Vendor Info & Registration

Connect, Collaborate, and Showcase

at CPS 2026

We’re thrilled to invite you to join us at the 6th Annual Carolina Perfusion Symposium, happening July 17–19, 2026, in stunning Myrtle Beach, South Carolina! This one-of-a-kind event brings together 100+ perfusionists from over 25 states—alongside surgeons, cardiac anesthesiologists, ECMO/VAD specialists, and decision-makers—for a high-impact weekend of education, innovation, and networking. 

Hosted in partnership with Perfusion Life, MUSC’s School of Perfusion, and the Palmetto State Perfusion Society (PSPS), CPS 2026 offers vendors a unique opportunity to connect with a highly engaged, specialty-focused audience in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. 

With customizable sponsorships, dedicated exhibit time, and hands-on engagement opportunities, CPS is the perfect platform to build meaningful relationships and showcase your solutions to the people who matter most. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Vendor Benefits

Vendor representatives receive full access to all CPS events including:

  • Educational speakers and workshops

  • Happy Hour Friday

  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner/Entertainment Saturday

  • Breakfast & Lunch Sunday

  • Preferred Hotel Pricing

  • Golf Tournament

Sponsorship Opportunities

Gold Sponsorship

Exclusive sponsorship of one meal/event: Friday Welcome Reception, Saturday Lunch (claimed), or Saturday Evening Event

 

Exhibit space in meeting hall (6’ table with tablecloth, 2 chairs, electricity)

 

Up to 5 attendees included (add $200 for each additional representative)

 

Large exclusive logo on banner and event signage

 

Rotating banner ad on event app

 

Speaker slot at the event

 

Breakout room access (alcohol and food subject to additional charge)

 

Social media promotion

 

Priority booth location

 

Early access to additional unique sponsorship opportunities

 

Twelve Month Sponsorship (display logo, banner, or Video) on The Palmetto State Perfusion Society (https://www.scperfusion.org)

 

Twelve Month Sponsorship on the Perfusion Life Vendor Webpage

 

Full conference access for representatives (meals, workshops, entertainment, golf tournament, swag bag opportunities)

 
$12,900

Silver Sponsorship

Co-sponsorship of one meal/event: Saturday Lunch, Saturday Breakfast, Sunday Boxed Lunch (with swag option), or Sunday Breakfast

 

Exhibit space in meeting hall (6’ table with tablecloth, 2 chairs, electricity)

 

Up to 3 attendees included (add $200 for each additional representative)

 

Medium logo on event signage

 

Rotating banner ad on event app

 

Speaker slot at the event

 

Breakout room access (alcohol and food subject to additional charge)

 

Social media promotion

 

Priority booth location

 

Early access to additional unique sponsorship opportunities

 

Twelve Month Sponsorship (display logo, banner, or Video) on The Palmetto State Perfusion Society (https://www.scperfusion.org)

 

Twelve Month Sponsorship on the Perfusion Life Vendor Webpage

 

Full conference access for representatives (meals, workshops, entertainment, golf tournament, swag bag opportunities)

 
$7,900

Bronze Sponsorship

Exhibit space in meeting hall (6’ table with tablecloth, 2 chairs, electricity)

 

1 attendee included (add $200 for each additional representative)

 

Small logo on event signage

 

Full conference access for representative (meals, workshops, entertainment, golf tournament, swag bag opportunities)

 
$3,900

2026 CPS Agenda

*Conference agenda subject to change up to the event.

Friday, July 17th

15:00 - 15:10 - Opening Introduction and History of CPS + PSPS - Adam Clark

15:10 - 16:00 - "Bull Spit" Technical Questions Asked to the Audience - Phil Scott ([email protected])

16:00 - 16:10 - Q & A

16:10 - 16:30 - Research Presentation - William Dauch ([email protected])

16:30 - 16:50 - Debakey Had Residents. You Have AI - Anthony Shackelford ([email protected])

16:50 - 17:00 - Q & A

17:00 - 17:15 - The expanding role of the VAD coordinator - Lindsey Charpia ([email protected])

17:15 - 17:30 - The Current State of Peds VADs - Deborah Conley ([email protected])

17:30 - 17:40 - Q & A

17:45 - 18:45 - Happy Hour Sponsored by Perfusion Life - Perfusion Life Adam Clark

17:45 - 18:50 - MUSC Poster Session (2 posters occlusions and mentor mentee) - MUSC Perfusion Students

Saturday, July 18th

7:00 - 8:00 - Breakfast Sponsored by Terumo/Chalice - Leslie Curry (Terumo)/Robert Stroud (Chalice)

8:00 - 9:00 - Keynote Speaker - Dr. Minoo Kavarana ([email protected])

9:00 - 9:10 - Vendor Visitation/Break

9:10 - 10:00 - Expert Panel Discussion - Dr. Kavarana, Dr. Buckley, Dr. Sabbagh

10:00 - 10:10 - Q & A

10:10 - 10:40 - Legends in Perfusion - Jeff Ascell

10:40 - 11:10 - Legends in Perfusion - Phil Scott ([email protected])

11:10 - 11:30 - Legends in Perfusion (Recording) - Dr. Joseph Sistino

11:30 - 11:40 - Q & A

11:40 - 11:55 - Evolving Practices in Pediatric Heart Transplantation - Jenn Allred ([email protected])

11:55 - 12:00 - Q & A

12:00 - 12:50 - LivaNova Presentation - Pediatric Speaker LivaNova Provided

12:50 - 13:00 - Q & A

13:00 - 13:30 - Connect to Purpose HM3 Patient Experience - Chris Long (Long [email protected])

13:30 - 14:00 - VAD Coordinator (MUSC Adults) - Tim Robbins ([email protected])

14:00 - 14:10 - Q & A

14:10 - 14:30 - Perfusion Micro Del Nido Experience - Tyler Coffey ([email protected])

14:25 - 14:45 - Longitudinal Study - Anthony Shackelford ([email protected])

14:45 - 15:05 - Perfusion Travel Experience - Ralph Abalo ([email protected])

15:05 - 15:15 - Q & A

15:15 - 15:30 - Program Growth: Preparing for ECMOs and VADs - Zach Long ([email protected])

15:30 - 15:45 - Ground vs Air Transport - MIke Varsamis ([email protected])

15:45 - 16:00 - Dual Circuit Dynamics - Angela Mclntyre ([email protected])

16:00 - 16:10 - Q & A

Sunday, July 19th

8:00 - 8:15 - Perfusion Non technical Skills - Rachel Ward (Student Group - [email protected])

8:15 - 8:30 - ECMO Scenarios - Keeley Kroonenberg ([email protected])

8:30 - 8:40 - Q & A

8:40 - 8:55 - SC Licensure - Dafne Chianella ([email protected])

8:55 - 9:10 - Q & A

9:10 - 10:50 - CCP Finances - John Bruno ([email protected])

10:50 - 11:15 - SC CCP Salary Survey - Dafne Chianella, CCP FPP ([email protected])

11:15 - 11:25 - Q & A

11:25 - 11:35 - Closing Remarks and Awards - Adam Clark & David Fisher

Thanks to our 2026 Sponsors

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