2015 Spring Meeting

Starts:  Apr 9, 2015 06:00 PM (ET)
Ends:  Apr 11, 2015 11:00 PM (ET)

GENERAL INFORMATION

Dates:  April 9-11, 2015

Location: Disney Yacht and Beach Club Resorts - CLICK HERE to View Host Hotel

Local Airport:  Orlando International Airport (MCO)  -  22 miles from Resort

Transportation to and From Airport:

- Disney's Magical Express® Bus:  CLICK HERE

  • NOTE:  Disney's Magical Express® can take anywhere from 45 min to 2-hours with stops to each resort.

- Taxi

- Rental Car

Dress Code:  Resort casual for opening night and general sessions.  Semi-Formal for final night dinner.  (Tie optional for men)

  • SPECIAL NOTE FOR WOMEN:  It is recommended you wear flat shoes for the April 9th Opening Night Dinner due to the event being held on Disney Yacht and Beach Club Resorts Boardwalk just outside the hotel. 

Weather:  April weather in Orlando is highs in the 70's and lows in the low 60's with potential afternoon showers.

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ATTRACTIONS AND THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO

Walt Disney World® Resort  and the greater Central Florida Area are one of the world's top travel destinations due to the wide array of things to do. To help you plan your down time during the MTI Spring Meeting, we have included a couple of links below for your reference:

CLICK HERE to view everything there is to do at Walt Disney World® Resort

CLICK HERE to view all other local attractions

CLICK HERE to view Tips and Tricks to help make your Disney experience one to remember.

SPECIAL NOTE:  It is recommended to call ahead to any special restaurants you want to have dinner at during your stay and make reservations prior to you arriving in Orlando.

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HOTEL RESERVATIONS 

Host Hotel:  Disney Yacht and Beach Club Resorts

Reservation Phone #:   407-939-4686

Group Code:  G0617703

Room Rate: $179 per night

Special Note:  MTI room blocks fill up fast, we encourage you to book your room as soon as possible to ensure you are able to stay in the host hotel. The group rate is good for 3 days before or after the conference dates based on "availability."  If you plan to stay before or after the conference, you should book your room soon due to Disney hotels high demand.

 ​Cut off Date: ​March 9th

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MEETING REGISTRATION:

- ONLINE REGISTRATION:   CLICK HERE

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MEETING SCHEDULE:

Thursday, April 9

10:00 am - 4:00 pm:    Welcome Reception and Badge Pick-up

After you check-in to your room, you will venture down to the MTI welcome desk to pick up your Spring Meeting packet which will include your name badges, drink tickets, meeting information and a welcome beverage.

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm:    First Timers Welcome Reception

Connecting with others is always one of the toughest things to do for any first timer at a conference.  Not at MTI.  To help our first time attendees meet others, the MTI Board of Trustees invites all first timers to attend a special reception prior to the opening night dinner to get to know the leadership of MTI as well as Past Presidents in attendance.  


6:30 pm - 9:30 pm:    Opening Night Reception and Dinner

Enjoy an opening night of networking, cocktails and dinner at the beautiful Disney Yacht and Beach Club Resorts.  You will be hosted on the Yacht Club's Boardwalk along the inner beach with amazing views of all the nighttime activities taking place along the Boardwalk. 

Friday, April 10

9:00 am - 11:00 am:    SPOUSE/GUEST CONNECTION (Children Activities are provided at this event)

MTI believes that spouses should be as connected as members. Come and enjoy a healthy breakfast and have a chance to meet other spouses and guests who are in attendance at the Spring Meeting.  Many spouses have become life long friends through meeting at one of these events.

8:00 am - 9:00 am:   What Manufacturing Sectors Will Be The Future Winners 

Senior economist, Cliff Waldman from the Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation, will report on the forecasts for the top industries serviced by MTI members.  During this informative session, you will hear the good, bad and ugly in aerospace, automotive, housing, appliances, military and numerous other key industry sectors.

9:00 am -10:00 am:   Society 3.0… The Future of Work, Skills and Careers in a Technology Driven World

Technology is changing everything at such a rapid pace, especially the work place.  Dr. Tracy Wilen will share with you the 6-key areas every business needs to put focus on to connect with the next generation of workers and remain a relevant workplace for the future.

10:15 am -11:30 am:   The Manufacturing Renaissance... IT'S COMING BACK!

Ken Gronbach will be bringing the latest information and data on how manufacturing is swinging back to North America.  Everything he stated in our 2009 Spring meeting is currently happening with politics, manufacturing and people.  He will bring that futuristic mindset to Orlando to help us see where manufacturing is headed.

11:30 am - Noon:  MTI Spring Membership Meeting Progress Report

MTI President Jackie Peters and other committee chairs will provide valuable updates on various projects MTI is working on including benchmarking enhancements, technical specifications and training with the apprenticeship program.

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm:  Meet-Up Cocktail Reception

Night two is all about the freedom to see Central Florida and Walt Disney World® Resort You are invited to come and enjoy an hour of cocktails as you discuss with other members where you want to venture to and explore.  

Saturday, April 11  (SPOUSES AND GUESTS INVITED TO THESE SESSIONS)

8:00 am - 9:00 am:    How to Understand and Connect With Generation Y & Z

This session will help you understand the myths and truths behind generational differences.  It’s not enough to just tell someone of another generation, “just do it.”   Managers need to understand who their employees really are and how to empower their skills to be innovative.   Jeanna Mastrodicasa, Dean of Generational Studies at the University of Florida, will help you bridge the gap of understanding and how to tap into the next generation for everything.

9:00 am - 10:00 am:  You Want Me to Do What and When and Dress How?

Moderated by Jeanna, two 20 year olds, late 30 year olds and 55+ year olds will openly discuss a variety of topics put forth by the audience.  We all hear how generations think differently.  Well, now you will see it in an open format where members will experience the varying views held by different generations.  Should be quite an eye opener on all sides.

10:15 am - 11:45 am:  The Lighter Side of Space Flight

Ever imagine what it was like to be sitting in the cockpit of a rocket as the countdown begins... 10, 9, 8, 7, 6... it must be a pretty exhilarating feeling. Mike Mullane was one of the first astronauts on Space Shuttle Discovery. In Mike’s session, he will share an amazing and funny journey of spaceflight. Using spectacular video and slides he will answer everyone’s space questions:  What does a shuttle launch feel like?…How does an astronaut deal with the incredible fear of launch?… How do you sleep, bathe, eat, drink, etc.?  

6:30 pm - 11:00 pm:   Closing Night Reception, Dinner and Entertainment

After enjoying two days of educational sessions and seeing Orlando, enjoy dinner followed by the MTI Silent Party.  You don't want to miss it.  It is the perfect blend of entertainment for those who want to network and those who want to dance!  Bring your camera because pictures are a must!

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact the MTI Office at 904-249-0448 or info@heattreat.net.


Location

Disney Yacht and Beach Club Resorts
1700 Epcot Resorts Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Contact

MTI Offices
904-249-0448
niki@heattreat.net