Exhibit, Advertise, and Support at the AANN 50th Annual Meeting
The AANN exhibit program is developed to give exhibitors optimum contact with the leaders in neuroscience nursing.
Exhibit
The AANN exhibit program is developed to give exhibitors optimum contact with the leaders in neuroscience nursing. To promote exhibit floor traffic, an opening reception, lunch, breaks, and posters will all be held inside the exhibit hall.
Submit your application for exhibit space today for the best available location!
- Exhibitor Prospectus
- Exhibit Floor Plan
- Exhibit Application
- Register for Exhibit Badges
- Enhance Your Visibility
- Decorator Kit- link coming soon!
- Lead Retrieval Information and Order Form- link coming soon!
Exhibit Hall Hours*
Saturday, March 17
8 am–4:30 pm Exhibitor Setup/Registration
5:30–7:30 pm Opening Reception with Exhibits & Posters
Sunday, March 18
9:30 am–3:45 pm Exhibitors & Posters
9:30–10:30 am Light Breakfast Break with Exhibits & Posters
11:40 am–1:15 pm Box Lunch with Exhibits & Posters
2:55–3:45 pm Break with Exhibits & Posters
Monday, March 19
Upon the request of the majority of exhibitors, the exhibit hall will be closed on Monday. Booth tear down will take place on Monday, March 19th from 8:00 am - Noon.
8:00 am - Noon Exhibit teardown
*Hours are subject to change.
Housing for Exhibitors
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
333 West Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
Front Desk & Reservations: (619) 234-1500
Personalized group link: https://aws.passkey.com/go/aann2018
Cut off: February 16, 2018
The limited, special rate is $270 (single/double), and the cut-off date is February 16, 2018. This special rate will apply until the cut-off date, or when the room block is filled; at that point, higher rates may apply. AANN has secured a limited number of sleeping rooms at the special discounted rate. Please be sure to make your reservations early and to indicate that you are attending the AANN conference.
Advertise and Support
The meeting is expected to draw more than 800 leaders in neuroscience nursing. Make sure you get noticed! Take advantage of our variety of advertising and support opportunities.
Corporate Showcase
Showcase your company's products, services, or programs by conducting a seminar or product demonstration. Corporate showcase sessions are 30 minutes in length and will be held in a designated area in the exhibit hall, set up in theatre style for 100 attendees. Please note that sessions are unopposed with any educational programs. Corporate showcase sessions are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis pending AANN approval. The showcase fee is $15,000 and must accompany your completed corporate showcase application. Showcases are only available to those who purchase an exhibit booth.
Download the Corporate Showcase application
CE and Non-CE Symposia
- Non-CE Symposia Request Form
- Non-CE Symposia Guidelines
- CE Symposia Application
- CE Symposia Guidelines - Coming in June 2017!
Passport Program
This program directs attendees to your booth in the exhibit hall. When attendees get their passport stamped by participating exhibitors, they are eligible for special prize drawings in the exhibit hall. Reach your audience with this special and fun program; it's a great way to connect with attendees and drive foot traffic to your exhibit.
Download the Passport Program application
Program Book Ad
The program book is passed out to all attendees. Make a lasting impression by sponsoring an ad in the program book. If you would like to sponsor a program book ad, please email Mary Paulson at mpaulson@aann.org.
Opening Reception—$15,000
This event kicks off the Annual Meeting in the exhibit hall. You will receive excellent visibility through signage at the events.
Tote Bags/Portfolio—$10,000
As the attendees register, they will receive the tote bag filled with meeting information. The bag will feature your company logo providing you high visibility.
Tech Corner—$10,000
E-mail/Internet stations will be available to attendees for meeting information, print handouts, and for their online CNE evaluations. Your company will be recognized on all computer screens and on the kiosks.
President's Reception—$10,000
This invitation-only reception will include the AANN leaders. You will receive recognition at this event through signage and napkins featuring you logo. Invite your leadership with the 5 additional invitations you will receive.
Keycards—$10,000
Attendees registering at the headquarter hotel will receive a keycard with your logo and message.
Massage Area—$10,000
Have your company logo on a "relaxation lounge" where massages will be provided to attendees.
Photo Booth in the Exhibit Hall—$5,000
Support a photo booth where attendees can take pictures with their friends and colleagues and then pick up their printed photos in your booth.
Headshots in the Exhibit Hall—$5,000
Support the Headshot area where nurses can receive a professional headshot for their career development.
Lanyards—$5,000
Have your company logo on the official AANN badge holder/lanyard and receive high visibility.
Continental Breakfast—$5,000
As the supporter, you may provide napkins, cups, and candy with your logo for use at the refreshment area.
Bag Insert—$3,000
Your material is included in the attendee bag given on the first day at the registration counter.
Beverage Breaks—$3,000
As the supporter you may provide napkins and cups with your logo for use at the refreshment area.
Have additional questions about exhibit or sponsorship opportunities? Please contact Mary Paulson, AANN Professional Relations Manager, at 847.375.4803 or mpaulson@aann.org.