Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants (VAPA) 34th Annual CME Conference - 2016

Event Dates
2016-07-24 - 2016-07-29
Exhibitors
35
Attendees
300
Event contact first name
Matt
Event contact last name
Van Wie
Email
matt@esvw.com
Event contact telephone number
804-550-2312
Notes
Conference Dates: July 21-25, 2014 Exhibit Dates: July 22-23, 2014
Description
Why Exhibit? VAPA?s Annual Conference welcomes over 300 hundred dedicated, eager PAs from around the country who are eager to exchange ideas and experiences with their colleagues. They will catch up on the latest news, ideas and treatment techniques. They will learn from top experts in the medical profession and most importantly, they will learn all about your products and services! A Once-A-Year, One-Of-A-Kind Opportunity! PAs are influential health care providers who perform most of the same functions as the physicians they work with. PAs take detailed patient histories, conduct physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, perform medical and surgical therapeutic procedures, and in all 50 states, they write prescriptions! PAs are Integral Members of the Health Care Team?Get Them on Your Marketing Plan Do you dedicate 10% of your marketing budget to reach PAs? The profession is growing rapidly; the Department of Labor has rated the PA profession as the third fastest growing occupation in the United States. If you market to Physicians, you should also be marketing to Physician Assistants. PA?s are looking to YOU for Solutions! VAPA?s Annual Conference attracts the most dedicated PAs in the profession. They will be coming from across the United States to learn everything they can about their occupation and to find the tools to help them do their jobs better. Many PAs are responsible for meeting with pharmaceutical representatives, many as the primary contact. They are the people making and influencing buying decisions for a wide range of products in their practices. Have a product or service to help them provide better health care or help them to work more efficiently? You will have their complete attention!
Partner Voices
Overview: The award-winning Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) goes the extra mile to make every day extraordinary by offering customer service excellence and industry-leading partnerships. From their dedicated in-house Rigging team to their robust Exhibitor Services, The Center of Hospitality brings your imagination to life by helping you host unforgettable meetings and events. With more than 2 million square feet of exhibit space, world-class services and a dream destination, we are committed to making even the most ambitious conventions a reality. In October 2023, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve allocating Tourist Development Tax funding for the $560 million Phase 5A completion of the OCCC. The Convention Way Grand Concourse project will include enhancements to the North-South Building, featuring an additional 60,000 square feet of meeting space, an 80,000- square-foot ballroom and new entry to the North-South Building along Convention Way. “We are thrilled to begin work on completing our North-South Building which will allow us to meet the growing needs of our clients,” said OCCC Executive Director Mark Tester. “As an economic driver for the community, this project will provide the Center with connectivity and meeting space to host more events and continue to infuse the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities.” Amenities: The Center of Hospitality goes above and beyond by offering world-class customer service and industry-leading partnerships. From the largest convention center Wi-Fi network to custom LAN/WAN design, the Center takes pride in enhancing exhibitor and customer experience.  The OCCC is the exclusive provider of electricity (24-hour power at no additional cost), aerial rigging and lighting, water, natural gas and propane, compressed air, and cable TV services. Convenience The Center is at the epicenter of the destination, with an abundance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions within walking distance. Pedestrian bridges connect both buildings to more than 5,200 rooms and is within a 15-minute drive from the Orlando International Airport. The convenience of the location goes hand-in-hand with top notch service to help meet an event’s every need. Gold Key Members The OCCC’s Gold Key Members represent the best of the best when it comes to exceptional service and exclusive benefits for clients, exhibitors and guests. The Center’s Gold Key memberships with Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando and Walt Disney World greatly enhance meeting planner and attendee experiences offering world-renowned venues, immersive experiences and creative resources for their events. OCCC Events: This fiscal year, the OCCC is projected to host 168 events, 1.7 million attendees, and $2.9 billion in economic impact.  The Center’s top five events during their 2022-2023 fiscal year included:  AAU Jr. National Volleyball Championships 2023 200,000 Attendees $257 Million in Economic Impact MEGACON 2023 160,000 Attendees $205 Million in Economic Impact Open Championship Series 2023 69,500 Attendees $89 Million in Economic Impact Sunshine Classic 2023 42,000 Attendees $54 Million in Economic Impact Premiere Orlando 2023 42,000 Attendees $108 Million in Economic Impact