2008 FMA Appointment Show Tentative Schedule

Have you heard the exciting news?

Formerly known as the Orlando Sun Resort, the Ramada Orlando Celebration Resort and Convention Center resides on 77 acres at the corner of Interstate 4 and US 192 at Exit 64 (South Orlando), just 1.5 miles away from WALT DISNEY WORLD Resort, 25 minutes from Orlando Airport, and over 35 dining, shopping, and dinner shows within 10 minutes. Newly Renovated 919 Guestrooms, 28 Executive Suites, 110,000 Sq. ft. Outdoor Pavilion AND 60,000 sq. ft function and meeting space that includes: 20,000 sq. ft Exhibit Hall, 13,536 sq. ft Ballroom, and 20 Breakout Rooms. Our guests enjoy NO RESORT Fees, no parking fees (self parking), complimentary fitness room and wireless internet access in all guest rooms and public areas, all non-smoking guest rooms with interior corridors, and free shuttle to/from Disney theme park. Four outdoor heated pools, 2 restaurants, Night Club, Lobby Bar, and Marketplace. We look forward to working with you.

Monday, July 7

  
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm       Registration
Registration bags are sponsored by Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores
4:00 – 6:00                   Board of Directors Meeting                                 
7:00                              Board Dinner
Sponsored by ______________ (To be confirmed)
This event is the first networking event of the Appointment Show. Operators have been sponsored and associates must be prepared to pay a nominal fee. At this posting, all details are not yet finalized. 
10:00-12:00                  Hospitality                                                   

Tuesday, July 8

7:30 am – 5:00 pm       Registration
7:15 – 1:00                   Golf Tournament at Mystic Dunes Golf Club
                                     Coordinator:  Tim O’Bryan, Service Insurance Agency
Leave hotel at 7:15. Tee times begin at 8:00.
Beverage cart sponsored by Service Insurance Agency
Lunch and six-pack of golf balls are included in your golf fee.
Transportation sponsored by Daimler Buses                                     
8:00 – 4:00                   Tour
Coordinated by the Kissimmee Convention and Visitors Bureau
Leave hotel at 8:00. Please board promptly!
The Tour features:     Boggy Creek Airboat Ride
                                     Gatorland
                                     Arabian Nights (special backstage tour and lunch)
                                     Retail Therapy at Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores
It is hot in July in Florida. Members are encouraged to dress casual including comfortable shoes, bring
sunscreen, and wear hats for the tour and golf. Plans are to provide soft drinks and bottled water on board the
coaches.
Transportation sponsored by Prevost           
6:00 – 8:00                    Reception and Fun Auction
Reception:                   Sponsorship to be determined
This is a great fun event and a time to participate in FMA’s only fundraising opportunity for legislative
efforts. Operators and Associates are encouraged to bring an item(s) for the auction. After the auction, a
dine-around has been planned featuring area members. At least two restaurants within walking distance of
the hotel will also be identified as dine-around participants.
Partially sponsored by Arabian Nights, Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows, and Pirates Dinner Adventure
Members should be prepared to pay accepted gratuity at these venues.
Transportation is sponsored by Daimler Buses, Motor Coach Industries, and Prevost
-12:00                            Hospitality                                                   

Wednesday, July 9

7:30 am – 5:00 pm         Registration                                                
8:00 – 9:30                     General Session I: Breakfast and Business Session
Sponsorship to be determined
                                       Industry Update: American Bus Association
9:30 – 10:30                   New Member and First Timer Orientation  
9:30 – 10:45                   Operator Session: Round Table Discussion
                                       Moderator: Gene Hall, Motor Coach Industries     
10:45 – 12:45                 Operator Education Session
                                       Compliance Review: Are you ready for a CR?
                                       Presenter: Jack Burkert, Safety Consultant
Refreshment sponsorship to be determined                                                                                                             
10:45 – 12:45                 Associate Education Session
                                       Presenter: (To be confirmed)                
1:00 – 2:00                     General Session II: Networking Luncheon
Sponsorship to be determined                       
                                       State Legislative Update: Brian Scott, Escot Bus Lines
2:00 – 3:00                     Visit Coach Display
3:15  – 5:15                    Marketplace I:                                             
(Operators seated, all Associates participate)
Refreshments sponsored by American Bus Association     
6:30 – 7:30                     Cocktail Reception
Sponsored by 2009 Host Destination                                         
6:30 – 7:30                     Visit Coach Display                                              
Coaches will be parked in the reception area.
7:30                                General Session III: Awards Banquet and Board Recognition
Sponsorship to be determined
-12:00                             Hospitality                                                   

Thursday, July 10

8:00 am – 9:30 am        General Session IV: Breakfast and Board Installation
Sponsorship to be determined 
                                      Industry Update:  United Motorcoach Association
9:45 – 11:45                  Market Place II:                                           
 (Operators seated, all Associates participate)
Refreshments sponsored by American Bus Association
12:00 – 1:00                  Board Meeting and Lunch
Sponsorship to be determined