2008 Management Briefing Seminars

Grand Traverse Resort & Spa

The Grand Traverse Resort & Spa is the Midwest's largest full service, year-round resort and conference center. Situated on 900 acres in the northwest corner of Michigan's Lower Peninsula along the shores of Lake Michigan's East Grand Traverse Bay, the Resort is located six miles northeast of Traverse City, Michigan and 10 minutes from Traverse City's Cherry Capital Airport.

Features of the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa include a full-service spa with cherry services, comprehensive tennis program with indoor and outdoor tennis courts, 100,000-square foot health club with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, children’s center (includes child care facilities and summer day camp), plus a shopping gallery, diverse restaurants and lounges and year-round recreation.

The Resort also offers 54 holes of championship golf including Jack Nicklaus's signature course The Bear, Gary Player's The Wolverine, and William Newcomb's Spruce Run.

Many conference attendees bring their families with them to enjoy Traverse City and the Resort while they are attending the Management Briefing Seminars. A Partners Program is available for guests of MBS attendees.

Site:

Grand Traverse Resort & Spa

100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd.

Acme, Michigan 49610 USA

(800) 236-1578

Other Traverse City Hotels

In addition to housing at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, we have blocked accommodations at the following hotels. You must mention Center for Automotive Research to qualify for the conference rate. Each hotel rates are valid through July 1, 2008; they are subject to change after that date.

Sleep Inn and Suites
5520 US 31 North
Acme, Michigan 49610
Price: $100 Single, Double, Triple Room (price includes taxes)
Location: 1 mile from the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
For reservations call: (800) 753-3746
www.sleepinntraversecity.com

Cherry Tree Condo Hotel: Freshwater Beach Resort
2345 US-31 North
Traverse City, Michigan 49686
Price: $154/$174 Standard Room (2 queen beds); $214 Standard Suite; $279 Studio (plus 6% tax and 2% tourism assessment). Upgrades are available, ask for Jonathan.
Location: 2 miles from the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
For reservations call: (800) 439-3093
Fax: (231) 938-3333
www.cherrytreecondohotel.com

Pointes North: Beachfront Resort Hotel
2211 U.S. 31 North
Traverse City, MI 49686
Price: $199/$224 Queen Room; $219/$244 King Room (plus 6% tax and 2% tourism assessment).
Location: 2 ½ miles from the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
For reservations call: (800) 678-1267
Fax: (231) 938-0070
www.pointesnorth.com

Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
1773 U.S. 31 North
Traverse City, MI 49686
Price: $175 Courtyard View King Room; $175 (midweek rate) and /$215 Beachfront View King Room (plus 6% tax and 2% tourism assessment).
Location: 4 miles from the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
For reservations call: (800) 509-1995
Fax: (231) 938-0200
www.tcbeaches.com

Traverse City Convention Bureau:
Visit the Traverse City Convention Bureau for additional information about the Traverse City area and to book a hotel room online. Their website includes things to do, beaches, wineries, art/culture, outdoor recreation, golf and it has numerous ideas for you and your family to enjoy the Traverse City area. www.visittraversecity.com or (800) 872-8377.

Transportation:
The Cherry Capital (Traverse City) Airport is served by Northwest, United and American Airlines. The airport is about 15 minutes from the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. The Resort has shuttle bus service to and from the airport. Please call the Resort to make shuttle bus arrangements (800) 236-1578 or (231) 534-6000. The airport has a direct phone line to the Resort's shuttle service.

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.