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58th Annual Spring Convention
Registration Packet
June 22 — 25, 2015
Blue Harbor Resort & Spa
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Shopping, golf, watersports and charter fishing are just a few
minutes away on foot or by car. Make a sand castle at the
beach, take a long nature walk along the shoreline or try a real
water adventure by sailing, kayaking or stand-up paddleboard-
ing. If fishing or golf is your game, you’re in luck: The resort
has partnered with local charter fishing services as well as The
Bull, a Jack Nicklaus golf course that’s just 10 minutes away.
For those that love to shop, Blue Harbor offers some unex-
pected, delightful choices at The Boutique and its other retail
stores. More shops — as well as an assortment of bars and res-
taurants — are a short walk away at Sheboygan’s quaint Harbor
Centre. Deeper into this family-friendly city, a wide range of
museums and entertainment awaits.
We have reserved a block of rooms at the resort. Our conven-
tion rate for resort rooms is $145 per night plus tax, single or
double occupancy plus a resort amenity fee of $10.00 per day.
It is highly suggested that you book your resort reservations
now! Call the reservations office at 866-701-2583 and refer-
ence the Midwest Insulation Contractors code -- 7AL45L.
Please note that we have blocked a limited number of rooms. If
you wait until the last minute to reserve your room, you run the
risk that our block will be filled, and the resort will not have
any additional rooms available. As we have stated in the past,
if you reserve your hotel room now, you can always cancel it
later, but you may not be able to reserve a room if you wait too
President Lance Pickerign and his wife, Renee, wish to extend a
warm MICA invitation to you to join them as our association
engages in “Getting Involved”. One of the key benefits of be-
longing to MICA is your
ability to work with fel-
low members to improve
your business acumen
and to better your indus-
try. Come and partici-
pate as we share ideas at
our annual convention
this June 22 – 25, 2015,
at one of the Midwest’s
most unique resorts and conference centers; the Blue Harbor
Resort & Spa. Nestled on the western shore of the always-
majestic Lake Michigan, this picturesque and stately home-
away-from-home presents a stunning view all unto itself. With
180 hotel rooms and 64 villas, Blue Harbor offers a wide varie-
ty of accommodations perfect for our annual convention.
Our 58th Annual Spring Convention will be a special event, and
one that you do not want to miss! The convention will follow
a Monday to Thursday pattern that we have used the past
three years. Based on feedback from our members, we have
moved the arrival date from Sunday of Father’s Day to Mon-
day. This will allow our members to possibly spend Father’s
Day at home with family and friends.
The location of this year’s meeting is designed to allow those of
you who would like to extend the meeting into a vacation time
for the entire family to do so. At Blue Harbor, you have both
Lake Michigan and the Sheboygan River in your back yard.
Recreation activities are diverse, whether it’s a rollicking visit
to the year-round indoor waterpark and mini-golf course or a
relaxing stroll on one of the eco-friendly lakeshore trails. When
you’re at The Blue, relaxation, fun and comfort are intertwined.
The resort restaurants include the premier Latitude 43 or casual
Beacon, all with extraordinary views. Treat yourself to the ex-
pertise and personalized care available at Reflections Spa.
MIDWEST INSULATION CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION
INSULATION FOR INDUSTRY
16712 ELM CIRCLE OMAHA, NE 68130
402-342-3463 FAX: 402-330-9702
www.micainsulation.org
long. We will be monitoring our block and making room ad-
justments accordingly. Our block of rooms will be released
on May 21, 2015, but if you wait until May 21st, the block of
rooms will be filled, and we may not be able to accommodate
your needs.
The Board of Directors is most excited about the technical top-
ics and speakers for the spring convention. The topics and
speakers were selected to help educate and inform you on a
variety of industry topics pertinent to our current business cli-
mate. We are going to have presentations that cover a wide
array of topics that will help you grow your knowledge as a
business professional. We will have an opening presentation on
“Sifting Through the Generational Drama...Reviving the
Fascination We Once Had for Our Differences”. As the ba-
by boomers age and the younger generation of people move
into the workplace, the need for understanding generational
differences is crucial for business survival. Our keynote speak-
er, Ms. Karrie Landsverk, Partner and Director of Education
with AmericanWay University in Portage, WI, will address this
topic in an entertaining and educational morning session. Dr.
Linda Goldenhar, Director of Research and Evaluation at
CPWR: The Center for Construction Research and Training,
will give us her insight on improving our company’s safety
culture with her presentation on, “Making a Positive Differ-
ence in Construction Safety and Health by Improving Safe-
ty Culture, Safety Climate, & Safety Leadership”. Gary
Auman will provide an extended update on OSHA require-
ments that will include a discussion on how to document re-
cordables properly as well as other recordkeeping and report-
ing issues. We will hear from Alec Rexroat as he provides an
enlighten presentation on the efforts of the Labor Manage-
ment Trust to promote the mechanical insulation industry to a
national audience. You will be updated on the new MICA
plates that have been added to the 7th edition of the National
Commercial & Industrial Insulation Standards manual in 2015.
Mr. J. Kenneth Freeman, NIA President for 2015 – 2016, will
give us an update on our industry activities at the national
level.
We will have a union contractor forum, an open shop con-
tractor forum, and an associate member forum all running
simultaneously. This approach allows more of the members to
participate in craft issues without being part of a formal com-
mittee. This spring, neither the labor committee nor the merit
shop committee will formally meet during the convention. This
format will give each of you the opportunity to interact with
other MICA members with similar business concerns. The as-
sociate member forum will discuss several issues of interest to
our associate members regarding their membership status in
MICA.
In June, we will recognize those companies that participated in
our tenth annual “Best Practices in Safety” Award. This
award was established to formally recognize our member firms’
efforts in safety and safety practices. This year, we again use
the changes that we made to the “Best Practices in Safety”
Award program. We will use the grading system that recogniz-
es each applicant’s achievement in developing a quality safety
program. With this system, companies are not competing
against each other for awards. Instead each applicant will try to
achieve the highest award level where multiple applicants can
receive the same award level. On our second day of meetings,
representatives of the participating firms will meet in a
roundtable discussion on safety. They will share with us their
efforts in promoting safety and establishing best practices in
safety.
The Board of Directors feels that each presentation will add
value to your understanding of the technical topics discussed.
You will come away from the convention more informed and
better prepared to successfully manage your business. It is the
Board’s intent to make this convention attractive to our mem-
bership in its location, cost and program content. In this light,
our registration fee has been adjusted to encourage additional
member participation. The registration fee is $515.00 for the
first attendee from a member company. Registration for all
additional attendees from a given company is reduced to $490.
The registration fee is $915.00 for the first member and spouse
registered from a member company. Registration for all addi-
tional registered couples from a given company is reduced to
$890. This year we have included a children’s registration for
the Welcome Reception and Farewell Brunch events only.
The fee is $50-$100.00 per child. The Board is delighted to
offer this new incentive for multiple attendees from member
companies. The benefit of joining an association comes from
participating in association activities.
The seventeenth annual “Mick Van Horn Memorial Golf
Tournament” is set for Tuesday afternoon, June 23, 2015, at
The Bull Golf Course at Pinehurst Farms. We have a shotgun
start set for 1:00 p.m. The Bull is a Jack Nicklaus designed
Signature Course, and was Ranked #70 Public Golf Course in
America (Golf Digest 2015-2016). The course is about a 30
minute drive from our host hotel, and a shuttle will be provided.
As you would expect, there is plenty of water on the course, so
you have a great chance to win the coveted “Fish Award” that
was a favorite trophy of Mick’s. We will complete Tuesday’s
technical program early enough to allow you plenty of time to
get to the course. We still have the four-person scramble for-
mat for you to enjoy. This year’s fee is $140.00 per golfer,
which includes a shuttle to and from the course, The Bull’s
Wisconsin Burger & Brat Buffet, cart, green fees, complimen-
tary use of practice and range area, and of course, prizes.
Please read the golf registration carefully. Payment for golf
(Continued on page 7)
MIDWEST INSULATION CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION
SPRING CONVENTION REGISTRATION FORM Blue Harbor Resort & Spa, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
June 22 - 25, 2015
PLEASE COMPLETE ONE FORM FOR EACH MEMBER OR COUPLE ATTENDING
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
NAME(S)
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CHILDREN NAME(S) if Registered
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
COMPANY
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
E-mail Address Phone Number Fax Number
Please mark if you are a first time attendee to a MICA meeting _______.
Registration Fees: Number Total
Members @ $515.00 for First Attendee from Company; _______ $__________
$490 all other Company attendees _______ $__________
Member & Spouse @ $915.00 for First Couple from Company; _______ $__________
$890 for All other couples from Company _______ $__________
Guests (Including Children Over Age 18) @ $515.00 Per Guest _______ $__________
Children Ages 12 through 18 @ $100.00 (Welcome Reception and Farewell Brunch Only)* _______ $__________
Children Ages 7 through 11 @ $50.00 (Welcome Reception and Farewell Brunch Only)* _______ $__________
Scramble Golf Tournament:
Tuesday’s Golf Tournament Remittance (See Attached Golf Participation Form) @ $140.00 each _______ $__________
Convention Shirts Ordered:
Complimentary shirt option; _____ No thanks. ____ Yes I would like the shirt, my size is __________.
Total Cost Remittance (See Attached Order Form for Additional Shirt Orders) $__________
Total Costs Remitted $__________
Make all checks payable to: Midwest Insulation Contractors Association or complete the credit card payment authorization form below:
Circle Type of Credit Card; MasterCard VISA American Express
Credit Card Number; ____________________________________________________________________________________
Name of Cardholder; ____________________________________________________________________________________
Expiration Date of Credit Card; ____________________________________________________________________________
Member/Spouse Opening Breakfast:
I/We (will) (will not) Attend the Opening Session Plated Breakfast on Tuesday Morning, June 23, 2015. The Number of People Attending is
___________.
Gala Dinner/Dance:
I/We (will) (will not) Attend the Gala Awards Dinner/Dance on Wednesday Evening, June 24, 2015. The Number of People Attending is
___________.
Farewell Breakfast/Brunch:
I/We (will) (will not) Attend the Farewell Breakfast Buffet on Thursday Morning, June 25, 2015. The Number of People Attending is _______.
* If you have children registered, will they be attending the brunch? We will have _________ children attending the farewell brunch.
Please return the completed pre-registration form with your payment by May 22, 2015, to the MICA office at 16712 Elm Circle, Omaha, NE
68130; 402-342-3463. e-mail; [email protected]. Fax 402-330-9702.
NOTE: Refund Deadline: 90% Refund on Cancellations Received Prior to June 1, 2015; No Refund on Cancellations Received After June 1, 2015.
INDIVIDUAL RESERVATION REQUEST
GROUP NAME: Midwest Insulation Contractors Association
GROUP DATES: Saturday, June 20, 2015 - Friday, June 26, 2015
GROUP NUMBER: 7AL45L
PLEASE CALL THE RESORT DIRECTLY TO RESERVE YOUR ROOM
PHONE 866-701-2583 (Option #1) BY: Thursday, May 21, 2015
Reservations received after this date will be accepted based on availability.
ROOMS MAY BE RESERVED ONLINE BY FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW:
1. Go to www.blueharborresort.com
2. Scroll down to the Book Now portion
3. Enter your desired Arrival and Departure Dates and enter 7AL45L in Group Code box
4. Click Check Availability
5. On the next screen you will confirm that your imputed information is correct and click search
6. Rates will include tax and fees
Below are the room styles they can choose from at the rate of $145 before taxes and fees.
There is 13% tax and $10 Resort Fee.
RESORT AMENITY FEE:
A resort amenity fee per the schedule shown above will be added to all rooms per night. The services fee includes com-
plimentary wireless internet access; USA Today; local calls at no additional charge; in-room coffee; complimentary fax-
ing/boarding passes; unlimited use of Business/Computer center; daily use of the waterpark and outdoor pool; bocce ball
courts and putting green; access to local fitness center; bonfires with complimentary s’mores.
GUARANTEE AND CANCELLATION POLICY:
A guarantee fee equal to one night’s lodging, resort amenity fee and tax is required to guarantee your reservations and
will be charged to a major credit card at the time of booking. There is a $25 fee for cancellations prior to 72 hours of the
arrival date. Cancellations within 72 hours of the arrival date, the first night’s payment is forfeited. Check in is at 4:00
p.m. and check out is at 11:00 a.m.
TYPE OF ROOMS/UNITS NUMBER OF GUESTS
NIGHTLY RATES
RESORT AMENITY
FEE KING ROOMS WITH SOFA SLEEPER CITY VIEW
$ 145.00 $ 10.00
KING ROOMS WITH SOFA SLEEPER LAKE VIEW
$ 145.00 $ 10.00
FAMILY (2 QUEENS WITH SOFA SLEEPER) ROOMS CITY VIEW
$ 145.00 $ 10.00
FAMILY (1 QUEEN WITH SOFA SLEEPER) ROOMS LAKE VIEW
$ 145.00 $ 10.00
KID THEMED (1 QUEEN WITH SOFA SLEEPER AND SET OF BUNK BEDS) ROOMS CITY VIEW
$ 145.00 $ 10.00
MIDWEST INSULATION CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION
SPRING CONVENTION
Golf Tournament Registration Form
The Bull at Pinehurst Farms Golf Club
Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Please Note: The golf course is requiring us to guarantee our golf reservations prior to the tournament. We
must have your golf registration into the MICA office no later than May 22, 2015. We will not guarantee
more golfers than we have registered at this date. If you wish to play in the tournament, you must have this
form completed and returned to the MICA office by Friday, May 22, 2015!
17th Annual “Mick Van Horn Memorial” Scramble Golf Tournament:
The Bull at Pinehurst Farms – Tuesday, June 23, 2015; Shotgun tee time starting @ 1:00 P.M.
All Members & Guests @ $140.00 Per Golfer; Fee includes Transportation to & from the course, The
Bull’s Burger & Brat Buffet, 18 holes of golf, shared golf cart, complimentary use of practice and range
area, and prizes. Slacks or suitable length shorts, collared shirt and non-metal spiked golf or tennis shoes
are required.
Total Golf Tournament Costs Remitted: _______ Golfers @ $140.00 = $__________
Golf Participants:
Name Handicap
_____________________________________________________ ______
_____________________________________________________ ______
_____________________________________________________ ______
_____________________________________________________ ______
Rental clubs available. Rental for a set of clubs is $65.00 plus tax. The club has a limited number of sets on
property, so we need an accurate count of the number of sets needed. Please indicate below if you need rental
clubs and the type you need (right or left handed). You will pay for the rental set at the clubhouse on the day
of the tournament.
_______ Yes, I need a set of (men’s /women’s) (right / left handed) rental clubs for the tournament.
_______ No, I do not need a set of rental clubs. I will bring my own clubs to the tournament.
Please return the completed golf registration form with your payment by May 22, 2015, to the MICA
office at 16712 Elm Circle, Omaha, NE 68130; 402-342-3463. e-mail [email protected]. Fax 402
-330-9702.
- MIDWEST INSULATION CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION
58th ANNUAL CONVENTION APPAREL ORDER FORM
Order by May 8, 2015
As part of the 57th annual convention of MICA, we are promoting MICA embossed items. The following items are available for
purchase;
Sport Shirts -- The shirts are the Nike Golf – Dri-Fit pique sport shirts embossed with the “MICA” logo. This year’s shirt color is
tidal blue for both the men and ladies, with the “MICA” logo embroidered on the left chest and “Sheboygan, WI” on the right
sleeve. EACH REGISTERED MEMBER (NOT SPOUSE) WILL RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTARY SHIRT (See registra-
tion form for complimentary shirt). Additional shirts may be ordered at the prices indicated below.
Microfiber Club Jacket - 100% polyester microfiber jacket. Wind and water resistant. Relaxed elastic waistband and cuffs, contrast
inside collar band and under collar, button tab on collar, raglan sleeves, 2 front pockets, inside polyester sleeve lining and inside left
chest pocket with Velcro closure. Stone with Navy trim, available in sizes Small - 4XL. The MICA logo and the words
“Established in 1956” will be embroidered on the left chest.
Microfiber Windshirt - 100% polyester microfiber jacket. Wind and water resistant. High overlap V-neck flat knit rib collar with
contrast tipping, side entry welt pockets, fully lined, raglan sleeves, comfortable elastic waistband and flat knit rib cuffs. Stone with
black trim, available in sizes Small - 4XL. The MICA logo and the words “Established in 1956” will be embroidered on the left
chest.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM BELOW
PLEASE NOTE THAT EACH REGISTERED MEMBER, RECEIVES A COMPLIMENTARY SHIRT.
(See registration form for complimentary shirt). Additional shirts may be ordered at the prices indicated below.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
NAME
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
COMPANY
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP
Men’s Sport Shirt Order;
Number Price Per Shirt Total
_____ Small _____ Medium _____ Large _____ X-Large @ $46.00 __________
_____ XX-Large @ $49.00 __________
_____ 3X-Large @ $52.00 __________
_____ 4X-Large @ $53.00 __________
Ladies’ Sport Shirt Order;
Number Price Per Shirt _____ Small _____ Medium _____ Large _____ X-Large @ $46.00 __________
_____ XX-Large @ $49.00 __________
Microfiber Club Jacket Order;
Number Price Per Jacket
_____ Small _____ Medium _____ Large _____ X-Large @ $49.00 __________
_____ XX-Large @ $53.00 __________
_____ 3X-Large @ $56.00 __________
_____ 4X-Large @ $58.00 __________
Microfiber Windshirt Order;
Number Price Per Windshirt
_____ Small _____ Medium _____ Large _____ X-Large @ $45.00 __________
_____ XX-Large @ $49.00 __________
_____ 3X-Large @ $51.00 __________
_____ 4X-Large @ $53.00 __________
Total Costs Remitted (Transfer Cost to Registration Form) $ __________
must accompany the registration fee. Please complete the golf
portion of the registration form as fully as possible, especially
the handicap information. This is essential for us to properly
match the foursomes. You need to register for the golf tour-
nament by May 22, 2015.
The program also affords you ample time for fun and relaxation
and to interact with your fellow contractors and distributors.
We have the traditional opening evening Welcome Reception.
This year’s reception is sponsored in part by the contributing
associate members. We will feast on hors d’oeuvres, libations,
and renew friendships. Our gala dinner and dance will be on
Wednesday evening. This year’s gala is semi-formal dress.
We will honor Alec Rexroat, Past President and long-time
member of MICA, with the “William R. Heaston Outstanding
Member” award. Alec is an ambassador extraordinaire for
MICA and the insulation industry. He truly exemplifies the
virtues reflected in Bill Heaston of selfless service to MICA
and the insulation industry. The recognition ceremony will take
place during our Wednesday evening gala.
Your cooperation in completing the enclosed pre-registration
material early and making your hotel reservations early is most
appreciated. Your promptness helps us to plan a better, more
efficient and effective convention for you. We ask that you
complete and mail your registration material along with pay-
ment to the MICA office no later than May 22, 2015. It is
MICA’s policy to refund 90% of your registration fee if we are
notified prior to June 1, 2015. Once we have committed to the
hotel with meal guarantees, we are then obligated to pay these
guarantees. We will work with you on refunds if you inform us
on a timely basis. Your help and understanding on this matter
is most appreciated. Make plans to bring your family to the
MICA convention and extend your business to include some
quality family time. Now is the time to plan for your participa-
tion at MICA’s 58th annual spring convention. Make your hotel
reservations today by calling the Blue Harbor Resort reserva-
tion line at 866-701-2583. Please join Lance, Renee, the entire
Board of Directors and fellow MICA members in Sheboygan,
June 22 – 25, 2015, for our annual spring convention and be a
part of “Getting Involved”.
Special Note: [The Membership & Promotions Committee
of MICA is providing each registered member only (not
spouse) with a complimentary sport shirt for this year’s
convention. They ask that you wear the shirt proudly and
promote MICA and the Insulation Industry in the process]!
See the registration form for ordering the complimentary shirt.
Tentative Schedule of Events
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2015
1:00 p.m. Executive Committee Meeting.
4:00 p.m. Past Presidents’ Committee Meeting.
6:00 p.m. Past Presidents’ and BOD Dinner.
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2015
8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Committee Meetings – Membership,
Technical, and Board of Directors.
12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. General Registration.
12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. MICA Hospitality Room.
5:00 p.m. First Time Attendee Orientation.
6:00 p.m. Associate-Sponsored Opening Night
Welcome Reception.
7:00 p.m. Evening Open (Dinner on Your
Own).
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2015
8:00 - 9:45 a.m. Member/Spouse Plated Breakfast and
Opening Presentation; “Sifting Through the
Generational Drama...Reviving the Fascina-
tion We Once Had for Our Differences”, by
Karrie Landsverk, AmericanWay University,
Portage, WI.
Recognition of “Best Practices in Safety”
Participants.
10:00 a.m. Open Forum Discussions:
Union Contractors Forum –Randy Leo-
pold, Moderator.
Open Shop Contractors Forum –Matt
Hymer, Moderator.
Associate Member Forum – Jeff Dineen,
Moderator.
MICA Business Meeting – Election of Board
of Directors.
10:00 a.m. Spouses Program — Kohler Arts Industry
Lecture, Artist in Residency.
11:30 a.m. Scramble Golf Tournament – The Bull at
Pinehurst Farms Golf Club. Bus Leaves at
11:30 a.m. Buffet Lunch at 12:00 p.m., Shot-
gun Start at 1:00 p.m.
Noon Lunch (On Your Own).
Afternoon Open to Enjoy the Sites of Sheboygan and the
Surrounding Area.
7:00 p.m. Evening Open (Dinner on Your Own).
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2015
7:00 a.m. Safety & Environmental Committee
Roundtable Discussion “Best Practices in
Safety”.
8:30 a.m. to Second Technical Session for Members;
1:00 p.m.
“NIA Update”, by Mr. Kenny Freeman, NIA
President 2015 - 2016.
“Making a Positive Difference in Construc-
tion Safety and Health by Improving Safety
Culture, Safety Climate, & Safety Leader-
ship”, by Dr. Linda Goldenhar, The Center
for Construction Research and Training,
Silver Spring, MD.
“Labor Management Trust’s Efforts in Pro-
moting the Insulation Industry to a National
Audience” – by Alec Rexroat, M & O Insula-
tion Company, Homewood, IL.
“OSHA Updates & Heat Stress Policy”, by
Mr. Gary Auman, MICA Legal Counsel,
Dunlevey, Mahan, & Furry, Dayton, OH.
“The National Commercial & Industrial Insu-
lation Standards – Updates to the Plates”, by
Peter Gauchel, MICA Technical
Committee Chairman.
“Navigating the Revised MICA Website”, by
Ben Pfister, MICA Past Presidents’ Planning
Committee Chairman.
MICA Business Meeting – Election of Board
of Directors.
Committee Reports.
9:00 a.m. Spouses Program — Olivu Skin Care.
Afternoon Open to Enjoy the Sites.
(Continued from page 7)
6:30 p.m. Gala Awards Dinner
Reception.
7:00 - 11:00 p.m. Gala Awards Dinner
“William R. Heaston Outstanding Member”
Award Presentation to Alec Rexroat,
M & O Insulation Company.
Dance.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2015
7:30 a.m. Board of Directors Meeting.
9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Farewell Breakfast Buffet,
Introduction of 2015 — 2016 MICA Officers.
Sports Awards, and Prizes.
NOTE: This is a tentative schedule of times and events. The
final schedule and starting times for some events may vary
from this tentative schedule.
DRESS CODE: The dress code for the convention is causal for
all events except the gala awards and dinner event. The
Wednesday Evening Gala Reception and Dinner is semi-formal
attire. Suit or jacket and tie for the men and semi-formal dress
for the ladies is recommended.