2nd BIENNIAL DSF FAMILY & MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCE
Coral Gables, FL June 23-26, 2016
The Westin Colonnade Coral Gables
180 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities
PO Box 16536, West Haven, CT 06516
www.dravetfoundation.org
Dravet Syndrome Foundation’s (DSF) Biennial Family & Medical Professional Conference provides an outstanding
opportunity for exhibitors and sponsors to reach families and individuals affected by Dravet syndrome and related
epilepsies, as well as the medical professionals who care for them. The goal of the conference is to provide the tools
and connections to address the medical, educational and social challenges of living with Dravet syndrome, and to
provide the opportunity for families to meet and build a community.
Dravet syndrome is an intractable epilepsy that begins in infancy for which there is currently no cure. Along with
multiple seizures and seizure types, patients must also contend with the many co-morbidities associated with the
condition. Our conferences empower caretakers and families to understand, seek out and put into place medical care
and services that will meet the unique and complex needs of patients.
DRAVET SYNDROME FOUNDATION’S MISSION:
The mission of DSF is to aggressively raise research funds for Dravet syndrome and related epilepsies; to increase
awareness of these catastrophic conditions; and to provide support to affected individuals and families.
DSF provides support, education and advocacy for families and professionals dealing with the complex issues of this
condition. DSF advances research to improve the quality of life for those living with Dravet syndrome. Since its
inception in 2009, DSF has awarded over $2M in research grants and over $80K in patient assistance grants.
WHY SUPPORT THE BIENNIAL CONFERENCE ON DRAVET SYNDROME?
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Demonstrate your Organization’s leadership in the field of Dravet syndrome and related epilepsies
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Connect with key leaders and families in the Dravet syndrome community
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Participate in a stimulating, interactive three-day conference focusing on Dravet syndrome, treatment
options and current research
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Network with colleagues in the field of Dravet syndrome and related epilepsies
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Showcase your products and/or services that are used in the diagnosis and treatment of Dravet syndrome
and related epilepsies
Help DSF make a difference!
www.dsfconference.org
WHO SHOULD EXHIBIT & ADVERTISE
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THANK YOU TO OUR 2014 CONFERENCE SPONSORS
Pharmaceutical Companies
Genetic Diagnostic Companies
Neurology Centers specializing in
Dravet syndrome
Ketogenic Diet Suppliers
Epilepsy Device Companies
Seizure Detection Device Companies
Medical & Adaptive Equipment Suppliers
Family & Epilepsy Support Groups
PRESENTING:
Brabant Pharmaceuticals
PLATINUM
Lundbeck
GOLD
Retrophin
SILVER
Upsher-Smith
Insys
Eisai
2014 ATTENDANCE PROFILE
BRONZE
CURE
GW Pharmaceuticals
Transgenomic
63% Parents/Caregivers
35% Professionals
2% Researchers
CONTRIBUTING
Nutricia
PATRON
Cyberonics
Gene Dx
EXHIBITOR SCHEDULE
Exhibit Hours
Opens: Friday, June 24th at 12:00pm
Closes: Saturday, June 25th at 5:00pm
**Must complete booth set up by 4:00
pm on Thursday, June 23rd
**Must dismantle between 5:00pm7:00pm on Saturday, June 25th
Daily Hours of Operation
Friday, June 24th, 12pm-5pm
Saturday, June 25th, 8am-5pm
Questions?
Call Mary Anne Meskis at 203.392.1950
Or for email inquires, maryanne.m@dravetfoundation.org
www.dsfconference.org
LEAD SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
TITLE SPONSOR (Exclusive)
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Special Recognition from the podium during the opening Welcome
Splash page within the DSF Conference App; appears as App is loaded
Banner Ad within the DSF Conference App, linking directly to sponsor’s website
Acknowledgement in DSF newsletter and on DSF website as Title Sponsor
Recognition on all conference invitations, eblasts, and media releases
Main sponsor of Parent Scholarship Program
Corporate logo placed on conference registration website with link to Sponsor’s website
Visible signage at event with recognition as Title Sponsor
Naming opportunity of a major conference event (1st choice of Welcome Reception or Thursday or
Friday evening social event)
Ten (10) conference registrations (may be donated to parent attendees at conference)
Exhibit space in prime location in exhibit area
Opportunity to supply promotional item or flyer in the attendee conference bag
PRESENTING SPONSOR (2 available)
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$50,000
Special Recognition from the podium during the opening Welcome
Banner Ad within the DSF Conference App, linking directly to sponsor’s website
Acknowledgement in DSF newsletter and on DSF website as Presenting Sponsor
Recognition on all conference invitations, eblasts, and media releases
Corporate logo placed on conference registration website with link to Sponsor’s website
Visible signage at event with recognition as Presenting Sponsor
Naming opportunity of a major conference event (2nd or 3rd choice of Welcome Reception or
Thursday or Friday evening social event. Choice based on order of finalized contracts.)
Eight (6) conference registrations (may be donated to parent attendees at conference)
Exhibit space in prime location in exhibit area
Opportunity to supply promotional item or flyer in the attendee conference bag
FEATURED SPONSOR (4 available)
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$100,000
$25,000
Recognition from the podium during the opening Welcome
Acknowledgement in DSF newsletter and on DSF website as Featured Sponsor
Banner Ad within the DSF Conference App, linking directly to sponsor’s website
Recognition on all conference invitations, eblasts, and media releases
Corporate logo placed on conference registration website with link to Sponsor’s website
Visible signage at event with recognition as Platinum Sponsor
Four (4) conference registrations (may be donated to parent attendees at conference)
One (1) 6 ft table in prime location in exhibit area
www.dsfconference.org
ADDITIONAL SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES
GOLD
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$10,000
Acknowledgement in all conference materials as Gold Sponsor
Recognition on all conference invitations, eblasts, and media releases
Corporate logo placed on conference registration website with link to Sponsor’s website
Visible signage at event with recognition as Gold Sponsor
Two (2) conference registrations (may be donated to parent attendees at conference)
One (1) 6 ft table in exhibit area
SILVER
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$5,000
Acknowledgement in all conference materials as Silver Sponsor
Recognition on all conference invitations and eblasts
Corporate logo placed on conference registration website with link to Sponsor’s website
Visible signage at event with recognition as Silver Sponsor
Two (2) conference registrations (may be donated to parent attendees at the conference)
One (1) 6 ft table in exhibit area
BRONZE
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$2,500
Corporate logo placed on conference registration website with link to Sponsor’s website
Two (2) conference registrations
One (1) 6 ft table in exhibit area
$1,500
EXHIBITOR
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Listing within the DSF Conference App as an Exhibitor, with website listing
One (1) conference registrations
One (1) 6 ft table in exhibit area
NON-PROFIT
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$250
One (1) conference registration
One (1) 6 ft table in exhibit area
www.dsfconference.org
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT:
The Miami Children's Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
DESIGNATION STATEMENT:
The Miami Children’s Health System designates this live activity for a maximum of 15.75 AMA PRA Category
1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in
the activity.
FACULTY/PLANNER DISCLOSURE POLICY:
In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education’s Standards for Commercial
Support, all planners, teachers, and authors involved in the development of CME content are required to disclose to the accredited provider their relevant financial relationships. Relevant financial relationships will be
disclosed to the activity audience.
FACULTY DISCLOSURE/CONFLICT OF INTEREST RESOLUTION STATEMENT:
The “Conflict of Interest Disclosure Policy” of Miami Children's Health System requires that faculty participating in any CME activity disclose to the audience any relationship(s) with a pharmaceutical or equipment
company. Miami Children’s Health System has implemented the following strategies to resolve conflicts of
interest:
 A disclosure slide is presented before each speaker lecture.
 Each speaker lecture was reviewed for potential conflicts of interest.
 The content of each speaker lecture was ensured to be non-biased and free from marketing and/or
promotion of products or services.
 Speakers were instructed to provide a balanced view of therapeutic options and use only generic
names when possible.
 Speakers were instructed to support presentation and clinical recommendations with the “best available evidence” from medical literature.
 Disclosures will also be announced by the moderator verbally to the participants.
Any presenter whose conflict cannot be resolved will not be permitted to present. Miami Children’s Health
System also requires that faculty participating in any CME activity disclose to the audience when discussing
any unlabeled or investigational use of any commercial product or device not yet approved for use in the
United States.
LINK TO WRITEABLE CONTRACT:
http://www.dravetfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/MCH-2016-CME-Support-Contract.pdf
OR PRINT AND RETURN PAGES 7-8 of this prospectus
SUBMIT COMPLETED CONTRACTS TO:
Dravet Syndrome Foundation
PO Box 16536
West Haven, CT 06516
maryanne.m@dravetfoundation.org
Mary Anne Meskis
203-392-1950
27-0924627
maryanne.m@dravetfoundation.org
203-907-1950
Mary Anne Meskis
Executive Director, DSF
Please make checks payable to:
DRAVET SYNDROME FOUNDATION
PO Box 16536
West Haven, CT 06516