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SUMMARY:2025 Great Lakes Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the 2025 MI-APWA Great Lakes Expo for three days of unparalleled learning\, networking\, and innovation at the premier event for public works professionals in the Great Lakes region. \n2025_GLX_Program_Guide_ \nThis year’s Expo promises to be bigger and better than ever\, featuring: \n\nCutting-edge educational sessions: Dive deep into the latest trends and best practices in infrastructure management\, technology\, sustainability\, and more. Our diverse program offers something for everyone\, from seasoned professionals to emerging leaders.\nExhibitor Showcase: Connect with leading industry vendors and see the latest technologies and equipment in action. Explore innovative solutions to your toughest challenges and discover new ways to optimize your operations.\nNetworking opportunities: Build valuable connections with colleagues and peers from across the region. Expand your professional network\, share ideas\, and collaborate on future projects.\nThis year: The Public Fleet Management Certificate program is intended for current and aspiring Fleet Managers and Lead Technicians.\nSpecial events: Don’t miss our exciting social events\, including the Welcome Reception and Awards Banquet\, where you can celebrate your achievements and build lasting relationships.\n\nKey Dates: \n\nRegistration Open: Now!\nRoom Block Closes: April 28\, 2025\nExpo Dates: May 20-22\, 2025\nLocation: Grand Traverse Resort\, Grand Traverse\, MI\n\nTUESDAY\, MAY 20 \n11:30am – 6:30pm Exhibitor Set-up Governors Hall & Prefunction \n12:30pm Golf Outing Wolverine Golf Course \n1:00 – 5:00pm Wine Tour Off-site \n7:30 – 9:30pm YP Welcome ReceptionMichigan AB \nWEDNESDAY\, MAY 21 \n7:00 – 8:30am Registration Open Tower Desk \n7:00 – 11:00am Exhibitor Set up Governors Hall & Prefunction \n7:30 – 9:00am Breakfast Tower Ballroom \n8:00 – 8:30am Annual Meeting – Branch President & Past President Awards Tower Ballroom \n8:30 – 9:30am MML Update Tower Ballroom \n9:30 – 11:00am Keynote Speaker Tower Ballroom \n11:00am – 4:30pm Exhibit Floor Open Governors Hall & Prefunction \n11:00 – 11:30am Break – Visit Exhibitors Governors Hall & Prefunction \n11:30am – 12:30pm Concurrent Sessions Multiple \n12:30-2:00pm Lunch with Exhibitors Governors Hall & Prefunction \n2:00 – 3:00pm Concurrent Sessions Multiple \n3:00- 3:30pm Break – Visit Exhibitors Governors Hall & Prefunction \n3:30 – 4:30pm Concurrent Sessions Multiple \n4:30 – 5:30pm Social Hour on Exhibit Floor Governors Hall & Prefunction \nTHURSDAY\, MAY 22 \n7:30 – 8:30am Breakfast on Expo Floor Governors Hall & Prefunction \n7:30am – 2:00pm Exhibit Floor Open Governors Hall & Prefunction \n8:30 – 9:30am Concurrent Sessions Multiple \n9:30 – 10:00am Break – Visit Exhibitors Governors Hall & Prefunction \n10:00am – 12:00pm Concurrent Sessions Multiple \n12:00 – 2:00pm Lunch with Exhibitors Governors Hall & Prefunction \n2:00 – 4:00pm Concurrent Sessions Multiple \n5:30 – 6:00pm Cocktail Hour Tower Prefunction \n6:00- 7:00pm Awards Ceremony Tower Ballroom \n7:00 – 10:00pm Vegas Night Michigan Ballroom \nConcurrent Sessions \nFleet Track\, Peninsula BC \nManagement Track\, Mackinaw Ballroom \nOperations Track\, Peninsula A \nIn order to receive a full refund\, cancellation requests must be received before Monday\, May 12th. Cancellation requests received on or after this date (Monday\, May 12th) will not be refunded.
URL:https://miapwaevents.com/event/2025-great-lakes-expo/
LOCATION:Grand Traverse Resort and Spa\, 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd\, Acme\, MI\, 49610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Great Lakes Expo
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracy Spencer":MAILTO:tspencer@bellequip.com
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SUMMARY:2024 Great Lakes Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the 2024 MI-APWA Great Lakes Expo for three days of unparalleled learning\, networking\, and innovation at the premier event for public works professionals in the Great Lakes region. \nThis year’s Expo promises to be bigger and better than ever\, featuring: \n\nCutting-edge educational sessions: Dive deep into the latest trends and best practices in infrastructure management\, technology\, sustainability\, and more. Our diverse program offers something for everyone\, from seasoned professionals to emerging leaders.\nExhibitor Showcase: Connect with leading industry vendors and see the latest technologies and equipment in action. Explore innovative solutions to your toughest challenges and discover new ways to optimize your operations.\nNetworking opportunities: Build valuable connections with colleagues and peers from across the region. Expand your professional network\, share ideas\, and collaborate on future projects.\nNew this year: The Public Fleet Management Certificate program is intended for current and aspiring Fleet Managers and Lead Technicians.\nSpecial events: Don’t miss our exciting social events\, including the Welcome Reception and Awards Banquet\, where you can celebrate your achievements and build lasting relationships.\n\n\nKey Dates: \n\nRegistration Open: Now!\nRoom Block Closes: April 20\, 2024\nExpo Dates: May 21-23\, 2024\nLocation: Boyne Mountain Resort\, Boyne Falls\, MI\n\nHotel Rooming Link\n(or call 800.462.6963 and mention MI Chapter APWA) \nIn order to receive a full refund\, cancellation requests must be received before Monday\, May 13th. Cancellation requests received on or after this date (Monday\, May 13th) will not be refunded.
URL:https://miapwaevents.com/event/2024-great-lakes-expo/
LOCATION:Boyne Mountain Resort\, 1 Boyne Mountain Rd\, Boyne Falls\, MI\, 49713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Great Lakes Expo
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tracy Spencer":MAILTO:tspencer@bellequip.com
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SUMMARY:2023 Great Lakes Expo
DESCRIPTION:    Keynote speaker – Best-Selling Author – Inspirational Speaker\n\n\n\nDanny Bader is a best-selling author and sought-after speaker whose life was transformed by a near death experience. Danny speaks to audiences nationwide teaching people to invest in themselves\, develop vision\, and leverage useful thoughts to build momentum in the midst of monotony\, burnout and despair. His message is simple; “always commit to better days ahead.” \n  \nTentative Schedule at a Glance\nManagement Topics Include: \n\nData into Information\nMI-WARN – Essential in an Emergency\nGIS Mapping Software – Tool for Conditioning assessments\nManistee Shoreline Protection\nHow to use Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grants\nAsset Management: 3-legged Stool\n\nFleet Topics Include: \n\nFeasibility\, Funding & Fleets: Preparing for EV Charging\nTypes of Sweepers & Current Purchasing\nMunicipal Leasing\nEnhancing Communities for EV Charging\nManaging your Fleet Best Practices\n\nOperations Topics Include: \n\nChallenges of Deep San. Sewer Installation – 9 Mile Gravity\nPump Maintenance 101\nImplementing An Effective Pothole Patching Program\nMIOSHA Inspection Preparation\nHow A2 is using Technology for Decision Making\nThomas Township – San. Swr Improvements\n\nClick here to submit presentation topics\nReserve a Room\nOr call 231-534-6000 – Rooming Block closes April 23rd. \nEXHIBITORS \nFollowing MI-APWA policy\, in order to exhibit at the Great Lakes Expo\, you must register for one Full Conference Attendee in addition to the Standard Vendor 10′ x 10′ Booth.  If you wish to have more than the Standard 10′ x 10′ space please purchase the Additional 10′ x 10′ Booth ticket. \n2023 Booth Layout \nCANCELLATION POLICY \nIn order to receive a full refund\, cancellation requests must be received before Monday\, May 15th. Cancellation requests received on or after this date (Monday\, May 15th) will not be refunded. \n 
URL:https://miapwaevents.com/event/2023-great-lakes-expo/
LOCATION:Grand Traverse Resort and Spa\, 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd\, Acme\, MI\, 49610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Great Lakes Expo
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SUMMARY:Great Lakes Expo
DESCRIPTION:Click here to download the Expo Program\nHOTEL RESERVATIONS \nClick here to make your room reservation. \nHotel reservations must be made with Boyne Mountain Resort by April 23\, 2022. \nReservation requests received after that date will be made based upon availability. \nEXHIBITORS \nFollowing MI-APWA policy\, in order to exhibit at the Great Lakes Expo\, you must register for one Full Conference Attendee in addition to the Standard Exhibit Booth. \nEach exhibitor will be limited to one standard exhibit booth. \nEJ FOUNDRY TOUR \nNew this year! EJ has offered to host four foundry tours at their new location in Elmira. Each tour will be limited to 25 attendees. Transportation will be provided. The tour dates/time are below. If you are interested in attending\, please fill out the interest form here. You will receive a final attendance confirmation from James Cassel with EJ. \nWednesday\, May 25th\n9:15am-10:45am\n10:15am-11:45am \nThursday\, May 26th\n7:45am-9:15am\n8:45am-10:15am \nCANCELLATION POLICY \nIn order to receive a full refund\, cancellation requests must be received before Monday\, May 16th. Cancellation requests received on or after this date (Monday\, May 16th) will not be refunded.
URL:https://miapwaevents.com/event/2022-great-lakes-expo/
LOCATION:Boyne Mountain Resort\, 1 Boyne Mountain Rd\, Boyne Falls\, MI\, 49713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Events,Great Lakes Expo
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