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 the theme of Moving Beyond Present.
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.
Air Transportation is to be coordinated and confirmed through Pam Soyka. Please also reach out to Pam should you have any transportation-related questions.
The majority of ABM activities will take place on the main level of the hotel in the State Ballroom. Please view the hotel floor plan here.
When you arrive on Friday evening, we will have a meet and greet area set up in the State Ballroom from 6:30 – 10:30 pm so you can socialize, grab some dinner, and catch up with team members.
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.
Stay tuned for more information about planned Saturday afternoon events.
Saturday night is a time of celebration! The evening starts with a cocktail reception. This year, we will have award-winning magician Joseph Young entertaining us during the cocktail hour and throughout the night. 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 celebration there will be entertainment – this year we have the pleasure of welcoming The Parks Brothers band. Get ready to dance the night away, or sit back, relax, and enjoy the performance!