July 29, 2018 – August 1, 2018

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Longboat Key, Florida

2018 AEC

Best Practices

Conference

Renaissance

Nashville Hotel

Nashville, TN

The MCAA Association Executives Best Practices Conference is

a three day, in-depth examination of best practices in

association management. The objective of the conference is to

further the professionalism of the staff executives of MCAA’s

affiliated associations, empowering them to better serve and

represent their contractor members.

July 29, 2018 – August 1, 2018

Apprenticeship – it is not just the UA!

What can an association do to positively impact trends in

apprenticeship?

The JATCs are the heart and soul of trade workforce development.

This session explores tips and techniques for associations and how our

participation is essential on committees and trusts. An actual JATC

coordinator will answer questions about best practices on all things

apprenticeship.

Interviewer: Ed Kommers

Interviewee: PJ Moss, Training Coordinator

for Seattle Area Pipe Trades

Why Your Role Matters on the Trust Funds!

What all execs should know about the role of the Association on

Trust Funds

The Association and the Exec have an important role on the trust funds

with an impact on bargaining. This panel session presents the

importance and impacts of the Exec’s role on trust funds and

describes the obligations of the association.

Moderator: Ed Kommers

Panelists: Jeff Gaecke and Richard Sawhill

A New Spin on UA Recruiting

Ideas on how our associations can best support the UA growth

initiative efforts at the local level

The UA is emphasizing the recruitment of workers beyond

apprenticeship. This goes beyond the old fashioned “organizing”

and focuses on marketing to people and non-union firms. This

session presents practices on how the association can best

participate in this effort and meet the needs

of our contractors.

Moderator: Ed Kommers

Presenters: Tim Brink and David Davia

Avoiding Tech Blunders

Sketchy practices in technology for the association and

how to avoid them

Case studies on what works and what doesn’t as

discovered in recent MCAA ELI technology reviews.

Presenter: Aaron Hall

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Bargaining Boot Camp

The as-yet-untold and not so secret keys to success

Many resources exist to help with basic bargaining-

what are they and how can they best be used?

Moderator: Bob Looman

Keep Out of Jail

Good governance is critical to an association’s success. How

does your association rank on the multitude of statutory

requirements?

Steve Lamb hosts a quiz game show!

Stayin’Alive: Revenue Alternatives

An association’s alternatives to declining revenues - A case study

Many of our associations have seen hours and industry fund revenues decline.

This module explores the case study of one non-traditional management model

that developed over time to manage multiple construction associations

comprised of both industry-fund and non-industry fund groups. In addition to

lessons in leveraging the many economies of scale, there are examples of

revenue generation and demonstrating value that can be gleaned from

experience with dues-funded associations that translate directly to industry-fund

associations.

Presenters: Robert Pope and Valerie Pope

The Millennial Stampede

New approaches to engage the next generation of our member

contractor employees with the association

This session is designed to encourage brainstorming of ideas. Our

contractor members are going through a generation change that

will significantly impact the association. Participate in this session to

explore how this transition impacts the association’s structure,

culture, and programs. Format will be idea lightning rounds with

chosen table captains.

Facilitator: Robin Cowper

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Civil War Tour (open to guests)

Tuesday from 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., with Dick Sawhill

The Battle of Nashville was a two-day battle in the Franklin-

Nashville Campaign that represented the end of large-scale

fighting west of the coastal states in the American Civil War.

We will have 3 stops; Winstead Hill, Carter House and Carnton

Plantation.

It was fought at Nashville, TN, on December 15–16, 1864.

Forty-five seats are available, reserve your tour now.

Golf (open to guests)

Organized by Tony Saporito

Enjoy Tuesday playing golf at the Gaylord Springs Golf Links.

Tee times begin around 12:30 p.m. and will get you back to

the hotel by 6 p.m.

Sixteen spots are available, reserve your golf now.

Education Session (1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.)

The Myths and Facts of Strikes

Lead by Ed Kommers

While an uncommon experience, strikes and work stoppages

can be extremely disruptive to morale and industry success.

There are many emotions and myths that come into play and it

can be difficult for an association exec to sort out the facts and

applicable laws and regulations. This facilitated workshop will

use some recent actual relevant case studies to promote

discussion about potential actions and strategies for the

association executive.

Tuesday Afternoon Optional Activities

Joyride Sightseeing Tour of Nashville

Tour Company

Monday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Want to see Nashville from a local’s perspective? Want to

have your own personal guide for your group? Now you can!

Joyride offers the country’s most unique, 1.5 hour sightseeing

experience that allows you to see, touch and smell your way

through.

Joyride is a point-to-point transportation and touring service

that uses low-speed vehicles (LSV) that are driven by trained

‘Driver Ambassadors’ who provide an exciting but

safe experience.

Monday Spouse/Guest Program – Registered Guests Only

Sunday, July 29

3:00 p.m – 4:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m – 7:00 p.m.

ELI Committee Meeting

Registration and Opening Reception

Country Room

Monday, July 30

7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. Breakfast Ryman Foyer

The following sessions will be held in the Belmont 1 & 2 Rooms (3rd Floor)

7:30 a.m. – 7:45 a.m.

7:45 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Welcome and Introductions

MCAA Update

Apprenticeship – It’s not just the UA!

PJ Moss, Seattle Area Pipe Trades; Ed Kommers, MCA of Western Washington

Spouse/Guest Nashville Tour (off site)

Avoiding Technology Blunders

Aaron Hall, MCA of Akron

11:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch Ryman Room

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

A new spin on UA growth initiatives – How associations can help

Tim Brink, M&SCA of Eastern Pennsylvania; Dave Davia, MCA of Colorado

The Millennial Stampede – The next generation of association members

Robin Cowper, MCA of Western Washington

Offsite Networking Reception and Dinner

The Standard at the Smith House

Tuesday, July 31

7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. Breakfast Ryman Foyer

The following sessions will be held in the Belmont 1 & 2 Rooms (3rd Floor)

7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. UA Update

9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Why your role matters on Trust Funds

Dick Sawhill, ARCA MCA; Jeff Gaecke, MCA of Wisconsin

10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Stayin’ Alive – Revenue alternatives for the association

Valerie Pope and Robert Pope, MCA of Greater Dayton

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Preliminary Conference Agenda

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Boxed Lunch to Go Ryman Room

Please choose one of the following afternoon events:

12:30 p.m. Golf at the Gaylord Springs Golf Links

12:30 p.m. Battle of Nashville Civil War Tour

1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Education Session – The Myths and Facts of Strikes

Ed Kommers, MCA of Western Washington

Evening on Own

Wednesday, August 1

7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. Breakfast Ryman Foyer

The following sessions will be held in the Belmont 1 & 2 Rooms (3rd Floor)

7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Bargaining Boot Camp

Bob Looman, MCA of Kansas City

9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Avoid bad things! A governance quiz game

Steve Lamb, MCAA Best Pratices Mentor

10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. AEC Business Meeting

11:15 a.m. Conference adjourns

2018 AEC

Preliminary Conference Agenda

AEC Best Practices Conference Renaissance Nashville Hotel ◼ Nashville, TN July 29 – August 1, 2018

Attendee Information

Name Badge Name

Spouse/Guest Badge Name

Guest Guest

Company Name Title

Street Address

City State Zip

Registrant’s Email Cell Phone Work

Email address(es) to send meeting confirmation:

Registration Fees Price

Association Executive $0

Spouse/Guest $375

- Spouse/Guest Program – Joyride Sightseeing Tour of Nashville Monday July 30 at 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

$0

Total

Tuesday Afternoon Optional Activities after 12:30 p.m. To assist in planning, please indicate what session you are interested in attending:

Golf at Gaylord Springs (Limited Availability) - $75 (including cart) Primary Attending Spouse/Guest Attending Battle of Nashville Civil War Tour, facilitated by Dick Sawhill Primary Attending Spouse/Guest Attending Education Session: Myths and Facts of Strikes, facilitated by Ed Kommers Primary Attending

Check (payable to MCAA) AMEX MC VISA

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Hotel Registration Room Type Single/Double Rate

Standard Room $240/night Club Level Room (Limited Availability) $270/night

Arrival Departure

Do you have any special hotel requirements?

Rooms at the Group Rate Are Limited And Subject To Availability Reservations are made on a first come, first serve, space available basis. Every effort will be made to confirm bedding type, although, bedding guarantees are not confirmed. Hotel room rates are for Single and Double occupancy. Hotel room rates are subject to applicable local and state taxes; currently 15.25% plus $2.50 per room. Taxes are subject to change without notice. Check in time is 4:00 PM and check out time is 12:00 PM. Cancellations within 48 hours of arrival may result in forfeiture of deposit.

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Register online at www.mcaa.org/events

If you have questions, please contact the MCAA Meetings Department:

▪ By phone: (301) 869-5800 ▪ By e-mail: eventregistration@mcaa.org ▪ By fax: 1(240) 238-2699 ▪ By mail: Meeting Dept., 1385 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD 20850

Our business hours are 9:00 am–5:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday

MCAA Cancellation & Refund Policy If it becomes necessary to cancel your participation in the conference, please send written notification to MCAA as soon as possible. Please note the following refund information:

Substitutions are always accepted.

You will receive a full registration refund if you cancel by July 13, 2018.

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