2028 Spring Meeting


Thursday, April 20, 2028
to Saturday, April 22, 2028
Category: National Meetings

Set along Florida’s stunning Gulf Coast, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa delivers the perfect combination of high-impact business strategy and resort-style escape—making it an exceptional destination for the 2028 MTI Spring Meeting, August 20–22.

Picture this: mornings spent diving into the most pressing issues shaping the future of heat treating to navigate the road to 2030—followed by afternoons unwinding in a world-class setting designed to recharge your energy and sharpen your thinking.

Float down the resort’s lazy river. Connect with peers over poolside conversations. Step onto a private boat shuttle to pristine Gulf beaches. Or tee off on nearby championship courses. Every moment outside the meeting room becomes an opportunity to build relationships that matter and have the kind of conversations that move your business forward.

But the real value? It’s the environment.

When you step away from the noise of daily operations, something powerful happens. You gain perspective. You think more strategically. You engage more deeply with other industry leaders who are facing the same challenges—and discovering new ways to win.

Just minutes away, the energy of nearby Naples offers incredible dining, waterfront experiences, and the perfect extension for a professional development + family getaway your team will actually look forward to.

The 2028 MTI Spring Meeting at Bonita Springs isn’t just a meeting—it’s a strategic reset in a setting built for connection, clarity, and forward-thinking leadership.

Mark your calendar for August 20–22 now. The decisions you make—and the relationships you build—during these three days could shape the next decade of your company’s success.

HOST HOTEL INFORMATION:

Bonita Springs Hyatt Resort  ($329 per night plus $20 daily resort fee)
5001 Coconut Road - Bonita Springs, FL  34134

DEADLINE FOR GROUP RATE: MARCH 27, 2028

PHONE:  239-444-1234

ONLINE RESERVATIONS:  COMING DECEMBER 2027 


AIRPORT & TRANSPORTATION:
AIRPORTS:  

- Fort Myers International Airport - RSW (16 miles from hotel)

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS: 

- Rental Car - Uber - Lyft


REGISTRATION:

ONLINE:  OPENS DEC 2026

VERY IMPORTANT DATES:

- Early bird registration rate ends March 27, 2026
- All registrations are due by April 6, 2026
- Full Refund if cancellation is received by March 27, 2026
- Partial Refund if cancellation is received by April 3, 2025

  

EVENT CODE OF CONDUCT POLICY

By registering for this meeting, you agree to abide my MTI’s Event Code of Conduct policy found at:

CLICK HERE


CITY INFORMATION & TRAVEL TIPS:

Things to Do, Shopping, Food & Entertainment: CLICK HERE
Weather:  Attendees can anticipate daytime temperatures in the mid 80's, and nighttime temperatures in the 60's (*F).  


DRESS CODE:

All events are resort casual.    


NAME BADGE AND MEMBER WELCOME PACKET 

Name Badge & Welcome Packet will be available for pick-up at the MTI Check-In Welcome Desk.


MEETING SCHEDULE:

Thursday, April 20:

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm: MTI Check-in to Pick up Name Badges & Welcome Packet

Your MTI welcome bag with name badges and drink tickets will be available for your pickup at the MTI Check-in table located in the hotel lobby. If you arrive after 5:30 pm, your welcome bag can be picked up outside the Opening Night Reception.

6:00 pm - 6:30 pm: MTI First Timer Reception

As a first timer, you will interact with the leadership of MTI prior to the full membership arriving.


6:30 pm - 9:30 pm: MTI Welcome Reception & Dinner

Enjoy the Southwest Florida signature cuisine and drinks as you connect with members from all across North America.

  
Friday, April 21:

7:45 am - 8:30 am: Continental Breakfast for Session Attendees

8:30 am - 8:40 am: Welcome from MTI 2028 President

GENERAL SESSIONS

8:40 - 11:30:  TBA

11:30 am - Noon: State of the Institute Update by MTI President

MTI President will share an update on MTI's key industry initiatives impacting your company.

9:00 am- 11:00 am:  Spouse and Guest Connection Event 

DETAILS - TBA

1:00 pm- 4:00 pm:  Foundation Fundraiser

DETAILS - TBA

***FREE NIGHT TO ENJOY NAPLES, FL WITH OTHER MEMBERS***

   

Saturday, April 22:

7:45 am - 8:30 am: Continental Breakfast for Session Attendees

8:00 am - 8:05 am: Welcome from MTI President

GENERAL SESSIONS 

8:05 - 11:30 am:   TBA

*AFTERNOON FREE TO ENJOY BONITA SPRINGS HYATT RESORT AND NAPLES FL*

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm: MTI President's Reception
All members are invited to the closing night reception to connect experiences, stories and take-a-ways.

7:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Final Night Dinner & Dancing

MTI's Final Night Dinner is always full of energy and excitement with dinner, drinks, connection to members, dance to your favorite songs . Come share your favorite memories in Naples, FL with members from all across North America.   


SEE YOU AT BONITA SPRINGS HYATT RESORT!

QUESTIONS: 

Kristen Speer - MTI Director of Member Experience

904-249-0448 x101 - kristen@heattreat.net

For More Information:

Kristen Speer

Metal Treating Institute