Important note: All sponsors must exhibit at APTA 2013 Conference and Exposition.
Sponsorship Application (.pdf)
Each sponsorship opportunity includes:
- Recognition on conference signage
- Recognition on the signage in the Exhibit Hall
- Ribbons for your company's conference badges honoring you as a sponsor
- Recognition in the APTA Conference onsite program (must have logo asap)
- Recognition in preshow attendee correspondence
General Sponsorship Opportunities
Official "Green" Conference Bag: $25,000
Showcase your organization both in Salt Lake City and well into the future by sponsoring the official 2013 conference bag. Your organization's name and logo will be seen on the shoulder of more than 2,500 conference attendees. Sponsor to supply logo to APTA by April 24, 2013. Three priority points
2013 Mobile App: $8,000 - SOLD
Quickly becoming the most-used sponsorship device, the mobile application returns for APTA's 2013 Conference! Reach attendees directly on their PDA or Smartphone device as they access educational listings, bus schedules, exhibit hall floor plans, and more! Receive far-reaching exposure that will be seen by thousands of conference attendees both preshow and onsite.
Benefits of this sponsorship include:
Sponsor's logo displayed on the corner of mobile device screen Sponsor's logo on show signage promoting the mobile app Recognition in e-mail blasts to all registrants promoting the app Three Priority Points
New! Mobile App Banner Ad: $1,000 (Only 4 available)
Promote your company's message with a rotating banner ad! When tapped, the attendee will visit your company’s landing page and view your booth description, logo, and location.
NEW! Fold Out Pocket Map ($5,000)
This credit card size pocket map of Salt Lake City, which highlights local attractions, will be received by all attendees and will include your full color ad on the back cover; Salt Lake City's local attractions are within walking distance or a quick cab ride from the convention center. Maps will be available at registration. Two priority points
Lanyards $4,000 (plus direct costs)
Showcase your brand by being the official lanyard provider of the APTA 2013 Conference. APTA must approve lanyard design. Sponsor is responsible for providing lanyards to APTA by May 22, 2013. Two priority points
Product Demonstrations $2,000 (2 sessions available per day)
The product demonstration sponsorship presents exhibitors with an opportunity to showcase their products and/or services to an "invitation only" group of attendees on the exhibit hall floor. Seating is available for up to 150 attendees. A standard AV set will be provided. Presenter is responsible for bringing their own laptop. Each company is responsible for any other costs associated with their demonstration. Exhibitors may serve food and beverages from their booth during the sessions. (If alcoholic beverages are served, the exhibitor is liable.) If you require additional furniture for your session, items may be secured through GES Exposition Services.
Demos held daily at: 11:15 am-12:15 pm and 12:25 pm-12:55 pm
Benefits of this sponsorship include:
- Company logo on product demo area signage
- Sponsor's logo on APTA Conference signage promoting the product demo area
- Two Priority Points
Event Sponsorship Opportunities
Oxford Debate: $5,000 (only 5 slots available) Friday, June 28
Be a part of the excitement by sponsoring the fifth annual Oxford Debate in Salt Lake City! Feature your logo on cocktail napkins, and help build buzz by distributing drink tickets showcasing your logo right from your booth. This event is a must attend at APTA's 2013 Conference. Don't miss the opportunity to reach attendees at what is consistently the most talked about event. Two Priority Points
The "Next Step" Student and Mentor Reception ($3,000 - only 3 available) Friday, June 28
Recruiters take note – this is a can't miss event for your future employees at APTA's 2013 Conference. Connect and celebrate with students and experienced physical therapists – two target markets. Sponsors will be recognized on appropriate signage as well as cocktail napkins. Artwork must be received by May 1, 2013. One Priority Point
Honors and Awards Celebration $2,000 (Only 5 slots available)
Be seen with, and recognized by the movers and shakers of APTA. Become a sponsor of the 2013 Honors and Awards Celebration. This gala is where APTA celebrates performance worthy of applause—recognition of those responsible for the year's most outstanding achievements in overall accomplishment, education, practice and service, publications, research, and academic excellence in physical therapy. It's the "Oscars" of our association—a must-attend event where APTA leaders and luminaries gather to meet and mingle with and pay tribute to the best and brightest "stars" of the profession.
As a 2013 Honors and Awards Celebration sponsor, your company's name will appear in preconference mailings promoting this and all other conference events to all registrants. At the event itself, you'll be prominently seen as a sponsor by more than 500 event attendees, including APTA's Board of Directors. Your company's name and logo will appear on signage in the ballroom, in the event program, in a PowerPoint presentation during the event, and on custom napkins.
Sign up today to assure that you don't miss out on this outstanding opportunity to have your name linked to the year's most outstanding achievers in physical therapy and seen by the hundreds of APTA leaders and members. One Priority Point
Thursday Morning Coffee Break-Get the Buzz on the House and Conference ($1,500) Thursday, June 27
Help start the day off right with the APTA Conference Work Group - the members who planned this conference–to learn how to maximize your conference experience. Showcase your brand to attendees first thing in the morning on custom napkins, and on show signage. One Priority Point
Friday Morning Coffee Break -Mentoring Morning ($1,500) Friday, June 28
Meet new professionals, Catherine Worthingham Fellows and PTJ's editorial board members at this morning coffee. Showcase your brand to attendees first thing in the morning on custom napkins, and on show signage. One Priority Point
For more details on the sponsorship opportunities above, please contact Sarah Driver at 703/706-3223 or sarahdriver@apta.org.
Advertising Opportunities
APTA Conference & Exposition 2013 Daily News
Get noticed by advertising in the official publication of APTA's Annual Conference & Exposition: The Daily News. This daily publication is provided to all conference attendees and APTA members. For rates and further information, please contact 800/627-8723 or showdailies@verizon.net.
For other questions about advertising, contact: Julie Hilgenberg at juliehilgenberg@apta.org, or call 800/999-2782, ext. 3183.