Annual Fall Conference60th

…and looking forward

Bavarian Inn of FrankenmuthFrankenmuth, MichiganMichigan Association of

Airport Executives

looking back…September 10–14, 2012

board of directors

table of contents

Business Meeting/Election of Officers is on Thursday,

September 13, 2012

Dick Acker, PresidentClare Municipal AirportClare, Michigan

Larry Bowron, 1st Vice PresidentW.K. Kellogg AirportBattle Creek, Michigan

Kevin Klein, 2nd Vice PresidentCherry Capital AirportTraverse City, Michigan

Eric Jaroch, TreasurerRoscommon County Blodgett Memorial Airport Houghton Lake, Michigan

Keith Kaspari, SecretaryCapital Region International AirportLansing, Michigan

Jeff Nagel, Past PresidentMBS International Airport Freeland, Michigan

Shawn Jezak, Executive DirectorMichigan Association of Airport ExecutivesLansing, Michigan

maae president’s welcome . . . . . . . . . . . 1

conference at a glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

guest speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

conference registration form . . . . . . . . . . 5

professional development financial assistance application . . . . . . . . 6

exhibitor registration form . . . . . . . . . . . 7

conference sponsor contract . . . . . . . . . . 8

bavarian inn hotel registration form . . . . . 9

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MAAE President’s Welcome

Welcome to the 60th annual fall conference hosted by the Michigan Association of Airport Executives (MAAE). Over the course of the last 60 years the conference has developed into a melting pot of large, small and medium sized Michigan airports and is a venue where we can gather with an agenda of topics providing a common ground for sharing knowledge and experiences.

This year we will have one day of speakers and sessions where we will “look back” and revisit some of the highlights of MAAE’s involvement in the shaping of aviation in Michigan. This will be followed by a day of “looking forward,” wherein we try to provide insight into what aviation in Michigan might look like in the future.

This fresh, new approach to the agenda will be blended with the established format of learning more about the products and services provided by industry vendors, our partners and supporters

of this conference. There will be an update by the Federal Aviation Administration and the Michigan Office of Aeronautics and of course, the very popular round–table sessions where the members have an opportunity to share experiences and gain knowledge from fellow airport representatives.

In addition to the business side of the agenda there will be time to enjoy the local attractions and unique shops of the Frankenmuth area and conference attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a round of golf at The Timbers Golf Course or enjoy the sun by taking a relaxing and leisurely canoe ride or a more adventurous outing by kayaking the Cass River!

Again, welcome to the conference. Please take time to work hard, play hard and enjoy the time you have to spend in this warm and friendly atmosphere.

welcome to the 60th annual fall conference

Dick AckerPresident—MAAE

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monday, september 10

friday, september 14

wednesday, september 12

conference at a glance

8:00 – 10:00 pm Hospitality Suite3:00 – 5:00 pm MAAE Executive Board Meeting

7:30-9:00 am New Presidents Breakfast

7:30-9:00 am Continental Breakfast 8:30-9:30 am Looking Ahead to the Future – Panel Discussion

“The future of aviation is difficult to predict, but it’s important to be prepared. This session will discuss topics such as the potential influence that UAVs and NextGEN will have on our industry. What can we expect from new environmental regulations? What does the change in aircraft fleet mean? How will airline operations be different in the future?”

9:30-10:00 am Break with Exhibitors10:00-12:00 pm Aeronautics Commission Meeting12:00-1:30 pm Lunch – Love Works – Joel Manby1:30-4:00 pm Roundtable Sessions Air Carrier & Large GA Airports Small GA Airports

• Pete Kamarainen, Aeronautics Commissioner & GA Committee Chair, GA Committee Update

• Briefing from MI Private Airstrip Owners Association

5:00-9:00 pm Oktoberfest – Bavarian Inn

7:30–9:00 am Continental Breakfast 8:30–9:30 am MAAE Committee Meetings9:30–10:30 am MDOT Update10:30–10:45 am Break with Exhibitors10:45–11:45 am FAA Update12:00–1:30 pm Lunch – Howie Franklin – Ultimate

Aviation Customer Service – Air Force One

1:45–3:00 pm Looking back at the last 60 years! 3:00–3:30 pm Break with Exhibitors3:30–4:30 pm Developing, Sustaining & the

Future of General Aviation Airports – Howie Franklin

5:00–6:30 pm Exhibitor Reception

7:30-8:30 am Past President’s Breakfast 8:00-9:30 am Breakfast Buffet8:45-9:30 am General Membership Meeting9:45-11:00 am Doing more with less…changing

the way you remove snow from your runways Steve McKeown, Team Eagle

12:00 pm Golf Outing & Canoe Trip 6:30-7:00 pm Reception7:00-9:30 pm Awards Banquet

spouse program

Michigan Association of Airport Executives

tuesday, september 11

thursday, september 13

tuesday, september 119:30 am Depart Bavarian Lodge

Tour of City & St. Lorenz Church11:00 am Shopping at Bronner’s 12:30 pm Lunch – Sullivan’s Black Forest

Brew Haus1:30 pm Shopping at Birch Run3:45 pm Depart Birch Run4:00 pm Arrive at Bavarian Lodge

wednesday, september 1210:00 am Pretzel Rolling & Strudel Making12:00 pm Lunch with Conference1:30 pm On your own to EXPLORE

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Joel Manby

“Howie knows all of your inner secrets (on Air Force One), when you can’t take the pressure, when you’re tired and crying and sleeping on the floor. The perception on the outside is always different from the inside.” Former press secretary to Ronald Reagan and George Bush, Marlin Fitzwater

The son of a New York-area marina and deli owner, Franklin enlisted in the Air Force at age 20 with a single aspiration: to see the world. It’s easier for him to name the places he hasn’t been rather than reel off an exhaustive list of journeys.

He began in 1965 preparing meals for B-52 flight crews in Guam. At various career stops, he cooked for and served generals, secretaries of defense, secretaries of state, and heads of state.

Howie is the only Flight Steward who worked for five US Presidents: Presidents Ford, Carter, Reagan, Bush and Clinton. He also flew extensively with Dr. Kissinger, Secretary of State, on his Shuttle Diplomacy Missions during the Nixon and Ford administrations.

Howie spent 29 years in the United States Air Force, reached the rank of Chief Master Sergeant, 24 years at Andrews Air Force Base in Special Missions Operations, including 18 years on Air Force One. Howie has over 300 stories of his memories of working around Presidents, First Ladies, Vice Presidents, Cabinet Secretaries, VIP guests and U.S. press corps.

Currently, Howie serves as Vice President of the North Carolina Aviation Association and is the Director of Brunswick County Airport in southeastern North Carolina, the last place, going north, on the east coast where palm trees grow wild. The airport was coined by the Atlantic Flyer periodical, “The Little Airport with the Big Heart.”

Joel Manby is President and Chief Executive Officer of Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation (HFE). HFE is the largest family owned theme park corporation in the U.S. The Company creates, develops and operates entertainment, tourism and hospitality properties spanning 26 locations in ten states.

Manby has incorporated the definition of love, the verb, into the companies existing organic culture to establish how leaders are to behave. He views love as a mode of thinking-one that has helped him deliver tangible results.

An expert on leadership and customer relations, he spent 20 years in the auto industry. Joel was a member of the start-up team for Saturn Corporation and after seven years with Saturn and a two-year term with GM’s International Division, he was promoted to CEO of Saab Automobile USA. During his four-year tenure at Saab the company’s J.D. Power Quality Rating improved from 30th to fifth in the industry.

Manby serves on several boards, including the National Advisory Board of the Salvation Army and John Scott Ministries. He also chairs reThink, a non-profit company whose mission is to provide effective tools which enable families to learn biblical virtues in the home, school and church.

As valedictorian of Albion College, Joel was a Rhodes scholarship finalist. He earned an MBA from Harvard Business School on a GM scholarship. His involvement with his alma mater has continued throughout his career. Joel was elected to the Albion College Athletic Hall of Fame in 1991 and has served on the Albion College Board of Trustees. Celebrating his accomplishments and his dedication to the college, Albion presented Joel with the Distinguished Alumni Award.

In March 2010, he was featured on the hit CBS show Undercover Boss. Manby and the employees of HFE moved millions of viewers across the world with their unique approach to leadership. He now shares the principles that make HFE successful in his new book, Love Works.

Howie FranklinPresident and Chief

Executive Officer Herschend Family

Entertainment Corporation

Director of Brunswick County Airport & former

Air Force One Crew Member

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general informationregistrationAll conference participants including: attendees, spouse/guests, speakers, exhibitors, and award recipients are required to register for the conference. On-site registration will run Tuesday thru Thursday. The conference registration form is available in this program.

paymentChecks are the preferable way of payment. However, MasterCard and Visa will be accepted for registration. Cash payments and on-site registration are available, but discouraged.

early bird registration You can SAVE on your registration by being an

MAAE member. You can also save by registering at the Early Bird rate by August 17, 2012. Membership

is by individual. If you are not a member, join MAAE today to receive the member rate.

professional development financial assistanceYou must be employed by an airport or be a board member in the state of Michigan at the time the assistance is made. FAA part 139 Airports are not eligible. The intent of this assistance is to encourage increased attendance by our colleagues located at the very small and rural airports in Michigan so that they have the ability to obtain knowledge gained from the many training programs, roundtable sessions and other networking opportunities.

refunds/cancellationsMAAE will refund your registration fee less a $50 processing fee per person for cancellations received in writing by September 1, 2012. No refunds will be granted after that date. Substitutions may be made at any time (the difference between a member and nonmember price will be charged if a non–member replaces a member).

Bavarian Inn reservations are subject to a cancellation fee of the first night’s room and tax will apply should the reservation be cancelled less than 48 hours prior to arrival or you do not arrive to check in on your scheduled arrival date (no show). See hotel reservation form for more information.

conference feesFull conference registration includes admission to all sessions, vendor exhibits, annual business meeting, awards ceremony and all other association activities sponsored during the conference. There is a separate fee for the golf outing and canoe trip.

annual golf outingSeptember 13th with a 12:00 shot–gun start. Join friends and colleagues for an excellent day of golf on one of the region’s best courses, The Timbers. Eighteen holes of natural beauty set among the pines, oaks and maples where wildlife is plentiful and the calming influence of nature is prevalent. Prizes will be awarded for first and second place teams, plus longest drive and closest to the pin. Box lunches will be available at the course before the start.

hotel accommodationsTo receive the special rate, hotel reservations must be made directly with the Bavarian Inn by August 17, 2012. After that date, reservations will be honored only on a space–available basis at current room rates. Hotel accommodations can be made by returning the form found in this program directly to the Bavarian Inn. Please do not send the hotel registration form to MAAE. Check in time at the Bavarian Inn is 3:00 p.m. Check out time is 11:00 a.m.

QuestionsIf you have questions please contact the MAAE Office at

517 .977 .1172 .

canoe/kayak tripSpend a great afternoon on the river. Enjoy bird watching, lots of wildlife, fishing or just a relaxing afternoon. Lunch will be served before the trip begins at the Bavarian Inn and transportation will then be provided to the drop in location.

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2012 annual conference registrationSeptember 10–14, 2012, Bavarian Inn, Frankenmuth, Michigan

Name

Company/Employer

Address

City State Zip

Phone

Email

Special Requirements

Please print your name, as you would like it to appear on your name badge:

Yourself

Spouse/Guest

h Check here if you are a new memberh Check here if this is your first conference

Registration Fees: Please check the appropriate rate(s). Full Conference

Member* Non-Member Spouse/Guest One-Day Speaker**Early Bird Registration (Payment postmarked on or before 8/17/12) h $200 h $250 h $100 h $100 See Below

Registration (Payment postmarked after 8/17/12) h $225 h $275 h $115 h $115 See Below

Thursday Special Activitiesh Annual Golf Outing $30 h Canoe/kayak Trip $30

Total Amount Due $ Check Enclosed (make payable to MAAE)

*If you would like to save on your registration fee, you can join MAAE and receive the member rate. Call 517.977.1172 for details.

**SPEAKER RATESYour registration is FREE if you are only attending on the day you are speaking. If you want to come on additional day, your fee is $75.00. If you want to attend the entire Conference, your fee is $185.00.h Only speaking day h Additional Day h Full Conference

To assist in meal planning, please complete information for EACH person attending the following:

registration information

Please mail completed form along with payment to:

MAAE6126 Trumbull St.Lansing, MI 48911Phone: 517.977.1172Fax: 517.977.1180maae@michairports.org

When completing form, please print or type.

Each attendee must be registered. Member attendees should include guest information with this form.

Make checks payable to MAAE

Registration and payment should be postmarked by August 17, 2012 to qualify for early bird registration.

Everyone must register.

Tuesday

Continental Breakfast

Lunch

Reception

Spouse/Guest Program

Wednesday

Continental Breakfast

Lunch

Oktoberfest

Spouse/Guest Program

Thursday

Breakfast Buffet

Lunch

Golf Outing

Canoe Trip

Awards Banquet

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professional development financial assistance delegate application

Instructions: You must be employed by an airport or be a board member in the state of Michigan at the time the assistance is made. FAA part 139 Airports are not eligible. The intent of this assistance is to encourage increased attendance by our colleagues located at the very small and rural airports in Michigan so that they have the ability to obtain knowledge gained from the many training programs, roundtable sessions and other networking opportunities. You do not need to be a member of the MAAE to receive this assistance.

However, if you are a member of MAAE you will receive a credit of $35.00 per night for your hotel room. The funding for this program is being provided by the Michigan Department of Transportation – Office of Aeronautics by way of a training grant to the MAAE. Hotel and travel costs are at your own expense.

Your conference registration cost will be covered by this application when approved.

For any questions, please contact Shawn Jezak at maae@michairports.org or at 517.977.1172.

Applications must accompany Conference Registration in lieu of Registration Fee.

Conference Date: September 10–14, 2012

Conference Location: Bavarian Inn — Frankenmuth, Michigan

Last Name:

First Name:

Airport:

Phone:

E-mail:

Street Address:

City: Zip:

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2012 annual conference exhibitor registrationSeptember 10-14, 2012, Bavarian Inn, Frankenmuth, Michigan

Company

Contact

Mailing Address

City State Zip

Phone Fax

Email

Special Requirements

Brief Description of product or service

The registration fee per booth includes a 6’ table, 2 chairs, all conferences sessions, meals and breaks for one person. For special requirements regarding your exhibit space please contact the Bavarian Inn directly. Exhibitor booth set up space will be available on Monday, September 10th @ 3:00 p.m. and removal can begin at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 12th. There is no reduced rated for one day attendance. No refunds after September 1, 2012.

Please print your name, as you would like it to appear on your name badge:

Yourself

Spouse/Guest

Exhibitor Registration Fees:

$500 x (# of booths) paid in full through August 17, 2012

$550 x (# of booths) paid in full after August 17, 2012

Thursday Special Activitiesh Annual Golf Outing $30 h Canoe/kayak Trip $30

The Exhibitor Fee includes registration for one individual. The cost for additional exhibitors at your booth is $125 each. Please fill the names of your representatives as they should appear on their name badge.

Maximize your marketing opportunities by being a sponsor and an exhibitor!

To get reduced Early Bird Exhibitor rates your form must be postmarked by the cutoff dates to qualify.

Reception with ExhibitorsTuesday, September 11, 5:00 – 6:30

If representatives from your firm wish to participate in golf, canoe or spouse events they must complete the separate conference registration form and pay the appropriate fees.

Please complete form and send with payment to:

MAAE6126 Trumbull St.Lansing, MI 48911Phone: 517.977.1172Fax: 517.977.1180maae@michairports.org

Maximize your marketing opportunity by being a Conference Sponsor and Exhibitor!

Tuesday

Continental Breakfast

Lunch

Reception

Spouse/Guest Program

Wednesday

Continental Breakfast

Lunch

Oktoberfest

Spouse/Guest Program

Thursday

Breakfast Buffet

Lunch

Golf Outing

Canoe Trip

Awards Banquet

Name: ($125)

Name: ($125)

To assist in meal planning, please complete information for EACH person attending the following:

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RESERVATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM FOR MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF AIRPORT EXECUTIVES ROOM RESERVATIONS BY MAIL (Return Address: One Covered Bridge Lane, Frankenmuth, MI 48734) Complete this form with your specific arrival and departure dates. Return this form directly to the Bavarian Inn Lodge with a valid American Express, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card number and expiration date to guarantee your reservation. A cancellation fee of the first night’s room and tax will apply should the reservation be cancelled less than 48 hours prior to arrival or you do not arrive to check in on your scheduled arrival date (no show). This reservation form and your credit card number must be received by the Bavarian Inn Lodge 30 Days prior to your arrival date. Room requests are based on availability and are taken in the order that reservation forms are received. Please indicate your first and second room choice and number of rooms needed. Rooms with more than 4 Guests per room are subject to an additional $12 per person per night. Rooms not reserved by August 17, 2012, will be released and become available on a first come, first served basis. A 6% State Sales Tax and 5% County Hotel Tax are applicable. If traveling with pets, please contact the Bavarian Inn Lodge for boarding facilities. ROOM RESERVATIONS BY PHONE: To make your Bavarian Inn Lodge Reservations by phone, please call direct 1-888-77-LODGE. Be sure to mention you are attending the Michigan Association of Airport Executives (Account #11D51Y)

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Michigan Association of Airport Executives

ACCOUNT # 11D51Y Check In Time: 3 p.m. Check Out Time: 11 a.m.

ARRIVAL DATE: ___________________ DEPARTURE DATE:_____________________

CHOICE OF ROOMS (Based on Availability) NO. PEOPLE NO. ROOMS

[ ] $119 Standard Rooms with Two Double Beds [ ] [ ]

[ ] $119 King Room (limited number available) [ ] [ ]

[ ] $169 Whirlpool Suite (one King Bed) [ ] [ ] [ ] $169 Family Suite (Two Double Beds/Living Room With Sofa Sleeper) [ ] [ ]

[ ] Barrier Free Rooms (taken based on availability)

Up to four guests each room

NAME: ____________________________________ TELEPHONE NO: __________________________________

ADDRESS: _________________________________ E-MAIL: __________________________________________

CITY: _____________________________________ COMPANY:________________________________________ STATE:______ZIP CODE:____________________ SIGNATURE: ______________________________________ Credit card to guarantee reservation: C.C. # _______________________________________________ EXP.________ We accept American Express, Master Card, Visa, and Discover (Make a Copy of this Form for Your Records)

conference sponsor contract

Make the most of your company’s investment by participating as a Conference Sponsor . Conference sponsors provide an invaluable service to MAAE by supporting the learning and networking opportunities of the association .

Please fill out the form below and fax or email to MAAE by September 1, 2012 to ensure your spot. This represents a contract between the Michigan Association of Airport Executive and the following company.

Company

Contact Name

Address

City State Zip

Phone Fax

Email

Platinum Level - $2000 Gold Level - $1500 Silver Level - $1000 Bronze Level - $500

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RESERVATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM FOR MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF AIRPORT EXECUTIVES ROOM RESERVATIONS BY MAIL (Return Address: One Covered Bridge Lane, Frankenmuth, MI 48734) Complete this form with your specific arrival and departure dates. Return this form directly to the Bavarian Inn Lodge with a valid American Express, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card number and expiration date to guarantee your reservation. A cancellation fee of the first night’s room and tax will apply should the reservation be cancelled less than 48 hours prior to arrival or you do not arrive to check in on your scheduled arrival date (no show). This reservation form and your credit card number must be received by the Bavarian Inn Lodge 30 Days prior to your arrival date. Room requests are based on availability and are taken in the order that reservation forms are received. Please indicate your first and second room choice and number of rooms needed. Rooms with more than 4 Guests per room are subject to an additional $12 per person per night. Rooms not reserved by August 17, 2012, will be released and become available on a first come, first served basis. A 6% State Sales Tax and 5% County Hotel Tax are applicable. If traveling with pets, please contact the Bavarian Inn Lodge for boarding facilities. ROOM RESERVATIONS BY PHONE: To make your Bavarian Inn Lodge Reservations by phone, please call direct 1-888-77-LODGE. Be sure to mention you are attending the Michigan Association of Airport Executives (Account #11D51Y)

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Michigan Association of Airport Executives

ACCOUNT # 11D51Y Check In Time: 3 p.m. Check Out Time: 11 a.m.

ARRIVAL DATE: ___________________ DEPARTURE DATE:_____________________

CHOICE OF ROOMS (Based on Availability) NO. PEOPLE NO. ROOMS

[ ] $119 Standard Rooms with Two Double Beds [ ] [ ]

[ ] $119 King Room (limited number available) [ ] [ ]

[ ] $169 Whirlpool Suite (one King Bed) [ ] [ ] [ ] $169 Family Suite (Two Double Beds/Living Room With Sofa Sleeper) [ ] [ ]

[ ] Barrier Free Rooms (taken based on availability)

Up to four guests each room

NAME: ____________________________________ TELEPHONE NO: __________________________________

ADDRESS: _________________________________ E-MAIL: __________________________________________

CITY: _____________________________________ COMPANY:________________________________________ STATE:______ZIP CODE:____________________ SIGNATURE: ______________________________________ Credit card to guarantee reservation: C.C. # _______________________________________________ EXP.________ We accept American Express, Master Card, Visa, and Discover (Make a Copy of this Form for Your Records)

from the north

from the south

directions

Michigan Association of Airport Executives

6126 Trumbull St . Lansing, MI 48911

Take northbound I-75 to exit #136, the Birch Run/Frankenmuth exit. At the end of the exit ramp, make a right-hand turn. You’ll be turning onto Birch Run Road. Follow Birch Run Road approximately 3.0 miles to a stop light. At the light, make a left-hand turn. You’ll be turning onto M-83/Gera Road. Follow M-83/Gera Road approximately 4.0 miles to the southern city limits of Frankenmuth. At the city limits, M-83/Gera Road becomes known as Main Street.

Take southbound I-75 to exit #144, the Bridgeport/Frankenmuth exit. At the end of the exit ramp, make a left-hand turn. You’ll be turning onto the Dixie Highway. Follow the Dixie Highway approximately 2.5 miles to a stop light. At the light, make a left-hand turn. You’ll be turning onto Junction Road. Follow Junction Road approximately 4.0 miles to the western city limits of Frankenmuth. At the city limits, Junction Road becomes known as Genesee Street.