**Those who pay via cash, check, ACH or wire transfer will receive a 2.9% discount off the credit price.

Special Pricing Exclusively for Emerging Technology Companies

Are you an early-stage startup with a product or technology that hasn't yet been made commercially available? If so, please complete the Emerging Technologies Discount Request form to find out if you are eligible to receive discounted pricing on select TCT opportunities. CRF is committed to providing more affordable pricing options to help growing companies participate in TCT and other CRF conferences.  

• TCT^® 2019
• TCT^® Connect (Engagement Hub)
• TCT^® 2021 (Virtual Exhibit or Engagement Hub)
• TCT^® 2022
• TCT^® 2023
• TCT^® 2024
• TCT^® 2025

Special circumstances will be handled as follows:

• Mergers and acquisitions: If two companies have merged, the company with the higher number of points will have its points applied to this year’s process and beyond.
• Spin-offs: The parent company and the spin-off company will each receive points for prior participation in TCT^®.
• Co-ventures: Points will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis for companies sharing a booth space one year and exhibiting separately in subsequent years.

Previous Year Booth Size:

Exhibitors will receive points based on the size of their booth at the previous year's TCT^® (For TCT^® 2026, these points will be calculated based on the TCT^® 2025 booth size).  Please note, points are NOT awarded for conference suites or sponsorships.

• In-line Booth (100-300 square feet): 10 points
• Island Booth: Up to 30 points
  400 to 1,600 square feet: 20 points
  More than 1,600 square feet: 30 points
• Engagement Hub: 50 points

Prior Year Participation in Another CRF-Sponsored Meeting:

Exhibitors will receive 20 points for having exhibited at any of the below 2025 CRF-sponsored meetings***:

• THT 2025
• CTO 2025
• Fellows Course 2025
• New York Valves 2025
• Complications 2025

***Please note: Points are NOT cumulative. 20 points will be added regardless of the number of conferences supported.

***Please note: Companies who canceled any 2025 participation will receive a 20-point deduction per canceled meeting for the 2026 priority point system.

Criteria NOT Considered for Priority Points

Examples of criteria that will not apply towards point accumulation include but are not limited to:

• Grant support of a meeting
• Sponsorship or support of a TCT^® satellite program, training program, conference suite or sponsorship activity
• Relationships with TCT^® faculty members or CRF physicians and/or leadership

Point Deductions

• Holding a social activity that conflicts with TCT^® scientific sessions and/or satellite programs: Twenty (20) points
• Breaking TCT^® booth construction policy and/or freight-in-the-aisle policy: Ten (10) points
• Unethical conduct in the Exhibit Hall such as taking pictures or entering another company’s booth without permission: Point deduction at the discretion of TCT^® meeting management
• Distributing product information outside of a company's own booth: Point deduction at the discretion of TCT^® meeting management
• Early Move-Out: Twenty (20) points
• Violation of any terms and conditions outlined in this digital prospectus: Point deduction at the discretion of TCT^® meeting management

Point Tally

In early 2026, points will be tallied, and companies will receive an e-mail from CRF outlining their current priority points total. Exhibitors must reply to this email confirming or disputing points within 48 hours.

Tie Breaker 

If the total number of priority points for two or more companies is equal, a tie breaker will be needed to determine the order of booth selection. 

Once priority points are tallied, companies will receive an e-mail from CRF outlining their current priority point total. Exhibitors must reply to this email within 48 hours confirming or disputing points. 

Companies with point ties will be given access to submit the booth application and select booth space in the order in which they reply to this email.

• All booth and conference suite spaces will be available on a first come, first served basis and full payment must be received within 90 days of your contract submission.
• Exhibiting companies in the Publishers, Societies, and Nonprofits area will select their spaces during General Booth sales.
• Exhibiting companies that secure an exhibit booth through a trade agreement with CRF will be assigned a space upon trade agreement completion.

All TCT® 2026 Exhibitors must comply with the following rules and regulations:

Americans With Disabilities Act

Exhibitors are responsible for fully complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Booth Construction

All booth designs must be submitted via email for approval to Katie Herrion at [email protected].

Please also adhere to all San Diego Convention Center Policies.

In-Line Booths

• An in-line booth is one or more standard 10’ x 10’ units arranged in a straight line.
• The minimum in-line booth is 100 square feet (10'x10'), and the maximum in-line booth is 300 square feet (10'x30').
• The maximum height for an in-line booth is 8 feet. In-line booths will be provided with an 8' high back drape and 3' high side draped dividers. Sidewalls may not exceed 4-feet high. Booth and display materials may not obstruct sight lines of neighboring booths.

Island Booths

• An island booth has aisles on all four sides.
• The minimum island booth size is 400 square feet (20'x20').
• The maximum height for an island booth is 25 feet (including hanging signs, trusses, and headers). Two-story booths are also subject to the 25' height limitation.
• All island booths regardless of size must be at least 40% see through (above 4’ tall) from one side of the booth to the other and from floor to ceiling (horizontally and vertically). This is inclusive of walls, furniture, hanging signage, and other booth items.
• Exhibitors must submit their floor plans for final approval prior to construction.
• Simulation buses, trucks, and other vehicles will be placed on the perimeter of the Exhibit Hall due to sight line restrictions. There are no exceptions to this rule.

CRF abides by a 40% “see-through” guideline to improve sight lines. Therefore, the booth must be at least 40% see-through from one side of the booth to the other, and from floor to ceiling (horizontally and vertically) on all four sides of a booth, including walls, furniture, hanging signage, and other booth items. 

Exhibits that are noncompliant with this guideline will receive a 10-point deduction in the priority point system for each foot of noncompliance and will not be able to participate in the priority booth selection process for the following year.

Visual of Island Booth See-Through Policy

Booth Traffic

While CRF makes every effort to promote and encourage attendees to visit the Exhibit Hall, CRF cannot guarantee booth traffic. It is the exhibiting company’s responsibility to promote its presence at TCT through social media, premeeting mailings and on-site promotions to draw traffic to their booth.

Cancellations and Space Reduction Requests

Receipt of a signed Booth Space Contract is a commitment to exhibit at TCT. Therefore, notification of booth space cancellation or reduction must be submitted in writing to CRF, and the following fees must be paid:

• For cancellation or reduction of booth space on or before June 26, 2026, the exhibitor will pay 50% of the total booth fee.
• For cancellation or reduction of booth space after June 26, 2026, the exhibitor will pay 100% of the total booth fee.

Exhibitors that reduce their booth size after June 26, 2026, will be financially responsible for the cost of carpeting and creating lounge areas of the square footage not used due to the reduction in the booth size and will be subject to booth relocation.

If a Company reduces, increases, or cancels their exhibit booth at TCT 2026 the registration badge allowance will be reduced, increased, or forfeited respectively.

Carpeting

Aisle carpet will be provided in the Exhibit Hall. Exhibiting companies are required to carpet their booth carpet at their own expense. Carpeting may be ordered by using the order forms included in the Exhibitor Service Manual.

CME Compliance and Industry Support

Exhibitors must comply with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) standards and guidelines for medical education, including those guidelines for commercial support. Commercial support from industry does not influence educational content, faculty selection, and/or product usage at TCT.

Conduct of Exhibitors

• Exhibits must be staffed during Exhibit Hall hours.
• Exhibitors may install and dismantle only during official move-in and move-out times, and exhibitors who set-up or dismantle outside of official hours will be penalized a $1,000 fee.
• Canvassing or distributing advertising materials outside the exhibitor’s own booth is prohibited.
• Aisles must be kept clear at all times of exhibitor personnel and collateral materials and equipment.
• Electrical and mechanical apparatuses must be muffled so that noise does not interfere with other exhibitors.
• Industry professionals may not enter another exhibitor’s booth without permission.
• Entertainment, amusement, and demonstrations of nonproduct items or services must be approved in writing by CRF.

All companies exhibiting at TCT 2026 must comply with the terms and conditions outlined in this digital prospectus. CRF reserves the right to make judgments on-site regarding booth layout and conduct of exhibitors that detract from the overall presentation of the meeting and, if necessary, will ask exhibitors to make adjustments in order to maintain the integrity of the Exhibit Hall. Additionally, point deductions may be imposed at CRF's discretion.

Disposal of Medical Waste

Medical testing is permitted with advance written approval from The San Diego Convention Center in conjunction with an event.

• Medical tests must be performed by licensed practitioners.
• The use of animal or human organs or body parts must conform to federal and local regulations.
• Exhibitors are responsible for the safe delivery, supervision, and removal of any medical or biohazard waste in conjunction with federal, state, and local regulations should their use be approved prior to move in by event management.
• Sharps need to be in red containers and all waste must be placed in properly labeled bags/boxes to avoid being disposed of regular trash pick-up.
• For any area where cadavers, specimens, or medical waste is utilized, building owned tables will not be provided for their use, and the floors within these areas must be marked.
• The delivery and removal of any cadavers or medical waste is the sole responsibility of the exhibitor and should be coordinated prior to arrival on site once approved by show management.
• Any costs incurred by the SDCC for the inadequate turnover of space or handling of these items will be charged to the exhibitor at prevailing rates.

Distribution of Product Information

In accordance with ACCME guidelines, product information cannot be distributed at any scientific session or in hotel lobbies. Posters or tabletop exhibits are not permitted in the obligate path of educational sessions (e.g., immediately outside or inside the meeting rooms). Distribution of printed materials by exhibitors and/or their agents is limited to the exhibitor’s booth area in the Exhibit Hall. Companies may not display or demonstrate products, solicit orders, or distribute advertising materials at any location (or outside the Exhibit Hall) other than in their assigned booth space, including any of the contracted hotels. This guideline is strictly enforced.

Educational Programs

Industry may not conduct any programming that could be perceived as educational in nature without following the proper channels, submitting an Application to Conduct a Satellite Programs (ie, Lunch Program, Standard Program or Evening Program) and paying the appropriate associated fees. Educational programming is defined as speaker or multiple speakers providing a lecture or presentation to an audience. Educational Programming is strictly prohibited in exhibit booths. Companies who violate these guidelines will receive a 20-point deduction in the priority point system.

FDA Approval

Companies without FDA product approval should clearly indicate on their booths that their product is for display purposes only and is not approved for use in the United States.

Fire Protection

All materials used in the exhibit area must conform to local fire ordinances and be in accordance with regulations established by the National Association of Fire Underwriters. All displays are subject to inspection by the Fire Prevention Bureau. Aisles must be kept clear at all times. Fire stations and fire extinguisher equipment are not to be covered or obstructed in any manner.

Food & Beverage

Exhibitors may provide food and beverage inside their booth and may order it through the convention center’s official caterer, or exhibitors may hire or order catering through external vendors and pay a fee to the convention center's official catering company. Information about ordering food and beverage will be included in the Exhibitor Service Manual. Alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited. 

Freight Aisles

Freight aisles must be clear of exhibit materials at all times during move-in as the obstruction prevents other companies from obtaining their booth freight and delays set-up. Freight aisles will be clearly marked on the final floor plan. Companies that do not adhere to this policy will receive a 20-point deduction in the 2027 priority point system.

Hanging Signs and Banners

Hanging signs and banners are permitted above island booths only. Banners may not exceed the 25' height limitation. Information regarding hanging sign orders and rigging will be available in the Exhibitor Service Manual. 

Insurance

SAMPLE Certificate of Insurance

The Cardiovascular Research Foundation and the San Diego Convention Center are not responsible for theft of or damage to exhibitor property. Exhibitors wishing to insure exhibit materials, goods, or wares against theft, damage by fire, accident, or loss of any other kind must do so at their own expense. Exhibiting companies are also responsible for obtaining general liability insurance coverage against injury to persons and property in commercially reasonable amounts, and to designate CRF and Freeman as additional named insureds.

Labor Services

Detailed information regarding union work rules for all trades operating at the convention center will be provided in the Exhibitor Service Manual.

Music

Exhibitors must receive relevant licenses from Broadcast Music, Inc. and American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers if presenting prerecorded music at any time during the meeting. The exhibitor will be responsible for any liability and costs associated with a music licensing violation. Sound enhancement may be used. However, the level must be such as to not interfere with adjacent exhibitors. CRF reserves the right to monitor all sound levels and to require the exhibitor to adjust the volume accordingly. Live performances are prohibited.

NPI Number

During the registration process US physicians will be asked to provide their National Provider Identifier (NPI) number.

Photographing, Videotaping, and Audio Recording

Photographing, videotaping, and/or audio recording including the use of cell phone cameras is permissible only in an exhibiting company’s own booth. Any recording of another exhibitor's booth is strictly prohibited. Those who do not comply will be asked to leave the meeting and will receive a 10-point deduction in the priority point system.

Premiums

Contests, lotteries, raffles, and games of chance are prohibited. Promotional giveaway items must not exceed $25 in value unless approved in writing by CRF.

Sales and Order Taking

The purpose of an exhibit is to further the education of attendees through product and service displays and demonstrations. Sales and order taking are permitted, provided all transactions are conducted in a manner consistent with the professional nature of the meeting. Products for sale must be the exhibitors’ own unaltered products, and the products or services must be pertinent to the attendees’ professional interests. CRF reserves the right to restrict sales activities that it deems inappropriate or unprofessional. Exhibitors must comply with all sales tax requirements. Exhibitors selling or taking orders during the meeting must adhere to all business license and sales and use tax regulations, which vary from state to state.

Security

General security guard service will be provided during the course of the exhibition period. However, neither the security guard service, CRF nor the San Diego Convention Center will be responsible for loss of or damage to any property, regardless of the reason for the loss or damage. Exhibitors must make provisions for safeguarding their goods, materials, equipment, and display at all times. Exhibitors wishing to hire security guard services for their booth must complete the security order form included in the Exhibitor Service Manual.

Social Activities Policy

Exhibitor-run social events and unsanctioned meetings that draw physicians out of scientific sessions and satellite programs are strictly prohibited. Exhibitors in noncompliance with this policy will receive a 20-point deduction in the priority point system for TCT 2027.

Subletting Space

The subletting, assigning, or apportioning of the whole or any part of the rented space by any exhibitor is prohibited. Contracted exhibitors may not permit any other party to exhibit in its space any goods other than those manufactured or distributed by the contracting exhibitor or permit the solicitation of business by others within the exhibitor’s booth. Companies may promote multiple company divisions. However, a company may only promote one division for every 100 square feet of booth space.

TCT Attendee List

The TCT Attendee list will be provided to exhibitors as part of their booth package approximately one month prior and one-month post-TCT so companies can promote their presence at the meeting. The list contains mailing addresses only. All marketing pieces must be submitted to and approved by CRF prior to mailing. For more information, please contact Mariah Admire at [email protected].

Terms and Conditions Compliance

The Booth Space Contract is a binding contract when signed and submitted to CRF® and indicates the Exhibitor’s willingness to abide by all Contract terms, conditions, and general rules and regulations listed this digital prospectus, as well as such additional rules and regulations that CRF® deems necessary to ensure the success of TCT® 2026. These terms and conditions may be amended at any time by CRF®, and all amendments, upon publication, shall be equally binding on all parties affected by them as the original regulations. The Exhibitor also agrees to share the terms and conditions with all exhibiting representatives who attend TCT® 2026.
Having booth space at TCT® 2026 means that Exhibitor agrees on behalf of itself and all Exhibitor representatives who will be on-site at TCT® 2026 to the Registration Terms & Conditions and Code of Conduct, both of which are incorporated herein by reference.

EXHIBITOR REDUCTION/CANCELLATION POLICY

Submission of a signed Contract is a commitment to exhibit at TCT®2026. Therefore, notification of booth space cancellation and/or reduction must be submitted in writing to CRF®, and Exhibitors are required to pay appropriate fees or cancellation penalties. Exhibitors that cancel or reduce booth space will pay the following fees:

• For cancellation or reduction of booth space on or before June 26, 2026, the Exhibitor will pay 50% of the total booth fee.
• For cancellation or reduction of booth space after June 26, 2026, the Exhibitor will pay 100% of the total booth fee.
• Exhibitors that reduce their booth size after June 26, 2026, will be financially responsible for the cost of carpeting and creating lounge areas of the
  square footage not used due to the reduction in the booth size and will be subject to booth relocation.

TCT® CANCELLATION POLICY

In the event that TCT® 2026 is abbreviated or canceled because of circumstances beyond CRF’s control, including but not limited to civil disturbance; earthquake; electrical outage; explosion; fire; freight embargo; strike or labor unrest; flood, hurricane, tornado, or other acts of God; or an act of war, terrorism, any government (de facto or de jure), or any government agency or official, CRF® reserves the right, at CRF’s sole discretion, to unilaterally terminate the Contract between CRF® and the Exhibitor. In these circumstances, the Exhibitor expressly agrees to waive any claim the Exhibitor may have against the CRF®, including but not limited to those for fees paid by or on behalf of the Exhibitor for booth spaces, registration, workshops, satellite events, advertising, promotional opportunities, food and beverage, grants, audiovisual services, signage, housing, and travel.

Tipping

Tipping is not permitted under any circumstance, and any requests for additional compensation should be reported to TCT Management immediately. It is against the San Diego Convention Center policy for any employee, agent, contractor or subcontractor, while working for the SDCC, to accept gratuities or gifts from the Licensee and/or any exhibitors. Offering of tips and gratuities to any SDCC employee, agent, contractor or subcontractor is not necessary and strictly prohibited.

*Dates & times are subject to change.

MEETING PODS

NEW for 2026!

Elevate your experience at TCT 2026 by securing a Meeting Pod with custom graphics!

MEETING POD LOA
 
A Meeting Pod offers a thoughtfully designed, spiral shaped space—approximately 16 ft in diameter and 6 to 9 ft high—that is ready for use from the moment you arrive. Each pod comes equipped with a café style table and six chairs, providing an intimate setting for staff briefings or one on one meetings with physicians. Custom exterior graphics are included and showcase your brand from every angle, ensuring high visibility.

Strategically positioned outside of the Faculty Lounge on the upper level, our new meeting pods command maximum visibility and accessibility, capturing the natural flow of traffic between the main floor and upper level.

Secure a meeting pod today and make your presence unmistakably known at TCT 2026!

Meeting Pod Package Pricing:

Credit Price**: $42,500.00

Estimated Capacity

• Approximately 16' x 16' Meeting Pod - Estimated Capacity: 8-10 people

Standard Package

• 2 Full Access badges
• 6'-9' High Spiral Structure with open entrance
• Exterior custom graphics
• Carpet
• Furniture
  • 1 Cafe Table
  • 6 Chairs
  • 1 Wastebasket

IMPORTANT: Product presentations of any kind, as well as social activity and speaker/presenter trainings, are strictly prohibited. CRF staff will monitor compliance with these guidelines; and if this rule is found to be violated, management may direct violators to immediately suspend non-complying or unsanctioned meetings and may dismiss the company from TCT without refund. Additionally, violators may be prohibited from participating at future CRF conferences, may have their current registration revoked, may be subject to fines and damages, and could negatively impact the registration/status/attendance of those participating in unsanctioned meetings.

IMPORTANT: Each pod is equipped with a standard furniture package. Meeting pod structures are rented "as is" and may not be altered. Companies are permitted to brand the interior of their pod for an additional fee. Any furniture package items removed from the meeting pod will not decrease the cost of the rental and items added to the pod will be paid for by the company renting it. Food and beverage are not included and may be ordered through the Exhibitor Service Manual.

**Those who pay via cash, check, ACH or wire transfer will receive a 2.9% discount off the credit price.

*All dates and times are subject to change. Please refer to back to this page for final dates and times.
**Straight time is Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Overtime and/or double-time rates will apply outside of these days and hours. Approval from CRF^® is needed for move in/move out conducted after the listed move-in and move-out hours.