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Invitation to sponsor
On behalf of the APP Organising Committee, I am delighted to invite you to join us for the 2026 Australasian Pharmacy Professional Conference and Trade Exhibition (APP2026), scheduled for 12-14 March on the Gold Coast.
As the largest pharmacy conference in the southern hemisphere, APP brings together up to 7,000 proprietors, pharmacists, interns, students, pharmacy assistants, and industry professionals each year for unparalleled networking, upskilling, and professional development opportunities.
Held annually on the Gold Coast in March, the conference offers exceptional promotional and marketing opportunities for organisations targeting decision-makers in Australian community pharmacies. APP sponsorships and exhibition spaces are highly coveted by companies both in Australia and internationally, often selling out months in advance.
With a range of sponsorship packages available, APP provides a significant return on investment for organisations of all sizes. Participating in the event is an excellent way to enhance the visibility of your products or services and gain a competitive edge.
The following pages detail the benefits of participating and the opportunities available for your organisation.
Please note as per the 2025 conference, APP2026 will conclude on Saturday with the renowned APP Street Party. Trade exhibition hours will once again be extended on Friday and Saturday to give delegates more time to explore the exhibition.
I welcome the opportunity to discuss the various sponsorship packages with you.
Please feel free to contact me with any queries. I look forward to working with you to maximise your investment in APP2026.
Kos Sclavos AM Chairman Kos.sclavos@guild.org.au
0415 879 830
Why APP?
Largest
Pharmacy conference and trade exhibition in the southern hemisphere!
to key decision makers!
138,000+ website hits annually Over 7500 attendees
Conduct
market research and gain valuable feedback
Showcase
to key decision makers!
Grow your existing database and strengthen customer relationships
Drive your brand awareness
78%
exhibitor return rate
audience - APP draws delegates from Australia, New Zealand and other countries
20,000+ contacts in eDM database @
33% of attendees are new to APP each year
APP attendees
- Pharmacists
- Pharmacy owners
- Intern pharmacists
- Pharmacy assistants and retail managers
- Pharmacy students and new graduates
- Pharmacy industry service providers
- Educators
- Government officials and representatives
- Pharmacy trade press
- Other pharmaceutical and health-related industry professionals
NB: As the APP audience consists of non-pharmacists/consumers, all advertising materials for therapeutic goods at APP must comply with the Therapeutic Goods Advertising Code under the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 and any other relevant codes and regulations. Promotional materials include conference sessions, company bios promoted on the mobile app, pre-conference promotion, conference promotional materials including the conference website, trade exhibition displays and other event activities including the online exhibitor directory.
Key dates for APP
Testimonials
Don’t just take our word for why APP could be business-changing for your organisation. This is what our existing exhibitors and sponsors have to say about it:
“We had a fantastic experience at APP2025, exhibiting for the first time at this event. Thank you to the organisers for delivering such a well-run and high-energy event. It was amazing to see so many engaged and enthusiastic visitors—eager to learn more about our brand and products and connect with us. The energy and excitement from attendees made an impact, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a premier event in the pharmacy industry. We’re already looking forward to the next one!”
Mazz Gencer General Manager, Touch Biotechnology
“Our company has been an exhibitor at the APP conferences for 3 years now. Each year, we learn more about new innovations and the direction of where the industry is heading. It’s not only an opportunity to generate new leads, but an opportunity to build relationships with other like-minded companies. As a small start-up company that attended our first APP 3 years ago, the APP conferences have proven to boost our growth and credibility within the industry.”
Ash Moradian MClient Relations, Compound Direct
“APP is undoubtedly a ‘must-go’ event in the pharmacy industry; it’s an opportunity to engage, interact, collaborate, and network with pharmacist owners, staff, and industry experts from around the nation, all under one roof!”
Gary McCaw
Head of Pharmacy & Hospital AU, Teva Pharma
Clinical pharmacy or product update session sponsor
$13,400 INC GST (30mins)
When: Thursday 12 March to Saturday 14 March | Where: Meeting Rooms 5&6
These sessions provide a valuable platform for sponsors to showcase their clinical developments or product updates. Sessions are professionally recorded, with a copy of the recording provided to sponsors post event for promotional or educational purposes.
Sessions in this stream will be categorised as one of the following:
1. Clinical Pharmacy Updates – these sessions should be an update on a particular disease state and ideally be presented by an expert in the given field. OR
2. Product Updates – these sessions provide an update on existing pharmacy products or the introduction of a product new to the market.
Please select your preferred session date and time from the program on pages 20-23.
Feedback from delegates and the APP Program Committee indicate that new and innovative topics are sought after by the APP audience. If you are a previous sponsor, please consider a different topic from previous years to keep the content fresh and appealing.
Package overview
Sponsorship of a 30 minute Clinical Pharmacy or Product Update, including topic and speaker selection (to be approved by the APP Program Committee).
NB: APP will offer all speakers a complimentary Day Registration for the day on which they are speaking (this can be upgraded to a full registration for a subsidised fee). All other speaker costs are to be covered by the sponsor
Marketing benefits
Pre-conference
Logo acknowledgement as a Session Sponsor on all promotional material, as outlined below:
- Pharmacy magazine advertisements
- APP website
- Conference eDMs
- Conference program
Onsite
- Logo acknowledgement on onsite signage and in conference sessions
- Company logo & overview included in the conference mobile app
Post-conference
- Logo acknowledgement on the Conference Wrap Video
Registration entitlements
- Two (2) complimentary APP2026 Full Registrations including a ticket to the APP Street Party
CPD accreditation of clincial sessions is highly recommended. If you would like to apply for CPD accreditation for your session, we suggest discussing this with any potential speaker prior to their engagement.
Business session sponsor
$13,400 INC GST (30mins)
When: Saturday 14 March | Where: Arena 1A or Meeting Rooms 7&8
These sessions provide a valuable platform for sponsors to showcase their organisation’s business services. Business Sessions will be held in Arena 1A or Meeting Rooms 7&8, depending on which time the session is scheduled. Sessions are professionally recorded, with a copy of the recording provided to sponsors post event for promotional or educational purposes.
Package overview
Sponsorship of a 30 minute Business Session, including topic and speaker selection (to be approved by the APP Program Committee). Refer to the program on pages 20-23 for available times.
NB: APP will offer all speakers a complimentary Day Registration for the day on which they are speaking (this can be upgraded to a full registration for a subsidised fee). All other speaker costs are to be covered by the sponsor.
Marketing benefits
Pre-conference
Logo acknowledgement as a Session Sponsor on all promotional material, as outlined below:
- Pharmacy magazine advertisements
- APP website
- Conference eDMs
- Conference program
Onsite
- Logo acknowledgement on onsite signage and in conference sessions
- Company logo and overview included in the conference mobile app
Post-conference
- Logo acknowledgement on the Conference Wrap Video
Registration entitlements
- Two (2) complimentary APP2026 Full Registrations including a ticket to the APP Street Party
APP street party co-sponsor
$11,500 INC GST
Saturday 14 March | 7.00pm – midnight | Event Centre, The Star Gold Coast
This stand-up event features two main entertainment arenas and will include musical and theatrical performances in line with the APP2026 Street Party theme. The Street Party is attended by up to 1,500 guests. The Street Party co-sponsors are Guild Insurance and Glucojel.
Marketing benefits
Pre-conference
Logo acknowledgement as a Supporting Sponsor on all promotional material, as outlined below:
- Pharmacy magazine advertisements
- APP website
- Conference eBulletins
- Conference program
Onsite
- Logo acknowledgment on onsite signage at GCCEC and at the Street Party
- Opportunity to provide product samples or marketing collateral at the Street Party
- Opportunity to play a short promotional video at the Street Party (video production costs to be covered by the sponsor)
- Company logo and overview included in the conference mobile app
Post-conference
- Logo acknowledgement on the Conference Wrap Video
Registration entitlements
- Two (2) complimentary APP2026 Full Registrations including a ticket to the APP Street Party
- Eight (8) APP Street Party tickets
Welcome reception sponsor
$10,400 INC GST
Thursday 12 March | 5.30pm – 8.30pm | Trade Exhibition Area, GCCEC
The Welcome Reception is the networking focal point of APP and allows delegates to catch up with colleagues and meet with suppliers in a relaxed environment. Entertainment is provided at this function and a buffet dinner and drinks are served.
The Welcome Reception is attended by up to 2,500 guests. This is an exclusive sponsorship.
Marketing benefits
Pre-conference
Logo acknowledgement as a Supporting Sponsor on all promotional material, as outlined below:
- Pharmacy magazine advertisements
- APP website
- Conference eDMs
- Conference program
Onsite
- Logo acknowledgement on onsite signage
- Opportunity to distribute promotional materials to guests entering the function
- Opportunity to provide branded napkins for the function
- Opportunity to display a short video (2 – 3 minutes in duration) in the session directly proceeding the function
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Post-conference
- Logo acknowledgement on the Conference Wrap Video
Registration entitlements
- Two (2) complimentary APP2026 Full Registrations including a ticket to the APP Street Party
Happy hour sponsor
$8,800 INC GST
Friday 13 March | 5.30pm – 6.30pm | Trade Exhibition Area, GCCEC
Following on from the success of the Happy Hour in 2025, the 2026 trade exhibition opening hours will also be extended on Friday afternoon to allow delegates time to view the trade exhibition after sessions have finished for the day. A happy hour will be held from 5.30pm – 6.30pm to encourage attendance during these hours and to provide another networking opportunity within the trade exhibition.
Package overview
Acknowledgement as sponsor of the APP2026 Happy Hour on all promotional materials.
Marketing benefits
Pre-conference
Logo acknowledgement as a Supporting Sponsor on all promotional material, as outlined below:
- Pharmacy magazine advertisements
- APP website
- Conference eDMs
- Conference program
Onsite
- Onsite signage
- Company logo and overview included in conference mobile app
Post-Conference
- Logo acknowledgement on the Conference Wrap Video
Registration entitlements
- One (1) complimentary APP2026 Full Registration including a ticket to the APP Street Party
APP lunch marquee sponsor
$12,700 INC GST
Thursday to Saturday
The APP Lunch Marquee is open to APP delegates and trade exhibitors from Thursday to Saturday. This is a great opportunity to promote your brand to the entire APP delegation over three days of the event.
Package overview
Naming rights to the APP Lunch Marquee from Thursday to Saturday.
Marketing benefits
Pre-conference
Logo acknowledgement as a Supporting Sponsor on all promotional material, as outlined below:
- Pharmacy magazine advertisements
- APP website
- Conference eDMs
- Conference program
Onsite
- Naming rights to the APP Lunch Marquee
- Opportunity to display banners, distribute promotional material and to brand the marquee (at sponsors cost)
- Logo acknowledgement on onsite signage
- Company logo and overview included in the conference mobile app
Post-conference
- Logo acknowledgement on the Conference Wrap Video
Registration entitlements
- Two (2) complimentary APP2026 Full Registrations including a ticket to the APP Street Party
Conference mobile app sponsor
$9,900 INC GST
Package overview
Sponsorship of the APP2026 mobile app, which is accessible on iPhones, iPads and Android mobile phones.
Marketing benefits
Pre-conference
Logo acknowledgement as a Supporting Sponsor on all promotional material, as outlined below:
- Pharmacy magazine advertisements
- APP website
- Conference eDMs
- Conference program
Onsite
- Supplied banner on each page of the mobile app
- Logo acknowledgement on onsite signage
- 2 x push notifications sent during the conference (content to be approved by APP Events team)
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Post-conference
- Logo acknowledgement on the Conference Wrap Video
Registration entitlements
- Two (2) complimentary APP2026 Full Registrations including a ticket to the APP Street Party
Name badge collection station sponsor
$9,900 INC GST
Package overview
The name badge collection station is the central registration hub of APP, where all delegates must visit to collect their name badge, lanyard and other event materials.
Marketing benefits
Pre-conference
Logo acknowledgement as a Supporting Sponsor on all promotional material, as outlined below:
- Pharmacy magazine advertisements
- APP website
- Conference eDMs
- Conference program
Onsite
- Naming rights to the name badge collection station
- Logo acknowledgement on the name badge collection station (placement at discretion of APP Events Team)
- Logo acknowledgement on floor decals in the Name Badge Collection Station area
- Sponsor branding on registration staff t-shirts (one colour print, logo only)
- Company logo and overview included in the conference mobile app
Post-conference
- Logo acknowledgement on the Conference Wrap Video
Registration entitlements
- Two (2) complimentary APP2026 Full Registrations including a ticket to the APP Street Party
Lounge sponsor
$8,800 INC GST
The lounge is located in the trade exhibition area, opposite stands #281 & 282 (see floor plan on page 24). The lounge provides the perfect space for trade exhibition attendees to take a rest between trade stand visits and to catch up with fellow delegates.
Package overview
Naming rights to the lounge area, which will be acknowledged on lounge area signage. Furniture and basic signage costs will be covered by APP. The opportunity to theme or upgrade the signage and branding opportunities to be covered by the sponsor at an additional cost (please discuss these opportunities with the APP Event Manager).
Marketing benefits
Pre-conference
- Logo acknowledgement as a Supporting Sponsor on all promotional materials including the conference website, trade media advertisements, social media advertising and conference eDMs
Onsite
- Logo acknowledgement on the Lounge area signage
- Opportunity to display one banner and include one small product display (to be discussed and approved by the APP Event Manager).
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Post-conference
- Logo acknowledgement on the Conference Wrap Video
Registration entitlements
- One (1) complimentary APP2026 Full Registration including a ticket to the APP Street Party
Pamper lounge (hairstyling) sponsor
$6,900 INC GST
The Hairstyling area will be located near the lounge area in Hall 4 (see floor plan page 24) and will be open at the following times:
DATE TIME
Thursday 12 March 2026 5.30pm - 8.30pm (Welcome Reception)
Friday 13 March 2026 9.00am - 6.30pm
Saturday 14 March 2026 9.00am - 4.00pm
Package overview
Opportunity to sponsor the ‘Hairstyling Pamper Lounge’. Two hairdressers will be available to provide hair styling services for APP delegates during the times listed above (costs are covered by APP).
Marketing benefits
Onsite
- Logo acknowledgement on the ‘Hairstyling Pamper Lounge’ area signage
- Opportunity to provide branded t-shirts for hairdressers to wear (at sponsor’s expense)
- Opportunity for company representatives (maximum of two) to man the space
- Opportunity to display one banner and include one small product display
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Registration entitlements
- One (1) complimentary APP2026 Full Registration including a ticket to the APP Street Party
Pamper lounge (makeup) sponsor
$6,900 INC GST
The Makeup area will be located near the lounge area in Hall 4 (see floor plan, page 24) and will be open at the following times:
DATE TIME
Thursday 12 March 2026 5.30pm - 8.30pm (Welcome Reception)
Friday 13 March 2026 9.00am - 6.30pm
Saturday 14 March 2026 9.00am - 4.00pm
Package overview
Opportunity to sponsor the ‘Makeup Pamper Lounge’. Two makeup artists will be available to provide makeup services for APP delegates during the times listed above (costs are covered by APP).
Marketing benefits Onsite
- Logo acknowledgement on the ‘Makeup Pamper Lounge’ area signage
- Opportunity to provide branded t-shirts for makeup artists to wear (at sponsor’s expense)
- Opportunity for company representatives (maximum of two) to man the space
- Opportunity to display one banner and include one small product display
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Registration entitlements
- One (1) complimentary APP2026 Full Registration including a ticket to the APP Street Party
Pamper lounge (massage) sponsor
$6,900 INC GST
The Massage area will be located near the lounge area in Hall 4 (see floor plan, page 24) and will be open at the following times:
Online session platform sponsor
$6,600 INC GST
Where permission is granted by the speaker, APP sessions are professionally recorded and made available to delegates post-event on a session recording content platform. In 2025, this platform received 3,800 views.
Thursday 12 March 2026 5.30pm - 8.30pm (Welcome Reception) Friday 13 March 2026 9.00am - 6.30pm Saturday 14 March 2026 9.00am - 4.00pm
Package overview
Opportunity to sponsor the ‘Massage Pamper Lounge’. Two masseuses will be available to provide massage services for APP delegates during the times listed above (costs are covered by APP).
Marketing benefits
Onsite
- Logo acknowledgement on the ‘Massage Pamper Lounge’ area signage
- Opportunity to provide branded t-shirts for massage therapists to wear (at sponsor’s expense)
- Opportunity for company representatives (maximum of two) to man the space
- Opportunity to display one banner and include one small product display
- Company logo and overview included in conference mobile app
Registration entitlements
- One (1) complimentary APP2026 Full Registration including a ticket to the APP Street Party
Package overview
Acknowledgement as sponsor of the online session recording platform.
Marketing benefits
Pre-conference
Logo acknowledgement as a Supporting Sponsor on all promotional material, as outlined below:
- APP website
- Conference eBulletins
- Conference program
Onsite
- Logo acknowledgement on onsite signage and in conference sessions
- Company logo and overview included in the conference mobile app
Post-Conference
- Logo acknowledgement in the head banner on each page of the APP2026 session recording platform
- Logo acknowledgement on the Conference Wrap Video
- Logo acknowledgement on post conference edm sent to all delegate
Registration entitlements
- One (1) complimentary APP2026 Full Registration including a ticket to the APP Street Party
Meeting pod sponsor
$6,600 INC GST
The meeting pods (2 x double pods) will be located in the ground floor and level 1 foyer areas of GCCEC. These will be available for exhibitors and delegates to use for the duration of the conference.
Package overview
Naming rights to the meeting pods.
Marketing benefits
Onsite
- Meeting pods branded with your company logo
- Opportunity to display a pull up banner inside each meeting pod (at the sponsor’s expense)
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Barista station sponsor (3 opportunities)
$6,500 INC GST
The barista stations will be located in the foyer areas of the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre (refer to the floor plan on page 24 for locations). The stations will be open from 8.00am until the end of afternoon tea from Thursday to Saturday.
Package overview
Naming rights to a barista station.
Marketing benefits
Onsite
- Opportunity to display a banner at the barista station
- Opportunity to provide branded t-shirts for barista staff to wear (at sponsor’s expense)
- Opportunity to provide branded takeaway or keep cups (at sponsor’s expense)
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Escalator signage sponsorship
$6,500 INC GST
Escalator advertising offers a unique opportunity for brand exposure to APP delegates.
Package overview
Company branding on the glass banisters of the escalators, which operate between the ground floor and level 1 of GCCEC.
Marketing benefits
Onsite
- Sponsor branding on the escalator glass banister
- Company logo & overview included in the conference mobile app
Refreshment break sponsor
$5,800 INC GST
This sponsorship provides exposure for your brand during each morning and afternoon break from Thursday to Saturday.
Package overview
Naming rights to the Refreshment Break stations.
Marketing benefits
Onsite
- Opportunity to provide banners for placement at each catering station (sponsor to provide)
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Hydration station sponsor
$5,500 INC GST
Two hydration stations will be located in the trade exhibition area and will allow APP delegates to refill water bottles during the event.
Bathroom advertising sponsor
$4,700 INC GST
There are 10 male and female bathrooms located throughout the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity to advertise to a captive audience during the event.
Package overview
Acknowledgement as sponsor of the Hydration Stations, which will be located in the trade exhibition area.
Marketing benefits
Onsite
- Sponsor branding on the refillable water stations
- Company logo & overview included in the conference mobile app
Marketing benefits
Onsite
- Opportunity to place advertising on the back of toilet cubicle doors and provide product samples in bathrooms at the conference venue from Thursday to Saturday
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Recharge station sponsor
$3,500 INC GST
The recharge station allows APP delegates to recharge their mobile phones and other devices with portable battery packs.
Package overview
Naming rights to 2x Recharge Stations located in the foyer spaces at GCCEC.
Marketing benefits
Onsite
- Recharge station branded with your company logo
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Daily highlights eDM sponsor (3 opportunities)
$3,300 INC
GST
At the end of each day during APP (Thursday – Saturday), a daily highlights email will be distributed to all attendees.
Marketing benefits
Onsite
- Logo acknowledgement in one daily edition of the Daily Highlights eDM heading banner
- Opportunity to provide an eDM banner with a customised link
- Company logo & overview included in conference mobile app
Program schedule
Thursday 12 March 2026
Program schedule
Program schedule
Friday 13 March 2026 3.30pm
Saturday 14 March 2026
Program schedule
Saturday 14 March 2026
APP2026 Trade Exhibition opening hours:
Thursday 12 March 10.30am - 6.00pm (Foyer stands only, #F1 - #F35) 5.30pm - 8.30pm Welcome Reception (inside trade halls)
Friday 13 March 9.00am - 6.30pm (All stands open)
Saturday 14 March 9.00am - 4.00pm (All stands open)
12-14 March 2026
FLOOR PLAN LEGEND
Meet the APP conference team
Kos Sclavos
APP Chairman
kos.sclavos@qldguild.org.au
07 3831 3788 / 0415 879 830
Kos was National President of The Pharmacy Guild of Australia from 2005 to 2013. He was the driving force behind many industry initiatives, including eHealth developments and many of the new Fifth Agreement programs. Prior to his national presidency, Kos spent nine years as the Queensland Guild Branch President and six years as National President of the Australian Institute of Pharmacy Management. In 1999 he was awarded the PSA Young Pharmacist of the Year Award and in July 2008 was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Griffith University. Kos has organised more than 20 APP events and is always the first on the dance floor at the Saturday night event.
Sally Taylor
Events Coordinator
sally.taylor@qldguild.org.au
07 3144 3626
Sally is the Events Coordinator for The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, Queensland. Sally is a highly experienced events professional with over 17 years’ experience organising corporate and public events both in Australia and overseas. Sally works with the Event Manager in the planning and delivery of some of the most recognised pharmacy conferences in Australia, APP, Pharmacy Assistant National Conference and Pharmacy Connect.
With an extensive career in events, her previous positions saw her working with the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Moreton Hire and the University of Queensland. Sally also spent time working in London on corporate events all over the globe. Sally enjoys the great outdoors and travelling with her family, and although well-travelled she still has many more destinations on the list.
Emma Fernance
Events Manager
emma.fernance@qldguild.org.au
07 3144 3606
Emma is the Events Manager for The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, Queensland, a position she has held since September 2006. As the Events Manager, Emma is responsible for the delivery of quality national pharmacy industry events for The Pharmacy Guild, including Australia’s largest pharmacy conference and exhibition, APP, Pharmacy Connect and the Pharmacy
Assistant National Conference. During her tenure at The Pharmacy Guild, Emma has been paramount in growing the size and scope of the events she manages.
Prior to joining The Pharmacy Guild, Emma worked as an Events Manager for event consultancies in Brisbane and Sydney, and was a Senior Conference Organiser for the Royal Society of Medicine (London), one of the UK’s major providers of postgraduate medical education. Emma is a self-proclaimed exercise junkie who enjoys running and playing hockey.
Brianne Woodward
Events Coordinator
brianne.woodward@qldguild.org.au
07 3144 3629
Brianne is the Events Coordinator for The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, Queensland and is responsile for the registrations of The Pharmacy Guild events. Brianne has previous experience in events and marketing at international health care companies. In her spare time, Brianne enjoys health and fitness, going to the beach and camping.
