Exhibit
Invitation to Exhibit: Prospectus & Application
Attendee Exhibitor Demographics
Benefits of Exhibiting
Contacts
Exhibitor Requirements
Objectives
Year-round Advertising (*NEW*)
Abstract Submission, Abstracts and Poster Presentations
Badges & Registration
Conference Attendee Registration Brochure
Conference Final Program
Current Exhibitors
Dates, Events Schedule, Venue: Official Language, Currency, Letter of Invitation
Floor Plan
Hotel Reservations
Policies and Rules
Services Kit: Ordering Furnishings On-Line
Sponsorship, Support and Marketing Opportunities
Transportation and Local Maps
Travel Requirements - International
Invitation to Exhibit
Prospectus - Click Here (PDF)
Click here for Exhibition Application and Contract (PDF)
Connect your company's patient care focus to global promotional opportunities through this exciting once-in-a-lifetime event. Over 2,000 professional nurses are anticipated for this Conference.
This single event features a unique exhibit program of two premier organizations, helping your company create new global markets, boost sales and maximize branding of wound, ostomy and continence products and services.
This Conference offers dedicated, unopposed quality time with healthcare professionals, purposefully set aside from educational sessions, enhancing the value of your exhibition.
The purpose of this web site is to provide important information to key healthcare commercial companies and allied associations considering participation in the upcoming co-sponsored event of the Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses (WOCN Society) and The World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) – exhibiting and supporting one international Conference in June, 2010 in Phoenix. The word "stand" refers to a booth.
Conference Name and Address:
2010 Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses (WOCN Society) and The World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) Conference
Organization Mission Statements:
The WOCN Society is a professional nursing society that supports its members by promoting educational, clinical and research opportunities to advance the practice and guide the delivery of expert health care to individuals with wounds, ostomies and incontinence.
The WCET Mission is to lead the global advancement of specialized professional nursing care for people with ostomy, wound or continence needs.
Conference Theme: Universal Focus on Patient Care
Attire: Business casual
Exhibit Program Objectives
The purpose of the exhibits program is to enhance the Conference ‘s professional "how to" conference by enabling delegates to see and assess the latest new products, supplies, equipment and services in the field of wound, ostomy and continence diagnosis and treatment.
Benefits of Exhibiting
Exhibitor Benefits
1. Exhibitor Directory
Here's the process to create your 50-word promotion for the Exhibitor Directory.
Go to https://www.xpressreg.net/register/wocn060/exhibitor/login.asp …Create / insert your 50-words in the field…Descriptions greater than fifty words will include the first fifty words ONLY. This promotional text must be inserted by March 30th, 2010.
After the Exhibitor Directory data is inserted, continue to the next step - creating badges for your exhibit booth staff. After adding staff names, changes or deletions to your data can be made through June 11, 2010.
2. Pre- and Post-Conference Attendee Mailing Lists
After the approval of your sample direct mail marketing piece by the Conference Organizer, exhibitors receive a complimentary data file of pre-registered delegate mailing addresses about three weeks prior to the conference. Value $400. A post-attendee list is available for purchase. More information is in the on-line Service Kit.
3. Badges
Two "Exhibit Hall Only" badges are complimentary for every 10' x10' or 3mx3m stand. Additional "exhibit hall only" badges are $75 per person. Exhibitor badge registration is available on-line in February, 2010. Make edits/changes as needed. Badges are not mailed in advance and must be picked up on-site at the Exhibitor Registration counter during registration hours. Exhibitors are encouraged to register on-line prior to arrival to avoid waiting in line. Badges may not be supplemented with business cards, ribbons, or company logos.
All participants affiliated with exhibits must register with Exhibitor Registration. Each person registered as an exhibitor must be employed by the exhibiting company. The exhibit badge allows access to the exhibit hall only. If an exhibitor plans to attend any of the educational sessions, they must register separately using the Conference's registration brochure on-line, January, 2010.
An Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC) form from the service kit must be completed and submitted in order for independent install and dismantle labor to work on the show floor for the appointed exhibitor. All EACs must register at the back entrance of the hall and provide proper identification.
4. Promoting and Branding: Advertising and Marketing through Final Program & Conference Tote Bag
Exhibiting companies are promoted without charge within the Conference Final Program. A maximum fifty (50) word description can be inserted into the Final Program. See "Service Kit" for more information on this, tote bag and door drop marketing opportunities.
Each exhibiting company is entitled to one copy of the Conference Final Program per 10 foot by 10 foot or 3 meter x 3 meter stand contracted up to a maximum of four copies. These books are available at the Exhibitor Registration Counter. Note: conference bags are only available to registered delegates. If you pay and register to attend the Conference, a tote bag becomes available.
5. Increasing ROI - Your Voice and the Exhibitors' Advisory Committee
Your representatives are encouraged to attend the on-site Exhibitors' Meeting Monday, June 14, 2010 at 10:15 AM to 11:15 AM, Phoenix Convention Center. This forum provides us with feedback regarding your exhibiting experience. As a result, we have reduced expenses, increased exhibiting hours and created a better ROI for most exhibitors.
6. Exhibitor Lounge
An exhibitor lounge is provided on the exhibition floor to relax or visit with attendees privately.
Exhibitor Requirements, Space Assignment, Relocation, Payments, Cancellation
Stands are assigned based upon the receipt of your application and payments made on time, all on a first-come, first-served basis. Exhibit space is not held without proper payment. Exhibition Management may re-assign exhibit space at any time for the good of the show and reject any application at any time.
Payments include a $500 non-refundable deposit for past exhibitor securing space during WOCN 2009 for WOCN 2010; for applications submitted after June, 2009, 50% due by October 1, 2009; balance due by February 2, 2010. Applications after February 2, 2010 must include payment in full.
If an exhibitor fails to make payments on time, exhibitor will loose all Priority Points for the most current exhibit program and are not able to participate in the following year's Priority Point Program.
Space Assignment
Exhibitors are interested in reserving their space for the following year's Conference before we open the opportunity to the general exhibiting public. Exhibit space for WOCN 2010, Phoenix is assigned during your company's pre-determined appointment June 22-24, 2009 during WOCN Society's 41st Annual Conference in St. Louis. The assignment is based on your company's existing priority points.
Your company is awarded
- three points for the first 100 square feet of exhibit space paid and occupied at the show for each consecutive year of WOCN Annual Conference participation.
- one point for each additional 100 square feet of exhibit space paid and occupied at the show for each consecutive year of WOCN Annual Conference participation.
- In case of a tie, the size of booth space requested dictates the order of selection, then the date of application and payment.
When your company
- elects not to participate in any given year, or through cancellation, booth space is reduced in size, ALL points accumulated for that year are forfeited.
- merges or acquire another exhibitor company assume the higher of the two (or more) exhibitor priority point totals. Points are not combined.
- Points are deducted for infraction of rules and regulations (i.e. not completing set-up on time, dismantling earlier than closing time).
Space Relocation
In the event of space relocation prior to the Conference by Exhibition Management, every effort will be made to work toward suitable arrangements. Should that not be possible, a full refund is in order.
Stand Payments
Stands are assigned based upon the receipt of your application and payments made on time, all on a first-come, first-served basis. Exhibit space is not held without proper payment. Exhibition Management may re-assign exhibit space at any time for the good of the show and reject any application at any time.
Payments include a $500 non-refundable deposit for past exhibitor securing space during WOCN 2009 for WOCN 2010; 50% due by October 1, 2009; balance due by February 2, 2010. Applications after February 2, 2010 must include payment in full.
If an exhibitor fails to make payments on time, exhibitor will loose their assigned location, and will loose all Priority Points for the most current exhibit program and will not able to participate in the following year's Priority Point Program.
Cancellation or Downsizing of Booth Space:
Prior to December 15, 2009, 25% of the total amount due is retained by the Joint Confer¬ence Organizer. December 16, 2009 through March 15, 2010, 50% of the total amount due is retained by the Joint Conference Organizer. March 16, 2010 though June 16, 2010, 100% of the cost is retained.
Attendee Demographics
Buying Power: 88% of Conference attendees evaluate, authorize and/or recommend specialty products and services. WOC nurses are in direct contact with patients that require wound, ostomy and continence disorder products and services.
WOCN Society Membership:
- 90% specialize in wound, ostomy and/or continence care
- 86% are RNs
- 79% hold CWOCN certification
- 54% are BSNs
- 32% are Masters prepared
Practice Settings
54% Acute care, 17% Home care, 13% Outpatient care, 7% Acedemia, 4% industry, 3% Long-term care
This event is a premier CONFERENCE with the focus on wound, ostomy and continence patient care. WOCN Society and WCET have created a one-of-a-kind conference, combining the best of each organization's strengths to produce an experience that will last in delegates' minds for years to come.
- 4,600 nurse professionals who are experts in the care of patients with wound, ostomy and continence disorders
- 93% have an educational level of bachelors degrees or higher
- 93% of WOC nurses make recommendations to patients for wound and skin care products after patient discharge.
- 88% of WOC nurses make recommendations to patients for ostomy and continence disorder products
- 85% of WOCN members are directly involved in their organization/ company's purchases of products and services.
- 85% of members spend a majority of their time on Wound care.
- Acute care is the primary practice setting for over 53% of Members. Homecare and outpatient care follow.
- Members are almost equally likely to make product recommendations for skin/wound care and ostomy care products (45% and 41% respectively). Fourteen percent also recommend continence diversion care products.
- 59% have been WOCN members for six years or more
Contacts: Organizers, Co-Presidents and Supporting Cast
Exhibition Organizer
Chris Brown CEM CMP
Exhibition Director
Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses (WOCN) Society
15000 Commerce Parkway, Suite C
Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054-2212
Phone: 011 856-642-4401
Fax: 011 856-439-0525
E-Mail: cbrown@ahint.com
Conference Organizer
WOCN Society
Debi Maines CMP
Meeting Director
Wound Ostomy Continence Nurses (WOCN Society)
15000 Commerce Parkway, Suite C
Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054-2212
Phone: 011 856-642-4217
Fax: 011 856-439-0525
E-Mail: dmaines@ahint.com
Co-Presidents
Phyllis Bonham PhD, RN, MSN, CWOCN
Medical University of South Carolina
99 Jonathan Lucas St
PO Box 250160, Room 517
Charleston, SC 29425
Work Phone: 843-792-4630
Fax: 843-884-3140
bonhamp@musc.edu
WCET PRESIDENT
Elizabeth English RN ET
Royal Adelaide Hospital
North Terrace, Adelaide 5000
South Australia
Fax: 61 8 8449 1821
E-mail: eenglish@bigpond.com.au
Customs Broker, Official
Margaret Churchill
Agility Fairs & Events Logistics LLC
Tel. 404-815-8816
mchurchill@agilitylogistics.com
www.agilitylogistics.com
Decorator or General Service Contractor, Official
Shepard Exposition Services
Phone: 404-720-8600
E-Mail: custsvcs@shepardes.com
Rental of displays/booths/stands:
Natalie Ward
nward@shepardes.com
404-720-8625
Abstract Submission, Abstracts and Poster Presentations
Share your research with the world. The Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society in collaboration with The World Council of Enterostomal Therapists announce a CALL FOR ABSTRACTS for the 2010 Joint Conference. Submission opens August 17 to November 2.
Click here to begin the submission process
Click here to view abstract poster guidelines
WELCOME to the 2010 WOCN/WCET Joint Conference Abstracts On-Line
This portal is designed to revolutionize research and teaching by giving immediate, pre-Joint Conference access to more than 200 abstracts from many thought-leaders and authors.
This site contains abstracts and invited talks presented at the 2010 WOCN/WCET Joint Conference, June 11-16, 2010, Phoenix, Arizona, USA.
Click here for access to the Conference Proceedings
WCET and WOCN
Exhibitor Profile
Commercial companies and allied associations with an international marketing focus, with particular attention to those creating new global markets, boosting sales and maximizing the branding of wound, ostomy and continence products and services.
Conference Registration Brochure for Attendees
Click here to view educational session information.
Conference Final Program
Click here to view educational session information.
Dates, Events Schedule, Venue
Conference Dates
June 12-16, 2010
Exhibition Dates
June 13-15, 2010
Exhibition Hours and Networking Events*
This Conference offers dedicated, unopposed quality time with nurses, purposefully set aside from educational sessions, enhancing the value of your exhibition.
| Sunday, June 13, 2010 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (17:30-20:30) (Reception with Exhibitors) |
| Monday, June 14, 2010 | 11:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (11:30-14:30) (Lunch with Exhibitors) |
| Tuesday, June 15, 2010 | 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.(11:30-14:00) (Lunch with Exhibitors) |
See the centralized, easily accessible Floor Plan that offers the opportunity to maximize your networking time.
On-Site Exhibitor Registration Hours:
| Friday, June 11: | 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm |
| Saturday, June 12: | 6:30 am – 7:00 pm |
| Sunday, June 13: | 6:30 am – 6:00 pm |
| Monday, June 14: | 6:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Tuesday, June 15: | 6:30 am – 7:00 pm |
| Wednesday, June 16: | 7:00 am – 12:00 pm |
Construction/Stand Build Up/Installation*
Delivery of major exhibitor stand property to show site will be scheduled by Shepard Exposition Services with exhibitors thirty days prior to this event.
- Friday, June 11, 2010 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m (13:00-17:00).
- Unneeded packing material must be removed by 2:00 p.m. (14:00)
- Saturday, June 12, 2010 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. (8:00-17:00)
- Unneeded packing material must be removed by 2:00 p.m. (14:00)
- Set Up may continue to 10:00 pm (22:00) with Exhibition Manager approval. Most services will not be available after 4:00 pm (16:00).
- Sunday, June 13, 2010 7:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.(7:00-13:30)
- Earlier access to Exhibit Hall available with Exhibition Manager approval.
- Unneeded packing material must be removed by 11:00 a.m. (11:00)
Stand Breakdown Time*
| Tuesday, June 15, 2010 | 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Wednesday, June 16, 2010 | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. |
* Exhibitors will be notified when changes occur for the good of the exhibition.
Venue
Phoenix Convention Center (Exhibition in Hall 4, Lower Level)
Phoenix, Arizona USA
Click here for Directions and Parking information
The Phoenix Convention Center just completed a $600 million expansion project in December, 2008 in the heart of Downtown Phoenix. New and renovated hotels have opened within steps of the convention center. Their new Light Rail transportation makes getting around fast, easy, and safe. Phoenix Downtown provides excellent accommodation, dining and entertainment options for our Conference.

- The City – Phoenix - http://www.visitphoenix.com/visitor/index.cfm
When visiting Greater Phoenix, you'll find plenty of things to see and do. More than 300 days of annual sunshine mean you can count on exceptional weather (generally 85 degrees during the day, 65 degrees during the evening) as you experience the rich diversity of our Sonoran Desert playground.
With year-round choices, exciting recreation and adventure activities abound. Experience a wide range of tours and sightseeing excursions, whether by Jeep or hot-air balloon, on horseback, or even by boat. Of course, golf is one of the most popular outdoor activities, as Greater Phoenix provides more than 200 pristine courses.
With a full range of restaurants, wineries and wine bars, and thanks to several major projects and developments in Downtown Phoenix – Copper Square, the area is brimming with energy and excitement. Arts and performances flourish throughout the metro area, and in terms of sporting events, Phoenix is a sport's lover's dream. Passionate shoppers will find a cornucopia of fabulous malls, unique boutiques and antique shops in which to indulge.
Phoenix, which covers 514 square miles, is the fifth-largest city in the country with a population of more than 1.42 million people.
Downtown Phoenix Visitor Information Center
125 N. Second Street, Suite 120
(across from the main entrance of the Hyatt Regency Phoenix)
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (8:00 – 17:00)
E-Mail Address: visitors@visitphoenix.com
Phone: 877 Call-PHX (877-225-5749)
Map of Downtown Phoenix and Copper Square
Official Language, Currency, Letter of Invitation
The official language of this Conference is English. Translation will be available for the General Sessions based on the need.
The US Dollar is the official currency of this Conference. Checks must be drawn from US banks. Credit Cards Accepted: American Express, MasterCard and VISA are the accepted credit card methods of payment for this Conference.
If you require an official letter of invitation, please email Brooke Bilofsky, Registration Manager at bbilofsky@ahint.com.
Badges for Exhibitors and Registration – see Exhibitor Benefits
Click here to access the on-line badge creating web site through Convention Data Services (CDS).
All participants affiliated with exhibits must register with the Conference.
Independent and install and dismantle labor must register at the back entrance to the exhibit hall. Personnel must provide identification; sign in and out each day.
Badges are not mailed in advance and must be picked up on-site at the Exhibitor Registration counter during registration hours. Exhibitors are encouraged to register on line prior to arrival to avoid waiting in line. Badges may not be supplemented with business cards, ribbons, or company logos.
Tentative Registration Days/Hours:
| Friday, June 11 | 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (12:00 – 20:00) |
| Saturday, June 12 | 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (6:30 - 19:00) |
| Sunday, June 13 | 6:30 a.m. – 600 p.m. (6:30 - 18:00) |
| Monday, June 14 | 6:00 a.m. – 600 p.m. (6:30 - 18:00) |
| Tuesday, June 15 | 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (6:30 - 19:00) |
| Wednesday, June 16 | 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (7:00 – 12:00) |
Exhibitor registration is located in a convenient location whose hours of operation will be known by signage on site. Installation and dismantle or independent contractors will register each day at the back of the Exhibit Hall.
Each person registered as an exhibitor must be employed by the exhibiting company or possesses a direct business affiliation. The exhibit badge allows access to the exhibit hall only. If an exhibitor plans to attend any of the scientific sessions, they must register separately using the Conference registration brochure on-line, January, 2010.
Badges are supplied to all delegates, and no one is permitted access to the exhibit area without one. Badges will clearly identify and distinguish professional delegates, guests and students.
Exhibitors are identified by the individual's name and company affiliation which must match the exhibitor company name.
Two "Exhibit Hall Only" badges are complimentary for every 10' x10' or 3m x 3m stand. To attend educational sessions, exhibitors must register with the conference. Additional "exhibit hall only" badges are $75 per person.
Floor plan
Click here for the most current version (PDF)
Hotel Reservations
Beginning February 12, the web portal to create hotel reservations for exhibitors is open.
Reserve your room by May 13, to receive the group discount on a space available basis.
To reserve up to five hotel rooms you may make individual housing reservations on line at http://2010jointconference.org. Click on "Registration".
To reserve five rooms or more, please see the attached Exhibitor Housing Form.
Suite reservations must be made through the Housing Bureau. The number for the Joint Conference Housing Bureau is 888-547-3801 (9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (9:00 – 15:00) Central Time Zone) and email is housingreg@meetingservicesplus.com. Please specify that your reservation is connected to the 2010 WOCN/WCET Joint Conference.
Current Exhibitors
Booth Number |
Company |
807 |
3M Health Care |
124 |
3S Consulting |
110 |
Abbott Nutrition |
360 |
Accuro Medical Products, LLC |
143 |
AdvaCare Systems |
855 |
Advanced BioHealing |
849 |
Advanced Tissue |
1051 |
American Academy of Wound Management |
349 |
American College of Surgeons |
255 |
American Medical Equipment |
121 |
Anthony Jannetti, Inc. |
808 |
AOS - A Division of MMS |
1044 |
Argentum Medical, LLC |
817 |
ArjoHuntleigh, Inc. |
460 |
Arobella Medical, LLC |
309 |
Attends Healthcare |
1007 |
Austin Medical Products |
860 |
B. Braun Medical |
837 |
Bard Medical Division |
824 |
Bio Compression Systems, Inc. |
116 |
Biologics |
317 |
Birchwood Laboratories Inc. |
958 |
Bradenscale.com |
950 |
Briggs Corporation |
806 |
Bruce Medical Supply |
729 |
Byram Healthcare |
459 |
C-Boot |
623 |
C3Life.com |
1057 |
C. DeLeonardis Inc. |
313 |
Calmoseptine, Inc. |
450 |
Cardinal Health |
104 |
Carefusion (formerly Cardinal Neurocare) |
220 |
CareTech ® Laboratories Inc. |
1217 |
Carolon Company |
1023 |
CCS Medical |
128 |
Celleration, Inc. |
759 |
CircAid Medical Products |
437 |
Coloplast Corp. |
613 |
ConvaTec Inc. |
413 |
ConvaTec Inc. |
249 |
Covidien |
725 |
Cymed Ostomy Co. |
800 |
Dale Medical Products Inc. |
629 |
Dansac |
923 |
Darco International, Inc. |
823 |
Derma Sciences, Inc. |
843 |
DermaRite Industries LLC |
844 |
DeRoyal |
701 |
Diversified Clinical Services |
100 |
DM Systems Inc. |
854 |
Drive Medical |
117 |
E.C.E.T. |
237 |
Edgepark Medical Supplies |
801 |
EHOB, Inc. |
108 |
Elsevier |
149 |
Elta Swiss-American Products Inc. |
917 |
Encompass TSS, LLC |
461 |
Exciton Technologies, Inc. |
724 |
Farrow Medical Innovations |
406 |
Ferris Mfg. Corp. |
347 |
FOW - USA (Friends of Ostomates Worldwide) |
802 |
Foxy International for Pibella |
1037 |
FXI Foamex Innovations |
225 |
Gaymar Industries |
447 |
Genairex, Inc. |
1005 |
Gideons International, The |
458 |
Grand Canyon University |
1055 |
Gulf South Medical Supply |
609 |
HARTMANN-CONCO Inc. |
901 |
HDIS (Home Delivery Incontinent Supplies) |
723 |
Healthline Information Systems |
909 |
Healthpoint Ltd. |
454 |
HemCon Medical Technologies, Inc. |
109 |
Hill-Rom Company Inc. |
216 |
Hill-Rom Relaxation Center |
757 |
HMP Communications |
425 |
Hollister Incorporated |
851 |
Hy-Tape International, Inc. |
1029 |
Incutech, Inc. |
119 |
Innovative Therapies, Inc. (ITI) |
848 |
Invacare Corporation |
949 |
Joerns Healthcare Inc. |
1000 |
Kalypto Medical |
101 |
KCI |
409 |
KEM Enterprises, Inc. |
929 |
Kreg Therapeutics |
138 |
Lavin Lift Strap |
645 |
Liberty Medical |
455 |
Links Medical Products |
1002 |
Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins - Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing (JWOCN) |
861 |
LiquiCell Technologies, Inc. |
937 |
Marlen Manufacturing & Development Co. |
243 |
Medela, Inc. |
301 |
Medline Industries, Inc. |
442 |
Mideast Region WOCN |
637 |
Molnlycke HealthCare |
508 |
Montreal Ostomy & Homecare Center, Inc. |
956 |
MTI |
351 |
National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) |
1009 |
Nu-Hope Laboratories Inc. |
357 |
Oculus Innovative Sciences, Inc. |
456 |
Organogenesis, Inc. |
1214 |
Osborn Medical Corporation |
822 |
Ostomy Secrets, Inc. |
1042 |
Parthenon, Inc., The |
114 |
Personal Care Products, Inc. |
761 |
Pfizer Inc. |
1031 |
Posey Company |
359 |
Pro2Med, Inc. |
137 |
Prospera |
420 |
QCE Laboratories |
1043 |
RecoverCare LLC |
755 |
Regenesis Biomedical |
446 |
Rocky Mountain Region WOCN |
946 |
Safe 'n Simple LLC |
410 |
Sage Products Inc. |
722 |
SAM Medical Products |
1022 |
SCA Personal Care / TENA |
122 |
Sechrist Industries, Inc. |
407 |
SGV Medical Supplies |
954 |
Shield Healthcare |
329 |
Sizewise Rentals, L.L.C. |
125 |
Smith & Nephew Wound Management |
444 |
South Central Region WOCN |
847 |
Southwest Technologies, Inc. |
1017 |
Span-America |
355 |
Spiracur |
945 |
Stanley Healthcare Solutions |
960 |
Sterling Medical Services |
1100 |
Stratus Pharmaceuticals |
555 |
Stryker Medical |
311 |
Summit Industries |
1024 |
Sundance Enterprises, Inc. |
707 |
Systagenix Wound Management |
217 |
TG Eakin Ltd. |
829 |
Torbot Group, Inc. |
1203 |
Touchless Care Concepts |
448 |
Tucson Affiliate WOCN Society |
903 |
Tytex, Inc. |
261 |
Uluru, Inc. |
345 |
United Ostomy Associations of America |
120 |
Vanilla Blush |
905 |
VATA- Wound Care Models |
106 |
Vomaris Innovations |
501 |
WCET (World Council of Enterostomal Therapists) |
319 |
webWOC Nursing-Education Program |
416 |
Welland Medical Ltd. |
703 |
Winchester Laboratories, LLC |
1001 |
WOC Nursing Certif. Board |
140 |
WoundExpert by Net Health Systems, Inc. |
1102 |
WoundSource |
601 |
Wound OstomyContinence Nurses (WOCN) Society |
1206 |
WOCN WCET Exhibitor Lounge |
North Building, Lower Level Lobby |
WOCN Society 2011 Exhibits Program |
928 |
Wound Systems, LLC |
112 |
WoundVision |
1104 |
Youth Rally Committee Inc. |
Policies and Rules
Published in the Joint Conference web site and/or via e-mail messages shall be part of exhibitor contract. Exhibit Management may re-assign exhibit space at any time for the good of the show.
Admission of Guests / Children
Admission of guests is regulated by Registration. Proper application is required from an exhibitor who invites a number of his distributors or representatives to visit the display area. The general public is not invited to the Exhibit Hall. Children under the age of 16 are not permitted in the Exhibit Hall at any time.
Affiliate Events
Affiliate events are small meetings or functions that include no more than 75 delegates and are not planned or sponsored by the Conference. They include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Social Events: Receptions, dinners, etc., where there is no educational programming.
- University Alumni Events: Social events organized, sponsored, and financially supported by a university.
- Hospitality Suites: For the sole purpose of providing attendees with business applications, which could include one-on-one meetings, telephone services, fax machines, etc. They may not include educational or social activities.
- Investigator Meetings: Sponsored and financially supported by a pharmaceutical/ biotech organization, academic center, non-profit organization or consortium.
- Committee Meetings: Small meetings not sponsored by industry, held by committees, task forces, boards of universities, or other non-profit organizations.
- Staff Meetings: Meetings of exhibitor staff only. Staff meetings may not include scientific session attendees.
Any company submitting an application to hold an affiliate event must be an exhibitor at the Conference, with the exception of universities and non-profit organizations. The Conference will not approve any application for an affiliate supported by industry without an approved exhibit application. Please complete the Affiliate Meeting/Function Space Request Form in the Service Kit and fax it to the Conference Organizer at 856-439-0525 for pre-event approval.
Badges for Exhibitors – see Exhibitor Benefits
An Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC) form from the service kit must be completed and submitted in order for independent install and dismantle labor to work on the show floor for the appointed exhibitor. All EACs must register at the back entrance of the hall and provide proper identification.
Carpeting and Draping Policy & Colors
The Exhibition Hall (Hall 4, Lower Level, Phoenix Convention Center) floor is cement. Exhibitors must carpet their entire booth space. Uncovered floors will be carpeted at exhibitor expense. Aisles are carpeted with burgundy colored carpet. Drape colors are beige and burgundy.
Catering In Stands
With prior approval from the Exhibit Manager, food service is permitted at the exhibitor's stand so long as food and beverage are provided by the Convention Center food and beverage provider. More information will be provided with the Service Kit on line, January, 2010.
Certificate of Insurance (Requirement of All Exhibitors)
Exhibitors insuring their exhibit materials, goods and/or wares of exhibits against theft, damage by fire, accident or loss of any kind, do so at their own expense.
The Conference requires that all exhibitors provide proof of liability insurance at least thirty (30) days prior to setting up your stand. Coverage must be carried through the duration of the exhibit program, including set up and dismantle. The certificate must name the Conference organizations, WOCN Society and WCET, and convention center as an additional insured party. The certificate must state a minimum insurance of $1 million U.S. dollars and the territory of coverage must include the United States. Although the Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society does not endorse any insurance company, we suggest contacting your insurance agent, or John Buttine Inc. for general liability insurance information, on-line at www.buttine.com (click on Event Insurance, then Exhibitor, and finally General Liability (Information or Application), 800.964.4454 x49, kar@buttine.com, Kendra Reilly).
The exhibitor agrees to make no claim, of any nature, for any reason whatsoever against the Conference for loss, theft, damage, or destruction of goods, nor for damage of any nature, nor for any negligence, malfeasance or misfeasance, nor for failure to hold any portions of the Conference, in part or total, as scheduled.
Cleaning of Booths
This service is provided by Shepard Exposition Services. Details are provided within the Service Kit, February, 2010.
Conference Cancellation or Postponement
It is mutually agreed that in the event of cancellation of this event due to fire, strikes, governmental regulations, war, acts of God, terrorism or causes which would prevent its scheduled opening or continuance, then and thereupon this agreement will be terminated and the Conference shall determine an equitable basis for the refund of such portion of the exhibit fees as is possible, after due consideration of expenditures and commitments already made.
Conference Program and Tote Bag
Click here for the Conference Registration brochure for attendees. This is useful to exhibitors in selecting educational sessions to complement the exhibit program. Exhibitor badges represent badges for the exhibit hall only.
Click here (available June, 2010) for the Final Conference Program. This promotional document will contain a floor plan of the exhibition and a list of exhibitors by firm name and space number, plus a 50-word maximum description of products and services featured at WOCN WCET 2010. One Program will be available to all exhibitors for every 10' x 10' or 3m x 3m space purchased up to four programs.
Conference tote bags are only available to registered attendees. Surplus bags available to exhibitors.
Conference Program Advertising
Program advertising in the Conference Final Program is restricted to participating exhibitors. Contact the Conference Organizer for more information.
Conference Right to Refuse Space, Inappropriate Exhibits
The Conference organizer reserves the right to refuse space assignment to any company or allied association whose products or services do not contribute directly to the meeting delegates' healthcare practice.
Demonstrations
Demonstrations by exhibitors should contribute to the delegates in a professional way. Demonstrations and adequate space for an audience should be available within the confines of the individual exhibitor's stand. No interference with normal traffic flow and infringement on neighboring exhibits is permitted.
Hazardous Waste
Hazardous waste is any material being stored, recycled or thrown away that could cause injury or death or pollute air, land or water. Exhibitors who generate material fitting any of these criteria in the course of their meeting activities should:
- Be aware of the full scope of the hazard(s) associated with their waste(s).
- Conform to the requirements of all governmental bodies having jurisdiction in the location of the creation of hazardous waste.
- Ensure that all personnel who could possibly be engaged in the transportation, containerization, use, coordination, or disposal are fully informed of associated risks.
- Inform the Conference Organizer and Convention Center management of the presence and planned disposition of hazardous waste at the time of space application to allow for thorough planning and preparation and to preclude misunderstanding. Charges and procedures applicable to hazardous wastes may apply. Contact Conference Exhibitions for more information.
Hospitality Suites (Industry-Sponsored) and Educational Symposia
The Conference encourages industry-sponsored events during this event, with the exception of days and hours when official programs are scheduled. Exhibitors who sponsor educational programs have special responsibilities.
- The primary objective of seminars and symposia sponsored by exhibitors should be educational rather than promotional.
- Reasonable honoraria and payment of expenses are an acceptable practice for faculty, speakers and/or meeting chairs, so long as they do not interfere with the educational and scientific nature of symposia. Gifts and extensive entertainment are not recommended.
- Both industry and physician speakers are better served by the presentation of scientifically balanced information in sponsored programming. Therefore, program chairpersons have unrestricted responsibility for topics and faculty.
- Delegates should be able to form opinions about scientific presentations without feeling pressured by any sponsoring organization.
Contact the Conference Organizer for more information.
Exhibitors who host hospitality suites should arrange for schedules so they will not conflict with the Conference' scientific program or major social events. It is further recommended that non-exhibiting companies not be allowed to hold hospitality functions.
Any formal presentations at hospitality events should not be symposium in nature, or the Conference Organizer may require that symposium rules be applied.
Independent Contractors
Exhibitors who plan to use a service contractor other than the decorator must notify the Conference in writing on or before May 1, 2010. Please fill out the Exhibitor Appointed Contractor form in the Exhibitor Services Kit and fax it back to the Exhibition Manager. The company name, address, telephone number, name of the supervisor scheduled to be in attendance, and a statement that such contractor will comply with all rules and regulations of the show to including observance of local labor rules and regulations must be furnished at the time of submitting the Appointed Contractor Form which will be included in the Exhibitor Services Kit.
Independent contractors must abide by the following:
- Perform all services in a timely and professional manner, in accordance with Conference established deadlines.
- Not engage in solicitation of business on the exhibit floor for present and/or future conferences.
- Provide a Certificate of Insurance to Exhibition Manager no later than May 1, 2010.
- Register all employees and temporary help at the Exhibitor Registration Desk.
Investigational Products Display
Exhibitors should ensure that any depiction of an investigational product in a commercial exhibit remain within the limitations of the US FDA regulation regarding display of investigational products. Emphasis should be placed on objective statements about the product, obtaining investigators, and similar scientific purposes.
Lead Retrieval System (Sales Leads)
Order your Lead Retrieval system resulting in access to attendee-provided e-mail and mailing address data. Now more than ever, fast, timely follow-up is essential to maximize your trade show investment. Save time and money by ordering on-line today through this link:
http://www.xpressleadpro.com/exlogin.asp?v=WOCN060
Liability
Each exhibitor agrees to protect, save and keep the Conference stakeholders, supporters, management, vendor partners, hotels and convention center forever harmless from any damage or charges imposed for violation of any law or ordinance by the exhibitor, his employees or agents as well as to strictly comply with the application terms and conditions as contained in the agreement between the Conference stakeholders, supporters, management, vendor partners, hotels and convention center regarding the exhibition premises; and further, the exhibitor shall at all times protect, indemnify, save, and keep harmless the Conference stakeholders, supporters, management, vendor partners, hotels and convention center against and from any and all loss, cost, damage, liability, or expense that arises out of or from, or by any reason of any act or omission of the exhibitor, his employees or agents.
Liability Insurance
Each party involved in the exhibition - venue owner, Conference organizer and exhibitor - agrees to be responsible for any claims arising out of their own negligence or that of their employees or agents.
Each party agrees to be responsible for their own property through insurance or self-insurance and shall hold harmless each of the other parties for any and all damage caused by theft and those perils normally covered by a fire and extended coverage policy.
Exhibitors insuring their exhibit materials, goods and/or wares of exhibits against theft, damage by fire, accident or loss of any kind, do so at their own expense.
This Conference requires that all exhibitors provide proof of liability insurance at least thirty (30) days prior to setting up your exhibit booth. Coverage must be carried through the duration of the exhibit program, including set up and dismantle. The certificate must name WOCN Society, WCET and convention center as an additional insured party. The certificate must state a minimum insurance of $1 million U.S. dollars and the territory of coverage must include the United States. Although the Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society does not endorse any insurance company, we suggest contacting your insurance agent, or John Buttine Inc. for general liability insurance information, on-line at www.buttine.com (click on Event Insurance, then Exhibitor, and finally General Liability (Information or Application), 800.964.4454 x49, kar@buttine.com, Kendra Reilly).
Lighting and Air Conditioning During Set Up / Dismantle
Lighting intensity during set up and dismantle will be at 50% of capacity, 100% one hour before the Hall opens and one-half hour after closing of the Hall. Air conditioning will not be available during move-in as the outside doors are open. Air conditioning will be available during exhibition days/hours.
Logo Use
The names, logos, and acronyms of the Conference, WOCN Society or WCET are proprietary marks. Use of the names in any fashion, by any entity, for any purpose, is expressly prohibited without the written permission of the Conference Organizer.
Photography
Photographs of the exhibits are not allowed during move in, exhibition days and through move out. Conference Organizer reserves the right to photograph exhibits. Photography services will be exclusively provided through Conference Organizer and will be included within the on line Service Kit available in January, 2010.
Please refrain from picture taking during any of the sessions. If you are observed taking pictures you will be asked to leave the Conference.
Prizes, Lotteries and Giveaways
Exhibitors providing give-a-ways (with the exception of promotional literature, notepads, pens, pencils) to delegates must complete the "Promotional Materials Approval Form" included within the Service Kit. All requests must be submitted to Exhibit Management for review by March 30, 2010, and approval will be confirmed in advance of the Conference.
Program Content Use
Information presented during this Conference is the property of the Conference co-sponsors. Information may not be recorded, photographed, copied, photocopied, transferred to electronic format, reproduced or distributed without the written permission of the Conference co-sponsors. Any use of the program content which includes, but is not limited to, oral presentations, audiovisual materials used by speakers and program handouts without the written consent of the Conference co-sponsors is prohibited.
Purpose of Exhibiting
The sole purpose for contracting exhibit space is to display and/or demonstrate products and/or services. In accordance with Internal Revenue Service regulations, the selling of any products or services during the Conference is strictly prohibited.
Only companies exhibiting products and/or services related to these areas are eligible to exhibit. The Conference reserves the right to determine the eligibility of all exhibit space applicants.
Educational contact hours are not available to nurses & physicians as part of your stand.
Research Stands
Market research companies should ensure that their activities do not interfere with normal traffic flow, and they should not attempt to canvass delegates outside the boundaries of their assigned exhibit space.
Rigging – Banners, Mobile Signs, Hanging Signs in Exhibit Hall
AV Concepts is the official exclusive rigging company within the Phoenix Convention Center. More information about their services will be included in the Service Kit on line, January, 2010.
Security
The Conference provides security services as a deterrent to possible damage or theft of property or persons. Safekeeping of exhibitor property shall remain the responsibility of the exhibitor. See Certificate of Insurance.
It is always recommended that exhibitors take any valuable portable items out of their exhibits during off hours. If exhibitors desire additional security, exhibitor can arrange for booth security by completing and sending the designated security firm their order form.
Selling in Exhibit Space
In accordance with Internal Revenue Service regulations, the selling of any products or services during the Conference is strictly prohibited. Order taking is acceptable provided there is no financial transaction.
Services Kit for Exhibitors
A complete on-line Exhibitor Services Kit containing all exhibit information and order forms for all services is available below. A printed copy is available upon request.
All forms should be completed and returned in advance of this event to ensure that adequate labor and equipment are available for a smooth set up.
Click here for Deadline Dates (PDF)
- Standards (PDF):
Certificate of Insurance – Required for All Exhibitors
Booth Design & Set Up Standards (Rigging)
IAEM Guidelines for Display Rules & Regulations
HCEA – Guidelines for Healthcare Conventions - Official General Service Contractor or Decorator:
Shepard Exposition Services
Phone: 404-720-8600
E-Mail: custsvcs@shepardes.com
Instructions to order on-line Decorator services (PDF)
Access on-line ordering of Decorator services
An outline of the PDF Service Kit (PDF)
On-line Kit in PDF Format (PDF) - Selected Forms (PDF) / In-Booth Process - *Exclusive
Advertising Insertion, Final Program
Affiliate Meeting Approval
Affiliate Meeting Audio Visual Order Form
Audio Visual & Computer Equipment Rental, Exhibit Hall *
Booth Cleaning *
Booth Package Special
Conference Bag Insert
Decorator Service Manual *
Door Drop Marketing Order Form
Electricity Order *
Exhibitor Appointed Contractor
Final Program Exhibitor Directory Fifty (50) Word Promotion
Flowers Order Form *
Food & Beverage *
Internet and Phone Access *
Lead Retrieval * (includes e-mail addresses)
Lists of Attendees:
Pre-Conference Direct Mail List
Post Conference Direct Mail List
Photography
Promotional Items (Give-A-Ways) Approval
Rigging (AV Concepts)
Phoenix Convention Center Rigging Rules & Regulations
Utilities (Water, Air, Plumbing, Gas, Fill/Drain) *
Year-round Advertising
For a Brighter 2010, May It Be So.
For this year's 2010 Joint Conference, WOCN Society and WCET have partnered with MarketArt Inc. to assure that attendees find you and your exhibit booth at the exact moment they need you. "You Are Here" is the tool attendees use to find exhibitors before, during and after the show, whether they already know you or are just discovering you. Every exhibitor at the show will be featured within an interactive map and have a listing in the touch screen interactive directory.
Let's make sure you take full advantage of the limited marketing opportunities we have available for the 2010 exhibit program.
By participating beyond the basics, these are the benefits for the exhibitor:
Pre-Show
Easily connect with more nurses - schedule attendance in your booth
Artfully generate high-impact impressions
Creatively promote your custom message
Effectively connect with new nurses and friends, VIPs and other exhibitors
During the 2010 WOCN / WCET Joint Conference and the Exhibit Program
Drive specific targeted nurses to your booth
Generate valuable face-to-face attendee interaction
Post Conference
Become a market category leader
Evaluate your return on investment with statistical feedback. You will be better equipped to justify your returning year after year
This directory is always a huge success at other shows where the You Are Here interactive directory is in place. The interactive directory creates thousands of touches at the show floor for similar sized shows.
To learn more, click here.
View the WOCN / WCET Joint Conference Exhibit Hall Map and Directory
View the Exhibitor Opportunities (PDF) … A VISUAL graphic illustration of product offerings
To request rate information, contact Renee Wyman, National Account Executive, 518-312-4115, rwyman@marketart.com
Shipments
Exhibitor agrees to ship and store their material at their own risk and expenses.
Arrangements have been made with the Official General Service Contractor, also known as the "decorator" to receive and store all shipments for this Conference up to 30 days prior to exhibitor move-in and to deliver all shipments to the appropriate stands on set-up days. All shipments must be labeled and consigned, including company name and booth number. Shipments must have all transportation charges PREPAID (shipments sent collect will not be accepted).
International Shipping Information:
How is my shipment cleared through U.S. Customs? Depending on your needs, we can clear your shipment in one of two ways:
- Permanent Duty-Paid Entry: used for all goods which will remain in the U.S. and will not be re-exported. This includes all giveaway items such as brochures and samples.
- Temporary Entry: allows temporary import into the U.S. without paying duties or taxes.
Contact the Official Customs Broker for more information:
Margaret Churchill
Agility Fairs & Events Logistics LLC
Tel. +1(404)815-8816
mchurchill@agilitylogistics.com
www.agilitylogistics.com
Advance Warehouse Shipping Address
(Company Name, Booth #)
2010 WOCN WCET Joint Conference
c/o UPSF/Shepard Exposition Services
5500 W. Lower Buckeye Road
Phoenix, AZ 85043
Delivery Hours: M-F, 8-4:30 PM
For: 2010 WOCN/WCET Joint Conference
On-Site Shipping Address:
(Company Name, Booth #)
2010 WOCN WCET Joint Conference
c/o Shepard Exposition Services
Phoenix Convention Center
100 N. 3rd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
For 2010 WOCN/WCET Joint Conference
MUST NOT BE DELIVERED PRIOR TO: June 11, 2010, 1:00 PM
Smoking Policy
Smoking is prohibited inside the Phoenix Convention Center and all hotels. All buildings are 100% non-smoking. Most restaurants and bars are smoke free as well.
Sound Restriction & Licensing
Exhibitors are responsible for license agreements for copyrighted music played in your stand. Further, exhibitors may not use audible electronic, mechanical apparatus, or open audio systems that may be heard outside the exhibitor's assigned space or may interfere or prove objectionable to attendees or other exhibitors. The exhibition manager reserves the right to require exhibitors to discontinue any activity that causes the annoyance or interference of others.
Speakers or Topics
To present potential speakers or topics, contact WOCN Society's Conference Organizer. See "Contacts" for more information.
Stand Staff Conduct.
A pamphlet describing standard good exhibiting practices is available from HCEA Headquarters.
The Conference reserves the right to approve all exhibits and activities.
Exhibits must be staffed at all times during exhibit hours. It is important that exhibitor do not begin dismantling, packing, or teardown of their space until Tuesday, June 15, 2010, at 2:00 pm. Teardown before this time could result in denial of next year's exhibit application for the exhibitor.
The Conference Organizer does not in any manner endorse any of the products or services related to the exhibits that have been accepted for display during the Conference.
Contests, lotteries, raffles, and games of chance where money is exchanged are strictly prohibited as such activities reflect unfavorably on the character of the Conference.
Character of the exhibits is subject to the approval of the Conference Organizer and Exhibition Management. Non-professional products or services are not permitted to be displayed. This applies to displays, literature, advertising, novelties, souvenirs, conduct of persons, etc.
Stand Specifications
- Exhibitor Responsibilities. Exhibitors must have stand designs approved by Exhibit Management at least 60 days in advance of the opening day. Blueprints or drawings are required showing utility hook ups, roofs. Approval is either "approved" or "conditionally approved pending modifications".
- In-Line or Corner Stand
- A standard in-line or corner shell scheme stand size (derivations of 10' x 10') should be followed to allow exhibitors to economize participation in this Conference. In-line stands of greater height than standard (8' vs. 12') are acceptable when confined to perimeter walls. No obstructions in the front half (5 feet) of the booth above a height of 48 inches are permitted. No part of any equipment, or signs relating thereto, shall be posted, nailed, or otherwise attached to columns, walls, floors, or other parts of the building or its furniture, in any way to deface same; damage arising by failure to observe these rules shall be payable by the exhibitor. All tables used in an exhibit space must be skirted.
- Island Stand
- For stands of 20' x 20' (6m x 6m) or larger, island booths MUST allow at least 40 percent show visibility on each side. Booth diagrams plans not in compliance with this 40 percent site rule will be rejected. Additional guidelines: a) multiple story stands are acceptable. b) outside walls may not be erected. c) raised flooring may not exceed 6". D) hard wall shell schemes are not provided; metal tubing or pipe, and fabric or drape are dividing inline and corner booths. E) Island stands have neither shell schemes nor pipe and drape. If roofs are in your design, please specify. F) exhibitors are to leave the venue in the same condition they found it, and should not make or attempt alterations of any kind without express written permission from Exhibit Management. G) Phoenix Convention Center This Hall has a load restriction of ____ h) electrical diagrams and specific needs must be available at least 30 days from the event and sent to Exhibit Management and Commonwealth Electric, the exclusive provider of electrical services. More details will be contained in the Service Kit on line, January 2010. i) accessible storage of give-a-way items is available. More details will be contained in the Service Kit in January 2010. j) freight storage is not available within the exhibit hall. More details will be contained in the Service Kit in January 2010.
Stand Construction
Each 10' x 10' booth contains an 8' high back-drape and 30" high side rail drape, plus one 7"x44" identification sign (company name).
Construction and display guidelines can be found in the International Association for Exhibition & Events Guidelines for Display Rules and Regulations in exhibit space design (www.iaee.com), which promote continuity and consistency. Exhibitors must also follow the Heathcare Convention Exhibitors Association (www.hcea.org) guidelines. These documents are available on line and free upon request.
All materials used in the exhibit area such as curtains, drapes, carpet, carpet padding, and decorative materials must be flameproof and fire resistant in order to conform to local fire ordinances and in accordance with regulations established by the National Association of Fire Underwriters. Crepe paper, corrugated paper (flameproof or otherwise) is not permitted. All displays are subject to inspection by the Fire Prevention Bureau or Fire Marshal. Certificates stating such condition must be available for inspection at your stand. Any exhibits or parts thereof found not to be fireproof may be ordered dismantled. All aisles and exhibits must be kept clear at all times, and fire stations and fire extinguisher equipment are not to be covered or obstructed.
Exhibitor personnel will be permitted on the exhibit floor one hour prior to opening and may remain one half-hour after closing.
Stand Occupancy
Stands not occupied by the exhibitor by 1:30 pm on Sunday, June 13, 2010, will be forfeited without refund to the exhibitor, and the space may be resold or used by Exhibit Management. Failure to set up stand may cause Exhibit Management to order the removal of booth property and freight at exhibitor's expense.
Subtenants
Exhibitors are prohibited from offering to another company or sharing stand space with another company.
Time
Phoenix is 7 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Phoenix does not observe day light savings time, Mountain Time is observed all year.
Transportation for Outside Events
The Conference controls all available boarding space at the hotel and convention center including contracted hotels for guest rooms. Organizations providing transportation to or from the hotel or Convention Center must contact the Conference Organizer. Promotion regarding transportation must be pre-approved before displaying or promoting.
Travel Insurance
A travel insurance policy is recommended, covering items such as theft, loss and medical issues. The Joint Conference organizations are not be liable for illness, accidents or thefts suffered by participants or their agents during the Conference or their stay in the United States before or after the Conference.
US Federal Government, Food & Drug Administration (FDA) Compliance
All products exhibited must have fulfilled all applicable US Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. Products that are not FDA approved for a particular use in humans or are not commercially available in the United States will be permitted to be displayed only when accompanied by appropriate signs that indicate FDA clearance status. The signs must be easily visible and placed near the product and on any graphics depicting the product. Display of investigational products is to remain within the expectations and limitations of the Food and Drug Administration's Guidelines on Notices of Availability. Any investigational product that is graphically depicted on a commercial exhibit should:
- Contain only objective statements about the product.
- Contain no claims of safety, effectiveness, or reliability.
- Contain no comparative claims to other marketed products.
- Exist solely for the purpose of obtaining investigators.
- Be accompanied by directions for becoming an investigator and list of investigator responsibilities.
- Contain a statement on signage: "Caution: Investigational Product – Limited to Investigational Use" (or similar statement) in prominent size and placement.
- Contact the FDA Office of Compliance regarding your responsibilities under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The phone number is: 301-594-4692.
Sponsorship, Support and Marketing Opportunities
2010 WOCN/WCET Joint Conference Program Book Advertising Opportunities
Please contact: Rob Reed at reedmedi@sbcglobal.net
Click here to view sponsorship opportunities
Click here for the Sponsorship Opportunities Reservation Form
Program Guide Advertising Information
The Conference Sponsorship Program provides a direct connection to professional nurses of WOCN Society and WCET. When you put your good name together with ours, you will enhance your corporate identity, earn the appreciation of members and attendees, and build an increasing awareness of your products and services.
Our sponsorship programs offer one of the highest visibility packages focused directly at your target audience, the nurse. The program is widely acclaimed for its success in recognizing and branding the leaders in these medical subspecialties, your focused target market.
WOCN Society and WCET sponsorship provide the greatest return on the dollar and extends your company's name and reach much further than advertising alone. To be recognized for your commanding position as a market leader, consider our top levels.
Greatest return on the dollar, high visibility to your direct market audience… why wouldn't you sponsor?
Transportation, Passports and Local Maps
Airport
Phoenix's Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is located three miles from downtown hotels. The tenth busiest airport in the nation is served by twenty airlines including two low-fare carriers, Southwest and US Airways. "PHX" offers nearly 500 daily nonstop flights to more than 100 domestic and international destinations.
The Official Travel Agency is
Crystal Travel
PO Box 320217, 100 Spring Street
Boston, MA 02132-0005 USA
1-800-255-9302 from the US and Canada
Call Direct: 001- 617- 318- 1114
Fax: 001- 617- 327- 7814
www.crystaltravel.biz
E-Mail: wocn@crystaltravel.biz
Days/Hours, Eastern Time
Monday through Friday 4:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (4:00 – 19:00)
Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (9:00 – 17:00)
Sunday 10:00 a.n. – 6:00 o.m. (10:00 – 18:00)
Phoenix's twenty international and domestic airlines serve Sky Harbor International Airport. See "Airport, Shuttle Service".
Public Transportation
Airport / Hotel Shuttle
24 hour transportation from the airport to your hotel is available through SuperShuttle Transportation Systems. 4610 S. 35th St.; Phoenix, AZ 85040. Reservations: (602) 244-9000, (602) 232-4610 or Fax (602) 225-2297
Phoenix Local Rail
Phoenix's new METRO Light Rail system spans over twenty miles. It reaches from Downtown Phoenix both north into uptown Phoenix and east to Tempe and Mesa. This system provides access to even more art museums, shops, dining and attractions from Downtown. With 28 stops and a car guaranteed every ten to twenty minutes, the METRO Light Rail moves in a hurry. One-way fare $1.25
Rental Car Agencies
Dollar Rent A Car, 1805 E Sky Harbor Circle South, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Phone: 602-567-9714, Fax: 602-567-9747
Thrifty Car Rental
1805 E Sky Harbor Circle South, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Phone: 800-846- 4389
Phone: 602-567-9714
Fax: 602-567-9747
Passport and Travel Visa Requirements
Click here to learn more about how to obtain a nonimmigrant temporary stay Visa.