Become a Partner at the 2026 STFM Annual Spring Conference

Only 15 Opportunities Available – Secure Your Spot Today!

📅 When: May 2–6, 2026

📍 Where: Marriott New Orleans Hotel, New Orleans, LA

👥 Who: Nearly 1600 passionate family medicine professionals

Why Partner With STFM?

Join us for the most dynamic gathering of family medicine educators in the country! The STFM Annual Spring Conference is more than an exhibit—it's a relationship-driven, high-visibility opportunity where your brand becomes part of the conversation.

✔️ Be One of Only 15 Partners

This exclusive opportunity ensures you’re not lost in a sea of vendors. You’ll be front and center in the main conference area, where the action happens.

✔️ Build Real Relationships

You’ll receive a badge to attend sessions and social events alongside attendees—no exhibit hall isolation here.

✔️ High-Impact Visibility

Showcase your brand to nearly 1600 leaders in family medicine, including:

  • MDs, DOs, and PhDs
  • Residents and students
  • Nurses, PAs, PharmDs, and behavioral science professionals
  • Faculty, administrators, and decision-makers

🌟 What You Get as a 2026 Conference Partner

💼 Premium Presence

  • One (1) 6’x30” display table in a high-traffic area
  • Electricity and WiFi provided
  • Recognition on event signage

🌐 Website and Email Exposure

  • Logo placement with link on the conference website
  • Logo and link in a promotional email to all registrants (~2 weeks pre-event)
  • Listing in the conference mobile app with a clickable link

📄 Pre-Event and On-site Promotion

  • Featured in a “Partner Handout” PDF (emailed to all attendees)
  • Social media recognition (Facebook & X)
  • Lead-capturing features (NEW):
    • Capture leads during the event
    • Curate your company profile page
    • Add custom lead capture questions

📬 Direct Contact Opportunities

  • One-time use of attendee mailing labels (mail piece must be pre-approved)
  • Attendee list emailed 1 week before the conference (postal use only; email not permitted)

🎟️ Conference Access

  • One (1) full registration (includes sessions, meals, and all events)
  • Up to two (2) additional badges for on-site support staff (no session access)

💰 Partnership Fee: $5,000

📆 Deadline: Full payment must be received by January 31, 2026

⚠️ Partnership fees are not deductible as charitable contributions but may qualify as a business expense. Please consult your tax advisor.

💡 About the Conference

The STFM Annual Spring Conference is the nation’s leading networking forum for family medicine education. With more than 600 sessions, this event provides unmatched opportunities to share ideas, develop skills, and build lifelong professional relationships.

🌍 STFM Partnership Expectations

We’re looking for partners who align with the mission and vision of STFM. Your organization should actively support the advancement of family medicine education and be familiar with our Strategic Plan.

✅ Application Process

Partnerships are limited to the first 15 accepted applicants. Each application is reviewed by the STFM External Support Review Committee.

You’ll receive a decision within 5 business days.

🔗 [Application of Interest]

📄 [Terms of Agreement]

🎁 Additional Support Opportunities

Support items below are separate from conference partnership packages. Contributions of $5000+ include one (1) complimentary conference registration.

Support Opportunity

Fee

Includes

President’s Reception

$5,000

Acknowledgment in the final program, mobile app, and on-site signage; invitation to reception

Healthy Afternoon Refreshment Break

$5,000

High attendee demand! Includes recognition on-site and in print/mobile materials

Registration Give-Away

$2,500

Distribute approved items via STFM registration desk (must align with AMA ethics guidelines)

Mobile App Banner Ads

$2,000

Banner ads in app; acknowledgment in program and signage

One-Page Digital Insert

$250

PDF insert in “Partner Handout” emailed to all attendees

Mobile App Push Alerts

$750 each (limit 3; 1 per day)

Push notifications to attendees (partner-only, limited availability; STFM must approve content)

📝 All giveaways must be pre-approved by STFM. Food/beverage giveaways are subject to hotel policy.

Questions?

Contact Sydney Brown at sbrown@stfm.org. Interested in partnering at multiple conferences? We'll create a custom package just for you.

Contact Us

 

11400 Tomahawk Creek Parkway

Leawood, KS 66211

(800) 274-7928

stfmoffice@stfm.org 

 

 

Events

May 30, 2025, 12 pm CDT/1 pm EDT: Webinar: Ethical Use of AI in the Family Medicine Clinic

July 21, 2025, 12 pm CDT/1 pm EDT: Equitable Advisors Webinar: "Strategies for Pushing Past Your First $1 Million"

September 8–10, 2025: The 2025 STFM Conference on Practice & Quality Improvement

Due Dates

May 23, 2025: Applications for Leadership Through Scholarship Fellowship

May 23, 2025: Applications to Serve on the STFM Conference on Practice & Quality Improvement Steering Committee Due

June 10, 2025: Presentation Submissions for the 2026 Conference on Medical Student Education

June 10, 2025: Deadline for Nominated Students to Apply for STFM Foundation Student Scholarship

June 17, 2025: Call for Proposals for CERA Family Medicine General Membership Survey

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AI Chatbot Tips

Tips for Using STFM's AI Assistant

STFM's AI Assistant is designed to help you find information and answers about Family Medicine education. While it's a powerful tool, getting the best results depends on how you phrase your questions. Here's how to make the most of your interactions:

1. Avoid Ambiguous Language

Be Clear and Specific: Use precise terms and avoid vague words like "it" or "that" without clear references.

Example:

Instead of: "Can you help me with that?"
Try: "Can you help me update our Family Medicine clerkship curriculum?"
Why this is important: Ambiguous language can confuse the AI, leading to irrelevant or unclear responses. Clear references help the chatbot understand exactly what you're asking.

2. Use Specific Terms

Identify the Subject Clearly: Clearly state the subject or area you need information about.

Example:

Instead of: "What resources does STFM provide?"
Try: "I'm a new program coordinator for a Family Medicine clerkship. What STFM resources are available to help me design or update clerkship curricula?"
Why this is better: Providing details about your role ("program coordinator") and your goal ("design or update clerkship curricula") gives the chatbot enough context to offer more targeted information.

3. Don't Assume the AI Knows Everything

Provide Necessary Details:The STFM AI Assistant has been trained on STFM's business and resources. The AI can only use the information you provide or that it has been trained on.

Example:

Instead of: "How can I improve my program?"
Try: "As a program coordinator for a Family Medicine clerkship, what resources does STFM provide to help me improve student engagement and learning outcomes?"
Why this is important: Including relevant details helps the AI understand your specific situation, leading to more accurate and useful responses.

4. Reset if You Change Topics

Clear Chat History When Switching Topics:

If you move to a completely new topic and the chatbot doesn't recognize the change, click the Clear Chat History button and restate your question.
Note: Clearing your chat history removes all previous context from the chatbot's memory.
Why this is important: Resetting ensures the AI does not carry over irrelevant information, which could lead to confusion or inaccurate answers.

5. Provide Enough Context

Include Background Information: The more context you provide, the better the chatbot can understand and respond to your question.

Example:

Instead of: "What are the best practices?"
Try: "In the context of Family Medicine education, what are the best practices for integrating clinical simulations into the curriculum?"
Why this is important: Specific goals, constraints, or preferences allow the AI to tailor its responses to your unique needs.

6. Ask One Question at a Time

Break Down Complex Queries: If you have multiple questions, ask them separately.

Example:

Instead of: "What are the requirements for faculty development, how do I register for conferences, and what grants are available?"
Try: Start with "What are the faculty development requirements for Family Medicine educators?" Then follow up with your other questions after receiving the response.
Why this is important: This approach ensures each question gets full attention and a complete answer.

Examples of Good vs. Bad Prompts

Bad Prompt

"What type of membership is best for me?"

Why it's bad: The AI Chat Assistant has no information about your background or needs.

Good Prompt

"I'm the chair of the Department of Family Medicine at a major university, and I plan to retire next year. I'd like to stay involved with Family Medicine education. What type of membership is best for me?"

Why it's good: The AI Chat Assistant knows your role, your future plans, and your interest in staying involved, enabling it to provide more relevant advice.

Double Check Important Information

While the AI Chat Assistant is a helpful tool, it can still produce inaccurate or incomplete responses. Always verify critical information with reliable sources or colleagues before taking action.

Technical Limitations

The Chat Assistant:

  • Cannot access external websites or open links
  • Cannot process or view images
  • Cannot make changes to STFM systems or process transactions
  • Cannot access real-time information (like your STFM Member Profile information)

STFM AI Assistant
Disclaimer: The STFM Assistant can make mistakes. Check important information.