The Plasma Protein Forum is the premier conference for the plasma protein therapeutics industry in North America. This annual event brings industry, policymakers, health care providers, scientists, and patients together to learn more about and discuss key developments and issues.
"Taking Steps Toward a Better Tomorrow"
The 32nd Plasma Protein Forum will be held
November 19-20 in Washington, D.C.
Registration
Registration for the Plasma Protein Forum (PPF) includes access to all general sessions, the exhibit halls, and the Reception on November 19 (you must be registered for the PPF in order to attend the Reception). Individuals not registered for the PPF will be given the opportunity to register on-site or will not be granted access to these events.
Registration type
PPTA Members
Non-members
Government
Patient representatives*
Press*
Early bird rate
$1600
$2100
$150
No cost*
No cost*
After October 9
$1700
$2300
$150
No cost*
No cost*
On-site
$1800
$2400
$150
No cost*
No cost*
*Complimentary registration subject to verification
Terms and Conditions
Early Bird Registration: Payment must be received by October 9, 2024 in order to receive the discount rate.
Registration Type: PPTA reserves the right to confirm registration type and charge appropriately.
Substitutions: Notification of substitutions must be received by November 12, 2024. Substitutions will not be allowed on-site.
Cancellations: Cancellations must be received in writing by November 12, 2024 and will be subject to an administrative fee of $250. Cancellations after November 12, 2024 will not be refunded. To cancel, you must cancel both your hotel reservation and Forum registration.
Refunds: Full refunds will be provided should the meeting be cancelled due to extenuating circumstances which prohibit the Forum from taking place.
Press: All press must apply for credentials prior to the event. Please contact Ilana Ostrin for more information.
DATA PROTECTION: The personal information provided will be used for PPTA purposes only.
Hotel information
The Plasma Protein Forum will be held at the:
Washington Marriott Georgetown
1221 22nd St NW, Washington, DC 20037
+1 (202) 872-1500
Reservations
The Washington Marriott Georgetown is offering a special rate for Plasma Protein Forum attendees of $329/night (plus tax) for the dates of November 16-21, 2024. This special rate is available through November 2, 2024 or until the room block is sold out, whichever occurs first.
2024 MEETING PROGRAM*
Day One: Tuesday - November 19, 2024
TIME (Eastern)
7:30 AM
On-site registration open / Exhibit Halls Open (Breakfast available in Exhibit Hall 1 & 2)
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Welcome & Opening Ceremony
Welcome and Introduction
Julie Birkofer, Senior Vice President, Head of North America - PPTA
Welcoming Remarks
Anita Brikman, President & CEO - PPTA
Keynote Speech
Patrick James Lynch, Founder & CEO - Believe Limited
9:30 - 10:15 AM
Networking Break in Exhibit Hall 1 & 2
An opportunity for attendees to network with meeting participants, speakers, and sponsors.
10:15 - 10:45 AM
SESSION 1: Hereditary Angioedema: The Role of Patient Advocacy Organizations in Attaining Access to Therapy and Improving Patient Quality of Life
People suffering from hereditary angioedema are represented by the US HAE Association and HAE International. These teams of highly motivated advocates focus on making a positive and measurable impact on quality of life by providing an extensive array of programs, educational resources, and hands-on assistance that help people with HAE win access to and reimbursement for the HAE therapy prescribed by their physician.
Speaker:
Tony Castaldo, CEO and Chairman of the Board - US HAE Association
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
SESSION 2: Understanding the Alpha-1 Patient Journey: From Pediatric to Adolescence and Adulthood
Mr. Santarella will be joined by two leading treaters of individuals with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. Dr. Wells and Dr. Gupta will share their insights into the disease, it’s impacts and best practices to treat patients. This session is designed to have a fulsome understanding of Alpha-1 and the importance of diagnosis and treatment to improve the patient journey.
Moderator: Scott Santarella, CEO - Alpha-1 Foundation
Speakers:
Dr. Nitika Arora Gupta, Professor of Pediatrics, Medical Director-Pediatric Hepatology and Live Transplant - Emory University School of Medicine Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Mike Wells, M.D., MSPH, Associate Professor - University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
11:45 - 12:45 PM
Networking Lunch in Exhibit Hall 1 & 2 — Sponsored by ADMA Biologics
An opportunity for attendees to network with meeting participants, speakers, and sponsors.
12:45 - 1:45 PM
SESSION 3: Election 2024: What to Expect from the 119th Congress and the Next Administration
On November 5, voters across the U.S. will head to the polls to elect the President, all 435 members of the US Congress, and one-third of the US Senate. How will the outcome affect the plasma industry? Join former Congressman Kurt Schraeder (D-OR), Axios Health Correspondent Victoria Knight, and Republican strategist Alec Aramanda for a timely discussion of the election results and potential ramifications for our community.
Moderator: Sharon Pearce, Vice President, Lead of Government Affairs - PPTA
Speakers:
Alec F. Aramanda, Principal - Williams & Jensen, PLLC
Hon. Kurt Schrader, Principal - Williams & Jensen, PLLC
Victoria Knight, Healthcare Reporter - Axios
1:45 - 2:45 PM
SESSION 4: VWD & PDTs: Patient and Physician Perspectives
In this session, patients and medical professionals come together to discuss the unique applications of plasma-derived therapies in von Willebrand disease, which affects 1% of the U.S. population and is the most common bleeding disorder in the United States.This panel will feature both personal anecdotes and powerful experiences from patients, as well as medical information and advocacy from professionals. Don't miss it!
Moderator: Ilana Ostrin, Senior Director, Head of Global Communications - PPTA
Speakers:
Robert F. Sidonio, Jr., Associate Professor of Pediatrics - Emory University
Nikole Scappe-Hagen, Manager of Education - National Bleeding Disorders Foundation
Jennifer DeGlopper, VWD Patient Advocate
2:45 - 3:00 PM
Presentation of the Dr. Otto Schwarz Award
3:00 - 3:40 PM
Networking Break in the Exhibit Halls
An opportunity for attendees to network with meeting participants, speakers, and sponsors.
3:40 - 4:40 PM
SESSION 5: Patient Access in Canada
The Canadian Patient Advocacy panel will present the advocacy efforts of patient groups in Canada as they pursue better patient access to plasma-derived therapies. This panel will share their challenges and successes in improving patient outcomes in Canada.
Moderator: Bill Speir, Senior Director, Lead for North America Policy and Advocacy - PPTA
Speakers:
Angela Diano, Executive Director - Alpha-1 Canada / AlphaNet
Jennifer van Gennip, Executive Director - Network of Rare Bleeding Disorder Organizations
Donna Hartlen, Executive Director - GBS/CIDP Foundation of Canada
4:40 PM
Closure of Day One
4:40 - 6:30 PM
Networking Reception in Exhibit Hall 1 & 2 — Sponsored by ImmunoTek Bio Centers
Day Two: Wednesday - November 20, 2024
TIME (Eastern)
07:30 AM
On-site registration open / Exhibit Halls Open (Breakfast available Exhibit Hall 1 & 2 — Sponsored by Abbott)
8:30 - 9:15 AM
Day Two Kickoff and Welcome
Welcoming Remarks
Joshua Penrod, Senior Vice President, Head of Global Plasma and Technical Advocacy - PPTA
Global Plasma Board of Directors Chairman's Message
Jerome Parnell III, Vice Chairman and Founder - ImmunoTek Bio Centers
Keynote Speech
Michael P. Busch, M.D., Ph.D., Director/Professor - Vitalant Research Institute / UCSF
9:15 - 10:15 AM
SESSION 6: IG Patient Perspectives Panel
PPTA President and CEO Anita Brikman is joined by Lisa Butler, President and CEO of the GBS-CIDP Foundation, and Jorey Berry, President and CEO of the Immune Deficiency Foundation, for a unique look at the needs of patients who rely on immunoglobulins for their health and wellbeing. This panel will share unique insights from life changing foundations, inspiring patient stories, and motivation for partners to support patients and advocates in new ways.
Moderator: Anita Brikman, President & CEO - PPTA
Speakers:
Lisa Butler, Executive Director - GBS|CIDP Foundation International
Jorey Berry, President & CEO - Immune Deficiency Foundation
10:15 - 10:30 AM
Patient Story
Speaker: Corbin Whittington, President, Board of Directors - GBS/CIDP Foundation International
10:30 - 10:45 AM
Networking Break in Exhibit Hall 1 & 2
An opportunity for attendees to network with meeting participants, speakers, and sponsors.
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
SESSION 7: Supply Chain Resilience: Policy Considerations and Business Landscape
This session will look at the evolution of regulations and policies related to supply chain resilience, including those introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic. In addition, it will describe current and future policy and regulatory considerations as they relate to management of potential supply disruptions and overall supply chain resilience, as well as how those considerations impact the business environment in our industry.
Moderator: Bob Wojcik - Takeda
Speakers:
European Policy Perspective: Where are we going?
Stefaan Van der Spiegel (VIRTUAL), Head of Sector, DG Sante - European Commission
Regulatory and Policy Perspective in Supply Chain Resilience: Where are we going?
Ambassador Jayme White, Senior International Trade Advisor - Kelley Drye
Business Landscape in an Evolving Supply Chain
Joe Malory, Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations - HemaSource
12:00 PM
Closing Announcements & Boxed Lunches Available in Exhibit Hall 1 & 2
*Subject to change
Sponsorship and Exhibitors
Take advantage of the premier opportunity to effectively position your brand with key leaders of the plasma protein therapeutics industry. The 32nd annual Plasma Protein Forum (PPF) will be held November 19-20 in Washington, D.C. and offers a variety of opportunities to connect with attendees and expand your reach.
We are committed to fostering a sustainable and eco-friendly environment at this year’s Forum. Thus, this year, we are excited to debut some more sustainable sponsorship opportunities. Together, let’s make a positive impact on the environment!
Registration form & payment (Products) are due September 23rd Registration form & payment (Exhibits & Networking Opportunities) are due October 18th
Exhibitors Benefits
PPTA provides each company exhibiting with:
Sponsor Recognition:
• Sponsor visibility on rolling PowerPoint in main conference room
• Company logo on PPTA Global website
• Recognition in PPTA Plasma Protein Forum e-blasts and on social media
• Signage in Forum exhibit hall or foyer area
• Company logo, brief word description, and commercial video in the Forum AppAmenities package including: skirted table, two chairs, and one wastebasket
Booth Traffic Generation Program: This is an incentive program to draw attendees to your booth. PPTA will provide each exhibitor with a unique code to share with attendees. Attendees must enter every exhibitor’s code into the Forum App in order to be entered to win an Apple Watch! The winner will be announced during the closing announcements on November 20th.
Exhibit Sponsor Levels
Diamond and Platinum sponsorships are reserved exclusively for PPTA members. If you are interested in learning about membership opportunities, please contact Reid Herndon.
DIAMOND Member Sponsors
One 8’ x 8’ Booth in an Exhibit Hall (#1-14)
5 Exhibitor registrations (complimentary access to Forum)
A commercial video available on the PPTA global website and within the meeting App (must provide a downloadable link to your video of choice).
Additional registrations at Early Bird rate:
• Members $1600
• Non-members $2100
PLATINUM Member Sponsors
One 8’ x 8’ Booth in an Exhibit Hall (#1-14)
4 Exhibitor registrations (complimentary access to the Forum)
A commercial video available on the PPTA global website and within the meeting App (must provide a downloadable link to your video of choice).
Additional registrations at Early Bird rate:
• Members $1600
• Non-members $2100
GOLD Sponsors — $17,000
One 8’ x 8’ Booth in an Exhibit Hall (#1-14)
Sponsorship of directional signage
3 Exhibitor registrations (complimentary access to the Forum)
Additional registrations at Early Bird rate:
• Members $1600
• Non-members $2100
SILVER Sponsors — $7,000
6’ Tabletop Exhibit in the Meeting Foyer (A-F)
2 Exhibitor registrations (complimentary access to the Forum)
Additional registrations at Early Bird rate:
• Members $1600
• Non-members $2100
Please fill out and return the sponsorship registration form with payment to Michelle Mason at mmason@pptaglobal.org
Exhibit Schedule*
The Forum draws attendees to your exhibit with these scheduled events.
Monday, November 18th
Exhibitor Move-in
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 19th
Exhibit Hall Hours
Networking Breakfast
Networking Break
Networking Lunch
Networking Break
Networking Reception
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 20th
Exhibit Hall Hours
Networking Breakfast
Networking Break
End of PPF
Exhibitor Move-out:
Contractor Dismantle
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
* Schedule is subject to change
Exhibit Hall/Foyer Floor Plan
Please select your 1st, 2nd and 3rd choice on the registration form
Cocktail Reception ($12,000)
Sponsored by ImmunoTek Bio Centers
Sponsor the opening night reception. As the Forum’s most attended event, your company will receive maximum exposure among attendees.
Includes one complimentary Forum registration
Recognition during the Forum and at the reception
- Your company logo at all cocktail tables
Breakfast ($5,000 each)
PPTA’s popular morning kickoff ensures that your company name welcomes attendees during continental breakfast.
Includes one complimentary Forum registration
Acknowledgement at the beginning of each day
- Your company logo at all breakfast stations
- Logo printed on napkins
Lunch ($11,000), Buffet (Day 1)
Sponsor the lunch for added exposure as your company profile will be noticed throughout the buffet stations.
Includes one complimentary Forum registration
Acknowledgement at the beginning of the day
- Your company logo at all Buffet stations
- Logo printed on napkins
Lunch ($9,000), To-Go (Day 2)
Sponsor the to-go lunch for added exposure as your company profile will be noticed on all to-go containers.
Includes one complimentary Forum registration
Acknowledgement at the beginning of the day
- Logo placed on to-go lunch bags
Power Networking Breaks ($3,500 each)
Attendees flock to networking breaks (total of 3 breaks) and that means your company gets noticed.
Includes one complimentary Forum registration
Acknowledgement at the beginning of each break
- Your company logo at each refreshment break station
Please fill out and return the sponsorship registration form with payment to Michelle Mason at mmason@pptaglobal.org by no later than September 23, 2024 for product sponsorship and no later than October 18, 2024 for Exhibit/Networking sponsorship.
Product & Other Sponsorships
Product sponsorships are walking billboards for your company. All sponsored products are distributed to every attendee and feature your company name and/or logo alongside the Forum logo. Reserve early, limited availability. PPTA will coordinate ordering products. All sponsorship opportunities are on a first-come first-serve basis.
Provide Logo for branded product by October 10th to Michelle Mason.
Recyclable/re-usable Bag ($8,500)
Your company name/logo will be visible on every bag and will help every attendee carry all of their conference materials.
Recyclable Lanyard ($7,500)
Sponsored by Paysign, Inc
All attendees will be provided with a lanyard along with their name badge.
Meeting App ($7,500)
Attendees will be accessing the meeting App for ALL of their meeting needs (e.g., agenda, attendee list, presentations, speaker information, etc.). The sponsorship includes:
- Premier listing in the sponsorship section
- 1-page advertisement*
- Banner ad* to be included throughout the App
- Company commercial video*
- On-site signage
- Additional promotion via email message to attendees promoting the meeting app sent prior to PPF
* will be reviewed and approved by PPTA legal counsel.
Elevator Clings ($7,500 each)
Sponsor an elevator wrap on the first-floor lobby area and/or the Conference floor area (3 on each floor/6 total) and have your company logo/advertisement displayed for all to see. You provide the artwork of your choice.
Notepad & Pen ($6,500)
Will be placed inside Forum room at every seat to replace the standard hotel notepad and pen. An essential item for all attendees.
Aluminum Water Bottle ($6,000)
Sponsor an elevaTo be more sustainable, plastic water bottles will not be available at the Forum, instead there will be water stations throughout meeting space. Attendees will enjoy having their own refillable bottle throughout Forum and beyond!
Coffee/tea Tumbler ($6,000)
Sponsored by Fresenius Kabi
To be more sustainable, paper coffee cups will not be available at the Forum. Attendees can use this tumbler during and after the Forum.
Wireless Charger with Bamboo base ($5,500)
This eco-friendly wireless charger will be a hit for all attendees as they can easily pack this during all their travels.
WiFi ($5,000)
Sponsored by Fresenius Kabi
Sponsor can create custom password for WiFi Network (limited to 8 characters). Sponsorship logo recognition included in on-site signage. Hotel room splash screen will include link to sponsor URL when users log-on to WiFi.
Tech Accessory Travel Bag ($4,000)
Sponsored by Roche Diagnostics
A reusable travel bag to keep all tech accessories organized in one spot.
Welcome letter at Hotel Check-in ($4,000)
Provide electronic advertisement for PPTA to print for the hotel to include when PPF attendee’s check-in for their sleeping rooms. A welcome message from PPTA about the Plasma Protein Forum will also be included.
Digital Promotion Package ($4,000)
This bundle includes sponsor’s full-color web banner to live on PPF event page for one week from Nov.18-22, and one LinkedIn post deployed during or shortly after the Forum. An image, 30 second or less video, or logo may accompany the post, along with a short caption and link. Note: “Posted on behalf of PPF sponsor” will be added to the post.
Advertisement E-blast ($2,500)
Sponsor can send us a digital advertisement to be included in a one-time e-blast prior to the Forum to all attendees The blast will be sent during or shortly after the Forum.
Please fill out and return the sponsorship registration form with payment to Michelle Mason at mmason@pptaglobal.org by no later than September 23 for product sponsorship and no later than October 18 for Exhibit/Networking sponsorship.
IMPORTANT DATES
Item
Due Date
Registration form & payment (Products)
September 23rd
Company logo for branded product
October 10th
Registration form & payment (Exhibits & Networking)
October 18th
Company logo, brief word description & Vimeo or YouTube link
October 22nd
Artwork for Elevator Cling
October 25th
Please fill out and return the sponsorship registration form with payment to Michelle Mason at mmason@pptaglobal.org by no later than September 23, 2024 for product sponsorship and no later than October 18, 2024 for Exhibit/Networking sponsorship.
Thank you,
Plasma Protein FORUM Sponsors
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CONTACTS
Registration inquiries
Charon Smith
csmith@pptaglobal.org
+1.410.432.4921
Hotel and Sponsorship/Exhibit inquiries
Michelle Mason
mmason@pptaglobal.org
+1.443.370.6056