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March 1–3, 2018Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

La Jolla, California

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In March 2018, the Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association will present an educational conference unique in the flooring industry. It is designed to give your career skills the boost you’ll need in the sports flooring market. We have developed a sensational program with top industry professionals and hope you’ll join us in La Jolla, for a world-class conference. Exciting and relevant industry educational programs, the NEW exhibit hall Passport Program, peer networking opportunities, product and service exhibits, a fabulous location and first class facilities are waiting for you. Take time now to make your hotel reservations, and register yourself and your staff for MFMA’s 2018 Conference.

Commit to the Leaf!

Sincerely,

The MFMA Sport Floor Contractor Members’ Advisory Council

Expanded educational sessions

Installation Forum is back

Keynote Speaker Bill Rancic

Networking with peers

Meet exhibitors

See new products

About the Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA)The Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA) is the authoritative source of innovative technical and general information about maple flooring and related sports flooring systems. MFMA’s membership consists of manufacturers, installation contractors, distributors, allied product manufacturers, and other related businesses who subscribe to established quality guidelines. Through cooperative member programs, MFMA establishes product quality, performance, and installation guidelines; educates end users about safety, performance, and maintenance issues; and promotes the use of maple [and sports] flooring products worldwide.

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Wednesday, February 28

2:00 PM – 5:30 PM Marketing Committee Meeting

2:00 PM – 5:30 PM Technical Committee Meeting

Thursday, March 18:30 AM – 12:00 PM Board of Directors Meeting

11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Exhibitor Set-Up

1:00 PM – 5:30 PM Conference Registration Open

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Opening Welcome / Keynote Presentation – Bill Rancic

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM How to Comply with the New OSHA Silica Rule – Tim Quinn – SGS Galson Laboratories

4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Opening Reception with Exhibitors

Friday, March 27:00 AM – 8:30 AM AI Exam (Testing Only)

7:30 AM – 10:00 AM Conference Registration Open

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Continental Breakfast

9:00 AM – 11:15 AM Exhibit Hall with Passport Program

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch

1:00 PM – 3:15 PM Conference Registration Open

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Flooring Projects and Hazardous Materials – Expect the Unexpected – Bill Freeman, Environmental Management Consulting, Inc.

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Combating Construction Turnover: Creating Employee Commitment and Loyalty - Brendon Nimphius, Retensa, LLC

3:00 PM – 3:15 PM Refreshment Break

3:15 PM – 4:15 PM Collecting Your Money – Dave Byrnes, Floors Incorporated

4:45 PM – 6:15 PM Conference Registration Open

5:15 PM – 7:30 PM Reception with Exhibitors

7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Exhibitor Dismantle

Saturday, March 37:30 AM – 12:30 PM Golf Tournament – Torrey Pines

9:00 AM – 12:30 PM Scavenger Hunt (offsite)

12:00 PM – 2:30 PM Conference Registration Open

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Successfully Staining & Tinting Maple Flooring – Panel Discussion

2:00 PM – 2:15 PM Members Assembly - MFMA’s Accredited Installers Program – Michael Foster, Foster Specialty Floors

2:15 PM – 2:30 PM Refreshment Break

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM Breakout Session - Installation Forum

4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Casino Night

7:30 PM – 10:00 PM MFMA Hall of Fame and Banquet

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Thursday, March 1

KEYNOTE SPEAKER2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Bill Rancic, Entrepreneur, Media Personality, Award Winning Author, Motivational Speaker, Media PersonalityAfter bursting on to the scene nearly 15 years ago as NBC’s first Apprentice, Bill Rancic has traveled to every part of the globe, sharing his life experiences with tens of thousands of leaders, businesses and organizations on a variety of important topics. Topics range from why some companies thrive in chaos — and others don't — to the leadership behaviors needed in a world beset by turbulence, uncertainty and dramatic change.

What makes Bill Rancic so unique is that he is both a student and teacher of leadership and has a healthy obsession with what makes great companies and leaders tick.

Having invested nearly two decades living the topic, Rancic has authored four books. They include You’re Hired: How to Succeed in Business and Life, which examines how some companies and leaders make the leap to superior results; the enduring classic Beyond the Lemonade Stand which teaches and empowers young people on the value of money and positive self image. In addition, Rancic co-authored I Do… Now What? with celebrity wife Giuliana Rancic where they share secrets to everlasting love. And, he just penned his first novel, First Light.

Driven by a relentless curiosity, Rancic graduated cum laude from Loyola University and went on to become a successful entrepreneur when he founded a monthly online subscription-based retailer. Since then, he has inspired millions of people around the globe on reaching their full potential. He is currently co-owner of the XOG Wine Company and the RPM Restaurant Group.

EDUCATIONAL SESSION3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

How to Comply with the New OSHA Silica Rule Tim Quinn, SGS Galson Laboratories

OSHA has announced a final silica rule to improve workers’ protection from the dangers of respirable silica dust. How can you assure compliance more easily to OSHA’s standard? Learn how to match the requirements of the new standard allowing you to easily monitor any silica dust hazard. Note, the final rule reduces the permissible exposure limit for crystalline silica to 50 micrograms per cubic meter of air, averaged over an eight-hour shift.

Mr. Quinn has been the Western Region BDM for SGS Galson Laboratories for 3 years with over a decade in closely helping clients with finding solutions to complex problems.

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(cont.)Friday, March 2

EDUCATIONAL SESSION1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Flooring Projects and Hazardous Materials - Expect The UnexpectedBill Freeman, Environmental Management Consulting, Inc.

This session will discuss the challenges faced when the unexpected is encountered during a flooring renovation project. We will discuss the regulatory implications as well as liability and insurance impacts related to hazardous materials involved in these projects. We will address the presence of asbestos, mold, lead and mercury related to a variety of flooring renovations. The presenter will share real life stories of projects that are properly pre-planned and executed and those that had no planning. We will also discuss some catastrophic events such as fires and floods involving large floors and the unexpected conditions encountered during the remedial efforts. The session will offer the proper steps that need to be taken during the planning stages of the project to minimize the unexpected and the liability of the contractor and owner alike.

William A. Freeman, CHMM is president at the Safety/Environmental consulting firm of Environmental Management Consulting, Inc. (EMC). Freeman serves in the capacity of a Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), a Certified Indoor Air Quality Professional (CIAQP) and holds multiple certifications in asbestos and lead management.

Mr. Freeman has written and lectured numerous occasions on the subject of occupational safety and hazardous materials management and offers over 30 years of diverse experience to every challenging project.

EDUCATIONAL SESSION2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Combating Construction Turnover: Creating Employee Commitment and LoyaltyBrendon Nimphius, Retensa, LLC

In every economic rebound of the last 70 years, voluntary turnover increases. Most often, it is the top talent that resigns, not the low performing staff. Are you prepared to retain the high performers in your construction company? Is it harder to find good construction workers and keep them? During this interactive seminar for construction industry professionals, employee retention expert Brendon Nimphius will present: how trends impact your recruiting and retention, attraction and retention, how to identify employees with “one foot out the door” and what motivates high performers.

Retensa retention experts will present an informative, interactive seminar to help participants apply real-world strategies and tactics to motivate and retain current employees, while creating an Employer Brand

for prospective candidates.

Brendon Nimphius is a Leadership & Management Trainer who partners with organizational leaders to engage and inspire their workforce. Brendon has facilitated management development programs and workshops to thousands of leaders in technology, healthcare, professional firms, and trade associations.

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(cont.)Friday, March 2 (cont.)

EDUCATIONAL SESSION3:15 PM – 4:15 PM

Collecting Your MoneyDave Byrnes, Floors Incorporated

You just completed a floor installation, and have yet to be paid. With the assistance of MFMA legal counsel, Jack Jeffries, we will lead a discussion on; Demand Letters, Mechanics Liens, Claim on Bonds and Prompt Payment statutes. The threat of a contractor utilizing these tools is a powerful incentive for a GC, CM and/or owner to make payment and not suffer the costs and delay in defending the contractors claim.

Dave Byrnes starting in the flooring business at age 14 at Donovan Equipment company. In 1979, his parents started Floors Incorporated, and he was employed as the "skilled" carpenter. He worked in this capacity through college and into 1985 when he began working as a delivery man / estimator for the family business. Byrnes then went to Action Floor Systems, for 17 years as the Midwest Sales

Representative, before returning to Floors Incorporated as President.

Saturday, March 3

EDUCATIONAL SESSION1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Successfully Staining & Tinting Maple FlooringPANEL DISCUSSION

I thought MFMA doesn’t recommend staining/tinting maple? MFMA is working towards changing that stance. Representatives from the MFMA Young Professionals Council and industry experts discuss the proper way to successfully stain/tint a maple floor to wow your client’s and give your floors that little something extra.

MEMBERS ASSEMBLY2:00 PM – 2:15 PM

MFMA’s Accredited Installers ProgramMichael Foster, Foster Specialty Floors

Michael Foster, your Sport Floor Contractors’ Advisory Council Chair and Sport Floor Contractor representative on the MFMA Board of Directors, will give you his thoughts on the MFMA Accredited Installers Program, why it is important to the MFMA and the industry, latest updates to the program and future training advancements that will be associated with the program.

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(cont.)BREAKOUT SESSION2:30 PM – 4:00 PM

INSTALLATION FORUM

Attendees will be broken into groups to discuss the installation issues you want addressed. Problems, concerns and situations will be discussed in small groups so that all attendees can provide solutions and ideas. Each group will have moderators that will lead discussion on different topics including safety training, tricks of the trade, installation techniques, common mistakes, game line painting tips, and discussions’ on stain and finish applications.

The meeting registration fee includes all education sessions, exhibit hall admittance, refreshment breaks, opening reception, evening reception, Casino Night, continental breakfast and lunch on Friday, and the MFMA Conference Banquet. Participation is limited to registered attendees, and the official MFMA Conference name badge is required for admittance to all sessions and events. Attendees may register in advance or on-site at the meeting. All registered attendees must be current MFMA members.

Payment/ConfirmationAll registrations must be accompanied by a check or Visa/MasterCard/Discover credit card number for the full amount of the registration. Checks are to be in U.S. funds and made payable to the Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association. Registrations cannot be processed without full payment.

CancellationsNotification of cancellation must be submitted to MFMA Headquarters in writing. A $50 cancellation fee will apply to cancellations received by February 15, 2018. No fees will be refunded for cancellations received after February 15, 2018. Registrations are transferable only with written notice to MFMA. Advance registrations will be confirmed in writing before the meeting. Name badges and program materials must be picked up at the MFMA Registration Desk, which will be located in the Grand Ballroom Foyer at the Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines.

Golf Tournament (Additional fee of $250 required – Please indicate participation on the registration form)

World famous Torrey Pines golf course sits on the coastal cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Torrey Pines is the home of the Farmers Insurance Open on the PGA Tour and the course hosted the U.S. Open in 2008.

Originally built in 1957 by William F. Bell, the courses here sit high atop a bluff that give incredible views of the Pacific Ocean and the abundant wildlife that can be seen all over the course and surrounding areas. Playing a course as beautiful and challenging as Torrey Pines is a truly an once-in-a-lifetime experience. Space is limited. Register now!

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(cont.)Scavenger HuntFeeling adventurous? Join the MFMA scavenger hunt! Pick a team or go solo, grab the instructions, a map and head out to downtown La Jolla via free shuttle and find the necessary items and post them on the MFMA Facebook page to qualify to win a $500 gift card.

Casino NightMFMA is happy to announce our first ever casino night! It’s really an afternoon but who’s counting? This event is open to registered attendees to enjoy an exciting afternoon alongside their friends and peers.

There will be Roulette, Craps and Blackjack. There will be music, free food, drinks, and prizes.

How it works...

Instead of playing for money you will be able to trade chips in for raffle tickets and turn your tickets in for a chance to win cool prizes.

MFMA Hall of Fame and BanquetThe banquet will close out the conference on Saturday, March 3 at 7:30 PM and attire for the event will be resort casual. Please note, if you plan to bring any guests to the banquet that are not registered for the meeting, you must purchase a banquet ticket for them. Each banquet ticket is $75. For any registered attendees or spouse/guests, the banquet ticket is included in the registration fee.

Spouse/Guest RegistrationMFMA invites you to bring the whole family. The Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines is close to all of the excitement of San Diego. Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines overlooks the legendary Torrey Pines Golf Course and the Pacific Ocean. Located between the villages of La Jolla and Del Mar and set atop the cliffs in the Torrey Pines State Reserve, Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines offers a feeling of seclusion while still being close to all that San Diego has to offer.

 Don’t forget about the many activities you can enjoy right at the hotel. The Hilton has a fitness center and a pool, where you can refresh and get energized. Torrey Pines State Reserve is perfect for a hike, or you can simply relax on the beaches of La Jolla and Del Mar.

Note: The Spouse/Guest registration fee includes all MFMA-hosted meal functions.

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Hotel AccommodationsMFMA has negotiated special room rates at the Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines. Conference attendees pay $212 USD for single/double occupancy per night (inclusive of resort fee), plus applicable taxes. The room rate includes access to in-room WiFi, in-room coffee, bottled water, “Kids eat dinner free” at Torreyana, Shiley’s Fitness Center, 15% off the Torrey Pines Pro Shop, 25% off cabanas at the pool, 20% off at the hotel gift shop. Covered amenities are subject to change. The special rate applies from Monday, February 26, through Tuesday, March 6. The Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines is located at 10950 N. Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037.

To reserve a room at the Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines, you can REGISTER ONLINE or call the hotel at +1-858-558-1500. Be sure to identify yourself as a MFMA 2018 Conference attendee to receive the special discounted rate. Discounted rooms are sold on a first-come, first-served basis, and discounted room rates apply only to MFMA attendee reservations received before February 5, 2018, provided rooms are still available in the MFMA room block. Make your reservations early to ensure your accommodations.

Hotel Cancellation PolicyIndividual guest room deposits will be refunded if reservations are cancelled at least 72 hours prior to the arrival date. If notification of cancellation is not received more than 72 hours in advance, one night’s room and tax will be charged to the credit card on file.

Air TravelDelta Air Lines is offering special discounted* airfares for the MFMA 2018 Conference attendees traveling domestically or internationally. Discounts vary, depending on the class of ticket purchased, up to 10% off the fare for domestic travel. Click here for detailed instructions for booking discounted airfare on Delta.

Ground TransportationThe Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines is located approximately 20 minutes from the San Diego International-Lindbergh Field Airport (SAN). Click here for information about ground transportation to and from the Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines.  

Car Rental

MFMA has negotiated car rental discounts for MFMA 2018 Conference attendees with both Avis and Budget Rental car. Click here for detailed instructions for booking discounted car rental through Avis or Budget.

 

Register early to take advantage of the discounted registration rate.

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MFMA Thanks the 2018 Conference Sponsors

Call +1-847-686-2362 to join this distinguished group of sponsors.

Registration Form

Please print or type

First Name (As you would like it to appear on your badge) Last Name

Company Name

Address

City State/Province Zip/Postal Code

Country (if outside the U.S.A.)

Phone

Email

Do not post my name on the registration lists.

Registration Fees On or before January 12–(Please check the appropriate box) January 11, 2018 February 22 Onsite

Member* (Dues Paying) $450 $500 $550

Spouse/Guest** $200 $225 $250

Spouse/Guest Name: __________________________________________________

Hall of Famer $0 $0 $0

Optional EventsGolf Tournament — Saturday, March 3, 2018 $250 per person

Club Handicap or Average Score _________

Your company must be a current member in good standing in order to attend the 2018 Conference

NOTE: *Transportation costs, hotel and miscellaneous

expenses are not covered by the above fee.

**Only available to those outside the maple fl ooring

industry.

Emergency Contact Information

Emergency Contact Name

Emergency Contact Phone

After hours phone number (in case of meeting cancellation)

After hours e-mail address (in case of meeting cancellation)

Cancellation PolicyNotifi cation of cancellation must be submitted in writing. Cancellations received by February 15, 2018, will be subject to a $50 cancellation charge. No refunds will be made for cancellations received after February 15, 2018. Substitutions are allowed at anytime but must be requested in writing, via email, fax or letter to MFMA Headquarters.

QuestionsIf you have any questions, please contact Amy Metzgar at +1-847-686-2290or email ametzgar@maplefl oor.org.

Onsite PhotographyBy registering for this conference, you authorize that photos that may be taken of you while attending the MFMA 2018 Conference can be used for MFMA purposes.

Special Needs: __________________________ __________________________ __________________________

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PaymentNo telephone registrations please. Payment in U.S. dollars only. Check VISA MasterCard Discover

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Registrations will not be processed without full payment. MFMA does not accept purchase orders. You will not be registered if you send in a purchase order.

MFMA Tax ID #36-2158171

Make checks payable to Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association and mail or fax payment and registration to:

Maple Flooring Manufacturers AssociationOne Parkview Plaza, Suite 800Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181Telephone: +1-847-686-2235Fax: +1-847-686-2253Email: mfma@maplefl oor.org

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MFMA MembershipApplication

Sport Floor Contractor MemberAny firm, partnership, or corporation regularly engaged in the business of installing Northern Hard Maple, Beech, or Birch flooring purchased from those organizations that qualify for membership as Milling Company Members.

Please complete the following. This information is confiden-tial and will be held at MFMA Headquarters to be used for industry statistical gathering purposes only.

1) Annual square footage of wood flooring installed: _____________ square feet

2) Annual square footage of northern hard maple installed: _____________ square feet

3) Annual square footage of MFMA maple installed: ____________square feet

4) Primary MFMA % of MFMA supplier(s): maple installed:

Aacer Flooring, LLC ________% Action Floor Systems, Inc. ________% Connor Sport Court Intl. ________% Horner Flooring Co. ________% North American Finishing, LLC ________% Robbins, Inc. ________% WD Flooring ________%

Total 100%

Annual Dues: $550.00

Additional Branch Office Memberships: $150 each

(Please attach additional location listing(s) to this application.)

Distributor MemberAny firm, partnership, or corporation regularly engaged in the business of selling, at wholesale, Northern Hard Maple, Beech or Birch flooring purchased from those organizations that qualify for membership as Milling Company Members, but not in the business of installing Northern Hard Maple, Beech or Birch flooring.

Please complete the following. This information is confidential and will be held at MFMA Headquarters to be used for industry statistical gathering purposes only.1) Annual square footage of wood flooring

installed: _____________ square feet2) Annual square footage of northern hard maple

installed: _____________ square feet3) Annual square footage of MFMA maple

installed: ____________square feet4) Primary MFMA % of MFMA

supplier(s): maple installed: Aacer Flooring, LLC ________% Action Floor Systems, Inc. ________% Connor Sport Court Intl. ________% Horner Flooring Co. ________% North American Finishing, LLC ________% Robbins, Inc. ________% WD Flooring ________%

Total 100%5) Please indicate in which region(s) you distribute MFMA

material. Also indicate the percentage sold/distributed by region:

New England ________% Mountain ________% Mid-Atlantic ________% Midwest ________% Pacific Northwest ________% Southeast ________% Pacific Southwest ________% Canada ________% South Central ________% Other (specify) ________%

Annual Dues: $550.00

Allied Manufacturer MemberAny firm, partnership or corporation regularly engaged in the business of manufacturing products or equipment utilized in the installation of, protection of, or manufacturing of MFMA grade marked and stamped Northern Hard Maple, Beech or Birch flooring shall be eligible for membership as an Allied Member.

Please complete the following. This information is confiden-tial and will be held at MFMA Headquarters to be used for industry statistical gathering purposes only.1) Please indicate the product(s) you supply/manufacture

for the wood flooring industry: Fasteners/Anchors Sealers/Finishes/Paints/Resins Striping/Taping/Lettering Supplies & Equipment Abrasives/Sanding Equipment Concrete Leveling Materials Moisture Barriers/Vapor Protection Materials Maintenance Supplies & Equipment Protective Covers Other (specify) _________________2) Please indicate in which region(s) you sell/distribute

installation materials/supplies. Also indicate the percentage sold/distributed by region:

New England ________% Mountain ________% Mid-Atlantic ________% Midwest ________% Pacific Northwest ________% Southeast ________% Pacific Southwest ________% Canada ________% South Central ________% Other (specify) ________%

Annual Dues: $1,550.00

Applicant Information (print or type)

Company Name

Contact Name

Address City State Zip

Phone FAX

E-mail

MFMA Mark AgreementWe, the undersigned, do hereby make application for membership in the MFMA. We agree to abide by the Bylaws of the Association, to pay all duly levied dues and assessments, and to offer our cooperation in the activities of the Association to further its objectives within the limits provided by the Bylaws. We confirm agreement with Article 3 Section 6 of the current Bylaws, which grants us a royalty-free, non-exclusive right and license to use the MFMA mark under the following conditions: 1) during such time as we are a member of MFMA in good standing (renewal is annual), and 2) only in connection with products produced by MFMA Milling Company Members.

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My check #____________ is enclosed with this application.

* MFMA dues are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.However, dues payments are deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Consult your tax advisor for further information.

Please return this application with payment to:

MFMA • One Parkview Plaza, Suite 800, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 USA

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