Dear Partner,
The Maine Optometric Association invited Doctors of Optometry, Paraoptometrics and Opticians to participate in education programs in 2021. We look forward to in person conferences and events through the year, uniting our Maine doctors throughout the state. We also welcome Doctors of Optometry across the country to visit our great state of Maine for education and networking.
We offer the following sponsorship opportunities to you knowing that our Partner Programs maximizes your company's exposure and aids in attracting customer loyalty with your year-round recognition. Your support and sponsorships help the MOA provide education, information, and services to over 200 Doctors of Optometry, optometry students, paraoptometric professionals.
Our membership is growing, and we are reaching out to our members with important information and support. There has never been a better time to unite as passionate professionals. Our Maine Doctors of Optometry are passionate about improving patient care, public awareness, and the professional standing of optometry in Maine.
Thank you for your commitment to the Maine Optometric Association. By working together for the advancement of Optometry and with your involvement, experience, knowledge and support we create a strong and united program benefiting all.
Sincerely, Caroline Fontaine
Executive Director MOA
We are pleased to offer our industry supporters a variety of sponsorship opportunities throughout the year and at our three conferences in 2022.
Sponsorships for 2022
Visionary - $9000 (over $10,500 value)
- Free booth space at ALL 3 conferences, 2(rep) chairs at booth, prominent spot located on Sponsor Row, table dress and electric included
- Free high-top table near the lecture room for signage or 1 free standing company sign of your choice (must be approved by MOA office)
- 10min opportunity to speak to ODs before or after education (scheduled time, at each conference)
- Prominent Logo and link placed on MOA website – under top level of Visionary
- Exclusive Logo and link and introduction posted social media sites as a Visionary Sponsor of MOA 2022 season
- Post conference first-class MOA member e-blast with logo and message
- Attendance list from conference with contact information
- Banner display on MOA website, change out 3xs (display 3 different messages each posted for 2mnths)
- Recognition in all printed and conference information as a Visionary support
- Listed as Visionary sponsor on each MOA newsletter
- Digital/Paper directory of members and their specialties. Your logo/link and contact information would also be in the directory.
- Feature Article for MOA e-news (Due by July 1st or August 15th or Oct 15th)
- Discounted rate for convention event options, 25% off (see options below) with priority choice on limited event options (must commit by May 1st)
Gold - $7000 ($8050 value)
- Free Booth space at All 3 conference, 2(rep)chairs at booth, prominent spot located on sponsor row, table dress and electric included
- 5min opportunity to speak to ODs before or after education segment (schedule time, for all 3 conferences)
- Attendance list from conference with contact information
- Logo and link placed on MOA website – under Sponsor and Gold Supporter
- Post conference exclusive MOA member e-mail blast with logo and message
- Banner display on MOA website, change out 2xs (display 2 different messages each posted for 2mnths)
- Feature Article for MOA e-news Due by July 1st or August 15th or Oct 15th)
- Digital/Paper directory of members and their specialties. Your logo/link and contact information would also be in the directory.
- Discounted rate for convention event options, 10% off (see options below, must commit by May 1st for discounted event options)
Silver - $3500 ($3700 value)
- Free booth space 2 conferences, 2 (rep) chair at booth, prominent spot located on sponsor row, table dress and electric included
- Logo and link placed on MOA website- under Sponsor and Silver Supporter
- Free group MOA member e-mail blast with logo
- Banner display on MOA website, 2x for 2mnth
- Attendance list from conference with contact information
- Digital/Paper directory of members and their specialties. Your logo/link and contact information would also be in the directory.
- Discounted rate of 10% for convention event options and added conference booth space (must commit by May 1st for discounted event options)
Affiliate - $1500
- Free booth space 1 conference – 2 company representatives
- Logo and link placed on MOA website- under Sponsor and Affiliate Supporter
- Free group MOA member e-mail blast with logo
- Attendance list from conference with contact information
- Discounted rate of 10% for convention event options and added conference booth space (must commit by May 1st for discounted event options)
Exhibit Booth - $1000
- 1 rep. chair
- table dress, and electric
- includes meals during conference for company rep. attending conference
Additional company representatives attending - $50
Advertisement - $300
Additional advertisement, banners, sponsored website posts, etc. (please contact MOA office)
Conference Events for additional exposure (all limited space)
- Board of Directors meeting $1500 Receive exclusive time with the MOA board of directors in person and other leadership. 20mins podium time
- Breakfast Symposium- (2 available) - $2500 Let us introduce you as the exclusive meal sponsor, and then you’ll have the room. Sponsor receives 20mins of podium time and recognition across all MOA event materials.
- Conference Luncheon- (3 available) - $2500 The sponsor receives 20 minutes podium time and recognition across all event materials
- Friday evening Mix and Mingle (3 available) - $3000 High attendance and casual event, you will be introduced as the exclusive sponsor for the evening event and will have the floor for 5mins. Sponsor will be allowed signage at the bar area for additional exposure, and will have recognition across all event materials.
- Break Sponsor - $1000 Sponsor one of the Exhibit Hall breaks. Sponsor receives recognition across all event materials, on the break table and newsfeed prior to conference. Everyone loves break time snacks!
- Product/Service classroom presentation - $1000 (limited numbers) Ten minutes of podium time in front of the OD group at an assigned time
- Provide Education for the conference - $2000 (+ speaker and expenses) Time in front of ODs, sponsoring education. Take 15mins podium time for intro to your company or product. Recognition across all MOA event materials. (Educational grant possible) (speaker approved with Education committee)
Year-Round Events
- Young OD Events - $1500 Quarterly meeting/activity attended by doctors 1-10yrs in practice
- Corn Hole Tournament - Sponsor 1st,2nd,3rd sponsorships available. September conference time (check with MOA office for details)
- Virtual board members meetings - $750 Virtual meeting that you receive 15mins of “air time”. Scheduled throughout the year
- Wet Lab opportunities - contact MOA office
- Support December Saturday Installation Reception - $3500 All board of directors and membership are invited to the installation of the Board officers and party afterwards - to let loose! This is a great opportunity to show your support for the MOA and the MOA Mission. (1 sponsor only)
- Doctors Directory - $250 - Digital/Paper directory of members and their specialties. Your logo/link and contact information would also be in the directory.
