The 27th Annual Awards Banquet hosted at the Grand Geneva Resort, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, will kick off with the new addition of an afternoon “how–to” seminar on “The Art of the Gala – Creating Captivating Awards Programs” with our featured speakers from One Smooth Stone*. Our awards gala will be hosted by one of corporate America’s most entertaining comedians and emcees, John Charles, from Orlando, Florida. The evening will feature special sound and light production, staging and entertainment for a unique celebration as we recognize our peers and install our 2004- 2005 officers.

Pack your swimsuit to enjoy either the pool at the Grand, or purchase a water park pass and shuttle over to Timber Ridge’s 50,000 sq. ft. indoor park, where you’ll enjoy a leisurely trip down the lazy river or a more exhilarating ride down one of the tube slides and more. For those not wishing to immerse themselves in waist deep water, but desiring a bit of pampering, visit the Grand Geneva website at www.grandgeneva.com for a preview of spa offerings. Tip: Make your spa reservations now to ensure that bit of pampering. For a preview of the water park, link directly to the water park from the Grand’s main website.

*One Smooth Stone. One Smooth Stone has created award programs for companies like Lucent, Avaya, Kos Pharmaceuticals, A.T Kearney and many more. They have developed a hands-on how to, step-by-step brochure for their clients to help them walk through all the elements needed for a seamless awards program that has momentum.

For the Golfer:
What do Hugh Hefner and MPI of Wisconsin have in common? Hugh Hefner chose Lake Geneva as the home for the nationally acclaimed Playboy Club and Resort, which is now the Grand Geneva Resort and Spa where the 2004 MPI – Wisconsin Annual Golf Outing will be taking place on Thursday, May 20. Golfers will be taken back by the beauty when they play a round of 18 through the valleys and hills of The Highland golf course. In its survey of America’s Best Resorts, Golf Magazine has rated Grand Geneva as one of the nation’s top courses in terms of value and pace of play. Besides the beauty of the course, golfers will also be treated to a full breakfast buffet, box lunch, and reception afterwards with awards and prizes. Golfers will also be greeted by hole sponsors and can be challenged by the many flag events throughout the course.

For the Non-Golfer:
Those who will not be golfing have the chance to relax and shop like Superstars. Non-golfers will enjoy the morning at several of the amenities the resort as to offer. They can choose to experience the spa’s complimentary amenities ranging from whirlpool, steam room, sauna, lap pool, cardiovascular and strength training area and fitness classes. For the more adventurous, indulge in a personal spa service, be challenged on the rock climbing wall or take a leisurely trail ride at the stables. Individuals will be responsible for making their own reservations and arrangements for the morning activities. In the afternoon, nongolfers will enjoy lunch on the Lake Geneva Cruise Line. While dining they will take in the beauty and history of Geneva Lake with homes dating back to the turn of the century. After the boat tour, non-golfers have time to stroll through the downtown shops. Besides lunch, non-golfers will also be treated to a full breakfast buffet in the morning and the awards reception afterwards. Spa services times are limited, make your reservations now!