IPIA 101 st Annual Convention & Trade Show

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1 AGENDA AND REGISTRATION IPIA 101 st Annual Convention & Trade Show NOVEMBER 5-8, 2018 Nashville, TN GOLD SPONSORS ANNUAL CONVENTION AND TRADE SHOW NOVEMBER 5-8, 2018 NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

2 CHAIRMAN S LETTER WELCOME Jeff Tyler, Chairman of IPIA Jamie and I would like to welcome each of you to the 101st International Packaged Ice Association Convention in beautiful Nashville, Tennessee being held November 5th-8th It is an exciting time for the IPIA as we continue to grow in membership over the last few years, and adapt to the constant change in our industry. Nashville is known for its musical roots and we hope that all will have a chance to enjoy this world class destination as we will be staying at the brand new J. W. Marriott Nashville in downtown. This hotel will be one to remember and close to everything in the downtown area. Our Agenda for this year is packed full of exciting events: Get each day started out right by enjoying the Roger Breisch Memorial Fun-Run Walk. The Mel Eads Memorial Golf tournament will be played at the Gaylord Springs Golf Links. However, if you re not playing golf, there s an optional tour to the Hermitage available for all who would like to attend. Our Keynote Speaker is Billy Riggs. You will not only be motivated through his message of the Magic of Balance and a Positive Mental Attitude but will also be amazed by his talent. You will not want to miss him! From the time they set up until the time they tear down our suppliers will not disappoint. So be sure to visit the Exhibit Hall to admire all their hard work. Please take time to visit all our Associate Members/Suppliers booths. It opens Monday, Nov. 5th at 5:30. Our Focus sessions for this year include John Sullivan, LPL-(Financial Technology for Today and Market Update), Marketing for Members Panel, Human Resources Panel, Plant Operations and Technology and PIQCS/FSMA Updates. The Ladies of IPIA are invited for lunch and line dance lessons at the Wild Horse Saloon on Tuesday Nov. 6th 11:00am-2:00pm. Jamie is looking forward to dusting her boots off. Music City Round Up is the theme for the Chairman s Party on Tuesday night. We invite everyone to join us for a night of good food, good music and good friends. Don t want to miss it. It could possibly be one of the best bands we have had in many years. On Wednesday Nov. 7th we will be touring the Home City Ice Plant & Reddy Ice Plant. Lunch will also be provided. Thanks to both of these companies for opening their plants to us. Passing of the Gavel and Farewell Reception will close this IPIA 2018 Convention on Wednesday night. COME JOIN US IN MUSIC CITY USA AND CELEBRATE ANOTHER YEAR IN THE HISTORY OF THE IPIA. JAMIE AND I LOOK SO FORWARD TO SEEING EACH ONE OF YOU IN NASHVILLE. COWBOY UP!! THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS GOLD SPONSORS SILVER SPONSORS BRONZE SPONSORS PATKOL ANNUAL CONVENTION AND TRADE SHOW NOVEMBER 5-8, 2018 NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

3 MUSIC CITY Nashville s musical roots continue to shape the city s culture. Visitors have traveled from far and wide to experience the music that gives Nashville it s nickname, Music City. From the moment you arrive, it s clear the Nashville experience is one of a kind. Not only known for its music, Nashville s diverse food scene has been praised by foodies from around the world. The city s delectable dining options range from casual comfort food to sophisticated culinary creations. Nashville s downtown area is becoming a world class destination with a modern urban vibe. The city has been experiencing a boom in population growth in recent years and has become very appealing for corporate relocations to the area. Sports have a prominent place in Nashville. It is the home of the NFL Tennessee Titans and the NHL Nashville Predators. One of the 25 largest cities in the United States, the city s cultural origins span more than 230 years. From historical attractions like the home of the former President Andrew Jackson, The Hermitage, to those that celebrate the city s musical heritage, including the renowned Ryman Auditorium, the city s history is still very much alive and part of what gives Nashville its unique charm. A few fun facts about our host convention city. National Geographic Traveler U.K. s The Cool List included Nashville. (December 2017) Nashville was listed in Travelocity s Best Places to Travel in 2018 Roundup. (December 2017) Zagat s 30 Most Exciting Food Cities in America 2017 included Nashville. (December 2017) ANNUAL CONVENTION AND TRADE SHOW NOVEMBER 5-8, 2018 NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

4 IPIA 101 ST CONVENTION AGENDA Agenda Subject to Change SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2018 (Early Arrival Day) 9:00 am - 11:30 am Executive Committee Meeting 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Registration/Hospitality Desk 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm Supplier Optional Exhibit Set-Up (Restricted to Suppliers only) 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Board of Directors/Committee Meeting 6:15 pm - 9:30 pm Board of Directors/Committee Dinner (Meet in Lobby) or Dinner on your own MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, :30 am - 1:00 pm Mel Eads Memorial Golf Tournament** (8:30am shotgun) 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Registration/Hospitality Desk 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Supplier Exhibit Set-Up (Restricted to Suppliers only) 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Optional Tour The Hermitage** 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm Associate Conference/Exhibitor Meeting 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm Annual Business Meeting Refreshments & Snacks 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Annual Business Meeting, Awards, Committee Reports and Public Affairs (Chris Lamond) 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Opening Session Welcome Gold Sponsor Introductions 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm Keynote Session Billy Riggs The Magic of Balance and P.M.A -Positive Mental Attitude 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Exhibit Hall Grand Opening Cocktails & Hors d oeurves (Exhibitor raffle drawings) TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, :00 am - 7:45 am Roger Breisch Memorial Fun-Run Walk 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Registration/Hospitality Desk 8:00 am - 9:30 am Canadian Association of Ice Industries Breakfast Meeting 8:30 am - 9:30 am Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall 8:30 am - 10:30 am Exhibit Hall Open (Exhibitor raffle drawings) 10:15 am - 10:30 am Coffee Break in Foyer 10:30 am - 11:30 am Focus Session John Sullivan, LPL Financial Technology for Today and Market Update 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Ladies Program (Meet in Lobby) Line dance lessons & Lunch (offsite) Wild Horse Saloon 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Focus Session IPIA Marketing for Members Panel 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm Exhibit Hall Lunch 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm Exhibit Hall Open (Exhibitor raffle drawings) 2:15 pm - 2:30 pm Coffee Break in Foyer 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Focus Session Human Resources Panel 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Roundtables and Panel Discussion Plant Operations and Automation 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Chairman s Party Music City Round-up WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, :00 am - 7:45 am Roger Breisch Memorial Fun Run Walk 7:30 am - 1:00 pm Registration/Hospitality Desk 8:00 am - 9:15 am Past Chairmen Breakfast 8:30 am - 9:45 am Breakfast Served in Exhibit Hall 8:30 am - 10:00 am Exhibit Hall Open (Exhibitor raffle drawings) 9:45 am - 10:00 am Coffee Break in Foyer 10:00 am - 11:45 am Focus Session PIQCS/FSMA Updates 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Exhibit Hall Teardown 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm Home City Ice Plant & Reddy Ice Plant Tours & Lunch 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Final Goodbye Cocktail Reception - Passing of the Gavel 7:30 pm Open night to enjoy dinner with industry friends. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2018 HAVE A SAFE TRIP HOME! **Additional fees apply

5 IPIA 101 IPIA ST CONVENTION 101 ST CONVENTION AND TRADE AND SHOW TRADE November SHOW 5 November 8, , 2018 FEATURED KEYNOTE SPEAKER BILLY RIGGS FOCUS SESSION SPEAKERS PUBLIC AFFAIRS 2018 UPDATES Chris Lamond, Thorn Run Partners Monday, Nov. 5, 2018, 2:00 pm 3:30 pm Chris will be joining us to share the Public Affairs committee successes and updates for the future. THE MAGIC OF BALANCE AND P.M.A POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE Monday, Nov. 5, 2018, 4:00 pm 5:15 pm Billy Riggs has been called The Dr. Phil of Magic, and a psychologist masquerading as a comedian and magician. He was voted one of America s Top Five Most Entertaining Speakers in a recent nationwide poll of conference attendees. As a highly skilled orator Billy moves audiences to action with his message of hope and inspiration. Add in his talent as a master magician, illusionist, and spellbinding entertainer, and he delivers a presentation that audiences will remember long after the event ends. Billy s presentations change lives, improve attitudes, turbocharge sales, and inspire exceptional service. Through television, radio, books, videos, and live keynote speeches Billy continues to spread his message and currently more than a million people on five continents have benefitted from his work. Billy has been featured on public television starring in his own special, The Magic of Attitude. FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY FOR TODAY AND MARKET UPDATE John Sullivan, LPL JLS Wealth Mgmt. Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, 10:30 am 11:30 am John is one of our favorite return speakers and will be coming back to join us in Nashville! He will be taking a deep dive into how we can use financial technology in our companies and retirement planning as well as a market update for PIQCS/ FSMA UPDATES Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018, 10:00 am 11:45 am We will be reviewing the latest updates on the implementation of the Food Safety Modernization Act and its impact on the Ice industry and PIQCS. PANEL SESSIONS IPIA MARKETING FOR MEMBERS PANEL Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, 11:30 am 12:30 pm How can you make the most of your IPIA membership from a marketing perspective? We have a toolkit of information including brochures, IPIA decals and other tools that can help you spread the Ice is Food message and increase the visibility of your business. We also want to hear from you and how IPIA can assist in your Marketing campaigns and endeavors. HUMAN RESOURCES PANEL Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, 2:30 pm 3:30 pm Human resources can be a slippery slope to navigate. This panel, led by our board member, Howard Mackie from Zippy Ice and other members of the Executive committee, will give you some fresh ideas and red flags to look for as we manage what can be one of the most challenging parts of your day to day business. PLANT OPERATIONS AND AUTOMATION Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm This was a highly requested session topic from the 2017 convention surveys. This interactive session will cover different topics in Plant operations and automation.

6 ICE PLANT TOURS Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018, 12:00 pm 3:30 pm We are excited to be offering (2) Ice plant tours this year. We will be splitting into (2) groups on buses and alternating between both ice plants. Lunch will be offered at the first plant that you visit. HOME CITY ICE 1406 Gould Blvd La Vergne, TN REDDY ICE 7261 Centennial Blvd Nashville, TN Type of Icemakers: 12 Turbo Modules Tonnage: 144 tons # Loading Docks: 2 Age Facility: Production started in Spring 2016 Type of Icemakers: Vogt Tonnage: 177 tons # Rakes: 2 Vault Capacity: 700 pallets # Loading Docks: 4 Age facility: Built in Reddy Ice purchased in 1999 HOST HOTEL INFORMATION - JW MARRIOTT NASHVILLE This BRAND NEW hotel will open on July 1, 2018 comfortably in time for our November arrival. The JW will embody the vibrant soul of downtown Nashville with 533 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites. The modern 34-story glass tower offers stunning views from every vantage point and is just 8 miles from the Nashville Airport (BNA). AMENITIES INCLUDE (3) restaurants one of which is the roof top Bourbon Steak Restaurant and (2) Bars. World-class Spa and Fitness Center and heated pool. Museum quality art and other distinguishing features. All in a location convenient to many popular downtown attractions, restaurants and shops including the Country Music Hall of Fame; the Legendary Honky-Tonk Highway on Broadway; the Bridgestone arena and Ryman Auditorium. IPIA SPECIAL RATE - $249 plus $14.25% hotel room tax plus $2 city tax per night HOTEL ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK: Please go to and go to the Convention 2018 section. You will see an icon/link for Hotel sleeping room reservations. RESERVATIONS BY PHONE - We recommend using the online link but if you prefer to call you can reach Marriott Worldwide reservations at (888) and identify yourself as attending the International Packaged Ice Association (IPIA) convention at the JW Marriott Nashville in order to get our special rate. SLEEPING ROOM GUARANTEE - A credit card guarantee will be required to hold your reservation. Any cancellations made after 4pm within 72 hours of arrival day will forfeit (1) nights room & tax. PARKING - Valet parking is available for $39.00 per night overnight. Self-parking is not available on property. There are other nearby parking options - go to Convention 2018 section for more information.

7 WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR REGISTRATION EARLY BIRD On or before 9/6/18 REGULAR 9/7/18 10/13/18 LATE 10/14/18 - convention Full Registration member $650 $700 $750 Full Registration non-member $880 $935 $995 Exhibit Hall Pass member $395 $450 $495 Exhibit Hall Pass non-member $475 $525 $550 Spouse Package (must be accompanied with full registration) $495 $545 $570 FULL REGISTRATION INCLUDES: Access to all Convention & Trade Show events, except for golf and Hermitage tour (2) Breakfasts, Welcome Reception, Exhibit Hall lunch, Chairman s Party, Ice Plant tour/lunch and Final Goodbye Cocktail Reception. Access to all Education sessions and events in the Exhibit Hall. Ladies lunch & line dancing lessons (offsite). EXHIBIT HALL PASS Member/Non-member INCLUDES: Access to all events in the Exhibit Hall: (2) Breakfasts, Welcome Reception, Exhibit Hall lunch, and Ice Plant tour and lunch. Supplier must first have (1) full registration from company. SPOUSE PACKAGE (only available when accompanied by full registration from same company) INCLUDES: Afternoon and Evening events in the Exhibit Hall (does not include breakfast or access in the AM) Welcome Reception, Chairman s Party, Ice Plant tour/lunch and Final Goodbye Cocktail Reception. Ladies lunch & line dancing lessons (offsite). Suppliers must be an IPIA member and have an Exhibit booth in order to attend. The registration fees listed above are in addition to the Exhibit Hall booth fee. REGISTRATION POLICIES ATTENDEE BADGES All paid registration categories, i.e., exhibit hall pass vs. full registration will be identified by the attendee s badge holder color. Badges are monitored at all events. Badges are nontransferable and Event no-shows are not allowed to transfer the rights of their paid seat to a non-paid attendee. REGISTRATION PACKAGES Attendees are allowed into the events for which they have paid for as outlined under What s included in your Registration. Individual event tickets are not sold on site or in advance except to IPIA members. Golf tournament refunds are allowed up to 14 days prior to the convention. After this date you may do a name change but there will not be any refunds. Online registration: in the 2018 Convention and Tradeshow section PAYMENT You have the option to pay by check or credit card. There is a 3% handling fee added to your invoice for those choosing to pay by credit cards. If you do not want to pay this fee, please be sure to send in check payment within (30) days of submitting your registration and no later than October 1, CHECKS All checks should be made payable to IPIA and mailed to the IPIA office at 238 East Davis Blvd, Suite 213, Tampa, FL CANCELLATION POLICY: Refunds for registration fees will be granted if they are received 30 days prior to the start of the Convention (Friday, October 5, 2018). There is no charge for substitutions/name changes. A $40.00 processing fee will apply to all refunds requested more than 30 days prior to arrival date. Cancellations prior to 7 days (but within a month) will be subject to a $100 processing fee. There will not be any refunds within 7 days of arrival although substitutions/name changes from same company will be at no charge. Refunds for golf and optional tours require 14 days notice before the 1st day of the Convention(Friday, October 22, 2018). If you need assistance with your registration or need a hard copy of the registration form please contact Suncoast Meetings at ipia@suncoastmeetings.com or (813)

8 SPECIAL EVENTS Opening Reception Exhibit Hall Monday, Nov. 5, :30 pm 8:30 pm Please join us for our annual ribbon cutting and official Opening Reception for the Convention. There will be live entertainment to honor our time in Music City as we join our industry suppliers and colleagues to see the latest and greatest innovation and updates for the ice industry. Ladies lunch & line dancing at the Wild Horse Saloon Tuesday, Nov. 6, :00 am 2:00 pm (meet in lobby at 11:00 am to walk to the Wild Horse Saloon) Come join our first lady, Jamie Tyler, for lunch and some line dancing lessons at the World Famous Wildhorse Saloon! Get ready for some down-home BBQ and fun with the ladies of IPIA! (included in spouse package and advance RSVP required) Exhibit Hall Lunch Tuesday, Nov. 6, :30 pm 1:45 pm Come join us for an enjoyable lunch in our Exhibit Hall with your fellow IPIA members! Chairman s Party Music City Round Up Tuesday, Nov. 6, :00 pm 10:00 pm Join our Chairman, Jeff Tyler, and his wife Jamie for an evening of dinner, dancing, and fun. The stage is set for a Grand Ole evening in Music City! Wear your best boots, favorite jeans and cowboy hats to get ready to kick it country style! The evening will include unique cocktails, fantastic food, and topnotch entertainment! This is a party you will want to get ready for by brushing up your line dancing and 2-step dance skills! Final Goodbye Cocktail Reception Passing of the Gavel Wednesday, Nov. 7, :00 pm 7:30 pm Please join us as we do the passing of the gavel from Chairman Jeff Tyler to Chairman David Bryant. This event will be business casual with cocktails, hors d oeuvres and time to round out a great convention with industry colleagues. Enjoy your open evening to explore Nashville!!! OPTIONAL EVENTS** IPIA Mel Eads Memorial Golf Tournament Gaylord Springs Golf Links (offsite) Monday, Nov. 5 7:30 am 1:00 pm (Buses leave hotel 7:30 am /8:30 am shotgun) Calling all golfers.we will be hosting our annual tournament at the Gaylord Springs Golf Links course. Carved from the banks of the meandering Cumberland River, our Scottish links-style, par-72 layout offers 18 holes bordered by limestone bluffs and wetlands. $175 per person (includes breakfast, beverages and transportation) Tour of Andrew Jackson s HERMITAGE Monday, Nov. 5 8:30 am 12:00 pm (Tour will include transportation Buses leave hotel at 8:30am) The Hermitage was the home of the People s President, Andrew Jackson he had many roles in his life - orphan, general, president and legend. The Hermitage Tour will feature the former president s mansion, picturesque gardens and his tomb. This unique property was originally a 425 acre farm and was purchased by Jackson in $58 per person **Additional charges apply