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Each year, physicians, researchers and other industry professionals join forces at Digestive Disease Week® (DDW), the world’s largest event of its kind. With cutting-edge content and high-level networking, it draws 14,000 attendees from every subset in GI the field for a week of connection and growth.
As we head to our nation's capital May 23-25, 2021, you have the opportunity to meet face-to-face with key decision-makers from around the globe who are seeking the latest products and technology to improve the lives of those suffering from digestive and liver diseases. Don’t miss the opportunity to position your brand among the best at this premier event and gain a competitive edge in this market.
The following information is as of May 18, 2020. See website for the most up-to-date details.
CENTERED ON PROGRESS: CONNECTIONS, LEADS AND GROWTH COME TOGETHER AT DDW
GLOBAL ATTENDEE BREAKDOWN
CENTERED ON CONNECTIONS: DDW WELCOMES ATTENDEES FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
37%INTERNATIONAL37%INTERNATIONAL
63%NORTH AMERICA
59%UNITED STATES
U.K.CANADA
JAPANSOUTH KOREA
CHINA
AUSTRALIA
MEXICO
BRAZIL
ARGENTINA
4%
3%
1%
2%
3%
5%
3%
2%
2%
103
TOP 10 COUNTRIES IN 2019
NORTH AMERICA VS. INTERNATIONAL
REGIONNorth America
Asia-Pacific
Western Europe
South America
Central America/Caribbean
Eastern Europe
Middle East
Africa
8,777
2,157
1,226
828
547
237
104
47
63.04
15.49
8.81
5.95
3.93
1.70
0.75
0.34
# OF ATTENDEES %
Physicians
Researchers
Nurse Practitioners
Practice Managers
Physician Assistants
Students
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*The following data is from DDW 2019.
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10%37%
19%27%
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CENTERED ON INCLUSION: DDW DRAWS THE WIDEST SPECTRUM OF ATTENDEES
71%of Attendees Have Prescribing Capabilities
CENTERED ON SUPPORT: EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE BRINGS EXHIBITORS BACK YEAR AFTER YEAR
CENTERED ON DIVERSITY: DDW REFLECTS A VARIETY OF SECTORS
281Exhibitors
in Exhibit Hall
100,400+ sq. ft. 97 Media Representatives
From 66+ International Media Outlets in 15 Countries
Media Exposure
Endoscopes: Upper Scopes, Colonoscopes, Enteroscopes, EUS and ERCP Scopes
Capsule Endoscopy
Other Imaging Techniques: OCT, Confocal, Fibroscan, Fluoroscopy, etc.
Endoscopic Devices
Endoscope Disinfection: Reprocessing Equipment, Solutions, Accessories and Services
Diagnostic Equipment, Devices and Services
Anesthetics and
Conscious Sedation
Laboratory Testing
Pharmaceuticals: IBD Medication
Pharmaceuticals: Acid Suppression Medications
Pharmaceuticals: Diarrhea, Constipation and Functional Bowel Disorder Medications
Pharmaceuticals: Antiviral Medications for Hepatitis
Pharmaceuticals: Other Pharmaceuticals
Books and Journals
Practice Management
Nonprofit Organizations
Patient Education
Surgical Equipment
Electronic Health and Medical Records (EHR/EMR)
Nutritional and Weight Management
Probiotics and Medical Foods
Professional: Certification, Education, Recruitment and Medical Training Simulation
DDW’s show floor represents a variety of sectors in the industry. To help DDW attendees locate companies based on a specific want or need, exhibiting companies are grouped by the following categories:
DDW prides itself on providing exhibitors with exceptional customer service. Contact our experienced staff to inquire about the benefits of exhibiting, ask questions or book your space.
Exhibit and Sponsorship Sales Manager 301-941-2627 | [email protected]
SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCE
NEXT STEPS: WE’RE HERE TO HELP KAITLIN LAWRENCE
Industry Sales Manager 301-941-9794 | [email protected]
ALEXANDER VADALA
The following data is from DDW 2019.
CENTERED ON SUCCESS: BOOST YOUR ROI
DDW supports exhibitors to ensure success with resources and tools, including free webinars, articles and personal assistance to help you meet your goals. The online Exhibitor Portal offers 24-hour access to all-important information, including easy access to the service manual, deadlines and checklist to help your planning, as well as registration for your booth staff. One login gets you access to everything you need to prepare for this event.
TOOLS FOR SUCCESSUtilize the Exhibitor Portal throughout your booth planning process. Here you can reserve your booth and sponsorship opportunities, access your invoice and financial data, find all relevant vendor websites, complete required forms and find monthly newsletter archives.
EXHIBITOR MARKETING KITDDW’s marketing team develops a full complimentary tool kit that includes downloadable, customizable materials for your use to promote your presence at DDW. If you don’t have a marketing team, or could use a bit of help, these resources will kick start your campaign. Items include digital ads and signatures to promote your presence at DDW.
NEWSLETTER AND SOCIAL MEDIADDW’s Twitter feed and monthly newsletter will keep you up-to-date with opportunities, special offerings and upcoming deadlines.
#DDW2021
https://w-ww.you-tube.com/user/DDW-Meeting
https://w-ww.insta-gram.com/ddwmeet-ing/
https://twitter.com/D-DWMeeting
https://w-ww.face-book.com/DDWMeet-ing/
EXHIBITOR ELIGIBILITY
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR EXHIBITORS
DDW views the Exhibit Hall as an integral part of the educational and scientific program. Exhibitors must fit into an existing product category and are limited to organizations whose exhibits promote an awareness of products, technologies and services approved by DDW as being in harmony with, and supportive of, the objectives of the meeting. DDW has the sole right to determine the final eligibility/qualification of any firm, organization, agency or product to participate in the Exhibit Hall. Rulings shall, in all instances, be final with regard to allowed use of exhibit space.
STANDARD PRICING FOR RETURNING EXHIBITORS
INLINE - $34/sq. ft.10'x10' or 100 sq. ft. minimum
CORNER - $200 each
ISLAND - $39/sq. ft.20'x20' minimum
NONPROFIT - $9*/sq. ft.
NEW EXHIBITOR PACKAGE OPTIONS
To cater to our new exhibitors, DDW offers special packages to help promote their presence and drive traffic to their booth. Dedicated staff are also available to help new exhibitors throughout the entire process. Who qualifies? Any company that has never exhibited at DDW or has not exhibited in the last three years.
BOOTHFEES
NEW EXHIBITOR PACKAGE BENEFITS
OPTIONS
Recognition in DDW print pieces, Mobile App, Online Floor Plan as a new exhibitor
New exhibitor training
10% discount on all non-exclusive Freeman services
New exhibitor icon tent card
Complimentary attendee pre-meeting registration mailing list
On-site signage with new premium exhibitor listing
Complimentary Priority Points
Basic furniture*, carpeting, electric, nightly cleaning, waste basket *Basic furniture: 2 chairs, 1 draped table for 100 sq. ft. (4 chairs, 2 draped tables for 200 sq. ft.). If you book a Premier New Exhibitor island, you will receive a $1,000 discount on the following sponsorship opportunities instead of basic furniture and a waste basket: banners, door clings, carpet decals, park benches, column wraps, escalator packages in the convention center, as well as conference bag inserts, attendee outreach opportunities and mobile app opportunities, exclusive email blasts, Product Theaters, Exhibitor Showcases, business suites or additional attendee lists.
STANDARD DELUXE
5 10
PREMIER
*Please view the exhibitor policies to see what companies qualify for the nonprofit rate. Nonprofit booths are limited to a 10'x10' space.https://ddw.org/exhibitor-information/exhibitor-policies/
$50/ft2
Space options: 100 ft2, 200 ft2,islands over 300 ft2
NEW EXHIBITOR PACKAGE FEES
INLINE$34/sq. ft.
Corners cost $200 each.
ISLAND**$39/sq. ft.
INLINE*$40/sq. ft.
ISLAND$42/sq. ft.
ISLAND$50/sq. ft.
INLINE$50/sq. ft.
PAYMENT INFORMATIONNEW FOR 2021Due to the extreme volume of late payments in previous years, we have decided to change our payment policies effective for 2021. These policies are more in line with other industry meetings. We will also continue to monitor the ongoing pandemic and will communicate any changes as they happen. Please reach out to Kaitlin Lawrence or Alex Vadala with any questions or concerns.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BEFORE NOV. 2, 2020:• Full payment due Nov. 2, 2020. Ten (10) priority points will be awarded for full payment before this date.• Full payment not made before Nov. 2, 2020: ◆ Booth will be released into general inventory and DDW reserves the right to resell the space. ◆ Company will need to reapply for booth space at DDW.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ON OR AFTER NOV. 2, 2020:• Full payment is required before booth space is assigned.• Booth confirmation and copy of executed contract will be sent upon receipt of full payment.• Application will expire if full payment is not received within 30 business days of submission. Any applications
received after April 23, 2021 will need to pay by credit card or send a check, wire transfer or ACH within five (5) business days of submission. If payment is not received during that time your application will expire and you will not be assigned a booth.
CANCELLATIONS AND REDUCTIONSPlease make sure to review the payment and cancellation/reduction policy. Submission of your exhibitor application online is a legal, binding contract acknowledging all DDW policies, payment schedules, cancellation polices, and rules and regulations.
STANDARD DELUXE NEW EXHIBITOR
PREMIER NEW EXHIBITOR
*Deluxe and Premier inline packages come in the following sizes only: 10’x10’ and 10’x20’.**The minimum dimensions for all islands are 20’x20’.
mailto:[email protected] and [email protected] [email protected]
https://ddw.org/exhibitor-information/exhibitor-policies/#reduction
CENTERED ON PROMOTION: SPONSORSHIPS MULTIPLY YOUR PRESENCE
AREAS OF SPONSORSHIP
DIGITAL MEDIA• Website• Emails• Blog• Attendee Retargeting
DDW offers a wide variety of sponsorships, including on-site, print and digital advertising and attendee engagement programs. DDW is confident that there is something for everyone — but if you do not see something that works, our team is ready to help create custom opportunities for every budget.
ATTENDEE OUTREACH• ePosters• Conference Bag • Conference Bag Insert with Digital Component• Badge Lanyards• Attendee Activities and Experiences• Attendee Mail Lists• Sponsored Email Blasts
ON-SITE BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES • Banners• Mall Maps and Stacked Cubes• Escalator, Balcony and Window Clings• Charging Stations• Digital Signage• Information Booths
Perfect place for you to meet with staff and clients or transact business awayfrom your booth without having to leave the Exhibit Hall. Multiple sizes and options available.
• Product Theater• Satellite Symposia• In-Conjunction With (ICW) Meeting
MOBILE APP• Banner Ads• Splash Page• Push Notifications
HOST AN ON-SITE MEETING
BUSINESS SUITES
PRINT MEDIA• DDW 2021 (on-site printed magazine)
https://envision.freeman.com/show/ddw-2021-promotional/home