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Dr. Mary Lupo
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Dear Corporate Sponsor:
TThe WDS would like to take this opportunity to thank all our corporate sponsors for their generosity and enthusiasm over the past years. With your assistance the WDS has grown to over 1,300 members and been able to allow many successful educational and career enhancing programs and events to occur. All of these programs have helped women in dermatology “realize and fulfill their greatest potential,” which is part of our Mission Statement.
We have developed this brochure of Sponsorship Opportunities (Download PDF Version) to enable our current and future sponsors to view at a glance the many programs that the WDS offers. The sponsoring company’s name will be acknowledged on all printed material for that program, newsletters, web site, banners (especially at the annual meeting). We will work with individual contributors to devise appropriate recognition plans.
Thank you in advance for your support and for your future consideration. It is with the help of corporate support that the Women’s Dermatologic Society’s programs and events will continue to flourish.
Sincerely,
Mary Lupo, MD
President
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Diane S. Berson, MD
Co-Chair, Fundraising Committee |
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Janet G. Hickman, MD
Co-Chair, Fundraising Committee |
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Listed below are programs for which the WDS seeks sponsorship. All contributions will be accepted on a first-come basis. Unrestricted grants are greatly appreciated.
Currently, some programs are fully supported by industry sponsors. These programs include the Mentorship Program, Annual and Semi-annual Networking Reception, and the Career Development Awards.
* A named sponsorship requires a minimum commitment of three years.
Annual Luncheon Business Meeting
Help to offset the luncheon costs to include guest speakers, decorations, music, food, A/V equipment, etc. This is our signature meeting and is the key function for the WDS.
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International Travel Grants
Each grant will provide support for international women dermatologists to attend the WDS Annual Meeting Luncheon and the AAD Annual Meeting. These grants will be provided to international dermatologists who demonstrate financial need.
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WDS Web Site (www.womensderm.org)
Financial assistance is needed to maintain and expand our web site, which offers a valuable resource center for information and notices about our current and upcoming activities. New membership applications, event registrations and a literature site with books of general interest are also available. All these resources provide a wealth of information to our members around the globe.
Practice Enhancement Receptions
Two times per year, often in conjunction with the AAD meetings, WDS hosts a Practice Enhancement Reception where members have the opportunity to view the office layout and equipment of a local physician with a successful practice. As sponsor for this event, you will have the chance to meet many WDS members in all stages of their careers.
Member Renewal Retreat Weekend
Every other year, the WDS hosts a Renewal Retreat Weekend where members are invited to spend a weekend learning new skills, interacting with members and fostering good will. Financial support is offered to WDS residents to attend the retreat.
Third-year Resident Sponsorship to WDS Luncheon Meeting
WDS would like to encourage third-year dermatology residents to attend the WDS Luncheon meeting. Sponsorship will assist us in providing this opportunity.
WDS Individual and Regional Networking Receptions
In addition to our main receptions, we would like to reach out individually as WDS members to network with future members on a smaller scale, such as small networking receptions in their homes or one-on-one meetings (lunch or dinner). A grant is needed to facilitate this new outreach program.
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WDS Newsletter
The WDS newsletter is considered to be one of the most valuable benefits of a WDS membership. It is designed to give information that is relevant to our members to enhance both personal and professional growth.
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Unrestricted Educational Grants
These grants are the most appreciated. Funds in this category are used to ensure the success of all WDS programs. These grants are also acknowledged at the Annual Meeting Luncheon.
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Innovative Programs
We invite and challenge sponsors to present new venues and programs for consideration, such as, sponsorship of a WDS toll free phone number, public relations activities, and other special events.
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Diamond Angel
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$200,000 |
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Platinum Angel
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$150,000 |
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Golden Angel
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$125,000 |
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Guardian Angel
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$100,000 |
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Angel
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$50,000 |
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Sustainer
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$25,000 |
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Benefactor
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$15,000 |
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Patron
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$10,000 |
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Sponsor
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$5,000 |
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Contributer
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$1,000 |
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Donor
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$999 |
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February 1-5 2008
66th in San Antonio, TX
March 8, 2009
67th in San Francisco, CA
February 28, 2010
Miami, FL
February 6, 2011
New Orleans, LA |
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June 20-22, 2008
Charleston, SC
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Mentorship - Dermik
The WDS Mentorship Program has been one of the key programs through the years. This program awards residents and junior faculty members the opportunity to develop their professional skills in dermatology by spending time with a mentor. The program was developed to enhance mentoring relationships and leadership potential in candidates.
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Annual and Semi-Annual Networking Receptions - Ortho Neutrogena
The WDS hosts Networking Receptions in conjunction with the American Academy of Dermatology's Annual Meeting in the spring and at the Summer Academy Meeting. It is a wonderful opportunity for members to interact and guests to learn more about the WDS.
Career Development Awards - Galderma
This award provides financial support for members (minimum of 3 years post-residency membership required) to acquire specific new skills to enhance their professional development in dermatology, in medical aspects or financial areas.
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Medical Student Awareness Awards - Stiefel
This new award program, to be initiated in 2005, will give medical students at institutions without dermatology departments, the opportunity to explore the field of dermatology at medical school without dermatology faculty.
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WDS Center - Procter & Gamble
The WDS Center at the AAD Annual Meeting serves as a gathering place for members to conduct professional and social activities. |
The mission of the Women’s Dermatologic Society is to help women in dermatology realize and fulfill their greatest potential by striving to:
- Foster, promote and support women’s issues in dermatology;
- Identify, train, and recognize women leaders in dermatology;
- Provide a forum for developing relationships through mentoring and building of coalitions;
- Provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and research relevant to women’s issues;
- Promote the highest possible standards of ethics, support of research, patient care, patient education and public education.
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Women’s Dermatologic Society
575 Market Street, Suite 2125
San Francisco, CA 94105
Toll-Free: 1-877-WDS-ROSE Tel: 415-927-5727
Fax: 415-927-5726
Email: wds@womensderm.org
www.womensderm.org
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