The Michigan Pharmacists Association (MPA) 2011 Annual Convention & Exposition provides a forum for suppliers to exhibit their products and services in an effort to increase their business, as well as provide pharmacists with the personal contacts needed to secure these products and services. Use this opportunity to meet the pharmacy professionals who purchase the products and secure the services your organization supplies.

2011 Exhibition Reservations
Exhibitors have the opportunity to display their products and services to those attending the Annual Convention. By reserving your space early for the 2011 Annual Convention & Exposition, you will be given first priority for booth space. To take advantage of early registration, complete an exhibitor application. Or, contact Marketing & Sales Assistant Cynthia Rowe at (517) 377-0222. The 2011 Exhibitor Prospectus is also now available online. This comprehensive booklet includes general information on exhibiting at the Annual Convention, rules and regulations of exhibiting, a map providing a visual layout of the exhibit hall, sponsorship opportunities and an electronic exhibitor application.

Exhibit Booth Package Includes:

• four (4) complimentary registrations for the convention
• discounted fees for representatives attending educational programs and earning continuing education credit
• two (2) chairs
• one (1) 8’ deep x 10’ wide booth space
• one (1) skirted table (8’ x 30”)
• one (1) standard two-line booth sign (7” x 44”)
• one (1) wastebasket
• backwall and side drapes (blue and white)
• pre-show janitor service in aisles and cleaning of exhibit booth

Reasons to Exhibit Include:

• showcase new products
• network with pharmacy professionals
• building brand awareness of your company’s products and services
• establish and develop relationships with new customers
• maintain and strengthen existing client relationships
  

Breakdown of 2010 Convention Attendees:

• Managed care - 1%
• Retired - 2%
• Consultant 3%
• Technician - 5%
• Academia - 6%
• Health-system - 14%
• Student pharmacists - 14%
• Other - 22%
• Community (chain, independent, etc.) - 33%

When you reach MPA members, you also reach the pharmacies, hospitals and universities where they are employed and the people they work with every day.