The Circle of Friends program is an exciting member service. It allows medical-related businesses to connect directly with physicians in the Polk and Warren County areas. Businesses, such as yours, can support local physicians by being members of the PCMS Circle of Friends, and in turn for your continued support, are offered special beneficial programs.
Businesses that have shown continuous support or interest in the society are encouraged to sign up for this program. A few amenities include publication in the Bulletin, broadcast faxes, complimentary directories, and much more. Participants will be able to attend events, giving businesses a chance to meet with doctors one-on-one. Recognition of the Circle of Friends sponsors will be given through signs, publications and personal recognition by the President of PCMS.
Physicians are encouraged to give feedback on Circle of Friends businesses throughout the year. Upon renewal of your contract, PCMS will take into consideration the thoughts and suggestions of their physicians.
Four levels of sponsorship are available to allow for a variety of businesses to be able to participate. They are the Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze levels.
Contact the Polk County Medical Society at pcms@pcms.org or call 515-288-0172
for additional information on joining PCMS Circle of Friends.
*The participation with these businesses does not constitute an endorsement by the society.
Overall Benefits
As a member of the PCMS Circle of Friends (COF), you will receive:
- Face time with PCMS members offered exclusively to the COF members
- Year-round advertising for your company in the PCMS Bulletin, the official publication of PCMS, and the annual PCMS Membership Directory
- Full-page thank you to all COF members in Bulletin annually and Membership Directory
- Recognition on COF poster on display at all PCMS meetings and events with company name and logo
- Announcement to PCMS members when joining or renewing your COF membership, mailed by PCMS in our envelope and including an introduction on PCMS letterhead and a one-page flyer provided by your company. Also an announcement in PCMS Bulletin for new members and COF membership renewals
Platinum Level: $10,000 – The benefits of the Platinum sponsorship are valued at over $20,000.
In addition to the overall benefits, Platinum sponsors receive:
- Platinum Sponsorship to Annual Meeting and display table set up in a preferred location, reserved table for up to 4 representatives at PCMS Annual Meeting, and exclusive logo recognition printed on PCMS Annual Meeting Invitation ($5,000 value)
- Pictures at events throughout year will be published in upcoming issues of the Bulletin with your company name (invaluable)
- Exclusive logo recognition printed on PCMS Legislative Breakfast invitation-mailed to PCMS Members and statewide Legislators ($1,000 value)
- 6 complimentary copies of the PCMS Pictorial Membership Directory ($300 value)
- Full-page Color ad in the PCMS Pictorial Membership Directory ($1,050 value)
- 3 complimentary subscriptions to the PCMS Bulletin ($75 value)
- A full-page Color ad in the bi-monthly Bulletin for six issues ($4,770 value)
- Listing on PCMS website that includes a description of your company, logo, contact information, and link to your website ($1,250 value).
- 6 complimentary two-page broadcast faxes ($2,100 value).
- 4 complimentary sets of membership mailing labels ($1,400 value). Mailing will be mailed out by your company. Additional sets of mailing labels can be purchased for $125, a special offer available only to Platinum level COF members ($350 value).
- Special introduction to the PCMS Board of Directors at 1 board meeting. (invaluable)
- 2 complimentary e-mails sent out from PCMS to membership. Content is written by your company and subject to PCMS approval ($900 value).
- Opportunity to submit two 1 page articles for publication to the Polk County Medical Society Bulletin ($590 value).
Gold Level: $6,500 – The benefits of the Gold sponsorship are valued at over $10,000.
In addition to the overall benefits, Gold sponsors receive:
- Gold Sponsorship to Annual Meeting and a display table set up in a preferred location, reserved table for up to 2 representatives at the PCMS Annual Meeting. ($2,500 value)
- Pictures at events throughout year will be published in upcoming issues of the Bulletin with your company name (invaluable)
- 4 complimentary copies of the PCMS Pictorial Membership Directory ($200 value)
- Three quarter page ad in the PCMS Pictorial Membership Directory ($500 value)
- 2 complimentary subscriptions to the PCMS Bulletin($50 value)
- A three quarter page ad in the bi-monthly Bulletin for six issues ($1,500 value)
- Listing on PCMS website that includes a description of your company, logo, contact information, and link to your website ($1,250 value)
- 3 complimentary two-page broadcast faxes ($1,050 value)
- 2 complimentary sets of membership mailing labels ($700 value). Mailing will be mailed out by your company. Additional sets of mailing labels can be purchased for $250, a special offer available only to Gold level COF members ($350 value).
Silver Level: $4,500 – The benefits of the Silver sponsorship are valued at over $6,000.
In addition to the overall benefits, Silver sponsors receive:
- Silver Sponsorship to Annual Meeting, Attendance for 1 representatives at the PCMS Annual Meeting, and display table set up (value $1,250)
- 2 complimentary copies of the PCMS Pictorial Membership Directory ($100)
- Half-page ad in the PCMS Pictorial Membership Directory ($400 value)
- 1 complimentary subscription to the PCMS Bulletin ($25 value)
- Half-page ad in the bi-monthly Bulletin for six issues ($1,170 value)
- Listing on PCMS website that includes your company name, logo, contact information, and link to your website ($1,250 value)
- 1 complimentary two-page broadcast faxes ($350 value)
- 1 complimentary sets of membership mailing labels ($350 value). Mailing will be mailed out by your company. Additional sets of mailing labels can be purchased for a 20% discount, a special offer available only to Silver level COF members ($350 value)
Bronze Level: $2500 – The benefits of the Platinum sponsorship are valued at over $4,000.
In addition to the overall benefits, Bronze sponsors receive:
- Bronze sponsorship to Annual Meeting, display table set up in preferred location, and attendance for 1 representative ($750 value).
- 1 complimentary copy of the PCMS Pictorial Membership Directory ($50 value)
- A quarter page ad in the PCMS Pictorial Membership Directory ($310 value)
- 1 complimentary subscription to the PCMS Bulletin ($25 value)
- A quarter page ad in the bi-monthly Bulletin for six issues ($810 value)
- Listing on PCMS website that includes your company name, contact information, and link to your website ($1250 value)
- 20% discount off purchase of broadcast faxes ($350 value)
- 20% discount off purchase of membership mailing labels ($350 value). Mailing will be mailed out by your company ($350 value)
Special Events
All events and dates are subject to change.
Des Moines Performing Arts Events:
Target Audience: Member and non-member physicians and their families are invited to this fun event with a dinner served prior to the show.
Date: Multiple dates throughout the year at Des Moines Performing Arts
Attendance: 280-290
PCMS Circle of Friends sponsors are invited to attend ALL events. For detailed information about the events contact the PCMS at pcms@pcms.org or call (515) 288-0172. Contact the Polk County Medical Society at pcms@pcms.org or call 515-288-0172 for additional information on joining PCMS Circle.
