2008 Management Briefing Seminars

Media Credentials Policy

The Management Briefing Seminars welcome media attendees to this annual event--more than 100 representatives attended last year. Credentials are provided to qualified journalists so they may cover scheduled sessions, press conferences and related events. To qualify for media credentials, a person must be a working print, broadcast, or website journalist.

All persons participating in MBS events must display a conference-issued namebadge.

"Working journalist” is defined as someone who derives at least 50 percent of his/her income from journalistic activities either independently or as an employee of independent communication media. The term “independent” refers to a media outlet that is independent of special interest groups, trade associations, companies, consumer organizations or government agencies, so "reporters" for house organs, reports, newsletters and other publications that are produced by such groups are not considered to be working press.

Working journalists are those that work as a:

• Reporter, editor, writer, publisher
• News photographer or videographer
• Producer
• Web master or other editorial employee

For a publication, news service, broadcast outlet or news Internet site that is:

• Regularly issued
• Supported by advertising or paid subscriptions or published or funded by a non-profit organization
• Operated with editorial independence from any political, governmental, commercial or special interest
• Not a house publication of any organization or movement
• Published primarily for the dissemination of news

If you have any questions or require media-related MBS information, please contact Lisa Hart at (734) 929-0465 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Media Registration

Media representatives may register at no charge. All Media registrations are subject to approval.

Please note: Receipt of a registration confirmation number does not guarantee that your registration has been approved for Media Credentials but rather that your submission, and our receipt of your submission, was successful.

Media registration requests are reviewed by MBS management and approved if they meet the criteria outlined in our Media Credentials Policy above. We will contact you if we need additional information or we have determined you do not meet the necessary requirements. Submission of published work and/or a signed letter from an assignment editor may be required.

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WHAT FAMILY ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE?

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.

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES?

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.

WHAT CAN MY SPOUSE/PARTNER ATTEND?

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.)

WHAT IS THE CONFERENCE DRESS CODE?

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.

WHAT IS THE SOCIAL HOUR DRESS CODE?

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).

ARE MEALS INCLUDED?

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).

WHAT HAPPENS IF I NEED TO CANCEL?

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.

HOW DO I GET MY CONFERENCE MATERIALS?

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.

Media Credentials Policy

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