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RSVP and ROOM ACCOMODATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

2024 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
October 10, 11 & 12, 2024

The Westin Kierland - Scottsdale, AZ
6902 East Greenway Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ

 

Greetings Friends,

The RSVP and ROOM BLOCK are now closed, the CUT-OFF date was 9/6/24 at EOD. We have had an overwhelming response this year, and as well as limiting the invitation to our Subsidiaries and staff, we have achieved over 345 people attending the Annual Meeting and 30 Year Celebration! 60 plus of those are younger than 14, We welcome all of our Dairy Families and are extremely happy to put together another great program for you this year!

Below is the agenda for the 2024 Select Milk Annual Meeting and 30 Year Celebration. At the bottom of the page are some useful links for more information on the Hotel Property, some recommended places to dine, and the childcare program.

If you missed the cut-off, and are still panning on attending, WE DO REQUIRE THAT YOU CONTACT Craig Card, [email protected] (214) 568-9000 xt 1503 or Lauren Long, [email protected] (214) 568-9000 xt 1209 - You will be responsible for your own Hotel Room Accommodations at whatever rate you can negotiate with the property you plan to stay at.

AGENDA

OCTOBER 9:

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM   Executive Committee Meeting (Executive Committee Only)

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM   Board Meeting (Board Members Only)

5:00 PM - 8:30 PM   Informal Welcome Reception, for those who want a spot to meet up before heading out to enjoy one of the many fine restaurants in the area. (Open to All)

OCTOBER 10:

(Childcare Service Offered on this day until 5:30 PM)

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM   Board Meeting (Board Members Only)

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM   Educational and Informational "Open Sessions" (Open to All) Click the link button at the bottom of the page for more detailed information. Limited Seating in each session

  • Fearmongering for “Likes” - How to Tell the Truth and Your Dairy Story by Tara VanderDussen
  • Are You Prepared? Engaging, Educating and De-Escalating in Unexpected Situations by Ray Kerins & Dan Childs
  • Running a Family Business by Betsy Erdelyi, Managing Director at BMO Harris Bank
  • Federal Orders by Chris Allen
  • CDFSW Customers & World Markets by Numidia
  • DMI Market Trends by Paul Ziemnisky
  • The New World of Biosecurity by Dr. Brandon Treichler
  • Operating Select 101 by Various Select Staff - Optional Session to run at 3:30 PM

11:15 AM - 12:45 PM  Luncheon on the Terrace (Open to All)

5:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Member Meet & Greet (Open to All) – A place to mingle and meet up with other members before heading out to find a great place to eat.

OCTOBER 11:

(Childcare Service Offered on this day until 5:30 PM)

6:30 AM  - 9:00 AM    Breakfast on the Terrace - (Open to All)

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM    Annual Membership Meeting - (Membership)

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM  Luncheon on the Terrace - (Open to All)

5:30 PM -  10:30 PM   30 Year Celebration Reception & Dinner at Marshall's Outpost - (Open to All)

OCTOBER 12:

7:00 AM  - 4:30 PM    Marshall's Outpost Hang Out, Meet Up - (Open to All) - A place to hang out, relax or meet up before heading off on an adventure.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    30 Year Celebration Family Cook Out at Marshall's Outpost - (Open to All) - A family style cook out for lunch

All Day    Enjoy a mini adventure exploring what is available at the Westin Kierland; Golf, Pickleball, Spa, Lazy River, Flow Rider and Pool. Or head out to explore one of the many Scottsdale/Phoenix area attractions. We have set aside some morning Tee Times on a first come, first served basis, as well as reserved some Pickleball courts on the same basis. Details in the RSVP. All of these options are "ON YOUR OWN".

 

RSVP – (Required)

We are requiring EVERYONE TO RSVP for this meeting, even if you do not plan to attend.

Questions?

If you have any questions, or need assistance, please do not hesitate in contacting Craig Card, [email protected] (214) 568-9000 xt 1503 or Lauren Long, [email protected] (214) 568-9000 xt 1209 OR you can reply to the original RSVP Email.