July 17 - 20
GRAND RAPIDSMICHIGAN
2017 Fraternal Order of Eagles International Convention
Amway Grand Hotel & DeVos Place Convention Center
119th AnnualAerie Session
66th AnnualAuxiliary Session
PRE-REGISTRATION / VISITORS / CREDENTIALS: Amway Grand Second Floor FoyerPlease Note: This is the only convention registration area, and serves both Aerie and Auxiliary members.
GRAND AERIE OFFICE & BUSINESS OFFICE: Ambassador East– Assignments & Appointments: GWP Office – Voucher Pick Up from the Accounting Office – Charity Donations: Accounting Office – Grand Secretary– Compliance + Legal – Convention Coordinator
GRAND AUXILIARY OFFICE: Ambassador East– Assignment & Appointment Sign-In – Voucher Drop off– Auxiliary Charity Donations – Requests for Grand Auxiliary Representatives – Schedule an Interview with the Grand Auxiliary Nominating
Committee (Immediately following Monday’s session)
GENERAL INFORMATION / MARKETING / MEMBERSHIP: Ambassador East– Primary International Convention Information Booth– Marketing Displays & Information– Membership Displays & Information– Staff on Hand for Questions/Answers
GRAND TRIBUNAL Campau Room
AERIE RITUAL OFFICE DeVos Grand Gallery G
AUXILIARY RITUAL OFFICE DeVos River Overlook C
GRAND AERIE SUPPLY DEPARTMENT Ambassador East
MMS TRAININGMMS serves as the primary tool allowing local Aeries/Aux. to communicate with the Grand Aerie. Separate sessions are being offered for beginners and intermediate-level users. BEGINNERS LEVEL: 1-3 P.M. SUNDAY, MONDAY INTERMEDIATE LEVEL: 1-3 P.M. TUESDAY, WEDNESDAYEMERALD B
STATE LEADERSHIP MMS TRAININGThis special MMS Training session for State/Provincial Presidents, Secretaries, Membership Chairmen and Bulletin Editors helps explain how you can utilize MMS to improve your State/Province. 3-4 P.M. TUESDAY, EMERALD B
TROUBLED AERIE DROP-IN Field Service Agents and staff from the GWP’s Office will be on hand to discuss specific troubled Aerie issues with you in a more private setting.10 A.M.- NOON SUNDAY, EMERALD A
PROTECTING THE ORDER: A PREVENTATIVE APPROACHThis new session is designed to help you make sure your Aerie/Auxiliary is prepared in the event of an IRS audit.1-2 P.M. MONDAY, PEARL
WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME A GRAND AERIE OFFICERStop by this great new session and talk with PGWPs about the qualifications and expectations for holding a Grand Aerie Office. NOON-1 P.M. SUNDAY, PEARL
TRUSTEE TRAININGMeet with the Grand Worthy President’s Office to learn more about the duties and responsibilities of being a Trustee and how you can improve the quality of success of your Aerie.1-4 P.M. MONDAY, EMERALD A
PRESIDENT TRAININGThe Grand Worthy President’s Office will walk you through the duties and responsibilities of serving as President and how you can leave a positive impact on your Aerie.1-4 P.M. TUESDAY, EMERALD A
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONSThe Marketing & Communications Department shows you how to develop a solid plan of communication that puts your Aerie/Aux. on a path to success.1-2 P.M. TUESDAY, PEARL
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SPECIAL CLASSES + OFFERINGS2 0 1 7 I N T E R N A T I O N A L C O N V E N T I O N
OFFICESA E R I E & A U X I L I A R Y R E G I S T R A T I O N
RUNNING AN AERIE AS A BUSINESSThis brand new session is designed to help members see how to run their Aeries like a business. From managing the bar to finding the best way to utilize rental spaces and more, this three-hour sessions provides an inside look on how to stay financially solvent.1-4 P.M. WEDNESDAY, EMERALD A
CHARITIES & GRANTSCome learn more about how to properly fill out grant request forms, the processes of the F.O.E. Charity Foundation and more!2-3 P.M. MONDAY, RUBY
FINANCIAL FITNESS: A FISCALLY HEALTHY AERIE AND AUX.This class offers a useful summary of tax law and 990 filing requirement changes, as well as an overview of F.O.E. Charities and guidelines for promoting charitable events.3-4 P.M. MONDAY, RUBY
AERIE/AUXILIARY MEMBERSHIP WORKSHOPFrom Membership Motivators to unique program ideas, your Membership Department is eager to provide a wide array of ideas and tools to help you stay strong.2:30-4 P.M. MONDAY, 1-2:30 P.M. WEDNESDAY, PEARL
NEW AERIE/AUX. ORGANIZER & COUNSELOR WORKSHOPOur team will help guide you through the various steps and procedures necessary to build a successful new Aerie/Aux. from the ground up.2:30-4 P.M. TUESDAY, RUBY
IDENTIFYING DISCRIMINATION & FREQUENTLY ASKED LEGAL QUESTIONSThe Grand Aerie Legal Department will provide education on the federally protected classes and how you can avoid potential discrimination issues.1-2 P.M. TUESDAY, RUBY
AUXILIARY OFFICERS WORKSHOPThis unique and exciting workshop gives Auxiliary officers an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the proper procedures for the Ritual.2:30-4 P.M. TUESDAY, PEARL
MONDAY, JULY 17 (CONT.)CLASS: PROTECTING THE ORDER –
A PREVENTATIVE APPROACH1-2 P.M. • PEARL
CLASS: TRUSTEE TRAINING1-4 P.M. • EMERALD A
CLASS: MMS TRAINING FOR BEGINNERS1-3 P.M. • EMERALD B
CLASS: CHARITIES & GRANTS2-3 P.M. • RUBY
CLASS: AERIE/AUXILIARY MEMBERSHIP WORKSHOP2:30-4 P.M. • PEARL
MMS QUESTIONS DROP-IN3-4 P.M. • EMERALD B
CLASS: FINANCIAL FITNESS –A FISCALLY HEALTHY AERIE/AUXILIARY
3-4 P.M. • RUBY
LADIES’ AUXILIARY MEMBERS BANQUETFeaturing: TG Sheppard
5:30 P.M. DOORS OPEN • DEVOS GRAND BALLROOM(BY TICKET ONLY)
EAGLES NIGHT OUTFeaturing: Big Caddy Daddy
8:30 P.M. DOORS OPEN • AMBASSADOR WEST(NO TICKET REQUIRED)
TUESDAY, JULY 18PRAYER BREAKFAST
7-8 A.M. • AMBASSADOR WEST(BY TICKET ONLY)
GRAND AERIE SESSION9 A.M. • DEVOS GRAND BALLROOM
GRAND AUXILIARY SESSION 9 A.M. • DEVOS EXHIBIT HALL C
AERIE ELECTIONS12:30 P.M. • VANDENBERG A & B
AUXILIARY MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON 12:30 P.M. • AMBASSADOR WEST
CLASS: MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS1-2 P.M. • PEARL
CLASS: PRESIDENT TRAINING1-4 P.M. • EMERALD A
SATURDAY, JULY 15DART TOURNAMENT
8 A.M. • GOVERNOR’S ROOM
INTERNATIONAL GOD, FLAG & COUNTRY COMPETITION3 P.M. • AMBASSADOR WEST
SUNDAY, JULY 16DART TOURNAMENT
8 A.M. • GOVERNOR’S ROOM
TROUBLED AERIE/AUXILIARY DROP-IN10 A.M.-NOON • EMERALD A
(BY APPOINTMENT)
WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A GRAND AERIE OFFICERNOON-1 P.M. • PEARL
CLASS: MMS TRAINING FOR BEGINNERS1-3 P.M. • EMERALD B
AERIE NOMINATIONS2-5 P.M. • AMBASSADOR WEST
MMS QUESTIONS DROP-IN3-4 P.M. • EMERALD B
CLASS INITIATION/CHARTER DRAPING/MEMORIAL3-5 P.M. • DEVOS EXHIBIT HALL C
WELCOME TO GRAND RAPIDS SHOW Featuring: Hitsville USA & Rocky LaPorte
6 P.M. DOORS OPEN • DEVOS GRAND BALLROOM
MONDAY, JULY 17GRAND AERIE SESSION
9 A.M. • DEVOS GRAND BALLROOM
GRAND AUXILIARY SESSION 9 A.M. • DEVOS EXHIBIT HALL C
GRAND AUXILIARY NOMINATING COMMITTEE MEETING12:30 P.M. • GOVERNORS BALLROOM
CLASS: INTRODUCTION TO GOD, FLAG & COUNTRY1-2 P.M. • RUBY
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SCHEDULE
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SPONSORS
TUESDAY, JULY 18 (CONT.)CLASS: IDENTIFYING DISCRIMINATION
& FREQUENTLY ASKED LEGAL QUESTIONS1-2 P.M. • RUBY
CLASS: MMS TRAINING FOR INTERMEDIATE USERS1-3 P.M. • EMERALD B
AERIE INCOMING/OUTGOING STATE/PROVINCIAL PRESIDENTS & REGIONAL PRESIDENTS RECEPTION
1:30-3 P.M. • PRESIDENTIAL BALLROOM
CLASS: AERIE/AUXILIARY ORGANIZER’S WORKSHOP2:30-4 P.M. • RUBY
CLASS: AUXILIARY OFFICER’S WORKSHOP2:30-4 P.M. • PEARL
CLASS: MMS TRAINING FOR STATE/PROV. PRESIDENTS, SECRETARIES, ETC.
3-4 P.M. • EMERALD B
MR. & MRS. BANQUETFeaturing: Phil Vassar & Steve Shaffer
5:30 P.M. DOORS OPEN • DEVOS GRAND BALLROOM(BY TICKET ONLY)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 19GRAND AERIE SESSION
9 A.M. • DEVOS GRAND BALLROOM
GRAND AUXILIARY SESSION9 A.M. • DEVOS EXHIBIT HALL C
CLASS: FREQUENTLY ASKED LEGAL QUESTIONS DROP-IN1-2 P.M. • RUBY
CLASS: AERIE/AUXILIARY MEMBERSHIP WORKSHOP1-2:30 P.M. • PEARL
CLASS: MMS TRAINING FOR INTERMEDIATE USERS1-3 P.M. • EMERALD B
CLASS: HOW TO RUN AN AERIE IN A PHYSICALLY SOUND MANNER
1-4 P.M. • EMERALD A
AUXILIARY ELECTIONS2-4 P.M. • VANDENBERG A & B
CLASS: SCOTT & CREIGHTON2:30-4 P.M. • PEARL
CLASS: MMS QUESTIONS DROP-IN3-4 P.M. • EMERALD B
WEDNESDAY, JULY 19 (CONT.)PARADE OF CHAMPIONS & TALENT SHOW
5:30 P.M. • DEVOS GRAND BALLROOM
NASCAR PARTY TO CHEER ON THE F.O.E. TRUCK7:30 P.M. • SPORTS BAR
THURSDAY, JULY 20GRAND AERIE SESSION
9 A.M. • DEVOS GRAND BALLROOM
GRAND AUXILIARY SESSION9 A.M. • DEVOS EXHIBIT HALL C
INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS6 P.M. • DEVOS GRAND BALLROOM
GRAND PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION8 P.M. • DEVOS GRAND BALLROOM A