MNASCA Business Alliance

Do you want to connect with key decision-makers in Minnesota’s surgery centers?

MNASCA’s Business Alliance program is designed to promote a true partnership between our member ASCs and industry experts. Join the Business Alliance program today to reach decision-makers easily and effectively, while supporting MNASCA’s educational opportunities and advocacy work.

 

MNASCA Highlights:

  • MNASCA is a statewide, non-profit trade association committed to promoting high-quality, value-driven outpatient surgical services in Minnesota. We support our state ASC industry through advocacy, education, and collaboration.
  • The association provides members with timely, relevant updates on legislative and regulatory issues that may impact center operations via our website, weekly legislative reports, monthly member forums, and our online ASC community newsletter.
  • MNASCA also hosts member listservs and a spring networking event to connect ASC leaders with each other and Business Alliance members.
  • We offer quarterly online education sessions and a premier two-day conference each fall providing a comprehensive educational program and multiple opportunities to connect with key business partners. 
  • MNASCA represents 58 single-specialty and multi-specialty ASC members which are physician-owned centers, hospital-owned centers, and partnerships (see current membership list).
  • Our members include more than 300 professional ASC staff who engage in association communications, events, and advocacy activities.
Primary benefits of MNASCA’s Business Alliance Memberships/Sponsorships include:
  • Brand Visibility: Gain exposure to a targeted audience of Minnesota’s ASC decision-makers.
  • Networking Opportunities: Build relationships throughout the year with leaders in our state’s ASC industry.
  • Educational Leadership: Showcase your commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation in the ambulatory surgery arena.

Register Now!

 

Business Alliance Membership Packages

Benefits

Business Partner

Business Associate

Business Affiliate

Meet with the MNASCA Board

X

 

 

Contribute content at MNASCA events

X

 

 

Publish content in MNASCA online newsletter

X

 

 

Provide expertise to MNASCA members

X

X

 

Offer input on member survey/focus group design

X

X

 

Company profile on the MNASCA website

X

X

 

Recognition on the MNASCA Business Alliance webpage

X

X

X

Company promotion in MNASCA communications

X

X

X

Participate in members-only social events

X

X

X

Recognition in Annual Conference materials and signage

X

X

X

Annual Conference exhibit table in the ballroom

X

X

X

Annual Conference registrations and meals

5 people

3 people

 2 people

Access to Member Forum calls and legislative updates

X

X

X

 

$5,000

$2,000

$1,000

 

Business Partner ($5,000 | 3 available/1 reserved)

Our premium membership package provides many opportunities to engage with Minnesota’s ASCs. Business Partners receive all the benefits of Business Associates and are also subject matter experts for the MNASCA Board of Directors and our members. At this level you are invited to contribute content for member communications and share your expertise at education sessions and events. No other program can position your company more closely to Minnesota ASCs!

 

Business Associate ($2,000 | 6 available/2 reserved)

With this mid-tier sponsorship package, you receive the same benefits provided to Business Affiliates, plus special opportunities to provide expertise to MNASCA members. Business Associates are invited to participate in member listservs, co-lead conference roundtable discussions, and share input to help MNASCA staff design effective member surveys and focus groups. In addition, we’ll post and promote a profile of your company on our website.

 

Business Affiliate ($1,000 | 3 available/5 reserved)

Our basic sponsorship package provides your company with special recognition in MNASCA communications and on our website. As a Business Affiliate, you also have access to frequent legislative updates, monthly Member Forum calls, and members-only social events. Plus, your 2024 Annual Conference exhibitor package for two company representatives is included!

 

Business Alliance Sponsorship Packages

Make new contacts and strengthen existing relationships at the 2024 MNASCA Annual Conference October 3-4 at the Minneapolis Marriott Southwest! 

The 2023 Annual Conference was our largest event ever with 142 ASC leaders from 47 centers and 70 business representatives from 35 companies. We expect an even bigger audience at our 2024 conference! For more information about last year’s event, check out the conference agenda, our 2023 sponsors, the final attendee list, and our conference summary and insights.

Ready to reserve your spot?

Sign up for one of the special promotional opportunities below to boost your visibility and help build deeper connections to your brand. You’ll also have the opportunity to better understand the issues and challenges facing ASCs by attending conference sessions.

Thursday & Friday Breakfast Sponsor - $2,000 (2 available) 

  • Opportunity to address attendees during the morning program (2-3 minutes)
  • Recognition during the conference, including breakfast sponsor signage
  • Share a one-page company handout in attendee registration packets
  • Vendor table in the ballroom with registration and meals included for 3 people

Thursday Awards Luncheon Sponsor - $2,000 (1 available)

  • Opportunity to deliver a short message during the awards luncheon (2-3 minutes)
  • Recognition during the conference, including lunch sponsor signage
  • Share a one-page company handout in attendee registration packets
  • Vendor table in the ballroom with registration and meals included for 3 people

Thursday Networking Reception Sponsor - $2,000 (0 available/1 reserved)

  • Opportunity to offer a brief message during Thursday’s closing remarks (2-3 minutes)
  • Recognition during the conference, including reception sponsor signage
  • Share a one-page company handout in attendee registration packets
  • Vendor table in the ballroom with registration and meals included for 3 people

Keynote Sponsor - $2,000 (1 available)

  • Opportunity to introduce the keynote speaker and offer brief remarks (2-3 minutes)
  • Recognition during the conference, including keynote sponsor signage
  • Share a one-page company handout in attendee registration packets
  • Vendor table in the ballroom with registration and meals included for 3 people

Wellness Lounge Sponsor - $1,500 (4 available)

  • Recognition during the conference, including wellness lounge sponsor signage
  • Larger exhibit space in the lounge with registration and meals included for 2 people
  • Assist with announcing raffle drawings at the end of each day, including wellness-themed giveaways!

Exhibitor - $750 (8 available/2 reserved)

  • Recognition during the conference
  • Company name included in conference exhibitor program and listed on MNASCA’s website
  • Vendor table in the foyer outside the ballroom with registration and meals included for 2 people

Annual Conference Lanyards - In-kind donation (1 available)
Your company provides 200 lanyards for attendee name badges 

Annual Conference Attendee Bags - In-kind donation (0 available/1 reserved)
Your company provides 200 attendee bags

Annual Conference Raffle Items $25+ value - In-kind donations (Unlimited)
Your company provides an item or gift basket for the attendee raffles. Wellness-themed items requested!

NOTE: All packages include access to electricity. Additional $100 will be charged for each attendee not included in your membership or sponsorship package.

These sponsorship opportunities fill up fast. Register now to reserve your place at the 2024 conference!


Lodging Information
Minneapolis Marriott Southwest
5801 Opus Pkwy
Minnetonka, MN  55343
Phone: (952) 935-5500
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MNASCA Group Rate: $189 +tax per night
This rate expires Wednesday, September 11, 2024.
 
Please contact the hotel directly or click here to make your room reservations. To receive the special room rate, ask for the “MNASCA Annual Conference” group block when making reservations.


Questions?
For more information contact Laura Harris, MNASCA Executive Director, at [email protected].