The South Carolina Chapter of the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (SC HIMSS) is a volunteer organization whose primary goals are to develop educational and regional networking programs and provide statewide leadership for the advancement and management of healthcare information and technology. With the backing of HIMSS which operates on a national and even international scale, we participate in shaping the healthcare industry, encouraging the use of technology and promoting public policies that will improve healthcare delivery.
SCHIMSS is offering Chapter Sponsorships for our educational and networking events for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Your Chapter Sponsorship helps SCHIMSS offer valuable educational programming at a very affordable price for attendees. Sponsorship will benefit your business through exposure to our session attendees. SC HIMSS is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization.
Your Sponsorship Makes A Difference
SCHIMSS uses the contributions of sponsors to help defray the cost of the chapter’s programs making them accessible to all members. Our goals focus on supporting the mission, vision, and values of HIMSS. As a state-level organization we strive to carry out the national HIMSS mission at the local level and to serve as a conduit of information to and from the national organization.
During a typical year, we offer networking and educational events, including:
- Spring Advocacy Day at the General Assembly in Columbia, SC
- HIMSS national conference networking event
- Regional networking events and focus groups
- SC Chapter Annual Fall Conference
- Educational and networking-based webinars
- Other Adhoc events during the year
Topics presented do require board approval and should offer relevant Healthcare IT content. We have polled our SCHIMSS chapter members and popular topics to present could include:
| Patient Engagement | Connected Care | Cybersecurity |
| Data Analytics | Interoperability | Performance Improvement |
| Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | Mobility | Rural Health |
Our educational programs are designed to share expert knowledge and to facilitate networking among our members. In 2022-2023, will continue to communicate to our members through webinars and emails and allow sponsors to provide educational sessions surrounding their vision for healthcare information management and technology.
SCHIMSS on social media, which offers additional exposure to your organization.
SCHIMSS has implemented a flexible sponsorship program allowing organizations to best align their marketing goals and resources. The various sponsorship levels provide an opportunity for organizations of all sizes to participate and raise awareness of their offerings within the local healthcare community.
There are various forms of sponsorship for events with increased benefits as the value of sponsorship increases. Please contact our Sponsorship Chair, Kathleen Anderson at (864) 680-0147 or [email protected] If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or have questions about the process. You may also simply fill out a contact form on our web site at https://schimss.wpengine.com/contact-himss/
| Level | Premier | Corporate | Chapter |
| Annual Contribution | $7,500 | $5,000 | $3,000 |
| Number of Sponsors | 1 | Many | Many |
| Benefits | Exclusive Platinum level chapter sponsor recognition and signage at all chapter-run education and related networking events (does not include the annual charity golf outing which has dedicated sponsorship |
Premier sponsor recognition and signage at all chapter-run education and related networking events (does not include the annual charity golf outing which has dedicated sponsorship |
Corporate sponsor recognition and signage at all chapter-run education and related networking events (does not include the annual charity golf outing which has dedicated sponsorship |
| Complimentary admissions to the SCHIMSS Annual Conference | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Complimentary foursome at the annual golf outing | 1 | ||
| 20% discount on all a la carte sponsor opportunities | Yes | ||
| Keynote Speaker Introduction | Yes | ||
| Conference speaker slot (pending board approval of topic and speaker) Speaking session is recommended to incude a provider with the sponsor case study | Yes | Yes | |
| Exhibit Space at Annual Conference | Premier | Corporate | Chapter |
| Regional Event (# of admissions) | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| SCHIMSS website – whitepapers | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| SCHIMSS website – company events posted – date approved by HIMSS | 3 events – prominent website advertising | 2 events – prominent website advertising | 1 event – prominent website advertising |
| Company Logo/Description | Company contacts information, logo, and brief description on the SCHMISS website | Company contacts information, logo, and brief description on the SCHMISS website | Company contacts information, logo, and brief description on the SCHMISS website |
| Social Media Marketing | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Scholarship Recognition | Sponsor recognized as a contributor to the SCHIMSS Scholarship program | Sponsor recognized as a contributor to the SCHIMSS Scholarship program | Sponsor recognized as a contributor to the SCHIMSS Scholarship program |
We truly thank you for your consideration and participation in our SCHIMSS chapter. Your partnership has demonstrated a high level of commitment to Healthcare IT in our state and adds great value to our mission of providing continual education to the SCHIMSS Chapter members.
* Your sponsorship will be valid for a rolling 12 months starting upon receipt of funding, is valid for fiscal year 2022-2023 which includes participation in one fall conference per year. The South Carolina HIMSS Chapter Board reserves the right to decline any and all sponsorship offers. SCHIMSS Calendar of events and dates are subject to change. All marketing content must be board approved.
