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Join us for our 72nd Annual Convention
June 11-13, 2025
The Lodge at Gulf State Park
Gulf Shores, AL
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11
Exhibitors can begin setting up Wednesday
9:30 a.m. - Executive Committee Meeting
12:00 p.m. - Board of Directors Lunch
1:30 - Board of Directors Meeting
5:00 - 6:30 - Welcome Reception and Exhibit Booths Open
6:00 - 9:00 - Kids' Night at Gulf Coast Eco Center (Transportation Provided)
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THURSDAY, JUNE 12
7:30 a.m. - Breakfast, Exhibit Booths Open
8:30 - Welcome and Introductions
8:45 – 10:00 - Keynote Session: “Choose to Defuse: Conflict Resolution in the Heat of the Battle” Presenter: Lavon Gray (left)
10:00 - 10:15 - Coffee Break with Exhibitors
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10:15 - 11:30 - "Never Wrestle with Pigs: Dealing with Difficult Workplace Personalities" Presenter: Lavon Gray
Panelists:
- Randy Ahrend, Human Resources & Safety Manager - Double G Coatings Co., L.P.
- Maury Hull, Vice President of Human Resources - Hol-Mac Corporation
- Alan Sudduth, Manager, Public & Governmental Affairs - Chevron Products Company
12:00 p.m. - Boxed lunch and warm-up for golf tournament - Cotton Creek at Craft Farms Golf Club (transportation on your own)
1:00 p.m. - Golf Tournament
6:00 - 7:30 - Reception with Exhibitors
7:30 - 9:00 - Beach Party
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FRIDAY, JUNE 13
8:00 a.m. - Breakfast, Exhibit Booths Open
9:00 - 9:30 - "The State of Healthcare in Mississippi" Presenter: Sharon Winn, Vice President of Sales - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
9:30 - 11:30 - Keynote Session: "International Trade and the Impact on Manufacturers"
Presenter: Lee Smith, Shareholder and Leader of Baker Donelson’s International Trade and National Security Team (right)
Panelists:
- Rusty Berryhill, President - Kevin Charles Fine Upholstery
- Anderson Thomas, Vice President - Shuqualak Lumber Company
- Paul Jones, President - Multicraft Ventures
11:30 - Adjourn
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We are thrilled to host our 72nd annual convention at The Lodge at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores! We hope you can join us at this tremendous property to enjoy two and a half days of networking, timely conversations, and fun on the beach!
Registration Fee: $499 per person
Spouse/Partner: $199
Child: $50 per child ages 3-17 (ages two and under are free). Includes breakfast buffets, reception food
Register here!
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MMA Member Exhibitor: $1,200 (includes one registration)
Nonmember Exhibitor: $1,500 (includes one registration)
Registration Fee: $499 per additional person from the same company
With many of MMA's influential and active members expected to participate in the convention, becoming an exhibitor is an ideal way for companies to display their products and services to this targeted audience.
Each exhibit booth measures 8 feet x 8 feet. The booth space includes a display table, garbage can, and one chair. It also includes one convention registration. Additional employees from an exhibitor company must pay the registration fee.
Sign up here!
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There are several ways for companies to become a sponsor of the MMA convention! All sponsors will be listed in the program and slideshow that plays at both receptions**.
LEVEL SPONSOR
- Platinum: $2,500 (includes two convention registrations)
- Diamond: $1,500
- Gold: $1,000
- Silver: $750
- Bronze: $500
EVENT SPONSOR
In addition to being listed in the program and slideshow, event sponsors receive four convention registrations and special recognition.
- Beach Party: $5,000
- Board of Directors' Lunch: $5,000
- Wednesday Reception: $5,000
- Thursday Breakfast Buffet: $5,000
- Thursday Break: $5,000
- Thursday Reception: $5,000
- Friday Breakfast Buffet: $5,000
- Business Sessions: $5,000
- WiFi : $5,000
**Commitments for all sponsorships must be made by Friday, May 30, to be listed on signage.
To sponsor, click here!
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The Lodge was irreparably damaged by Hurricane Ivan in 2004, and rebuilding efforts didn't begin until 2016 before being reopened in 2018. A proud leader in the Sustainable Tourism movement, The Lodge has a footprint of 21 acres and is set back over 200 feet further from the Gulf than before, allowing for more dune restoration and natural dune movement.
To read more about the property, click here!
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Rooms at the The Lodge at Gulf State Park are SOLD OUT. However, the MMA secured a block of rooms at the Hilton Garden Inn Orange Beach, two miles from The Lodge. This block is available until May 19, 2025, or until all rooms are booked. Room costs range from $289 to $339 per night. To reserve a room, click here.
Parking at the Lodge:
Self-parking: $15 per night
Valet: $22 per night
EV charging: On-site
Parking is complimentary for attendees staying off-site and parking for the day
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There are several things to do on and off the property, such as hanging out on the beach, hiking on the walking trails, and fishing! For a complete list, click here!
Kids' Night
Date: Wednesday, June 11
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Gulf Coast Eco Center
Kids will have dinner, go on a nature walk, do fun hands-on activities, and play games with surprises around every corner!
Golf Tournament
Date: Thursday, June 12
Time: 12:00 p.m. lunch, 1:00 p.m. shotgun start
Four-person scramble, lunch included. Transportation is not included.
Location: Craft Farms Golf Club
3840 Cotton Creek Circle
Gulf Shores, AL
251-968-3002
Golf Registration: $165
Beach Party
Date: Thursday, June 12
Time: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Join us for a breezy evening of tropical fun! Sip on cocktails, enjoy ocean views, and celebrate summer at our Beach Party.
Wear your best Luau attire—we’re giving out prizes for Best Dressed! Tropical drinks, good vibes, and great company await!
This is the perfect way to unwind, connect, and enjoy the beach spirit. Don’t forget your flip-flops!
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