MAFAA Spring Conference 2008

Deadlines

Please pay special attention to the following deadlines:

Madden’s Room Priority — April 6, 2008
Online Conference Registration — April 18, 2008

Costs

The cost for Spring Conference, including MAFAA annual membership dues, will be $140. This fee is made up of $100 for the conference and $40 for your 2008-2009 membership dues.

You may also register as a "walk-up" at the conference, but $30.00 in late registration fees will be assessed. Walk-up Conference registration fees will be $170.

Please review MAFAA's refund policy, prior to registration. View Cancellation and Refund Policy.

Madden's Reservations

Please remember to register separately for both the conference and for your room/meal reservation at Madden's.

To get the Madden's special conference room rate, you need to reserve your room by April 6th.

Meals are NOT part of the MAFAA registration, but are a part of the Madden's package. Conference commuters will have an opportunity to purchase meal tickets directly from Madden's at the front desk.

A Madden’s PDF form is available at the link below providing detailed accommodation information and pricing. You may print and fax this form to Madden's to make your reservation.

Get Madden’s Reservation Form > > >

To make reservations by phone, please call Madden's Reservations Department at (800) 642-5363 and ask for a reservation for the MAFAA Spring Conference.

**PLEASE NOTE MADDEN’S PAYMENT POLICY: Full package payment is required at the time of a reservation request. When a credit card is used, the card will be debited the required amount when the payment is processed. A check can be issued to Madden’s to replace a credit card payment at the time of check in.

Conference Etiquette

Dress for the conference is "casual", however dress for the Thursday evening banquet is "business dress".
When attending conference sessions, please turn off any cell phones and/or pagers.
When attending sessions, please make alternative arrangements for child-care and/or family who may elect to join you during your stay in Brainerd.
Reminder: It is always advisable to bring a sweater or light jacket. Some of the presentation rooms might get chilly!

Vendor Exhibiting

Exhibiting opportunities for the MAFAA Conference are available. Vendors who have not yet completed the online Corporate Support application should do so now. A special THANK YOU goes to all the vendors and sponsors who contribute to the success of MAFAA! Questions on exhibiting at the conference can be directed
here.

Questions/Concerns

Please email questions or concerns to:

Michelle Ahrendt or Nichole Lien, 2007-2008 Conference Planning Co-Chairs

When:	May 7, 8, & 9
Where:	Madden's Resort 11266 Pine Beach Peninsula Brainerd, MN 56401 (218) 829-2811 Map & Directions to Conference
Cost:	The cost for Spring Conference, including MAFAA annual membership dues, will be $140. This fee is made up of $100 for the conference and $40 for your 2008-2009 membership dues.
Agenda:	View Conference Agenda (Subject to Change: Check back periodically for updates.)