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Share Your Message with Nutrition andDietetics ProfessionalsSponsorship of the Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Conventionand Exposition creates an exceptional opportunity to communicate withnutrition and dietetics professionals in Arizona.The convention and exposition is a cost-effective method to make nutrition leaders and decisionmakers aware of services or products you offer. Through face to face contact, you can build onexisting relationships and develop new ones.The AZAND Annual Convention and ExpositionThe Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AZAND) Annual Nutrition Convention & Exposition,held in partnership with the Arizona Department of Health Services, is the leading convention fornutrition professionals in Arizona. The 200-plus attendees are looking for cutting-edge nutritionproducts and solutions that they can use in their profession and share with consumers. AZAND offersa variety of sponsorship opportunities for organizations which are aligned with our mission and visionstatements (see page 2). In general, the Arizona Academy associates with food suppliers and sponsorsthat promote healthy eating based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans.The AZAND Convention & Exposition will be held on Friday, June 17, 2016 at theDesert Willow Conference Center – 4340 E. Cotton Center Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ85040(2620W DunlapRoad)in Phoenix,Takeadvantageof thisopportunitytoArizonareach a 85021.broad spectrum of AZAND members: Practitioners in hospitals, long-term care facilities and other clinical settings Directors and managers in foodservice operations that make buying decisions Consultants to food companies, corporations, websites, public relation firms Members of the media in print, television, websites and blogosphere Counselors in private practice Nutrition researchers Educators in colleges, universities and culinary schools Public health and community-based professionals Sales and marketing professionalsChoose Your Sponsorship LevelWe offer multiple levels of sponsorship with varied benefits and we can work with you to customize alevel of sponsorship which is mutually beneficial. Please review the matrix on page 3 and select thesponsorship level right for you and your organization. As an exhibitor, you may provide samples,promotional items and printed materials when the attendees visit your table throughout the day.1
Who We AreThe Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AZAND)AZAND is an affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. With nearly 74,000 members, theAcademy is the nation’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals and promotes optimalnutrition and well-being for all people. For more information about the Academy, visitwww.eatright.org. Most members are Registered Dietitians (RD) or Dietetic Technicians, Registered(DTR), and AZAND also includes allied health professionals and students in dietetics programs. Forinformation about AZAND, visit www.eatrightarizona.org.AZAND Mission StatementOur mission is to lead the future of dietetics in Arizona.AZAND Vision StatementAZAND members are the most valued source of food and nutrition information in Arizona.About the Academy of Nutrition and DieteticsThe Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly the American Dietetic Association) was founded in1917, and is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. The Academy iscommitted to improving the nation's health and advancing the profession of dietetics throughresearch, education and advocacy.Mission — Empowering members to be the nation's food and nutrition leadersVision — Optimizing the nation's health through food and nutrition2
2016 Expo Sponsorship / Exhibitor LevelsBenefits of Sponsorship LevelSponsorship LevelRecognition atstart ofsessionCompanyname andlogo onprogramcoverMEMBER EDUCATIONKeynote speaker 5,000Breakout speaker 2,000XXMEALS, REFRESHMENTS & RECEPTION*Evening reception 3,500XBreakfast 2,000XLunch 3,500XRefreshment 500breakWebsitelink fromAZANDweb site2 sponsorsmay attendeducationalsessionsand mealsXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXCompanyname andlogo inprogramX1 sponsormay attendeducationalsessionsand mealsEXHIBITOR SPONSORSHIP LEVELS when paid by April 29, 2016 (after that date, rate increases by 50)Platinum 500XXXXGold 325XDietary Practice 200XGroupAZAND member 175Xowned companyVendortable:Draped tableplus 2 chairsXXXXXXX*Sponsored Member Meals and RefreshmentsAZAND offers sponsors the opportunity to support these events at the convention. Sponsors receive publicrecognition during the announcements, display of promotional materials at buffet areas, and a potentialopportunity to have their food and beverage products as part of the menu (additional costs may apply pervenue). Sponsors may also speak to the entire group for a few minutes during their respective breakfast,lunch or evening reception.Promote Your Business with Web Site and Program RecognitionAll sponsors receive recognition of sponsorship; however when you sponsor the meeting at Platinum Level orabove, you have the opportunity to have your organization’s logo appear on the AZAND web site with a linkto yours. The earlier you complete payment for sponsorship, the greater your visibility to web site visitors.After receipt of your commitment and payment, a representative will provide specifications for logos. Onceyour logo and web site URL are received, we will update the home page of www.eatrightarizona.orgRaffle ItemsPlease consider making a donation (gift baskets, gift certificates, etc.) for our raffle which supportsthe AZAND scholarship program.3
SPONSOR / EXHIBITOR INFORMATIONArizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Annual MeetingJune 17, 2016: Desert Willow Conference Center –4340 E. Cotton Center Boulevard, Phoenix, AZConference Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Exhibit SpaceEach exhibit space has a draped table and twochairs. Rates are for one table. Additional tables are 100 eachHandouts/Samples for AttendeesAs a sponsor with a booth, you are welcome toprovide samples to attendees.Prize drawingsFeel free to have prizes available at your booth togive away to lucky attendees at the end of theconvention. Please provide your own container inwhich to collect business cards or entry forms forthe drawing.Registration DeadlinePayment in full with signed commitment is requiredto reserve space on or May 17, 2016. See paymentinformation and options below.Exhibitor Set-Up TimeSet up will be available an hour before theconference starts on Friday morning.Logo SpecificationsFor sponsorship level providing web and print recognition,you will need to submit an appropriate JPEG file. Fordetails, email info@eatrightarizona.orgElectrical ArrangementsBring power strips or extension cords as needed.If you have specific electrical needs, please senda message info@eatrightarizona.orgPayment methods:Credit cards payments are accepted at www.eatrightarizona.org Click on PAY NOW. ORMail make check payable to AZAND. Send check and registration form to:AZAND Annual Meeting, c/o Margaret Tate, RDN, MS16845 N. 29th Ave. Suite 1, #713,Phoenix, AZ 85053Full payment must be made by May 17, 2016 in order to reserve an exhibit table at theArizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics annual meeting EXPO. No refunds forcancellation of exhibit tables will be made after May 17, 2016.Questions? Contact the AZAND Executive Director, Margaret Tate at info@eatrightarizona.orgComplete the form on the next page to formalize your commitmentand submit by May 17.4
SPONSOR/EXHIBITOR COMMITMENTArizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Annual MeetingJune 17, 2016: Desert Willow Conference Center –4340 E. Cotton Center Boulevard, Phoenix, AZPlease respond by May 17, 2016.Contact Name:Company ption of Product/Service: (50 WORDS OR LESS):Platinum, 500Gold, 325Dietary Practice Group 125Member-owned business, 175Additional expo table, 100Morning break sponsor, 500Raffle item to donateKeynote speaker sponsorship, 5000Breakout speaker sponsorship, 2000Breakfast sponsor, 2,000Lunch sponsor, 3,500Evening reception sponsor, 3,500Morning break sponsor, 500Description:Please email or fax your completed registration form to: info@eatrightarizona.org or fax 623-476-5501Payment methods:Credit cards payments are accepted at www.eatrightarizona.org Click on PAY NOW.ORMail make check payable to AZAND. Send check and registration form to:AZAND, c/o Margaret Tate, RDN, MS16845 N. 29th Ave. Suite 1, #713,Phoenix, AZ 85053Contact Name (print)Contact SignatureDateFor office use only: Date Form/Payment received5
The Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AZAND) Annual Nutrition Convention & Exposition, held in partnership with the Arizona Department of Health Services, is the leading convention for nutrition professionals in Arizona. The 200-plus attendees are looking for cutting-edge nutrition
