MBP’s 2025 Annual Business Meeting & Conference Overview
Event Overview
This section is designed to provide a general overview of the MBP Annual Business Meeting. The Annual Business Meeting is the most important MBP event of the year in terms of solidifying the team around our vision, values and mission. It brings the MBP values and culture face to face with the entire team — both work and home team members. This year, we look forward to bringing everyone together with our new theme People | Purpose | Passion.
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RSVP
If you anticipate project-related or other reasons which will prevent you from attending, please discuss the situation with your supervisor and immediately notify the ABM Chair, Krista Manwaren.
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Transportation
Air Transportation is to be coordinated and confirmed through Pam Soyka. Please also reach out to Pam should you have any transportation-related questions.
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Hotel Floor Plan
Click here to view the Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor floor plan.
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Friday Night
When you arrive on Friday evening, we will have a meet and greet area set up so you can socialize, grab some dinner, catch up with team members, and even get a caricature done!
Plus…we’re excited to bring back theme night! With Baltimore’s two pro sports venues just a short walk from our hotel, let’s get into the game-day spirit by rocking your favorite sports attire. Whether it’s a jersey, hat, or your team’s colors, think of it as our very own tailgate before the big event. We’ll have some tailgate-inspired food and games as well!
At 8:00 we’ll cheer on the home team with a short presentation recognizing some individual and area achievements, so make sure to stick around.
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Silent Auction
A silent auction in support of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Foundation’s Disaster Response Fund will take place Friday evening through Saturday at 3:00 pm. More details will be posted in a future TeamNet announcement.
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Saturday Morning
All ABM attendees are welcome to jump-start the morning with a yoga session by Barri DeFrancisci at 6:30 am in Harborview. The first 30 participants will receive a free yoga mat.
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Business Meeting
The business meeting begins on Saturday morning following breakfast. The purpose of the business meeting is to communicate to the entire team the results of the past year, and to discuss plans for the coming year. Following the business meeting, breakout sessions will provide an opportunity for education and discussion among smaller groups. Details of the breakout sessions are provided to assist you in selecting which sessions you want to attend. The business meeting will resume with the serving of lunch. Dress for the business meeting is business casual (no jeans).
All team members are expected to attend the business meeting and all breakout sessions; spouses and significant others are invited to participate throughout at their preference.
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Headshot Photography
You will have the opportunity to have your MBP headshot taken on the third floor in the Calvert Room between 9:00 am and 12:30 pm. Please plan to participate if you have never had a professional headshot taken by MBP or if you would like a retake. Gentlemen, if you need a photo in a shirt and tie, be sure to bring an appropriate change of clothes.
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Saturday Afternoon
On Saturday afternoon, team members will have the opportunity to tour M&T Bank Stadium, the home of the Baltimore Ravens! The iconic stadium is just one mile from the hotel, and participants will get a behind-the-scenes look at the facilities.
* Please note that pre-registration was required during the ABM registration process. There will be two tours, one at 2:15 pm, and another at 3:15 pm. Be on the lookout for communication on group assignments.
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Saturday Night
Saturday night is a time of celebration! The evening starts with a cocktail reception and an opportunity to capture memories at our red carpet mirror photo kiosk! Following the reception, everyone will move to the main ballroom for dinner. Dinner is a great way to connect with team members you’ve never met or don’t get to see often.
Saturday night’s reception and awards dinner is semi-formal attire. Gentlemen: suit or sports coat, long-sleeve oxford or dress shirt, tie optional, no jeans, decent shoes (no work boots or sneakers). Ladies: a dress, pant suit, or slacks and a dressy top, heels, strappy sandals, flats, or dress shoes.
Dinner will include an awards presentation honoring winners in the Top Performer and Community Outreach categories. After the awards ceremony, we’ll continue the party with Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos!