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Function rooms have been reserved for attendees at the Sheraton New York Times Square hotel for company to rent and host your own affiliate function such as a staff meeting. Affiliate functions/events are considered any industry-supported meeting or social event that is by invitation-only and held in a private room. Affiliate functions/events during the AATS Aortic Symposium dates must be approved by show management and will be assessed a fee below regardless of the location.
Price: $3,500
Should a company hold an event at an offsite location, pricing will still apply.
Dates and Time Guidelines
NOTE: Catering and audio visual is available at an additional cost and is the responsibility of the company. Dates/times listed are established to avoid conflict with the AATS Aortic Symposium program. Any company that does not adhere to the guidelines will risk loss of priority points. Schedule is subject to change based on the final program. Any cancellations received on or before August 12, 2026, company will be liable for a 50% processing fee. For any cancellations received after August 12, 2026, refunds will not be given. These time guidelines pertain to functions where physicians are requested/invited to attend.
*Timing is subject to change based on final program schedule
Note: Is it the policy of AATS that any meeting/meal/function held between industry and 2+ professional attendees must be approved by AATS for timing, appropriateness, and purpose of meeting. Contact industry@aats.org for more information.
Marketing Support Application Form
For more details please contact: Caroline Arrington, CMP Senior Manager, Industry Relations, AATS E: industry@aats.org
Power the event. Promote your brand. Secure one of the most sought-after footprints at the Aortic Symposium by sponsoring a Charging Station.
Benefits:
Price: $15,000
Sponsor must provide artwork in electronic format for approval by AATS. Sponsor will be sent confirmation of opportunity that will include specifications and deadline dates.
*Opportunity subject to change based on specifications of charging stations and available branding locations
For more details or to create a custom package, please contact: Caroline Arrington, CMP Senior Manager, Industry Relations, AATS E: industry@aats.org
AATS reserves the right to revise any aspect of sponsorships to preserve the integrity and professional atmosphere of the meeting. Performance of benefits are subject to ongoing CDC and all local and state government pandemic guidelines on safety. All sponsorship messaging, graphics, etc. are subject to AATS approval.
Gain exclusive access to the symposium’s inner circle. Support the 2026 Faculty Dinner to place your company center stage before an elite roster of invited faculty and international thought leaders.
Price: $35,000
For more details or to create a custom package, please contact: Caroline Arrington, CMP Sr. Manager, Industry Relations E: industry@aats.org
Capture attendee attention throughout the Sheraton New York Times Square with custom column wraps placed in high-traffic areas. This eye-catching branding opportunity allows you to showcase your message, increase brand awareness, and create a memorable presence during the AATS Aortic Symposium. Benefits:
Two Packages Available:
Make a lasting impression with exclusive elevator door graphics at the Sheraton New York Times Square. Positioned where attendees frequently gather and travel between sessions and hotel room, this premium branding opportunity delivers repeated exposure and keeps your message front and center throughout the meeting. Benefits:
Price: $27,500
Command attention beyond the session rooms. Elevate your presence at the AATS Aortic Symposium with the hotel keycard sponsorship. This exclusive opportunity guarantees elite brand placement, delivering constant daily impressions every time an attendee returns to their room. Customize the design to make your brand the ultimate key to their event experience.
Price: $32,500
Bring your brand directly to the doorstep of key decision-makers. Hotel room drops offer a seamless, high-visibility way to command attention outside the bustling exhibit area. Maximize your presence at the AATS Aortic Symposium by placing your promotional materials or product literature directly into the rooms of attendees in the AATS block. Available for Wednesday and Thursday evening distribution at the Sheraton New York Times Square—secure your slot to ensure your message is the first thing they see after a day of clinical education.
Two (2) Hotel Room Drops Available:
Price: $6,500 exclusive per night (production and shipping are the responsibility of sponsor)
Sponsor required to provide appropriate quantity of materials and is responsible for costs of design, printing, and shipment of inserts to hotel. All inserts must be approved by AATS prior to production and shipping. AATS will make every effort to instruct participating hotel on the proper distribution instructions, both in writing and a personal visit to the front desk manager prior to the start of the meeting. However, AATS cannot guarantee 100% distribution to all attendees staying in the hotel. Refunds will not be issued if the supporter receives anecdotal evidence of non-distribution.
Increase your reach and be the first to welcome registrants to the AATS Aortic Symposium! Your company-designed advertisement will display as a banner in the housing and registration confirmation email sent to each registrant.
Price: $25,000
Present your latest clinical research or product development information during a session, hosted by your company, at the AATS Aortic Symposium. This opportunity allows you to choose the program, the faculty, and whether CME is offered. If you are interested in a symposium, please contact us at industry@aats.org. Spots are limited.
Note: AATS will provide a session room and basic A/V. Food & beverage orders, custom furnishings outside standard room set, company signage, and/or additional services/costs and tax are the responsibility of the sponsor.
Available Timeslots*:
* Pending availability. Times are subject to change based on final program. Contact industry@aats.org for more details.
Price:
Luncheon Symposium: $35,000
Symposium Sponsorship Add-On Options:
Sponsor must provide artwork in electronic format for approval by AATS. Confirmation letter sent to sponsor will include specifications and deadline dates.
The AATS Aortic Symposium “Know Before You Go” email helps registrants learn what is happening at the meeting and assists them in planning their event experience. Place your branding on a closely reviewed email sent to all AATS Aortic Symposium registrants.
AATS invites residents, fellows, and medical students to connect with an AATS Member and plan their future as a cardiac surgeon. Participating mentees will have a 20-minute one-on-one meeting with an AATS Member to ask questions, discuss their future in cardiothoracic surgery, and further advance their career. Don’t miss this opportunity to align your brand with a vital program guiding the next generation of cardiothoracic surgeons.
Price: $17,000
AATS reserves the right to revise any aspect of sponsorships to preserve the integrity and professional atmosphere of the meeting. All sponsorship messaging, graphics, etc. are subject to AATS approval.
Command undivided attention from the symposium’s elite, invited faculty. The Speaker Ready Room is a mandatory destination for every presenter, making its Welcome Table premium real estate for your brand. By sponsoring this high-profile hub, your company gains targeted access to an exclusive audience of global thought leaders. Showcase your custom branding and place your promotional literature front and center as faculty check-in, ensuring your message is top-of-mind before they take the podium.
Price: $20,000
Sponsor must provide logo in high-resolution, electronic format for approval by AATS. Sponsor will be sent confirmation of opportunity that will include specifications and deadline dates.
Own the spotlight at the symposium's most anticipated social event. Align your brand with collaboration and community by sponsoring the official AATS Aortic Symposium Welcome Reception to be held Thursday, November 19th. This high-profile gathering is the first opportunity for attendees to connect, and your company will be at the forefront of the excitement. Benefit from extensive brand exposure through a comprehensive marketing footprint, ensuring your company name is seen by every participant even before they arrive in New York.
Welcome Reception Date/Time/Location:
Be the driving force behind attendee connectivity. At the AATS Aortic Symposium, Wi-Fi is an essential utility for every attendee accessing the mobile app, staying connected with colleagues, and browsing the web. Secure this premier sponsorship to place your brand at the forefront of their digital experience.
Requirements:
Price: $45,000
AATS is NOT responsible for technical interruptions to digital presentations.