Sponsorship

By joining forces with a trusted association you will shape the continued growth of optometry. Whether optometry is a new field for your company or you are a valued participant of the Ophthalmic Council^TM, tapping into the AOA's resources is the way to share your message with over 36,000 professionals.

To learn more download the 2011 AOA Sponsorship Opportunities, you will find a variety of existing programs from education, to promotion and marketing; but collaboration is up to the imagination. We invite you to partner with the AOA on services that best support your objectives while advancing the mission and goals of the AOA - to advocate for the profession and serve optometrists in meeting the eye care needs of the public.

With your support, you may experience:

Increased brand awareness and name recognition
Improved access to industry leaders and decision-makers
Enhanced corporate image and reputation
Open avenue to provide clinical and product information
Benefits from contributing to the progressive advancement of the profession of optometry

For opportunities specific to Optometry's Meeting^® please download the 2011 Optometry's Meeting Sponsorship Opportunities . (You must be an exhibitor to sponsor items at Optometry's Meeting^®.)

We look forward to developing collaborative programs to improve and increase the availability of eye and vision care to all. Contact the AOA Industry Relations Center at 800-365-2219, ext. 4134 for more information.

Sponsorship Guidelines & Levels

Program sponsorship contributes to a company's level of support for the AOA providing additional benefits extending reach. Collectively all sponsorships contribute to attaining a level and obtaining the associated benefits. Some monies spent are not considered sponsorship, including:

Exhibit space at Optometry's Meeting^®
Advertising in AOA publications
Contributions to Optometry Cares - The AOA Foundation

Sponsors in 2010 receive the first right of acceptance to the same program in 2011. For more information contact:

Renee A. Brauns
Chief Operating Officer
(314) 983-4133
FAX: (314) 991-4101
e-mail: RABrauns@aoa.org

Linda A. Boyland, MBA
Sponsorship Manager
(314) 983-4134
FAX: (314) 991-4101
e-mail: LABoyland@aoa.org

Mary Ellen Poff
Sponsorship Coordinator
(314) 983-4177
FAX: (314) 991-4101
e-mail: MEPoff@aoa.org