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8TH WORLD CONGRESS OF THE WORLD INSTITUTE OF PAIN (WIP)

INDUSTRY SUPPORT AND EXHIBITION PROSPECTUS

20-23 May 2016, Hilton NYC, New York, USA

TABLE OF CONTENTINVITATION FROM THE PRESIDENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

ABOUT WIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

WIP COMMITTEES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

WIP 2016 CONGRESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

WIP 2016: SCIENTIFIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

WIP 2016 PRELIMINARY SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM OUTLINE . . 11

CME ACCREDITATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

PARTICIPANT DEMOGRAPHICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

PREVIOUS SUPPORTERS & EXHIBITORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

LOCATION & VENUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

CITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

PASSPORT AND VISA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

THE CONGRESS VENUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

FLOOR PLANS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

SUPPORT CATEGORIES & BENEFITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

SUPPORT CATEGORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

INDUSTRY SUPPORT BENEFITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES . . . . . . . . . . . .24

PROMOTIONAL SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES . . . . . . . . . . .26

ADVERTISEMENT OPPORTUNITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

EXHIBITION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR SUPPORTERS& EXHIBITORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

CONTRACTS & CONFIRMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

BOOKING FORM AND CONTRACT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

TERMS OF PAYMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

TERMS AND CONDITION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

INVITATION FROM THE PRESIDENTDear Friends & Colleagues,

The World Institute of Pain (WIP) has chosen New York as the venue for its 8th World Congress . New York, the heart of the USA, proved in 2009 to be highly accessible to WIP’s Congress participants . We look forward to delivering a dynamic educational program that fulfils the standards of scholarly excellence that our global network of pain professionals expect from WIP .

Through your support of the WIP World Congress, we truly realize our mission of bringing together the most recognized experts in the field of pain medicine throughout the world for the advancement and standardization of interventional pain practice and achievement of improved standards of care .

WIP’s combined focus on participant-friendly yet intense educational activities has led to the development of novel interventional techniques for the management of pain . Concurrently, we have fostered consensus building amongst pain experts on the effectiveness of existing techniques and on avenues for further improvements in therapeutic performances . This is your chance to exchange knowledge and experiences with true pioneers of pain medicine from all over the world .

The Scientific Program Committee, Chaired by James P . Rathmell (USA), is preparing a dynamic program encompassing state-of-the-art, evidence-based, and best-practice-based Pain Medicine .

As always, New York’s cultural opportunities, unique style, and iconic architecture create a dynamic and memorable experience .We look forward to welcoming you to New York in 2016 for a very special pain conference - the 8th World Congress of the World Institute of Pain .

Sincerely,WORLD INSTITUTE OF PAIN

Kris C .P . Vissers, MD, PhD, FIPP President

ABOUT WIPThe World Institute of Pain® (WIP), founded in 1993, is an international institute for global advancement and standardization of physician education, training, and certification of pain physicians.

The biennial WIP World Congress, the preeminent summit on pain management, is the mainstay of the educational mission of WIP. Thousands of physicians who dedicate themselves to the phenomena of acute and chronic pain syndromes come together as both teachers and learners to contribute to the advancement of pain education and collaboration on clinical practice standards of excellence worldwide. Together, with our educational supporters representing top clinicians & scientists, medical device and pharmacologic industries, WIP brings together the most recognized experts in the field of pain medicine to exchange medical science, practical experience, and evidence-based techniques in the field of interventional pain management.

As a professional society, WIP also publishes a high impact scholarly journal, PAIN Practice; certifies physicians who meet the qualifications and competency standards for certification as Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice® and Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist; administers a recognition program for pain centers of excellence; and organizes and endorses annually a broad spectrum of regional and international symposia and hands-on workshops that promote the highest standards and techniques of interventional pain practice.

To learn more about WIP and how you can participate in our global mission, please visit our website or contact any Board member of WIP.

HOMEPAGE: http://www.worldinstituteofpain.org

FULL ADDRESS:WIP SECRETARIAT 145 Kimel Park Drive, Suite 208 Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27103-6972 USA Tel: +1 (336) 760-2933 Fax: +1 (336) 760-2981 Email: [email protected]

SOCIETY’S OFFICIAL PUBLICATIONSPain Practice, the official journal of WIP, was introduced in 2001. Published by Wiley-Blackwell and indexed in Medline, the journal provides a forum for physicians to acquire and contribute to the knowledge needed to promote the advancement of interventional pain practice around the world.

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MISSION WIP’s mission is to bring together the most recognized experts in the field of pain medicine throughout the world for the advancement and standardization of interventional pain practice and the achievement of improved standards of care for pain patients. WIP fulfils its mission through sponsorship and endorsement of educational and training programs for pain physicians. These programs are aimed at facilitating the development of practice guidelines and standards of examining and assessing competency in physicians whospecialize in interventional pain practice.

The World Institute of Pain was founded in 1993 as a worldwide organization that aims to promote the best practice of pain medicine for the 21st century. The majority of acute, chronic, and cancer patients are inadequately represented in the world. The population of chronic pain and cancer pain patients is expected to double by the year 2030, and the older population is expected to live longer. Specialized and focused care of pain patients is essential if adequate and continued care is to provide comfort and functional improvement in their daily living. Pain medicine specialists can provide this care. Through educational initiatives, including WIP World Congresses, regional symposia, and practical workshops on interventional pain practice, WIP helps promote consensus building among experts on the effectiveness of existing techniques and avenues for advancement of therapeutic performances.

ACTIVITIES World Congress The preeminent summit on pain management, the biennial WIP World Congress is the mainstay of WIP’s educational mission. WIP World Congresses contribute to the global advancement of pain education and clinical practice standards of excellence.

Symposia and WorkshopsWIP endorses regional and international pain symposia and practical workshops that are organized by an FIPP member of WIP and enrich the educational mission of WIP.

FIPP WIP and its FIPP Board of Examination introduced the Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice (FIPP) physician certification program in 2001. Over 800 physicians from 50 countries have been certified. The three-part examination (theoretical, practical, and oral) is based on currently-accepted levels of knowledge and expertise in interventional techniques. The FIPP certification program contributes to the global advancement and standardization of interventional pain practice.

EPP Award Introduced in 2010, the Excellence in Pain Practice Award program recognizes pain centers that demonstrate excellence in clinical practice, education, training, and cutting-edge research. Through its network of EPP pain centers, WIP aims to broaden the scope and reach of physician collaboration globally. To date, WIP has recognized over 20 pain centers in countries throughout Europe, SE and NE Asia, Africa, Australia and the United States.

WIP COMMITTEESWIP Council 2015 - 2017EXECUTIVE BOARD:Kris C .P . Vissers, MD, PhD, FIPP, President – The Netherlands

Craig T . Hartrick, MD, DABPM, FIPP, President-elect – USA

Philippe Mavrocordatos, MD, FIPP, Honorary Secretary – Switzerland

Muhammad Ather, MD, FRCA, FIPP, FFPMRCA, Honorary Treasurer – UK

Jan Van Zundert, MD, PhD, FIPP, Chair, Board of Sections – Belgium

Athina Vadalouca, MD, PhD, FIPP, Chair, Advisory Board – Greece

To be appointed, Editor-in-Chief, Pain Practice – USA

Maarten van Kleef, MD, PhD, FIPP, Chair, Board of Examination – The Netherlands

Richard L . Rauck, MD, FIPP, Immediate Past President – USA

Ricardo Ruiz-López, MD, FIPP, Founder and Past President – Spain

Serdar Erdine, MD, FIPP, Founder and Past President – Turkey

Gabor B . Racz, MD, DABIPP, FIPP, Founder and Past President – USA

P . Prithvi Raj, MD, DABIPP, DABPM, FIPP, Founder and Past President – USA

Dianne L . Willard, Executive Officer – USA

SECTION CHAIRS:Anwar Arshad, MD, FIPP - Malaysia

Diego Beltrutti, MD, FIPP – Italy

Meir Bennun, MD, FIPP – Israel

Honorio T . Benzon, MD, DABPM, FIPP – USA

Frantz J . Cólimon, MD, FIPP – Colombia

Peter G . Courtney, MBBS, FIPP - Australia

Fabricio Dias Assis, MD, FIPP – Brazil

Pauline du Plessis, MD, FIPP – Africa

Juan Carlos Flores, MD, FIPP – Latin America

Dominic Hegarty, MSC, FCARSCI, FIPP - Ireland

Frank Huygen, MD, PhD, FIPP – The Netherlands

Magdi Ramzi Iskander, MD, FFARCS, FIPP – Middle East

Edvin B . Koshi, MD, FRCPC, CIME, CEDIR, FIPP – Canada

Mehran Kouchek, MD, FIPP - Iran

Sang Chul Lee, MD, PhD, FIPP – NE Asia

Martin Marianowicz, MD, FIPP – Central-Eastern Europe

Philippe Mavrocordatos, MD, FIPP – Switzerland

Patrick R . McGowan, MBChB, FRCA, FIPP, FFPMRCA – UK

Nuri Süleyman Özyalçın, MD, FIPP - Turkey

Carmen Pichot, MD, FIPP - Iberian

Edit Racz, MD, FIPP - Hungary

José R . Rodríguez Hernández, MD, FIPP – Puerto Rico

Pankaj Surange, MD, FIPP - India

Athina Vadalouca, MD, PhD, FIPP – Mediterranean

Jan Van Zundert, MD, PhD, FIPP - Belgium

Alex Sow Nam Yeo, MD, PhD, FIPP – SE Asia

WIP 2016 Organizing CommitteeSCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE: Chair: James Rathmell, USA

Co-Chair: Clifford Woolf, USA

• Massimo Allegri, Italy

• Michael Bennett, UK

• Nicholas Chua, Singapore

• Phillip Finch, Australia

• Juan-Carlos Flores, Argentina

• Michael Gofeld, Canada

• Frank Huygen, The Netherlands

• Athina Vadalouca, Greece

• Maarten van Kleef, The Netherlands - Advise r

• Jan van Zundert, Belgium

• Kris Vissers, The Netherlands

LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE: Chair: Honorio Benzon, USA

• Esther M. Benedetti, USA

• Kenneth B. Chapman, USA

• Jianguo Cheng, USA

• Christopher Gilligan, USA

• Salim Hayek, USA

• Edvin B. Koshi, Canada

• Richard Rauck, US A

• Peter S. Staats, USA

Ex-Officio:

• Serdar Erdine, Turkey

• Richard Rauck, USA

• Craig Hartrick, USA

• Kris Vissers, The Netherlands

WIP 2016 CONGRESS WHY SHOULD YOU PARTICIPATE?• Demonstrate your company’s leadership in the field of pain

• Reach key thought leaders academic and industry researchers and clinicians

• Raise your company’s visibility in the field

• Exhibit and distribute your marketing and promotional materials

• Convene a corporate symposium

WIP 2016 OBJECTIVESWIP 2016 will bring together leading scientists, public health experts, policy-makers to translate recent momentous scientific advances into action that will address means to end the epidemic, within the current context of significant global economic challenges .

The WIP 2016 will have a positive impact on the anesthesiology, neurosciences, physical medicine and rehabilitation response globally with the following objectives;

• To bring together the world’s scientific experts to catalyze and advance scientific knowledge about acute and chronic pain management, present the most recent research findings, and promote and enhance scientific collaborations around the world .

• To bring together community leaders, scientists, and policy leaders to promote and enhance programmatic collaborations to more effectively address regional, national and local responses to acute and chronic pain management around the world and overcome barriers that limit access to prevention, care and services .

• To engage key, new and non-traditional stakeholders throughout the world in the development of and participation throughout the WIP 2016 program .

• To illustrate the enormity of the human suffering and economic cost if society fails to act on the scientific opportunities now available to reverse the epidemic .

5 REASONS TO ATTEND

By the Numbers: WIP 2016 is building on a 2014 event that was an unabashed success, with 1,600 leading clinicians, researchers and residents specializing in Pain and Anesthesiology having met in Maastricht, The Netherlands to exchange experiences and expertise .

A World of Knowledge: WIP gatherings harness the expertise and experience of thousands of pain clinicians from around the world .

Through Diversity, Consensus: WIP’s diversity of delegates has developed a well-informed consensus for implementing the most promising techniques aimed at improving therapeutic performance .

NYC State of Mind: I NY ! Thanks to the city’s diversity and vibrant intellectual life, it remains the cultural capital of the United States .

Breakthroughs ‘R’ Us: WIP events routinely produce novel interventional techniques for the management of pain .

GENERAL INFORMATION DATE20-23 May, 2016

CITY/COUNTRYNew York, USA

VENUE

1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York 10019Tel: +1 212-586-7000Web: www.newyorkhiltonhotel.com

PARTICIPANTSOver 2,000

CONGRESS ORGANIZERKenes InternationalRue François-Versonnex 7CH-1207 GenevaSwitzerland Email: [email protected]: http://wip2016.kenes.com

Please contact with questions regarding abstract submission, and general Congress information

SUPPORT & EXHIBITION SALESAudrey AlloulKenes InternationalRue François-Versonnex 7CH-1207 GenevaSwitzerland Tel: +41 22 908 0488 Ext: 541Fax: +41 22 906 9140Email: [email protected]

Please contact with any queries regarding support and exhibition opportunities

TECHNICAL & EXHIBITION DEPARTMENTElianne Baran Ganot Exhibition ManagerTel: +41 22 908 0488 Ext: 921Fax: +41 22 906 9140Email: [email protected]

Please contact with any questions regarding technical support of exhibition (building / dismantling) & shipments

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION FOR GROUPSShirley RaphaelyHotel Sales ManagerTel: +41 22 9080488 Ext: 586Fax: +41 22 9069140Email: [email protected]

Please contact regarding group accommodation

LIABILITY & INSURANCEThe Congress Secretariat and organizers cannot accept liability for personal accidents or loss of or damage to private property of participants, either during or indirectly arising from the WIP 2016.

LANGUAGEThe official language of the Congress is English.

VISA REQUIREMENTForeign participants may require visas in order to enter the USA. Please check with your local USA Consulate or Embassy.

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WIP 2016: SCIENTIFICABSTRACT TOPICS• Basic Research: Molecular and Cellular Biology

• Basic Research: Pharmacology

• Basic Research: Physiology, Anatomy, Animal Models

• Cancer Pain

• Chronic Pain

• Epidemiology

• Fibromyalgia

• Headache

• Joint, Muscle and Myofascial Pain

• Low Back Pain

• Neuropathic Pain

• Neuropathic Pain: Central Nervous System

• Nursing in Pain Management

• Obstetric Labor Pain

• Orofacial Pain

• Pain Diagnosis and Evaluation

• Pain Economics and National Health Systems

• Pain in Children

• Pain in the Elderly

• Palliative Care

• Postherpetic Pain

• Postoperative Pain

• Rehabilitation and Disability

• Treatment Approaches: Interventional

• Treatment Approaches: Neuromodulation

• Treatment Approaches: Pharmacological: Non-opioid

• Treatment Approaches: Pharmacological: Opioid

• Treatment Approaches: Physical Therapy

• Treatment Approaches: Psychosocial and Cognitive

WIP 2016 - PRELIMINARY SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM OUTLINESubject to change

Friday, 20 May, 2016

Hall A(1,200 pax)

Hall B(540 pax)

Hall C(350 pax)

Hall D(320 pax)

Hall E(180 pax)

9:30-11:00 Review of Pain Medicine 01

Review of Pain Medicine 02









12:30-12:45 Short Break

12:45-14:15Lunch Satellite Symposium

14:15-15:00 Special Lecture

15:00-15:15 Short Break to change halls

15:15-16:45 Topical Seminar 01 Topical Seminar 02 Topical Seminar 03 Topical Seminar 04 Topical Seminar 05


17:00-17:45 Opening Ceremony

17:45-19:00 Welcome Reception in the Exhibition Area

Saturday, 21 May, 2016

Hall A(1,200 pax)

Hall B(540 pax)

Hall C(350 pax)

Hall D(320 pax)

Hall E(180 pax)

Hall F(155 pax)


Breakfast Satellite Symposium






9:15-10:45 Plenary Session 1

10:45-11:15 Coffee Break, Exhibition Visit & Poster Viewing

11:15-12:45 Topical Seminar 06 Topical Seminar 07 Topical Seminar 08 Topical Seminar 09 Review of Pain Medicine 14

Oral Presentations

12:45-14:15

Lunch Break and Exhibition Visit

Lunch Satellite Symposium



15:30-17:00 Topical Seminar 10 Topical Seminar 11 Topical Seminar 12 Topical Seminar 13 Review of Pain Medicine 15


17:15-18:45Evening Satellite

SymposiumEvening Satellite

SymposiumEvening Satellite

Symposium

Sunday, 22 May, 2016

Hall A(1,200 pax)

Hall B(540 pax)

Hall C(350 pax)

Hall D(320 pax)

Hall E(180 pax)

Hall F(155 pax)

7:30-9:00 Breakfast Satellite Symposium


Live Demonstrations in U/S




9:15-10:45 Plenary Session 2


11:15-12:45 Topical Seminar 14 Topical Seminar 15Live Demonstrations in U/S

Topical Seminar 16 Topical Seminar 17

12:45-14:15

Lunch Break and Exhibition Visit

Lunch Satellite Symposium



15:30-17:00 Topical Seminar 18 Topical Seminar 19Live Demonstrations in U/S

Topical Seminar 20 Topical Seminar 21 Oral Presentations

20:00 Networking Event (Dinner)

Monday, 23 May, 2016

Hall A(1,200 pax)

Hall B(540 pax)

Hall C(350 pax)

Hall D(320 pax) Offsite Offsite

9:00-10:30 Plenary Session 3 Plenary Session 4 09:00-15:00WIP Cadaver Workshop(pre-registrationrequired)

09:00-15:00WAPMU Cadaver Workshop(pre-registrationrequired)

10:30-11:00 Coffee Break

11:00-12:30 Topical Seminar 22 Topical Seminar 23 Topical Seminar 24 Topical Seminar 25

12:30-13:00 Closing Ceremony

WIP Society and Congress Chairman must ensure all physician participants are available to attend the entire academic program . Therefore, we kindly ask your cooperation in NOT planning any activities in parallel to the educational program .

CME ACCREDITATIONCOMMITMENT TO THE HIGHEST STANDARDS IN CME/CPDKenes is committed to being a valuable and knowledgeable partner in the design and delivery of educationally strong, independent, transparent, and effective CME/CPD programs. Kenes is a proud member of the Good CME Practice Group (gCMEp), a member organization contributing to improving health outcomes by:

• Championing best practice in CME • Maintaining and improving standards • Mentoring and educating • Working in collaboration with critical stakeholders

Membership in the Good CME Practice Group illustrates the Kenes commitment to high standards and knowledgeable partnership with its clients in the design and delivery of educationally strong, independent, transparent, effective and financially viable medical events. For more information, visit: www.gcmep.eu

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION CREDITThis educational activity will be planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM) and WIP. The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM) is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Complete details will be available on the congress website at http://wip2016.kenes.com/

KEY DATES• Deadline for submission of abstracts: Tuesday, January 19, 2016

• Early Bird Registration Fee Deadline:Tuesday, March 22, 2016

• Regular Registration Fee Deadline: Wednesday, May 4, 2016

SATELLITE SYMPOSIASatellite Symposia are offered to industry as non-CME commercial/promotional sessions. As such, companies are free to choose their topics, invite speakers, and control content. However, topic and program are subject to approval by the scientific committee and all such sessions will be indicated in the program as: Satellite Symposium organized by: Company Name (not included in the main event CME/CPD credit offering)

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PARTICIPANT DEMOGRAPHICS

Participants by World Regions

Participants by Professional Role

BudapestHungary

New YorkUSA

MiamiFlorida

MaastrichtThe Netherlands

1,838participants

2,516participants

1,614participants

1,667participants

2007 2009 2012 2014

WIP 2012 Miami, USA

Top 20 countries

Professional Interest

WIP 2014 Maastricht, Netherlands

Participants by Professional Role

Participants by Work Place

SILVER SUPPORTERS GENERAL SUPPORTERS

PREVIOUS SUPPORTERS & EXHIBITORS

PLATINUM SUPPORTERS GOLD SUPPORTERS

EXHIBITORS

LOCATION & VENUECITY New York is one of the most impressive cities in the US, as well as in the world. It is in the north-eastern United States, in south-eastern New York State, approximately halfway betweenWashington, D.C. and Boston. New York exerts a significant impact upon commerce, finance, media, art, fashion, research, technology, education, and entertainment. Home of theheadquarters of the United Nations, New York is an important center for international diplomacy, and has been described as the cultural and financial capital of the world. New York is the most densely populated major city in the United States. As many as 800 languages are spoken in New York, making it the most linguistically diverse city in the world.The New York City Subway is one of the most extensive metro systems worldwide, with 468 stations in operation. New York City’s higher education network comprises over 120 colleges and universities, including Columbia University, New York University, and Rockefeller University, which have been ranked among the top 35 in the world.

INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTNew York’s airspace is the busiest in the United States and one of the world’s busiest air transportation corridors. The three busiest airports in the New York metropolitan area include John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, and LaGuardia Airport.

The distance between the venue of WIP 2016 and the nearby airports can be easily manageable via public transportation.

PASSPORT AND VISAA valid Visa to the US is required for anyone wishing to travel to the US. To travel to the United States for holiday or business, you will need a valid short travel entry permit, such as an ESTA, B2 visa for Visitors or B1 visa for Business. The form to apply for the Visa can be found onwww.migrationexpert.com

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THE CONGRESS VENUE New York Hilton is located in the midst of Manhattan action, in central Midtown, and is convenient location for business travellers. LaGuardia, JFK and Newark Liberty airports are all just in a short ride away, as are NYC’s Grand Central Terminal, Penn Station, and the Port Authority.

The distance between the venue of WIP 2016 and the nearby airports can be easily manageable via public transportation.

FLOOR PLANSSubject to change

WIP 2016 New YorkSecond Floor, Option A

WIP 2016 New YorkThird Floor, Option A

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SUPPORT CATEGORIES & BENEFITSSUPPORT CATEGORIES Supporters will be given a support category status dependent upon the total amount of your support. The total contribution will consist of items such as industry sessions, advertisements, and exhibition space. You will benefit from outstanding advantages linked to your supporter category.

Platinum and Gold Supporters will be offered first choice until September 8, 2015.

Status will be allocated as follows:

** Exhibitors with a contribution of less than $15,000 will be acknowledged as Exhibitors only.

Category Minimum contribution

PLATINUM Supporter

GOLD Supporter

SILVER Supporter

BRONZE Supporter

GENERAL Supporter

INDUSTRY SUPPORT BENEFITSBenefits will be allocated to industry supporters based on the following table:

SPECIAL REQUESTSTailored packages can be arranged to suit your objectives. Please feel free to contact Audrey Alloul, Support and Exhibition Sales Department, to discuss your needs: [email protected]

Branded items will carry company logos only . No products logos or advertisements are permitted .

BenefitPLATINUM Supporter

GOLD Supporter

SILVER Supporter

BRONZE Supporter

GENERAL Supporter

Organization of an exclusive Plenary Industry Session

Mailshot for Symposium to list of registered participants (2-4 weeks before the Congress)

Final list of participants (after the Congress), include only participants who agree to share information

Priority choice: Parallel Industry Session slots

1st 2nd 3rd

Priority choice exhibition space 1st 2nd 3rd

Congress registrations 10 5 3 1

Insert in the Congress Bags 2 1 1

Number of Satellite Symposium posters permitted to be displayed in the Congress Center (on the day of the session)

4 3 2 1

Supporter’s logo (company logo only, no product logos) with hyperlink on Congress website

Supporter’s logo (company logo only, no product logos) in the Industry Section of the Program

Acknowledgment on Supporters’ Board on-site


EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIESMedical education plays an important role in the quality of healthcare delivered across the globe. By providing an educational grant in support of the educational opportunities below, you are making a vital contribution to these efforts.

EDUCATIONAL GRANTS Grants of any amount are appreciated and important to the success of the event.

z Support will be acknowledged in the CME/CPD Accreditation page of the program, on the event website and with signage during the event.

WEBCASTING Attending all congresses, not to mention all sessions, is impossible for the busy medical professional. Therefore there is a growing need to share knowledge and learning opportunities beyond the dates of the actual event. High quality webcasting helps meet this substantial educational need. Congress webcasts are available 24/7, anytime, anywhere.

z Support will be recognized on the webcast library/listing page as: ˝Supported by... ˝and the Company Name only (no logo)

z Support will be acknowledged in the CME/CPD Accreditation page of the program, on theevent website, and with signage during the event

USB The USB will contain all of the scientific abstracts.

z The USB will be distributed to all participants in the registration bag z USB cover will be provided by the event organizer with the event branding z Support will be acknowledged on the USB as: ˝Supported by... ˝and the Company Name only (no logo)

z Support will be recognized in the CME/CPD Accreditation page of the program, on the event website, and with signage during the event.

MOBILE APPLICATION RESERVED z The Mobile Application enables participants to access all Congress related information and functions, such as scientific program, abstracts, faculty information, participant’s “personal scheduler”, membership information, industry support and exhibition information, city information, etc…

z Support will be recognized on the home screen with “Supported by…” (with company name only, no logo)

z Support will be acknowledged in the CME/CPD Accreditation page of the program,on the event website and with signage during the event.

E-POSTERS AREA An electronic version of the traditional boards will be displayed on monitor screens in a prime location.The highly trafficked e-Poster computer terminals will allow attendees to access the electronic poster presentations easily and conveniently.

z Support will be recognized with signage at theentrance to the e-Poster area with: ˝Supported by... ˝and the Company Name only (no logo)

z Support will be acknowledged in the CME/CPD Accreditation page of the program, on the event website and with signage during the event

The supporter will not have any input regarding the content which will be accessed at the E-Posters .

E-POSTER ONLINE ARCHIVE The E-Poster Archive increases poster visibility after the event. The archive offers an effective platform for promoting education and extending the meeting lifecycle. The E-Poster Archive is a cutting-edge platform that has been developed to offer the ultimate user interface following feedback from both authors and viewers.

z All posters will be kept online on the Congress website platform for one year z Supporter acknowledgment on the E-Poster Online Archive platform as: ˝Supported by...˝and the Company Name only (no logo)

z Support will be acknowledged in the CME/CPD Accreditation page of the program, on the event website and with signage during the event

The supporter will not have any input regarding the content which will be accessed at the E-Posters .

PROMOTIONAL SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES

PLENARY SATELLITE SYMPOSIA (non-CME) Industry Session

z Only for “Platinum Supporters” z Opportunity to organize an Official Non-CME Industry Session in a Plenary Hall, up to 90 minutes (Program subject to the approval by the WIP 2016 Scientific Committee)

z Includes: hall rental, standard audio/visual equipment, display table z Permission to use the phrase: “Satellite Symposium of WIP 2016” on invitation z Use of the WIP logo according to the guidelines z Non-CME Industry Session Program will be included in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the Program (subject to receipt by publishing deadline)

z Indicated in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the Program as: Non-CME Industry Session organized by: Company Name (not included in the main event CME/CPD credit offering).

z Support will be acknowledged in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the program, on the event website, and with signage during the event

The supporting company in addition to the support fee must cover all speakers’ expenses including registration, accommodation and travel expenses . This also applies in the case where the speakers have already been invited by the event organizers .

AVAILABLE SLOTS:

Friday, May 20, 2016 12:45-14:15 (x1) - SOLDSaturday, May 21, 2016 12:45-14:15 (x1) - SOLDSunday, May 22, 2016 12:45-14:15 (x1) - SOLD

PARALLEL SATELLITE SYMPOSIA (non-CME) Industry Session

z Opportunity to organize an Official Non-CME Industry Session in a Parallel Hall, up to 90 minutes (Program subject to the approval by the WIP 2016 Scientific Committee)




The supporting company in addition to the support fee must cover all speakers’ expenses including registration, accommodation and travel expenses . This also applies in case the speakers have already been invited by the event organizers .

AVAILABLE SLOTS:

Saturday, May 21, 2016 17:15-18:45 (x3) - 1 SLOT RESERVED

MORNING PARALLEL SATELLITE SYMPOSIUM “Now 90 minutes!”(non-CME) Industry Session $55,000

z Opportunity to organize an Official Non-CME Industry Session in a Parallel Hall, up to 90 minutes (Program subject to the approval by the WIP 2016 Scientific Committee)




z Opportunity to organize refreshments/breakfast at additional costs

The supporting company in addition to the support fee must cover all speakers’ expenses including registration, accommodation and travel expenses . This also applies in case the speakers have already been invited by the event organizers .

AVAILABLE SLOTS:Saturday, May 21, 2016 7:30-9:00 (x3)Sunday, May 22, 2016 7:30-9:00 (x3)

CONGRESS BAGS SOLD Provided In KindSupporter will provide the participants’ congress bags. Bags will be branded with the event branding and logo.

z Support will be recognized on the bag with ˝Supported by...˝ and a company name only


If provided by a company, the bags will have to be approved by the Congress organizer . It is the company’s responsibility to pay the relevant tax, shipping and any other extraneous charges .

CONGRESS LANYARDS SOLD Provided in Kind z Opportunity to include company name on lanyard z Support will be acknowledged in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the program, on the event website, and with signage during the event

NOTEPADS AND PENS Provided In KindSupporter will provide the participants’ notepads and pens and additional fee.

z The notepads and pens will bear the Supporter’s company name and will be distributed in the participants’ Congress bags

z Support will be recognized in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the program, on the event website, and with signage during the event.

CYBER CENTER There will be a Cyber Center equipped with workstations where attendees may check e-mails.

z Opportunity to display company logo on screen saver z Opportunity to distribute mouse pads from the Cyber Center z Opportunity to set company home page as the default home page z Support will be acknowledged in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the program, on the event website, and with signage during the event

LAPTOP LOUNGE PACKAGE There will be a laptop lounge where attendees may check e-mails using their own laptops.

z Opportunity to design your own laptop lounge z Opportunity to place your own carpet z Opportunity to place signage in the lounge area z Opportunity to provide additional branded items in the laptop area, such as memory stick, mouse, etc.


NETWORKING RECEPTION (Sole Supporter) RESERVED Supporter will have the opportunity to promote itself through a networking reception on the first evening to which all registered attendees are invited. Hospitality and any activities provided will be in compliance with all relevant industry codes.

z Supporter’s logo on sign at the entrance to the Welcome Reception z Opportunity to provide items bearing company logo for use at the event z Support will be acknowledged in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the program, on the event website, and with signage during the event

COFFEE BREAK Per breakCoffee will be served during breaks in the exhibition area. Hospitality provided will be in compliance with all relevant industry codes.

z Opportunity to have a one day display of company’s logo at the catering point located within the exhibit area. 1 sign per buffet station provided by Kenes.

z Opportunity to provide items bearing company logo for use during the supported break z Support will be acknowledged in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of theprogram, on the event website, and with signage during the event

HOSPITALITY SUITES / MEETING ROOMSPrice Depending On The Size Of The RoomAn opportunity to hire a room at the venue that will be used as a Hospitality Suite. The supporting company will be able to host and entertain its guests throughout the event. Companies will have the option to order catering at an additional cost. Hospitality provided will be in compliance with all relevant industry codes.

z Opportunity to brand the hospitality suite z Acknowledgment on directional signage outside suite


SPECIAL PROMOTION (Until December 31, 2015)NEW Package:

PRODUCT THEATRE & EXHIBITION SPACE (100 sqft, Zone 3/4)Meet with attendees and key decision makers to share your new research outcomes, discuss your clinical protocols, and conduct product demonstrations of your new products and services.Product Theatre sessions are 30 minutes in length and will be held in a designated area(s) in the exhibit hall, which is set up in theater style for 50 attendees. No other sessions of the scientific program will run in parallel but may run concurrent with other corporate sponsors.

Located in the Exhibit hall, Product Theatre provides an opportunity to: z Highlight and demonstrate new and existing products z Provide up-to-date research findings z Give product details in-depth z Demonstrate products z Distribute branded materials z Only 2016 Supporters/Exhibitors are eligible to support a Product Theater

More promotional opportunities available. Kindly contact Audrey for pricing and details:

z WATER STATIONS

z BRANDED WATER BOTTLES - TO BE INCLUDED IN DELEGATE BAGS

z DISPLAY CLEANER - TO BE INCLUDED IN DELEGATE BAGS

z CHARGING STATIONS

z WINE POUR IN THE EXHIBITION AREA

ADVERTISEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Advertising Price

Back Cover of Program - SOLD

Inside back of Program - SOLD

Inside page of Program

Insert in Congress Bags

Mailshot for symposium

INSERT IN CONGRESS BAG Opportunity to place a one page leaflet or brochure (provided by the supporter) in the congress bag, to be approved by the Scientific Committee.

MAILSHOT FOR SYMPOSIUM Exclusive Company Mailshot Combined Company Mailshot

z Before the Congress takes place, a mailshot will be sent to all registered participants (all those who have accepted to share their contact information)


z Mailshot to be designed and provided by the supporter by agreed deadline.

More advertisement opportunities available at the Hilton. Kindly contact Audrey for pricing and details:

z GUEST ROOM KEY CARDS - SOLD

z MAIN LOBBY ENTRANCE REVOLVING DOOR

z ESCALATOR LOBBY SIGNAGE

z ADVERTISEMENTS ON WINDOWS – INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL COVERAGE

z ELEVATOR MONITOR

z IN ROOM TV CHANNEL - SOLD

z DIGITAL LCD READER BOARDS IN ROTATION / EXCLUSIVE

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EXHIBITIONThe commercial/technical Exhibition will be held in the Hilton NYC. The floor plan has been designed to maximise Exhibitors’ exposure to the delegates.

Updated floor plan available online:http://wip2016.kenes.com/sponsorship-exhibition-(2)/sponsorship-exhibition#.VYq5bhuqpBd

WIP 2016 Floorplan

Cost per square feet**

Specifications Space only Pipes & Drapes

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SPACE ONLY RENTAL (booths over 130 sqf) z Exhibitors’ badges z 100 word company / product profile in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the Program

z Cleaning of public areas and gangways z Invitation to the Welcome Reception for registered exhibitors

Maximum build up height: 11.4 feet (3.5 m)

http://wip2016.kenes.com/sponsorship-exhibition-(2)/sponsorship-exhibition#.VYq5bhuqpBd

PIPES & DRAPES RENTAL z Exhibitors’ badges z 100 word company / product profile in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the Program Cleaning of public areas and gangways

z Invitation to the Welcome Reception for registered exhibitors z Each 10’ x 10’ booth will be set with 8’ high back z Drape and 36’’ high side dividers z In addition, each booth will include the following:• 1 table• 2 chairs• one-line identification sign (7’’ x 44’’)

**Please note: Space only / pipes & drapes rental does not include any furniture (other than listed above), electrical usage or stand cleaning . All these services and others will be available to order in the Exhibitors’ Technical Manual .

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:When you exhibit your company will receive the following additional benefits:

z Listing as an Exhibitor on the Website prior to the WIP 2016 z Listing and profile in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the Program z Company name on Exhibition signage during WIP 2016

ALLOCATION OF EXHIBITION SPACESpace Allocation will be made on a “first come, first served” basis. A completed Booking Form and Contract should be faxed / emailed to ensure reservation of a desired location. Upon receipt of the signed Booking Form and Contract, space will be confirmed and an invoice will be mailed. Please note that three alternative choices should be clearly indicated on the application form. Space allocations will be made in the order in which application forms with payment are received.

EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION All exhibitors are required to be registered and will receive a badge displaying the exhibiting company name. Two exhibitor badges will be given for the first 100 sqf (9 sqm) booked and one additional for each 100 sqf after. Any additional exhibitors will be charged an exhibitor registration fee of $150. Companies can purchase a maximum number of exhibitor registrations as follows:

Booths of up to 600 sqf – 15 exhibitor registrationsBooths larger than 600 sqf – 25 exhibitor registrations

Exhibitor registrations allow access to the exhibition area only and shall be used by company staff only. An exhibitor registration form will be included in the Exhibitor’s Technical Manual.

EXHIBITORS’ TECHNICAL MANUALAn Exhibitors’ Technical Manual outlining all technical aspects of exhibiting will be circulated several months prior to the WIP 2016 Congress. It will include the following:

z Technical details about the Venue z Final exhibition details and information z Contractor details z Services available to exhibitors and order forms

INSERT AND DISPLAY MATERIALS z Please note that all materials entering the venue incur a handling charge. This includes materials for inserts and display.

z In order to receive a price quote for handling and to assure arrival of your materials, please be sure to complete the “Pre-Advise” form included in the shipping instructions when you receive either the Exhibition or Symposia Technical Manuals.

Hermes-Merkur has been elected as the exclusive handler for all Kenes congresses. The exclusivity of Hermes-Merkur for the handling needs of congresses refers specifically to work inside the venue. Exhibitors may use their own couriers up to the venue door and from outside of the venue door at the end of the congress. This organizational decision has been made for the safety and efficiency benefits to exhibitors and for the successful flow of the congress. Further details will be included in the Exhibition Technical Manual.

SITE INSPECTIONS Exhibitors and Supporters are free to visit the Congress venue at their convenience. Please contact the venue directly to arrange this.

EXHIBITOR PROFILEUpon receipt of the booking form, you will be asked to please upload a 100-word Exhibitor Company/Product profile to a provided link. This will be published in the list of exhibitors in the Industry Support and Exhibition section of the Program.

EXHIBITION TERMS & CONDITIONS The Terms and Conditions of exhibiting are included in this Prospectus. Please note that signing of the BOOKING FORM AND CONTRACT indicates acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. The Booking Form will be held as a valid liable contract, by which both parties will be bound.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR SUPPORTERS & EXHIBITORSApplications for Support and/or Exhibition must be made in writing with the enclosed booking enquiry form.

CONTRACTS & CONFIRMATION

SUPPORTERSOnce a Booking Form is received an official confirmation of this reservation will be sent to you with an accompanying invoice. Upon receipt of this Booking Form and Contract, the organizer will reserve the items listed in it. Completion of this form by the Supporter shall be considered as a commitment to purchase the items .

Please note that signing on this form indicates acceptance of the below Terms and Conditions. This Booking Form will be held as a valid liable contract, by which both parties will be bound .

Once an Exhibition Booking Form is received a confirmation of exhibition will be mailed to you with an accompanying invoice.

SUPPORT TERMS & CONDITIONSTerms and Conditions are included below.

PAIN PRACTICE JOURNALPlease note WIP Supporters & Exhibitors qualify for discounted advertising in:Pain Practice, Official Journal of the World Institute of Pain.

Please contact:

Michael TargowskiSenior Account Manager Pain Practice(P) 516 712 9736(E) [email protected]

mailto:mtargowski%40wiley.com?subject=

I would like to book the following Support Items:

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Item Price (USD $) Educational Grant

Webcasting

USB

Mobile Application RESERVED

E-Posters Area

E-Posters online archive

Total Amount (please complete)

BOOKING FORM AND CONTRACTPlease complete all details and send to: Audrey AlloulWIP 2016Kenes International, Rue François-Versonnex 7, CH 1207 Geneva, SwitzerlandTel: +41 22 9080488 Ext. 541Email: [email protected]

CONTACT NAME:

COMPANY NAME (for Publications):

ADDRESS:

POST / ZIP CODE:

TELEPHONE:

EMAIL:

VAT NUMBER:

CITY:

COUNTRY:

FAX:

WEBSITE:

http://[email protected]

EXHIBITION SPACE

Choice Stand Number

Space only ___ price Pipes&Drapes ___ price

No. of Square Feet Total Price

Choice # 1 $

Choice # 2 $

Choice # 3 $

Total Amount (please complete) $

Special notes: Please indicate if your stand must be located adjacent to or opposite the following companies, or if special configuration is needed:

PROMOTIONAL / ADVERTISEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Item Price (USD $) Plenary Satellite Symposium SOLD

Parallel Satellite Symposium

Morning Parallel Satellite Symposium

Congress Bags Provided in kind SOLD

Congress Lanyards Provided in kind SOLD

Notepads and Pens Provided in kind

Cyber Center

Laptop Lounge Package

Networking Reception RESERVED

Coffee Breaks Per break

Hospitality Suites / Meeting Rooms Price upon request

Product Theatre $15,000

Advertisement in Program Back cover / Inside back / Inside page

Insert in Congress Bags

Mailshot : E-blast, Exclusive / Combined

Total Amount (please complete)

Company contact for Accommodation:

Email: Telephone number: ( )

Mobile number: ( )

Company contact for Group Registration:


Mobile number: ( )

Company contact for Finance (Invoicing):


Mobile number: ( )

� Provisional Booking – The item will be released if not confirmed within 14 days

� Please send me a contract and first deposit invoice

We accept the contract terms and conditions (listed below) and agree to abide by the Guidelines for Industry Participation at the WIP 2016 Congress.

I am authorized to sign this form on behalf of the applicant/Company.

Signature: Date:

Category Minimum contribution

PLATINUM Supporter

GOLD Supporter

SILVER Supporter

BRONZE Supporter

GENERAL Supporter

Status will be allocated according to the total amount of your support, as follows:

TERMS OF PAYMENT 60% upon receipt of agreement and first invoice

40% by November 20th, 2015

All payments must be received before the start date of the WIP 2016. Should the Supporter fail to complete payments prior to the commencement of the WIP 2016, the Organizer will be entitled to cancel the reservation while cancellation will be subject to cancellation fees as determined below.

• Reservations made less than 6 months before the Congress will be subject to 100% payment upon reservations.

PAYMENT METHODS Option 1: Payment by check. Please make checks payable to: WIP 2016 congress. Option 2: Payment by Bank Transfer. Please make drafts payable to WIP 2016 congress.

Bank Account: 693980-52-674

IBAN: CH13 0483 5069 3980 5267 4

Swift Address: CRESCHZZ80A, Clearing number: 4835

Bank charges are the responsibility of the payer

CANCELLATION / MODIFICATION POLICYCancellation / modification of items must be made in writing to the Industry and Liaison Sales Associate Audrey Alloul, Email: [email protected]

The organizers shall retain:

• 10% of the agreed package amount if the cancellation/ modification is made before September 20th, 2015, inclusive

• 50% of the agreed package amount if the cancellation/ modification is made between September 20th, 2015 – January 20th, 2016 inclusive

• 100% of the agreed package amount if the cancellation/ modification is made afterJanuary 20th, 2016


TERMS AND CONDITIONThese terms are the contractual agreement between the Organizer and the (Exhibitor/s / Supporter/s).

Application to ParticipateApplication to participate will be considered only if submitted on the appropriate forms, duly completed. Registration will be confirmed insofar as space is available. Applicants will be informed in writing of the acceptance or refusal of their application. In case of refusal, all payments shall be fully refunded. In case of acceptance Supporters/Exhibitor will be bound by the Terms and Conditions listed in the prospectus and/or contractual agreement.

Obligations and Rights of the Exhibitor/SupporterRegistration implies full acceptance by the Exhibitors/Supporters of the exhibition / supporter regulations. Any infringement of these regulations may lead to immediate withdrawal of the right to participate in the Congress without compensation or refund of sums already paid, and without prejudice to the Exhibitor/Supporter. By submitting an application to participate, the Exhibitor /Supporter make a final and irrevocable commitment to occupy the space /items allocated and to maintain his/her installation until the date and time fixed for closure of the event.The Exhibitor/Supporter may only present on his/her stand or space the materials, products or services described in the application to participate.No advertising on behalf of firms not exhibiting is permitted in any form whatsoever. Transfer or sub-letting of all or part of the allocated spaces is prohibited.

Obligation and Rights of Organizer The Organizer undertakes to allocate exhibition space/supporter items space as far as possible on the basis of the preference expressed by applicants. Application will be considered in order of receipt of application forms accompanied by payment. The Organizer reserves the right, in case of absolute necessity, to modify the positioning of stands, with no obligation to provide compensation to Exhibitors/Supporters. The Organizer reserves the right to offer to a different firm any stand, space or supporter item that has not been occupied by the event of the opening of the Congress, with no obligation to provide compensation to the defaulting Exhibitor / Supporter.

Liability InsuranceEquipment and all related display materials installed by Exhibitors / Supporters are not insured by the Organizer, and the Organizer under no circumstances will be liable for any loss, damage or destruction caused to equipment, goods or property belonging to Exhibitors / Supporters. The Exhibitor / Supporter agrees to be responsible for his property and person and for the property and persons of his employees and agents and for any third party who may visit his space. The Exhibitor/Supporter shall hold harmless the Organizer from any and all damages/claims including those usually covered by a fire and extended – coverage policy. The Supporter/Exhibitor will purchase insurance policies for the above listed damages.

Exhibition RegulationsThe Exhibition Manager, acting under direction of the Organizing Committee, has the final decision as to the acceptability of displays. Exhibitors are not to share with others any space allotted to them without prior written consent by the Exhibition Manager. The Organizer reserves the right to alter the general layout or limit the space allotted to each Exhibitor / Supporter, postpone the exhibition or transfer it to another site if unforeseen circumstances warrant such action. Should any contingency prevent the holding of the exhibition, the Organizer will not be held liable for expenses incurred other than the cost of exhibit space rental fees.All exhibits are to be displayed so as to avoid blocking aisles, obstructing adjoining booths, damaging the premises or the leased

equipment. Exhibitors are kindly requested to allow sufficient see-through areas, which ensure clear views of surrounding exhibits.In standard booths, height is restricted to 246cm. Exhibitors are responsible for the cost and execution of the design, installation and delivery of their display to (and its removal from) the exhibition site. Flammable materials are not to be used. Equipment displayed or demonstrated must be installed with strict adherence to safety measures.Exhibitors undertake to observe the timetable designated for completion of their display before the exhibition opening and its dismantling at the close of the exhibition. No dismantling or packing of the display before the designated hour. It is the Exhibitor’s responsibility to pack and remove or consign for shipment all items of value prior to leaving their exhibit unattended, otherwise the Organizer will arrange for their removal at the Exhibitor’s risk and expenses.Exhibitors are obliged to ensure that their stands are permanently staffed during the exhibition opening hours. Payment is to be made in accordance with the conditions of payment listed in the prospectus.Should the Exhibitor /Supporter fail to make a payment on time, the Organizer is entitled to terminate the contract, withdraw confirmation of acceptance, make other arrangements for the stand/ supporter items or seek compensation for non-fulfilment of contract.Participation by Exhibitors/Supporters is dependent upon compliance with all rules, regulations and conditions stated herein.Access to the exhibition is authorized on presentation of a badge issued by the Organizer. Exhibitors’ badges will not be mailed in advance and may be collected from the Exhibition Manager’s desk.The Organizer ensures daily cleaning of the aisles. Exhibitors /Supporters are responsible for the cleaning of their stands.The provision of refreshments for the participants by Exhibitors is only permitted if the catering regulations of the exhibition building concerned are observed.Exhibition areas and fittings made available to Exhibitors must be handed back in their original condition. In case of damage or loss of equipment provided, or damage to areas occupied, repair and replacement will be charged to the Exhibitor.Any special decoration or fittings must be submitted to the Organizer for prior authorization.Advertising panels and display are not permitted outside the exhibition areas allotted to Exhibitors.The Organizer will not approve stands, which do not comply with the accepted standards, until the necessary changes have been made.

Industry Codes of PracticeAll Exhibitors and Supporting Companies must comply with applicable national and international rules, regulations and industry standards regarding exhibition areas. Failure to comply with these regulations may not be used as a ground to declare the contract void. Failure to comply with the Rules and Regulations will not expose the Organizer to any suits, demands by the Supporters/Exhibitor/any third party.

CME Absolutely no promotional activities will be permitted in the same room immediately prior to, during, or after a CME activity. Exhibit materials must be in a room or area separate from the education and the exhibits must not interfere, or in any way, compete with the learning experience. All promotional activities including interviews, demonstrations, and the distribution of literature or samples must be made within the exhibitor’s space only; canvassing or distributing promotional materials outside the exhibitor’s rented exhibit space is not permitted.

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