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2018 AWS CONFERENCEO C T O B E R 2 0 - 2 3 , 2 0 1 8 • B O S T O N , M A
CORPORATE SUPPORT & EXHIBIT OPPORTUNITIES
Ready to exhibit or advertise? Complete our new online application at womensurgeons.org.For more information, contact Bree Angelo at [email protected], or 312.265.2996.
THE ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN SURGEONS (AWS), FOUNDED IN 1981, IS AN INTERNATIONAL NOT-FOR-PROFIT PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION WHOSE MISSION IS TO INSPIRE, ENCOURAGE AND ENABLE WOMEN SURGEONS TO REALIZE THEIR PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL GOALS.
AWS ACCOMPLISHMENTS:• Issued a statement on pay parity and has worked with the Women in
Surgery Committee of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) on aparental leave statement
• Governor for the American College of Surgeons
• Representative on the ACS General Surgery Advisory Council
• Representatives in most ACS State Chapters
• Three AWS Editorial Board Members for the American Journal of Surgery(AJS) and the October issue of AJS includes AWS scientific manuscripts
• 21 surgical specialties represented by our members
• Research scholarships
• Visiting professor programs
engagecurrent and future women surgeons
to realize their professional and personal goals.
excelin their endeavors through
mentorship, education and a networked
community that promotes their contributions and
achievements as students, surgeons and leaders.
empowerwomen surgeons
to succeed.
Does your organization strive to be women friendly in this day and age? Show it through your support of AWS.
Half of all US medical students and nearly 40% OF SURGICAL RESIDENTS ARE WOMEN and AWS has this audience captured. Join us at the 2018 Conference to reach them! With approximately 1,800 MEMBERS representing 21 countries, five local AWS Chapters and 52 Medical Student Chapters, AWS is the largest organization dedicated to women surgeons across all surgical subspecialties. AWS provides mentoring opportunities and leadership development by fostering the interaction among and exchange of information between women surgeons.
The 2018 Annual Conference will embrace the theme, DARE TO BE YOU, and feature a variety of scientific and inspirational leaders in surgery. New to the program this year, AWS will feature an interactive Story Slam and a Negotiation Workshop.
Brand FootprintAWS Members: 1,798
Website UVs per month: 128,424
eConnections newsletter open rate: 34%
Facebook followers: 6,294
Twitter followers: 15,600
PUBLICATIONS
Our partnerships have resulted
in AWS branded products such
as The Pocket Mentor and
The AWS Guide to Success: Navigating Your Surgical Career.
Ready to exhibit or advertise? Complete our new online application at womensurgeons.org.For more information, contact Bree Angelo at [email protected], or 312.265.2996.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2018Exhibits open in the Surgeons’ Lounge all day on Saturday.
7:30 – 8:30am Continental Breakfast Available in the Surgeons’ Lounge
8:30 – 9:15am Introduction and Kickoff Speaker
9:15 – 10:30am Scientific Sessions
10:30 – 11:00am Networking Break in the Surgeons’ Lounge
11:00am – 12:00pm Scientific Sessions
12:00 – 1:00pm Keynote Speaker
1:00 – 2:30pm Lunch with Interactive Program and Networking
2:30 – 4:15pm Scientific Sessions and Poster Presentations
4:15 – 4:45pm Networking Break in the Surgeons’ Lounge
5:00 – 6:00pm Annual Business Meeting
6:00 – 7:30pm Wine and Cheese Networking Reception in the Surgeons’ Lounge
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 20187:30am – 12:00pm Concurrent Workshops
(Separate registration fee required)
Negotiation Bootcamp for Women: Creating the Groundwork for Success
Mock Residency Selection Committee Workshop*
*Medical Student Program
MONDAY, OCTOBER 22, 20186:00 – 7:30pm Reception for Women in Surgery
7:30 – 10:00pm AWS Foundation Awards Dinner
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 20187:00 – 9:00am AWS Networking Breakfast
THANK YOU TO OUR 2017 CORPORATE SUPPORTERS
AND EXHIBITORS
ADDITIONAL GRANT SUPPORT provided by
EXHIBITORS
Morgan Stanley
Charles Schwab
CBL Path
CONFERENCE AGENDA AT A GLANCE Subject to change
THE SURGEONS’ LOUNGEAgain, this year’s exhibit hall will be transformed into The Surgeons’ Lounge—a space to network in a comfortable
environment. The conference agenda provides 3.5 hours of unopposed time over breakfast, breaks and the evening
reception, for maximum networking opportunities. The Surgeons’ Lounge is the optimal place for sponsors and exhibitors to
connect with the AWS Membership. We’ll set the stage for you to enhance your relationships with attendees, while providing
an original and memorable experience.
Ready to exhibit or advertise? Complete our new online application at womensurgeons.org.For more information, contact Bree Angelo at [email protected], or 312.265.2996.
EXHIBITOR $1,500
ENGAGE$5,000
EMPOWER$10,000
EXCEL$25,000
EXHIBITOR TABLE PACKAGE IN THE SURGEONS’ LOUNGE:Table tent with sponsor’s name, 6-foot draped table, 2 chairs.
• • • •FULL CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS (25% discount on all additional registrations) 1 1 2 3
SIGNAGE RECOGNITION AT THE EVENT • • • •LISTING IN CONFERENCE MATERIALS • • • •LOGO ON CONFERENCE WEBPAGE
NAMEONLY • • •
ACKNOWLEDGMENT IN AWS ECONNECTIONS(bi-monthly e-publication) • • •SOCIAL MEDIA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ON AWS FACEBOOK AND TWITTER • • •BANNER AD ON AWS WEBSITE, FROM SIGN-UP THROUGH END OF 2018 • •PRE-CONFERENCE E-BLAST SENT FROM AWS (company provided HTML content) • •2 TICKETS TO AWSF AWARDS DINNER • •POST-CONFERENCE E-BLAST SENT FROM AWS (company provided HTML content) •ONE HOUR OF ONE-ON-ONE TIME WITH SELECT OFFICERS/COUNCIL MEMBERS •
SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS SUMMARY
ADDITIONAL ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES Registration Bag Insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500Limited availability
Branded Giveaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,500Production included. One-color company logo and AWS logo on a giveaway item of AWS’ choosing
Starr Poster Contest for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500 Medical Students & Residents
Story Slam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000With continued monthly sponsored podcasts via social media
AWS Networking Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,000Exclusive opportunity
Negotiation Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,000Exclusive opportunity
Surgeons’ Lounge Title Sponsor . . . . . . . . . . $20,000Exclusive opportunity
Ready to exhibit or advertise? Complete our new online application at womensurgeons.org.For more information, contact Bree Angelo at [email protected], or 312.265.2996.
2018 AWS CONFERENCE OCTOBER 20-23, 2018 • BOSTON, MA
EDUCATIONAL GRANTS
The Association of Women Surgeons and Association of Women Surgeons Foundation also gratefully
accept Educational Grants for the 2018 Annual Conference, as well as other educational endeavors
throughout the year. Educational Grants are acknowledged in any printed program as well as at the
specific event, if applicable.
The grants can include support for the below expenses. Additionally, “in kind” grants may be needed at
times, including disposable instruments or equipment on loan.
• Printing• Meals & Social Event• Miscellaneous Meeting Expenses (speaker expenses, lanyards, registration bags, WiFi service, etc.)