2012 TLC Conference: Chicago, IL | May 4-6, 2012Get Involved. Show You Care. Become a sponsor.Download the Sponsor & Exhibitor Prospectus >> or scroll down for a list of options. |
Reach out to this vibrant community by becoming a Conference Sponsor today! Sponsorships are not limited to businesses; past sponsors have included support groups and individuals who simply want to show they care.
“We found that our prominently displayed ad in the TLC program guide resulted immediately in an increase in clinical referrals of compulsive
hair pullers. People who previously had no idea where to go for help sought us out.”
-Allen Weg, EdD, New Jersey Psychologist
Founder and Director,
Stress and Anxiety Services of New Jersey
The Trichotillomania Learning Center is the only national organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life of the millions of children, adolescents and adults who suffer from trichotillomania and skin picking. Our Annual Conference offers a comprehensive schedule of seminars by the world’s leading experts in this field, providing education and inspiration to hundreds of sufferers of all ages, researchers and treatment professionals.
Reach out to this vibrant community by becoming a Conference Sponsor today! Sponsorships are not limited to businesses; past sponsors have included support groups and individuals who simply want to show they care. Plus, private donors enjoy a full tax deduction when the sponsorship does not promote a business or service.
Why sponsor or advertise at the TLC Conference?
Nearly 2000 members, 10,000 email subscribers and 20,000 monthly website visitors look to TLC to provide accurate information about treatments, products and services that can make a difference in their lives. Plus, TLC uses your support to give back to those that attend: increased sponsor support equals a decrease in registration costs, enabling more people to experience this life-changing event.
Opportunities for Exposure:
TLC’s website receives an average of 20,000 UNIQUE visits per month, and the Conference event pages are ranked third in “most visited pages” during the conference promotional season, December - May.
TLC has 9,453 subcribers to our email newsletter.
TLC currently has over 2,600 Facebook Fans: and this number is growing every day. Each TLC-sponsored link averages an impression rate of 1,700 users. We have an average weekly user rate of 1,500 fans. Plus, TLC is launching fall and winter campaigns to increase the number of our supporters.
TLC’s quarterly newsletter, InTouch, is mailed to 2,000+ nationwide.
In the past three years, our Conference Attendance has DOUBLED previous attendance averages. We expect at least 500 attendees in Chicago.
Recent advances in overall awareness of trichotillomania has resulted in a 30% increase in web traffic.
Act now: opportunities are limited!
Contact Leslie Lee at 831-457-1004 x2, or email leslie@trich.org for more information.
This Year's Sponsors
Hair Club for Men and Women www.hairclub.com
TLC is proud to welcome back the Hair Club for Men and Women as our Conference Title Sponsor. Since 1976, Hair Club has been researching and testing new products that enter the hair restoration market. Hair Club only offers clinically proven options that result in cosmetic improvement for clients experiencing hair loss.
Behavior Therapy Center of Greater Washington btc online
Educational program sponsored by the Behavior Therapy Center of Greater Washington, offering behavioral and cognitive behavioral treatment for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Continuing Education available for Therapeutic Practitioners (PhD, PsyD, CSW, LPC, and LCSW).
Sponsorship Opportunities
Event Sponsor |
Exhibit | Take One Table | Print Advertising
Download our Supporters Prospectus and Application for more information >>
Patron Sponsor: $10,000 (1 available)
Your Patron Sponsorship supports lower attendee registration costs, thereby increasing attendance and overall exposure. In addition to the benefits listed to the right, you will receive:
- Full-page advertisement in National Conference Catalog, mailed to 15,000+ nationwide
- Prominent Logo Placement on TLC’s Event Registration Page
- Full-page advertisement in Conference Program Guide
- 2 complimentary registrations to the conference
- Special thank you in Keynote Address during dinner
Chicago Transit Advertising Sponsor: $6,000 needed (multiple sponsors at various levels are invited to participate)
Raise awareness of the conference and TLC services throughout Chicago. This sponsorship supports advertising on Chicago City Public Transportation, including city buses and EL. Supporters receive these additional benefits (may be adjusted for support at lower levels, i.e. $1000.00 donation):
- Logo placement on CTA advertising for 45 days
- Half-page advertisement in National Conference Catalog, mailed to 15,000+ nationwide
- Half-page advertisement in Conference Program Guide
- One complimentary registration to the conference
Live Feed / Webcast Sponsor: $5,000 (3 available)
Bring the conference into homes around the world! Your support at this level will facilitate a live feed and/or webcast of certain workshops to internet subscribers. The following benefits are offered in addition to those listed to the right:
- Exclusive logo placement on broadcasts
- Half-page advertisement in National Conference Catalog, mailed to 15,000+ nationwide
- Half-page advertisement in Conference Program Guide
- One complimentary registration to the conference
Professional Networking Sponsor: $5,000 (1 available)
Support the development of TLC’s Professional Network. This sponsorship supports the opening-night networking activities of our professional and student attendees.
- Prominent banner placement during the networking hour
- Half-page advertisement in National Conference Catalog, mailed to 15,000+ nationwide
- Half-page advertisement in Conference Program Guide
- One complimentary registration to the conference
Program Track Sponsor: $3,000 (6 available)
Each Program Track Sponsorship funds the sessions offered for a specific audience. These tracks include: Adult Treatment, Adult Personal Growth, Research, Parents, and Kids & Teens .
- Sponsor supplied Banner/Signage displayed during all track sessions
- Quarter-page advertisement in National Conference Catalog, mailed to 15,000+ nationwide
- Logo Placement in Conference Program Guide
- One complimentary registration to the conference
Poster Session Sponsor: $2,000 (4 available)
A new feature at the TLC Conference, Poster Session sponsors support the presentation of new research. This sponsorship also provides for travel and registration scholarships for student presenters.
- Prominent banner placement during Saturday’s Poster Sessions
- Quarter-page advertisement in National Conference Catalog, mailed to 15,000+ nationwide
- Logo Placement in Conference Program Guide
Custom Sponsorship
Have another idea on how you or your business can participate?
Would like to sponosr at a level not listed?
We’ll work with you to customize a sponsorship tailored to meet your needs and marketing objectives.
Just give us a call!
Sponsorship reservations should be made by
January 15, 2012 to guarantee inclusion in the
National Conference Catalog.
Final artwork submission deadline is February 1, 2012.
To reserve your sponsorship, contact
Leslie Lee, 831-457-1004 or
leslie@trich.org
Exhibitor: $500
Exhibitor Booth: $500 Commercial, $400 Non-profit
Your Exhibitor’s Booth Registration Includes:
-Exhibit space (6ft. table) for the duration of the conference
-One complimentary registration to the conference, including all workshops and included meals.
PLUS:
-Web presence and link on TLC’s website site for 1 month (TLC’s site averages 20,000 visits per month)
-Name printed in body of conference program guide
-Name printed in 1 edition of TLC’s quarterly newsletter, InTouch, to 2,000+ nationwide
Take-One Table $200
Display your brochures, coupons, business cards or other literature on a display table at the very popular TLC Conference Bookstore. The Take-One Table is fully accessible to any conference attendee. TLC Staff will make sure your literature remains stocked for the duration of the conference.
Advertising Opportunities
TLC takes great pride in offering it’s members reliable and trustworthy information. As a result, we only offer advertising opportunities to a select group of members , service providers and businesses. Advertising in TLC Conference materials is an effective way to get the word out about your products and services. Both national and regional opportunities are available.
Rates range from $50 to $750.00 Download our Supporters Prospectus and Application for more information .
or contact Leslie@trich.org.