2015 Invitation to Sponsor

Dear Friends and Supporters,

The 62nd Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, with special participation of Asociación Mexicana de Psiquiatría Infantil, A.C. (AMPI), will take place from October 26-31, 2015 in San Antonio, Texas. I am writing to offer a special invitation for you to this special event. We hope that you will join us.

Our Annual Meeting is the most important event of the year in child and adolescent psychiatry. Child and adolescent psychiatrists and other allied professionals will gather this year in San Antonio to learn, share, debate, and discuss the latest developments, new techniques, and best practices for excellent patient care in the field of child and adolescent psychiatry.

Many youth suffer from psychiatric, behavioral, or developmental disorders at any given time. This is not just an issue for children in the US; it is a global issue. While based in the US, AACAP is actually an international professional medical association with members from around the world. We are focused on understanding the causes of these illnesses, how to treat them more effectively and how to improve the quality of life for children, adolescents, and families all over the world who are affected by these disorders.

I am pleased to announce the 62nd Annual Meeting Invitation to Sponsor. It will maximize the effectiveness of your company’s brand and marketing budget. Our meeting draws more than 4,000 child and adolescent psychiatrists and other allied professionals. It is the single largest meeting focused on child and adolescent mental health with over 20% of the attendees from outside of the U.S.

Please review our sponsorship opportunities. We are happy to work with you to design options that best fits your company’s needs. Our business team will work with you to customize a sponsorship plan that will meet your brand, revenue, and philanthropic goals. Whatever sponsorship level you choose, we expect the value will exceed your expectations. Your sponsorship positions your company to best engage your stakeholders and customers. Build your brand and underscore your company’s commitment to children’s mental health.

I look forward to welcoming you to San Antonio!

Sincerely,

Heidi B. Fordi, CAE Executive Director AACAP

Why Children Need You

• 13% of youth ages 8-15 have a mental illness severe enough to cause significant impairment in day-to-day living.

• 79% of children ages 6-17 with mental illnesses do not receive treatment.

• Nearly 50% of students age 14 and older with mental illness drop out of high school (the highest rate of any disability group).

• The onset of most mental illnesses occurs in childhood and adolescence.

• Studies indicate, on average, the delay between first onset of symptoms and treatment is 8 to 10 years.

• Mental illnesses not treated in childhood result in an estimated $140 billion in annual productivity and income losses to businesses.

• Brand positioning

• Access to more than 4,000 child and adolescent psychiatrists and key decision makers at more than 120 academic institutions and 100 hospital-based child psychiatry programs

• Access to child and adolescent psychiatrists from diverse practice settings

• Onsite and online recognition of your organization on AACAP’s website

How You Benefit

For more information, contact the Office of Development by phone at 202.966.7300 ext. 130 or by email at development@aacap.org.

WHO WE AREAACAP is a membership-driven, children-centered medical association.

Our more than 8,800 members are child and adolescent psychiatrists. We have a 61-year history of making meaningful contributions to children with mental illnesses, and helping them to create a better future for themselves and their families.

AACAP is:

• Research Driven. • Treatment Focused. • Children and Adolescent

Centered.

Our Focus Our Mission

The Mission of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is to promote the healthy development of children, adolescents, and families through advocacy, education, and research, and to meet the professional needs of child and adolescent psychiatrists throughout their careers.

Connect

AACAP’s 62nd Annual Meeting is your opportunity to connect face-to-face with an engaged, informed, and motivated audience.

As a sponsor you will:

Contact

Maximize your brand and visibility by making the 62nd Annual Meeting part of your corporate marketing strategy.

Communicate

We will promote your sponsorship before, during, and after the meeting using a multi- channel platform that includes online, print, and digital messaging.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Registration & Invitations

• Five complimentary Annual Meeting general registrations

• Four invitations to the Sponsorship Round- table held at the Annual Meeting

• Four invitations to the President’s Reception with AACAP leaders and prominent donors

Mega Super HERO: $100,000

Registration & Invitations

• Six complimentary Annual Meeting general registrations

• Five invitations to the Sponsorship Roundtable held at the Annual Meeting

• Six invitations to the President’s Reception with AACAP leaders and prominent donors

Recognition & Signage

• Exclusive sponsor of AACAP’s Annual Meeting Wifi network

• Prominent recognition at Annual Meeting Registration, the Welcome Reception, and the Karl Menninger, MD Plenary

Advertising

• Three full-page ads over one or more issues of AACAP News — viewed by more than 8,800 and available online and in print

• A one-page ad in the Exhibits Guide, distributed to all meeting attendees

Recognition & Signage • Prominent recognition

at Annual Meeting Registration, the Welcome Reception, and the Karl Menninger, MD Plenary

Advertising

• Two full-page ads over one or more issues of AACAP News — viewed by more than 8,800 and available online and in print

Super HERO Level: $75,000

HERO Level: $25,000

Action HERO Level: $50,000

Registration & Invitations

• Three complimentary Annual Meeting general registrations• Three invitations to the Sponsorship Roundtable held at the

Annual Meeting• Three invitations to the President’s Reception with AACAP

leaders and prominent donors

Registration & Invitations

• Three complimentary Annual Meeting general registrations

• Two invitations to the Sponsorship Roundtable held at the Annual Meeting

• Two invitations to the President’s Reception with AACAP leaders and prominent donors

Recognition & Signage • Prominent recognition at Annual Meeting Registration,

the Welcome Reception, and the Karl Menninger, MD Plenary

Advertising

• One full-page ad in an issue of AACAP News — viewed by more than 8,800 and available online and in print

Recognition & Signage • Prominent recognition at Annual Meeting

Registration, the Welcome Reception, and the Karl Menninger, MD Plenary

Advertising

• One full-page ad in an issue of AACAP News — viewed by more than 8,800 and available online and in print

Registration & Invitations

• Two complimentary Annual Meeting general registrations• Two invitations to the Sponsorship Roundtable held at the

Annual Meeting• Two invitations to the President’s Reception with AACAP

leaders and prominent donors

Sidekick HERO Level: $10,000

Recognition & Signage • Prominent recognition at Annual

Meeting Registration, the Welcome Reception, and the Karl Menninger, MD Plenary

Everyday HERO Level: $2,500

Recognition & Signage • Prominent recognition at Annual Meeting Registration, the

Welcome Reception, and the Karl Menninger, MD Plenary

Advertising

• One half-page ad in an issue of AACAP News —viewed by more than 8,800 and available online and in print

Wingman HERO Level: $5,000

Registration & Invitations

• One complimentary Annual Meeting general registration

• One invitation to the Sponsorship Roundtable held at the Annual Meeting

• One invitation to the President’s Reception with AACAP leaders and prominent donors

Advertising

• One quarter-page ad in an issue of AACAP News — viewed by more than 8,800 and available online and in print

Registration & Invitations

• One complimentary Annual Meeting general registration• One invitation to the Sponsorship Roundtable held at the

Annual Meeting

Recognition & Signage • Prominent recognition at Annual Meeting

Registration, the Welcome Reception, and the Karl Menninger, MD Plenary

All Sponsors are entitled to the following additional benefits:

• Company name listed on a welcome flyer placed in attendee registration bags

• Recognition as a sponsor on the AACAP website and on signage in the Exhibit Hall

• One free job posting on AACAP’s JobSource

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Recognition in select AACAP publications including:

• Annual Meeting Registration Magazine – used to widely promote the Annual Meeting

• Annual Meeting Program Book – distributed to all Annual Meeting attendees• Annual Meeting Exhibits Guide – distributed to all Annual Meeting attendees• Annual Meeting Honors Book – distributed to key AACAP stakeholders• AACAP Annual Report – distributed to key AACAP stakeholders• Annual Meeting App – available to all registered attendees

For general information, to design a sponsorship to your specific needs, or to learn more about pricing options on Sponsorship/Exhibit combination packages, contact AACAP’s Office of Development via email at development@aacap.org or by phone at 202.966.7300 ext. 130.

Be a HERO for Children’s Mental Health! Invest Today!

ADDITIONAL SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Exhibit Hall Café:

Sponsor the AACAP Café on the show floor where attendees can grab lunch or a snack in between programs. All attendees will receive a coupon to be used in the Cafe! Sponsorship includes three full days of service. Exclusive Sponsor Rate: $20,000

Relaxation Station:

Sponsor the relaxation station on the show floor and be a hero to attendees who can receive neck and back massages in the lounge. Collect qualified leads as delegates seek out your booth to request vouchers to redeem in the massage area. Sponsor-ship includes three full days of service. Exclusive Sponsor Rate: $20,000

Exhibit Hall Coffee Shop: Sponsor a Coffee Shop next to your booth and be a hero to attendees looking for a quick cup of coffee in between programs! Sponsorship includes three full days of service. Exclusive Sponsor Rate: $7,500