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21st Annual Meeting of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the

SPINE AND PERIPHERAL NERVES March 9–12, 2005

EXHIBIT PROSPECTUS

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa Phoenix, Arizona

Jointly sponsored by the American Association of Neurological Surgeons

WELCOME TO 2005 September 2004

MEETING DETAILS

Dear Exhibiting Partner:

Meeting Dates

March 9 –12, 2005

Exhibit Dates

March 10 –12, 2005

Location

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa 5350 East Marriott Drive Phoenix, AZ 85054 Tel: (480) 293 - 5000 Fax: (480) 293 -3600

Registration

Wednesday, March 9, 2005

7:30 AM –7:30 PM

Installation

Wednesday, March 9, 2005

3:00 –7:00 PM

Exhibit Hours

Thursday, March 10, 2005 Friday, March 11, 2005 Saturday, March 12, 2005

9:00 AM –7:00 PM 9:00 AM –Noon 9:00 –11:00 AM

It is my pleasure to provide you with the Exhibit Prospectus for the 21st Annual Meeting of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves. We’re excited to bring this meeting to the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa in Phoenix, Arizona, from March 9–12, 2005. This gathering (with participation of more than 350 surgeons and medical professionals in the field of disorders of the spine and peripheral nerves) provides the medical community with access to exclusive technology, products and knowledge directly from the reputable vendors in the field of spinal neurosurgery. Vendors who participate in this meeting have the unique opportunity to schedule time with attendees in the exhibit hall, as well as network with them during social functions scheduled throughout the meeting. Access to this targeted audience gives companies an opportunity to promote new technology and services to specific buyers and engage them in hands-on demonstrations in the exhibit hall. To request booth space or reserve your sponsorship opportunities, simply complete the contracts on pages three and nine by the stated deadline dates.

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Don’t delay, reserve your booth space today. Questions may be directed to Sabrina Tatum, Meeting Services Coordinator at (847) 378-0531, or via e-mail at [email protected].

Note: Lunch will be served in the exhibit hall from 12:15–1:00 PM Thursday, March 10. Exhibitors will receive two complimentary lunch tickets per 10’ x 10’ booth contracted. Additional tickets may be purchased.

Dismantling

Saturday, March 12, 2005

11:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Contact Information

Sabrina Tatum, Meeting Services Coordinator Tel: (847) 378 - 0531 Fax: (847) 378 - 0631 or (847) 378 - 0679 E-mail: [email protected]

Annual Meeting Office

AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves 5550 Meadowbrook Drive Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 -3852 Tel: (847) 378 - 0500 or (888) 566-2267 Fax: (847) 378 - 0600

Remit all payments to:

AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Department 77-7550 Chicago, IL 60678-7550

Looking forward to seeing you in Phoenix.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Jenifer Wolff Meetings & Exhibits Specialist

The newly revised sponsorship menu (described on page 7) is a way to ensure your company’s visibility at the meeting. Selecting one or more of the sponsorships available to create a customized package, means that your company will be assured recognition in a variety of ways.

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EXHIBITOR SPECIFICS COST OF EXHIBIT SPACE Each exhibit space is 10’ deep x 10’ wide. The cost of each 10’ x 10’ exhibit space is: • Linear $3,000 • Corner $3,200 • Island $33/sq. ft. Signed applications and checks for the full amount must be mailed to: AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Dept. 77-7550 Chicago, IL 60678-7550

APPLICATION DEADLINE November 10, 2004

SPACE ASSIGNMENTS MAILED December 8, 2004

EQUIPMENT Each exhibit space will include an 8’ back drape, 3’ side rails and an identification sign. Electricity, audiovisual, telephone, Internet access, etc., will be at the expense of the exhibitor. This exhibit facility is carpeted.

EXHIBIT LOCATION All technical exhibits will be located in the Grand Canyon Ballroom 1–7.

EXHIBIT HALL ACCESS Exhibitor personnel will be permitted on the exhibit floor one hour prior to opening and may remain one half hour after closing of the hall, with the exception of Saturday, March 12, 2005, when dismantling begins. Admittance other than at specified times is not permitted unless approved in advance by AANS/CNS Show Management.

SCIENTIFIC SESSION ACCESS Exhibitors are invited to attend all scientific sessions, space permitting.

EXHIBITOR SERVICE MANUAL An Exhibitor Service Manual on CD-ROM, including shipping instructions and various service order forms, will be mailed to exhibiting companies on December 8, 2004.

REGISTRATION, BADGE AND PROGRAM BOOK DISTRIBUTION Only confirmed and paid exhibitors may register for the meeting. Distributor or guest badges are not available. Badges will be distributed to booth personnel in exhibitor registration. Exhibitors may register TWO booth personnel per contracted 10‘ x 10‘ booth free of charge. All advance registrations above the free allotment will be charged $75 each. All registrations after the deadline and all onsite registrations are $100 each. No exceptions will be made. Representatives without a badge, or with badges not prepared by the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves will not be admitted into the exhibit hall. Badges are personal and non-transferable and must be worn in the exhibit area at all times. Attaching unapproved cards, ribbons, or other items to badges is not permitted. Replacements for lost or stolen badges may be purchased for $75 each. Each exhibitor is entitled to two copies of the Scientific Program Book per 10’ x 10’ booth contracted, up to a maximum of five books. The book(s) must be collected onsite at the exhibitor registration desk by a designated company representative.

OPENING RECEPTION Wednesday, March 9, 2005, 6:30 to 9:00 p.m., on the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Ballroom Lawn. Exhibitors will receive TWO complimentary tickets per 10’ x 10’ booth contracted. Additional tickets may be purchased.

HOUSING INFORMATION Housing rates for exhibitors range from $289+ for single/double occupancy per room/per night, depending on room type. Housing registration forms will be mailed with booth assignments on December 8, 2004.

HANDOUTS AND GIVEAWAYS Distribution of product samples and souvenirs is permissible. Approval of samples and souvenirs must be obtained by the Meetings & Exhibits Specialist prior to the meeting.

MARCH 9–12, 2005 • JW MARRIOTT DESERT RIDGE • PHOENIX, ARIZONA

2004 EXHIBITORS Accuray, Inc. Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Aesculap, Inc. Alphatec Manufacturing, Inc. American Association of Neurological Surgeons Anspach Companies ArthroCare Spine Aspen Medical Products, Inc. Blackstone Medical, Inc. Carl Zeiss Surgical, Inc. Congress of Neurological Surgeons DePuy Spine, a Johnson & Johnson Company EBI Medical Systems, Inc. Encore Medical Corporation Integra NeuroSciences Interpore Cross International Journal of Neurosurgery Kyphon Inc. Leica Microsystems Life Instrument Corporation Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Medtronic Powered Surgical Solutions Medtronic Sofamor Danek Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation Nadia International, Inc. NuVasive, Inc. Osteotech, Inc. Pfizer, Inc. Pisharodi Surgicals Priority Consult/Mayfield Clinic RSB Spine, LLC Saunders/Mosby/Churchill Scanlan International, Inc. Scoliosis Research Society SeaSpine Siemens Medical Systems USA, Inc. Spinal Concepts, Inc. SpineUniverse St. Francis Medical Technologies Stryker Biotech Stryker Instruments Stryker Spine Synthes Spine Zimmer Spine

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APPLICATION FOR EXHIBIT SPACE WE AGREE:

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: NOVEMBER 10, 2004

1. Payment in full must accompany this application by November 10, 2004. The cost of each 10‘ x 10‘ booth is: • Linear $3,000

Booth Choices: 1.

• Corner $3,200 • Island $33/sq. ft.

2.

Checks must be made payable to:

3.

AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves

Competitors we do not wish to be near:

2. All provisions of the Rules and Regulations and General Information, as hereby published, shall be a part of this contract. The application deadline is November 10, 2004. We hereby apply, subject to the terms of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves printed Rules and Regulations, for exhibit space for our occupancy.

1. 2. 3. Companies we would like to be near: 1. 2. 3.

MAIL

The assignment of space is at the sole discretion of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves.

PLEASE RETAIN A COPY OF THIS CONTRACT FOR YOUR FILES and return this original application, signed, and with the appropriate funds by November 10, 2004, to:

COMPANY DETAILS

AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Dept. 77-7550 Chicago, IL 60678-7550

FAX

Company Name (list company name exactly as it should appear in the scientific program book) Address City

State

Phone

If paying by credit card, you may fax this application to: (847) 378-0631 or (847) 378-0679

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

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Number of booths requested: ________

Booth #

Booth Size

Deposit Date

Total Amt Due

Payment on Account

Payment Applied

Amt Deposited

Batch #

Final Amt Due

Batch #

Entered

Assigned

Zip Code Fax

Web site Address Contact Name Contact Phone

Contact Fax

E-mail Address

Cell Phone Number of Onsite Contact

Signature (required)

BILLING INFORMATION Name (exactly as it appears on card) Credit Card ( Visa / MC / American Express)

Expiration Date

Signature—required if paying by credit card (I agree to pay according to the credit card issuer agreement) Confirmation Pkt Sent ❒ Check enclosed Preliminary Program Sent Service Kit Sent

Individual

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EXHIBIT HALL FLOOR PLAN

GRAND CANYON BALLROOM BOOTH SIZE 10‘ deep x 10‘ wide

BOOTH COST Linear

$3,000

Corner $3,200 Island

$33/sq. ft.

CEILING HEIGHT 17‘–23‘6“

OFFICIAL DECORATOR AND DRAYAGE CONTRACTOR The Freeman Companies 1515 Washington Street Braintree, MA 02184 Tel: (781) 380-7550 Fax: (781) 380-0771 www.myfreemanonline.com

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MARCH 9–12, 2005 • JW MARRIOTT DESERT RIDGE • PHOENIX, ARIZONA

PROFESSIONAL ATTENDANCE 2004 ATTENDANCE BY CATEGORY

2004 ATTENDANCE BY GEOGRAPHIC AREA DOMESTIC

INTERNATIONAL

Alabama ................................................3

Australia ................................................3

Alaska ....................................................1

Canada ..................................................9

Arizona ................................................15

Denmark ...............................................1

Arkansas................................................4

England ................................................1

California ............................................62

Germany ...............................................3

Colorado ................................................1

Israel .....................................................2

Connecticut ..........................................5

Italy .......................................................1

Delaware ..............................................2

Japan ....................................................5

District of Columbia ..............................1

Mexico ..................................................6

Florida....................................................7

Russia....................................................1

NEUROSURGEONS (218)

Georgia..................................................9

South Africa ..........................................1

Hawaii ..................................................2

South Korea ..........................................5

NON-MEMBER MEDICAL ATTENDEES (80)

Idaho ....................................................1

218

80 48

Illinois ..................................................24 Indiana ................................................10

RESIDENTS (48)

Total International........................38 GRAND TOTAL ..........................371

Iowa ......................................................3 Kansas ..................................................2

NURSE/PAs (25)

Kentucky................................................1 Louisiana ..............................................3 Maine ..................................................11 Maryland ..............................................2

PAST ATTENDANCE

Michigan..............................................10 Minnesota ............................................5

450

Mississippi ............................................2

442

Missouri ................................................5

426

Montana ................................................4

400

Nevada ..................................................2

371 350

New Mexico..........................................1 New York ............................................23

332 300

New Jersey ..........................................7

North Carolina ....................................17 Ohio ....................................................20 Oklahoma ..............................................2 Oregon ..................................................6

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250

Pennsylvania..........................................7 Rhode Island ........................................3 South Carolina ......................................1 South Dakota ........................................1 Tennessee ............................................5 Texas ....................................................8 Utah ......................................................6 Virginia ..................................................8 Washington ..........................................8 West Virginia ........................................1 Wisconsin............................................12

Total Domestic ..........................333

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PRELIMINARY PROGRAM AT-A-GLANCE WEDNESDAY MARCH 9

THURSDAY MARCH 10

FRIDAY MARCH 11

SATURDAY MARCH 12

6:00 AM–6:00 PM Speaker Ready Room

6:00 AM–1:00 PM Speaker Ready Room

6:00 AM–1:00 PM Speaker Ready Room

6:30–7:45 AM Continental Breakfast

6:30–7:45 AM Continental Breakfast

6:30–7:45 AM Continental Breakfast

6:30 AM–7:30 PM Registration Lower Level One outside of Grand Canyon Ballroom

6:30 AM–6:00 PM Registration Lower Level One outside of Grand Canyon Ballroom

6:30 AM–1:00 PM Registration Lower Level One outside of Grand Canyon Ballroom

6:30 AM–1:00 PM Registration Lower Level One outside of Grand Canyon Ballroom

7:00 AM–12:45 PM Special Course I

6:45 AM–12:15 PM Scientific Sessions

7:00 AM–12:30 PM Scientific Sessions

6:45 AM–12:20 PM Scientific Sessions

9:00 AM–6:00 PM Speaker Ready Room

9:00 AM–7:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open Poster Viewing

9:00 AM–Noon Exhibit Hall Open Poster Viewing

9:00–11:30 AM Exhibit Hall Open Poster Viewing

9:30–10:15 AM Beverage Break & Demonstration Theater Presentations Exhibit Hall

10:15–11:00 AM Beverage Break & Demonstration Theater Presentations Exhibit Hall

10:00–10:45 AM Beverage Break & Demonstration Theater Presentations Exhibit Hall

12:15–1:00 PM Lunch & Demonstration Theater Presentations Exhibit Hall

1:00–6:30 PM Recreational Activities

11:30 AM–4:00 PM Exhibit Dismantling

1:00–5:30 PM Scientific Sessions

1:00–5:00 PM Special Course IV

1:00–5:00 PM Special Course V

3:30–4:15 PM Beverage Break & Demonstration Theater Presentations Exhibit Hall

1:00–5:00 PM Special Symposium for Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants

MORNING

AFTERNOON

1:00–5:30 PM Special Courses II & III

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1:00–5:00 PM Practice Management Seminar

EVENING

6:30–9:00 PM Opening Reception

5:30–7:00 PM Reception in Exhibit Hall (no children, please) Hours, special course options and placement are subject to change.

MARCH 9–12, 2005 • JW MARRIOTT DESERT RIDGE • PHOENIX, ARIZONA

2005 SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM AVAILABLE SPONSORSHIPS The AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves offers a wide range of promotional opportunities during the meeting to facilitate increased booth traffic, build goodwill and influence key decision-makers. Your sponsorship participation contributes towards the continued growth and success of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves, so show your support for the specialty by becoming an annual meeting sponsor today! OPENING RECEPTION A single exhibitor will have the opportunity to sponsor the Opening Reception for $20,000. This wellattended event will be held on Wednesday, March 9, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. on the Ballroom Lawn.

SCIENTIFIC SESSION The General Sessions allow physicians to share their valuable research and methodology through the presentation of scientific papers. An exhibitor is invited to exclusively sponsor the General Session for three days for $15,000. Your company logo will be displayed on the screen prior to the start of each daily session, during the breaks and at the conclusion of the daily session.

PROGRAM BOOK This valuable publication is distributed to each medical registrant at the meeting and is used as a reference tool following the meeting. Your company name and logo will be prominently placed on the front cover of the final Program Book for a $10,000 sponsorship.

LUNCH IN THE EXHIBIT HALL A $10,000 sponsorship allows representatives of the sponsoring company to enjoy lunch in the exhibit hall on Thursday, March 10, along with registered medical attendees.***

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NEW!

FIRST 25 RESIDENT REGISTRATIONS

What a great way to gain exclusive recognition for your company! Your dollars will cover registration costs for the first 25 resident registrants. Acknowledgement will be placed in each sponsored registration packet, and you'll receive recognition on signage throughout the meeting, and in pre-meeting published materials, if applicable. Sponsorship is $10,000.

MEETING BAGS OR BADGE LANYARDS A sponsorship of $7,500 gives exhibitors an opportunity to provide each annual meeting registrant with either a registration bag or badge lanyard bearing your company logo. Sponsor provides bags and lanyards. AANS/CNS Show Management approval required prior to production.

SPECIAL COURSES Bring increased exposure of your products and services to a select group of attendees by sponsoring one of the following Special Courses (see page 9 for course titles): Wednesday, March 9, 7:00 AM–12:45 PM Special Course I for $5,000 Wednesday, March 9, 1:00–5:30 PM Special Course II for $5,000 Special Course III for $5,000 Friday, March 11, 1:00–5:00 PM Special Course IV for $5,000

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST Make an impression first thing in the morning by sponsoring the continental breakfast served Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings. The daily breakfast may be sponsored for $5,000 each day, or all three days for $14,000.

SPEAKER GRANTS Your sponsorship dollars assist in attracting quality speakers for the scientific sessions throughout the annual meeting. $3,000 for a domestic speaker or $5,500 for an international speaker covers the sponsorship fee and all expenses as stated within the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves guidelines.* The AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves reserves the right to select speakers based upon need.

EDUCATIONAL BOOK SPONSORSHIP

Sponsor any two courses and receive twice the recognition for $9,000.

Use this opportunity to purchase books, choosing from several titles, then promote this giveaway via pre-meeting mailings** and see your traffic grow! Sponsorship is $3,000 plus the cost of books.

CYBER CAFE

BEVERAGE BREAKS

Saturday, March 12, 1:00–5:00 PM Special Course V for $5,000

Keep attendees close at hand by sponsoring a Cyber Cafe within the exhibit hall. Sponsors create a convenient place for attendees to check e-mail and stay in touch with the office in a pre-selected area in the exhibit hall. Recognition via pre-submitted screen saver images, plus signage throughout the meeting and at the cafe. Sponsorship is $5,000 plus costs.

COCKTAIL RECEPTION Thursday, March 10, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall. Encourage booth traffic by inviting physicians to stop by your booth during this time exclusively set aside for exhibitors. A $5,000 sponsorship identifies your company as a co-sponsor of the event. Limit of three co-sponsors.

Provide a pleasant break in the day by sponsoring one of the daily breaks for $2,500 each.

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Copies of guidelines may be obtained by contacting AANS/CNS Show Management at (847) 378 - 0500.

**

Pre-meeting registration list available three weeks prior to the Annual Meeting.

*** Sponsor provides logo napkins and tabletop tent cards. AANS/CNS Show Management approval required prior to production.

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DEMONSTRATION THEATER

SPECIAL SYMPOSIUM FOR NURSES AND PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT CAREGIVERS

Special 10-minute sessions offered on Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the exhibit hall will give attendees an opportunity to hear the latest research and feedback on cutting-edge procedures, products, or services. Exhibitors invite physicians to showcase products and services by purchasing a 10 minute session. Each session may be sponsored for $2,000. Session times to be determined.

NEW!

This seminar focuses on educating practicing nurses and PA’s on the intricacies of spine and peripheral nerve surgery. Sponsor this educational symposium for $2,500.

GENERAL ANNUAL MEETING SPONSORSHIPS

Can't decide between the many opportunities? Become a general sponsor of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting. Attendees will notice your generosity and appreciate your support of their specialty. Sponsorships start at $500.

BENEFITS OF SPONSORSHIP BENEFIT

DIAMOND $25,000+

EMERALD $10,000– $24,999

SAPPHIRE $1,000– $9,999

Recognition in final program book







Recognition on signs at event













Recognition on registration packet inserts

















Pre-and post-meeting mailing list*





Two free tickets to event (if applicable)









Pre-and post-meeting thank you in the Spine Section newsletter Sponsorship ribbons for company representatives

Approved company brochures or hand-outs at specified events* Banner at event**



Announcement from podium



Acknowledgement in general session during daily sessions *

Below are sample sponsorship packages to show how you can mixand-match marketing opportunities to achieve maximum exposure and coverage and make your investment work most effectively.

DIAMOND



Recognition on the Spine Section Web site

MAXIMUM EXPOSURE



A sample of the marketing piece must be submitted to the Annual Meeting office for approval prior to production and distribution. These items include company logo napkins and tent cards (sponsor provides).

** Size, location and banner to be approved by AANS/CNS Show Management.

MARCH 9–12, 2005 • JW MARRIOTT DESERT RIDGE • PHOENIX, ARIZONA

♦ Program Book ♦ General Session ♦ Meeting Bags This suggested Diamond package provides high-profile association with the meeting’s premier events.

EMERALD ■ Opening Reception ■ Badge Lanyards ■ Continental Breakfast This Emerald package is designed to provide extensive coverage during the three days of the meeting.

SAPPHIRE ● Beverage Break ● Continental Breakfast ● Lunch The mix of opportunities at the Sapphire level gives your company exposure with signage at each sponsored event.

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SPONSORSHIP APPLICATION BILLING INFORMATION

Maximize your company’s visibility at the annual meeting by becoming a Diamond, Emerald or Sapphire sponsor today.

Company Name

Address

City

State

Zip Code

Phone

Fax

Name

E-mail Address

Credit Card (Visa / MC / American Express)

Expiration Date

Name (exactly as it appears on card)

Signature-required if paying by credit card (I agree to pay according to the credit card issuer agreement) Companies sponsoring or co-sponsoring an event must comply with all applicable rules and regulations set by AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves and the JW Marriott Deser t Ridge Resort & Spa. This Agreement, signed by a duly authorized representative of the Company, and a check in the full amount, must be received no later than December 8, 2004. This Agreement is to become effective upon acceptance by the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves.

MAIL

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DUE DATE: DECEMBER 8, 2004

AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Dept. 77-7550 Chicago, IL 60678-7550

FAX If paying by credit card, you may fax this application to:

(847) 378-0631 or (847) 378-0679

❒ Opening Reception

@ $20,000

=

$

❒ Scientific Session (three days)

@ $15,000

=

$

❒ Program Book

@ $10,000

=

$

❒ Lunch in the Exhibit Hall (Thursday)

@ $10,000

=

$

❒ First 25 Resident Registrations

@ $10,000

=

$

❒ Badge Lanyards

@ $7,500

=

$

❒ Meeting Bags

@ $7,500

=

$

@ $5,000 each

=

$

@ $5,000 each

=

$

❒ III—Modern Management of Spinal Neoplasia ❒ IV—ABCs of Peripheral Nerve Surgery ❒ V—An Introduction to Bone Biology for Residents and Fellows

@ $5,000 each @ $5,000 each @ $5,000 each

= = =

$ $ $

❒ Any Two Sessions

@ $9,000 both

=

$

@ $5,000 @ $5,000 each

= =

$ $

@ $5,000 each @ $14,000

= =

$ $

❒ Speaker Grants ❒ International ❒ Domestic

@ $5,500 each @ $3,000 each

= =

$ $

❒ Educational Book Sponsorship

@ $3,000

=

$

❒ Beverage Break ❒ Thursday AM ❒ Friday AM

@ $2,500 each

=

$

❒ Demonstration Theater Presentation in the Exhibit Hall (Four 10 minute time slots per hour are available)* ❒ Session I: Thursday / AM Break @ $2,000 each ❒ Session II: Thursday / Lunch @ $2,000 each ❒ Session III: Thursday / PM Break @ $2,000 each

= = =

$ $ $

@ $2,000 each @ $2,000 each

= =

$ $

@ $2,500 @ $500 @ $________

= = =

$ $ $

❒ Special Courses ❒ I —Applied Anatomical Principles for Residents and Fellows ❒ II —Arthroplasty: Techniques and Indications for the Cervical and Lumbar Spine

❒ Cyber Café ❒ Cocktail Reception in the Exhibit Hall (Limit three co-sponsors) ❒ Continental Breakfast ❒ Thursday ❒ Friday ❒ All three days

❒ Saturday

❒ Thursday PM ❒ Saturday AM

❒ Session IV: Friday / AM Break ❒ Session V: Saturday / AM Break ❒ Special Symposium for Nurse and Physician Assistant Caregivers ❒ General Meeting Sponsorships ❒ Other

* Scientific Program Committee will provide final approval of companies participating in the Demonstration Theater. If applying for the Demonstration Theater, the following information must be provided ONE month prior to the meeting: Name of presenter

Name of procedure, product, or service

TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED

$

DUE DATE: DECEMBER 8, 2004 (Sponsorships received after this date may not be acknowledged using all marketing vehicles.)

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RULES AND REGULATIONS 1. INTERPRETATION OF RULES

9. PURPOSE OF EXHIBIT

16. SECURITY

The following Rules and Regulations are part of the contract between the exhibitor and the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves (the Association). All matters not covered in these Rules and Regulations shall be referred to the Association for adjudication and the decision of the Association shall be final. These Rules and Regulations may be amended at any time by the Association and all the amendments so made shall be binding upon the exhibitor equally with these Rules and Regulations, and shall become a part thereof, providing the exhibitor is notified of the amendments. Notice may be verbal or in writing, before or during the 2005 AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting, and may be given to any authorized agent or representative of the exhibitor.

The sole purpose for contracting exhibit space is to display and/or demonstrate equipment, supplies, and/or services. In accordance with IRS regulations, the solicitation of orders and/or the selling of any products or services for delivery during or following the meeting is strictly forbidden.

The Association will provide uniformed security guard service in the exhibit hall beginning with the delivery of exhibits to the hall on Wednesday, March 9 through 4:00 PM Saturday, March 12, 2005. Neither the Association nor the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa will be held responsible for any loss or damage to the exhibitor’s property. Exhibitors must take precautions to protect their property against pilferage.

2. PAYMENT

10. FDA COMPLIANCE Any medical device exhibited must have fulfilled all applicable Federal Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. Unapproved devices with Pending Pre-market Approval (PMA) applications or pre-market notification (510 (k)) submissions should bear a label stating: “Pending 510 (K)/PMA, not available for sale within the United States.” Unapproved devices without a pending 510 (k) or PMA should bear a label stating: “Not available in the United States.” Products in the development stage should bear a label stating: “Work in progress.”

Payment in full, $3,000 or $3,200 per 10‘ x 10‘ booth or $33 per sq. ft. island rate, must accompany the exhibit application in order for space to be assigned to a company. Submission of a contract does not guarantee booth assignment. Booths will be allocated on the following basis: number of booths requested, number of booths occupied at the 2004 Annual Meeting, date of receipt of contract, and space availability.

11. BOOTH CONSTRUCTION AND ARRANGEMENT

3. BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS

12. BOOTH CONDUCT

The Association reserves the right to change the exhibit floor plan if conflicts arise regarding space requests or conditions that are beyond the Association’s control. The Association reserves the right to locate exhibitors demonstrating loud apparatus or conducting odor-producing activities in an area where the noise or aroma will not interfere with other exhibits. Show management reserves the right to determine at what point sound or odor interferes with others and must be discontinued. The Association reserves the right to relocate an exhibitor at any time, with the understanding that if the exhibitor does not agree with such relocation to the extent that the exhibitor cannot participate in the Annual Meeting the deposit and/or payment for exhibit space will be fully refunded.

The Association reserves the right to approve all exhibits and activities related thereto. The Association may require that an exhibit be curtailed if it does not meet the standards set forth herein, if it reflects against the character of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves or the Annual Meeting, or if it exceeds the bounds of good taste as interpreted by show management. An exhibitor of a questionable exhibit or activity relating thereto must submit a description of the exhibit or activity with the exhibit application for approval. Inspection of the exhibit hall will be made during installation hours. An effort will be made to advise exhibitors of any deviation from exhibit rules at that time. Exhibitors must make all corrections requested by show management at their own expense or risk removal from the exhibition without notice and without obligation on the part of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves for any refund whatsoever. The Association reserves the right to expel or refuse admittance to any representative whose conduct is, in its opinion, not in keeping with the character and/or spirit of the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting. Exhibit personnel may not enter another exhibitor’s booth without obtaining permission. Lingering in the aisles sur rounding another exhibitor’s booth for the purpose of obtaining product information or distracting other booth personnel is strictly prohibited and may be cause for expulsion. The Association does not in any manner endorse any of the products or services related to the exhibits which have been accepted for display during the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting. Exhibitors may not sell any food or beverage on the exhibit floor. Distribution of any literature outside of an exhibitor’s own space is prohibited. No procedures may be performed on any live tissue on the exhibit floor. Exhibitors may not leave their booth unattended for an extended period of time. Exhibitors are not permitted to dismantle prior to 11:30 AM on Saturday, March 12, 2005.

4. SUBLETTING OF SPACE The subletting, assignment, or apportionment of the whole or any part of an exhibitor’s space by the exhibitor is prohibited. Exhibitors may not advertise or display goods in their exhibit other than those manufactured or sold by them in the regular course of their business. Exhibitors may not permit any other party to exhibit in their space any goods other than those manufactured or distributed by the contracting exhibitor.

5. REFUND FOR CANCELLATION Requests for cancellation of exhibit space must be made in writing. Written cancellations received on or before December 29, 2004, will receive a full refund, less a $500 administrative fee. Cancellations received after December 29, 2004, will forfeit the entire cost of the booth.

6. DEMONSTRATION AND LIABILITY Exhibitions or demonstrations by the exhibitor must be confined within the bounds of the exhibitor’s assigned exhibit space and shall not interfere with aisle space. If the premises of the facility are defaced or destroyed by the exhibitor, its agent, or representatives, the exhibitor will be liable to the facility for such amount as shall be deemed necessary for restoration to the previous condition. This Agreement is made and is to be performed in Phoenix, Arizona, and shall be construed in accordance with Arizona law, but not against any party by reason of that party having drafted it. No representative of the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, has been or is authorized to make any representation which varies from the express terms of this contract, though the contract may be supplemented in writing. In any legal action or arbitration or other proceeding brought on account of a breach of any provision of this Agreement or to enforce any provision of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be awarded its attorney’s fees and other cost incurred in such action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief to which it may be entitled. Any modifications or changes to this Agreement must be made in writing, and signed by both parties hereto. Any legal action in connection with this Agreement shall be brought in Phoenix, Arizona.

7. FIRE REGULATIONS All material used in the exhibit must be flameproofed and fire resistant in order to conform to local fire ordinances and in accordance with the regulations established by the hotel.

8. RESTRICTIONS Exhibitors who use noisy electrical devices, sound-producing movies, or other devices which prove objectionable because of noise, odor, or other disagreeable features, must agree to keep the noise and/or odor of such devices at an absolute minimum. Exhibitors with such equipment must agree to accept space assignments which will abate reasonable objections to these annoyances. X-ray equipment may be exhibited but not operated. Laser equipment may be operated only if the laser is contained within a safety shield.

All exposed parts of displays must be finished so as to present an attractive appearance when viewed from the aisles or from adjoining exhibits. If other exhibitors of the Association object to any exposed portions of a display, the exposed portions will be draped by the Association and billed to the exhibitor. All tables used in an exhibit space must be skirted.

13. CHILDREN Children under 18 years of age will NOT be permitted to enter the exhibit hall at any time during the meeting, including the installation and dismantling of exhibits.

14. HANDOUTS AND GIVEAWAYS Distribution of samples of products and souvenirs is permissible. Approval of samples and souvenirs must be obtained by the Meetings & Exhibits Specialist prior to the meeting. Distribution of such products or souvenirs will be allowed, provided it is done in a dignified manner, does not create a nuisance, and causes no interference with adjoining exhibits. Unapproved items will be removed from the exhibit floor. For approval, send a sample of all giveaways and handouts to: Meetings and Exhibits Specialist-AANS/CNS Spine Section 5550 Meadowbrook Drive Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 -3852 (Samples will not be returned)

15. CONTESTS, RAFFLES, AND DRAWINGS Approved contests, drawings, or raffles must comply with all local, state, and federal laws governing such contest, raffles, or drawings and have prior approval of the Meetings and Exhibits Specialist. The rules must be posted at the booth and include-eligibility, date and time of the drawing, the words “no purchase necessary to enter,” odds of winning, how winners are notified, how participants can find out who won, etc. The exhibitor must agree to indemnify the Association, its Board of Directors, employees, and vendors in the event of any claims arising from the operation of the event. The Association must be notified of the winners and when the prize was awarded. The Association reserves the right to restrict contest, drawings, or raffles that it deems inappropriate or unprofessional.

MARCH 9–12, 2005 • JW MARRIOTT DESERT RIDGE • PHOENIX, ARIZONA

17. INSURANCE The exhibitor acknowledges that none of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons, Official Service Contractor/Decorator, nor the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa shall be obligated to maintain property, liability, or business interruption insurance covering the exhibitor. It is the sole responsibility of the exhibitor to obtain such insurance and the exhibitor must do so at his/her own expense.

18. LIABILITY/HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT The exhibitor assumes all responsibility and liability for and agrees to protect, defend, identify, save and hold forever harmless the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS), the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves, Official Service Contractor/Decorator, JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa and their respective agents servants, employees, representatives, successors, and assigns, from any and against all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, costs, and expenses, including attorneys’ fees, for injury to person or damage to property, including theft, misappropriation, or loss of property asserted against either or all of them arising out of or in conjunction with the exhibitor’s occupancy or use of the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa and its exhibition hall, including but not limited to the installation, maintenance, and removal of the exhibit, and from and against any penalty, damages, or charges imposed for the violation of any law, ordinances, or regulations arising out of or in conjunction with the exhibitors occupancy or use of the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa and its exhibition hall, resulting from the negligent act or acts of its employee(s), or products. The exhibitor waives any and all claims it may have against any or all of the Official Service Contractor/Decorator and their respective agents, employees, representatives, successors, and assigns for injury or damage to persons or property, including theft, misappropriation, or loss of property, arising out of or in conjunction with the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting and the use of the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa and its exhibition hall, except as may arise solely from the gross negligence of one of the foregoing parties. The exhibitor further waives any claim against the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons and its agents, employees, representatives, successors, and assigns, arising out of the oral or written publication of any statement made in connection with the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting by anyone not an employee of the AANS or CNS concerning the exhibitor or his/her exhibit. In the event that the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa or any portion thereof is destroyed or damaged by fire or other calamity so as to prevent the use of the premises for the purposes and during the period of the exhibit or in the event the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves, the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, or Official Service Contractor/ Decorator cannot use or occupy the premises because of strikes, acts of God, national emergency, or other causes beyond their control, the exhibitor’s right to exhibit lease shall terminate and the exhibitor hereby waives any claim it may have against any of the foregoing parties by reason of such termination, except that if such event occurs prior to March 9, 2005, the opening day of the meeting, the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves shall refund the prepaid fee to the exhibitor.

19. INDUSTRY SPONSORED EVENTS Except to hold entertainment or social functions, exhibitors must confine their activities to their allotted exhibit space. No entertainment functions, meetings, courses, or social functions may be scheduled to conflict with AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting program hours, activity hours, or exhibit hours. Entertainment and social functions must be in good taste and conform to the purpose of the meeting. The Association should be notified in writing of any special activities (whether entertainment, educational, or promotional in nature) planned by an exhibiting company for the period beginning Wednesday, March 9, through Saturday, March 12, 2005. Announcements and invitations addressed to members of the medical profession concerning such industry-sponsored events should clearly indicate the name(s) of the sponsor and must in no manner imply directly or indirectly that the event is a part of, or an official activity of, the Association. Function space held by the Association will be released only to companies exhibiting at the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting.

20. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Exhibitors are responsible for compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1992 for their booth space.

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