29th annual conference packet

Na onal Federa on of Families for Children’s Mental Health Hyatt Regency Houston

Houston, Texas

Annual Conference

November 1 - 3, 2018

Children’s Mental Health Ma ers

Visit Us at www.ffcmh.org

The only na onal conference dedicated solely to issues that impact children, youth and young adults with behavioral health challenges and their families. Our conference focus is inclusive of children and youth who experience complex diagnos c challenges.

About the Conference Did you know that 1 in 5 children in America experience social, emo onal and behavioral challenges? One undisputed constant in our society is that all children who survive childhood and adolescence will become adults. For children who experience untreated behavioral health disorders, this typically results in adults who con nue to struggle with symptoms, who become parents and who perpetuate this cycle. The impact of this reoccurring cycle is felt throughout our society.

For almost 30 years, the Na onal Federa on of Families for Children’s Mental Health has been the na onwide advocacy organiza on with families as its sole focus, playing an important role in helping children, youth and their families whose lives are impacted by mental health challenges. This important work is supported largely by generous donors like you who contribute to our cause.

The Na onal Federa on's Annual Conference is the premier event for children and youth with mental health challenges and their families. Each year it brings family members, young adults, and professionals together in a se ng that is safe and free from s gma and that celebrates the gi s and successes of children and youth. Our annual conference generates a large amount of discussion on current issues and trends pertaining to children's mental health, from the perspec ve of a family‐ driven and youth‐guided approach.

Our 29th Annual Conference will feature many great workshops and speakers this year, joining hundreds of mental health advocates and professionals from across the na on as we work to educate and empower children, youth, and families!

Our conference offers professionals and families opportuni es to: • Improve policy and enhance prac ces for children and youth who have or are at risk of experiencing behavioral health challenges.

• Acquire skills and strategies that will improve outcomes for children and youth with behavioral health challenges.

• Gain knowledge of best prac ces and latest research in children’s mental health and related fields.

• Enrich understanding of different perspec ves and common goals in support of all children, youth and families.

Who Should A end?

Parents & Caregivers, Youth & Young Adults, Social Workers, Psychologists, Special Educa on & Classroom Teachers, Therapists, Nurses, Pediatricians, Counselors, Correc ons Workers, School Administrators, Early Childhood Professionals

Learn more at www.ffcmh.org/conference

What You Need to Know The annual conference is a dynamic event full of valuable opportuni es to learn, connect or gain exposure for all who a end. Below are some basic facts about the event for sponsors, exhibitors, presenters and a endees.

Typically, the annual conference: 

Is a ended by 600 to 1,000 people

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Draws representa ves from 30 to 40 of the United States, Guam and Canada

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Draws representa ves from 40 to 50 Federa on of Families affiliates/chapters

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Features 150+ speakers

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Offers over 85 breakout sessions

Frequently Asked Ques ons Q: How do I register?

A: Registra on can be completed online, here.

Q: What is the cost to a end?

A: Costs vary for a endees, exhibitors and sponsors. Learn more here.

Q: What is included in my registra on?

A: Coffee, snacks, lunch and a networking dinner on Saturday.

Q: What are the exhibitor hours?

A: 10:00am‐5:00pm on Thursday, 8:00am‐5:00pm Friday and Saturday (Set up is 8:00‐10:00am Thursday.)

Q: What is the deadline for early registra on?

A: September 30th, 2018 Q: How many exhibitors par cipate each year?

A: Exhibitor tables range from 30 to 50 depending on space limita ons of the venue.

For addi onal informa on, please visit our conference website FAQ sec on here.

Learn more at www.ffcmh.org/conference

3‐DAY REGISTRATION Three‐day registra on allows you to a end the full conference, including any pre‐conference sessions.

PRESENTER REGISTRATION Presenter registra on is the discounted rate for the conference presenters and co‐ presenters. Conference registra on is required for all presenters.

EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION Exhibitor registra on is the discounted rate for the conference exhibitors that wish to a end the full conference in addi on to exhibi ng at the conference. The exhibitor fee is separate from the registra on.

CHAPTER & STATE ORGANIZATIONS As a member benefit, the fee for an exhibitor table is waived for Federa on chapters. For more informa on about becoming a an affiliate organiza on, please contact us at mcovington@ffcmh.org.

PAYMENT METHOD All registra ons must be completed online. Payment methods include credit card, purchase order, check and cash/check at the door.

Registra on Fees

Early Bird Discount Register By Sept. 30, 2018

A er Sept. 30, 2018

3‐Day Registra on

$575

$625

Exhibitor Registra on

$400

$500

Visit us at www.ffcmh.org/conference

The Na onal Federa on of Families for Children’s Mental Health will be hos ng its 29th Annual Conference in Houston, Texas. We will be welcoming hundreds of key researchers, administrators, policymakers, family members, youth, clinicians and other stakeholders across the na on.

DIAMOND $10,000

 Exhibitor table  Acknowledgement during opening remarks  4 conference registra ons  Logo on signage  Logo on conference website

 Logo on conference app  Include approved materials in conference bags  Corporate descrip on on conference website  Pre‐conference e‐blast blurb

PLATINUM $7,500

 Exhibitor table  Acknowledgement during opening remarks  3 conference registra ons  Logo on signage  Logo on conference website

 Logo on conference app  Include approved materials in conference bags  Corporate descrip on on conference website  Pre‐conference e‐blast blurb

GOLD $5,000

 Exhibitor table  Acknowledgement during opening remarks  2 conference registra ons  Logo on signage  Logo on conference website

 Logo on conference app  Include approved materials in conference bags  Corporate descrip on on conference website  Pre‐conference e‐blast blurb

SILVER $2,500

 Exhibitor table  Acknowledgement during opening remarks  1 conference registra on  Logo on signage

 Logo on conference website  Logo on conference app  Corporate descrip on on conference website  Pre‐conference e‐blast blurb

EMERALD $1,500

We invite you to establish your company as a mental health leader by securing your sponsorship at this year’s Na onal Federa on of Families for Children’s Mental Health’s 29th Annual Conference.

As your trusted partner, the Na onal Federa on of Families for Children’s Mental Health provides sponsors with numerous opportuni es to increase brand visibility, establish thought leadership, and directly access hundreds of poten al customers and strategic partners. We work relessly to ensure that our sponsors’ business goals are being met.

 Acknowledgement during opening remarks  1 50% discounted registra on  Logo on signage

 Logo on conference website  Logo on conference app  Pre‐conference e‐blast blurb

Na onal Federa on of Families for Children’s Mental Health

Help support the work of the Na onal Federa on while receiving great exposure by reserving an exhibit table at the 29th Annual Conference. Your booth will be visited by over 1,000 family advocacy and child mental health leaders from across the na on. Space is limited!

Exhibitors receive a registra on discount if you wish to a end the conference, in addi on to exhibi ng, to par cipate in workshops and take advantage of networking opportuni es at the meal func ons. A maximum of two discounted exhibitor a endance rate passes are allowed for each exhibit table purchased.

Our chapter and state organiza on members of the Na onal Federa on of Families for Children’s Mental Health enjoy great savings as well.

REGULAR EXHIBITOR

Early Bird $400 (before August 31st)

Regular $500

CHAPTER EXHIBITOR

Free Exhibitor Table (before September 30th)

 Exhibitor table  Exhibi on hours:  10:00am‐5:00pm Thursday  8:00am‐5:00pm Friday and Saturday  Logo on conference website  Logo in conference program  Lunch for up to 2 exhibitors (Saturday)  Exhibitor table  Exhibi on hours:  10:00am‐5:00pm Thursday  8:00am‐5:00pm Friday and Saturday  Must be a state organiza on or chapter member of the Na onal Federa on of Families

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Na onal Federa on of Families for Children’s Mental Health would like to thank our 29th Annual Conference sponsors for their generous support and contribu ons. If you have any ques ons or would like more informa on about becoming a sponsor or a ending this year’s conference, please contact us at conference@ffcmh.org.

Children’s Mental Health Ma ers

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