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May 18–21, 2019Exhibit Dates: May 19–21, 2019San Diego Convention CenterSan Diego, CAwww.ddw.org

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Gain A Competitive Edge, Elevate Your Brand, Generate Leads

Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with key decision-makers

in gastroenterology and hepatology by exhibiting at the 50th

annual Digestive Disease Week® (DDW). Celebrate with us in

San Diego, CA by promoting your offerings and engaging your

audience at the leading digestive disease meeting in the world.

A lot has changed since 1969 and we couldn’t be more excited.

In 2019 we expect more than 14,000 colleagues will join us in

“America’s Finest City” — known for its white-sand beaches and

beautiful weather — to update their knowledge and propel their

careers forward. The Exhibit Hall, along with the Poster Hall,

scientific sessions and networking events, plays an integral role

in the attendee learning experience.

DDW is jointly sponsored by:

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NORTH AMERICA

CENTRAL AMERICA/CARIBBEAN

SOUTH AMERICA

ASIA-PACIFIC

EASTERN EUROPE

WESTERN EUROPE

MIDDLE EAST

AFRICA

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Meet DDW’s 14,000+ Global Attendees

worldwide represented by physicians, researchers, nurses, practice managers

and students.

Total Percentage of Total

U.S. 8,022 55%

Japan 761 5%

Canada 585 4%

Brazil 521 4%

United Kingdom 341 2%

China 336 2%

Mexico 290 2%

Australia 276 2%

Argentina 234 2%

South Korea 196 1%

Top 10 Countries

150Countries

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25 Years

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50 Years

26 Exhibitors

174 Exhibitors

291 Exhibitors

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Specialized Exhibit AreasDDW offers areas designated for:

• New Exhibitor Pavilion Features first-time exhibitors to DDW. DDW provides exhibitors in this pavilion with success tools and resources.

• Foundation Row Features not-for-profit organizations that promote public awareness of gastroenterology-related diseases.

Exhibitors Return to DDW Year After Year

Increase Media Exposure for Your Company

105,000+sq. ft.

ExhibitHall

89media representing over 50 international media outlets from 10 countries.

*For the 2019 meeting, the Health Care Delivery, Economics and Practice Management Track will be split into several: Clinical Practice; Health Care Delivery and Disparities; and Practice Management.

“DDW has been an important meeting to us. It’s our seventh time being here and is a great time to interface with our physician customers.”

Geoffrey Yates Ovesco Endoscopy USA

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Areas of InterestDDW Attracts the Widest Practice Range

* Attendees were able to select up to three choices.

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Technologies andProcedural Innovations

Stomach and Small Bowel Disorders

Pediatric GI

Pancreatic Diseases

Obesity and Nutrition

Microbiome in Gastrointestinaland Liver Diseases

Liver Diseasesand Trasnplantation

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

Health Care Delivery, Economicsand Practice Management*

Functional GIand Motility Disorders

Esophageal Diseases

Education and Training

Colorectal Diseases

Biliary Tract Diseases

Basic Science

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Professional Activity

Prescribing Capabilities

73%

of Attendees Have Prescribing Capabilities73%

Target Prospects in their Areas of Specialty

51% Patient Care

19% Clinical Research

10% Basic Research

10% Education/Training

8% Industry

3% Administration

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With the help of exhibitor input, product categories were reviewed by the DDW Planning Committee and recommended changes were made based on current trends in the GI field.

DDW’s show floor represents a variety of sectors in the industry, including companies and organizations from the pharmaceutical, device and instrumentation, nutrition, information technology, software, medical and nonprofit sectors, among others. To help DDW attendees locate companies whose services they need, each exhibiting company is categorized using one or more of the following categories:

Choose Your Specialty: Product Categories

Product categories are subject to change.

1. Endoscopes: Upper Scopes, Colonoscopes, Enteroscopes, EUS and ERCP Scopes

2. Capsule Endoscopy

3. Other Imaging Techniques: OCT, Confocal, Fibroscan, Fluoroscopy, etc.

4. Endoscopic Devices

5. Endoscope Disinfection: Reprocessing Equipment, Solutions, Accessories and Services

6. Diagnostic Equipment, Devices and Services

7. Anesthetics and Conscious Sedation

8. Laboratory Testing

9. Pharmaceuticals: IBD Medications

10. Pharmaceuticals: Acid Suppression Medications

11. Pharmaceuticals: Diarrhea, Constipation and Functional Bowel Disorder Medications

12. Pharmaceuticals: Antiviral Medications for Hepatitis

13. Pharmaceuticals: Other Pharmaceuticals

14. Books and Journals

15. Practice Management

16. Nonprofit Organizations

17. Patient Education

18. Surgical Equipment

19. Electronic Health and Medical Records (EHR/EMR)

20. Nutritional and Weight Management

21. Probiotics and Medical Foods

22. Professional: Certification, Education, Recruitment and Medical Training Simulation

“There is nothing more important than mixing education and a little bit of fun. People from all over come here.”

DDW 2017 Attendee

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DDW supports exhibitors to ensure their success. Show Management provides free webinars, articles and personal assistance to help you get the most out of the show. The online Exhibitor Portal offers you 24-hour access to all this information. One login gets you to everything you need to prepare for this event.

Free ToolsThe Exhibitor Portal is a great tool for you to utilize throughout your booth planning process. You can reserve your booth and marketing opportunities, access your invoice and financial data, find all relevant vendor websites, webinar replays, ROI tools and worksheets, and be able to fill out all important forms.

Exhibitor Marketing KitDDW’s marketing team develops a full complimentary tool kit that includes downloadable, customizable materials for your use to promote your presence at DDW. If you don’t have a marketing team, or could use a bit of help, these resources will kick start your campaign.

Newsletter and Social MediaDDW Show Management offers a Twitter feed and a monthly newsletter to communicate opportunities, special offerings and upcoming deadlines.

Make The Most of Your Exhibit: Support and Assistance

www.twitter.com/DDWExhibits

Instagram.com/DDWMeeting Use #DDW19 so attendees can see your posts.

facebook.com/DDWMeeting

youtube.com/DDWMeeting

DDW offers a variety of sponsorships, banners and attendee engagement programs. Show Management is confident there is something for each and every exhibitor, but if you don’t see something that works for you, just call. The team will work with you to design a custom package to suit your needs.

DDW Mobile AppWith more than 1.4 million opens, this resource helps attendees navigate the convention center, search scientific sessions, locate exhibitors and much more. DDW offers sponsorship opportunities within the mobile app to help you reach your target attendee.

Upgrade your Exhibitor Listing The Exhibitor Portal offers you the ability to upgrade your listing, enhancing your visibility. Packages have a variety of options to include additional product categories and the ability to upload photos, press releases, show specials and videos. Stand out to attendees on the floor plan and mobile app by purchasing an enhanced listing.

Attendee Communications DDW offers multiple ways to communicate directly to attendees before and after DDW. By purchasing an exclusive e-blast or direct mail list, you can share unique messaging about your products or services that will be showcased at DDW.

Host an On-Site Meeting Want to provide information on your product or service in a more personal setting? DDW offers multiple ways to accomplish this goal. Whether it be a Product Theater, Satellite Symposia or an exhibitor business suite, DDW will work with you to see what best suits your company’s needs.

Beyond the Walls of the Exhibit Hall: Marketing Opportunities

“I think it’s been a great way to get to our customer base. It’s the largest enviroment for us to be participating in to introduce our product, and I couldn’t think of a better place to do that.”

Boris VelinovAries Pharmaceuticals

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DDW prides itself on providing exhibitors with exceptional customer service. Contact our experienced staff to inquire about the benefits of exhibiting, ask questions or book your space.

Kaitlin LawrenceExhibit and Sponsorship Sales Manager301-941-2627klawrence@gastro.org

Alexander VadalaExhibit Sales Coordinator301-941-9794avadala@gastro.org

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Exhibit EligibilityDDW views the Exhibit Hall as an integral part of the educational and scientific program. Qualified exhibitors are limited to organizations whose exhibits promote an awareness of products, technologies and services approved by DDW as being in harmony with, and supportive of, the objectives of the meeting. DDW has the sole right to determine the final eligibility/qualification of any firm, organization, agency or product to participate in the Exhibit Hall. Rulings shall, in all instances, be final with regard to allowed use of exhibit space.

New Exhibitor Booth PricingDDW offers new companies, or companies who have not exhibited in the past three years, special pricing. Please contract Show Management for more information.

Booth Fee Type Standard PriceInline (per sq. ft.)100 sq. ft. minimum

$32

Corner (each) $200

Island (per sq. ft.)200 sq. ft. minimum

$37

Nonprofit (per sq. ft.) $7*The nonprofit rate applies to groups that promote special interest causes. All groups are required to provide documentation of nonprofit status. Hospitals (and clinics) are eligible for nonprofit rate with documentation of nonprofit status. Any organization that intends to recruit a physician for a hospital, clinic or group practice is not eligible for the nonprofit status and will need to reserve space at the full booth rate.

What’s Included with the Booth?Each booth space includes the following at no additional charge:

• Company listing on the Exhibit Hall floor plan, DDW Mobile App and in the Exhibit Section in DDW Daily News.

• 44" x 7" identification sign indicating your company name and booth number (corner and insides only).

• 8' draped back wall and 3' draped side wall (corner and insides only).

• Unlimited complimentary exhibitor badges for booth personnel.

Payment Schedule50 percent payment due upon booth selection; final payment due Dec. 1, 2018. Failure to meet payment schedule will result in booth being placed back into inventory. Please make sure to review the payment and cancellation policy located at www.ddw.org/exhibitor-information/policies. Submission of your exhibitor contract online, is an acknowledgment of all DDW policies, payment schedules, cancellation polices and rules and regulations.

Exhibitor Housing: Official Housing Vendor onPeak

Reservations for hotel accommodations must be made through the official housing provider.

Exhibitor housing opens in January 2019. Reserve by calling 855-202-8097 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET.

Booth Assignments and Priority Point SystemBooth assignments are based on exhibitor priority points. If you have any questions about priority points, please contact Show Management.

Show ScheduleSunday, May 19–Tuesday, May 21, 20199:30 a.m.–4 p.m.San Diego Convention CenterSan Diego, CA

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