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Northwest Urological Society Benefiting the general welfare through urological education February 23,2010 SUBJECT: Industry Partnerships and Invitation to Exhibit Dear Industry Colleague, The Northwest Urological Society cordially invites you to join us at the 2010 Annual NWUS Conference. This year's conference will be held December 3-4,2010 at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver in Vancouver, British Columbia. The primary focus of the conference is to educate northwest urologists in technologies and research that will enhance their knowledge and improve their skills in the management of patients with urological problems. This years' detailed agenda will be posted on our web site www.nwurologicalsociety.org at the end of September 2010 after receipt and review of the submitted scientific abstracts for inclusion on the agenda. The Northwest Urological Society is offering several Industry Partner Promotional Packages in addition to our standard exhibit opportunity this year. These packages are the best way to guarantee a prime exhibit location and provide maximum benefits and exposure for your company. Included in the prospectus is a summary of the NWUS Industry Partnership Program along with a list of the benefits it provides. The price of the exhibit space is included with these promotional packages. Our scientific keynote speaker will be: SCIENTIFIC KEYNOTE SPEAKER Christopher G. Wood, M. D., FACS Associate Professor and Deputy Chairman Department of Urology, Division of Surgery The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center Houston, Texas Christopher G. Wood, MD, FACS is an Associate Professor of Urology and Cancer Biology at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. He is a graduate of the Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, and Graduated with Distinction and received his M.D. Degree from Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Wood completed surgery and urology training at the Northwestern Memorial HospitallMcGaw Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois for Urology Residency and his Fellowship at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas in Urologic Oncology. He is a board certified Diplomat of The American Board of Urology (2000).

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Northwest Urological SocietyBenefiting the general welfare through urological education

February 23,2010

SUBJECT: Industry Partnerships and Invitation to Exhibit

Dear Industry Colleague,

The Northwest Urological Society cordially invites you to join us at the 2010 Annual NWUSConference. This year's conference will be held December 3-4,2010 at the Fairmont HotelVancouver in Vancouver, British Columbia.

The primary focus of the conference is to educate northwest urologists in technologies andresearch that will enhance their knowledge and improve their skills in the management of patientswith urological problems. This years' detailed agenda will be posted on our web sitewww.nwurologicalsociety.org at the end of September 2010 after receipt and review of thesubmitted scientific abstracts for inclusion on the agenda.

The Northwest Urological Society is offering several Industry Partner Promotional Packagesin addition to our standard exhibit opportunity this year. These packages are the best way toguarantee a prime exhibit location and provide maximum benefits and exposure for yourcompany. Included in the prospectus is a summary of the NWUS Industry Partnership Programalong with a list of the benefits it provides. The price of the exhibit space is included with thesepromotional packages.

Our scientific keynote speaker will be:

SCIENTIFIC KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Christopher G. Wood, M. D., FACSAssociate Professor and Deputy ChairmanDepartment of Urology, Division of SurgeryThe University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer CenterHouston, Texas

Christopher G. Wood, MD, FACS is an Associate Professor of Urology and Cancer Biology at theUniversity of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. He is a graduate of the Purdue University,West Lafayette, Indiana, and Graduated with Distinction and received his M.D. Degree fromNorthwestern University Medical School, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Wood completed surgery andurology training at the Northwestern Memorial HospitallMcGaw Medical Center, Chicago, Illinoisfor Urology Residency and his Fellowship at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson CancerCenter, Houston, Texas in Urologic Oncology. He is a board certified Diplomat of The AmericanBoard of Urology (2000).

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His areas of interest include the role of surgery in metastatic and locally advanced renal cellcarcinoma, nephron sparing surgery for renal cell carcinoma, orthotopic bladder substitution aftercystectomy, neoadjuvant multimodal therapy for GU malignancies, post-chemotherapy surgicalconsolidation for testis cancer, surgical management of prostate cancer, molecular biology of renalcell carcinoma tumorigenesis, progression, and metastasis.

TARGET AUDIENCEThis conference is intended for urological surgeons, urology residents, students and associatedmedical staff to include physician assistants, nurses and medical assistants. Participants will befrom academic and community urology practices throughout the Northwest (Washington, Oregon,Idaho, Montana, Alaska, Alberta and British Columbia). We are expecting 200 attendees for the2010 CME Conference.

Please have your check made payable to the NWUS. Mail your exhibitor application with fullcontact information, along with your payment to:

NWUS914 164th St. SE, Suite B-12 #145Mill Creek, WA 98012

Credit Card processing is available for your convenience.

For your convenience, our tax identification number is #91-6071545

Exhibitor booth assignments will be based on the date of the exhibitor request form faxed to theNWUS office (360-668-4053) and the date payment is received.

Your time and consideration for our request is truly appreciated.

S;;l~Debi JohnsonExecutive DirectorNorthwest Urological [email protected]

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NORTHWEST UROLOGICAL SOCIETY

Annual Conference December 3-4, 2010

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Vancouver, B.C.

Exhibitor and IndustryPartnership Prospectus

2010

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NORTHWEST UROLOGICAL SOCIETY 2010 Annual MeetingBenefiting the general welfare through urological education

GENERAL INFORMATION

The Northwest Urological Society Annual Conference is a scientificconference following guidelines set forth by the Royal College andAccreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).The meeting will provide attendees with advanced knowledge in theurologic field, combined with new product knowledge learned in theexhibit hall. The Northwest Urological Society consists of urologistspracticing in the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta along withWashington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska and Montana states located inthe United Sates.

Official Meeting Dates: December 3-4, 2010

Hotel & Meeting Location: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver900 West Georgia St.Vancouver, B.C. V6C2W6

Room Rate: $159 CDN plus tax

Cutoff Date: November 2,2010

SUPPORTING THE NORTHWEST UROLOGICAL SOCIETYDeliver your message in a professional, focused, and educational environment. The Northwest Urological Society presents you with networkingopportunities to build relationships with new and existing customers. Choose a standard exhibit booth or an Industry Partnership Package, whichprovides extended promotional visibility for your company beyond the annual meeting.

EXHIBITINGThe expected 200 attendees want to meet you face-to-face and examine your products first-hand. By exhibiting at the meeting, your company willbe listed in promotional materials and the conference syllabus.Space is limited, so act quickly!

INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIP PACKAGES

Secure prime exhibit location and optimum visibility with a Platinum Industry Partnership package. In addition to your exhibit, participation in thisprogram includes the opportunity for a non-CME speaker program, the pre-attendee registration list, Industry Partners' Advisory Board participationwith NWUS Executive Board, your company logo and recognition in annual meeting syllabus and signage, welcome reception refreshments at yourexhibit area, a full page ad in the OUS post-meeting newsletter, and discounts on other advertising opportunities. Please refer to the IndustryPartnership details in this prospectus for a complete list of benefits.

IMPORTANT EXHIBIT INFORMATION AND DATES

Exhibit Description:7' x 10' booth space which includes:(1) Booth signage (1) 6 foot skirted display table (2) two chairs and(1) wastebasket. Additional service information will be madeavailable approximately three-four weeks prior to the meeting.

Payment Options:Payment is due no later than Nov.15, 2010.Acceptable payment method is by check, Visa, MasterCard,or American Express in USD funds only.

Please make checks payable to:Northwest Urological Society914 164th St. SE #145Mill Creek, WA 98012 USATax ID # 91-6071545

CORPORATE FUNCTIONS MAY NOT BE HELD CONCURRENTWITH OFFICIAL NWUS SCIENTIFIC OR SOCIAL FUNCTIONS.ANY FUNCTION, REGARDLESS OF SIZE AND LOCATION,MUST BE APPROVED BY THE NWUS EXECUTIVE BOARD.

Registration:To pre-register your staff members, please list the names of thoserepresentative(s) working in the booth on the Exhibitor RegistrationForm. Only employees of the exhibiting company, or its agents, willbe issued a badge. Booths must be manned the entire time the

Cancellations & Refunds:The Northwest Urological Society requires that all cancellationsmust be in writing.The following refund schedule applies:

1) Cancellation on or prior to October 15,2010 exhibit fee will be refunded less$250 administration fee.

2) Cancellation after October 15, 2010,no portion of the original exhibit feewill be refunded.

Assignment of Space:Exhibit space will be assigned at the sole discretion of theNorthwest Urological Society. Factors affecting exhibit locationinclude support level; the date the registration form was receivedby the NWUS office, date payment received, the number ofexhibits, and proximity of competitors.

PRELIMINARY EXHIBIT SCHEDULE(Times are subject to change without notice)

Exhibit Set Up: Friday, December 3,20107:00am - 10:00am

Exhibit Hours: Friday, December 3,2010Exhibits Open 11 :30am - 5:00pmNWUS Welcome Reception in theExhibit HallFriday, December 3,20106:30pm - 8:30pm

Saturday, December 4, 2010Exhibits Open 8:00am - 3:00pm

Exhibit Teardown: Saturday, December 4, 20103:00pm - 4:00pm

Northwest UrOlogical Society914 164th Sl SE #145 Mill Creek, WA 98012 USA Phone: (866) [email protected]

Fax: (360) 668-4053

For more information about exhibits, sponsorships, or advertising options or to support the NWUS through an educational grant,Please contact the Executive Director, Debi Johnson at the NWUS office:

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Northwest Urological SocietyIndustry Partnership Benefits

ADS AND MAILINGSFull Page Black and White Ad In Annual Conference Syllabus

Pre-Registration Attendee List for Annual Conference (two weeks prior)

Half page B&W Ad In Post-Conference Newsletter

Post-Conference Attendee List

RECOGNITIONCompany Logo Displayed On Screen at Annual Conference

Company Logo Displayed On Sign age Annual Conference

Company Logo Displayed In Annual Conference Syllabus

Company Logo Displayed In Post Conference Newsletter

Company Sponsorship Recognized On Signage

Company Sponsorship Recognized In Annual Conference Syllabus

Company Sponsorship Recognized In Post-Conference Newsletter

Company listed as Exhibitor In Annual Conference Syllabus

Receive Post-Conference Newsletter

EXHIBITING AND BADGES7x10 booth space w/6' Table-Top Exhibit Space In Featured Location............. 3 Exhibit Badges included7x10 booth space w/6' Table-Top Exhibit···2 Exhibit Badges

7x10 booth space w/6' Table-Top Exhibit···1 Exhibit Badge

INDUSTRY ADVISORY COMMITIEE PARTICIPATION(2) Two Representatives may participate

(1) One Representative may participate

INDUSTRY SPEAKER PROGRAM (NON-CME EVENT)

Opportunity to provide non-cme speaker program to NWUS Conferenceattendees ($10,000 includes related catering, AV and speaker costs)

ADDITIONAL ANNUAL CONFERENCE EVENT TICKETSWelcome Reception with Each Exhibit BadgeRefreshments Served Near Your Exhibit

PlatinumLevel

$10,000

x

xX

X

X

X

X

X

GoldLevel$5,000

Exhibit

$2,000

ADVERTISING AND SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES PRICESADVERTISEMENTS

Website Banner Advertisement $600/quarter or $2000/annual(Greater than 15% discount)

Full Page B&W Ad in Program Book $1,500

Half page B&W Ad In program Book $ 750

Quarter page B&W Ad in Program Book $ 500

For more information, please contact:

Debi Johnson, NWUS Executive Director:1-866-800-3118 toll free 360-668-4053 fax [email protected]

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EXHIBITOR REQUEST FORMNWUS 57th ANNUAL MEETING December 3-4, 2010

Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 900 West Georgia St., Vancouver, Be

D My Company would like to become an Industry Partner (Exhibit space infeatured location included)D Platinum $10,000 D Gold $5,000

D My Company plans on EXHlBITING at the NWUS Annual Conference__ # of 8 x 10 Exhibit Booths @ $2000 each D Electrical Outlet Needed

NAME of Point Person for the Exhibit(s): _COMPANY: _

ADDRESS: _

CITY: STATE: ZIP:------------------------------ -------------TELEPHONE: FAX:--------------------EMAIL: _

Names of Representatives staffing exhibit booth: (emall information is REQUIRED)

email

email

email

• NOTE: ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVES WILL NEED TO PAY A $200 REGISTRATION FEE TOHELP COVER THE EXPENSE OF MEALS PROVIDED.

$ Check made payable to the NWUS (U.S. Funds Only)(Space will only be reserved upon receipt of payment)

Special requests (include competitors you do not want exhibit next to OR co-promoters you would like to beplaced next to):

Company Product: _

Product Application: _

Agreement:I am an authorized representative for this company with full power and authority to sign this application forexhibit space. The company agrees to comply with all the rules and regulations stated in the ExhibitorProspectus, as well as all policies added after the publication of the prospectus, which we accept as part of theagreement.

Authorized Signature: Date: _

NOTE: Credit card payments are welcome.

RETURN THIS FORM TO: Northwest Urological Society914164th St. SE, Suite 8-12 #145Mill Creek, WA 98012www.nwurologicalsociety.org

Tax 10# 91-6071545

(866) 800-3118 office (360) 668-4053 fax

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