to the opening. Charges will be billed to the exhibitor. Exhibit aisles must be clear by 4 pm.

Dismantling. The official closing time of the exhibits is 4 pm on Friday, August 18, 2017. All exhibit material must be packed and ready for removal from the exhibit area no later than 8 pm on Friday, August 18, 2017. No packing of equipment or literature or dismantling of the exhibits is permitted until closing time. Any company violating this regulation will be fined $200 and may be denied exhibit space at any future Association conferences.

9. ADDITIONAL EXHIBITOR SERVICES. All other services are available to exhibitors at normal charges through the official conven-tion contractor (hereinafter “Official Contractor”). An exhibitor’s service kit will be e-mailed to all exhibitors approximately 60 days in advance with complete details and deadline order dates for rental displays, additional decorating, furniture, carpeting, signs, cleaning, photography, floral, electrical, telephone, audiovisual service, drayage, and labor.

10. CONTRACTOR AND LABOR COORDINATION. The Official Contractor will have control of all inbound and outbound freight to prevent congestion in the loading and unloading area, in the aisles, and in any freight traffic area. The Official Contractor will have complete control of all labor hired and scheduling and coordination of labor for the purpose of the orderly setup, management, and dis-mantling of the exposition. It is highly recommended that the labor services of the Official Contractor are used for setup and dismantling. If an outside contractor is used, the following steps must be taken:

A. The Association and the Official Contractor must be notified, and proof of adequate liability insurance must be given, in an amount no less than the $1,000,000 combined single limit for personal and property damage, at least 30 days prior to exhibition setup. The booth number, name of the exhibitor, and identification of the outside contrac-tor must be included.B. Check-in by all labor will be required at the labor service desk prior to the start of setup. No setup will be permit-ted without the authorization of the Official Contractor.C. All outside contractor personnel shall confine their activities to the booth in which they are working and will not be permitted to solicit on the floor or elsewhere in the exhibit hall.

11. HOSPITALITY AND ENTERTAINMENT. Hospitality suites or events sponsored by the exhibitors must be approved by the Associa-tion in writing. No entertainment may be scheduled to conflict with the Association’s program hours, activity hours, or exhibit hours. The Association has blocked suites at the hotel that will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please complete the Ancillary Room Request Form available on the APHON website. Firms that are not exhibiting or are not Industry Relations Council members are not permitted to have hospitality functions.

12. EXHIBIT STAFF REGISTRATION. Prior to July 28, 2017, registration of four (4) representatives (inclusive of spouses) per paid 10’ x 10’ booth will be complimentary, provided that registrations are received by the Association before July 28, 2017. There will be a $25 charge for the registration of each additional booth representative who exceeds the 4-per-booth allotment.

After July 28, 2017, an onsite $25 service fee will be incurred for the following:

A. Registration of each representativeB. Each name changeC. Each lost badge or name substitution.

Each exhibitor who registered in advance will have a printed exhibitor badge available at the exhibitor registration area at the exhibit facility. This badge will entitle registered exhibitors admission to the exhibit area only. Exhibitors

must wear badges at all times—including during setup times, exhibit hours, and dismantling—in order to enter the exhibit area.

Exhibitor staff, temporary help, and setup personnel must wear exhibitor badges or other badges designated by the Association or the Official Contractor. Exhibitor badges do not give admission to other conference functions, nor are they transferable.

13. GENERAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION. Any exhibitor who desires to attend the program sessions or any optional activities must register through the APHON website.

14. SPECIAL VISUAL AND SOUND EFFECTS. Audiovisual and other sound and attention-getting devices and effects will be permit-ted only in those locations and in such intensity as in the sole opinion of the Association does not interfere with the activities of neighbor-ing exhibitors. Operation of equipment being demonstrated may not create noise levels objectionable to neighboring exhibitors.

15. UNACCEPTABLE EXHIBITS. The exhibitor agrees not to use any displays that the Association determines, in its absolute discre-tion, will unreasonably endanger the person or property of the attendees or of the exhibitors, are in bad taste, are liable to discredit or subject the Association to criticism or legal liability, are inconsistent with the stated purposes of the Association and the interest and welfare of its members, are inimical to the property rights of the Association, or violate the booth regulations or any other provision of this contract. In the event the Association determines at any time that any exhibit may or does violate this contract and the exhibitor is unable or unwilling to cure or correct such violation, the Association may terminate this contract immediately and forbid erection of the exhibit or may remove or cause the exhibit to be removed at the exhibitor’s expense, and the exhibitor hereby waives any claim for refund of the exhibit booth or other damages arising out of such termination and/or exhibit removal. Any exhibitor who is uncertain as to whether an exhibit is in compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements should contact the Association.

16. INSURING EXHIBITS. Exhibitors shall insure their exhibits, merchandise, and display materials against theft, fire, etc. at their own expense. It is suggested by the Association that the exhibitor contact the exhibitor’s insurance broker and obtain all risk insurance covering exhibit property while absent from home premises for exhibit purposes, or a rider to the exhibitor’s existing policy covering same.

Neither the exhibit facility, the Association, nor the Official Contractor will be responsible for loss or damage to any property in storage, in transit to or from the exhibit building, or while in the exhibit building for any loss of income as a result of any reduced sales due to such loss or damage. All property of the exhibitor will be deemed to remain under the exhibitor’s custody and control in storage, in transit to or from, or within the confines of the exhibit hall, even though it may at times be under the temporary control or direction of the Association or the Official Contractor.

17. MUSIC LICENSING. The exhibitor represents and warrants that it shall comply with all copyright restrictions applicable to exhibi-tors including, but not limited to, any music performance agreement between the Association and ASCAP or BMI. Exhibitor further represents and warrants that it shall obtain any additional license or grant of authority required of exhibitors under the copyright laws and present the Association with a copy of such license or grant no less than 30 days prior to the start of the exhibition.

18. FDA REGULATIONS. Exhibitors shall comply with all applicable U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, including, without limitation, FDA restrictions on the promotion of investigational and pre-approved drugs and devices and the FDA prohibition on promoting approved drugs and devices for unapproved uses. Any product not FDA-approved for a particular use or not commercially available in the U.S. may be exhibited only if accompanied by easily visible signs indicating the status of the product. Exhibitors shall have available at their exhibit space a letter from the FDA that describes the allowable use of any drug or device exhibited.

19. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. The exhibitor shall ensure that its booth and its promotional materials and activities com-ply with the Americans with Disabilities Act so as to allow persons with disabilities equal access to goods and services.

20. LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES OR LOSS OF PROPERTY. Guard service is provided by the Association on a 24-hour basis from move-in through move-out. Notwithstanding the guard service provided by the Association for purposes of general security in the exposi-tion premises, the exhibitor shall protect, indemnify, and hold harmless the Association, the exhibit facility, and the Official Contractor from any and all liability, loss, damage, or expense by reason of any injury or injuries sustained by any persons or property or loss of property or income that might be derived therefrom occurring in or about the exposition premises or entrances thereto or exits therefrom, including that caused by or resulting from the negligence of the Association. The Association and exhibit facility shall not be responsible or liable for any injury, loss, or damage to any property or person brought in by the exhibitor or otherwise located in the exposition premises. The terms of this provision shall survive the termination or expiration of this contract.

21. INDEMNIFICATION. The exhibitor agrees that it is responsible for the defense and payment of any and all claims, demands and suits on account of any alleged injuries, death or other loss by individuals, or damage to property or other loss, to any party occurring in the exhibit facility or elsewhere because of the acts or omissions of the exhibitor, its employees or agents, licensees, guests or contractors. The exhibitor agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Association, the exhibit facility, and their respective owners, managers, officers or directors, agents, employees, independent contractors, subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively “Indemnitees”), from any and all claims, actions, causes of action, demands or liabilities of whatsoever kind and nature including judgments, interest, attorneys’ fees, and all other costs, fees, expenses and charges which any Indemnitee, its officers, directors, employees, and agents, and each of them, may incur arising out of the negligence, gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct of the exhibitor, its officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors, or any other person or organization hired by the exhibitor. The term of this section shall survive the termination or expiration of this contract.

22. SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS. Information on shipping methods and rates will be sent to each exhibitor by the Official Contractor. The exhibitor will ship, at his own risk and expense, all articles to be exhibited. The Official Contractor will provide storage for incoming freight, delivery to the booth, and removal, storage, and return of empty crates, and removal and shipment of outbound freight. All charges are based on inbound weights. All shipments must be prepaid. The address on all crated shipments shall include the exhibitor’s name and booth number(s).

Exhibit material cannot be received at the exhibit facility prior to the exhibition setup dates. Such freight will be directed to and stored at the Association’s designated freight handling and storage firm at the exhibitor’s expense.

The exhibitor expressly agrees that any exhibit material remaining in the exhibit hall after the contracted move-out time has terminated or any damaged exhibits left behind may be removed and disposed of at the expense of the exhibitor and without liability to the Association or the Official Contractor.

23. FAILURE TO OCCUPY SPACE. Any space not occupied at the exhibit facility by 4 pm, Thursday, August 17, 2017, shall be forfeited by the exhibitor, and space may be resold, reassigned, or used by the Association without refund, unless a request for delayed occupancy has received prior approval by the Association in writing.

24. FIRE REGULATIONS. No exhibitor shall use any flammable decorations or coverings, and all fabrics or other materials used shall be flameproof.

25. ADVERTISING MATERIAL. The use or distribution of any souvenirs during the convention shall be subject to prior written approval by the Association. Such material shall be submitted to the Association for approval 60 days prior to the convention. Except as otherwise provided, the Association will not endorse, support, or be liable for the claims made by the exhibitors as to the qualities or merits of their products or services, and no advertising or mention will indicate, claim, or suggest such endorsement or support. All handouts must be distributed within the exhibit booths.

26. CONVENTION PROGRAM. One (1) copy of the program book will be available to each exhibiting company at the exhibitors’ registration area.

27. EXHIBIT SPACE FLOOR PLAN. Every effort will be made to maintain the general configuration of the floor plan for this convention. However, the Association reserves the right to modify the plan, if necessary, as determined solely by the Association. The Association shall reserve the right to change booth assignments at the Association’s discretion.

28. PHOTOGRAPHY. The Association occasionally has photographs of exhibitors and their booth personnel taken during the exhibition and uses such photographs in its promotional materials. By virtue of the exhibitor’s participation in the exhibition, the exhibitor, on behalf of its booth personnel, automatically agrees to usage of its booth personnel’s likeness in such materials with no remuneration to exhibitor or to its booth personnel.

29. MISCELLANEOUS. The Association shall have the sole authority to interpret and enforce all terms and conditions governing exhibi-tors and this exhibition. Any and all matters not specifically covered herein are subject to decision by the Association and such decision shall be final. These terms and conditions may be amended at any time by the Association upon written notice to all exhibitors. The exhibi-tor expressly agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth herein and by any amendments thereto adopted by from time to time. This contract shall be interpreted under the laws of the United States and of the State of Illinois and any disputes shall be heard only in courts located in Cook County, Illinois.

30. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASSOCIATION, EXHIBIT FACILITY, AND THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS, MAN-AGERS, OFFICERS OR DIRECTORS, AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS, SUBSIDIARIES AND AFFILIATES (COLLEC-TIVELY “EXHIBITION PARTIES”) BE LIABLE TO THE EXHIBITOR OR ANY THIRD PARTY HIRED BY OR OTHEHRWISE ENGAGED BY THE EXHIBITOR FOR ANY LOST PROFITS OR ANY OTHER INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING ATTORNEYS’ FEES AND COSTS, ARISING OUT OF THIS APPLICATION AND CONTRACT OR CONNECTED IN ANY WAY WITH USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICES OUTLINED IN THIS APPLICATION OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY THE EXHIBI-TOR, EVEN IF ANY OF THE EXHIBITION PARTIES HAVE BEEN ADVISED, ARE ON NOTICE, AND/OR SHOULD HAVE BEEN AWARE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. EXHIBITOR AGREES THAT EXHIBITION PARTIES’ SOLE AND MAXIMUM LIABILITY TO THE EXHIBITOR REGARDLES OF THE CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL BE THE REFUND OF THE EXHIBIT BOOTH FEE. THE EXHIBITOR AGREES TO INDEMNIFY AND DEFEND THE EXHIBITION PARTIES FROM ANY CLAIMS BROUGHT BY A THIRD PARTY HIRED BY OR ENGAGED BY THE EXHIBITOR FOR ANY AMOUNT BEYOND THE EXHIBIT BOOTH FEE. FURTHER, EXHIBITOR AGREES TO PAY ALL ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS INCURRED BY EXHIBITION PARTIES ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THIS CONTRACT. EXHIBITOR SHALL BE SOLEY RESPONSIBLE FOR ITS ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS.

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