A special thank you to our 2023 sponsors and exhibitors:
Premier Sponsors:
Silver Sponsors:
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Exhibit Hours
The exhibit hours for all sponsors are Saturday September 23rd, 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Exhibitor set up can start at 10:00 a.m. and must be completed by 10:30 a.m. Breakdown and removal of exhibit material before 3:00 p.m. on Saturday is prohibited. The exhibit hall will be closed at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. The NWOAPM is not responsible for any sponsor’s belongings in the exhibit hall after 4:30 p.m. Sponsorship Opportunities: SILVER SPONSOR (minimum $500)
GOLD SPONSOR (minimum $1,000)
Breakfast Sponsor: $ 500.00 Lunch &Learn: $1,400.00 - SOLD OUT Click here for printable Sponsor and Exhibitor Information |
When registering for the seminar, all participating companies agree to the below terms and conditions:
Payments, Deposits and Refunds
There are no deposits to reserve space. Payment in full is the only way to obtain exhibit space unless special arrangements have been made with a NWOAPM Seminar Official. Checks should be made out to the Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Foundation, OFAMF 1960 Bethel Rd Ste 140, Columbus, Ohio 43220. Credit card payments are also accepted. Refund requests must be in writing and will not be honored after September 9th, 2023. Refunds prior to September 9th, 2023 will be subject to a $100 cancellation fee. Booths are reserved on a first come, first paid basis. The NWOAPM reserves the right to refuse applications for any reason.
Space Location
The NWOAPM will be responsible for placement of all exhibitors in the exhibit hall. Location requests by exhibitors will be taken, but the NWOAPM will not be held to honor them. Priority with exhibit space will be given to Gold sponsors. Returning exhibitors with annual participation may be given a degree of seniority with preferential exhibit space assignments.
Signage
Exhibitors will be provided with a sign for the exhibit booth if one is requested. All signage displayed at the booth must meet NWOAPM approval. Exhibitors will be listed in the seminar program and on the NWOAPM website (nwohioacademypodiatricmedicine.com). Exhibitor applications received after September 9th, 2023 may not be eligible to have booth signage or a program listing due to printing deadlines.
Subletting of Space
Exhibitors may not sublet space. Exhibitors may not share space without the approval of a Seminar Coordinator. Exhibitors may not advertise or display goods or services other than those manufactured, sold, or distributed by them in the normal course of their business. Violation of this policy may result in dismissal from the seminar without refund.
Care of Exhibit Space
Exhibitors must maintain their space in good order. Exhibitors must use their space for those activities directly related to exhibition at the seminar. Exhibits must be confined to the space allotted. All materials must conform to local building and fire department codes and regulations.
Exhibit Representatives
Exhibitors must provide an attendant at their table during open hours of the exhibit hall. All attendants must be employees of the exhibitor or authorized by the exhibitor. All attendants must look and behave in a professional manner as one would expect at a typical, comparable seminar. Attire or behavior that is deemed unacceptable by the NWOAPM or Brandywine Country Club management may result in dismissal from the seminar or building. A maximum of two attendants per company exhibit booth will be permitted. More than two attendants will require special, written request to a Seminar Coordinator and may incur an additional fee.
Irregular Activities
No audio-visual activities or devices are allowed that are of such intensity as to interfere with the activities of neighboring exhibitors or the events of the seminar, or are deemed objectionable by seminar officials. Costumes for anyone must be approved by NWOAPM the prior to the seminar. Distribution of printed matter, souvenirs, or any other articles shall be restricted to the contracted booth area. No part of the facility other than the exhibitor’s booth shall be used for display, order taking, or selling purposes of any kind.
Liability and Security
Exhibitors and their representatives and attendants shall hold harmless the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine and the Brandywine Country Club for any damages or losses. Exhibitors must make provisions for safeguarding all goods, materials and equipment. The NWOAPM is not responsible for the loss or damage of any material by or for any cause. Exhibitors must surrender space in the same condition as it was upon occupation. Exhibitors are responsible for all damage to the exhibit hall, and for any and all claims and demands on account of injury, death or damage to property occurring in or upon the exhibitor’s booth space because of acts of the exhibitor, representatives, employees, agents, or contractors. Each exhibitor agrees to and shall indemnify and hold harmless the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine against any and all liability claims and demands which may arise from or be addressed in connection with these undertakings and responsibilities of the exhibitor. Exhibitors waive any claim against the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine for the occurrences which prevent the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine from permitting an exhibitor to occupy space during any part or whole of the exhibition period; including strikes, acts of God, national emergency, damage or destruction of the convention property, or any other causes beyond the control of the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine.
Problems
All problems should be reported to a Seminar Official. Violations by exhibitors, representatives and attendants could result in the dismissal of the parties involved and the forfeiture of all monies paid. All matters not governed by these regulations will be subject to the decisions of the NWOAPM. Amendments can be made at any time and written notice will be provided to exhibitors if needed.
Eligibility
The exhibits are an extension of the educational program of the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine. In order for the NWOAPM to accept an application, the products and services must promote podiatric medicine and/or enhance the podiatric profession.
Payments, Deposits and Refunds
There are no deposits to reserve space. Payment in full is the only way to obtain exhibit space unless special arrangements have been made with a NWOAPM Seminar Official. Checks should be made out to the Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Foundation, OFAMF 1960 Bethel Rd Ste 140, Columbus, Ohio 43220. Credit card payments are also accepted. Refund requests must be in writing and will not be honored after September 9th, 2023. Refunds prior to September 9th, 2023 will be subject to a $100 cancellation fee. Booths are reserved on a first come, first paid basis. The NWOAPM reserves the right to refuse applications for any reason.
Space Location
The NWOAPM will be responsible for placement of all exhibitors in the exhibit hall. Location requests by exhibitors will be taken, but the NWOAPM will not be held to honor them. Priority with exhibit space will be given to Gold sponsors. Returning exhibitors with annual participation may be given a degree of seniority with preferential exhibit space assignments.
Signage
Exhibitors will be provided with a sign for the exhibit booth if one is requested. All signage displayed at the booth must meet NWOAPM approval. Exhibitors will be listed in the seminar program and on the NWOAPM website (nwohioacademypodiatricmedicine.com). Exhibitor applications received after September 9th, 2023 may not be eligible to have booth signage or a program listing due to printing deadlines.
Subletting of Space
Exhibitors may not sublet space. Exhibitors may not share space without the approval of a Seminar Coordinator. Exhibitors may not advertise or display goods or services other than those manufactured, sold, or distributed by them in the normal course of their business. Violation of this policy may result in dismissal from the seminar without refund.
Care of Exhibit Space
Exhibitors must maintain their space in good order. Exhibitors must use their space for those activities directly related to exhibition at the seminar. Exhibits must be confined to the space allotted. All materials must conform to local building and fire department codes and regulations.
Exhibit Representatives
Exhibitors must provide an attendant at their table during open hours of the exhibit hall. All attendants must be employees of the exhibitor or authorized by the exhibitor. All attendants must look and behave in a professional manner as one would expect at a typical, comparable seminar. Attire or behavior that is deemed unacceptable by the NWOAPM or Brandywine Country Club management may result in dismissal from the seminar or building. A maximum of two attendants per company exhibit booth will be permitted. More than two attendants will require special, written request to a Seminar Coordinator and may incur an additional fee.
Irregular Activities
No audio-visual activities or devices are allowed that are of such intensity as to interfere with the activities of neighboring exhibitors or the events of the seminar, or are deemed objectionable by seminar officials. Costumes for anyone must be approved by NWOAPM the prior to the seminar. Distribution of printed matter, souvenirs, or any other articles shall be restricted to the contracted booth area. No part of the facility other than the exhibitor’s booth shall be used for display, order taking, or selling purposes of any kind.
Liability and Security
Exhibitors and their representatives and attendants shall hold harmless the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine and the Brandywine Country Club for any damages or losses. Exhibitors must make provisions for safeguarding all goods, materials and equipment. The NWOAPM is not responsible for the loss or damage of any material by or for any cause. Exhibitors must surrender space in the same condition as it was upon occupation. Exhibitors are responsible for all damage to the exhibit hall, and for any and all claims and demands on account of injury, death or damage to property occurring in or upon the exhibitor’s booth space because of acts of the exhibitor, representatives, employees, agents, or contractors. Each exhibitor agrees to and shall indemnify and hold harmless the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine against any and all liability claims and demands which may arise from or be addressed in connection with these undertakings and responsibilities of the exhibitor. Exhibitors waive any claim against the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine for the occurrences which prevent the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine from permitting an exhibitor to occupy space during any part or whole of the exhibition period; including strikes, acts of God, national emergency, damage or destruction of the convention property, or any other causes beyond the control of the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine.
Problems
All problems should be reported to a Seminar Official. Violations by exhibitors, representatives and attendants could result in the dismissal of the parties involved and the forfeiture of all monies paid. All matters not governed by these regulations will be subject to the decisions of the NWOAPM. Amendments can be made at any time and written notice will be provided to exhibitors if needed.
Eligibility
The exhibits are an extension of the educational program of the Northwest Ohio Academy of Podiatric Medicine. In order for the NWOAPM to accept an application, the products and services must promote podiatric medicine and/or enhance the podiatric profession.