Welcome Exhibitors

It is our pleasure to invite you to the International Stroke Conference 2013. The American Stroke Association's annual meeting offers a unique opportunity to gather with colleagues from around the world in an exciting educational and professional environment. The International Stroke Conference continues to be the premier meeting in the world with unmatched scientific scope, authority and prestige.

Why Should You Exhibit?

• Your customers and prospects are here.
• The International Stroke Conference is the largest conference of its kind.
• Attendees look to the Science & Technology Hall as an extension of our extensive education and program offerings.

With an anticipated professional attendance of 4,000 you, as an exhibitor, have the opportunity to interact with colleagues from around the world with wide-ranging research interests and expertise in stroke prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation.

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ISC 2012 Attendance Figures

	2010 San Antonio	2011 Los Angeles	2012 New Orleans
Professional	3,532	3,781	3,769
Total	4,192	4,561	4,506

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Quick Facts

Exhibit Space Application Dates & Deadlines
		Exhibit Application Process Opens			April 2, 2012
		Priority Rate Discount Deadline			June 29, 2012
		Priority Assignments Sent			July 14, 2012
		Deadline to Exhibit			Space is sold out or December 1, 2012
Exhibit Dates & Times
			Wednesday, February 6 (Unopposed Hours)			9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
			Break Lunch & Learn Break			9:10 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. – 12:30 a.m. 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
			Thursday, February 7 (Unopposed Hours)			9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
			Break Lunch & Learn Break			9:10 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. – 12:30 a.m. 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Space Rate
	Through June 29, 2012			$30 PSF
	Beginning July 1, 2012			$33 PSF
	There is no additional charge for islands or corners. AHA reserves the right to restrict the availability of certain sizes at their own discretion.
	Public Service Rate*			$20 PSF
	*Public service space is subject to availability. This discounted rate is only available in the nonprofit designated area on the floor. Nonprofit organizations that wish to take advantage of this rate must submit the exhibit space application/contract no later than July 1. Proof of nonprofit status must be submitted to julie.davis@heart.org for all new organizations.
Cancellation Schedule
	Prior to June 29, 2012			AHA retains 3% processing fee
	July 1 – Nov. 30, 2012			AHA retains 50% of contracted space
	Beginning Dec. 1, 2012			AHA retains 100% of contracted space
	The cancellation schedule is also part of the Exhibit Space/Application Contract. The cancellation policy can be found in the AHA Scientific Conference Rules & Regulations and is a legal binding part of the exhibit space application/contract.

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Eligibility to Exhibit

The AHA reserves the exclusive and total right to control all aspects of the conduct of AHA scientific conferences and specifically reserves the right to determine the acceptability of applications for exhibit space. To view the criteria and this policy in its entirety, please visit the AHA Scientific Conference Rules & Regulations.

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Venue

Hawaii Convention Center
1801 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, Hawaii 96815
808-943-3500
www.hawaiiconvention.com

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Contact Us

Exhibits Hot Line
214-706-1425
214-706-1517 - Fax
exhibits@heart.org

The exhibits hotline is a general service number and inbox that is answered by all AHA exhibits staff. Voicemails or emails will be generally returned within 24 hours depending on our current conference schedule. If this is an urgent matter or you would like to speak to one of us directly please contact us below.

Please note we strive to have the best customer service and more importantly respond in a timely manner. In an effort continue this service to you we are asking for your help. Please do not duplicate emails and voicemails to us individually. Such actions only create confusion and a multitude of unnecessary steps for all AHA staff potentially delaying our response time to you.

We appreciate your support in this effort.

Julie Davis
Associate Manager, Exhibits
214-706-1943
julie.davis@heart.org

Rita Pacheco
Project Coordinator, Exhibits
214-706-1873
rita.pacheco@heart.org  

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