GENERAL MEETING. Here is a glimpse of what you will learn at the Spring Meeting:

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1 Spring 2015 GENERAL MEETING Orlando, FL April 9-11, 2015 Disney Yacht and Beach Resort Lake Buena Vista, FL Here is a glimpse of what you will learn at the Spring Meeting: The outside forces that could be a drag on the economy the next 24-months How technology will change every facet of your personal and business life The industry sectors that are strong or weak, and which ones you should invest in The future of manufacturing in North America and why it s coming back The positive forces that are pushing the economy in the next 24 months Demographic shifts that are impacting every industry including automotive, aerospace, medical, and housing The truths behind generational differences How to have a company culture that respects tradition, yet breeds innovation and change Real time thoughts from members of different generations on dressing in the workplace, texting, communications, the environment, what is professionalism, and a host of other topics 6-keys you need to know to remain relevant as a company to the next generation What it felt like to experience a 10-second countdown on a space shuttle How to close the communication and understanding gap between young and older employees What does a shuttle launch feel like How managers can motivate the younger generation of employees How to sleep, eat, breathe, and drink in space flight You Are MTI Strong

2 Invite From The President Hello MTI Members. We are excited to announce that registration for the 2015 Spring Meeting in Orlando, Florida at the beautiful Disney Yacht and Beach Club Resort, April 9-11 is NOW OPEN. I ve been coming to MTI national meetings since the mid 1980 s and one thing I m sure of with all the cold weather many of us experience at home, the warm weather of Central Florida will be appreciated by all of us. The Spring Meeting program, designed by the Program Committee, emphasizes providing members a chance to refresh, renew and reenergize our perspective. This year s meeting will feature one of the first astronauts on the Space Shuttle Discovery, Mike Mullane, as our keynote speaker. Mike is part of a power packed set of experts who will be speaking on key areas of improvement for our companies. In a span of two concentrated days, you will hear practical solutions and learn the following: Jackie Peters Peters Heat Treating 2015 President The outside forces that could be a drag on the economy the next 24-months The industry sectors that are strong and weak and which ones you should invest in The positive forces that are pushing the economy in the next 24 months The truths behind generational differences How to have a company culture to respect tradition, yet breed innovation and change 6-keys you need to know to remain relevant as a company to the next generation How to close the communication and understanding gap between young and older employees How technology will change every facet of your personal and business life The future of manufacturing in North America and why it s coming back Demographic shifts that are impacting every industry including automotive, aerospace, medical and housing Real time thoughts from members of different generations on dressing in the workplace, texting, communications, the environment, what is professionalism and a host of other topics What it felt like to experience a 10-second countdown on the Space Shuttle What does a shuttle launch feel like How to sleep, eat, breathe and drink in space flight How managers can motivate the young generation of employees This meeting is guaranteed to have something for everyone and will cover the hot topics that we are all dealing with on a daily basis. Be sure you don t miss out on this exciting opportunity to experience a great balance of education mixed with interactive social events at an exciting location. Meeting and registration details are enclosed with this brochure. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our corporate office at or info@heattreat.net. Looking forward to seeing you in Orlando, Florida! Jackie Peters 2015 President Peters Heat Treating

3 Host Hotel Information Disney Yacht and Beach Resort 1700 Epcot Resorts Blvd Lake Buena Vista, FL Reservation Information Phone Reservations: Reservation Code: G Special note : MTI room blocks fill up fast, we encourage you to book your room as soon as possible to ensure you are able to stay in the host hotel. The group rate is good for 3 days before and after the conference dates based on availability. If you plan to stay before or after the conference, you should book your room soon due to high demand of Disney hotels. Room Rate: $179 per night Cutoff Date: March 9th, 2015 Travel & Transportation Local Airport: Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 22 miles from Resort Disney Magical Express Bus NOTE: Magical Express can take anywhere from 45 min to 2-hours with stops to each resort. Taxi Rental Car

4 Spring 2015 General Meeting Schedule For more information, contact the MTI Office at or Thursday, April 9 10:00 am - 4:00 pm: Welcome Reception and Badge Pick-up After you check-in to your room, you will venture down to the MTI welcome desk to pick up your Spring Meeting packet which will include your name badges, beverage tickets, meeting information and a welcome beverage. 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm: First Timer s Welcome Reception Connecting with others is one of the toughest things to do for any first timer at a conference. Not at MTI. To help our first time attendees meet others, the MTI Board of Trustees invites all first timers to attend a special reception prior to the opening night dinner to get to know the leadership of MTI as well as Past Presidents in attendance. 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm: Opening Night Reception and Dinner Enjoy a night of networking, cocktails and dinner at the beautiful Disney Yacht and Beach Club Resort. You will be hosted on the Yacht Club s Boardwalk along the inner beach with amazing views of all the nighttime activities taking place along the Boardwalk. Friday, April 10 9:00 am - 11:00 am: SPOUSE/GUEST CONNECTION MTI believes that spouses should be as connected as members. Come and enjoy a healthy breakfast and have a chance to meet other spouses and guests who are in attendance at the Spring Meeting. Many spouses have become lifelong friends through meeting at one of these events. 8:00 am - 9:00 am: What Manufacturing Sectors Will Be The Future Winners Senior economist, Cliff Waldman from the Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation, will report on the forecasts for the top industries serviced by MTI members. During this informative session, you will hear the good, bad and ugly in aerospace, automotive, housing, appliances, military and numerous other key industry sectors. 9:00 am -10:00 am: Society The Future of Work, Skills and Careers in a Technology Driven World Technology is changing everywhere at such a rapid pace, especially the work place. Dr. Tracy Wilen will share with you the 6-key areas every business needs to put focus on to connect with the next generation of workers and remain a relevant workplace for the future. 10:15 am -11:30 am: The Manufacturing Renaissance... IT S COMING BACK! Ken Gronbach will be bringing the latest information and data on how manufacturing is swinging back to North America. Everything he stated in our 2009 Spring meeting is currently happening with politics, manufacturing and people. He will bring that futuristic mindset to Orlando to help us see where manufacturing is headed. REFUEL REFRESH REENERGIZE

5 Spring 2015 General Meeting Schedule For more information, contact the MTI Office at or 11:30 am - Noon: MTI Spring Membership Meeting Progress Report MTI President Jackie Peters and other committee chairs will provide valuable updates on various projects MTI is working on including benchmarking enhancements, technical specifications and training with the apprenticeship program. 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm: Meet-Up Cocktail Reception Night two is all about the freedom to see Central Florida and Disney World. You are invited to come and enjoy an hour of cocktails as you discuss with other members where you want to venture to and explore. Saturday, April 11 (SPOUSES AND GUESTS INVITED TO THESE SESSIONS) 8:00 am - 9:00 am: How to Understand and Connect With Generation Y & Z This session will help you understand the myths and truths behind generational differences. It s not enough to just tell someone of another generation, just do it. Managers need to understand who their employees really are and how to empower them to be innovative. Jeanna Mastrodicasa, Dean of Generational Studies at the University of Florida, will help you bridge the gap of understanding and how to tap into the next generation for everything. 9:00 am - 10:00 am: You Want Me to Do What and When and Dress How? Moderated by Jeanna, a multigenerational panel of gen x, gen y, and baby boomers will openly discuss a variety of topics put forth by the audience. We all hear how generations think differently. Well, now you will see it in an open format where members will experience the varying views held by different generations. Should be quite an eye opener on all sides. 10:15 am - 11:30 am: The Lighter Side of Space Flight Ever imagine what it is like to be sitting in the cockpit of a space shuttle as the countdown begins 10, 9, 8, 7, 6 It must be a pretty exhilarating feeling. Mike Mullane was one of the first astronauts on Space Shuttle Discovery. In Mike s session, he will share an amazing and funny journey of spaceflight. Using spectacular video and slides he will answer everybody s space questions: What does a shuttle launch feel like?...how does an astronaut deal with the incredible fear of launch?... How do you sleep, bathe, eat, drink, etc.? 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Closing Night Reception, Dinner and Entertainment After enjoying two days of educational sessions and seeing Orlando, enjoy dinner followed by the MTI Silent Party. You don t want to miss it. It is the perfect blend of entertainment for those who want to network and those who want to dance! Bring your camera s because pictures are a must! REFUEL REFRESH REENERGIZE

6 Featured Activities in the area Magic Kingdom Park Enchanting entertainment,classic attractions, beloved Disney Characters, and spectacular parades and fireworks in a place where fairytale dreams can come true. Epcot Attractions and entertainment dedicated to technological innovation and the culture and cuisine of 11 nations. Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park One of the world's largest animaltheme parks full of attractions, adventure, and fantastic animals. Disney's Hollywood Studios Shows, attractions, and tours offering behind-the-scenes glimpses of Hollywood-style action. La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil Disney s BoardWalk Be mesmerized by this extraordinary avantgarde spectacle as it makes the impossible, possible! Entertainment Dining Recreation SPECIAL NOTE: It is recommended to call ahead to any special restaurants you would like to dine at during your stay and make reservations prior to your arrival in Orlando.

7 Orlando, FL Travel Tips Name Badges & Program Schedule Your name badge(s) and program schedule will be available for pick-up Thursday April 9th 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at the Arrival Welcome Reception. When you check-in to the hotel, the desk clerk will direct you to the location of the reception. If you arrive after the reception, your name badge and program schedule will be available at the entrance of the Opening Night Networking Reception and Dinner. Dress Code Resort casual for opening night and general sessions. Semi-Formal for final night dinner. (Tie optional for men) SPECIAL NOTE FOR WOMEN: It is recommended that you wear flat shoes for the April 9th Opening Night Dinner due to the event being held on the Disney Yacht Club Boardwalk just outside the hotel. Drink Tickets As a convenience to members at MTI General Meetings, we developed a drink ticket feature that allows members to purchase their beverages at MTI functions with blue drink tickets. This keeps members from having to carry large amounts of cash for beverages. Your booklet of blue drink tickets is coded with a number linked to your company for tracking. Within 30-days of the meeting, MTI will send you an invoice for your beverages consumed during the meeting. Treat these tickets as cash - you will only be billed for the number of tickets collected by the bartenders at the functions. These tickets are only accepted at official MTI functions and are not valid at any other hotel bars. Weather April weather in Orlando is highs in the 70 s and lows in the low 60 s with potential afternoon showers. TRAINING & EDUCATION NETWORKING FUN & EXCITEMENT

8 2015 MTI Spring General Meeting Registration Form Send to: MTI 8825 Perimeter Park Blvd. Ste. 501 Jacksonville, FL or Fax to: Questions: General Information - April Disney Yacht and Beach Resort Epcot Resorts Blvd. - Lake Buena Vista, FL Name of Company: Address: City: St: Zip: Phone: PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY March 25th. First & Last Name for Name Badge Please Print Legibly Nickname For Badge M-Member S-Spouse G-Guest C-Child* *Include age Special Meal 1st Thurs. Time Din/ Recept. Fri./Sat Gen. Session Friday Recep. Sat. to Din/ receive meeting Recept. notices Registration Fees (Make checks payable to Metal Treating Institute) **Member Reg. Fee Includes Thurs.& Sat. Dinner/Receptions & Entertainment, Friday Reception, Friday/Saturday Educational Sessions, Materials and Continental Breakfast ***Spouse, Guest and Child Registration Fee Includes Thurs.& Sat. Dinner/Receptions & Entertainment, Friday Reception and Saturday Closing Speaker Early Bird Pricing By March 9, 2015 After March 9, 2015 Member or Company Employee ** $ $ Qty: = Spouse, Guest or Children Age 12 & Older*** $ $ Qty: = Children Under Age 12 (Under 3 Free) *** $ $ Qty: = Total to Process = Payment Information: Send check to: MTI 8825 Perimeter Park Blvd. Ste. 501 Jacksonville, FL Credit Card Type: VS MC AMEX Disc Exp: / Security Code: Credit Card #: Name on Card City: Authorized Signature: I authorize MTI to process the total amount necessary for all attendees noted on this registration form to attend the MTI 2015 Spring Meeting. Cancellations must be received no later than March 25th 2015 to avoid charges to your company.