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AMCA INTERNATIONAL October 17-20, 2014

The Fairmont Hotel Southampton, BermudaMeeting

59TH ANNUAL

2014 AMCA INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL MEETING

August 2, 2014

Dear AMCA Member,

As I write this letter, I’m reflecting a bit on the Fan Efficiency Symposium that AMCA just hosted in Schwäbisch Hall, Germany. There were 85 attendees representing 10 countries, and our nine speakers represented seven countries. Why were they there? Because efficiency regulations affect the companies they work for, and they have a real need to learn more about existing and future regulations. It was a powerful meeting. We intend to continue the trend of hosting meetings with impact, and our 59th Annual Meeting in Bermuda ensures continuation of the momentum we’ve generated.

As you examine the schedule for the Annual Meeting, you’ll find that we’ve given thought to the schedules and agendas; we aim to provide a more dynamic atmosphere that encourages attendees to look to the future. We start with a kick-off meeting that welcomes our members, first-time attendees, invited guests and sponsors. This meeting will orient members to what lies ahead over the next several days. We’ve expanded the time for discussing rebate programs, building codes and standards, and the impending DOE regulation. The sponsorship event has a new time slot to free up an evening to explore Bermuda, and the event has been relocated to a better venue for our members to get to know our sponsors. The division meetings will take on a new format, in which we concentrate on strategy instead of reporting on status. And we end with a general session to drive home the directions taken during the meetings, including those taken by the board.

As we pointed out last year at this time, there’s even more happening in our industry regarding codes, standards, regulations, utility programs and legislation. These changes will affect your future, so please plan to attend. And if you’re thinking about becoming more active in the Air Movement and Control Association, there’s no better time than now—no more critical time than now—to get involved and have an impact on your business’ environment.

Regards,

Mark Stevens

Deputy Executive Director

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Wednesday, October 155:00 PM – 6:00 PM Audit Committee Meeting (Closed)

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Europe AMCA Board Meeting (Closed) • Dinner will be served during this meeting

Dinner On Your Own

Thursday, October 16 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Executive Committee Meeting (Closed)

8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Past Presidents Meeting (Closed) • Continental Breakfast

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Executive Committee and Board of Directors Breakfast10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 2013-2014 Board of Directors Meeting (Closed)

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Registration 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Board of Directors Lunch • Board of Directors, Past Presidents, Invited Guests

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM 2013-2014 Board of Directors Meeting (Closed)

5:15 PM – 5:30 PM 2014-2015 Board of Directors Meeting (Closed)

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Board of Directors Reception (Closed) • Board of Directors, Past Presidents, Spouse/Guest and Invit-ed Guests

Dinner On Your Own

Friday, October 177:00 AM – 8:00 AM Buffet Kickoff Breakfast

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Registration

8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Annual Meeting Kickoff – Opening Session • First-Time Attendees Introduced • Sponsors Introduced • Overview of Meetings and Events • Bermuda Chamber of Commerce • Regional Topics

9:45 AM – 11:45 AM Fan Efficiency: Codes/Standards, Regulations and Rebates

11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Spouse/Guest Event • Grilling with Gosling’s

12:00 PM – 1:45 PM Sponsor Mini Trade Show • All-Member Lunch • Sponsor Presentations

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Air Control Codes/Standards3:15 PM – 5:15 PM Air Curtain Engineering Committee Meeting3:15 PM – 5:15 PM Marketing Committee Meeting6:30 PM – 9:30 PM All-Member Welcome Reception/Dinner

Saturday, October 187:00 AM – 8:00 AM Continental Breakfast

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Air Movement Division & Strategy Session 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Air Control Division & Strategy Session

Lunch On Your Own1:00 PM Golf Scramble @ Turtle Hill Golf Club @ Fairmont Southampton

2:00 PM Tennis TournamentDinner On Your Own

Sunday, October 197:30 AM – 8:30 AM Continental Breakfast

8:00 AM – 8:30 AM Church Service

8:45 AM – 10:15 AM Seminar 1 • Brian Beaulieu, ITR Economist (Spouses/Guests Welcome)

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Seminar 2 • Scott Hunter, Author of “Unshackled Leadership” (Spouses/Guests Welcome)

Lunch On Your OwnAfternoon Tour 1 – Bermuda Sailing Regatta

Afternoon Tour 2 – St. George’s & The East End Tour – Includes Crystal Caves

Afternoon Free Time6:00 PM Photo Session (Board of Directors and Past Presidents)

6:30 PM – 7:15 PM President’s Reception7:30 PM – 10:30 PM President’s Dinner and Award Ceremony

Monday, October 209:00 AM – 10:00 AM Farewell Breakfast • 60th Annual Meeting 2015 Location Video • Golf & Tennis Prizes Awarded

10:15 AM – 12:00 PM Closing Session – Business Meeting Recap

Agenda

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2014 AMCA INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL MEETING

SeminarsSEMINAR 1: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 8:45 AM – 10:15 AM

U.S. And Global Economic Outlook Through 2017 and Management Objectives to Maximize ProfitabilityBRIAN BEAULIEU

One of the country’s most informed economists, Brian Beaulieu has served as CEO of ITR Economics since 1987, where he researches the use of business cycle analysis and economic forecasts to increase profitability.

Brian has been providing workshops and economic analysis seminars to thousands of business owners and executives all over the world for the last 31 years. During that period, he has also consulted with companies that needed domestic and global perspectives to help forecast and increase profits based on business-cycle-trend analysis.

He is co-author of “Prosperity in the Age of Decline,” which provides a powerful look into how to make the most of the U.S. and global trends. Brian also co-authored “Make Your Move,” a practical and insightful guide

on increasing profits through business cycle changes. Brian is on the board of directors of the Ariens Company, a global leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment, and he is a member of the Investment Committee for NorthStar Financial Services, CLS Investments, in Omaha, Neb. Brian is also chief economist for Vistage International, a global organization of CEOs comprising over 16,000 members. Brian’s views have appeared in/on The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Barron’s, USA Today, CNBC TV, FOX Business TV, Knight Ridder News Services, Reuters, CBS Radio, The Washington Times, Forbes, Atlanta Journal Constitution, KERA TV, Canadian TV and numerous other outlets. He is a regular columnist and contributing economist to national trade associations and publications.

SEMINAR 2: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

The Mindset of a Leader SCOTT HUNTER, BEE, JD, CSP

Scott Hunter has been transforming organizations for over two decades through keynote speeches, workshops, retreats and management-team coaching. Since 1985, he has helped hundreds of businesses, delivered over 1,000 speeches and worked with over 250,000 individuals. He has conducted over 200 corporate retreats for groups as small as two and as large as 44, consistently facilitating breakthroughs in the participants’ personal and professional lives and setting the stage for the companies they manage to achieve results beyond expectations. Client feedback is enthusiastic. “In the nine months since we started to work with you, we’ve had more opportunities and successes than in the previous nine years,” says one client. “You changed the way we do business,” another claims. Following receipt of an engineering degree from the City University of New York, Scott spent four years working in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in Washington, D.C., while attending George Washington

University Law School at night. Scott graduated in the top 10% of his class and moved to California, where he eventually opened a private law practice. Eleven years into his law practice and motivated by the desire to take his business to the next level, Scott began researching what it takes for people to produce extraordinary results in their personal lives and careers, breaking through to new levels of profitability and success. He took classes, read books and signed up for one seminar after another. After several years of study, Scott became a partner in a major law firm, managing an office and enjoying a level of success he had previously only dreamed of. In 1984, Scott decided to retire from his law practice so he could help other companies make the same journey he had made. Using what he learned, he realized he could guide others to bypass costly, time-consuming detours. Scott created a 15-step system to deliver repeatable results and he has been teaching that system for more than 25 years. Now Scott works as a successful business coach and speaker. He speaks to thousands of people each year and shares advice with CEOs of corporations of all sizes. His book “Unshackled Leadership” has received positive reviews and garnered a following among executives, professionals and students. He has been recognized as an expert on over 50 radio talk shows and appeared on a number of television news programs. In 2007, he was recognized by the National Speakers Association and was awarded the Certified Speaking Professional designation.

Receptions and Dinners

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Receptions and Dinners

Friday, October 17, 20146:30 PM – 9:30 PM

The Fairmont Southampton, Beach Terrace

Attire: Casual (comfort is key)Set on The Fairmont Southampton’s beach and beach terrace, this event is a blaze of tropical colors! As you enter the bash, you will be serenaded by the sounds of the famous steel pan. Look forward to an appearance by the unique Bermuda Gombeys, an iconic symbol of Bermuda. These performers provide a glimpse into folklife tradition, reflecting the island’s blend of African, Caribbean and British cultures and resulting in a performance full of colorful and intricate masquerade, dance and drumming. Throughout the evening, you will have breathtaking views of the azure, crystal clear Bermuda waters.

Continuous shuttle buses will depart from the hotel lobby and take you down to the beach beginning at 6:30 PM. Return shuttle service from the beach will be available beginning at 8:00 PM.

Sunday, October 19, 2014Reception: 6:30 PM – 7:15 PMDinner and Program: 7:30 PM – 10:30 PMThe Fairmont Southampton, Poinciana Ballroom

Attire: Dressy Casualn Men – slacks, sport coats, collared shirts (no suits or ties required)n Ladies – dresses, skirts and blouses, pantsuits

The president’s dinner is sure to be a memorable evening of culinary delights and entertainment, Bermuda-style!

The night will come alive with the sounds of Working Title. Working Title is a five-piece, high-energy band that has been playing together for over five years, performing every genre of music from contemporary pop rock to R&B to blues to reggae. They will be sure to get you out on the dance floor!

“Beach Bash” Welcome

Reception/Dinner

President’s Reception and Dinner

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2014 AMCA INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL MEETING

MEETING REGISTRATIONMeeting Fee: $745 per memberSpouse/Guest Fee: $445Children 15–20: $150Children under 15: Free (Invited to attend Welcome Reception/Dinner, mini trade show lunch & all breakfasts)

Volunteer participation credits (VPC) may only be applied towards registration fees.

Register online: https://www.regonline.com/amca2014annual

Registration Cutoff Date: September 19, 2014

TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATIONAir Travel: Flights to Bermuda are limited. Therefore, we encourage you to book flights early for best availability and fares. Flights will be booked to L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) in Bermuda.

Transportation to/from the hotel: The Fairmont Southampton is located approximately 45 minutes from the airport.n Bermuda has two Fairmont hotels on the island. Be sure to specify to your driver that you are going to the Fairmont Southampton.n The average taxi cost is $60-65. Taxis do not accept credit cards, but they do accept U.S. dollars.n Direct shuttle service to and from airport can be arranged by making online reservations at CEO Transport (https://www.limobermuda.com/ceo/) or by calling U.S. toll free +1 (855) 859-6454 or +1 (441) 234-4366. Shared shuttle is $15 per person, one way.n A private taxi is $82 one way and can accommodate up to four people. Private transfers and island tours are also available. Rates are subject to change without notice.n There are no car rental services allowed in Bermuda.

Complimentary On-Property Shuttle Service: The hotel provides a shuttle to take you to various designated locations on the hotel property. Shuttles run from 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM and depart from the front of the hotel.

Complimentary Ferry Service: There is a complimentary ferry service available between the Fairmont Southampton, the Fairmont Hamilton Princess and the town of Hamilton. Your hotel room key is required for boarding. The ferry departs from the Waterlot Inn dock, a two-minute trolley ride from the hotel. The ride is approximately 25 minutes. Golf clubs/bags are permitted on board, but no luggage is allowed. Guests have signing privileges at both hotels.

Travel and GeneralInformation

Ferry Schedule: The ferry departs Fairmont Southampton to Fairmont Hamilton Princess Hotel at 9:00 AM, 12:30 PM and 5:30 PM. It departs Fairmont Hamilton Princess to Fairmont Southampton Hotel at 10:00 AM, 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM

PASSPORTS/VISASBermuda requires all visitors, including children and infants, to carry a valid, government-issued passport. Access to Bermuda will be denied without the proper passport identification. Nationals from certain countries require visas. For a complete listing of those requiring visas, please go to the government of Bermuda website (http://tinyurl.com/bermuda-visa).

CUSTOMSAll visitors arriving Bermuda are given a Bermuda customs form by airlines and are required to complete both sides prior to clearing Bermuda immigration. For more information regarding Bermuda customs information, please go to the government of Bermuda website (http://tinyurl.com/Customs-Bermuda). All passengers traveling to the U.S. will clear U.S. customs in Bermuda.

ATTIREHotel’s standard attire: resort casualMeeting attire: business casual Feel free to be comfortable in slacks, polo shirts, sweaters, blazers, and blouses. Most importantly, wear comfortable shoes. We recommend you dress in layers, as temperatures in meeting rooms can vary.Welcome Reception/Dinner: casual and comfortablePresident’s Reception/Dinner: dressy casualMen: slacks, sport coats, collared shirts (ties not required)Women: dresses, skirts and blouses or sweaters, pantsuits

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATIONCurrency: The official currency is the Bermuda dollar. The U.S. dollar is accepted island-wide, as the currencies are set at the rate of one-to-one exchange. There is no sales tax in Bermuda. Canadian dollars, British pounds and other foreign currency need to be exchanged at local banks. ATMs can also exchange money and will dispense in Bermuda dollars.Electricity: The electrical current in Bermuda is 110 volts, 60Hz AC, which is the same voltage supported by the U.S. and Canada. Travelers from the U.K. and Europe will need to use an adapter since two-pronged plugs are in use island-wide.Temperature & Time: Bermuda is a British overseas territory located in the north Atlantic Ocean. It is a subtropical island with average October temperatures of 72-79° Fahrenheit during the days and slightly cooler temperatures in the evenings. Bermuda is on Atlantic Daylight Time.Telecommunications: Bermuda’s country code is 441. Most mobile devices will work on the island; however, you should check with your carrier ahead of time to be sure. To avoid excessive roaming charges, visitors may rent mobile phones. Worldwide and international prepaid calling cards can also be purchased locally.

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Hotel and ReservationInformation THE FAIRMONT SOUTHAMPTON101 South Shore RoadSouthampton, Bermuda SN 02+1 (441) 238-8000 Website: http://www.fairmont.com/southampton-bermuda/

Perched on Bermuda’s stunning south shore with miles of pink sand beaches, the luxurious Fairmont Southampton beach resort sits on nearly 100 acres, dotted with lush bougainvillea and towering coconut palms.

Hotel Check-In Time: 4:00 PM Hotel Check-Out Time: 12:00 PM

Questions? Please contact our meeting manager Janet Blanchfield with any questions regarding registration at jblanchfield@amca.org or +1 (847) 704-6255.

AMCA has contracted a block of guest rooms at the Fairmont Southampton for the 2014 Annual Meeting. The AMCA-discounted rates and dates are available Thursday, October 16, through Monday, October 20. The official room block, discounted rate and availability are not guaranteed if reservations are made after September 19, 2014. After this date, the AMCA room block is released, and the hotel may charge significantly higher rates. All reservations require a credit card as a reservation guarantee. Emailed acknowledgements will be sent after each reservation.

Room rates: Room rates range from $269-$329 plus tax per night. All sleeping room details and pricing option are available on the AMCA housing website. To reserve a room, please go to the AMCA housing website at https://resweb.passkey.com/go/airmovementcontrolassn or call the Global Reservations Centre at +1 (800) 441-1414. Please say you are attending the Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) Meeting in October. The discounted group rate will be extended three days before and after the meeting, based on availability.

Rates are subject to a 9.75% government tax.

ADDITIONAL MANDATORY HOTEL FEES/CHARGES: Please note that the following mandatory charges are not included in the above hotel room rates. Resort Levy: There is an additional $10.00 per-person (plus 9.75% tax) daily resort levy to cover operational and administrative services, including shuttle service, ferry service, golf club handling and storage. Gratuity: There is a mandatory gratuity distributed to several departments within the hotel, including porterage and housekeeping. Gratuity is charged on a daily, per-person basis and is determined by room category. AMCA deluxe rooms have a gratuity charge of $11.20 per person, per day. When dining in the hotel’s restaurants and bars, a mandatory 17% gratuity will be added to your bill.

Additional Room Occupants: Room rates are based on double occupancy. For guests over 18 years of age, there will be an additional charge of $30.00 per night for each additional person, plus the daily gratuities of $11.20 and the daily resort levy of $10.00 per person, per day. Room rate and resort levies are exclusive of a 9.75% tax. Children 18 years and under sharing a room with their parents are complimentary; however, they are subject to daily gratuities and the daily resort levy. Children five years and under do not pay the resort levy but must pay gratuities. The maximum occupancy is four people per guest room.

Cancellation Policy: Room cancellations made 48 hours or less prior to scheduled arrival will be subject to a two-nights room and tax penalty.

Fairmont President’s Club and Gold PolicyIn order for guests to receive complimentary Wi-Fi and fitness center privileges, you must enroll in the Fairmont President’s Club prior to arrival using the following website: www.fairmont.com/fpc/enroll. If you enroll upon arrival at the hotel, your benefit will begin with your next stay at the Fairmont Hotel and will not be applicable to the current stay. There are no exceptions to this Fairmont policy. If you are not a member of the Fairmont President’s Club, the daily rate for in-room business Wi-Fi is $13.95 per 24 hours. Premium business internet is $23.95 per 24 hours. The fitness center access is $15 per day or $40 for unlimited usage during your stay.

Important Information Regarding Guest Room Internet Access and Fitness Center:

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