A Message from the President

Welcome to the Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners. We hope you are as

excited as we are by the continued progress and success of our association entirely devoted to nurse practitioners. The creation of this association in 2014, is the result of an

expressed need for NPs to have an association focused solely on their needs and on

moving the profession forward in our state. We are excited to represent approximately

5,500 NPs in Mississippi on both a state and national level. We are also an organizational

member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.

We recognize the importance of nurse practitioners in the provision of healthcare in

our state and the need to enhance their visibility, legislative clout, and participation in key

decision-making roles. We would like very much to have your support as we continue to grow this association. The Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners invites you to join

us as an exhibitor for the 2019 Annual Conference July 31-August 2, 2019, in Gulf Shores,

AL. The Expo will open on Wednesday, July 31 in The Lodge at Gulf State Park Conference

Center. Set up will be from 6:00pm to 8:00pm on Tuesday, July 30. The conference center is a new establishment by

the Hilton Hotel located at 21196 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, right on the beach! To reserve exhibit space,

please complete and return the enclosed forms. This guide also contains detailed information on a variety of

sponsorship opportunities. MANP looks forward to working with you to make the MANP 2019 Conference a satisfying

networking experience! If you have any questions, please call the MANP office at (601) 407-3226 or via email at

msanp@msanp.org Let us know what we can do to make this a successful opportunity for you.

Sincerely,

Tina D. Highfill, MSN, CCM, FNP-BC

MANP President

The Lodge at

Gulf Park

by Hilton Hotel

21196 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

For Reservations: 251.540.4000

Mention MANP for special rates

152 Watford Parkway Dr., Suite 109

Canton, MS 30946

Phone: 601.407.3226 • Fax: 601.510.7833 • www.msanp.org

Exhibit Hall will be on a first-come, first-served set-up basis for all exhibitors in exception of conference sponsors. However,

exhibitors wishing to be assigned or to avoid assigned space adjacent to that of another exhibitor should so indicate on their

applications. Exhibitors may register and set up Tuesday, July 30 at 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Expo will open at 7:00 a.m. on Wed,

July 31. You may also set up and register on Wednesday, July 31 by 7:00 a.m. Exhibitors are invited to eat breakfast and lunch with

the NPs. Break items will also be available to Exhibitors. Exhibitors should break down by 12:30 p.m. Friday. Booth fees and

sponsorships are listed on the enclosed contract. Payment is due upon return of contract. Please submit your completed contract

and payment to MANP at 152 Watford Pkwy Drive Suite 109, Canton, MS 39046. Room reservations can be made at

https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/P/PNSLGHH-MANP-20190727/index.jhtml or by calling The Lodge at 251-540-

4000, mention CODE: MANP for room discounts. As an added benefit to exhibiting with us, the room rate discounts are stretched

from July 27 to Aug. 6, 2019 to extend your stay. There is a convenient loading and unloading dock. Contact the hotel for more info.

Premium exhibit space is reserved for Platinum, Gold, and Silver sponsors. Booths will be assigned in the order the contracts are received. Exhibitors will be provided with a 6 ft x 30 in. table and two chairs. Electricity and

other special services will be provided by The Lodge. Please contact them directly at 251-540-4000 for more information. MANP

reserves the right to accept or reject all booth requests. Exhibitors may not sublet or assign the whole or any part of the space

allotted to their company. Exhibitors wishing to share a booth must obtain prior approval from MANP prior to conference.

The Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners will not be responsible for accepting exhibit shipments for storage. Exhibitors are responsible for making arrangements for delivery and return shipments with The

Lodge at 251-540-4000.

The MANP reserves the right and sole discretion to reject any proposed exhibit for any reason. Potential exhibitors are advised that the acceptability of products or services for display is based on legal, social, professional, and ethical

considerations. Exhibits may not be inconsistent with the professional nature of the MANP convention/meeting. Exhibit space is not

intended for airing either side of a controversial social, political, or professional issue. MANP reserves the right to require exhibitors

to edit, amend, or eliminate parts of exhibits that in the Association’s opinion are not in keeping with the Association’s objectives or

are otherwise inconsistent with MANP policies. Potential exhibitors are advised that contests, lotteries, raffles and games of chance

may not be conducted without prior approval of MANP, however gift donations to attendees are acceptable. In addition, bags,

lanyards, notepads, pens, flyers, gift baskets, etc. with an exhibitor’s /sponsor’s logo and company name, may be provided as part of

a registration handout. Donated Gift Baskets from exhibitors will be allowed and time to present your donation will incorporated

into our program. Please contact our office at (601) 407-3226 for more information. No individual food or beverage items are

acceptable as give-aways to attendees or staff. The exhibition of products or services at the Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners is

neither an endorsement of the exhibiting organization nor of the products or services exhibited. MANP is not responsible for any

claims made by an exhibitor. In addition, an exhibitor may not, without prior consent, incorporate in subsequent promotions the

fact that a product or service has been exhibited at an MANP meeting.

• Services and equipment provided Exhibitors will be provided with a 6 ft x 30 in. table and two chairs. Electricity and other special services are limited in the

exhibit hall & will be provided by the Lodge. Electrical Power strips and extension cords are not included. These can be

ordered through the hotel at an additional fee. All of the meeting tables at The Lodge are custom, linen-less tables in

support of the Park’s global, eco-friendly sustainability initiatives. Specialty linens or skirting will be the responsibility of the

exhibitor. The Lodge conference center will not be using backdrops or piping in supports of the Park’s global, eco-friendly

sustainability initiatives. The exhibit fees include space, snacks, and /or meals depending on the level selected. To attend

any of the sessions for nursing CE credit. Contact MANP via email at msanp@msanp.org

• Security The exhibit area will be locked during off times, however, MANP is not liable for, nor carries any insurance on, exhibitor

property or fixtures. For this reason, exhibitors are encouraged to carry insurance on their exhibits at their own expense. Do not leave your booth unattended during the set-up period. Do not leave valuable exhibit materials or personal items

under tables or displays. Do not leave purses, briefcases, small laptop computers, CD players, iPods, cell phones, pagers,

or prototype software/hardware, or other valuable personal or company items in your booth. Please report any missing

items or suspicious person(s) to security, and to MANP.

The Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioner’s 2019

• Destruction of Property

All property destroyed or damaged by an exhibitor must be replaced in the original condition by the exhibitor or at the

exhibitor’s expense. Nothing may be taped, nailed, tacked, or otherwise affixed to ceilings, painted surfaces, fire sprinklers,

columns, fabric, or decorative walls.

Any potential materials must be flameproof. All materials are subject to fire and safety regulations and inspections by the

city or state authorities. Flammables are prohibited from the exhibit area.

A charge of 25% of the exhibitor/sponsor fees will be assessed for cancellations made

prior to Saturday June 16. Cancellations made between June 17-23, will be subject to a 50% charge. Cancellations will not be

accepted after Friday, June 22. If the Expo is canceled due to circumstances beyond the control of the Mississippi Association of

Nurse Practitioners or acts of nature all payments connected with booth rental will be refund.

Tuesday, July 30

6:00-8:00 p.m. ...................................................................................................... Exhibitor set up (Gulfview Ballroom III)

2:00 p.m……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Deadline for booth breakdown MANP reserves the right to adjust, alter, and/or cancel an event at any point leading up to and during the event date without liability. If an event is

canceled, a full refund of paid registration fee will be refunded. By registering for this event, you are granting permission to MANP to share your

email information with our attending exhibitors/sponsors and also are giving consent for MANP to use your name, portrait, picture or photograph

as part of the MANP events, activities, events, and social media publications.

2019 EXPO Schedule

Special Sponsor $5000(includes Exhibit Booth)

• See Platinum plus signage will be displayed during the sponsored time and special recognition regarding

special sponsorship. Company is responsible for supplying logo and link information to MANP. Full page add in

the attendee brochure along with the Platinum Level inclusions.

Break Time Sponsor $3000(includes Exhibit Booth)

• See Platinum plus signage will be displayed during the sponsored meal time and special recognition regarding

the Sponsorship. Company is responsible for supplying logo and link information to MANP.

Platinum Level Sponsor $2500 (includes Exhibit Booth)

Pre-Convention Promotion • Event Website Advertising - The sponsor’s logo will appear on the event website with a hotlink to your

company’s website. Hundreds of nursing industry professionals visit the website prior to and during the event

thus providing extensive exposure to the sponsor’s brand and potential traffic to sponsor’s website. Company

is responsible for supplying logo and link information to MANP.

• Media Exposure - The sponsor’s company name (or logo where applicable) is mentioned in pre-convention

attendee marketing initiatives including prominent placement on print ads, press releases, and electronic

communications.

• Access to Registered Attendee Postal List - The sponsor may mail a convention direct mail piece to attendee

list promoting their involvement with the event (limited to one mailing).

• Individual Pre-Event Promotional E-mail - The sponsor receives a dedicated platinum sponsor pre-conference e-mail blast distributed in HTML format to pre-registered attendees at least one week prior to the event. Text,

logos, and links must be sent to MANP two weeks prior to message delivery which is scheduled for delivery

between July 14-27. MANP reserves the right to modify the sponsor’s message (upon approval) to meet

formatting and privacy guidelines.

On-Site Promotion

• Exhibit space with 6’x30” table with 2 chairs with reserved booth in prime location within the exhibit hall which has open access to all attendees. The exhibitor is responsible for all booth decorations, personnel,

electric, shipping, computer, telephone and other requirements.

• Listing in the MANP convention program guide

• Meals – Breakfast on all 3 days of the conference and Lunch for up to two representatives on Wed., July 31.

• Special recognition of the company at all MANP special events during the conference

• Signage as allowed by the hotel

Post-Convention Promotion

• Mailing list of all MANP convention attendees, to be emailed within 2 to 4 weeks of conference closing.

Options

Exhibit

or

Gold Level $2000 (includes Exhibit Booth)

Pre-Convention Promotion

• Event Website Advertising - The sponsor’s logo will appear on event website. Hundreds of nursing industry

professionals visit the website prior to and during the event, thus providing extensive exposure to the sponsor’s

brand and potential traffic to sponsor’s website. Company is responsible for supplying logo and link information

to MANP.

• Media Exposure - The sponsor’s company name (or logo where applicable) is mentioned in pre-convention

attendee marketing initiatives including prominent placement on print ads, press releases, and electronic

communications.

On-Site Promotion

• Meals – Breakfast on all 3 days of the conference and Lunch for up to two representatives on Wed., July 31.

• Exhibit space with 6’x30” table with 2 chairs with reserved booth in prime location within the exhibit hall which

has open access to all attendees. The exhibitor is responsible for all booth decorations, personnel, electric, shipping, computer, telephone and other requirements.

• Listing in the MANP convention program guide

• Special recognition of the agency at all MANP special events during the week

• Signage

Post-Convention Promotion

• Mailing list of all MANP convention attendees, to be mailed 3 to 4 weeks after convention.

Silver Level $1500 (includes Exhibit Booth)

Pre-Convention Promotion

• Media Exposure - The sponsor’s company name (or logo where applicable) is mentioned in pre-convention

attendee marketing initiatives including prominent placement on print ads, press releases, and electronic

communications. Company is responsible for supplying logo and link information to MANP.

On-Site Promotion

• Meals – Breakfast on all 3 days of the conference and Lunch for up to two representatives on Wed., July 31.

Additional meals available at additional costs.

• Exhibit space with 6’x30” table with 2 chairs with reserved booth in prime location within the exhibit hall which

has open access to all attendees. The exhibitor is responsible for all booth decorations, personnel, electric, shipping, computer, telephone and other requirements.

• Listing in the MANP convention program guide

• Special recognition of the company at all MANP special events during the week

• Signage

Post-Convention Promotion

• Mailing list of all MANP convention attendees, to be mailed 3 to 4 weeks after convention

Basic Exhibitor Level $750 (includes Exhibit Booth)

On-Site Promotion

• Meals – Breakfast, Lunch and snacks for up to one representative on Wed., July 31.

• Exhibit space includes 6’x30” table with 2 chairs in a high traffic location within the exhibit hall which has open

access to all attendees. The exhibitor is responsible for all booth decorations, personnel, electric, shipping,

computer, telephone and other requirements.

• Listing in the MANP convention program guide

Post-Convention Promotion

• Mailing list of all MANP convention attendees, to be mailed 3 to 4 weeks after convention

Brand Opportunities (Does Not include Exhibit Booth) All branding/advertising sponsors will receive listing in conference program guide

• Conference Bag inserts –$500, Deliver your message directly to attendees with a promotional insert inside of

official attendee conference bags. Company is responsible for printing of inserts. Delivery of inserts (250 count

min.) must be received by MANP office 2 weeks prior to conference to be included in the attendee bags.

• Customized Sponsorship - Contact MANP Office via email at msanp@msanp.org or call 601-407-3226.

Brand Logos must be provided to MANP Office by June 1, 2019

Gulf State Park

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, AL

Link to Gulf State Park for additional information and activities

MISSISSIPPI’S ONLY STATE ASSOCIATION COMPLETELY DEVOTED TO NURSE PRACTITIONERS

The Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners is the only association completely devoted to nurse practitioners. MANP

recognizes the importance of nurse practitioners in the provision of healthcare in our state and the need to enhance their visibility,

legislative clout, and participation in key decision-making roles. The association will host its 2019 Annual Conference at The Lodge at

Gulf Park, 21196 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, July 31- Aug 2 and we want you to take part in this opportunity.

Please complete and return this form before the June 16th deadline to be included in the 2019 MANP Expo. Should you have

questions, please call our office at (601) 407-3226.

2019 Exhibitor and Sponsor Agreement

The Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners’ 2019 Exhibit Hall will be on a first-come, first-served set-up basis for all exhibitors

in exception of conference sponsors. However, exhibitors wishing to be assigned or to avoid assigned space adjacent to that of

another exhibitor should so indicate on this form. Exhibitors may register and set up Tuesday, July 30 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. You

may also set up and register at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31. The Expo will open at 7:00 a.m. Please complete the following

information and mail to: MANP, 152 Watford Pkwy Drive, Suite 109, Canton, MS 39046.

Name of Company:

Address:

City, State, Zip

Names for Badges

*Ad and sponsorship information must be submitted no later than June 16th to be listed in convention program guide.

SPONSORSHIP FEE SPONSORSHIP FEE

Special Sponsor $5000 Basic Exhibitor $750

Break Sponsor $3000 Conference bag Advertising insert $500

Platinum Sponsor $2,500 Additional Meal (each) $50

Gold Sponsor $2,000 Customized Sponsorship Contact MANP

Silver Sponsor $1,500

Please submit your completed contract and payment to:

Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners (MANP)

152 Watford Pkwy Dr., Ste 109

Canton, MS 39046

Fax: 601.510.7833 www.msanp.org

Contact Person:

Telephone #:

E-mail Address: