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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCEMay 15 - 20, 2020Pennsylvania Convention CenterExhibition Dates: May 17 - 19
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EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS
The Preeminent Conference for Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine
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Join Us at the Preeminent Conference
For Pulmonary, Critical Care, and
Sleep Medicine
On behalf of the American Thoracic Society (ATS), we invite you to exhibit at the ATS 2020 International Conference exhibition
in Philadelphia. The ATS appreciates the significant contributions made by exhibiting and supporting companies. As the largest professionally attended pulmonary meeting in the United States, and the first healthcare meeting to have an independent-
third-party audit of our registration data performed, our goal is to make this conference an increasingly productive and profitable experience for you. We are committed to providing an environment that fosters discussion of your product or
service to the over 13,000 pulmonary, critical care, and sleep clinicians and researchers who will attend ATS 2020. We strive to facilitate beneficial interactions between attendees and exhibitors, as well as help you achieve the greatest ROI for your company.
ATS 2020 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
“Well organized, high traffic show that proves to be efficient and effective when trying to capture leads and network.” – Courtney Beaton MGC Diagnostics
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We Promote You!• Featured exhibitor articles in two ePreviews,
the ATS Print Preview, the Exhibit Guide and all three ATS Daily Bulletin newspapers
• ePreview 2 and the ATS Print Preview are focused on the Exhibit Hall and industry programs
• Company name and booth number in the Final Program
• Company description, disease state, and product category listings in the ATS 2020 Exhibitor Guide, the ATS 2020 mobile app, and the Online Exhibitor Directory
• The company name and the booth number on large floorplans at all entrances to the Exhibit Hall as well as inside the Exhibit Hall
• Dynamic conference website provides sessions and exhibitors of interest to attendees during search function
WHY EXHIBIT AT ATS 2020?
Audience Reach
11,555 professionals attended the conference
7,938 attendees visited the Exhibit Hall
15,537 leads generated
13 minutes: the average time in an exhibitor’s booth
4 booths: average number of booths visited
Note: Data is from ATS 2019 Attendee Audit and beacon data.
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Three Hours of Unopposed TimeUnopposed Exhibit Hall time from 1:15 – 2:15 P.M. daily.
Exhibitor Success & ROI CenterThe ATS Exhibitor Success & ROI Center is your FREE, on-demand, 24/7 exhibiting knowledge resource to give you answers to your most pressing exhibiting challenges, expand your exhibiting know-how, and improve your company’s exhibiting performance and ROI.
E3 Exhibiting Effectiveness EvaluationAs one of our top value-added services, we provide unbiased, expert feedback of your exhibit in action at our show. This innovative program offers expert diagnostic insight into your booth presentation, product/service presentation and your exhibit staff, and includes an evaluation report identifying effectiveness and potential areas of improvement.
VIP Customer Exhibit Hall Only RegistrationEach exhibitor receives five complimentary VIP Customer Exhibit Hall Only Registrations to invite customers and potential customers.
Attendee List RentalExhibitors are able to purchase a one-time use of the attendee list rental which can be segmented by the attendee demographics, so you can reach the exact target audience you want to see.
Expo SuitesWe offer our exhibitors the opportunity to rent private meeting rooms located in the Exhibit Hall. These Expo Suites can be customized to meet your needs.
Meeting Suites / Meetup RoomsMeeting room options are available outside the Exhibit Hall to accommodate your meeting needs. These are great for client meetings, focus groups, private demonstrations or for your staff. Discounted pricing is available for exhibiting companies.
Additional Benefits Include:• Complimentary Exhibitor Lounge on the exhibit
floor featuring beverages and snacks• Monthly issues of the ATS Exhibitor Newsletter• Exhibitor Appreciation Reception on
Sunday afternoon
VALUE-ADD OFFERINGS FOR EXHIBITORS
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DEMOGRAPHICS
We are pleased to present the independent third-party audit of the ATS 2019 International Conference. The audit is done by Exhibit Surveys, Inc. For the full details of the 2019 audit, visit the ATS conference web site: conference.thoracic.org/exhibitors/become-exhibitor/official-attendee-audit.php
Global
U.S. onlyProfessional Audited AttendanceU.S. (includes Puerto Rico, Guam and APO military bases) — 7,406 (64%) International— 4,149 (36%)For specific breakdown by state or country, please see the complete audit online. Percentages shown are based on attendance as a whole.
Total Professional Attendance 11,555Guests 185Media 74Exhibitors 2,430Total Overall Attendance 14,244
Amount of Time Spent in Patient Care
New England 6.4%
39% spend more than half their time in patient care
East North Central 9.5%
West North Central 3.5%
South Atlantic 11.1%
East South Central 2.7%
West South Central 5.1%
Mountain 4.4%
Pacific 8.8%
Canada 4.1%
North America 68.9%
Central America 0.1%
South America 3.5%
Europe 15%
Caribbean 0.1% Africa
0.5%
Middle East 0.6%
Asia 9.4%
Asia Pacific 1.9%
Note: People's Republic of China includes China, Hong Kong-PRC, and Taiwan
0% 3,352
1-25% 1,714
26-50% 1,591
51-75% 2,041
76-100% 2,349
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Attendees by Education Credentials*
Areas of Interest# of
attendees % of total
COPD 4,658 40.3%Asthma 4,605 39.9
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis 2,991 25.9ARDS 2,950 25.5
Interstitial Lung Diseases 2,833 24.5Pulmonary Hypertension 2,317 20.1
Bronchiectasis 2,032 17.6
Lung Cancers 1,905 16.5
Sepsis 1,864 16.1
Pneumonia 1,795 15.5
Mechanical Ventilation 1,726 14.9
Bronchoscopy 1,678 14.5
Cystic Fibrosis 1,544 13.4
Respiratory Failure/Injury 1,344 11.6
Shock 1,314 11.4
Non-Invasive Ventilation 1,313 11.4
Infectious Lung Diseases 1,303 11.3
Rare Lung Diseases 1,300 11.3
Sarcoidosis 1,264 10.9
Obstructive Sleep Apnea 1,203 10.4
Cough 1,189 10.3
Pulmonary Vascular Diseases 1,151 10.0
Air Movement and Airways Diseases 1,147 9.9
Pleural Effusion 1,136 9.8
Pulmonary Embolism Deep Vein Thrombosis 1,134 9.8
Top 25 Topics of Interest Listed*Top 20 Specialty Areas Listed*Major Areas/Nature of
Professional Work/Training# of
attendees% of total
Pulmonary (Adult) 5,317 46.0Critical Care (Adult) 3,003 26.0
Research (Basic Science) 1,592 13.8Research (Clinical) 1,573 13.6
Internal Medicine 1,449 12.5Pulmonary (Pediatric) 1,108 9.6
Allergy/Immunology 1,060 9.2
Cell & Molecular Biology 990 8.6
Sleep Medicine 812 7.0
Immunology 755 6.5
Clinical Practice 700 6.1
Education/Teaching 677 5.9
Administration/Management 631 5.5
Fellow 616 5.3
Full Professor 611 5.3
Pediatrics 606 5.2
Respiratory Therapy 595 5.2
Assistant Professor 594 5.1
Research (Epidemiology) 537 4.7
Infectious Disease 513 4.4
MD, DO and equivalent
58.3%6,719 Attendees
PhD
13.4%1,544 Attendees
MBBS
2.4%279 Attendees
BS
2.4%275 Attendees
PharM D/rPh
1.7%196 Attendees
*Attendees could select more than one response.
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Scientific Posters, and Exhibits Located Together
The Scientific Poster Session, and the Exhibit Hall are all located in Halls A-E on Level 200 of the convention center.
Coffee & Connections
Four Coffee & Connections are located throughout the Exhibit Hall. Attendees meet here to network with colleagues, peers, and friends. Complimentary coffee and energy rich snacks are available to power-up attendees.
Restoring Joy in Health Care
The Restoring Joy in Health Care booth continues to be an attendee favorite. Visits with therapy dogs are a draw for attendees to this booth.
Complimentary VIP Customer Exhibit Hall Only Registration
Each exhibiting company receives five complimentary VIP Customer Exhibit Hall Only Registrations. Take advantage of this program to invite your prospective customers to visit your booth. Use the link on the exhibitor registration page to send out invitations and track who has registered using your link. The VIP Customer Exhibit Hall Only Registration provides access into the Exhibit Hall only. Additional VIP Customer Exhibit Hall Only Registrations are available for $50 each.
Professional Headshots
Having a current headshot is vital due to recent advances in social media and online communication channels. The ATS offers attendees and exhibitors the ability to get a headshot taken by a professional photographer. This continues to be overwhelming success with over 1,500 attendees getting a photo at ATS 2019.
ATS EXHIBIT HALL TRAFFIC BUILDERS
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Industry Theaters
Industry Theaters in the Exhibit Hall allow attendees to gain knowledge of the latest industry advances in pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine. There are two Industry Theaters (seating 250 people), one Medium Theater (seating 125 people) and one Mini Theater (seating 50 people) located in the Exhibit Hall. Two time slots per day are available for the larger theaters, one time slot per day for the medium theater and three time slots per day for the mini theater. The ATS provides boxed lunches for the theaters to increase attendee participation.
Guru Bars
Guru Bars provide an intimate venue for sponsors to create a dynamic interaction with attendees. This learning experience consists of burst sessions of 15-20 minutes led by subject matter experts from industry.
Practical Workshops
The Practical Workshop (seating 75 people) offers medical device companies the opportunity to host a presentation with at least 30 minutes of hands-on skills training. One time slot per day is offered, and the sponsor can add boxed lunches to their presentation. Hands-on skill training is in high demand at the ATS International Conference.
Discovery Quest on the ATS Conference Mobile App
The Discovery Quest is a fun way for attendees to “learn” something new while exploring the Exhibit Hall. Attendees must correctly answer a question provided by each of the participating exhibitors. Attendees successfully completing the Discovery Quest qualify to win one of four prizes per day.
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“ATS allows us to reach a very targeted audience, and offers numerous opportunities to increase awareness of our company and its products. In addition, it provides an excellent networking opportunity.” - Sari Specter, MedEd On the Go
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DIGITAL ADVERTISING ON THE INTERACTIVE FLOORPLAN AND ONLINE EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY
For ATS 2019, exhibitor views exceeded 11,500 on the Interactive Floorplan and Online Exhibitor Directory. Start attracting attendee attention months before the conference by upgrading your listing.Exhibitors put a lot of attention into making their booth noticeable. Get on the attendees “must see” list by upgrading your listing.Digital advertising is available during the application process when booking your booth online. If you have any questions, please contact Stephen Folkert from Map Your Show at [email protected] or 513-338-2192
Exhibitors taking the Gold package were
viewed 2 times more than exhibitors with
a basic listing. (ATS 2019)
FeaturesGold
PackagePlatinum Package
Exclusive Hall Ad on Interactive Floorplan
Exclusive Directory Landing
Page
Price $500 $1,250 $4,000 $5,000
Early bird price (ends November 1)Not
availableNot
available $1,995 $2,995
Company logo
4 product images with descriptions
Access to leads
Priority placement at the top of all online searches
4 video panels (for a total of 8 display panels)
Inclusion in the Featured Exhibitor Search
Online booth is highlighted with a corner peel graphic on the Interactive Floorplan
Your video or image is featured on the home page of the Online Exhibitor Directory
One 728 x 90 pixel banner ad on the ATS Interactive Floorplan
Live link directs attendees to your listing on the ATS Interactive Floorplan on the ATS 2020 conference website Statistics available for tracking
Exclusive Banner Ad on Online Exhibitor Online Exhibitor Directory Landing Page Upload requires a 1456x180 static image (jpg or png)
One 180 x 150 pixel banner ad on the home screen of the Online Exhibitor Directory on the ATS 2020 conference website. Upload requires a 360x300 static image (jpg or png file preferred)
Live link directs attendees to your exhibitor profile/showcase Statistics available for tracking
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FUNDRAISING IN THE EXHIBIT HALL
The ATS encourages exhibitors to incorporate a fundraising activity for the
ATS Foundation Research Program as part of your booth. Make it fun, make it rewarding, and most importantly support research and improve patient care. It can be as easy as a $10 donation for each attendee participating in a challenge or quiz.The ATS Foundation Research Program provides research grants to promising young investigators launching careers dedicated to
scientific discovery and better patient care - 100% of the donation goes to support research grants and awards.The ATS is invested in your success and as such promotes your fundraising activity via the Assembly Newsletters, the ATS Daily Bulletin, Facebook, Twitter, and the Know Before You Go email blast to all registered attendees.To learn more about fundraising in the Exhibit Hall please contact Christine Zahn at [email protected] or by phone 212-315-8682
All fundraising activities must benefit the ATS Foundation Research Program.
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MEETING SPACE AT THE CONVENTION CENTER
Meeting Suites, Meetup Rooms and Expo SuitesComplete details on Meeting Space at the convention center is available at conference.thoracic.org/exhibitors
Private meeting space in the convention center is in high demand at the ATS 2020
International Conference. Take advantage of the opportunity to secure private meeting space onsite in the convention center. The ATS offers three options for meeting space – Meeting Suites, Meetup Rooms and Expo Suites. Meeting Suites and Meetup Rooms are located outside the Exhibit Hall and are available from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Saturday, May 16 through Tuesday, May 20.Reasons you need meeting space:
• Client meetings• Executive office/meeting space• Pre-con meetings• Training sessions• Focus groups• Hospitality suites• Private demonstrations• Relaxation/Break room for staff
Expo Suites (available to rent by exhibitors only)Expo Suites are private meeting rooms located in the Exhibit Hall. Expo Suites allow exhibitors to customize the interior of the space to meet their needs. Expo Suites are secured from Saturday, May 16 through Tuesday, May 20.Please note attendees can only access the Expo Suites during regular exhibit hall hours.Included with the Expo Suite:• Private meeting room (no ceiling)• Electrical (2000 watts)• Carpeting• 18”x18” sign with company logo
Expo Suites Cost• 10’x10’ Expo Suite $5,000• 10’x20’ Expo Suite $6,000• 20’x20’ Expo Suite $7,000• 20’x30’ Expo Suite $8,000
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MEETING SPACE AT THE CONVENTION CENTER
Meeting SuitesMeeting Suites are your complete turn-key solution for meeting space. Rooms include a conference table and chairs, a 32” LCD screen, electrical and wireless internet, carpet, ventilation unit, and a ceiling for privacy.
Cost 10’ x 20’up to 10 persons 2 hours Half Day Full Day 3 or More
DaysExhibitor $1,325 $2,650 $5,300 $15,800Non-Exhibitor $1,825 $3,150 $5,800 $16,300
Cost 20’ x 20’up to 20 persons 2 hours Half Day Full Day 3 or More
DaysExhibitor $1,950 $3,875 $7,750 $23,250Non-Exhibitor $2,450 $4,375 $8,250 $23,750
Meetup RoomsMeetup Rooms provide an affordable place for companies to meet with clients, customers, or staff. They include a conference table, chairs, and electrical. (Audio, visual, internet and ceiling not included.)
Cost 10’ x 20’up to 10 persons 2 hours Half Day Full Day 3 or More
DaysExhibitor $750 $1,500 $3,000 $9,000
Non-Exhibitor $1,250 $2,000 $3,500 $9,500
Cost 20’ x 20’up to 20 persons 2 hours Half Day Full Day 3 or More
DaysExhibitor $1,200 $2,400 $4,800 $14,500
Non-Exhibitor $1,700 $2,900 $5,300 $15,000
MEETING SPACES
Sample meeting room. NOTE: Forward panels illustrated as transparent to show booth detail. Actual panels are solid.
For information about Meeting Suites or Meetup Rooms contact: Fiona Zheng at [email protected] or 212-315-8605
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Clinical Trial Awareness
Positioned in a high-traffic location, distinct and separate from all other commercial
booths, the Clinical Trial Awareness area allows for scientific discussions to happen in a non-commercial environment.Connect with the thousands of attendees interested in clinical trial opportunities that advance pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine by reserving space in Clinical Trial Awareness. Meet one-on-one with attendees
to share the latest scientific advances and breakthroughs and to develop a dialogue for future partnerships and collaborations.The ATS recommends companies purchase the ATS pre-registration attendee list and send a targeted message to attendees in the countries and disease areas of the clinical trials to let them know you want to meet them. The attendee list order form is available in the Freeman service manual sent to exhibitors in February.
SPECIALTY AREAS FOR EXHIBITORS
Booth space is $1,100 per 10’ x 10’. Space is limited.The exhibiting hours for Clinical Trial Awareness differ from regular Exhibit Hall hours to maximize attendee traffic. The hours for Clinical Trial Awareness are as follows:
Sunday, May 17 – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday, May 18 – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 19 – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
How the ATS promotes the Clinical Trial Awareness
• Listing in the ATS Exhibit Guide
• Listing and write-up in the ATS ePreview sent to 30,000 attendees and potential attendees
• Write-up in the ATS Daily Bulletin
• Notifications via the ATS conference mobile app
• Signage placed around the convention center
Job Recruitment BoothsLet the ATS help you reach the job candidates
you need! With over 13,000 pulmonary, critical care, and sleep specialists in attendance, there is a good chance your next hire could be here. Discounted booth space is available for companies looking to recruit for open positions. Job Recruitment exhibitors may select any inline booth on the exhibit floor.
Check with your recruitment team to see if this addition to your ATS 2020 plans provides additional value to your company.
Cost $2,700 per 10’x10’ booth space The 10’x10’ booth space includes carpet, a 6’ draped table, and two chairs.
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EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
** Non-Profit Rate – is subject to availability and all new organizations must submit proof of non-profit status to Christine Zahn at [email protected]
Refund/Cancellation/DownsizingA refund minus the cancellation fee of 20% of the total booth price is available until February 6, 2020. After February 6, 2020, there are no refunds and the full balance is due.Please note for downsizing, half the priority points for the year are forfeited.The ATS retains the right to relocate an exhibitor after downsizing. The ATS can sell cancelled or downsized space to another exhibitor without any rebate or permission.
Rates$4,500 10’x10’ Inline Space
$4,700 10’x10’ Corner Space
$47.00 per sq. ft. Island Space$1,100 10’x10’ Non-Profit**
and Clinical Trial Awareness Space
$2,700 10’x10’ Recruitment Space
Exhibit Hours*Sunday, May 17, 202010:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Monday, May 18, 202010:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Tuesday, May 19, 202010:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Set-up*Friday, May 15, 20208:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 16, 20208:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
DismantlingTuesday, May 19, 2020
After the exhibit hall closes at 3:30 p.m.Dismantling prior to such is prohibited
*All times are subject to change
No price increase for 2020
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Independent Service Contractors Exhibiting firms may opt to use independent service contractors for installation and dismantling. If such contractors are used, the exhibiting firm is responsible for notifying the ATS of the name and address of the contractor by April 3, 2020. Independent service contractors are responsible for notifying the ATS of the booths they are working in by April 3, 2020. They are also responsible for providing management with proof of insurance coverage by that date.
Booth Construction • Standard booths are limited to 8 ft.
background drapes and 3 ft. side drapes. Maximum height of in-line exhibits are 8 ft. and may extend only 5 ft. from the back wall. The remaining 5 ft. must not exceed 4 ft. high.
• For islands, 20 ft. is the maximum height permitted and there must be access from all four sides with a 30% see through effect. All island booth layouts must be submitted for approval by April 3, 2020.
• Contact Christine Zahn at [email protected] for specifics and approval for any variations or two-story exhibits.
• All booths must be fully carpeted or have floor covering
• The maximum height for the top of any banner is 22 ft.
Ancillary Rates ATS 2020 Material Handling Rates Direct freight - $165.00 CWT Advance Freight - $193.00 CWTMaterial handling rates are straight time, blended/composite rates which include any special handling or loose/uncrated surcharges. There is a 100# minimum per shipment.Labor Rates $155.00 per hour Straight Time $225.00 per hour Overtime $305.00 per hour Double Time
Registration • All exhibitor personnel must be registered. • Four (4) registrations per 10’ x 10’ booth
are provided without charge. This rule is enforced. An exhibitor badge allows admission to the Exhibit Hall, unticketed sessions and events, and open receptions. To attend any sessions that have any additional fees, or to claim CME, Nursing, or MOC Part II Credit, an exhibitor must register as a paid attendee.
• One (1) Exhibit Hall Only badge is provided for exhibitors with a 10’ x 30’ booth or larger specifically for an Installation & Dismantle Supervisor staying for the duration of the conference.
• Each exhibiting company is entitled to 5 complimentary VIP Customer Exhibit Hall Only Guest passes.
• Additional exhibitor staff badges over the allotment per exhibiting company are $50.00 per badge.
• Exhibitor badges are personal and are not to be given to anyone else. Exhibitors caught badge swapping will have their badge confiscated permanently and be removed from the conference.
• Supplemental badges or those altered or changed by using a business card, ribbons, or company logos are not permitted and may be confiscated.
• Exhibitor badges can be transferred only if the original badge is surrendered permanently at the exhibitor registration desk.
• Exhibitor badges are printed in the name of the company shown on the exhibit reservation and application form only.
EXHIBIT BOOTH INFORMATION
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The Pennsylvania Convention Center has established new
progressive work rules and streamlined services to provide flexibility and independence, resulting in greater cost efficiencies and a better overall customer experience.
Easy Display SetupWithin your booth area or show space, full-time employees of the Exhibiting Company (as long as there is not an EAC Contracted for the booth setup/dismantle) have the freedom to setup and tear down your display, hang graphics and signage, install floor coverings, and install non-rented A/V equipment including tablets for non-public use without limitation to booth size.
Unpack And RestockFull-Time employees of an exhibiting company have the freedom to open boxes, stock shelves, setup, plug in, hang up, and freely distribute their non-bulk products/literature within their booth without limitation to size of the booth.
Display MaintenanceFull-Time employees of the exhibiting company have the freedom to perform maintenance on their own display equipment after the initial setup without limitation to size of the booth.
Use Of Power ToolsFull-Time employees of the exhibiting company may use their own tools and ladders (up to 6 feet) to set up and tear down exhibits.
THE PENNSYLVANIA CONVENTION CENTER’SNEW EXHIBITOR WORK RULES
Hand Cart UsageFull-Time employees of the exhibiting company may use their own dollies, luggage carriers, non-hydraulic carts, and two-to-four-wheel hand trucks.
Simple Computer SetupFull-Time employees of an exhibiting company may set-up/connect their own (non-rented) computers, tablets, and all computer components and any required low-voltage power supply equipment for non-public use. Show labor is required to set-up any rented equipment, computers & tablets including when using to collect Data. Public use of computers & tablets in exhibiting booth space must be set by union labor.
Non-Commercial Vehicle UsageFull-Time employees of the exhibiting company may drive their non-commercially registered personally owned vehicle to a designated area to unload.
For complete details on labor unions and work rules in Philadelphia visitconference.thoracic.org/exhibitors/tools
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DATES AND CONTACTSImportant Dates to Remember
2019
October Exhibitor housing opens
December Phase 1 attendee and exhibitor registration opens
2020
Late January
Phase 2 attendee registration opens – includes all sessions, courses and workshops
February 6 • Final payment due for exhibit space
• “No Refund” policy goes into effect
• Link to the Exhibitor Service Manual distributed to contracted and fully paid exhibitors
March 5 Company description and product category selection due for printed ATS Exhibit Guide and Online Exhibitor Directory
April 3 • Notification due regarding intent to use outside contractors and proof of insurance from contractor
• Island booth layouts submitted for approval
• Tanks of compressed gas forms due
• Promotional give-away approval deadline (written approval required)
Important ContactsTHE ATS EXHIBITS TEAM
LOGISTICS
Christine ZahnDirector, Corporate Alliances & Exhibition Operations
[email protected] (212) 315-8682
SALES
Steven Strom Exhibit Sales Associate
[email protected](661) 615-3515
SPONSORSHIPFiona ZhengManager, Corporate Alliances & Exhibition Operations
[email protected](212) 315-8605
OFFICIAL ATS VENDORS
GENERAL SERVICE CONTRACTOR
Freeman 909 Newark TurnpikeKearny, NJ 07032
T (201) 299-7575F (469) 621-5618
Email: [email protected]
Freeman Exhibit TransportationUS & Canada T (800) 995-3579
F (469) 621-5810Outside U.S. & Canada: T (817) 607-5183
Email: [email protected]
HOUSING
Experient A Maritz Global Events Company5202 Presidents Ct., Suite G100 Frederick, MD 21703
(800) 967-8852
Email: [email protected]
REGISTRATION
Convention Data Services (CDS)7 Technology Park DriveBourne, MA 02532
(866) 635-3582 Customer Service representatives are available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST)
Email: [email protected]
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3D Systems Simbionix4DxAcceleron PharmaActelion Pharmaceuticals US Inc.AerogenAllergan USA, Inc.Allergy & Asthma NetworkAlliance Tech Medical, Inc.Alpha-1 FoundationAltavant SciencesALung TechnologiesAMBUAmerican Association for
Respiratory CareAmerican Board of Internal
MedicineAmerican College of Chest
Physicians (CHEST)American Lung Association in
TexasAmerican Thoracic SocietyArdent Health ServicesARDS FoundationAsian Pacific Society of
RespirologyAsociacion Argentina de Medicina
RespiratoriaAsociacion Latinoamericana de
Torax - ALATAssociates of Cape Cod, Inc.Association of Pulmonary
Advanced Practice ProvidersAsthma and Allergy Foundation of
AmericaAstraZenecaAuris HealthAyuVis ResearchB. Braun Interventional Systems,
Inc.BayerBaylor Scott & White HealthBDBellerophon TherapeuticsBiodesix, Inc.Biofire Diagnostics, LLCBiogenBleepSleepBMS/PfizerBody Vision MedicalBoehringer Ingelheim
Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Bosch Healthcare Solutions GmbHBoston Medical Products /
NovatechBoston Scientific CorporationBRAEBON Snoring & Sleep ApneaBrazilian Thoracic SocietyBreathe Technologies, Inc.Broncus Medical, Inc.Bruker BioSpinBTGCanadian Thoracic SocietyCDC National Center for
Environmental HealthCenters for Disease Control and
PreventionChildren’s Hospital of MichiganChildren’s Interstitial & Diffuse Lung
Disease Foundation (chILD)Christus HealthCincinnati Children’s
Circassia Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Clement Clarke InternationalCMI Health Inc.Cohero HealthContec Medical Systems Co., LTDCOOK MEDICALCOPA Syndrome FoundationCoreline Soft Co., Ltd.Covalon Technologies AGCRC Press, Taylor & Francis GroupData Sciences International (DSI)DynarisEastern Pulmonary ConferenceECO MEDICS - ECO PHYSICSEgyptian Pediatric Pulmonology
SocietyElsevierEMMSEnvision Physician ServicesERBE USAERTEuropean Respiratory SocietyFDA Center for Tobacco ProductsFibroGen, Inc.Fidelta, Ltd.Fisher & Paykel HealthcareFLUIDDA NVFoundation for Sarcoidosis
ResearchFUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A.,
Inc.Fujifilm SonoSiteFuturemedGalapagos NVGanshorn LLCGCE HealthcareGenentech, A Member of the
Roche GroupGenentech/NovartisGilead Sciences Inc.GlaxoSmithKlineGreat Lakes Dental TechnologiesGrifols USA, LLCHans Rudolph, Inc.HCMED INNOVATIONSHealthup | AioCareHermansky-Pudlak Syndrome
Network, Inc.HexoskinHillromHouston Methodist J.C. Walter JR
Transplant CenterHuger Medical Instrument Co. Ltd.IDbyDNA, Inc.Imbio, LLCIndian Chest SocietyInfinity Massage ChairsInsmed IncorporatedInspire Medical Systems, Inc.International BiophysicsInternational Institute for the
Advancement of MedicineInternational Society for Aerosols in
MedicineInternational Union Against
Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union)
INTUITIVEIrish Thoracic SocietyItamar MedicalJAMA Network
Japanese Respiratory SocietyJazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Kaiser PermanenteKonica Minolta Healthcare
Americas, Inc.Kreg TherapeuticsLa Jolla Pharmaceutical CompanyLevel ExLung Transplant FoundationLUNGevity FoundationLymol Medical CorporationMallinckrodt PharmaceuticalsMarshfield Clinic Health SystemMasimoMaxor SpecialtyMayne PharmaMcGuff PharmaceuticalsMedEd On The GoMedQIAMedtronicMerit Medical EndotekMethapharm, Inc.MGC DiagnosticsMIR - Medical International
ResearchMonaghan Medical CorporationMonitored Therapeutics, Inc.Morgan Scientific IncMount Sinai Health SystemMunson HealthcareMylan Inc.National Board for Respiratory
Care, Inc.National Board of
Echocardiography, Inc.National Death IndexNational Disease Research
InterchangeNational Heart, Lung, and Blood
InstituteNational Institute of Environmental
Health Science (NIEHS)National Jewish Healthndd Medical Technologies Inc.NeilMed PharmaceuticalsNeuWave / Johnson & JohnsonNorthwell HealthNorthwest SeminarsNova BiomedicalNovabiosisNovartis PharmaceuticalsNTM Info & Research, Inc.NuvoairOlympus America Inc.Oncimmune USA LLCOptellum Ltd.Owlstone Medical LtdPan African Thoracic Society
(PATS)Passy-Muir, Inc.patientMpowerPCD FoundationPediatric Search PartnersPenn State Health PerkinElmerPF WarriorsPhilips RespironicsPolarean, Inc.PracticeLinkPraedicarePropeller Health
Provider Solutions + DevelopmentPublic Health Foundation of IndiaPulmonary Fibrosis FoundationPulmonary Hypertension
AssociationPulmonary Wellness OnlinePulmOne USA Inc.Pulmonx Corp.RBReata PharmaceuticalsRegeneron Pharmaceuticals/
Sanofi GenzymeResMedresTORbioRestoring Joy in Health CareRocket Medical PLCSanostec CorporationSanthera PharmaceuticalsSavara Inc.SCIREQ - an emka
TECHNOLOGIES companySCL HealthScleroderma FoundationSEOIL PACIFIC CORP.SomnoMed, Inc.Spire HealthSt. Joseph Hospital & Medical
CenterSTEMCELL Technologies, Inc.Sunovion Medical AffairsSunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.SynsorMedTaiwan Society of Pulmonary and
Critical Care MedicineTakedaTemple Lung CenterTEVA PharmaceuticalsThe Intensivist CompanyThe LAM Foundation/
LymphangioleiomyomatosisThe PERT ConsortiumThironaThoracic Society of Australia and
New ZealandTHORASYS Thoracic Medical
Systems IncTSI HealthcareTuberous Sclerosis AllianceTurkish Thoracic SocietyU.S. EPA’s National Air and Energy
Research ProgramUnited States Navy Recruiting
CommandUnited TherapeuticsUPMCUreSil LLCUS Acute Care SolutionsUS Army Dallas Medical Recruiting
StationVathin Medical Co. Ltd.Ventec Life SystemsVeracyte, Inc.Veran Medical TechnologiesVertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Vitalograph, Inc.Vyaire MedicalWolters Kluwer
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INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE | May 15 - 20, 2020Pennsylvania Convention CenterExhibition Dates: May 17 - 19
U P C O M I N G : M AY 1 4 - 1 9 , 2 0 2 1 S A N D I E G O | M AY 1 3 - 1 8 , 2 0 2 2 S A N F R A N C I S C O