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Among the most valued aspects of the annual Management Briefing Seminars is relationship building throughout the week. Not all the knowledge sharing takes place in the seminars; we allow plenty of time for networking and socializing with colleagues. In addition to the continental breakfasts and lunches, there is a scramble golf tournament. Evening activities are designed for relaxation and informal conversation. The plans this year include:

Monday, August 11

Social Hour: 5-7 p.m. under the yellow tent.

Tuesday, August 12

Golf Tournament

On Tuesday afternoon, August 12 we will host the 3rd Annual MBS Golf Tournament for attendees. The scramble begins with a staggered start at 12:30 p.m. The buffet lunch starts at 11 a.m. You may sign up with a friend, with three others as a foursome, or as a single. Prizes will be awarded for lowest score, closest to the pin, longest drive and a few surprise categories. Prizes will be awarded at the Tuesday evening reception. You must be registered for one or more days of the conference to be eligible to play. Golf registration information will arrive with your confirmation after registering for the sessions. (Last year’s tournament was a sell-out, so sign up for this year’s early!) The cost is $110 for lunch and golf. (If you must cancel, we will refund all but $25.)


Social Hour: 5-7 p.m. under the white tent.

Wednesday, August 13

Social Hour, Dinner, and Entertainment 5-11 p.m. yellow tent area.
Social Hour begins at 5 p.m.; Dinner at 7 p.m.

Dinner and Entertainment: This year’s Wednesday night dinner theme to be announced! You won't want to miss our after-dinner entertainment. Followed by dancing under the stars.

Thursday, August 14

Social Hour: 5- 7 p.m. under the yellow tent.

Please Note: Due to the business networking element of our evening social events, we are unable to accommodate children at these events. Alternative activities for children are planned for Wednesday’s party. We appreciate suggestions for additional children activities, but ask respectfully that you not include your children in our evening social activities. Thank you for your cooperation.


Resort Services: For information on activities and services available for children during your stay at the Resort. In addition the Partners Program has child friendly activities available during the daytime.

 
 

The family friendly Partners Program is available for all attendee families. In addition, the Resort and surrounding Traverse City area have numerous opportunities for family fun. Contact the Traverse City Convention Bureau at www.visittraversecity.com or (800) 872-8377.

In addition to continental breakfasts and lunches, there are several evening activities designed for relaxation and informal conversation. Social Hours take place Monday-Thursday evening and on Wednesday evening there is an industry dinner and entertainment.

Your spouse or partner is welcome at all of the social hours and the Wednesday evening dinner. (Children are not permitted at the Monday - Thursday social hours and the Wednesday evening event. Alternative activities are planned and/or available.)

The seminars are designed to foster a casual atmosphere for the informal exchange of ideas. Business casual is appropriate. Some attendees choose business attire (suits or sport coats), particularly on Wednesday and Thursday. Others wear more casual polo shirts and slacks.

These are very informal events. Attire will vary from sport coats to polo shirts and slacks (for men) and from summer dresses and skirts to pants and shirts (for women).

Yes; continental breakfast and lunch are served each day. Social hours are hosted Monday through Thursday evening. In addition, registration on Wednesday or Thursday includes a dinner and party on Wednesday evening (hopefully outside, overlooking the Grand Traverse Bay).

The first thing to do would be to find a colleague who would be interested in replacing you. If your colleagues are already registered or unable to attend, please inform us in writing that you must cancel. To be eligible for a full refund of fees, notification of cancellation of registration must be received in writing by May 1, 2008. After this date, to be eligible for a refund of fees less the handling charge of $150.00 we must receive your request in writing before July 18, 2008. We regret that we cannot accept requests for refunds after that date.

The registration desk is in the lobby area at the base of the tower. We recommend that you pick up your name badge and conference materials at early registration on Sunday, from 5-7 p.m. or on Tuesday from 3:30-7 p.m. The registration desk is also open during the conference sessions. A name badge is required to gain admittance to the sessions. Please note: badges will be distributed the day before or morning of corresponding to the package that you have registered for and you may attend the social hours as they relate to your package.

 
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