Compass Healthcare Facilities Symposium is on Friday, Sept 6, 2024 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The event is at DoubleTree by Hilton on 363 Maine Mall Road, South Portland, Maine.
Who attends Compass Symposium?
Attendees are decision-makers responsible for healthcare facilities. Many lead hospital system facilities teams and are of members of MEHES (Maine Healthcare Engineers’ Society). Other titles include Director of Capital Projects, CFO, Executive Director, or Owner. Compass attendees represent a large geographic area, from the northern tip of Maine to locations throughout Northern New England.
What does it cost to attend Compass?
Compass is FREE for healthcare professionals such as facilities directors, owners, and c-suite executives.
Healthcare product and service providers who wish to participate in Compass may purchase an Exhibitor’s Booth ($950) or Sponsorship ($200 to $500).
New category! -- Supporting Affiliate ($80). To help with the cost of the event, the Compass team has created a new paid category of Supporting Affiliate. This is for consulting professionals such as architects, engineers, and others who are not exhibitors or sponsors. Please select the Supporting Affiliate ticket option when you register as an attendee.
Can I get CEU credits for attending?
Yes. Maine Healthcare Engineers’ Society typically issues CEUs for professional engineers. AIA credits for architects will also be made available.
Compass is a day-long event. Is food provided?
Yes! A complimentary buffet lunch is provided, made possible by exhibitors and sponsors. Compass also provides a continental breakfast during registration and morning and afternoon snacks during speaker breaks.
What is Compass Eve? Why should I attend?
Compass Eve is a reception the night before Compass. This year it is on the Thursday before Compass at 7 pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton. Compass Eve is free. It’s attended by speakers, exhibitors, and Compass participants who are either staying the night or live nearby. Compass Eve is a great way to connect with people who have the “healthcare facilities gene.” You can sign up to attend Compass Eve when you register.
What kinds of exhibitors will be at Compass?
Compass offers the chance to interact with selected healthcare exhibitors who provide institutional products and services. Past exhibitor offerings include specialized furniture, finishes, paint, flooring, hardware, energy systems, plumbing, air handling, construction barriers, graphics, and wayfinding. Compass is intentionally limited to 24 booths to allow time for quality interactions.
I’m interested in presenting at Compass. How can I pitch my presentation?
We appreciate your interest. Contact Richard Borrelli, Compass Chair, at (207) 848-4511 or email him at richard.borrelli@wbrcinc.com with your topic and credentials.
Who runs Compass Healthcare Facilities Symposium?
Compass was created in 2011 by WBRC, a Maine-based architecture and engineering firm that focuses on healthcare facilities. Compass has since taken on a life of its own, with attendees and exhibitors helping to shape its evolution. In recent years, Compass has the honor of hosting the September meeting of MEHES, the Maine Healthcare Engineers’ Society. The event is funded by exhibitors and sponsors and has always been free to healthcare professionals.
I don’t see my question answered. Who can I speak with?
Feel free to contact any of the Compass team members listed here.
Richard Borrelli – Compass Chair | 207-828-4511
Tori Britton – Compass Coordinator | 207-947-4511
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We look forward to seeing you at Compass this year!
