Virtual Event

November 6th and 7

th, 2020

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The American Autonomic Society (AAS) began in 1990 as a joint patient-scientist organization with a purpose to bring together physicians, scientists and patients to improve the understanding and treatment of disorders that affect the autonomic nervous system. The Society has grown to over 200 members from diverse disciplines (including neurology, cardiology, gastroenterology, pediatrics, endocrinology, urology) that share an interest in the structure and function of the autonomic nervous system and the pathology, treatment, and prevention of autonomic disorders.

Autonomic disorders affect an estimated 30-50 million people. The AAS focuses on the education of generalist physicians and other care providers through workshops, seminars, and publications on the various disorders of autonomic function. Clinical guidelines are also provided to define the standards of care.

The Society sponsors an annual symposium attracting up to 250 clinicians and researchers annually. This meeting provides a unique and powerful way to foster communication across disciplinary lines to increase scientific collaboration and advance therapies for autonomic disorders. The symposium normally consists of plenary presentations, thematic scientific sessions, case-based discussions, educational workshops and posters. The meeting is accredited by the ACCME.

An exhibit section has been established within the virtual platform to provide a way to maximize your access to attendees. Whether your goal is branding, generating leads or increasing your visibility, your virtual presence at the symposium will allow you to reach a large number of AAS members and interested meeting participants. We would like for your organization to be included and recognized as a part of this event. The following information will outline how your organization can partner with us and contribute to the success of this unique meeting.

The AAS is a non-profit organization with tax ID number 62-1568172. We appreciate your support of this important educational activity. Checks should be made payable to the “American Autonomic Society” and mailed to Amber Millen at the address listed at the end of this prospectus.

Thank you for your consideration and support.

Satish R. Raj, M.D., M.S.C.I. President, American Autonomic Society

Due to the uncertainty caused by the pandemic and social

distancing requirements, AAS has opted for a virtual format for the

2020 annual symposium using the Whova platform.

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Sponsorship

The sponsorship and exhibitor information has been updated as

of June 8, 2020 to reflect the change from a live four-day

meeting to a two-day virtual format.

The American Autonomic Society (AAS) prides itself on the

integral relationship with global sponsors and exhibitors. The AAS

offers opportunities for you to participate in the symposium to

help you reach prospective contacts and advance your mission.

Benefits for sponsors are defined on the following pages.

Benefits of sponsorship:

Networking: You will have the opportunity to interact with meeting attendees at scientific programs, virtual exhibits and dynamic networking events.

Education: AAS Members attend the Annual Meeting to learn and strengthen their education including knowledge about new products, businesses and opportunities.

Marketing: Over 200 clinicians and researchers attend the annual meeting. Placing your logo and information in the virtual meeting website, mobile app, and meeting program increases the recognition of your company.

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Sponsorship Benefits for Virtual Meeting

Sponsor Benefits Updated – June 8, 2020

Benefits

Sponsorship Level Year-

Round Platinum Gold Silver Bronze

$40,000 $25,000 $15,000 $7,500 $5,000 Complimentary Meeting Registrations

6 5 4 3 2

Acknowledgement in Meeting Program

x x x x x

Virtual Exhibit Booth

x x x x x

Virtual Meeting Tools via Whova

x x x x x

Virtual Ad Space (Banners, Popups)

Premium Premium Select Basic

Program Ad Space 2 page 2 page 1 page ½ page

Acknowledgement on Meeting Welcome Slide

x x x x

Acknowledgement on AAS website

Year Round

x x

Email Blast to all AAS Members

2x / year x

1 year Subscription to CAR Journal

x

All pricing included in US dollars.

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Sponsorship Benefits Detail Bronze Sponsorship ($5,000)

• Recognition in meeting program as a BRONZE Sponsor • Virtual exhibit booth space with sponsor profile page & meeting tools

through app (videos, live stream, add coupons, marketing information, private messaging and group chat)

• Participation in passport/stamp program in app to increase exhibit booth traffic

2 Complimentary meeting registrations Silver Sponsorship ($7,500)

• Recognition in promotional materials as SILVER Sponsor, including the meeting program and welcome slides

• All benefits of the Bronze Sponsorship Level Plus

• 3 Complimentary meeting registrations • ½ page ad in meeting program • Basic level of logo placement on web and mobile app

Logo Placement

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Gold Sponsorship ($15,000)

• Recognition in promotional materials as a GOLD Sponsor, including the meeting program and welcome slides

• All benefits of the Bronze Sponsorship Level Plus

• 4 Complimentary meeting registrations

• Full-single page ad in meeting program

• Select level of logo placement on web and mobile app

• Acknowledgement on AAS website

Platinum Sponsorship ($25,000)

Recognition in promotional materials as a PLATINUM Sponsor, including the meeting program and welcome slides

All benefits of the Bronze Sponsorship Level Plus

5 Complimentary meeting registrations

2 page ad in meeting program

Premium level (multiple site) logo placement on web and mobile app

Acknowledgement on AAS website

Pre-meeting email blast to all AAS members with your company marketing information

Corporate Year-Round Partner ($40,000)

Recognition in promotional materials as a Corporate Year-Round Partner

All benefits of the Platinum Sponsorship Level Plus

6 Complimentary meeting registrations

2 page ad in virtual meeting program

Premium logo placement in meeting program and in web & mobile app

Acknowledgement on AAS website

Pre-meeting email blast to all AAS members with your company marketing information, plus additional email blasts to AAS members during the year

Complimentary one-year subscription to Clinical Autonomic Research (CAR), the official journal of the AAS

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Virtual Exhibit Hall

Virtual Booths provide each exhibitor with their own profile page

and access to online tools via the Whova Virtual Conference Web

and Mobile apps to help build out their page and track visits.

Meeting participants will

access your information in

a few clicks via drop down

menus. A list of exhibitors

will appear and attendees

can select which vendors

to visit or can reach your

information directly by

clicking banner ads. Exhibitor Profile Page

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The meeting tool within the Whova Virtual Conference app will

allow exhibitors to:

Provide Company Profiles

Include Representative’s Information

Private Message with Attendees or Start Group Chats

Allow Attendees to Give Feedback

Upload Relevant Videos and Photos

Retrieve Leads

Include Exhibitor Coupons

Include On-line Raffles

Participate in Passport/Stamp Gamification

Virtual Exhibit Booths* are included with sponsor packages but can

also be secured independent of meeting sponsorship. Exhibitors

will be listed in the Virtual Exhibit Hall and virtual meeting

program. $2500

*Exhibitors are responsible for setting up their virtual exhibitor booth and providing content for banners and ads. AAS can only provide basic technical support.

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Advertising Opportunities

The Meeting Program is the comprehensive guide to the

International Symposium, including a complete schedule of

International Symposium educational events. The Final Program

will be emailed to all Symposium attendees (approximately 250

people) prior to the meeting and posted on the Virtual Meeting

site. Ad space is included with some sponsorship levels or can be

purchased separately.

Advertisement options within the Virtual Meeting Program

Inside front cover, full page .......................................... $3,000 USD

Page 1 (facing the inside front cover), full page ........... $3,000 USD

Back cover, full page ..................................................... $3,000 USD

Inside back cover, full page ........................................... $2,000 USD

Inside full page .............................................................. $1,500 USD

Inside ½ page .................................................................. $ 750 USD

Inside ¼ page .................................................................. $ 500 USD

Company logo with hyperlink on the AAS Symposium Website

$3,000 USD

Participants register and submit abstracts through the AAS

website. The sponsor’s logo will be included on the International

Symposium website with a link to the company’s home page until

the close of the International Symposium.

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Exhibitor/Sponsor Regulations

The symposium is accredited by ACCME, and CME Credit will be

provided through joint sponsorship by UT Southwestern Medical

Center. Promotional material must be separated from the CME

educational content of the program and therefore cannot appear

on pages of the meeting program or pages of the meeting app

related to CME content.

The Physician Payment Sunshine Act imposes a high standard of

transparency across a broad swath of activities by pharmaceutical,

biotechnology, and other medical product companies (referred to

as manufacturers in the Act). The Act requires industry to disclose

a wide range of payments and transfer of value (TOV) to

physicians and other healthcare providers. The reporting took

effect August 1, 2013, when manufacturers must keep records of

all payments and TOV. The PPSA requires that every report of a

payment or TOV must be accompanied by the name of the

recipient, which is posted to the public Web site.

Wording that must appear in invitation letters, flyers, and other

promotional materials:

[In some instances, direct or indirect payments or other transfers

for value provided by a manufacturer may be reported to the

Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services in accordance with the

Physician Payments Sunshine Act.]

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Supporter Cancellation Policy

Cancellation requests must be sent to AAS at the address below in

writing. A full refund less a $100 administrative fee will be given if

notice is received by September 1, 2020. No refund will be given

after September 1, 2020. All other cancellation/refund requests

will be made on a case-by-case basis.

AAS Executive Office: Amber Millen | Executive Director, American Autonomic Society 9500 Gilman Drive | BSB 5006, MC 0629 | La Jolla, CA 92093-0629 | USA E: amber@americanautonomicsociety.org | T: (858) 534-3865 www.americanautonomicsociety.org | Follow us: @AASAutonomic