Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

 
SDMS Knowledge Series - SOLD
The SDMS Knowledge Series are live webinars led by sonography experts on current topics of interest. Held throughout the year, they provide expert commentary and updates that enable attendees to expand their knowledge and earn SDMS CME credits.

Email the SDMS Events team if your company is interested in ​this sponsorship opportunity.
Exclusive Offer  |  ​​$5,000
— SOLD to Canon Medical —

Event Dates:
(dates/topics are subject to change and determined by the SDMS)

  • January 2​​4, 202​4
  • February 28, 202​​4
  • May ​29, 202​4
  • ​July 24, 202​4
  • November 20, 2024
Sponsorship Benefits Include:
  • Company logo featured on Knowledge Series template
  • Verbal company recognition at the beginning and end of each Knowledge Series webinar
  • Written company recognition showcased via the “chat feature”
  • Company recognition on all targeted email campaigns distributed up to 60,000 recipients
  • Company recognition for one (1) full year via the Knowledge Series website landing page
  • Social media recognition (via the SDMS Facebook page)
  • Two (2) complimentary registration codes for each Knowledge Series webinar
  • Opportunity to provide speaker/content for one of the Knowledge Series webinars*
* Speaker/content provided by sponsor must be eligible for SDMS CME credit, approved by the SDMS, and cannot be construed as advertising.

The SDMS Knowledge Series has grown in popularity due to its focus on relevant topics presented by in-demand speakers with deep subject matter knowledge. Highly rated by attendees, the SDMS anticipates robust attendance to continue for these events.

Unique Individuals IconOver ​​2,​400 unique attendees in 202​3.

Stars_50pxSatisfaction Ratings

  • 99% like the virtual format and would consider attending future virtual events.
  • 98% information presented was relevant and useful

Feedback_50pxAttendee Feedback

“The virtual event format is a great way for the sonography community to discuss questions and concerns.”

“The presenter was top-notch and the input from the attendees via the chat was also very valuable.”

“Very informative presentation. I appreciate the opportunity for professional growth and development.”

SDMS Virtual Event sponsorship opportunities are available for SDMS members and those vendors who promote and support the sonography community.

Contract/Payment

Once an SDMS Virtual Event sponsorship is requested (written or verbal), completion of the sponsorship contract and 50% deposit is required via an application to fully secure the opportunity. Final sponsorship payment is due 30 days prior to the event date for full benefits to be executed. Failure to submit payment according to this process will result in loss of sponsorship.

Sponsorships and advertising are non-refundable.

Terms

Contract terms will begin two to four months prior to the event date and one month upon conclusion of the event date. Sponsorship benefits will be executed as outlined in the SDMS Sponsorship & Advertising Prospectus.

Solicitation

The SDMS Sponsorship Prospectus will be released on December 1 each year to solicit sponsorships for the following year for all SDMS events. Solicitation will initially be executed by the SDMS staff via email, press release, and personal outreach. Assistance from the Events Management Committee (EMC) and other SDMS volunteers will be requested as needed.

Right of First Refusal

Current year SDMS sponsors will be given right of first refusal for future year sponsorship opportunities. Sponsors will be contacted during the month of November to continue their sponsorship for the following year, with a commitment date of November 30. Any sponsorships not claimed by the November 30 deadline will be available in the official SDMS Sponsorship & Advertising Prospectus on December 1 of each year.

Policy on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (B.5.1)

The SDMS is committed to promoting and implementing ongoing improvements to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the diagnostic medical sonography profession (SDMS Board Policy: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion [B.5.1]). The SDMS encourages participating exhibitors, vendors, and sponsors to support efforts to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion in their outreach.

 

Contact SDMS Events:​   events@sdms.org

The SDMS is committed to promoting and implementing ongoing improvements to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the diagnostic medical sonography profession (SDMS Board Policy: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion [B.5.1]). The SDMS encourages participating exhibitors, vendors, and sponsors to support efforts to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion in their outreach.