Early Bird Registration Deadline: May 21 | Hotel Cutoff: May 24, 2012
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What is the Lake Michigan Club?
A community of Electrical Distributors, Manufacturers, and Manufacturer Representatives dedicated to educating our associates and providing new and expanded networking opportunities to further develop relationships within the industry, celebrating a strong 83 year history.

Who Should Attend?

• Electrical Products Trading Partners in Illinois, Wisconsin, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri and Kansas.
• Distributors – Upper Management, Branch Management, Operations, Purchasing and Sales Managers
• Manufacturers – Regional Marketing/Sales Managers, Regional Sales Representatives
• Manufacturers Representatives (independent reps currently representing electrical product lines)
  

2012 Lake Michigan Club Planning Committee

2011 Attendee List 

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Thursday, June 14

Interested players must book their own tee times by calling the Grand Geneva Tournament Coordinator directly at 262)249-4721. Ladies, you are invited to join in this golf outing as well!

4:00 - 7:00 p.m. - Conference Registration
Registration opens in the hotel lobby.

Dinner On Your Own
The concierge at the Grand Geneva 262-248-8811 can assist you with reservations.  Check out the Lake Geneva Visitors Guide for ideas for where to make your dinner reservations. Also check out Open Table for making your reservations as well.

8:00 - 11:00 p.m. - Welcome Reception (Families Welcome)
Come and welcome our first time attendees to the Lake Michigan Club Annual Conference. Join us for an after dinner drink and dessert. The ice cream sundae bar is back by popular demand. It's a great time to rekindle old friendships and make new acquaintances. Do you have Teens 13-17 years of age? Have them reach out to other LMC teens and tweens that are at the event by following us on Twitter at @NAED_org and getting involved in the conversation using #NAEDLMC12. See Kid's Activity Tab for more details on Teen Activities.

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Friday, June 15

7:30 - 9:00 a.m. - Conference Registration/Lake Michigan Club Hospitality

7:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Continental Breakfast (Families Welcome)

9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Business Program
Welcome Remarks
Mike Wall, WESCO Distribution, Lake Michigan Club Chair

 
What's New at NAED?
Brian Peters, NAED Regional Manager
Please join us to gain a better understanding of your NAED resources and benefits. Hear the latest updates on the NAED Branch Management University, the Washington, D.C. Congressional Fly-In, the newest training available on NAED's Learning Center, NAED's Certified Electrical Professional (CEP) program - just to name a few of our offerings. This session promises to be very informative and will help you better understand your NAED benefits!  

Keynote: 2012 Economic Update
Dr. Michael S. Miller, Associate Professor of Economics, DePaul University
Dr. Miller returns to give his economic update for 2012. The program will address the current state of our federal and local economy, legislative and tax developments, the banking and lending environment, and what business owners and individuals can expect in the upcoming year.

12:30 p.m. - Lake Michigan Club Open Golf on the Brute
Team captains get your foursome together and call the Grand Geneva Golf Club Tournament Coordinator directly at 262-249-4721 to book your Friday golf. Be prepared to provide ALL names on your team when you call. We have a shotgun start scheduled for Friday at 12:30 PM on the Brute course. LMC Friday Open Golf tee times on the Brute will be held until May 15. If not booked by May 15 they will be released for sale to the public. Don’t be disappointed...book early!

6:30 - 10:30 p.m. - A "Red, White & Blue" Evening

Party in the USA with Lake Michigan Club. Summer Olympic Games, the Ryder Cup and an Election Year are just a few of the reasons that protocol calls for you to arrive clad in red, white & blue, all red, or all blue - it's up to you! Enjoy an evening of food, fun and "Red Hot" Dueling Pianos that are guaranteed to rock your socks off!!

6:30 - 10:30 p.m. - A "Red, White & Blue" Lake Michigan Club Kids Are Grand Evening
A party for our LMC kids 4 – 12 years of age. Come dressed in red, white & blue, all red, all blue and/or patriotic costumes (not required). Entertainment and Snacks ONLY... dinner is NOT included. See the Kid's Activities tab for more details. Pre-Registration is required.

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Saturday, June 16

7:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Continental Breakfast (Families Welcome)

9:00 - 11:00 a.m. - Business Program
Welcome Remarks
Mike Wall, WESCO Distribution, Lake Michigan Club Chair

Keynote: No Turning Back - One Man's Inspiring True Story of Courage, Determination and Hope
Bryan Anderson, US Army Veteran, National Spokesman for Quantum Rehab, Author
Click here to see a video of Bryan's inspiring story.
Come hear Bryan Anderson's story from high school graduation, to the US Army. In October 2005, Bryan was injured by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that resulted in the loss of both legs and his left hand. As a result of his injuries, he was awarded a Purple Heart. Bryan received rehabilitation for a period of 13 months at Walter Reed Army Hospital. He is one of the few triple amputees to have survived his injuries in Iraq.

Bryan is the National Spokesman for Quantum Rehab, a division of Pride Mobility Corp., and travels the country making numerous personal appearances while delivering his message of perseverance and determination in major rehab facilities. In addition, he is a spokesman for USA Cares, a non-profit organization based in Radcliff, KY that is focused on assisting post-9/11 veterans in times of need. Bryan is an energetic and enthusiastic individual who enjoys challenging his limits. He snowboards, wake boards, white water rafts and rock climbs. He loves to travel and enjoys meeting new people.

Everyone registered for the conference will receive a copy of Bryan's book, No Turning Back. Book signing will immediately follow the morning presentation. We encourage you to bring your spouse and LMC kids 12 years of age and older. Space is limited; get your ticket(s) for family admission when you pick up your conference registration on June 14th.

Boxed lunches will be on your golf cart.

12:30 p.m. - The Brute Course
Join us for the annual West Kinander Jr. Memorial Golf Tournament. All industry members are invited to play in this traditional 18-hole tournament, regardless of playing ability. The tournament will be a scramble shotgun start. After the National Anthem we will draw for the annual Electri-Flex Co. “putting” contest. To participate, pre-registration with handicap is required.

Ladies 9-Hole Event
Get out with other Lake Michigan Club gals for a perfect afternoon of fun with old friends or come out and meet new friends.  Pre-Registration is required—see registration form for fees. If you need childcare for the afternoon, please call Kids Are Grand direct: 262-249-4560. All Kids Are Grand childcare programs are designed for children 4–12 years of age to give parents freedom to enjoy golf, spa, etc. For children under the age of four, in-room childcare service is also available. See the Kid's Activities tab for more details.

6:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Hospitality at the Pavilion
Gather at the Pavilion while waiting for the annual Electri-Flex Co. “putting” contest.

6:30 - 10:30 p.m. - The "Grand Ryder Cup" Party for our Lake Michigan Club Kids
An evening of fun for our LMC kids 4-12 years of age. Entertainment and Snacks ONLY...dinner is NOT included. See the Kid’s Activities tab for more details. Pre-Registration is required.

7:00 - 10:30 p.m. - All-Industry Casual Dinner and Dance (Adults ONLY)
Come casual, relax and relive your afternoon round of golf…no need to change after golf. After dinner, plan to dance ‘til the bitter end as another great weekend of networking comes to a close. Dinner Ticket required—See registration form.

"NEW" 2012 Lake Michigan Club Teens Program

Do you have Teens 13-17 years of age? Get them connected to other LMC teens at the conference this year by following us on Twitter at @NAED_org and getting involved in the conversation using #NAEDLMC12.

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Friday, June 15

7:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Basketball Shoot Out Competitions (through the Grand Geneva Junior Escapades Program) Ages 13-17
Winner gets a free rock wall climb!
COST: $10 per person
*RESERVATIONS: Call 262-249-4560 for reservations (can be charged to your room or by credit card)
*A 24-hour advanced registration is needed or you may call for same-day availability. Once reservation is made, there is a 24-hour cancellation policy.

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Saturday, June 16

COST: $10 per person
*RESERVATIONS: Call 262-249-4560 for reservations (can be charged to your room or by credit card)
*A 24-hour advanced registration is needed or you may call for same-day availability. Once reservation is made, there is a 24-hour cancellation policy.

2012 Lake Michigan Club KIDS Evening Programs

Registration Required for Both Nights!
COST: $48.75 per child (includes gratuity)
Price includes 4 hours child care and gratuity, snacks, and all listed activities and prizes!
LATE Sign-Up's or Drop-Off's will be charged an additional $10.00 per child, plus 22% service
LATE PICK UP FEES: After a 10-minute grace period…a late pick up fee of $1.00 per minute will be charged to the parent/guardians room.

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Friday, June 15

6:30 - 10:30 p.m. - Grand "Red, White & Blue" Party for Lake Michigan Club Kids Ages 4-12
Pre-Registration is required.
6:30 p.m. - Registration and Drop Off in the Linwood (Parents bring signed permission slip)
Come dressed in red, white & blue, all red, all blue and/or patriotic costumes (not required).
Group Games/Activities: Air Hockey, Foosball, Wii, White Relay Contest, Snowball Fight, White Relay with Toilet Paper, and more!
Patriotic Crafts: Wind Socks, Bead Work, Festive Paint Stamping, Print Making with Apples, Design a Bandana, White Handprints, White Trivia with Prizes, Make a Card/Gift for Father's Day, Make Pretzels with White Bark
Snacks: Red Apples, Chips, Vanilla Ice Cream, Popcorn, Vanilla Pudding, Sierra Mist or Water
Movie: "American Legends" (Rated G) or "Miracle" (Rated PG)

10:30 p.m. - Parents Pick-Up Children in the Linwood

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Saturday, June 16

6:30 - 10:30 p.m. - "Grand Ryder Cup" for Lake Michigan Club Kids Ages 4-12
Pre-Registration is required.
6:30 p.m. - Registration and Drop Off in the Linwood (Parents bring signed permission slip)
Group Games/Activities: Putting Golf Balls, Bozo Buckets, Wii Fit, Hot Potato, Dance Mat, Decorate Cut-Out Cookies, Golf Flags, Guess the Golf Tees, and more! 
Snacks: Chips (Plain and BBQ), Fruit Snacks, Fresh Fruit, Chocolate Golf Balls, Combos, Ritz Bitz, Goldfish, Juice or Water
Movie: "The Greatest Game Ever Played" (Rated PG)

10:30 p.m. - Parents Pick-Up Children in the Linwood

2012 Lake Michigan Club Optional Childcare Program

Please NOTE: Reservations are made by calling Kids Are Grand directly at 262-249-4560 Ext 3830

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Saturday, June 16

Noon - 4:00 p.m. - Childcare during Ladies 9-Hole Golf Outing
COST: $45.00 per child…fee includes a 4-hour combination of our Junior Passport Escapades:
Imagination Station: A 2-hour Escapade designed to cultivate creativity in children. Children will have the opportunity to choose from the following activities:

• Design your own hats and T-shirts
• Cupcake or Cookie Decorating
• LEGO Brick Competitions
• Scrapbooking
• Along with many other imaginative activities available at Kids Are Grand
  

Cheeseburgers in Paradise: A 2-hour Escapade in which children will enjoy mini cheeseburgers, chips, and a drink. Participants are also welcomed to participate in Wii competitions, and other recreational activities at Kids Are Grand.

ALL Kids Are Grand childcare programs are designed for children 4 – 12 years of age to give parents freedom to enjoy golf, spa, etc. For children under the age of five, in-room childcare service is available.

Kids Are Grand In-Room Childcare Information

• In-room sitting for children of all ages from 8:00 am to 12:30 am
• 24-Hour Advanced Reservation with 2-hour minimum
• Cost is $20.00/hour for 1-2 children, $5.00/hour for each additional child.
• This service can be charged to your room each day
• This service includes age-appropriate activities for each child.
• Once the reservation is made, there is a 24-Hour cancellation policy. 
• Sitters are employees of the Grand Geneva and are bonded with background checks.
• Sitters are first aid and CPR Certified

Information needed to make a reservation:

1. Names and ages of the children.
2. Any special needs and/or allergies
3. Name of the parents
4. Cell phone number
5. Date with start and end times in-room childcare is needed
6. Parent’s location during the in-room childcare.
7. Hotel Confirmation number or Credit Card

For more childcare information contact:
Kids Are Grand/Recreation Supervisor
262-249-4560 or Ext. 3830 if on property email: kidsaregrand@grandgeneva.com  

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa 
7036 Grand Geneva Way at Highways 50 East & US 12
Lake Geneva, WI  53147
262-248-8811

Please note check in time is 4:00 p.m. If you need early check-in, please call the resort to request it prior to arrival.

For your convenience a reduced rate of $6 resort fee (regular rate is $15) will be added to your bill per night. Resort fee includes:

• High-speed Internet access
• Overnight Valet Parking
• On-site transportation using either our trolley or van
• In-room bottled water (two per night located in your refrigerator)
• Access to the Fitness Center, including daily aerobics classes, steam sauna, whirlpool and locker facilities (must be 16 years of age or older)
• All local, calling-card and toll-free telephone calls
• In-room coffee
• Incoming facsimile messages
  

Nestled in the picturesque Wisconsin countryside, Grand Geneva Resort is surrounded by postcard-perfect scenery with European flavor. Enjoy views of lush valleys and meadows, and experience it with the resort's outstanding recreation program, in a location that is easily accessible. In an hour you can drive to Grand Geneva from Milwaukee; and it's the perfect Chicago weekend getaway - just a 90-minute trip from Chicagoland. Midwestern guests are amazed at the relaxing resort experience that's just around the corner and visitors from far away simply marvel at the Wisconsin beauty that's all around.

If using a GPS navigation system, MapQuest, or other online direction source, please use the following address: 7020 Grand Geneva Way.  Upon arrival, continue past Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark and proceed to The Main Lodge at Grand Geneva, located on the right hand side of Grand Geneva Way.

Attire
Golf/resort casual is recommended for all events, except the Friday night event will be themed "Red, White & Blue"

Weather
Lake Geneva has an average high of 82° and low of 57° for June.

Lake Geneva Visitors Information 

Registration Information:

• Registration fee includes: Welcome Reception, Hospitality Suite, Continental Breakfasts, Friday's "Red, White & Blue" Evening Dinner, Business Sessions and a copy of "No Turning Back" by keynote speaker Bryan Anderson. Price includes you and your Spouse/Guest (not employed in the electrical distribution industry)
  
• Substitutions received in writing will be accepted at any time.
• Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received in writing at NAED on or before May 24, 2012, will be charged a processing fee of $100 per registrant cancelled. No refunds will be made for cancellations received after that date. Fax cancellations to NAED at (314) 991-3060 or email rparkinson@naed.org.

The registration process is now online, click the button below to get started. If you need assistance with your online account, please contact Member Services at 888-791-2512 or click on Live Chat at the top of the webpage.

If paying by check, click here.

Housing Information:

Click here to make hotel reservations.

Room Rate:  $189
Hotel Cut-Off date:  May 24, 2012

Please call the hotel directly at 262-248-8811 to make any changes to your reservations.

Reservations by phone: If you would prefer to book your reservation by phone, please contact the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa Central Reservations at 262-248-8811. Make sure Group Reservations know you are with the NAED Lake Michigan Club to get the group rate.

Hotel cutoff: May 24, 2012. Hotel reservations received after May 24, 2012 will be accepted on a space available basis at the Group Room Rates. Call the hotel directly at 262-248-8811.

Availability and rates: Hotel room rate is $189 (USD). Hotel room rates are subject to an 8.5% tax per room, per night. A deposit equal to one night's stay will be charged after the room is confirmed. Room reservations must be made by May 24, 2012 to receive the NAED guaranteed rate. Check in time is 4:00 PM and check out time is 11:00 am. Subject to availability the group rate is available 3 days prior and 3 days post Lake Michigan Club dates.

Hotel cancellation policy: The deposit is fully refundable if a room is canceled three days or more prior to arrival date. No charge for making name changes to room reservations.

Sponsorships are still available in the following amounts, click here for the registration form .

NAED Distributor members: $350
NAED Associate members (Mfg & VAR): $400
NAED Allied Partner members (Reps, Tech & Service): $375