Innovation Hubs

See below for Availability & Fees

Industry Programs Open: September 22

Program title, speaker list, description, etc. due March 15, 2027

Hub

Availability & Fees

For sponsors looking for a budget friendly presentation option in the ATS 2027 Exhibit Hall, an Innovation Hub presentation is the perfect choice. Innovation Hubs provide an intimate venue for sponsors to create a dynamic interaction with attendees. The sponsor is given the opportunity to do a brief presentation and then engage the audience with a challenge or question to prompt discussion. The discussion allows attendees to interact with both the presenter and each other for a richer educational experience.

Available Sunday through Tuesday, this learning experience consists of rapid fire sessions of 20-30 minutes, led by subject-matter experts from industry.

 SundayMonday

Hubs
Capacity: 35

10:45 - 11:15 a.m. - $9,000
11:15 - 11:45 a.m. - $9,000
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. - $6,000
12:05 - 12:25 p.m. - $6,000
12:25 - 12:45 p.m. - $6,000
12:45 - 1:05 p.m. - $6,000
1:05 - 1:25 p.m. - $6,000
1:25 - 1:45 p.m. - $6,000
1:45 - 2:15 p.m. - $9,000
2:15 - 2:45 p.m. - $9,000		10:45 - 11:15 a.m. - $8,000
11:15 - 11:45 a.m. - $8,000
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. - $5,000
12:05 - 12:25 p.m. - $5,000
12:25 - 12:45 p.m. - $5,000
12:45 - 1:05 p.m. - $5,000
1:05 - 1:25 p.m. - $5,000
1:25 - 1:45 p.m. - $5,000
1:45 - 2:15 p.m. - $8,000
2:15 - 2:45 p.m. - $8,000
  • Innovation Hubs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. A sponsor will be assigned a maximum of five programs initially with a possibility of one additional program, based on availability.
  • Innovation Hubs are 20-30 minute programs from 11:45 AM – 2:45 PM in the Exhibit Hall. Please be courteous and adhere to the allotted time. Programs running long risk having their sound system turned off.
  • Each Innovation Hub seats 35 people with standing room around the perimeter of the space.
  • Programs offering CME/CE/MOC credit are not permitted . The use of any space within the convention center that is affiliated with the Innovation Hub should support conference activities, and cannot be used in combination with developing CME/CE Material or any form of Professional Credit.
  • A standard A/V package comprised of monitor, speakers, wireless microphone, and laptop computer is furnished by the ATS.
  • Listing on pre-conference and onsite marketing materials, including the ATS 2027 Schedule at a Glance, ATS Conference News site, ATS provided signage, Conference mobile app
  • Dedicated industry program page on the ATS Conference News site
  • Recognition in the ATS 2027 social media marketing
  • Recognition in an email highlighting the industry programs
  • Complimentary one-time use of the ATS 2027 Attendee List Rental
  1. Online application opens Oct. 6.
  2. Applicants select the top five choices for day and time during the application process.
  3. All applications are processed in order of receipt and placed by the ATS within five weeks of submission.
  4. All placed applicants receive details of placement and deadlines for completing the contract and downloading the invoice. Contracts are due 30 days after receipt.
  5. Full Payment is due February 6, 2027. Programs are non-refundable after this date. A deposit is not required, but a $500 cancellation fee is incurred for any program cancelled after receipt of signed contract.
  6. Program title, speaker list, description, etc. due March 28, 2027.
 SundayMonday

Hubs
Capacity: 35

10:45 - 11:15 a.m. - $9,000
11:15 - 11:45 a.m. - $9,000
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. - $6,000
12:05 - 12:25 p.m. - $6,000
12:25 - 12:45 p.m. - $6,000
12:45 - 1:05 p.m. - $6,000
1:05 - 1:25 p.m. - $6,000
1:25 - 1:45 p.m. - $6,000
1:45 - 2:15 p.m. - $9,000
2:15 - 2:45 p.m. - $9,000		10:45 - 11:15 a.m. - $8,000
11:15 - 11:45 a.m. - $8,000
11:45 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. - $5,000
12:05 - 12:25 p.m. - $5,000
12:25 - 12:45 p.m. - $5,000
12:45 - 1:05 p.m. - $5,000
1:05 - 1:25 p.m. - $5,000
1:25 - 1:45 p.m. - $5,000
1:45 - 2:15 p.m. - $8,000
2:15 - 2:45 p.m. - $8,000
  • Innovation Hubs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. A sponsor will be assigned a maximum of five programs initially with a possibility of one additional program, based on availability.
  • Innovation Hubs are 20-30 minute programs from 11:45 AM – 2:45 PM in the Exhibit Hall. Please be courteous and adhere to the allotted time. Programs running long risk having their sound system turned off.
  • Each Innovation Hub seats 35 people with standing room around the perimeter of the space.
  • Programs offering CME/CE/MOC credit are not permitted . The use of any space within the convention center that is affiliated with the Innovation Hub should support conference activities, and cannot be used in combination with developing CME/CE Material or any form of Professional Credit.
  • A standard A/V package comprised of monitor, speakers, wireless microphone, and laptop computer is furnished by the ATS.
  • Listing on pre-conference and onsite marketing materials, including the ATS 2027 Schedule at a Glance, ATS Conference News site, ATS provided signage, Conference mobile app
  • Dedicated industry program page on the ATS Conference News site
  • Recognition in the ATS 2027 social media marketing
  • Recognition in an email highlighting the industry programs
  • Complimentary one-time use of the ATS 2027 Attendee List Rental
  1. Online application opens Oct. 6.
  2. Applicants select the top five choices for day and time during the application process.
  3. All applications are processed in order of receipt and placed by the ATS within five weeks of submission.
  4. All placed applicants receive details of placement and deadlines for completing the contract and downloading the invoice. Contracts are due 30 days after receipt.
  5. Full Payment is due February 6, 2027. Programs are non-refundable after this date. A deposit is not required, but a $500 cancellation fee is incurred for any program cancelled after receipt of signed contract.
  6. Program title, speaker list, description, etc. due March 28, 2027.

Questions? Contact the Industry Support Team

SPONSORSHIPS & INDUSTRY PROGRAMS
Meredith Smalstig
Associate Director, Sponsorships & Industry Programs
msmalstig@thoracic.org 
INDUSTRY OPERATIONS
Aleshia Ward, CEM
Senior Manager, Industry Operations
award@thoracic.org