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Welcome to the MBTA Quarterly Newsletter
From MBTA President, Lisa Hoehn – March 2012
We are glad that you are visiting our website and we value your opinion. Please contact us with suggestions for the MBTA website and this newsletter. Let us know what is important to you and what you would like to hear about. Please send comments to contact@michiganbta.org
Please join us in Kalamazoo for the next MBTA meeting on April 18th at the Radisson Hotel. We are excited to present our meeting topics - Global Etiquette/Governmental Travel Documents (including Global Entry).
Doug Payne – GBTA Board Member will be attending the April meeting to share GBTA’s Chapter of the Future initiatives to strengthen GBTA to ensure future success for GBTA and GBTA Chapters. Information will be shared regarding the GBTA Academy and recertification opportunities at GBTA Convention in Boston. (Visit Michiganbta.org for more information)
Reminders
2012 Scholarship Opportunities
It is not too late! The Michigan Business Travel Association is once again offering educational scholarships this year.
- Interested in attending GBTA Convention this year?
- Need help with MBTA annual membership Fee?
- Considering GBTA Academy to further you travel industry education this year?
Don't miss out! We have opportunities to help you meet your goals.
Three (3) MBTA Memberships – Value per Scholarship $250
Two (2) GBTA Convention – Value per Scholarship - $1,000 (Early Bird Registration has been extended to March 29, 2012).
Two (2) Education SMMP, CCTE, CTE or GLP Value per Scholarship - $1,000
One (1) Legislative Summit – Value per Scholarship - $ 1,000
We encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities by applying for these Scholarships today!
For aditional information go to: www.michiganbta.org
Membership Renewal
If you have not yet renewed your annual MBTA membership now is the time! We are happy to report that membership fees remain the same as 2011. The best value is a full membership for $250 ($200 with GBTA membership). This membership covers all annual meetings including Education Day and our annual Golf Outing and Holiday Meeting including lunch or dinner.
Meeting Dates & Education Topics and Membership information can be found at www.michiganbta.org
By renewing your membership you are able to take advantage of many opportunities to enhance your personal and professional growth through networking opportunities and educational meetings. Your annual “Full Membership” includes: 10 Meetings (6 face to face & 4 webinars) with a total of 20 hours of education, 18 hours of networking with 100+ Business Travel Professional, 6 meals & 18 holes of golf… That ALL adds up to a lot of value for only $250 per year, with a FULL membership to one of GBTA’s (Global Business Travel Assn.) longest standing and most respected chapters!
Renewing is easy. Simply go to www.michiganbta.org on the home page. Be sure to LOG-IN, and then click on “Member Area” in the upper right corner of the home page; you will see under the “Member Area” an option listed as “Member Dues”, click on that to see your membership dues options. “Add to Cart” the dues payment you desire. Full Membership includes ALL meeting fees and is your best value. You can renew your membership on-line securely using your credit card or you can complete the mail in application and send along with a check made out to Michigan Business Travel Association.
We look forward to working with you for another year and value your contribution to the success of the travel industry.
If you have questions, please contact Tawnya Johnson, membership chair at membership@michiganbta.org
Updates:
The Charity Committee is pleased to announce The Freedom Center is the MBTA charity for 2012. The Freedom Center was chosen for a number of reasons including it is directly related with travel, has benefited fellow MBTA members, gives back to those who were willing to fight for our freedom, need we say more? We look forward to a successful year of donations to help support this great cause. You can find more information on their website: http://miarmedforceshospitality.org
MISSION STATEMENT: Serving those who serve us...
Our mission is to provide a world-class reception and hospitality center for military personnel at the Detroit Metropolitan Airport. Our goal is to provide a relaxed, home-like atmosphere that embraces and meets the needs of traveling service members and their families. This facility is supported and staffed by individual volunteers and organizations from surrounding communities and the airport. Our doors are open to individuals on active duty, National Guard members, Reservists, and service academy cadets. We also welcome military spouses, dependents, and retirees.
The 6th Annual Chapter Challenge is On! GBTA is challenging it 40 Chapters to engage their elected officials. The Chapter Challenge runs Convention to Convention (August 12, 2011 through July 22, 2012). Chapters meeting these tasks will be recognized as Chapter Challenge Partners:
- 50% of membership sends a communication to one of their elected officials through the Legislative Action Center
- Invite an elected official to speak at a chapter meeting or host an NBTA Government relations focused meeting
- Chapter sends a letter to their Representative or Senator endorsing an NBTA endorsed bill or vote
- Request a meeting with an elected official in your state (NEW!)
- Chapter appoints a liaison to the NBTA Govt. Relations Dept.
- Raise $1,000 in PAC contributions regardless of Chapter size, must have 30% of members contribute
Chapter Challenge Winners - Chapters are divided into three groups based on membership. The Chapter in each division that raises the most money above the $1,000 level will be the winner. Winners will have a reserved table for all 2012 GBTA Convention General Sessions. For more information contact Governmental Affairs Chair Michael Hoff at government@michiganbta.org (Please note Government Relations for GBTA still carries the name NBTA)
GBTA Convention
All past CPC Presidents are invited to the CPC (Chapter Presidents Council) dinner Saturday night before convention. There will also be a community service opportunity again on Saturday this year.
Former President of the United States, George W. Bush To Keynote at the GBTA 2012 Convention
Alexandria, VA (February 16, 2012) - GBTA today announced that the 43rd President of the United States, George W. Bush, will be featured as a keynote speaker at the annual 2012 GBTA International Convention & Exposition at the Boston Convention Center in Boston, MA, July 22-25, 2012.
2012 Future Meeting Dates
April 11 - 12, 2012 - GBTA Canada Convention
Apr 18, 2012 - Global Etiquette/Governmental Travel Documents – Radisson Hotel - Kalamazoo
May 16, 2012 - Webinar Meeting
June 18, 2012 - Leadership Development - Annual MBTA Golf Outing – The Inn at St. Johns - Plymouth
July 22nd- July 25th, 2012 - GBTA, Boston
Aug 15, 2012 – Webinar Meeting
*September 18 or 19, 2012 – Tentative Dates at this time - OVBTA /MBTA - Education Day - (Ohio Area) Please send your ideas for Education Day topics to education@michiganbta.org
*October 17, 2012 - Hotel Sourcing/Meeting Planning (Greater Detroit Area)
*Please note these dates have changed
Nov 14, 2012 – Webinar Meeting
Dec 5, 2012 - 5th Meeting, Holiday Charity Auction "Game Show" 2012
Thank you to our 2012 Annual Sponsors for supporting MBTA.
We value your participation as a member of MBTA. This is your organization!
Lisa M. Hoehn
MBTA President
president@michiganbta.org
248-735-7426 |
