FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 21, 2007
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ADVAMED 2007 PARTNERING PROGRAM OPENS FOR BUSINESS
More Than 1,000 Business Development Meetings to be Held
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Washington, D.C., August 21, 2007 -- Organizers of the AdvaMed 2007: The MedTech Conference today announced that its Business Partnering Program is now open for companies to begin arranging meetings and to continue uploading company profiles.
“Major industry stakeholders, new and emerging growth companies, investors, regional and international trade officials and other key players can take advantage of this unique way to network within the industry. The Business Partnering program is an excellent way to line up strategic meetings prior to the AdvaMed 2007 conference,” said Kenneth Mendez, AdvaMed’s senior executive vice president and chief administration officer.
Designed specifically for senior business development and licensing executives, AdvaMed 2007’s MedTech Business Partnering Program offers registrants opportunities to conduct one-on-one meetings with leading company representatives, licensing firms, investors and others. Interested companies are using EBD Group’s acclaimed software designed specifically for partnering purposes to post profiles of their companies and then request and accept invitations to meet with potential investors, partners and collaborators.
Attendees also will have the opportunity to listen to 38 company presentations and participate in a number of educational sessions. Educational programs will focus on:
Policy issues
21st century health care and medical technology
Global business
Product and manufacturing innovation
Business development
Reimbursement
Legal and intellectual property matters
Quality and compliance topics
Emerging growth company issues
George H. W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States, will be the keynote speaker. Other speakers for the conference include Michael O. Leavitt, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary, and Carlos M. Gutierrez, the U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary. AdvaMed 2007 will offer a variety of workshops, networking events and receptions, and an exhibition hall showcasing the latest in medical technology innovations and services.
Individuals and companies interested in learning more about posting a company profile and becoming a part of the AdvaMed 2007 business partnering program should visit http://www.advamed2007.com/, e-mail info@AdvaMed2007.com, or call (202) 434-7213. AdvaMed 2007 will be held from October 1-3, 2007 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, DC.
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About AdvaMed:
AdvaMed member companies produce the medical devices, diagnostic products and health information systems that are transforming health care through earlier disease detection, less invasive procedures and more effective treatments. Our members produce nearly 90 percent of the health care technology purchased annually in the United States and more than 50 percent purchased annually around the world. AdvaMed members range from the largest to the smallest medical technology innovators and companies. For more information, visit http://www.advamed.org.
About AdvaMed 2007:
AdvaMed 2007 is the premier medical technology conference and exhibition for business leaders, policymakers, investors, news media, patient advocates, and industry stakeholders from around the world. This year’s conference offers a variety of workshops and panel discussions on subjects such as Medicare reimbursement, compliance, intellectual property, global market opportunities, corporate finance, public policy, emerging company issues, 21st century health care and the value of medical technology.
Whether you need to finance, partner or license technology, AdvaMed 2007 introduces you to key decision-makers featuring a business development partnering program, company presentations, and an exhibition showcasing the latest medical technologies and products. Attendees will have the opportunity to directly access key players, inform stakeholders as to the progress of our industry, and influence the business, political and financial climates so imperative to innovation.
For more information, visit http://www.advamed2007.com/ or call 1-202-434-7213.