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GATHER LEADS.

CREATE BRAND AWARENESS.

CULTIVATE CUSTOMER LOYALTY.

Minneapolis, Minnesota  |  June 6-8, 2024  |  Exhibit Hall June 6-7  |  Specialty Symposium June 5  |  + Virtual Access

Join us for an extraordinary opportunity to showcase your company's innovations and engage with a highly targeted audience of veterinary professionals at the 2024 ACVIM Forum. This premier event is your gateway to forging meaningful connections, driving brand awareness and fostering partnerships with the world of veterinary specialty medicine. It's the only conference that connects you with large and small animal internal medicine specialists, cardiologists, neurologists, nutritionists, oncologists, general practice veterinarians and technicians. You'll gain unparalleled exposure, thought leadership, targeted networking, an innovative showcase, tailored opportunities and most importantly... LASTING IMPRESSIONS

ACVIM Forum Snapshot

600+

Sessions

541

Presenters

194

ePosters

 

170

Exhibitors & Sponsors

3,000+

Attendees

"ACVIM is really just the pinnacle of an educational opportunity due to the influencers here. All of the great minds of veterinary medicine congregate every year. And there's no other opportunity like that in the world.

Susanne Heartsill, DVM, DABVP (Canine and Feline Practice), Director, Companion Animal Veterinary Service, Ceva Animal Health, LLC

  

Attendees Value the Support of Industry Partners

 

Attendee Stats


36 Countries represented

82%

United States

4%

Canada

14%

International


In-person 2023 ACVIM Forum by the Numbers

 

3,000+

Veterinary professionals

27%

are first time attendees – new leads for you!

18:1

Ratio of attendees to exhibitors

PLUS 1,000+ VIRTUAL ATTENDEES FOR ADDITIONAL BRAND EXPOSURE!


Crowd of attendees walking down convention center hallway

66% of attendees

have been in veterinary medicine for over 10 years

20%

between 5 and 9 years

14%

less than 5 years

"It's great to see so many talks sponsored, I don't think I've ever been to a Forum where so many talks have been sponsored by our industry supporters. They're going a whole other level on getting us engaged in their products and what's out and new.

Laura Nafe, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)

 

Exhibit Stats

16+

Hours of Exhibit Time

 
WHAT EXHIBITORS SAY ABOUT THE 2023 ACVIM FORUM

91%

of exhibitors were very satisfied or satisfied with the 2023 ACVIM Forum.

91%

of exhibitors said the 2023 ACVIM Forum met or exceeded their goals.

79%

plan to return and participate as an exhibitor or sponsor at the 2024 ACVIM Forum in Minneapolis.

"We are getting a tremendous amount of traffic through the booth. We've got a lot of people that are signing up and finding out about our company, it's about connecting!

Patrick O’Keefe, Director of Recruitment
Pieper Veterinary


WHAT ATTENDEES SAY ABOUT THE 2023 ACVIM FORUM EXHIBIT HALL

91%

of attendees found value in visiting the Exhibit Hall

78%

of attendees who visit the Exhibit Hall plan to recommend products and services that they learn about.

77%

of attendees who visit the Exhibit Hall come to learn about new products, services and solutions.

"You're seeing a lot from these industry companies, especially prescription companies, to see them all come out and sponsor talks, especially when they release new products.

Michelle Patrick, VMD, MS

 
Exhibitor smiling at attendee

Who Exhibits?

Take a look at the companies that increased their market exposure as exhibitors and sponsors.

 

Exhibitor Opportunities

The ACVIM Forum Exhibit Hall

The Exhibit Hall is the epicenter of innovation, collaboration  and glimpse into the world of veterinary specialty medicine. Engage with the industry influencers and put your brand in the spotlight with opportunities to foster connection , spark new ideas and ignite the passion of veterinary professionals


Exhibit Investment

BOOTH TYPE EARLY BIRD RATE
Sign up by 9/30/2023
RATE
As of 10/1/2023
Island Booth
(min. of 400 sq. ft.)
$38 per sq. ft.$39 per sq. ft.
10’ x 10’ Corner $3,350$3,550
10’ x 10’ Inline $3,100$3,350
Nonprofit Table $500$500


Virtual Booth

All booth types include a virtual booth accessible by attendees through October 31, 2024.

Included in your booth fee:
  • 8’ high black and gray back drape and 3’ high black side drape
  • Four (4) complimentary booth personnel badges per 100 square feet of booth space
  • Daily lunch vouchers for exhibitor booth staff
  • Complimentary access to exhibitor lounge with refreshments
  • Security monitoring 24 hour Exhibit Hall access

 

Additional Benefits included in your booth fee:
  • Listing in the official printed and digital Event Program
  • Listing, company logo and description on conference website and mobile app.
  • Complimentary participation with a standard listing for the exhibitor giveaway promotions.
  • $200 to participate in the premium listing for the exhibitor giveaway promotions.
  • Complimentary marketing tools to increase booth traffic and promote your booth to attendees.
  • Recognition through a comprehensive and innovative promotional campaign of emails, social media, and advertising targeted to attendees.
  • Complimentary admittance to any scientific session (excluding labs, special interest groups (SIGs), fee-based sessions or sessions with limited attendance). If CE credits are desired, an attendee registration must be purchased.
  • Complimentary admittance to attendee networking events, such as
  • the Wine & Cheese Happy Hour and Colleagues & Cocktails.
  • Eligibility to participate in ACVIM Forum sponsorship and advertising opportunities.

 

 

Exhibitor Benefits

TWO FULL DAYS OF NETWORKING, BUILDING BRAND AWARENESS & GENERATING LEADS

The ACVIM understands that a thriving Exhibit Hall is essential to a successful event. Our proven strategies to driving traffic to the action in the Exhibit Hall result in a steady stream of eager attendees, including influential veterinary professionals, specialists and decision makers. We help position you as a CAN'T BE MISSED booth! 

  • An extensive marketing campaign promotes the Exhibit Hall to attendees before, during and even after the ACVIM Forum with virtual exposure to an additional 2,000 attendees.

  • Expanded signage directing attendees to the Exhibit Hall.

  • Enhanced activities that promote networking inside the Exhibit Hall including a Bark Park and Cat Lounge with animals from local rescues, Industry Job Boards, Research Abstract Q&A sessions and a Wine & Cheese Happy Hour.

  • Cutting-edge educational content within the Knowledge Corner and Wellbeing Zone drive attendees into the Exhibit Hall.

  • Daily complimentary refreshments during program breaks drive attendees into the Exhibit Hall.

 

 

 

RESERVE EARLY - Space Sells Out Quickly!

Enhance your position as a leader within the veterinary industry.
wide shot of booths in exhibit hall

Take the next step and secure your space:

  1. View the current exhibit floor plan

  2. Complete the exhibit space reservation process

  3. Submit your 50% deposit to secure your space

General Exhibit Information

Location:
Minneapolis Convention Center
1301 2nd Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Exhibit Hall BC


Exhibit Booth Move-In:
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
12:00-5:00 pm
(Island Booth Setup Only)
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
7:00 am-7:00 pm


Exhibit Hall Hours:
Thursday, June 6, 2024
9:00 am-7:00 pm
Wine & Cheese Happy Hour (5:45-7:00 pm)
Friday, June 7, 2024
10:00 am-4:30 pm


Exhibit Booth Move-out:
Friday, June 7, 2024
4:30-10:00 pm
Saturday, June 8, 2024
8:00 am-12:00 pm

 

 

Sponsorship Opportunities 

MAKE YOUR SHOW PRESENCE UNFORGETTABLE

It’s not just about exhibiting… It’s about creating a lasting impression.

Sponsorship and promotional opportunities are designed to enrich your sales and marketing strategy at the 2024 ACVIM Forum. Partner with ACVIM and watch your business grow! As an industry partner, we offer a variety of unique opportunities that will help your organization achieve its sales and marketing objectives.
 

Specialty Symposium Day

Attendee Essentials

On-site Branding and Signage

Veterinary Technicians

Attendee Experiences

Education and Science

Social and Networking Events

Advertising


DID YOU KNOW?

We can tailor our sponsorships to match your budget and marketing strategy. Act quickly as many high-profile sponsorships are exclusive and sell out quickly. Or, customize your own opportunity and tell us how we can make your sponsorship experience with the ACVIM Forum a success.


 

Sponsorship Benefits 

SPONSORING HAS ITS BENEFITS

Sponsors receive the greatest amount of exposure to ACVIM Forum attendees. The more you invest the more visibility and benefits you receive!
 

 BENEFITS*

PLATINUM
$75,000 and above

GOLD
$50,000-$75,000

SILVER
$25,000-$50,000

BRONZE
$5,000 - $25,000

Recognition on signage, marketing collateral and communications, and the on-site Event Program
Logo recognition on aisle signage in Exhibit Hall$3,500$4,5000
Additional Exhibit Hall badges642$250 each
Full Conference registrations
(CE eligible)
642Regular rates
Pre and post ACVIM Forum attendee mailing list$1,200$1,500
Highlighted listing and booth location on
mobile app and online floor plan
Recognition on ACVIM Forum website
with a link to your website
Banner ad in attendee eNewsletter
(1 time, 1 of 2 positions) 8 available
$1,700$2,100$2,500$3,000
Banner ad in attendee eDaily
(1 time, 1 of 2 positions) 8 available
$1,700$2,100$2,500$3,000


*ACVIM reserves the right to substitute benefits of equal or greater value.

 
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS ARE CALCULATED BASED ON DIRECT AND INDIRECT SPONSORSHIP :
  • Direct sponsorships are funds provided by sponsors to the 2024 ACVIM Forum as direct support for specific events or services for attendees. 
  • Indirect sponsorships are events or services that occur at the 2024 ACVIM Forum but are provided directly by the sponsors to the attendees. Exhibit booth space and advertising are not considered sponsorship items.
 

Key Dates

Exhibit Booth Move-In:

Tuesday, June 4, 2024
12:00-5:00 pm
(Island Booth Setup Only)
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
7:00 am-7:00 pm

Exhibit Hall Hours:

Thursday, June 6, 2024
9:00 am-7:00 pm
Wine & Cheese Happy Hour (5:45-7:00 pm)
Friday, June 7, 2024
10:00 am-4:30 pm

Exhibit Booth Move-out:

Friday, June 7, 2024
4:30-10:00 pm
Saturday, June 8, 2024
8:00 am-12:00 pm

 

 

Ready to get started?

Reach out to our advertising, exhibitor and sponsorship experts with any questions!

 

 Leah Gayheart

Associate Director, Strategic Partnerships

 Mollie Boettcher

Industry Relations Manager

 
 
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