Diabetes UK Professional Conference

Sharing knowledge, changing lives18 to 20 March 2020, SEC Glasgow

Prospectus

The Diabetes UK Professional Conference brings together over 3,000 healthcare professionals from the areas of diabetes research, science, care and support. Together we can share best practice, further our research possibilities and change the lives of people living with diabetes.

Our programme is packed with inspiring speakers who will cover a wide range of topics from the improvements in diabetes care that provide support for today, and research breakthroughs offering hope for the future. Our exhibition hall offers an opportunity for all delegates to network with peers and colleagues from across the world, share their experiences and learn from each other.

Alongside our conference, we’re hosting our Primary Care Course to help primary care professionals further their knowledge of diabetes and its treatments.

We’re also holding Diabetes UK Professional Conference: Insider on Saturday, 21 March. This one day event is for people living with or affected by diabetes giving them an opportunity to experience the conference, hear leading or expert speakers and see the impact our work can have on their everyday life.

With more than 4.7 million people living with diabetes and a further 12.3 million people at increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes there has never been a more important time to come together and help change lives. Join us in Glasgow in March 2020.

About the conference

Nurses

Consultants

Doctors

Researchers

Students

Pharmaceuticals

Specialist registrar

Dietitians

GPs

Pharmacist

Other professionals

19%

18%

10%

6%

5%

4%

4%

4%

4%

2%

9%

Delegate professions

18%Primary care

4%Community care

42%Specialist care

20%Other

Who comes to the conference?

Over 3,200 people attended the 2019 conference in Liverpool.

As we return to Glasgow in 2020, we expect to welcome over 3,100 unique attendees.

Nurses

Consultants

Doctors

Researchers

Students

Pharmaceuticals

Specialist registrars

Dietitians

GPs

Pharmacists

Other professionals*

19%

18%

10%

6%

5%

4%

4%

4%

4%

2%

9%

Nurses

Consultants

Doctors

Researchers

Students

Pharmaceuticals

Specialist registrar

Dietitians

GPs

Pharmacist

Other professionals

19%

18%

10%

6%

5%

4%

4%

4%

4%

2%

9%

Delegate professionsDelegate professions

*Other professionals include Diabetes Facilitators, Diabetes Network Managers, Junior Doctors, Podiatrists and Ortholists, Psychologists and Psychiatrists

Statistics and quotes taken from 241 delegate evaluation forms and complete delegate registrations for the Diabetes UK Professional Conference 2019, researched by Diabetes UK, March 2019.

What people say about the Diabetes UK Professional Conference

“It was my first ever conference and the whole experiece was fantastic. A great opportunity for networking with other professionals.”Delegate

“Excellent...it felt good to be there, sharing and learning.”Delegate

“We were able to promote our service and we made some fantastic contacts over the three days.”Exhibitor

94% of delegates would recommend the Diabetes UK Professional Conference to other people.

94% of delegates learned things at the conference that were new to them.

74% of delegates will be changing their practice as a result of something they learned at the conference.

85% value the networking opportunities as delegates are drawn from a wide range of diabetes disciplines.

The Diabetes UK Professional Conference provides a variety of ways to help you showcase your company’s offering and to interact with the thousands of delegates attending.

Our conference will give you the opportunity to show your commitment to tackling this relentless condition and position your organisation at the very heart of the diabetes community.

Why should you become a sponsor or exhibitor?

Finding the most effective way to reach key decision makers is vital.

As a Conference partner or sponsor you will be recognised as either a Platinum, Gold, Silver, Premium sponsor or Sponsor.

As an Associate sponsor you will be acknowledged as sponsor of the selected item(s) only.

As a Conference supporter you will be acknowledged as detailed in the specific partnership agreement.

Get involved

Become a sponsor

Platinum £60,000

Gold (2x) £34,000

Silver (3x) £20,000

Conference sponsor packages

Premium sponsor (2x) £12,300 1x Primary Care Course, 1x Diabetes UK Professional Conference: Insider

Sponsor

(6x) £6,200

Contra-deal opportunities for journals, charities and societies to work with Diabetes UK.

Packages individually negotiated.

Conference partner opportunities

Conference sponsoropportunities

Conference supporter opportunities

All listed costs exclusive of VAT.

Sponsorship options

Sponsorship of:

On-site interaction

• Delegate lunch and refreshments

• 5k fun run

• Conference app

• Networking and seating areas

• Internet Lounge

• Activity Zone

• Twitter screens

• Speakers’ Room

• Mobile charging stations

• Relax and Revitalise Zone

Sponsorship of:

Maximise your presence

Sponsorship of:

• Delegate bags

• Delegate badges

• Notepads and pens

Giveaways

• Abstract book and poster area

• Registration area

• Pocket Guide

• Cloakroom

• Conference dinner

• ‘You are here’ boards

Satellite symposia, workshops and scientific update sessions add a different dimension to the conference and represent an ideal opportunity to present to a highly engaged audience, forge new contacts and strengthen existing ones.

Before and after lunch on Wednesday, 18 March and Thursday, 19 March and before lunch on Friday, 20 March.  Only five available.• 90 minute £12,300• 60 minute £9,300

Sponsored symposia

Available to be booked for Wednesday, 18 and Thursday, 19 March. Two per night available.6.30pm to 9pm.

• 90 minute symposia £6,150

• 60 minute symposia £4,100

Evening symposia*

Smaller meeting rooms (maximum 30 people) are available to be booked for Wednesday, 18 and Thursday, 19 March.Two per night available.6.30pm to 9pm.• 90 to 120 mins £1,500

(includes plasma screen)**

Workshop or Scientific update meetings

*Cost of breakfast/drinks reception/hospitality not included. **Package does not include AV, stewarding, catering, hostesses or promotion of the workshop/scientific update meeting.

Available to be booked for Thursday, 19 and Friday, 20 March. Two per morning available.7.15am to 8.15am.

• 60 minute symposia £4,100

Breakfast symposia*

All listed costs exclusive of VAT.

Satellite symposia options

Exhibition

The exhibition is an integral part of the conference, where you have the opportunity to showcase, promote and discuss your latest products, services and research and trial results to delegates.

84% of delegates rated the exhibition as excellent or good.

97% of delegates said that they visited the exhibition stands.

97% of delegates said they attended a session in the Arena.

84% said they visited the poster area.

• Space to required dimensions chosen

• Stand listing in Conference Guide, conference app and website

• Access to Exhibitors’ Lounge• Complimentary exhibitors and

delegate passes (depending on size booked).

Space only £450 per m2

Package as for space only stand plus:• White shell scheme stand

(velcro friendly) consisting of dimensions chosen

• 13 amp socket (500 watts rated)• Two spotlights• Carpet• Furniture not included.

Shell scheme £519 per m2

Stand options

Demonstration Theatre £550 per 15 minute slot (multiple slots can be booked).

Venue advertising A range of options to enhance your brand presence.

Exhibition passport Opportunity to be included for non-pharmaceutical exhibition stands.

Delegate bag inserts A4 double sided or A5 four-sided £650 per insert.

Conference Guide Advertisements from £650 for a half page, £1,000 for a full page (premium pages also available).

Sampling Please call to discuss.

Meeting rooms £1,000 per day.

Meeting pods Please call to discuss.

Opportunities for exhibitors

Pre-constructed small pod style stand for start-up, technology and digital companies. Limited number available. Specific criteria apply.

Start-up/technology pod £1,200 per pod

Exhibition table top stand opportunities are available at the Diabetes UK Professional Conference: Insider on Saturday, 21 March 2020 for companies interested in promoting directly to people living with, and affected by, diabetes.

Insider table top stand £800

All listed costs exclusive of VAT.

The British Diabetic Association operating as Diabetes UK, a charity registered in England and Wales (no. 215199) and in Scotland (no. SC039136). © Diabetes UK 2019. 1860AA.

Contact detailsTo discuss package details and to book please contact Kate Glenn, Commercial Senior Service Manager. Booking terms and conditions also available on request.

Email kate.glenn@diabetes.org.uk

Call 07824 144 717

www.diabetes.org.uk/conference

All prices quoted are exclusive of VAT.

Key dates

Wider opportunities with Diabetes UKCorporate partnerships, regional conferences and specialist conferences. Please call Kate Glenn to discuss.

Booking opens Thursday, 26 September 2019 at noon

Sponsor priority allocation window closes Thursday, 3 October 2019

Stands allocated Thursday, 3 October 2019

Symposia proposals Friday, 15 November 2019

Exhibition build Monday, 16 and Tuesday, 17 March 2020

Applications will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, following priority allocation to conference sponsors.