Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship of the NACDS Pharmacy & Technology Conference provides organizations an opportunity to increase their exposure, build relationships, and enhance their image. For more information contact Jim Whitman at 703-549-3001 or jwhitman@nacds.org.

Aisle Banners
Sponsor Aisle Banners at the Pharmacy Conference and have your company logo present throughout the Exhibit Hall. Your company logo will be prominently displayed on each Aisle Banner under the Aisle Numbers.
$25,000

Business Programs (Three Available!)
Attracting conference decision-makers and world-renowned speakers, the Business Programs are very popular with the Pharmacy Conference attendees. Sponsor has the unique opportunity to have corporate staff members greet session attendees as they arrive. Corporate logo will be displayed on the large screens when not in use by the speaker and on all door signage.
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Closing Reception, Dinner & Entertainment
This is the final big bash of the Pharmacy Conference where all attendees convene to celebrate the conclusion of another successful gathering and to honor the 2009 Harold W. Pratt award recipient. Sponsor will be promoted through the pre-show, onsite, and post-show NACDS marketing material, and given the opportunity to address the audience before the entertainment.
$60,000

Conference Portfolio
The Conference Portfolio is the perfect opportunity for your company to reach all attendees. Each portfolio comes with a notepad of paper and will be made available to all participants who have registered for the event. Sponsor will have their logo strategically placed for maximum brand building and recognition.
$25,000

Conference Registration Bag
The Conference Registration Bag is a stylish portfolio bag with the sponsor's company logo printed on the front for all attendees to see. This bag is given to all Pharmacy Conference participants and contains important information and inserts. Attendees will be sure to keep this bag for years to come.
$25,000

Education Sessions
Education Session sponsors will be allowed to introduce the session speakers at these high-profile sessions attended by key retail executives. An exclusive invitation to attend a private Sponsor's Reception with key chain retail executives will also be made available. Sponsors will be recognized in the Program Book, on the NACDS website, during the Business Programs and your logo on our "Thanks to our Sponsors" signage.
$15,000 each

Exhibit Hall Cyber Stations
The Exhibit Hall Cyber Stations consists of computer terminals with printers placed throughout the Exhibit Hall. Sponsor will receive recognition on the screen saver and signage at each station. NACDS provides all programming and equipment, the sponsor just has to show up and enjoy the show. Capabilities will include Internet connections and e-mail access.
$30,000

Exhibitor Locator Card
The Pharmacy & Technology Conference Exhibit Hall can be easily navigated by all attendees who use the Exhibitor Locator Card. By sponsoring this exclusive high-profile appointment tool, your company will be recognized every time an attendee opens the map, saving valuable time between important appointments.
$20,000

General Program Sponsor
In addition to your valuable contribution, each sponsoring company will have an opportunity to host a VIP table (for 10) at the Closing Dinner on Tuesday evening, August 11. Sponsor will also be invited to attend a private Sponsor's Reception with key chain retail executives. Sponsors will be recognized in the Program Book, on the NACDS website, during the Business Programs and your logo on our "Thanks to our Sponsors" signage.
$10,000 each

Hotel Key Cards
Sponsor the hotel room Key Cards of attendees staying at the Westin and communicate your company message each time the attendees enter their hotel room. Logo and booth location is printed on each room key card for attendees of the event. Sponsor has the option of designing the key card within hotel specifications.
$25,000

Lanyards for Badges
Sponsor the event lanyards and allow the attendees to do the advertising for you! NACDS will produce lanyards printed with the sponsor logo and distribute them to all registrants when they arrive on site.
$20,000

Luggage Tags
Be the first to welcome attendees with a message from your company that will be placed on the NACDS conference Luggage tag. Be creative with your message and drive participants to your booth. Luggage Tags will be given to all registered individuals participating in the 2009 Pharmacy & Technology Conference.
$20,000

Luncheons
Sponsor will receive exclusive recognition by sponsoring the Exhibit Hall lunches for attendees Sunday, August 9, Monday, August 10 and Tuesday, August 11. Sponsor benefits will include signage at the luncheon entrance and an opportunity to leave literature at each table.
$15,000

Networking Refreshment Breaks
Sponsor will receive exclusive recognition by providing coffee and beverages to attendees in the convention center. Sponsor receives napkins with their logo, signage on the break tables and an opportunity to leave literature at the stations.
$15,000

Pillow Cards
This exclusive sponsorship is a time saver and final nighttime reminder of the next day's activities. At the conclusion of each business day, one Pillow Card will be placed in the hotel room of all attendees who stay at the Westin hotel starting on Friday, August 7 through Wednesday, August 12. This high-profile sponsor opportunity will be the last thing each attendee remembers as they drift off to sleep and the perfect item to get them started for the busy day ahead.
$20,000

Pocket Guide
This handy little Pocket Guide is a quick reference to the daily activities taking place at the Pharmacy Conference. NACDS will distribute the new miniature Pocket Guide prominently placed behind the name badge of all attendees. Sponsor will have their logo strategically placed for maximum brand-building and recognition.
$20,000

Registration Bag Inserts
Sponsor can place a one-page flyer in the registration bag distributed to all conference attendees. This is ideal to advertise your booth location, invite attendees to your cocktail party, or supply all attendees with your product brochure. Inserts must be 8 1/2" x 11" size or smaller, NACDS needs to approve the insert prior to July 6, 2009 and have in hand by July 27, 2009. Additional fees will apply for late arrivals.
$12,500

Spouse/Companion Luncheon & Lounge
A lively and interactive food and wine tasting experience in honor of all registered spouses and companions. Sponsorship also includes the Spouse/Companion Lounge which offers refreshments, computer stations, and a quiet refuge and excellent location to reunite with old friends and become acquainted with new ones. Sponsorship includes signage at the main entrances of the luncheon and lounge, aprons with logo at luncheon, and a write-up in the Program Guide. Also includes your logo on our "Thanks To Our Sponsors" signage.
$20,000

Welcoming Reception
Welcome attendees to the Pharmacy Conference at this grand celebration filled with music, food and fun. The Welcoming Reception is organized by NACDS and includes open bar(s) and heavy hors d'oeuvres. Sponsor benefits include signage at the main entrance, signage at each bar with corporate recognition, napkins with corporate logo, a write-up in the Program Guide and your logo on our "Thanks To Our Sponsors" signage.
$50,000