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Exhibit & Sponsorship Opportunities

American Society for NutritionExcellence in Nutrition Research and Practicewww.nutrition.org

J O I N T LY P R O V I D E D B Y

6th ANNUAL

Rosen Shingle Creek, Orlando, Florida | December 8-10, 2016

Showcase your products and services and introduce your organization to hundreds of nutrition professionals at the premier clinical nutrition meeting of 2016.

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About the American Society for Nutrition

Established in 1928, the American Society for Nutrition (ASN) is a non-profit, multidisciplinary, scientific and educational organization. Our 5,000-plus members in more than 80 countries advance nutrition research to improve public health. ASN promotes collaboration among investigators in nutrition, medicine and related fields of science, and encourages the creation, translation and dissemination of nutrition knowledge.

About Advances and Controversies in Clinical Nutrition

ASN’s Advances and Controversies in Clinical Nutrition fosters an interest in clinical nutrition among health care professionals. Programming presents significant, cutting-edge advances in nutrition research and stimulates discussion on emerging and controversial topics that impact human health.

Who Will be There?

More than 500 health care professionals with an interest in clinical nutrition are expected to attend this year’s conference. Our audience will include physicians, nutrition scientists, physician assistants, nurses, nurse practitioners, dietitians, community health educators, policy makers, medical school and nutrition faculty and others.

Accreditation Statement: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of Tufts School of Medicine and the American Society for Nutrition. Tufts School of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Past Attendee Profile

28% Physicians30% Dietitians37% Investigators11% International attendees

Past Exhibitor Profile

27% Consumer Product Company

27% Commodity/Trade Association

18% Scientific Equipment Manufacturer

27% Non-Profit/Publisher


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Schedule at a GlanceThursday, December 8

Sponsored Satellite Programs (9:00 am – 1:30 pm)

Poster Session and Exhibits Open (1:00 pm)

Exhibit Hours (3:00 pm – 7:30 pm)

Opening Session (2:00 pm - 5:45 pm)

Opening Reception with Posters and Exhibits (6:00 – 7:30 pm)

Friday, December 9

Sponsored Satellite Program and Breakfast (7:00 am)

Morning Session (9:00 am – 12:30 pm)

Exhibit Hours (10:00 am – 4:00 pm)

Lunch with Posters and Exhibits (12:30 pm – 2:00 pm)

Afternoon Session (2:00 pm – 4:30 pm)

Sponsored Satellite Program and Dinner (6:00 pm)

Saturday, December 10

Sponsored Satellite Program and Breakfast (7:00 am)

Morning Session (9:00 am – 12:00 pm)

Afternoon Session (1:30 pm – 4:00 pm)

Past Exhibitors and Sponsors include:

Abbott NutritonAcademy of Nutrition and Dietetics American Beverage AssociationAmerican Institute for Cancer ResearchAmerican Society for Parenteral and Enteral NutritionAtkins Nutritionals, Inc.Bariatrix Nutrition CorporationCalifornia Walnut Board & CommissionCorn Refiners AssociationCouncil for Responsible NutritionDannonDuPont Nutrition & HealthDyets IncEgg Nutrition CenterFDA/CFSANGMO AnswersHass Avocado BoardHHS/Office of Disease Prevention & Health PromotionMalaysian Palm Oil BoardMaryland University of Integrative HealthMead JohnsonMonsanto CompanyNational Confectioners AssociationNational Osteoporosis FoundationNIH Office of Dietary SupplementsNutritionDay in the USOcean Spray & Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.PepsiCoPfizerProliant Health and BiologicalsQOL Medical, LLCSigma Tau PharmaceuticalsTomato Products Wellness CouncilUS Food & Drug AdministrationUSDA Agricultural Research ServicesUSDA Center for Nutrition Policy & PromotionYakult USA Inc

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4Exhibit Information

Exhibit Set-Up

Thursday, December 8 10:00 am—12:00 pm

All exhibits must be installed by 12:00 pm

Dismantling of Exhibits

Friday, December 9 4:00 pm—6:30 pm

Exhibit Hours

Thursday, December 8 3:00 pm—7:30 pm*

Friday, December 9 10:00 am—4:00 pm*

* Exhibits must be staffed during all breaks and the Friday reception.

Exhibitors are supplied a six foot draped table, two chairs and two exhibitor badges. Your company or product name will also be listed in the Official Exhibit Guide. Forms for your company’s listing will be provided.

Exhibit Fees

Commercial Companies $1,500

Publishers $1,000

Non-Profit/Government $500

Exhibit FloorplanPanzacola G1

American Society of Nutrition

(20) 6' x 30" Table Tops

(40) Poster Boards

5 ft

5 ft 5 ft

1 20

5 16

3 18

7 14

2 19

6 15

4 17

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5Exhibitor Application & Agreement

Company Name__________________________________________________________________________

Contact Name____________________________________________________________________________

Address__________________________________________________________________________________

City_____________________________________State_______Zip_____________Country_____________

Telephone___________________________________Fax_________________________________________

Contact E-mail___________________________________________________________________________

Company Website________________________________________________________________________

Exhibit Fees Checks must by payable in US dollars to the American Society for Nutrition.

Please submit your application along with full payment in US Dollars drawn on a US Bank. Your signature indicates that you agree to abide by all the requirements, restrictions and obligations set forth on this application, and any other rules and directives which at any time may be issued by ASN. I hereby authorize ASN to reserve space for our use in the exhibit at ACCN16. __________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE

Check for full payment is enclosed Pay the full amount as indicated above by credit card.

Applications accompanied by credit card payment may be faxed to 240-404-6797 or emailed to [email protected].

Mail applications to: Advances and Controversies in Clinical Nutrition American Society for Nutrition 9211 Corporate Blvd, #300 Rockville, MD 20850

Exhibitors are supplied a six foot draped table, two chairs and two exhibitor badges. You also will receive a company/product listing in the Official Exhibit Guide.

Exibit Booth Number: Every effort will be made to accommodate booth preferences.

Select booth number in green dot on exhibit map on previous page.

VISA or MasterCard Exp. Date ___/___ Security Code _______

Card Number ______________________________________________

Name on Credit Card________________________________________

Cardholder’s Signature _________________________________________________________

Exhibitors must also sign and return the Rules and Regulations Acknowledgment on page 7

Per ACCME’s Standards for Commercial Support, it is prohibited to include company logos and product listings of any commercial interests in educational materials and disclosure of commercial support. A commercial interest is defined as any entity producing, marketing, re-selling, or distributing health care goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients.

Exhibitors must be confirmed by October 31, 2016 to be included in the Official Meeting Program and Exhibit Guide.

Questions? Please contact Jennifer Kerhin at 301-200-4616, ext. 101

Fax application to: 240–404-6797 or email to [email protected]

1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice

Commercial Companies , $1,500 Publishers, $1,000 Non-Profit/Government, $500

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6Exhibitor Rules & Regulations

Badge Pick-upOnce full payment is received you will receive a registration form for up to two representatives. Badge pick-up will occur during exhibitor registration. No person will be admitted to the Exhibition area without a badge.

Installation of ExhibitsAll exhibits must be installed by 12:00 pm on Thursday, December 8.

Dismantling of ExhibitsExhibits are to be dismantled on Saturday, December 9 between 4:00 and 6:30 pm.

Staffing of ExhibitsExhibits must be operational during listed exhibit times and staffed during all breaks.

Assignment of Exhibit Space• Space assignment will be based on a first-come, first-served

basis.

• ASN reserves the right to make any revisions, if necessary, to the floor plan as well as to relocate space assigned to the exhibitor. Relocations will be made only if deemed necessary in the exhibitor’s best interest and upon notification to the exhibitor by ASN.

• Exhibiting companies will receive e-mail confirmation with booth assignment.

Booth OperationsProducts or services to be exhibited are to be of a professional or educational interest or benefit to the registrants, or in the opinion of the American Society for Nutrition, are directly related to nutrition. Exhibitors should not operate in a way that violates the rights of another exhibitor. Exhibitors may not obstruct the view or interfere with the traffic of other exhibitors. General promotion, demonstration and distribution of literature/samples must take place inside your assigned booth. Exhibit areas should be kept clean and in good order. No part of any exhibit, or related signs, shall be posted, nailed, or otherwise attached to columns, walls, floors, or other parts of the building or its furniture, in any way to deface them. The exhibitor is liable for damage from failure to observe these rules.

Industry GuidelinesIn recent years, much attention has been given to the relationships between the pharmaceutical and medical device/ equipment industry and health care professionals. Gifts, individual relations, and professional education have been topics at the forefront of discussion. ASN reminds all exhibitors of their responsibility to be aware of and abide by all applicable association codes including but not limited to, those listed below:

Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, Standards for Commercial Support

Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed)

Code of Ethics for Interactions with Health Care Professionals

American Medical Association Opinion 8.06

Gifts to Physicians from Industry

Compliance Program Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA)

Code of Interaction with Healthcare Professionals

American Nurses Credentialing Center

Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) – Open Payments (the Sunshine Act)

Distribution of Product:

FDA RegulationsExhibitors must abide by all applicable Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. This information may be obtained from the FDA at this website: www.fda.gov/cder/ddmac/.

Exhibitors are reminded that the FDA generally prohibits the advertising or other promotion of investigational or unapproved drugs and devices. The FDA also forbids the promotion of approved drugs or devices for unapproved uses. All products that have not been FDA approved for a particular use in humans or that are not commercially available in the United States will be permitted to be exhibited only when accompanied by appropriate signage indicating the device’s clearing status. The signs must be easily visible and placed near the products themselves and on any graphics depicting the product. The exhibitor shall have available at the booth a letter from the FDA, which describes the allowable use status of the product(s). Exhibitors are cautioned about the FDA’s prohibition on promoting cleared-for-marketing devices for unapproved uses. Requests for information and guidance should be directed to the FDA.Per ACCME’s Standards for Commercial Support, it is prohibited to include

company logos and product listings of any commercial interests in educational materials and disclosure of commercial support. A commercial interest is defined as any entity producing, marketing, re-selling, or distributing health care goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients.

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7Exhibitor Rules & Regulations

Selling of Products or ServicesExhibitors may display products that they have manufactured. Exhibitors may not accept cash, checks or credit cards for merchandise in the exhibition hall; however, orders may be taken. Exhibitors electing to take orders must do so in a manner consistent with the professional nature of the exhibit.

Giveaways, Contests, and Raffle DrawingsGiveaways, contests and raffles will be permitted only upon approval by ASN. Giveaways must be conducted in accordance with the AMA Ethical Guidelines on Gifts to Physicians. Giveaways should be associated with products or services of the exhibiting company. Contests, drawings and raffles cannot be more than $100 in value. A form will be included in the online Ex hibitor Service Kit to facilitate requests for giveaways.

Sound RestrictionsNo equipment or voice-reproducing machines can be operated in such a manner as to cause a disturbance to other exhibitors. Earphones should be provided, or such devices should be enclosed in a special soundproof booth. ASN/Tufts University School of Medicine reserves the right to determine when sound is interfering with another exhibit and must be discontinued.

Third-Party RepresentativesAny agency representing a technical or professional exhibitor must submit their client’s name, contact information, address, telephone & fax numbers, signature and title with application.

Use of the ASN and/or Tufts University Name, Insignia, Logo or AcronymASN and Tufts University’s School of Medicine’s name, insignia, logo and acronym are proprietary marks and may not be used in signs, advertising, or promotions in any media or product literature either inside or outside of the exhibit area unless prior written approval has been received from the conference organizers.

Liability Exhibitors must make provisions for safeguarding their display and property at all times. Conference organizers and the Rosen Shingle Creek will not be responsible for the loss of any material by any cause. The exhibitor is responsible for all liability, losses, claims, and damages relating to any injury, death, or damage to property (including the Exhibition Hall), however occurring, arising from the acts of the exhibitor, his or her employees, agents, licensees, or contractors. The exhibitor agrees to indemnify and hold harmless ASN, Tufts University and the Rosen Shingle Creek from and against any and all liability, losses, claims, and damages that may arise from or be asserted in connection with the foregoing undertaking and responsibilities of the exhibitor.

Space CancellationsCancellations must be in writing. Send notification to Gwen Twillman ([email protected]). Cancellation of space on or before October 12, 2016 will result in a charge equal to 50% of the total cost of the space assigned. Cancellation of space on or after October 13, 2016 will not be refunded.

Cancellation of ConferenceUpon execution of the exhibitor application, it is mutually agreed that in the event of cancellation of the meeting due to fire, strikes, governmental regulations, or causes that would prevent its scheduled opening or continuance, then and thereupon this agreement will be terminated and ASN shall determine an equitable basis for the refund of such portion of the exhibit fees as is possible, after due consideration of expenditures and previous commitments.

Terms and ConditionsAs a condition for exhibiting, each exhibitor shall agree to observe all stated policies in this prospectus. ASN and Tufts University reserve the right to refuse exhibit space to any applicant at its sole discretion.

We acknowledge and agree to the hold harmless provisions set forth in this letter.

Company____________________________________

Representative’s Signature _____________________________________________

Print Name _____________________________________________ Date_________________________________________

Telephone Number____________________________

E-Mail________________________________________


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8Support Opportunities

Principal Supporter* $25,000

One full-page advertisement (inside cover or back cover) in the Exhibit Guide Company name and logo on conference notepads Recognition as principal supporter in conference materials and attendee communications Name and logo on signage acknowledging all sponsors placed in high-traffic area Opportunity to conduct a sponsored satellite program at a 50% discount Four (4) complimentary attendee registrations 6’ Exhibit table in clinical exposition area with preferential placement Thank you sign at supporter’s exhibit table

Major Conference Supporter* $15,000

One-half page advertisement in the Exhibit Guide Recognition as major supporter in conference marketing materials and attendee communications Name and logo on signage acknowledging all sponsors placed in high-traffic area Opportunity to conduct a sponsored satellite program at a 25% discount Four (4) complimentary attendee registrations 6’ Exhibit table in clinical exposition area with preferential placement Thank you sign at supporter’s exhibit table

Partnering Conference Supporter* $10,000

Recognition as partnering supporter in conference marketing materials and attendee communications

Name and logo on signage acknowledging all sponsors placed in high-traffic area

Two (2) complimentary attendee registrations

6’ Exhibit table in clinical exposition area

Thank you sign at supporter’s exhibit table

* Per ACCME’s Standards for Commercial Support, it is prohibited to include company logos and product listings of any commercial interests in educational materials and disclosure of commercial support. A commercial interest is defined as any entity producing, marketing, re-selling, or distributing health care goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients.

To reserve support opportunities please contact Jennifer Kerhin at 301-200-4616, ext. 101

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9Educational Support Opportunities

Educational Activity Support Opportunities* GRANTS: $5,000–$30,000 ASN accepts educational grants to support the scientific program. The Clinical Conference Planning Committee has already determined the content and faculty for these presentations. Educational grants will be acknowledged in the meeting syllabus and conference signage. Check the meeting website. A list of sessions and confirmed faculty is available upon request.

To reserve support opportunities, please contact Jennifer Kerhin at 301-200-4616, ext. 101



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10Meeting Support Opportunities

Opening Night Welcome Reception (Thursday) $15,000 (exclusive) or $5,000 (three supporters)

Your company name and logo will be prominently displayed at the Opening Night Reception, open to all meeting attendees. Custom napkins will feature your company name and logo.

Networking Poster Sessions $15,000 (exclusive) or $5,000 (three supporters)

Support the Friday lunch-time poster session, a networking event where attendees showcase their latest research and award competitions are held. Signage at the event acknowledges your support.

Travel Awards for Graduate/Medical Students, Trainees and Young Professionals $15,000 (exclusive) or $5,000 (three supporters)

Help us ensure the participation of students and young professionals who submit new, original research abstracts.

Branded Hotel Room Keys $12,500

Your company logo and custom graphic will be prominently displayed on branded room keys, given to each of the conference attendees staying overnight in the hotel.

ASN on Demand $20,000

Provide each attendee with access to ACCN16 sessions via ASN on Demand -- slide-synced audio or podcasts that can be viewed on a computer or mobile device 24/7. Sessions offered are subject to permission by the presenter.

ASN Sunrise Bootcamp $10,000

Sponsor sunrise exercise classes led each morning by personal trainers.

Mobile App $15,000

Our mobile application will put all conference details right at the users’ fingertips on their smart phone or tablet. A direct link to your corporate website is included.

WiFi Accessibility for Attendees $7,500

Support connectivity for all conference attendees during the conference so they can stay in touch and network.

Charging Stations for Attendees $5,000

Support the opportunity for meeting attendees to keep their portable hand-held devices fully charged and ready to go. Charging stations will support smartphones as well as tablets. Signage will recognize your support.

Coffee/Refreshments Break $4,000

Morning and afternoon coffee breaks are held in the exhibit and poster area. Recognition to include signage and table space for company print materials in serving area. Company product may be provided; additional fees may apply.

Directional Signage $5,000

Advertise with company graphics and logos on five ASN directional signs, which will be located throughout the hotel. These double-sided signs measure approximately 1 meter wide x 3 meters tall. You can have the entire back side for your advertising graphics.

Eblast Banner $1,500

ASN will send out eblasts to potential attendees highlighting the meeting, sessions and speakers. Place your custom banner with hyperlink in the body of this eblast. Only one sponsored banner per eblast is allowed.



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NEW! Culinary Medicine: Teaching Kitchen Modules $30,000 (5 modules) or $7,500 (1 module)

ASN is proud to partner with The Goldring Center for Culinary Medicine at Tulane University to provide ACCN16 attendees with a unique opportunity for hands-on learning in an off-site Teaching Kitchen. Depending on funding, attendees will be able to choose from several modules that help translate current nutrition research for use in day-to-day practice. Each module includes:

3 hours of the hands-on Teaching Kitchen

Ground transportation to/from Rosen Shingle Creek and the Teaching Kitchen location

A family-style, sit-down meal

Sample modules:

Hypertension and Nutrition: Low Sodium Diets and Flavor Building

Examines the physiological effects of high-sodium diets and their prevalence in American culture, while providing a more in-depth overview of the DASH diet, including studies examining its efficacy in reducing the need for medication in hypertensive subjects. In the kitchen, the purpose of salt is examined, and cooking principles of flavor building and balancing without added sodium are practiced while making reduced-sodium dinner options.

Lipids in Disease: The Impact of Dietary Fats on Health

Reviews the physiological effects of different types of dietary fats in the body and common sources of these fats. The kitchen focus is on the purpose of fats in cooking and viable replacements and substitutions for culinary fats, and meals are prepared are made utilizing fat replacers.

Diabetes: Carbohydrates and Nutrition

Examines the physiological impact of digestion of different types of carbohydrates along with the role of certain carbohydrates in promoting satiety, regulating blood glucose and sustaining energy, with a further look into whole grains. Special focus is on reducing sugar consumption, especially in snacking, and guidelines for healthier snacking and desserts are presented and practiced in the kitchen.

Vegetarian Diets and Alternative Proteins

Reviews the biological need for dietary proteins with a focus on essential amino acids and their dietary sources. Dietary needs and sources of protein are outlined, with a focus on vegetarian diets, possible nutritional deficiencies and means of compensation. In the kitchen, vegetarian meals are prepared with a focus on satiety and complimentary proteins.

Food Allergy and Intolerance

Focuses on techniques to diagnose, treat, and cook for food allergies or intolerances. This class will explore the roles of local and organic foods, common plant phytochemicals, genetically modified foods, and common preservatives in immune and metabolic health, environmental impressions, and economic impact. Hidden and little-known sources of allergens are discussed, and in the kitchen, lactose- and gluten-free recipes are prepared.

Cancer Nutrition: Prevention and Diet After Diagnosis

Focuses on the effect that diet can have, both preventatively and post-diagnosis, on cancer patients. Certain foods and antioxidants linked to cancer risk reduction will be examined, with a focus on phytochemicals and their common sources; also discussed is the role of obesity and alcohol consumption in certain types of cancer. Both dietary support and counseling strategies during cancer treatment are outlined; in the kitchen, plant-based, antioxidant-rich recipes are prepared.



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Sponsored Satellite Programs at Advances and Controversies in Clinical Nutrition

Sponsored Satellite Programs are programs that are planned and conducted by external groups (e.g., trade groups, corporations, other health organizations) in conjunction with Advances and Controversies in Clinical Nutrition. Sponsored Satellite Programs provide attendees with additional educational opportunities. Program content must be reviewed and approved by ASN. Half-day, morning, lunch and evening opportunities are available.

BENEFITS

Recognition in conference marketing, attendee communications, and program (web, electronic and print) Company listing on conference signage Complimentary meeting space for your program and standard audio-visual equipment Videotaping of program for online broadcast on nutrition.org One-time use of a pre-meeting and post-meeting attendee mailing list 6’ Exhibit table in clinical exposition area Thank you sign at supporter’s exhibit table

PROGRAM FEES

Half-Day Program (9:00 am – 1:00 pm) $35,000

Two-Hour Morning Programs (9:00 am – 11:30 am or 11:30 am – 1:30 pm) $20,000

Breakfast Program (7:00 am – 8:45 am) $15,000

Evening Program (6:00 am – 9:00 pm) $20,000

N OT E S A B O U T S P O N S O R E D S AT E L L I T E P R O G R A M S

While Continuing Professional Credits (CPE) will be provided for dietitians, continuing education (CE) credits for physicians and nurses will not be provided for these programs.

The American Society for Nutrition does not endorse the content presented in Sponsored Satellite Programs or their proceedings, publications, etc.

All companies should comply with the PhRMA Code on interaction with healthcare professionals, as listed on www.phrma.org.

ASN reserves the right to accept, reject or condition acceptance, based on ASN’s sole discretion, for any reason, which need not be disclosed to the applicant.

Sponsored Satellite Program organizers are responsible for the following: speaker travel arrangements and reimbursements; speaker honoraria; food/beverage expenses; and program agenda/handouts.


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13Advertising


Exhibit Guide

The Exhibit Guide is a comprehensive tool attendees use to navigate the meeting. With program details and exhibitor descriptions, this program is referred to during and after the conference.

Please contact our publisher CustomNEWS, 800-627-8723 for complete ad specs. NND and program ad rates range from $775 to $2,975.

Dedicated E-Blast $3,975

Send an e-blast to ASN’s community of more than 10,000 professionals with an interest in nutrition science and practice.


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Jointly sponsored by the American Society for Nutrition and Tufts University School of Medicine

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Nutrition Notes Daily *

Two editions of Nutrition Notes Daily, ASN’s convention newspaper, will be issued via print and digital editions free of charge to meeting attendees and archived online for members. NND features vital program and meeting information with session coverage and meeting updates.

Please contact our publisher CustomNEWS, 800-627-8723 for specs and rates.

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