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Exhibitor ProspectusAmerican Society of Gene Therapy

� American Society of Gene Therapy Exhibitor Prospectus

PAST ExhibiTorS & SuPPorTErS – ASGT 11Th AnnuAl MEETinG

Past ExhibitorsAldevron, llCAmerican Society of Gene TherapyArtison CorporationAssociation of Academic biologics ManufacturersbioSpherix, ltd.bTx/harvard ApparatusCCMT/Children’s hospital of PhiladelphiaCellGenix, GmbhCellumen, inc.Cincinnati Children’s hospital Medical CenterCorning incorporatedElchrom Scientific AGEuFETS AGFDA/Center for biologics and researchGenzyme Pharmaceuticalsinovio biomedicallentigen CorporationMarriott Vacation Club internationalMary Ann liebert, inc.Meridian life Science,inc.Millipore CorporationMouse Specifics, inc.national Gene Vector biorepositorynational heart, lung, and blood institutenature Publishing Groupnature Technology Corporationnexcelom biosciencenih - office of biotechnology Activitiesnih - rAiDonmia biologics, inc.oz biosciencesPenn Vector CorePhilips researchPhylogeny, inc.PlasmidFactory Gmbh & Co.Polyplus TransfectionPuresyn, incSAFC PharmaSan Diego Convention Center CorporationSeqWright, inc.SoniDEl limitedSpectrum laboratoriesVandalia research inc.Vector Gene Technology Co. ltdWaisman Clinical biomanufacturing FacilityWiley-blackwell

Past SupportersAlS Associationbentham SciencebioTechniquesCell GenesysCeregeneEngeneFamilies of SMAFancoini AnemiaFight SMAFlorida biologixGenVecGenzymeintrogen Therapeutics, inc.lentigen CorporationMarch of DimesMDAMirus national heart, lung, and blood instituteSangamoSpinal Muscular Atrophy FoundationSpringerThe Children’s hospital of PhiladelphiauMASS Medical School – international Stem Cell registryVirxSYS

�ASGT 12th Annual Meeting May �7 – �0, �009 San Diego, California, uSA

bEnEFiTS oF PArTiCiPATion in ThE ASGT 12Th AnnuAl MEETinG

PurposeJoin the American Society of Gene Therapy as we celebrate our 12th Annual Meeting! The purpose of this meeting is to provide an international forum where the latest gene therapy developments are presented and critically discussed.

Target AudienceThe target audience for the ASGT Annual Meeting is basic and clinical investigators from academic, regulatory and biotechnology sectors.

Benefits of Participation • Secure a presence at a meeting of over 2,000 clinicians,

academicians, commercial scientists, postdoctoral fellows and graduate students

• Promote your products or services to a broad and diverse audience of decision makers

• Provide an important product or service to attendees

• Support ASGT and its growing membership through involvement in the Society’s Annual Meeting

OfficersPrEsidEntdavid M. Bodine, Phdnational human Genome research institute

PrESiDEnT-ElECTKenneth G. Cornetta, Mdindiana university

ViCE PrESiDEnTBarrie J. Carter, PhdTargeted Genetics Corporation

SECrETArYJohn F. Engelhardt, Phduniversity of iowa College of Medicine

TrEASurErBeverly L. davidson, Phduniversity of iowa College of Medicine

ASGT Executive Office555 East Wells Street, Suite 1100 Milwaukee, Wi 53202Phone: 414.278.1341 Fax: [email protected] • asgt.org

Ken Janowski – Program ManagerMary d. dean – Director of Administrationdavid Wood – Senior Meetings & Membership Managertara d. Withington – Consulting Partner

Board of DirectorsChristopher Baum, Md – hanover Medical SchoolXandra O. Breakefield, Phd – Massachusetts General hospitalMichele P. Calos, Phd – Stanford university School of MedicineCynthia E. dunbar, Md – national heart, lung, and blood instituteHarry L. Malech, Md – national institute of Allergy and infectious DiseasesKatherine M. Ponder, Md – Washington university School of MedicineAdrian J. thrasher, Md, Phd – institute of Child healthsamuel C. Wadsworth, Phd – Genzyme CorporationMathew d. Weitzman, Phd – The Salk institute

Ex-officio Board Membersdonald B. Kohn, Md – Children’s hospital los AngelesChair, Advisory Council

david A. Williams, Md – Children’s hospital bostonEditor-in-Chief, Molecular Therapy

TAblE oF ConTEnTS

Past Exhibitors & Supporters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

benefits of Participation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Society officers and board of Directors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Preliminary Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

San Diego Visitor information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

General Meeting information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

important Exhibitor information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Exhibit hall Floor Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

important Deadlines to remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11


2009 PrEliMinArY SChEDulE This schedule is subject to change

Wednesday, May 27, 20098:30 am - 11:30 am Scientific Symposium i11:30 am – 1:00 pm lunch break1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Education Session i3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Education Session ii5:00 pm - 7:00 pm oral Abstract Session i5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Exhibit hall open7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Welcome reception (Exhibit hall)Thursday, May 28, 20098:00 am - 9:15 am George Stamatoyannopoulos lecture9:30 am - 11:30 am Scientific Symposium ii11:30 am - 1:00 pm lunch break11:45 am - 12:45 pm Meet-the-investigator lunch Sessions12:00 pm – 8:30 pm Poster Viewing – Session i1:00 pm – 3:00 pm oral Abstract Session ii3:30 pm – 5:30 pm oral Abstract Session iii5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Exhibit hall open & networking reception7:00 pm - 10:00 pm industry Supported Symposium (tentative)Friday, May 29, 20098:00 am - 10:00 am Scientific Symposium iii10:15 am - 12:15 pm outstanding new investigator Symposium12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Exhibit hall open12:00 pm - 1:30 pm lunch in the Exhibit hall12:00 pm – 8:15 pm Poster Viewing – Session ii1:30 pm - 3:30 pm oral Abstract Session iV3:45 pm - 5:15 pm Special Plenary Session (Top Abstracts Presented)5:15 pm - 8:15 pm Exhibit hall open & networking reception7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Foundation Symposium (tentative)Saturday, May 30, 20097:30 am - 8:00 am ASGT business Meeting (Continental breakfast at 7:15 am)8:00 am - 10:00 am Scientific Symposium iV10:30 am - 12:30 pm oral Abstract Session V12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Poster Viewing - Session iii12:30 pm - 2:30 pm lunch break12:45 pm - 2:00 pm Meet-the-investigator lunch Sessions2:45 pm - 5:00 pm Presidential Symposium 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm leadership reception7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Closing night PartySunday, May 31, 20098:00 am - 4:00 pm Discover San Diego (optional Activities)

�ASGT 12th Annual Meeting May �7 – �0, �009 San Diego, California, uSA

SAn DiEGo ViSiTor inForMATion

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The most difficult decision to make regarding time in San Diego is determining what to do and see among the region’s vast and diverse offerings. San Diego County promises a truly remarkable experience for everyone. For more information on all San Diego has to offer visit: sandiego.org!

GEnErAl MEETinG inForMATion

American Society of Gene TherapyThe American Society of Gene Therapy (ASGT) is a professional non-profit medical and scientific organization dedicated to the understanding, development and application of gene and related cell and nucleic acid therapies and the promotion of professional and public education in the field. ASGT is the largest medical professional organization representing researchers and scientists dedicated to discovering new gene therapies. ASGT was established in 1996, and has grown to nearly 2,500 members from around the world. The Society’s goals are to:

• Promote research, Development and Application

• Exchange information and Promote Education Among Professionals and the Public

• Promote Development of Clinical Translations

The ASGT 12th Annual Meeting will serve as a comprehensive forum to achieve these goals.

recent meeting demographics:Academic: 76.2%industry: 19.6%Government: 4.2%

Meeting Dates & VenueThe ASGT 12th Annual Meeting will be held at the San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, California, uSA. The San Diego Convention Center is located on sparkling San Diego bay in the heart of a vibrant downtown. The meeting will begin on Wednesday, May 27, 2009, and continue through Saturday, May 30, 2009.

Housing InformationA variety of housing options will be provided to all confirmed exhibitors in December 2008.


iMPorTAnT ExhibiTor inForMATion

EXHIBIT DATESExhibits will be open Wednesday, May 27 through Friday, May 29, 2009.

EXHIBIT HALL HOURS & ACTIVITIES(Exhibits will be located in halls Ab-1)

WEDnESDAY, MAY 27Th

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Exhibit hall open7:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Exhibit hall Welcome reception

ThurSDAY, MAY 28Th

5:30 pm – 8:30 pm: Exhibit hall open & networking reception

FriDAY, MAY 29Th

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Exhibits open12:00 pm – 1:30 pm: networking lunch in Exhibit hall5:15 pm – 8:15 pm: Exhibit hall open & networking reception

An assortment of hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be offered during all social and reception events, as participants peruse exhibits and poster presentations.

Important Notes: - Exhibit hours are subject to change. Exhibitors will be notified as soon as possible if a change in hours is necessary.- Exhibit booths MuST be staffed during all open hall hours and activities.- Packing of equipment, literature or dismantling of exhibits is strictly prohibited before 8:15 pm on Friday, May 29th.

7ASGT 12th Annual Meeting May �7 – �0, �009 San Diego, California, uSA

iMPorTAnT ExhibiTor inForMATion, ConTinuED...

Admission to Sessions and Functions• Exhibiting Companies who rent: · 10 x 10 booth = 2 complimentary Exhibitor Attendee registrations · 10 x 20 booth = 3 complimentary Exhibitor Attendee registrations · 20 x 20 booth = 4 complimentary Exhibitor Attendee registrations• Exhibitor Attendee badges give individuals access to the Exhibit hall, Education Sessions, Scientific Symposia and Plenary

Sessions. • Each Exhibiting company is allowed 4 additional Exhibit hall only badges for booth staff. Exhibiting companies who need

additional badges will be charged $100.00 per additional staff member for access to the Exhibit hall only.• badges will be available on-site at the Exhibitor registration Desk.

booTh rEnTAl FEESFor Profit

organizationnon-profit organization, Educational

institution, research Facility

10 x 10 in-line booths: $2,000 $1,700

10 x 10 Corner booths: $2,150 $1,950

10 x 20 Corner booths: $3,700 $3,000

20 x 20 island booths: $5,000 $4,000

booTh rEnTAl inCluDES:• A 30% discount on advertising rates for the Molecular Therapy Abstract Supplement• opportunity to purchase attendee mailing labels at a reduced cost (prior to July 15, 2009)• opportunity to purchase electronic lead retrieval service• Posting of company name on ASGT Website and in ASGT Preliminary and Final Programs, as well as acknowledgement in

the post-meeting newsletter• Flame-proof, eight-foot high back wall drape, three-foot sidewall drape• booth identification sign listing company name and booth number• Twenty-four hour general security during installation and dismantlement hours• After-hours security for the duration of the exhibition

RESTRICTION OF EXHIBITSShow management reserves the right to: (a) reject for any reason, without explanation, any exhibit application submitted for the ASGT Annual Meeting; (b) reject, prohibit, restrict, or otherwise require modification of any exhibit for any reason; and (c) evict or bar any exhibitor whose exhibit, materials, or conduct is objectionable to show management for any reason. Violation of any regulations on the part of the exhibitor, its employees or agents shall void the right to occupy space, and such exhibitor will forfeit to ASGT all monies which may have been paid. upon evidence of violation, management may re-enter and take possession of the space occupied by the exhibitor, and may remove all persons and goods at the exhibitor’s risk. The exhibitor shall pay all expenses and damages which management may incur thereby.

APPLICATIONS TO EXHIBITVisit the ASGT website at asgt.org to view the floorplan and submit your application electronically.

For more information please contact:

david Wood, Senior Meetings & Membership ManagerAmerican Society of Gene Therapy555 E. Wells Street, Suite 1100 • Milwaukee, Wi 53202 uSATelephone: 414-278-1341 • Fax: 414-276-3349E-mail: [email protected] • Website: asgt.org


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ExhibiT SPACE APPliCATion ForM

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION This information will be used for a listing in the final program book.

*Company name: ________________________________________________________________________________

Contact Person: ________________________________________________________________________________

*Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________

*City: ___________________________________ *State/Province: ________________________________________

*Zip/Postal Code: _______________________________ *Country: ________________________________________

*Telephone: ________________________________________ Fax: ________________________________________

*Website: ________________________________________ Email: ________________________________________

CONTACT FOR EXHIBIT-RELATED INFORMATION*Contact Person: ___________________________________*Title: ________________________________________

*Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________

*City: ____________________________________ *State/Province: ________________________________________

*Zip/Postal Code: ________________________________ *Country: ________________________________________

*Telephone: ________________________________________ Fax: ________________________________________

*Email: _______________________________________________________________________________________

*BOOTH SELECTIONPlease check one:

booTh rEnTAl FEES For Profit organization non-profit organization, Educational institution, research Facility

10 x 10 in-line booths: __$2,000 __$1,700

10 x 10 Corner booths: __$2,150 __$1,950

10 x 20 Corner booths: __$3,700 __$3,000

20 x 20 island booths: __$5,000 __$4,000

Please list your top four booth location choices. (See Exhibit hall Floor Plan for booth numbers). This does not guarantee your preferred booth assignment; ASGT will make every effort to accommodate your specific request based on availability. Floor plan is subject to changes.

1. __________________________________________ 2. _______________________________________________

3. __________________________________________ 4. _______________________________________________

if possible, please do not locate us near the following companies:

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*PRINCIPAL PRODUCTS TO BE DISPLAYED__ Publications __ instruments __ Equipment __ Pharmaceuticals

__ other (please specify): __________________________________________________________________________

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*COMPANY/PRODUCT OR ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION Company/Product or organizational Descriptions will be used in the Annual Meeting Final Program. Please limit description to 50 words or less. Companies may submit edits to original descriptions until 5:00pm Central on March 9, 2009.

CANCELLATION POLICYif an exhibitor wishes to cancel or reduce exhibit space after assignment has been made, written notification must be sent to the ASGT Executive office. A full refund minus a processing charge of $300.00 will be granted if the cancellation is made prior to or on February 27, 2009. Any exhibitor who cancels space on or after February 28, 2009, will be responsible for the total booth cost. no refund will be provided.

AGREEMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONSYou are hereby authorized to reserve space for the company indicated to exhibit at the ASGT 12th Annual Meeting to be held May 27 - 30, 2009 at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA, uSA. We understand that the assigned space will be rented at the rate quoted in the ASGT 12th Annual Meeting prospectus and online. We understand further that all space must be paid for in full on or before February 27, 2009. if the assigned space is not paid for in full by the specified date, the space may be reassigned to another exhibitor at the discretion of Show Management. We agree to abide by all rules and regulations governing exhibitors set forth in the ASGT 12th Annual Meeting Preliminary Program, which is made part of this contract by reference and fully incorporated herein.

hold harmless Clause: The exhibitor assumes the entire responsibility and liability for losses, damages and claims arising out of injury or damage to the exhibitor’s displays, equipment and other property brought upon the premises of the exhibit facility and shall indemnify and hold harmless the American Society of Gene Therapy, the San Diego Convention Center, heritage Exposition Services the General Services Contractor and each of their employees and agents from any and all such losses, damages and claims. in addition, the exhibitor acknowledges that it is the sole responsibility of the exhibitor to obtain business interruption and property damage insurance covering such losses by the exhibitor.

*PAYMENTA minimum 60% deposit must accompany this application if it is submitted on or before December 31, 2008 with the balance due by February 27, 2009. Applications submitted after December 31, 2008, must include full payment.

__ Visa __ MasterCard __ American Express

Credit Card number: _____________________________________ Expiration Date: ___________________________

Cardholder’s name: ______________________________________________________________________________

Cardholder’s Signature: ___________________________________________________________________________

Print a copy of this exhibit space application for your records. This is your invoice and contract. No additional invoice will be issued.


iMPorTAnT DEADlinES To rEMEMbEr

December 2008housing and Meeting registration opens!

January 2009Exhibit applications due for inclusion in the Preliminary Program!

February 2, 2009Abstract Submission Deadline!

March 9, 2009Company listing and Exhibit Description due for inclusion in the Final Program!

April 2009housing Deadline!

May 27 – 30, 2009ASGT 12th Annual Meeting!

Watch for more details at asgt.org!

asgt.org

ASGT Executive office555 East Wells Street, Suite 1100Milwaukee, Wi 53202 uSAPhone: 414-278-1341Fax: [email protected]

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